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Live worm found in sandwich at Gurgaon’s Paul restaurant sparks outrage
✍️ TOI City
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 08:55 AM
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A customer at Paul restaurant in Gurgaon discovered a live worm in a sandwich, filming the incident which quickly spread online, prompting the management to apologise and reaffirm food‑safety standards.
A diner at Paul, a high‑end eatery in Gurgaon, reported finding a live worm inside a sandwich served at the outlet. The patron captured the moment on a smartphone, and the footage soon circulated across social media platforms, drawing immediate attention.
The video sparked widespread criticism from netizens, who questioned the hygiene practices of upscale restaurants. Comments highlighted concerns over food safety and demanded accountability from the establishment.
In response, the restaurant’s management issued a public apology to the affected customer, stating that the incident was isolated and that they were conducting an internal review. They also reiterated their commitment to maintaining strict food‑handling protocols.
The episode has reignited a broader debate about quality control in premium dining venues, urging regulatory bodies to scrutinise compliance more closely.
The video sparked widespread criticism from netizens, who questioned the hygiene practices of upscale restaurants. Comments highlighted concerns over food safety and demanded accountability from the establishment.
In response, the restaurant’s management issued a public apology to the affected customer, stating that the incident was isolated and that they were conducting an internal review. They also reiterated their commitment to maintaining strict food‑handling protocols.
The episode has reignited a broader debate about quality control in premium dining venues, urging regulatory bodies to scrutinise compliance more closely.