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A customer at the Hyderabad branch of Amritsar Haveli was stunned to discover that staff reportedly reused leftover vinegar-soaked onions for the next customer. Anirudh Gupta (@foodsafetywar) captured the incident on video, and it quickly went viral on Instagram, amassing over a million views.

Mixed Responses from Restaurant Staff

In the video, Gupta asked the restaurant staff whether they discard or reuse leftover onions. The staff gave conflicting responses, which raised concerns about the restaurant’s hygiene practices. The video also showed a glimpse into the kitchen, exposing a dirty and clogged cleaning area, further heightening the alarm.

Customer’s Concern and Social Media Backlash

Gupta shared his observations in the caption, writing, “Dining out, or dining in a health hazard? At the Hyderabad branch of ‘Amritsar Haveli,’ the restaurant is cutting corners in ways no one should tolerate: reusing chutneys and onions from one table to another and a washing area in horrific condition. Is this the standard of dining we deserve? If they don’t change, we need to demand it. Join the movement for safer, cleaner restaurants!”

The post outraged Instagram users, who expressed their shock and disappointment. One user commented, “They are taking the clients as a huge joke,” while another said, “Look at the horrible condition where the dishes are being washed. Reusing leftover onions? Unacceptable.”

Growing Concerns About Hygiene in Indian Restaurants

Several viewers expressed their concerns about the state of hygiene in Indian restaurants. One user stated, “Hygiene is a serious concern in Indian restaurants,” while another remarked, “The only clean food in India is home food.

Source: NDTV