Michelin-Star Restaurateur Vikas Nath Admits to Spiking Woman’s Drink at London Club, Faces Trial

Incident Details: On January 15, 2024, staff witnessed Nath using a straw to transfer liquid from a vanilla extract bottle into the woman&rsquo;s drink.
Intervention: Club staff discreetly replaced the spiked margarita before it was consumed and immediately contacted police.
Court Proceedings: At Southwark Crown Court, Nath admitted the act but denied sexual intent, claiming he wanted to help the woman &ldquo;relax&rdquo; and be &ldquo;less anxious.&rdquo;
Charges: Nath faces charges of attempting to administer a substance with intent and possession of a Class B drug.
Reputation Impact: Nath&rsquo;s ownership of Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK and Spain has drawn widespread media scrutiny, raising concerns about trust and safety in nightlife venues.

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Indian-origin restaurateur Vikas Nath, 63, admitted in court to spiking a woman’s spicy margarita with the date-rape drug GBL at London’s exclusive Annabel’s club in January 2024. Nath, who owns Michelin-starred restaurants, claimed he did it to make her “less anxious.” Staff intervened before the drink was consumed, and police were alerted.