A sushi restaurant has apologised for publishing an 'inappropriate and offensive' dress code on its website that asked women to wear 'sexy' heels and bodycon dresses.
Beluga Bar is set to launch in Leatherhead, Surrey, later this week - but the Japanese restaurant has already been boycotted by angry locals for its controversial entry requirements.
The restaurant came under fire when people noticed the dress code had very specific requirements for women.
People on social media shared screenshots of the website's terms and conditions, blasting them as "out of touch" and "sexist".
The page read: "Dress code is smart casuals with jackets for men, no tracksuits, no t-shirt and women can wear skinny jeans with sexy black ankle-strap heels and with a form-fitting top.
"Alternatively, there are many different types of dresses that would look good at a bar in the summer or winter, namely midi or bodycon dresses."
The page also stated that there was an invite-only policy and only people on the "selective" guestlist would be let in.
The terms and conditions have now been taken down from the website and Beluga has issued an apology on Instagram.
In full, the apology reads: "We would like to express our sincere apologies for the T&Cs mistakingly published on our website on Tuesday, the 8th February 2022, in relation to dress code.
"The description was inappropriate, disrespectful and offensive and does not reflect the image we're seeking to promote.
"We wish to clarify that our policy is a smart dress code for men and women.
"Beluga is currently not trading and we are undertaking the final finishing touches before opening.
"We are extremely passionate about bringing out concert of a high-quality Sushi restaurant and bar to life in Leatherhead Town Centre and having a positive impact in the community.
"We look forward to welcoming you to Beluga for our soft opening day, this Friday, the 11th of February at 6pm.
"Once again, we are wholeheartedly apologising for any offence and upset that we have caused."
The apology comes after people slammed the restaurant for its policy, with one furious commenter writing: "Your dress code is disgusting and sexist! Should be ashamed… a lot of people will be boycotting."
Another added: "Never in a million years! Your dress code is appallingly misogynistic. If this is how you treat your customers, I pity your employees", while a third commented: "Very 1980s pervy strip club dress code. Won’t be visiting anytime soon."
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