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NYC Customer Sues Chipotle and DoorDash, Alleging She Bit Into Rodent in Burrito Bowl

The complaint seeks unspecified damages over alleged unsafe handling by the courier.

Overview

  • A civil lawsuit filed in New York County Supreme Court names Chipotle, DoorDash and an unnamed delivery worker as defendants.
  • Plaintiff Gia Bernhardt alleges she bit into a rodent while eating a burrito bowl ordered via DoorDash from a Third Avenue location on Jan. 11.
  • The filing claims severe physical and psychological harm but does not specify the type of rodent or detail the injuries.
  • Chipotle denies the allegations and says it will vigorously defend itself, while DoorDash has not responded to requests for comment.
  • Bernhardt’s attorney says she returned the food to the restaurant, staff discarded the object, and she sought hospital treatment after vomiting.