Sydney Restaurant Apologizes After Customer Finds Dead Rat in Salad

A Japanese restaurant in northwest Sydney, Tatsuya West Ryde, has apologized after a pregnant customer claimed to have found a dead rat in her half-eaten salad, prompting widespread outrage and a wave of negative online reviews. The woman and other diners criticized the restaurant for continuing to serve food to unaware customers after the discovery, calling the incident 'revolting and unacceptable.' Photos of the rat accompanied multiple one-star Google reviews, with some patrons stating they left the restaurant immediately. The restaurant responded by stating the issue appeared to have originated from a delivered salad box and that they are investigating the matter with their supplier and local food authorities. The owner emphasized that while Google reviews reflect personal opinions, an incident did occur and is under official investigation, with additional measures being taken to prevent future occurrences. The incident has drawn significant attention to food safety practices at the establishment.