Dunkin’ Donuts opens in South LA
New York Post • • technology
Key Points:
- A new Dunkin’ Donuts in South Los Angeles opened with a setup that only allows drive-thru or touch screen orders, without indoor seating, sparking criticism from a local influencer who called the area “the hood.”
- The influencer contrasted Dunkin’ Donuts unfavorably with a nearby coffee shop, South LA Cafe, which offers indoor seating and was praised for better coffee and cleanliness.
- Many TikTok commenters defended Dunkin’ Donuts’ decision, citing the high crime rate in the area, which includes the 77th Street and South East LA police districts known for elevated violent crime and homicides.
- The 77th Street Division, near the new store, recorded 10 homicides this year and significant increases in robberies and aggravated assaults, contributing to nearly 17% of all violent crime in Los Angeles.
- Dunkin’ Donuts has been contacted for comment on the store’s design and security considerations but has not yet responded.
