US EditionTourist Sues New York Taco Joint over Spicy Salsa: Reports
Federal Judge Dale E. Ho ruled that salsa spiciness is expected in Mexican cuisine, denying claims of physical harm despite the plaintiff’s pre-existing spice intolerance.
- A U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York denied Manz's lawsuit against Los Tacos No., ruling in favor of the restaurant over salsa spiciness claims.
- At the 2024 visit to New York City, Faycal Manz bought three tacos and placed hefty portions of salsa from a self-service bar, citing a 2010 colonoscopy and 'spice intolerance' as reasons for his claims.
- He alleged symptoms began after one bite of the third taco, including burning tongue, red face, a soaring heart rate, and days of GI distress, seeking $100,000 in damages.
- The decision noted U.S. District Judge Dale E. Ho wrote that Mexican food, including salsa, is generally spicy and 'In fact, when it comes to salsa, the spice is often the point,' while Manz did not ask staff or customers about the salsa's contents or spiciness, and Los Tacos said no one had complained before him.
- Manz had filed other lawsuits during his U.S. visit, including suits against Walmart and the NYPD, and multiple outlets reported the ruling citing People, USA Today and the New York Post.
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Tourist sues New York taco joint over spicy salsa: Reports
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