In the culinary battlefield of the Bay Area, one neurologist just declared war on Coup de Thai restaurant, and trust us, this is spicier than your last Tinder date. 🌶️

Dr. Harjasleen Walia isn’t here for your average heat level. She’s suing the Los Gatos restaurant over an appetizer so nuclear, it allegedly caused chemical burns to her vocal cords, esophagus, and right nostril. Talk about a dining experience gone wrong. 🔥

When Appetizers Attack

For just $11, Walia claims she “incurred permanent injuries” from these chicken Dragon Balls. One bite turned her dinner into a medical emergency that’ll make even the most adventurous foodie think twice.

The Courtroom Cuisine Showdown

With a trial set for August 25, this legal drama is serving up more heat than the dish itself. Walia isn’t just seeking compensation, she’s challenging restaurant spice standards and making a statement about culinary consent.

Spice Level: Lawsuit

While we love a good food fight, this case raises serious questions about restaurant responsibility and just how far “authentically spicy” can go before it becomes a health hazard. Stay tuned, Bay Area foodies, this is one legal menu item you won’t want to miss. 🍽️⚖️