# Torchy’s Tacos food safety lawsuit

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/torchys-tacos-food-safety-lawsuit
> Updated: 2026-10-20T23:23:20.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

A customer in Austin, Texas, filed a lawsuit seeking up to $250,000 against Torchy’s Tacos and Success Foods Management Group after finding a cow tooth in a beef barbacoa taco. The incident took place on June 9, 2026, at the restaurant’s South Congress Avenue location.

The plaintiff, Nohemi Castillo, alleges negligence and violations of food safety and consumer protection laws, stating she required medical attention after nearly swallowing the object. The lawsuit claims the restaurant failed to properly inspect meat to prevent foreign objects from entering the food supply.

Torchy’s Tacos confirmed the object was a cow tooth originating from the natural beef cheek used in the barbacoa. A spokesperson stated that while such occurrences are rare, the company is working with its supplier to reinforce internal procedures to prevent future incidents.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: Torchy’s Tacos sued over cow tooth found in taco

Torchy’s Tacos faces a lawsuit seeking up to $250,000 after a customer found a cow tooth in a beef barbacoa taco at an Austin, Texas location.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torchys-tacos-sued-over-cow-tooth-found-in-taco

### 2026-10-16: Torchy’s Tacos sued for $250,000 over cow tooth in food

A Texas woman is suing Torchy’s Tacos for $250,000 after finding a cow tooth in a beef barbacoa taco, alleging negligence and food safety violations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torchys-tacos-sued-for-250000-over-cow-tooth-in-food

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