I threw my dad's surprise birthday here and I cannot recommend it enough! The space itself was honestly the highlight: beautiful, cozy, enchanting. We rented the secret garden, and everyone was frequently commenting on how beautiful the space was, with flowers and walls of leaves and vines; it's rustic and fun. Karin helped me plan it all; they had a very comprehensive set of options, a transparent pricing structure, the food was great, the service was OUTSTANDING, and everyone had a great time. Ca'bianca is a great place to have an event, and they really work with you on it. I am super happy with my experience, and I would recommend it 10/10! read more

We had a standing reservation but still waited about 20 minutes just to be greeted at the door, and had to ask twice about being seated. Once seated, it took another 20+ minutes before anyone came to take our order -- we eventually had to flag down the hostess ourselves to say we were ready. When the food arrived, it was missing an appetizer and one of the dinner entrees. Service throughout the meal was inconsistent: our waiter never asked if we wanted drinks, and we had to request one ourselves, without ever being asked if others at the table wanted anything to drink. Multiple times we had to flag down other servers just to get basic service, and we asked for a dessert menu three separate times before it showed up. Most concerning, my toddler has an egg allergy, and we had to confirm multiple times whether dishes contained egg. At one point the waiter responded that it "wasn't a big egg allergy," which was a confusing and honestly worrying thing to hear when asking about food safety for a child. On top of all that, the affogato wasn't actually an affogato -- it was just frozen vanilla ice cream with frozen espresso, not the classic hot-espresso-poured-over-ice-cream dessert we expected. Food overall was subpar, we also saw 3 of the wait staff take a shot of alcohol with another table while completing ignoring service for our table. Overall, a disappointing experience with very slow, inattentive service and a concerning lack of clarity around allergy safety. We definitely will not recommend to family and friends, and will go out of our way to mention to any travelers to the area to avoid this place! read more

www.cabianca.com | ca'bianca.com 835 Second Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 We have dined there on many special occasions! The cuisine and customer service is consistently outstanding. Last night was a large gathering of the Santa Rosa Symphony patrons and soloists. Each one of us left w/ an outstanding impression of Ca'Bianca! The owner and manager is always there to greet the guests w/ the time-honored wait staff and culinary artists in the kitchen. A fresh flower adorned the gracious table setting. Looking forward to our next dining experience there! Each of the three courses was superb. read more

What a beautiful lunch! Sat on porch (I swear I was transported to Charleston in the best way) and the server was just lovely; professional, friendly, knowledgeable, patient. Bread was fresh per my friends (I didn't try it). I had the seafood pasta gluten-free style. Oh my was it GOOD! Absolutely dreamy. Great flavor and a medium consistency, rich but not heavy. Very satisfied. My pals loved their dishes, too. What a great meal out! There's a parking lot but I parked on the street (all free). read more

Ca'Bianca - Seafood with gluten-free pasta, incredible - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

Lovely location in beautiful old home with outside garden dining. Lots of classic Italian dishes and local CA wines as well as Italian wine selections. This is a great choice for outdoor dining while in Santa Rosa. read more

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What a hidden gem of a restaurant in Santa Rosa! I'd come here for any ocassion or just because. So romantic with indoor and outdoor seating, can also choose the garden area for dining, instagram-worthy. Extensive wine list, but if you want to bring your own special bottle; the corkage fee is $25. Their homemade pastas are made with love. The waiter will always mention the specials, which are seasonal. I came back for the duck confit, but not this time around; however, I got my favorite short ribs papperdelle just in time, as they were starting restaurant week. Hubby and I got the special appetizer crab cakes, served hot and delicious. After devouring our pasta dishes, we asked for the dessert menu. I also love perusing the dessert wines, but I usually end up ordering a cappucino or espresso. 'Til next time ~ cheers and see you on Yelp (SYOY)! read more

I came here to celebrate my fiancé's birthday and made reservations well in advance. Unfortunately, we were initially seated in a dark corner in the back, which was disappointing for a special occasion. I'm not sure if it was because we were the only people of color there, but it definitely didn't feel great. I did ask to move to a brighter, more lively area, and the manager accommodated us, which I appreciated. Aside from that, everything else was great. The food and drinks were both really good and helped make up for the rough start. Pasta was good and drinks were great. The waiters also were great and very attentive. read more

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Celebrated my bestfriend's birthday at Ca Bianca and it couldn't have been a better choice. The space itself does feel a little dated, but in a charming, classy old school way. It feels warm and intimate rather than trendy and overstimulating. For dinner I ordered the lobster ravioli special, super rich, definitely on the heavier side, but sooo delicious. I ate ALL of it and felt guilty after but it was worth every calorie. I skipped alcohol this night, but looking back at these photos I kind of wish I had ordered a glass of wine to go with it because it would have paired perfectly. The food was delicious and the space was perfect for the occasion but the servers and bussers really went above and beyond to help with the festivities. They were so attentive and thoughtful throughout the entire meal. One of the best service experiences I've had in a while. Overall 10/10. I came during winter but swear to be back during summer to enjoy the lovely patio seating and update this review... read more

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Tried Ca'Bianca for the first time and really enjoyed it! The garden patio is charming, inviting, and perfect for a relaxing meal. We tried the gnocchi, pollo, and fish of the day--everything was delicious and full of flavor. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, attentive service, definitely a place I'd return to! read more

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Stepping into CaBianca's is like stepping back in time. This restaurant is in an 1876 victorian mansion. The attention to detail in this restaurant can't be missed from the architecture down to the roses that adore the tables. The food highlights the northern region of Italy. I had the Carbonara with spaghettini, pancetta, shallots, cream, eggs and pecorino along with an Isola margarita. They have a vast wine list that includes Italian wines along with local wines from Napa and Sonoma County. You can also bring your own wine for a 15.00 corkage fee. The service was prompt and attentive while also giving us time to visit. This restaurant has the perfect space for an intimate dinner to a private event. Our party noted they went to a baby shower in their outside garden. This restaurant shouldn't be missed if you visit Sonoma County. read more

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We have been many times over the years but this may have been our best meal there. Excellent bread with olive oil and balsamic was brought out as usual. The appetizers were all excellent and quite large; Dungeness Crab Cake special, the Impepata was so good, full of clams and mussels, I brought the broth home to make a crab bisque, and the Carpaccio was also excellent. We all shared Caesar salads which was very tasty and just the right size as we had ordered appetizers. The entrees were uniformly excellent, Pork Chop, Pasta Carbonara, and the Pasta Funghi. I'm not a vegetarian by any means but the Pasta Funghi was outstanding. To full for dessert. Prices are actually very reasonable for this area and this quality and Jorge was a delightful waiter. read more

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Love coming here for special occasions. A friend introduced me to this place and I'm so glad she did! The chef definitely knows what he is doing! Menu offers a good selection of different dishes. I always try to look at the menu ahead of time but sometimes I feel like having steak and then once I get to restaurant, a different dishes looks more appetizing. So that's the only issue I have here, everything looks amazing and makes it so hard to narrow it down. I usually go with friends and we each choose very different item and then end up sharing a little of our dishes with each other. Nothing disappoints. Everything is a MUST try! The waiters and waitresses are also very helpful in selecting a dish. It is a bit pricey but what do you expect when the food ingredients are fresh? I'm willing to pay an arm and a leg for a good meal. Can't wait to come for my birthday later this month! read more

It's hard to find really good Italian food in this area, but Ca Bianca is definitely up there with places I really like. I ordered the carbonara and a limoncello drop, and both were really good. Service was great, too. I loved the cozy, at-home feeling of the old Victorian house. I already made a mental note to come back in the summer, they have tables on the porch, and sitting out there on a warm evening sounds perfect. I'd love to come back and try another dish. read more

Ca'Bianca - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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OK, this restaurant is so good. We ended up going there twice instead of trying another within the six days we are visiting Tahoe, and each time it's awesome. Their salad is incredible. The waitress Melinda is awesome. She's worked there a long time and dishes like the chicken Parmesan with the red sauce is excellent! You have to check out this family run Restaurant since 1974! read more

I returned here with my fiancé and, of course, felt deeply moved by its beauty and ambiance. Ca Bianca is truly unique in its setting and is a special place for that reason alone. It is romantic and captivating as it is in an old Victorian home. Service was prompt and efficient and we enjoyed our fresh pastas for Valentines weekend. Cannot wait to return in the summer to have a meal in their enchanted garden. read more

Ca'Bianca - Carbonara and Puff Pastry - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

Such a charming Italian restaurant located in downtown Santa Rosa for more than 25 years. It's in a beautiful Victorian house that was built in 1876. They offer house made bread (served with olive oil and vinegar) as well house made pasta. Ingredients are fresh, local and organic. The cuisine is authentic Italian from various regions of Italy. We came here for a holiday family dinner and had an exceptional experience. There were 3 orders of carbonara and I ordered the butternut squash ravioli. We all finished our plates. The complimentary bread was so soft and I love dipping it in the oil and vinegar- delicious! They have an extensive wine list and some craft cocktails. The Italian lemon drop with a sugar rim went nicely with the ravioli. The service was great - everyone was friendly and very attentive. I need to get here more often- it's a gem. read more

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I have been to this restaurant at least over 20 times and they never disappoint. The food is always fresh and service is wonderful. The ambiance can't be beat course. I forgot to take pictures but all of the food is presented beautifully! Tonight we had the fresh halibut, zucca and Bolognese entrees. Bon appetit! read more

Solid Italian restaurant in Santa Rosa. I was visiting for a work trip, and we were here for dinner. The restaurant is a historic Victorian home - beautiful and fitting. The staff are really friendly. Everything we ordered was delicious, from the gnocchi to carbonara pasta to chocolate ice cream. Everything was great. I highly recommend this restaurant to those visiting the area. read more

Ca'Bianca - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

Really great Italian food + the garden is beautifullllll Our hotel recommended this place, and it was a short walk from downtown Santa Rosa! The restaurant is in a unique Victorian house -- I loveeee the garden entrance and also the garden patio (highly recommend to request to sit here). Very romantic!! Love the ambiance and vibes (: Dog friendly as well! There's also covered patio seating, a bar area/ seating, and traditional seating inside the house. We ordered FUNGHI PASTA + FRUTTI DI MARE PASTA, we finished every bite!! That's when you know it's good! I believe the tagliolini pasta (which is in those 2 pastas) is house made, and some pastas are not housemade. So definitely get the house made pasta! Service was friendly and seemed very well versed. Highly recommend this place for special occasions or a romantic date night! read more

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Beautiful space inside and out . Our waiter seemed good at other tables but gave us very poor service . Waited a long time to order . Didn't ask if we wanted drinks first . Took our order but then wondered around and did other things before bringing it to kitchen . Seemed very friendly but stranded us . Had pork chops , ravioli , bolognese and some other items . Overall food looked great and was presented well . Flavor on most dishes was average . Bolognese was very good . Maybe another night would be 4-5 stars. Our visit was 3 star tonight . Wanted to like this place more . read more

This restaurant is in a beautiful Victorian house. The ambiance is amazing. The food was delicious. And our waiter was very nice. I only wish we had sat outside because their outdoor garden is absolutely dreamy. read more

A perfect meal for Sabrina's birthday. Great food, great service, great ambiance. Absolutely a go-to choice when I want a special meal.

I didn't realize Ca Bianca was a 19th century home! It looked beautiful with lights all around the plants, and inside was just as beautiful. S E R V I C E: I came here to celebrate my Mother in law's birthday. We had a reservation for 6 of us at 5pm, and it was pretty crowded! Parking could be a hassle for anyone since its parking area isn't that big. We were seated right away, and our server was awesome. F O O D: I really enjoyed the bread they served us while we waited for our food. I had to stop myself from eating too much of it! My main course was their Pollo Ripieno, and it was pretty tasty. I was hesitant about the puff pastry, but it worked well together with the chicken. The portion size did feel a little small for me - and for the price, I was expecting more. O V E R A L L: I can't say I see myself coming back here, unless family wanted to. I felt like the food was mediocre for the amount of money we paid. read more

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Amazing food, amazing service and amazing ambiance. Alejandra was our server, and she was outstanding; she didn't miss a beat, despite serving our entire room and a couple of tables outside our area. Food is delicious and the pastas area must, as they are handmade. All was fresh and you can tell they use good quality ingredients. We didn't have any cocktails but opted for our own wine; corkage is $25. Parking is easy as they have their own dedicated parking lot, but there are also lots of street parking. This place is VERY lively. If you're looking for a quite area to sit, I would suggest on the deck. The areas we were in were lively with lots of parties of 6+. Would totally come back again! read more

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I was visiting a good friend in Santa Rosa and she took me to this place which is one of her favorite Italian restaurant. This place absolutely hit the mark and was beyond expectations. Firstly, the ambience is so moody and romantic. The staff were very friendly. But the highlight of the meal is definitely their food! Everything we tried was very scrumptious. I am still thinking about their Tortino Di Granchio which is their dungeness crab cakes served with lemon aioli. Their Funghi pasta was my personal favorite. It was a delicious house-made tagliatelle served with chantarelle mushrooms, zucchini, and crème fraiche. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE! read more

Ca'Bianca - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

This is not a solid restaurant. Service is excellent. Garden is a nice space. Food needs improvement. It's embarrassing to have a nice garden and space but unsatisfactory food. Gnocchi appetizer was the best dish. Good balance of Gorgonzola flavor and cream sauce. Gnocchi was made well. The lamb was small, not cooked to requested doneness, and the sauce on top had a fishy taste to it. Chicken was like a cordon bleu with a flaky pastry crust and prosciutto to it-- that was okay. The spinach was not seasoned, not distributed evenly over the chicken under the crust, and it overwhelmed the taste of the chicken and cheese with bitterness. At least the side of vegetables on both the lamb and chicken was decent. The fungi pasta was not Al dente and the sauce was okay. If not for the ambiance and service, I'd give 2 stars. For the price, I expected much much better. Much better. And food didn't deliver. I'm sure there are other restaurants for the price that can deliver food AND ambiance. read more

Venue is an amazing historic Victorian home from the 1800's with beautiful gardens. Truly amazing. Service was attentive and professional. Food was delicious. Surprised at the affordable and diverse list of wines by the glass. We enjoyed Gnocchi as appetizer. Light, fresh and flavorful. Rigatoni and Funghi pasta were tasty with home made flavors and pasta texture. We'll return. read more

This place was great! They have turned an old house into a restaurant. I liked the room we were seated at. Service was good, attentive staff. Food was also super tasty. Mushroom soup was super tasty so was the mushroom pasta. So many different variants of mushroom. The seafood pasta also had good flavor and variety of seafood. Dessert was different and very tasty. read more

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Some of the best Italian food in NorCal. Every time I'm back in this area, I look forward to stopping by Ca Bianca. The Carbonara has left a mark on me and not a day goes by without dreaming of it. Rich, flavorful, and creamy. Portions are fair! We came with a party of 7 and we all enjoyed what we ordered. Their lemon drop was refreshing and tasty. Tiramisu was also a hit. Service was excellent. Perfect spot for a date night or dining with groups. read more

Ca'Bianca - Tiramisù - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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It takes a lot for me to come back and update reviews... It has to be something pretty remarkable, otherwise I just chalk it up to "things change" and leave it at that. Unfortunately for Ca Bianca, the remarkabe change was definitely enough for me to come back and report in. I made us a reservation for our anniversary and on our way to the restaurant I told my husband the stories about my experiences here with their panna cotta. I waxed on and on about how amazing it was and the differentiating factors of what makes a panna cotta worthwhile and how ca bianca was able to fine tune this dessert to just the right flavor and texture. I got us the first reservation available for the evening so we could take in the ambiance which was still pretty nice after all these years. We were sat in the side hall which has an interesting indoor/outdoor feel. We started with an order of the polenta, for the mains I ordered the gnocchi and he ordered the puff pastry chicken, and then for dessert, of course the panna cotta and a semifreddo just for funzies. The polenta came out quite quickly and it was very unimpressive. I felt like the main flavor coming through was of gorgonzola which at that overpowering level did not go harmoniously with the herbs and tomatoes. Also, the sauce was extremely hot but the polenta itself was barely warm which was a very disappointing textural element. Unfortunately the main dishes were not any better. My gnocchi was heavy and very average and hubby's puff pastry chicken was soggy and flat tasting. Of course the most disappointing part was after all that hype about dessert. I was eager to see the panna cotta and when it arrived it was nothing like what it used to be. If you read my past reviews or look at past photos I posted, even the plating, shape, and texture are very different from what they serve now. The panna cotta of yesteryear is nowhere to be seen and the panna cotta of today is not worth coming here for. We didn't end up eating hardly anything we ordered. To say I was disappointed is an understatement. I have recommended ca bianca to so many people for dessert and now I feel embarrassed that I have been telling people to go here for this dish and it is so disappointing. Actually, all of the dishes we had were disappointing and quite overpriced for the low quality. I do have to say the ambiance is still very nice and the grounds of the restaurant are beautiful. It's nice to have private on-site parking as well, but for the food, the experience is just not worth it. Ca Bianca is just no longer the positive noteworthy restaurant of the past. read more

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Made a reservation easily thru Open Table for a Tuesday night for Mrs. & I. We were seated right away and waiter asked if we wanted anything to drink. We were given ice cold water & bread with dipping Olive oil and Balsamic Vinegar which was nice touch. I ordered a glass of wine from a fairly extensive wine list. My wife ordered their signature jumbo shrimp dish & I the seafood of the day: sole with mash potatoes and vegetables. I also ordered their soup of the day: cream of mushroom. All the food served hot on warm plates. Our entree were beautiful in presentation & returned empty. Great dessert choices and speciality drinks after. The atmosphere of the restaurant is 1800's and the owners have a great job providing a welcoming feeling to the restaurant with friendly and attentive staff. Visit at night is recommended as the outdoor lighting of the historic home is beautiful. N read more

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I've been coming to Ca'Bianca since I was a teenager! And every time I come here I am always in awe of the food. The chef definitely has things down to a T! Everything is always on point, and the taste of literally everything is 10/10. The staff is also super friendly and very knowledgeable when it comes to the menu! They also have a great variety of wines and cocktails to choose from. Ambiance is great! It's very well organized and the way it's set up it's perfect as it gets pretty busy. I enjoy restaurants that have a good vibe and I can tell every table was enjoying their time here! This is a great place to go for any occasion! A must try if you are in Santa Rosa read more

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While staying in Santa Rosa we came here for dinner one evening. The setting is in a beautiful, old mansion with plenty of parking to the side of it. They have beautiful garden areas to sit outside and plenty of indoor seating as well. Service was very nice and personable. The menu is rather basic though. The appetizer list was decent, salad list was too simple, pasta list was awesome - it was the best topic on the menu, but the entrée (secondi) list was way too simple, offering just one of each protein. We shared their rigatoni, which was excellent! I don't think I've ever had peas in a red sauce and this was great! The sausage had an odd texture to it, but the flavors seemed decent. The portion was perfect for splitting too! Next up was their chicken dish, which was stuffed with prosciutto and cheese and wrapped in dough. It was ok, but lacked flavor, especially in regards to the chicken itself. Their wine list is decent, they offer a local, Balletto wine for a really good price. Overall, not sure what all the hype is about regarding this particular place, but we probably wouldn't return, unless they revamped their menu. read more

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A beautiful Victorian style home with lovely interior decor! The ambiance was so romantic and peaceful, even the entry way was beautiful, and while we didn't go to outdoor seating, it would be beautiful in summer. We ordered gnocchi appetizer which was delicious, creamy, and tender. My rigatoni was delicious too although I preferred the gnocchi, and we also had the daily special, a ravioli dish which was a bit undercooked and not as much to our taste. Service was great. If we are in the area I would definitely be open to dropping by again to try the outdoor seating! read more

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Decent food but service was terrible. A waiter never came over and we had to flag someone down. Took half my meal to get a second glass of wine. And I got locked in the bathroom due to a defective door handle - they had to bust it down. read more

Absolutely recommend this place if you are a fan of Italian food. Came here and had the linguini with clams. Absolutely delicious from the first bite to the last. Our server was very friendly and recommended the specials. My buddy ended of getting the shredded short rib pasta. read more

Ca'Bianca makes for a lovely date spot if you don't mind paying a premium for the "ambiance", while simultaneously falling just short of feeling like an "experience". $100 for a dinner for two with a shared app and a single beverage means that I judge dishes relatively harshly compared to a $30 greasy spoon diner, and while their in-house made bread was tasty, there were a few aspects that fell short of expectations. Serving the bread with olive oil but not butter is an interesting choice, perhaps it's an Italian custom i'm just not familiar with, can't fault them there. The arugula appetizer we got was incredibly underwhelming for $14, but the pasta based entrees were enough to salvage the review to the point of 4 stars. Service was excellent, there was a bit of a jarring miscommunication where I called in advance and made a 7:50PM reservation only for them to not acknowledge that I had made a reservation when we got there. Felt a bit awkward, but there wasn't a wait anyways so: no harm no foul.. Ultimately, the price competes with Lococo's in railroad square and falls flat compared to their more elevated dishes like their Veal saltimbocca. The food itself was much more reminiscent of Riviera, a few blocks from here, and for the same price, if not slightly less you get better quality food and larger portions. Ca'Bianca was a lovely Friday night date, but I can't help but feel like we were paying a "pretty garden tax". I enjoyed our dinner but I don't think I would personally dine here again. read more

Ca'Bianca - Outdoor dining area, partner holding their mixed drink "Hugo" which was deliciously citrus-y and carbonated. Very pungent and sour. - Italian Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

Ca'Bianca is now on our "must do" list while on our family of six annual Sonoma summer trip from Chicago. Starting with the drinks menu, to salad/soup, to entree selection, desserts - all outstanding. Cherry on top cocktail straight up my new favorite. Potato leek soup delicious. Arugula salad so tasty. Fettuccine bolognese scrumptious. Special sole on one of our nights and a steak were excellent. Strudel de mele perfect. The charming garden is a delight to dine in. The main dining room of this white mansion elegant and serene. All in all a marvelous Santa Rosa dining spot for celebrating an occasion or just a good choice for a night out. Prices are extremely reasonable for value and atmosphere. Wine list choices terrific. Service friendly and professional. Can't wait to go again! read more

Another family favorite. Beautiful victorian home turned into a restaurant. Great service and very good menu. I highly recommend the lobster ravioli. read more

What a quaint idea to convert an old historical home into a restaurant, so charming. It's so lovely to sit in the veranda and admire the garden while enjoying your meal. Kudos to our server and the wait staff, super friendly and not imposing. The appetizers and desserts were not as extraordinary compared to their outstanding pasta dishes (tastes like handmade noodles) and entrees. They make an amazing rack of lamb, and duck!--not what you'll expect from Italian restaurant but they were excellently executed, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. If we didn't live so far away, this would be our regular staple. We are glad we stumbled upon this gem. read more

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