Support Humane Establishments that Let You Use the Bathroom!

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I have an idea that may serve as an additional reason to recognize and thank businesses that are humane enough to allow people to come in and use their bathrooms, without making them buy anything. This would help promote and reward pedestrian friendly establishments.

Now, I don't want to appear void of the plight of the average entrepreneur who has to pay water bills every time the toilet flushes, or, who may occasionally have to host a temporary nuisance who takes, literally, 25 minutes in their bathroom, so, in some cases, I can understand their reluctance. Allowing people to just simply use the bathroom is good for the economy because who feels like spending money and leisurely shopping when you have to, um............go.

So, in good faith I'd like to ask that people post only places that accommodate you unconditionally, and don't mention the one's that don't. After all, it's their right to refuse you, and I wouldn't want to see a business unnecessary targeted as unfriendly. But, only Jonathan, the site administrator, can make rules on here, I'm just making a suggestion so the thread stays positive.

To start us off, I'll nominate Bed Bath and Beyond (6th ave) and Home Depot (23rd St) for the "GO" awards. Never had a problem using their facilities. Additionally, The Energy Kitchen, on 17th street between 8th and 9th avenue has always been accommodating. Chelsea Market allows you to use their facilities, and so has the Maritime Hotel Bar on 17th street and 9th avenue. Then there is of course most of the Starbucks and Barnes and Noble chains and the Cosi restaurant on 6th avenue between 22nd and 23rd street.

I fully appreciate these businesses for their humane policies, which tell me something about their sense of social responsibility.

Anyone else with a "GO" shout-out?