09-07-2025
Toddler stands on table and tries to touch train at Genki Sushi Tampines, diner slams 'wild monkey' behaviour
Toddler stands on table and tries to touch train at Genki Sushi Tampines, diner slams 'wild monkey' behaviour
A Stomper was appalled by the behaviour of a young child at Genki Sushi in Tampines Mall on July 7.
Stomper Sushi Lover said the incident occurred on July 7 at about 12.30pm during lunch.
"This is an example of why some people should not be allowed to be parents," fumed the Stomper.
"The parents and even grandparents there did not stop the kid from climbing up and jumping on the sofa seats, which caused vibrations at another table's seating as well.
"The toddler was also standing on the table counter with dirty shoes, trying to touch the oncoming sushi train.
"Please learn to control your kid and not let them become like some wild monkeys.
"Horrible dining experience with these people."
The diner told Stomp she had informed a staff member after witnessing the incident.
"The manager got the kid to sit in a baby chair, which is what should have happened from the start," she said.
"I have no idea if the Genki staff did any Dettol wipe-down after this, but I felt it was so uncomfortably dirty with the kid touching trains with sushi and food coming towards me from the kitchen at the far end.
"As you can see, he was also trying to grab the banner on top, which is obviously out of bounds."
In response to a Stomp query, Genki Sushi acknowledged the incident and said the restaurant was extremely busy due to the Youth Day school holiday.
"One of our staff members observed a child standing on the table counter and promptly approached the child's guardian to inform her that, due to hygiene and safety concerns, this behaviour was not allowed," a spokeswoman said.
"The child was then placed in a baby chair. After the customer left, the table area was thoroughly sanitised using our standard disinfectant spray to ensure it was clean and safe for the next customers."
The restaurant added that it is reviewing internal procedures to improve how such situations are managed on the spot and will look into ways to prevent similar incidents in the future.
"Cleanliness and hygiene are top priorities at Genki Sushi," the spokeswoman said.
"We appreciate the opportunity to clarify the situation and remain committed to providing a safe and hygienic dining environment for all our customers."
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