Press + Photo Policy

The Lancey has a quiet-by-default press posture.

Photos

  • Guests can take photos of their own food and drinks.
  • Guests cannot take photos that include other guests' faces or visible identifying details.
  • Professional cameras, lighting rigs, or extensive setups require GM approval in advance.

Press inquiries

  • All press inquiries route to the GM. Staff does not comment on the record.
  • If a journalist arrives unannounced: greet warmly, seat them as any other guest, alert the GM, do not mention to other staff.

Social media

Staff is welcome to post about working at The Lancey. The rules:

  • No photos of guests, ever.
  • No photos of comp slips, invoices, or financial info.
  • No identifying VIPs by name or face.
  • No leaking menu items not yet on the public menu.

If a guest asks about a celebrity sighting

"I can't confirm guest visits. Welcome to The Lancey — what can I get you?"

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