# Diner nearly ate cow tooth in 'Democrat' taco

> Diner claims she nearly swallowed cow tooth from Torchy's 'Democrat' taco.
- Title: Diner nearly ate cow tooth in 'Democrat' taco · New York Post
- Summary: Diner claims she nearly swallowed cow tooth from Torchy's 'Democrat' taco. Diner Nohemi Castillo sued Torchy's Tacos for $250,000 after finding a cow tooth…
- Keywords: nohemi castillo, torchy's tacos, austin texas, cow tooth, democrat taco, beef cheek taco, food safety, lawsuit, news, entertainment, Diner, nearly
- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/18/us-news/diner-claims-she-nearly-ate-cow-tooth-stuffed-in-democrat-taco-at-tex-mex-restaurant
- Published: 2026-10-18T19:20:50+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nohemi castillo, torchy's tacos, austin texas, cow tooth, democrat taco, beef cheek taco, food safety, lawsuit, news, entertainment
## Diner claims cow tooth in taco
Nohemi Castillo discovered a cow tooth in a 'Democrat' taco from Torchy's Tacos in Austin, Texas on June 9.

> A 'grossed-out' diner nearly swallowed a cow tooth that was stuffed in a takeout taco from a Texas-based chain restaurant
## Sued for $250,000
Castillo sued Torchy's Tacos for up to $250,000 after claiming the restaurant negligently sold food that did not meet safety standards.
## Torchy's response
Torchy's confirmed the object was a cow tooth and said they would improve supplier procedures to prevent similar issues.

> We are aware of the situation and take all concerns about our food seriously. We source the highest quality food available
## Key takeaway

Diner Nohemi Castillo sued Torchy's Tacos for $250,000 after finding a cow tooth in a beef cheek taco.