Famous pizza chain draws flak as unexpected guests chip their food away
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As dining out and delivery become staples of modern living, restaurants should maintain impeccable hygiene standards.
However, a recent incident at a popular pizza chain left customers squawking in disgust and disbelief.
A video taken at a Crust Pizza branch in Sydney's Neutral Bay recently went viral as it captured a scene that ruffled diners' feathers.
In the video, a trio of pigeons pecked away at the shop's pizza toppings on display.
The birds were freely nibbling on the items, with no staff in sight to shoo them away or keep the food safe.
Several patrons took to social media and shared their disappointment towards the chain.
'Never eating Crust pizza again,' one comment read.
'That's my last Crust order ever!' another patron exclaimed in the comments section.
However, some customers found humour in the situation.
One jokingly suggested a new menu item called the 'Peri peri pigeon'.
Another claimed that the birds were 'spicing up for the Crust hot wings'.
While met with jest, the majority of responses indicated a severe concern for food safety and hygiene practices.
This incident raised questions about the standards expected from food providers.
In a recent article, the NSW Food Authority released a list of restaurants that have violated food safety practices and standards.
Fast food chains and upscale establishments faced fines for food contamination, lack of cleanliness, and other compliance failures.
As of writing, Crust Pizza has yet to respond to the video.
Watch the video here:
Source: @charlesspalton/TikTok
This incident is a stark reminder always to be vigilant about where we choose to dine.
It's a call for all food establishments to review their hygiene protocols and ensure that their standards meet both regulatory requirements and the customers' expectations.
Have you had a similar experience at a restaurant or fast food chain? How did it affect your perception of the brand? Share your thoughts and experiences with us in the comments below.
However, a recent incident at a popular pizza chain left customers squawking in disgust and disbelief.
A video taken at a Crust Pizza branch in Sydney's Neutral Bay recently went viral as it captured a scene that ruffled diners' feathers.
In the video, a trio of pigeons pecked away at the shop's pizza toppings on display.
The birds were freely nibbling on the items, with no staff in sight to shoo them away or keep the food safe.
Three pigeons feasted on a Crust Pizza branch's toppings display. Image Credit: TikTok/Charles Spalton
Several patrons took to social media and shared their disappointment towards the chain.
'Never eating Crust pizza again,' one comment read.
'That's my last Crust order ever!' another patron exclaimed in the comments section.
However, some customers found humour in the situation.
One jokingly suggested a new menu item called the 'Peri peri pigeon'.
Another claimed that the birds were 'spicing up for the Crust hot wings'.
While met with jest, the majority of responses indicated a severe concern for food safety and hygiene practices.
This incident raised questions about the standards expected from food providers.
In a recent article, the NSW Food Authority released a list of restaurants that have violated food safety practices and standards.
Fast food chains and upscale establishments faced fines for food contamination, lack of cleanliness, and other compliance failures.
As of writing, Crust Pizza has yet to respond to the video.
Watch the video here:
Source: @charlesspalton/TikTok
This incident is a stark reminder always to be vigilant about where we choose to dine.
It's a call for all food establishments to review their hygiene protocols and ensure that their standards meet both regulatory requirements and the customers' expectations.
