R’ Doniel, I actually think you’re wrong, as some establishments prefer to be selective of their customers to enhance their standing with the majority of their other, probably “better heeled” clients, at least in some cases.
This is not the case here. If someone wants to shop at one of these stores, with a little foresight they can. And even if they decide to flaunt the rules they’ll probably be accommodated, perhaps reluctantly. And I’d probably get the same “look” elsewhere if I enter a shop with a screaming baby. I may not like it, but I wouldn’t get far if I try too sue for discrimination. Both examples are very different from saying we don’t allow Blacks, Jews or Eskimos to shop here, which I would find offensive.
Accommodating alternate lifestyles by forcing establishments to perform weddings on their premises is trickier to argue against legal-wise, although it definitely clashes with their right to practice their religion so it’s not so simple. It’s still not the same as refusing to sell a cup of coffee to someone practicing such a lifestyle, where don’t ask don’t tell is probably prudent.
We also have to realize that going topless is legal in NYC, and if we can’t have dress codes, we’re sunk.