Phuket Restaurant Owner Claims Customer Used Hair Complaint

Phuket Restaurant Owner Claims Customer Used Hair Complaint to Dodge Bill

A restaurant owner in Rawai accused a foreign customer of placing hair in a bowl of tom yum soup to avoid paying for his meal. The owner said the man, believed to be Russian, ordered several dishes and only complained after finishing the food. She said the strand appeared suspicious because it still had the root attached, making her believe it may have been pulled out and placed in the bowl after service. Although she insisted her kitchen staff wear hair coverings and check dishes before serving, she eventually waived the bill to avoid further trouble. The owner said the experience left her discouraged during a difficult period for tourism businesses and warned other restaurant operators to remain cautious.