A woman’s bold decision to try the “Reaper” spice level at Dave’s Hot Chicken has gone viral after her fiery reaction drew nearly three million views on TikTok.

Atina, who enjoys spicy food, said she didn’t expect the heat to be extreme — until staff presented her with a waiver releasing the restaurant from liability before serving it. Moments later, the video captures her realisation that the warning was well‑deserved.

I was driving and saw a Dave’s Hot Chicken and decided to go in for lunch. I like spicy foods so I decided to give the reaper level a try. I didn’t know that they will have me sign a waiver of release of liability just to be able to just be able to get it. I didn’t think it would be that hot, but boy was I wrong…