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The episode comes weeks after FSSAI issued notices to JW Marriott and Andaz — run by Juniper Hotels — at Aerocity in Delhi.
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News18•21-09-2026, 09:57
Cockroach Crashes JW Marriott Dinner, Sparks Hygiene Outcry
  • •Dr. Ashok Seth, a prominent Delhi cardiologist, posted a viral video of a cockroach on his dinner table at JW Marriott Mumbai's Romano restaurant.
  • •The incident occurred on Saturday night, with Dr. Seth sarcastically naming the insect "Roachie" and stating it ruined their appetite.
  • •Marriott Bonvoy Assist responded to Dr. Seth's post, requesting details to investigate the matter.
  • •This incident follows recent FSSAI notices to JW Marriott and Andaz in Delhi for hygiene violations, including cockroaches and expired stock.
  • •The video has amplified concerns about hygiene standards in five-star hotels, with no official statement yet from JW Marriott Mumbai.

Key Questions Answered

The incident occurred at the Romano restaurant located inside the JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar property.

Dr Ashok Seth, chairman of Fortis Escorts Heart Institute and a prominent Delhi cardiologist, shared the clip after dining at the hotel.

An account identified as Marriott Bonvoy Assist replied to the post, thanking him for flagging the issue and asking for his details via direct message to follow up.