A group of friends dining at a popular restaurant in Hyderabad got a shocking discovery when they reportedly found a half-burnt cigarette in their chicken biryani. According to the video posted on X (formerly Twitter), the incident took place at Bavarachi, a famous restaurant in Hyderabad, raising concerns over food safety. The video of the incident was posted on the social media platform by user Vineet on November 25. In the footage, a group of around 10 men can be seen sitting at a table with half-eaten food in front of them. One of them lifts a plate of biryani to show a lit cigarette, while others angrily shout at the restaurant staff.
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As the video continues, the situation escalates and staff members surround the table while the men continue to voice their complaints. This heated argument attracted the attention of other diners, who were watching in shock. The group can be heard expressing their disgust and frustration.
Cigarette ? butts in #chef Biryani…
Nerchukoni intalo chesukovatam uttamam pic.twitter.com/j2ct9mxn2Q
– Vineet K (@DealsDhamaka) 25 November 2024
Disclaimer: NDTV does not endorse the claims made in the post.
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Other social media users reacted to the video post. One user commented, “This is why I have a cook at home,” while another jokingly wrote, “They added it for extra flavor.” However, others suggested that some customers may be carrying out such incidents to get a free meal, with one commenting, “All restaurants should have CCTV to keep an eye on these situations.”
Here are some of the reactions left on the post:
Butts Flavor Biryani
– Bhavesh (@tweetquick11) 25 November 2024
They added for extra flavor
– ഒഒഛкഛഗ (@shivsun) 25 November 2024
i cook bro put monthly 5k
– Jwala SAP HR (@jwalasaphr) 25 November 2024
These things happen. When I was a college student, I found a cigarette butt in a bowl of sambar in my college canteen. We are talking about 1996. Didn’t create a ruckus. Worked quietly with management to improve safety. Hear from current students that the quality of food there now is very good.
– Incorruptibilis (@ashridar) 29 November 2024
The video has raised questions over food safety and hygiene in restaurants.
