The bar also brands itself as “hipster-free,” catering to longtime locals rather than newcomers. When a photo of the sign surfaced in a local Facebook group, backlash followed. Some residents felt the message was exclusionary or unwelcoming, particularly toward minorities.

One woman said she would avoid the bar because her boyfriend is Indian and bearded, saying the sign made her uneasy. Staff members, however, defended the message, insisting it was being misunderstood. “If you’re in this country, you should be proud to be an American,” one bartender said. The sign continues to spark debate. What do you think?