Creative menu and food was outstanding. Staff very attentive. Atmosphere a plus with indoor and outdoor options- cocktails solid and a fun scene. read more

review: We started our meal with cocktails to celebrate a 21st birthday :) She got the Smokeshow Sour and I got the Prickly Pear Gin and Tonic. Both of the drinks were quite strong, but the alcohol didn't overpower the fruity or prickly pear flavors respectively. The appetizer we got were their popular bao buns that were filled with curry crispy chicken and veggies that made it fresh and delicious. We both got tacos for our entrees, the birria tacos were very simple, but my friend said it had good taste. The carnitas tacos served with lime and grilled onion were so good, I would say some of the best tacos I've had. There was a lot of meat which was juicy and there was a fresh chicharron on top for crunch. The ambience of the place is modern and sitting outside with the heaters was nice. The servers don't rush you through ordering your food or paying the bill at all, so it's a great place to have a yap sesh. read more

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Ambiance: is adorable - they pay attention to the lighting (no mismatched tones), their serving plates are clearly thought out by the person who ordered them (might be a hindrance to wash in my own home, but they made sure to preserve the wood well), clean bathrooms, friendly staff... Food: I love octopus, but their octopus ensalata was an insult to all the good dishes I've had. Not to mention the price - even the potatoes were dry, the dressing wasn't detectable, the puree was unseasoned but lacking freshness, and the smaller pieces of octopus were not 'charred' - they were burnt and flavorless. No moisture, no texture. It was like eating charcoal. The birria tacos were good in theory. However, 2 for the price they're sold at, with no side, unauthentic flavor, and small size - get it on WLA streets if that's what you're looking for. Might taste better and more authentic. Service: whether it's your first or fifth time, you'll be met with the same energy. You don't have to wait for service. The staff is attentive and as accommodating as their policies will allow. Preferred staff: Colton, Shannon, Isiah, and Marco. Overall: Colton, Shannon, Isiah, and Marco carry the establishment- the food, the general patrons, and price v quality are the reasons I would never give a substantial rating. read more

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Love this spot for some drinks and catch-up time with friends in Sawtelle. Margaritas are always a hit! Bartenders hit the spot time and time again. read more

The food is efficiently good. And nice quality. Prepared well. Has care. But lacks soul, flavor and spontaneity. So the food tastes nice, but lacking soul. Lacking "yummmm!!" In a world where most things are horrible. This place is good. read more

Ladies and gentlemen - this is an excellent restaurant!! When we arrived, it was packed, so we decided to sit in the bar - which was an excellent idea. We were promptly assisted by ANNY, who took our cocktail order. The restaurant has a chic and fun vibe/atmosphere. They had a live DJ with awesome music. It's perfect for cocktails or a group dinner. We ordered the bottle Paloma and the MYRLE cocktails, which were freshly made and delicious. For dinner we had the octopus (which was wonderful and the black beans added a delicate twist). Next we had the rajas tacos, which were so delicious and had an earthy flavor to it. We finished off with the cod, which was so delightful and it just melted in your mouth. I had to order an extra order of pickled cucumbers. We skipped on dessert, we were full. This place is a must. read more

Hermanito - DJ - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute and breezy brunch spot. I believe they just have brunch on the weekends. So, a friend and I decided to gave it a try! Parking is metered so hopefully you find something close by. Or good luck if you find something (non-metered) nearby on one of the neighborhood streets. The overall ambiance of this place was laid back and quiet. Mainly because we were some of the first ones to arrive for brunch that day and randomly picked a spot on Sawtelle. Food was okay, my French toast ($14) was not so good and overall, (just an FYI) their French toast is soggy. You can see what almost looks like a thin layer of milk under one of the French toast pieces in the pictures. Not for me but there's many styles of French toast so just wanted to mention that. My friend got the carnitas tacos ($12) she said they were okay as well. So, glad we tried this spot but maybe you'll have better luck if you decide to give it a try! read more

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Came here on a Sunday around 4:30PM and it was relatively empty. I loooove the decor here - it's very natural tones/textures with fun pops of color. I noticed they even had a DJ booth inside so I bet it's fun here at night! The vibes were great. The server was really helpful & attentive. We started with the tropical corazon which is their bottled drinks they do in house. It was tasty - definitely strong which I appreciated since you're paying LA prices for these drinks. Had a spicy margarita for their happy hour. Lemmmeee tell ya, after 2 drinks the dranks were drankin if you know what I mean so you do get your moneys worth! We weren't super hungry so we just wanted to keep it light with small plates. We started with the crispy potatoes that were PERFECTLY crunch - it was exactly the texture you wanted. They had good flavor and I loved the pairing with the sauce underneath. I felt like the greens on top were unnecessary but I loved it overall. The adobo cauliflower was interesting. It had a bit of kick to it and the flavors did evolve while you were chewing. Overall was cooked well but there was something in the seasoning I wasn't obsessed about. Overall, I'd definitelyyyy be back here! Really cool spot with good food, great drinks & staff. read more

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I'm gonna be the odd guy out on this one, methinks. It's not bad here. It's just not worth it. Tiny servings. Good flavor. I like to eat well, but I also like to not be hungry afterwards at $50-60 per person. But here's the thing that really got my goat -- the staff all wore a shirt that says "LOVE YOU", and I thought it was cute and friendly and different. Made me feel like a little love, but yeah, guess what, it's a damned brand. YUP, there's some LOVE YOU brewery whatever that they're pushing and it's not very good. I relented and tasted it. I did not like. There was some other on-tap beer that was much better. The place was friendly and fun and comfy on couches. The chairs were not comfy. So, I won't be going back but I applaud the effort at this place. I think the rent must be insane? Too bad since I won't be returning to help pay it. I did think the food was tasty! Sorry, guys. read more

Hermanito - HH Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My resty spidey senses are usually good, but not that day. Was in the mood for sashimi or Mexican, so I was happy to find fusion. Hermanito had a cozy warm look, but the warmth turned quickly when we got there. From the get go our server was like ice. Throughout I felt her agitation, until it was bill time. Only two other tables were occupied so they weren't busy. I thought at least the food should be good...I'll ignore the attitude. After all, it was my birthday with a good friend. Food & drink. The good: Presentation was great. Took pics even. Hamachi appetizer was fresh with the usual yuzu type dressing. From my fish taco plate, the only memorable item was a side of a tomato based soup that had a depth of flavor. The lavender marg was delish, and the friendly mixologist shared how to get the pretty hue. The bad: Everything else was flavor-less. No exaggeration since I lean towards lighter seasoning. The fish tasted like it had only one spice, cayenne maybe, otherwise it was just holding texture. The tortilla felt almost soggy, and not due to any sauce nor drippings. My friend's sizable salad was very bland with what seemed like only an olive oil toss. No tang, salt, nothing. Her chicken addition had flavor (yay) but was on the dry side. Considering the high reviews and skill in presentation, Hermanito was a surprising let down. It was like spotting an awesome alpaca sweater, but once I got it, wore like 100% acrylic. read more

Hermanito - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They have a great happy hour!! The prices are pretty reasonable and the food is delicious. Our waiter checked in on us several times and all of our dishes came out quickly. 10/10 recommend for happy hour! read more

Hermanito - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is one of my favorite restaurants and I hate to leave this review but it's well deserved. My girlfriend's and I come here all the time, it's a girls night staple. We arrive and we are told immediately that all of our favorite items are unavailable due to a big party ordering the max of those specific items. Our waiter supplemented with free shots of tequila but that didn't change the fact that we went there for specific items. Our reservation was at 8:30pm and we were told that last call for food and drinks was 9:30. Hermanito closes at midnight so we thought it was a bit odd. We then asked, why is the restaurant closing 2 hours early and there was no real answer. The server started stuttering and started saying random things that didn't make sense. It came off as if the staff just wanted to leave. As showed, we spent over $200 and the overall experienced sucked. The fact that we had to rush and eat our food because the staff wanted to go home is ridiculous. When I called and asked what time they closed, they said midnight. To turn on the lights and tell us they are closed is by far the worst experience we've had in a very long time. read more

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A classy spot for elevated Mexican cuisine. We sat on the outdoor patio on a beautiful day and enjoyed attentive, friendly service during lunch. The fish and chicken tacos were packed with bold, vibrant flavors and served on fresh flour tortillas, truly delicious. Each plate came with a flavorful tortilla soup that was a pleasant surprise. Their craft drinks are unique and well worth trying. Highly recommend for a relaxed yet refined dining experience. read more

Hermanito - Fish taco combo - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Tried Hermanito for brunch on a Sunday. Plenty of seating, quick and great service. The food was really good, tried the Churro waffle and the eggs Benedict, both were really good! I would definitely come back for brunch. This place is pricey, with some things being overpriced imo, but would recommend trying at least once. read more

Hermanito - Waffle - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

2023 LA. Dinner and cocktails review. (Highlight) Avocado Fries panko togarashi | chipotle dip Oysters Kumamoto | Hood Canal | Naked Cowboy | serrano-cucumber mignonette | habanero cocktail sauce | lemon (Highlight) Camarones Grandes butter basted black tiger shrimp | ajo | chipotle romesco sauce | scallions | lemon Pollo Chicharron roasted jalapeno & scallion aioli | carrot-habanero hot sauce Pollo Karaage Taco fried chicken | chipotle aioli | slaw | pickled shishito Birria guerrero style braised beef | queso chihuahua | cilantro | onion | consommé + Cocktails Overall, "I'm a fan." read more

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Went here a couple weekends ago with my girlfriend. I really wanted to give this place a good review, it's a really cute spot tucked in one of my favorite neighborhoods to eat in with plenty of comfortable outdoor seating. We sat at the bar in the main dining room where the bartender made us amazing margaritas. Unfortunately, someone who introduced themselves as the manager came up to the two of us and kept hitting on me and my friend. He kept offering to give us tequila shots and it seemed like he might have had a few himself beforehand. Maybe this would've been a plus when I was younger, but it was kind of off putting an a little uncomfortable as he didn't seem to take the hint to stop bothering us. It's a shame too, the drinks were great and the tacos were fantastic, although a little on the pricey side (maybe the shots would've made up for the $22 beef tacos) and the rest of the staff seemed lovely, but the whole thing left a bad taste in my mouth and I don't think I'll be returning any time soon. read more

I looove this place and the staff!! So much so that I almost didn't want to write this review! Haha I came here on a Monday night and it was POPPIN! Ambiance here is fun and welcoming. The patio and space is beautiful. Tres leches cake looked so amazing and tasted even better. We got the lychee fix and margarita--both of which were delish and strong enough to get me buzzed halfway through the drink. (Keep in mind I am small). The best part of the night was definitely the staff. Holden holdin' it down and Elias, the most fun and welcoming manager. Gotta shout out Jose and Lorenzo too! These guys really made our night. Will definitely be coming back regularly! read more

Hermanito - Tres Leches, Lychee Fix, Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Okay here's the rundown: I was actually so excited to try this spot. And after visiting Hermanito I would not return for any menu item besides a cocktail. We came as a walk in on Friday at 7 and the atmosphere remains me a lot of belles beach house in Venice. This place was not crowded whatsoever and the kind host promptly seated us in the outdoor patio. We ordered the golden hour cocktail which was very fresh and sweet. Things took a bad turn when the entrees came. The birria tacos were a let down. $22 for 2 small mediocre tacos is a rip off full stop. The tortilla shells were soggy but the beef was decently seasoned. The tempura asparagus was somewhat adequate but again, soggy. Lastly the pork was dry and lacked flavor. Additionally our waiter disappeared for 20 minutes and we had to flag down a busser to pay our check. Overall, you're not missing anything with place. I would not return for anything else other than a cocktail read more

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Great ambiance, very cute! They make good drinks. I liked their birria tacos and they have a very creative menu

Great food and atmosphere Definitely would love to go back again! Definitely easy to reserve a table and fun menu. read more

Hermanito - Cocktails were delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very cute place on Sawtelle. Menu is digital only and at times difficult to navigate. Wait staff is great and fun ambiance. Drinks are good but the drinks with ice are over iced and make it difficult to drink and frequently watered down. For example my photos show a Japanese Old Fashioned which is nothing like the photo on the site. Buneleos for dessert we're amazing and the Fish Stix we're very tasty. Ultimately this should be considered as a great place to grab some drinks with friends or a date and to have small plates. Would return! read more

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This was actually my second time at Hermanito and I have to say I was impressed. I had been before for happy hour which had some good deals but my shrimp tacos were disappointing. This time I was blown away by the food specifically the churro waffle and the camarones and grits. The waffle was a good treat but not overly sweet. The shrimp and grits were super decadent and rich but extremely flavorful. Our server was really attentive and recommended some great drinks as well as dishes. We sat outside and even though it was chilly the heat lamps kept us warm. Overall, I'm happy and would recommend Hermanito for brunch. read more

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I was there at Hermanito last night and ordered the pollo tacos- woke up at 4am with salmonella posing, after talking with my doctor confirming. thank goodness I only ended up eating one because I think this could have been so much worse. I took home the left overs as well and looking in the chicken parts were clearly under cooked. Other than my terrible food experience, the vibes inside were good and drinks were tasty. The service staff was super nice just very very slow read more

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We had a company group lunch here yesterday. There were 6 of us. The restaurant is a cool, stand-alone Spanish style building with a bar/restaurant type of layout inside with a pretty large (by LA standards) outdoor patio dining area. The service was very good. I didn't know what to expect in terms of food. Not often you see a Mexican/Japanese fusion restaurant. Most of the menu seemed to be more Mexican themed with bits of Japanese elements thrown in. Our table shared the guacamole/chips as an appetizer. 4/5. The guac was good, as were the chips (which had a bit of dry spices sprinkled on them). The portions size for the guac and salsa are pretty small. I ordered the Chipotle Octopus tacos - 4.5/5 - each plate comes with 2 tacos. My associate ordered the Spicy Pescado tacos - 4.5/5, and we decided to share so we can have one of each. I thought both were very good. Each was very flavorful and the the proteins were cooked perfectly in each one. One of our co-workers could not make it so we had ordered the Poblano Rajas tacos as take-out. Unfortunately, she said they were terrible and only took one bite. I did not try them so can only relate the story. I would welcome eating here again. I also think it would be a great spot for happy hour, as a lot of their tacos as basically almost half off and the setting is cool enough to have a drink or two. read more

Great ambiance, their outdoor patio is gorgeous and cozy. They've got a fireplace, a herb tower, and other fun quirky decor! The food was really good as well, I ordered the chicken bowl, and it tasted very freshly made, the ingredients felt high quality, and the flavors were well balanced! The guacamole and chips were delicious and freshly made. The tres leches cake was a great share for the table! This is also a popular tequila/mezcal bar, so of course we had to try out their cocktails, and the margaritas were divine! Very well made! Our server was attentive and helped out very well. Overall, I highly recommend this place! read more

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Came here 09/06 evening. The atmosphere here is very aesthetic, and the food runners and host were friendly. Unfortunately our experience with service was disappointing. Our waitress was inattentive. After taking our drink orders, it took 20 minutes before she returned to take our food order. Once placed, dishes came out slowly and one by one. We even received a second refill of our appetizer chips before a simple salad arrived, which shouldn't take long to prepare. When it came time to pay, she handed us the card reader but then yanked it out of my partner's hand as soon as the transaction was complete in a way that felt rushed and aggressive. It left a very negative impression, to the point that we regretted having to tip at all. What seemed to be the manager was also present but came across as distant and disengaged while walking the floor, which did not help the atmosphere of hospitality. read more

Great service. Beautiful restaurant interior and outdoor seating. Nice bar. Great food Calamari--had a nice spice and crisp to it. Would order again Spicy fish tacos-- tasted fresh and delicious. A little spicy for my liking but husband liked that Flautas-- very satisfying with the soft interior and crispy exterior Birria tacos-- my favorite of what we ordered. Crispy thin tacos with just the right amount of meat and cheese inside and great accoutrement Will definitely be back to try other menu items read more

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Really yummy meal today! Great ambience, great cocktails. Our fav was the Paloma. Highlights were the autumn squash tempura and the sashimi, birria tacos were very yummy too. The only thing we were pretty meh on were grilled shrimp tacos. But the service was wonderful and orders were very prompt coming out - would return! :) read more

I had a negative experience here during Covid but didnt share since I was trying not to post anything negative during Covid. But today I realized they are just not nice. During Covid they did a triple T cinco de Mayo promotion with tacos, tecate, and toilet paper. After waiting a ridiculous amount of time after my pick up order time they finally gave me my order. I rushed home for a zoom work commitment and realized they forgot the beer and the tp. The tacos were not good. Overly aggressive flavors like super sweet sauces and vinegar and overcooked meat. I called them and they said they would get back to me on the missing items and they didn't. They posted an apology on their IG about being overwhelmed and said to DM them about any issues and they would make it up. This was just a fake PR stunt as they ignored my DM and never called me back. I wasn't going to post anything since it was covid but they are doing really well now. So today I watched one of their employees sweep the wet leaves from the road -weird given it wasn't the sidewalk but the road where cars park - into a pile and just left all the crap in front of Killer Noodle. Seems like a completely unnecessary dick move. Do they have beef with their neighbor? read more

This place is a little bit on the pricey side but worth every dollar. Love the spicy Margs here, the best I've ever had. The hamachi, guacamole, salsa are superior. Their chips are delicious too. The ambiance is my favorite, super cute, dimmed lighting indoors and cute outdoor patio area,with great music always playing. The service is good. Side note: would skip out on the ribs. read more

Thought it was terrible. Mediocre food, wayyyyyyy too expensive and options are bizarre.

La neta saben a tacos de casa: tortilla suavecita, carne jugosa, salsa fresca, cebollita con cilantro y un poco de aguacate con nopal. Igual que los que te echas en un puestecito en las calles de la Ciudad de México read more

Nice spot to grab brunch with friends. They have a wide variety of brunch items. I had the breakfast burrito (part of their secret menu) with chorizo. Must say it was very tasty, filled with lots of chorizo, eggs, salsa, tater tots and cheese. Our server was very kind and checked in on us to make sure everything was great! Will definitely return when we visit Sawtelle again. read more

Hermanito - Breakfast burrito - Mexican Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our son lives walking distance from this place and loves it. We had our family dinner and boy we were all so impressed. Everything was delicious and unique and extremely fresh. I think we ordered everything and made our own tapas. We absolutely loved the food and drinks definitely worth coming back. read more

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Hermanito was a great experience. It was our first time, and the service was excellent. Avocado fries and salmon tacos were unbelievably good. The craft drinks were perfect. Definitely coming back! read more

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We came here for brunch for the first time and we were blown away! The food is amazing! I'm not a big Waffle person but I'd eat those again any day of the week! chilaquiles is unreal, my favorite chilaquiles I've ever had. steak & eggs was seasoned and cooked perfectly, the bread on the side is done just right. We had such a good time after walking around the neighborhood we came back for few drinks and the ambiance was completely different but in a good way! They've done a beautiful job with decoration. Drinks were great, birria tacos are perfect happy hour snack. Margaritas are great! Last but not least, service is great! Everyone is super helpful and friendly. Can't wait to come back for dinner read more

It's a nice place and the drinks were great. The only caveat is that inside it was super loud and warm and the outside was even worse! They had multiple heat lamps at full heat in October - my friends and I were sweating. The staff were kind of enough to turn the one near us off (yay). read more

We came here on a Tuesday evening so it was not crowded at all. We got steamed fairly quickly. The restaurant was dimly lit but enough lighting for convening and sharing a meal. My friend has been here a couple of times so he did most of the ordering with some suggestions from our waiter. We had the following: - Avocado fries - Fish fries - Carnitas tacos - Octopus tacos - Pork belly tacos (on the house) - Sticky ribs - Bunnuelos - Cinnamon ice cream - Lychee Fix cocktail Overall, the meal was delicious! To start off, the service was amazing. The waiter really took care of us and made sure we enjoyed our meal with his recommendations and even went above and beyond to bring us a new dish for us to try. I really like the carnitas tacos the most. It was juicy with that crispy bits of chicharrones on top. The sticky ribs were also a hit and I would definitely get that again. I will say if you don't usually get desserts but happen to be here, I suggest getting the Bunnuelos with the cinnamon ice cream. That combination, recommended by our waiter, was delicious! I was pleasantly surprised by the fish fries. I didn't think it was actually little fishes. It came with this light soy / tangy sauce which paired really well together. The avocado fries were good too but wasn't really the star of the show. I think the octopus tacos were good but I would be okay if I didn't have it again. As for the pork belly tacos, it was good but I could've done without the Brussels sprouts. read more

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Gem. This place is a TRUE gem! It's in the very busy area of Japan Town but so worth driving around and finding parking for. First of all, let's start with the decor- SO CUTE! I abso loved the relaxed coastal design of the interior, very chill, boho chic, just my style! Literally fell in love with the smooth wood and earthy textures from the floors to the walls the moment I walked in. There's 2 bar areas, and interior section to dine and a DJ booth tucked away in the corner. Even the bathroom was cool, super clean and all tiled with square cut-outs in the wall with a beautiful tiny stained glass window (see photos). I was there during the afternoon, luckily it wasn't very busy but I was told they get REALLY slammed during certain hours. They have 4 (YES FOUR!) different places to dine outside. During busy hours are when you'll find all 4 open however during slower hours, only the 2 front patios, as well as interior are open. They allow doggies on the patio, where quite a few peeps had their furry friends with them (I brought my pooch too). Our waiter Jose was awesome, suuuuuuper friendly, very chill and was really sweet for offering to bring my little dog a bowl of water. Thanks Jose! They don't have paper menus, you simply order by scanning the QR code on the drink coaster on the table. It opens up on your phone and viola! Zee menu! We ordered Chicken Wings, Fish Taco, Chicken Taco (not the "official names" on the menu) as well as a watermelon, passion fruit, vodka drink - SOOOO GOOD! As well as a bourbon drink of some sort, I didn't try it but my friend really liked it so, I'll just assume it was fab :) The chicken wings were in a citrus, garlic sauce that was tart with a hint of sweetness and a bit of garlic and spice. Super yummy! Both the fish tacos and the chicken tacos had such distinct delicious flavor, I could have eaten 5 of each. Literally. I don't play when I eat- I can put it down and gladly would have, both tacos were definitely the bomb.com. Since I like my food spicy, I asked for extra fuego and the sauce Jose brought was FIRE. Literally had my nose running. Not cute but, facts, lol. It's officially my new fav hot sauce (see photos), and this place is one of my new fav neighborhood joints. I will defffffffinitely be back during busy hour to check the vibe. Great food, great service, welcoming decor, I love this place! read more

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I love their Japanese whiskey and chicken tacos ! Nice and very chill vibes they also deep fried their tacos it seems like, and it's just so good. I was so full and had to bring it home . I forgot which drink I got but their Japanese whiskey citrusy is really good and strong, highly recommend read more

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