Im really feeling like this thread has become a showcase for some peoples ignorance and bigotry. Obviously, no one has taught some of you to look at things objectively, so allow me.
Denial of service based on preference of race is bigotry no matter the reason. If it is fear of being robbed or killed it is no different than a server refusing to serve black people because "they don't tip". Its a microagression that evolves into exclusion. If you open a place of business in NYC ANYWHERE you have to expect all walks of life to walk in. If you have concerns, move or get security.
On the other hand, while that is bigotry, as a black man myself, I dont care if someone doesnt want to see me because of some preconceived notion. Even for a hobby where the goal is to get my rocks off, I dont want to spend any time, effort and certaintly not any money on people that ignorant and short sighted. If i get turned away (I did just yesterday) I shrug and move on.
Bottom line, is the demonization of dark skinned individuals is real and no matter how many crimes may happen of a particular race, it can be perpetrated by any race as the Atlanta shootings proved so there is no defense there. Please stop being ignorant. And if not I sure hope the mods close this thread.