Moy's Restaurant

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My first time trying this place. When I crave Chinese I want it a particular way. They don't have a menu or website linked so I had to rely on UberEats and the descriptions about the food is very misleading! The sweet and sour chicken says deep fried however, it is NOT, which is what I was wanting. The chicken is very lightly breaded with no fried crunch or taste. It's actually just plain chicken sitting in the sauce. I open my steamed rice and right on top is a gnat, which is unfortunate for $18. The sauce tastes exactly how I'd want it however the chicken and rice is just not up to par description wise.

Ness S.

I'm updating my review. It's been a long time since i had last been to Moy's. The overall experience was much better than in previous visits. For lunch I ordered the bbq pork and duck. The bbq pork was very tasty and the duck was melt in the mouth good. The ambience is as always. It's basically a no frills restaurant and that is fine. The service was better than before.

Adam G.

There's no better way to kick off an at-home date night than getting some take out Chinese. We chose Moy's over a couple other places mainly because of location. The order was ready right when we got there and the staff was super friendly. However, the food itself was a huge disappointment. It literally lacked any sort of flavor. This was baffling. It tasted soggy and only like the cooking oil that was on it. No garlic, no spices, no soy sauce, nothing. All three things we tried ended up being the same -- extremely bland.

Gwen W.

I ate at Moy's something like 20-22 years ago because my now brother and law picked it for a family gathering. Fast forward, and he picked this Chinese restaurant for Mother's Day. I'm not positive what I got the first time eating at Moy's, but I do remember not liking the food. Obviously, I was weary that anything would be different this second time around, but since it was in lieu of my mother's special day, I agreed to go. The menu is pretty Americanized. There are some dishes that aren't at, say, Mark Pi's, but still more Chinese-American fare as a whole. I wasn't able to get my first choice, Duck Bao Buns, because they are a pre-order item: the duck dishes here are cooked to order, so they need fair warning (ordered at least an hour ahead of time) to prepare. Their Orange Chicken was my second choice. I also got an order of Crab Rangoon to try. The Crab Rangoon was really good. A healthy portion of the cream cheese mixture, and the fried wonton wrapping was crispy and lite. I like how their sauces are in tiny squirt bottles so I can easily get more on my food if desired. My Orange Chicken was fantastic. Wok pan fried so the flavorful orange sauce lightly Caramelized to the juicy chicken pieces, which was a lot of protein, btw. Loved the plating of the thin slices of orange around the outside. The thin caramelized julienned orange peel cooked in with the dish was an awesome touch. The sauce had nice even orange flavor, but not too much to make it sickening sweet. I would definitely get this dish again. Price for quantity is good. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'll definitely be back next year (2023), as my brother-n-law always makes reservations here for Borge mothers on Mother's Day. I didn't go this year, as I forgot how much I enjoyed it last year. Mental note, Gwen!

Abby L.

Every dish is cooked with love and you can tell. If you are looking for homemade food and service that reminds you of being served by loved ones, try this place. Everything is good and the portions are large

Sarah S.

Always amazing service from Mrs Moy she always makes me smile! And as always amazing food with good quality ingredients! (Get the crab rangoon!)

Kimberly D.

Located right across the OSU campus, Moy's Restaurant offers authentic Chinese food with big flavor. It's a family-owned business, and a Columbus staple. The inside of the restaurant isn't very big, but they have tables that accommodate both small and large parties. The service was fast, and I loved EVERYTHING that came out of the kitchen. The food was DELICIOUS!! My table shared: - Duck skin bao buns: crispy duck skin, which you put inside fluffy white bao buns, plus hoisin sauce. The duck skin was crispy but not dry, and not greasy at all. - Mango shrimp: This was my favorite dish out of everything. The shrimp is lightly fried and sauced to perfection. It's not overly sweet by the fruit, but you get a mix of sweet, sour, and everything yummy. - Veggie Lomein: solid noodle dish with lots of veggies mixed in. - Sizzling beef: The meat is sliced, stuffed with green peppers, and served on a sizzling hot skillet. The meat is tender and perfectly grilled. - General Tso Chicken: a classic Chinese dish, but without any heavy greasiness. Although I was only visiting Colombus for a weekend, Moy's served up an amazing meal to remember!

餐厅的味道不错，但服务体验真的需要提升。比如米饭的份量太少，吃完了只有半饱。要求加米饭时被告知必须等吃完才能再加，而且最后加米饭还额外收费2刀，感觉很不方便。还有，向她们要两张纸巾只给我一张，显得有些小气。多用一张纸放桌上还被说过浪费。另外，有一次在餐厅厕所不小心摔倒，才弄脏了一点，结果却被抱怨，感觉有些不被尊重。虽然这些是小细节，但确实影响了整体的用餐体验。希望餐厅在保持美味的基础上，能够更关注顾客的舒适感。The restaurant tastes good, but the service experience really needs to be improved. For example, the rice portion is too small, and I was only half full after eating it. When I asked for more rice, I was told that I had to wait until I finished eating before I could get more, and at the end, I was charged an extra $2 for more rice, which was very inconvenient. Also, I asked for two tissues and they only gave me one, which seemed a bit stingy. I was told that it was a waste to put an extra paper on the table. In addition, I accidentally fell in the restaurant toilet once and only got it a little dirty, but I was complained about, which made me feel a little disrespected. Although these are small details, they do affect the overall dining experience. I hope that the restaurant can pay more attention to the comfort of customers while maintaining the deliciousness.

Garrett L.

Moy's is one of the best, if not THE BEST, Chinese restaurants in Columbus. Let alone near OSU's campus. Mrs. Moy is wonderful and takes pride in getting to know her customers and really elevates the experience to a different level. I had the hunan chicken which was nice and spicy and only took a few minutes to get for take out. I will definitely be back to try something else on their expansive menu!

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Ted C.

10 years ago

Probably the best Chinese restaurant in town, a true gem in the campus area. Awesome ingredients and great authentic flavors.

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Dave A.

10 years ago

Super service. Saw we had kids and kicked food out super fast! Awesome pork dumplings/wontons!

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Susan H.

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The best Chinese food in the OSU campus area by far. Family owned, clean, tasty. You know it is a good sign when you walk into an Asian restaurant and you're the only non Asian people in the place. And it was packed on a Thursday night at 8pm. If you are at OSU and eat at any other Chinese place you have missed out. read more

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Brittany M.

11 years ago

My husband loves this place, so I was happy to give it a try (three times). The first two times the food was just ok, nothing special. The atmosphere and the owner are a bit to be desired. I felt like I had to walk on eggshells communicating with her for fear that she would scold me like a small child. It's also very quiet, which I also found to be awkward. The last time we ordered from the will be my last time. The sesame chicken was just gross. Instead of the delicious sauce that I'm used to from other places, this one was swimming in a thick, bbq-like topping. Oh, it was so bad. The chicken in some spots was completely dry (apparently it's bbq companion could not help the dryness). I was so unimpressed, I didn't even finish-that's saying something as their portions are not big, and I love sesame chicken. Not worth the price. Not worth the wait. Not worth another chance. read more

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Carin W.

10 years ago

I have been going to Moys for two decades. Berlina and family run a great operation and it is always delicious! Some of my favorites: Peking Duck (preorder req'd), chicken black bean noodles, egg pancake with shrimp, mustard greens and pork, sweet sugar glazed shrimp and broccoli (amazing!!) Singapore noodles...all so good! read more

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Ben H.

12 years ago

Moy's: Unless you're looking for it you might just pass it up. As far as campus food goes, it is much higher quality than the other greasy chinese take out places around. I had the general tso's chicken with hot and sour soup--pretty good! Layout wise it's very tiny inside, which means there aren't many places to sit. Additionally, when it gets busy and the door opens continuously, the room gets freezing from the cold air outside. But still, if I'm ever on campus this is where I'll choose to eat because it's delicious. read more

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Anando S.

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Good chinese place. Has the typical 'chinese american' food. The owner was quite loud and actually demanded a tip even before I could get my credit card out. Average interiors but value for money. read more

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Laryn C.

15 years ago

Quaint atmosphere, delicious food, down-to-earth staff, just a bit pricey. A great place for lunch or a dinner date. AND it's right next to Buckeye Donuts so you can swing by and get an apple fritter afterwards. Duh. read more

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Steve S.

9 years ago

Very disappointed. I figured since it was a family owned place it would be the best. The owner was extremely friendly though!

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James S.

12 years ago

I agree that they are rude to Chinese customers and i experienced it. And their peking duck is not even done the right way. Yes they can fool some people. Definitely not a place for Chinese people. read more

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Buzz B.

10 years ago

Best Chinese ever drove from Wisconsin just to get it hot and sour soap is always amazing same with the sesame chicken and same with mango shrimp read more

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Aaron C.

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I love this place, I been here a few times and each time the food was on par same taste, quality, and experience. This is not your typical chinese restaurant. I normally get the general tao's chicken since I like a punch with my food. And the chicken they give you actually looks like chicken you would recognize. And yes they do give a lot of sauce, actually it's not enough for me lol, I like to take it and mix it in with the rice read more

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Sheren H.

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18 years ago

love the bbq pork + soy sauce chicken over rice. yummy rainbow beancurd and fried rice. service may sometimes be unpleasant. so each time i walked in..i'd be a bit anxious. not sure what to expect, teehee. oh, the fortune cookies are great too. they're just the right crispiness. i bought 20 of them to go. that's how good they were. ps. this review is based on my years in osu...class of 99. read more

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Adele D.

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I LOVE MOY'S! They serve lots of real,traditional chinese food like stuffed bean curd (I wanted to try it,but it had frish in it). The service is amazing and they made the best veggie egg roll i've ever had. If I lived closer to cols I'd definately eat here regualarly. read more

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Maribeth B.

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Amazing food. I've known the owner for years, I came in after many years and she remembered me!! She asked about my family and my life, I couldn't believe that she remembered me from all those years ago. The portion sizes are great, lots of food!! read more

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Eric P.

13 years ago

Moy's is hands downs the best Chinese restaurant I have ever been to and is always high on my list of places to visit when I go back to Columbus. To put it bluntly, Moy's ruined other Chinese restaurants for me. Since graduating, I have moved to Washington, DC and the appalling lack of anything remotely approximating Moy's has been something I've had to deal with for over three years. The only down side is the wait time for food, but given that they cook everything to order, that was never anything that concerned me. I always found the owner to be fantastic. She's chatty and very nice. Once I became something of a regular she would always give me a free bowl of soup when I came in to sit down. In the winter that was upgraded to a pot of mint tea along with the soup...even when I was getting take out. My wife and I went back a year or so ago and she instantly recognized us and sat us down to talk about life after Ohio State. Long story short, I love Moy's. Easily in my top five restaurants. read more

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Drew S.

7 years ago

The owner is absolutely, without a doubt, the sweetest woman on the entire planet. Every time I've been there with friends she laughs with us and makes us feel at home. The first time I was there with 5 other friends, and the waiting staff literally walked over to Buckeye Donuts and bought us a half dozen donuts for us to just have. The food is absolutely fantastic (definitely try the Sesame Chicken), and the hospitality shown by the woman in charge is unparalleled to anything I've ever experienced. I honestly wish I could give more than 5 stars, because this place definitely deserves it. read more

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Wenfan C.

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A very quality and authentic Chinese restaurant near campus. Loved their Peking Roasted Duck and various sides with it. But be aware that you need to reserve for Roasted Duck one day in advance. read more

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Jeffrey J.

9 years ago

Their food tastes terrible and service is one of the worst restaurants I've ever been.

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Amy C.

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16 years ago

This would be one of those mom and pop chinese restaurants, which are always my favorite! Probably one of best in Columbus, where I ordered off menu and loved the food for its taste and authenticity, so I can say that it's the real deal. I'm not sure how the food would be on menu though. As with any mom and pop chinese restaurant, don't expect fantastic ambience and decor...just come here for the food! read more

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Sarah C.

14 years ago

You can have the most delicious bowl of wanton noodle soup here! Put some spicy red pepper oil sauce on top of the noodle, and it will taste even more delicious! read more

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Jo K.

17 years ago

Fabulous restaurant. It's a hole in the wall place that I didn't even know was a restaurant until a couple of years ago. The lunch portions are a great deal. The owner is extremely friendly and the food is fabulous. Try their General Tso's tofu and (vegetarian) egg drop soup. I agree with other reviewers that there aren't that many tables, but I usually get mine to go. I think it's the best Chinese in Columbus, and some of the best I've had. read more

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Amy S.

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11 years ago

The place is like a hole in the wall authentic chinese restaurant. The menu is enormous. You could try different options every-time you go. The service is super fast. Quantity of the food is generous. One of the best places you could go when you're super duper hungry and want something delicious and fast! Borderline overpriced, but worth it! read more

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Megan F.

9 years ago

Best Chinese food not only on campus by literally anywhere!! My friend took me there once and I will not go anywhere else for Chinese now. Such great service. Amazing food (anything you get will be fantastic). For sure check it out! My friends and I loveeeeeeee this place. read more

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Suzanne N.

14 years ago

Awesome Chinese food and great customer service! Will be back.

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Keith W.

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20 years ago

Great little restaurant, love the feel of a family run business. I found the food to be very good, almost like it was homemade. If your on campus makes a great lunch read more

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Ashley B.

11 years ago

Our family favorite for quality and delicious Chinese food. Crowd favorites are their string bean chicken and Hunan chicken.

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Ruiqi Y.

8 years ago

My favorite Chinese restaurant! Great service and food! Strongly recommend to try eggplant pot and curry beef. Milk tea tastes good, except a little too sweet. read more

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Scott B.

15 years ago

Love the unassuming place, the bouyant and helpful Mrs. Moy, and have enjoyed all but one dish I've tried - and that was a question of preference not quality. I've enjoyed quick lunches, carry out, dinners, and feasts at this little gem. The dishes and sauces are more complex than others in the area. Ask for their guidance and give them a day or two to prepare a feast and they will wow you. read more

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Collin M.

14 years ago

Ok, only my 2nd 5 star... Moy's is by far my favorite Chinese restaurant in Columbus. I think the key is the quality of the chicken / beef they use. It tastes far more succulent and tender than your average take out fare. Anything fried (General Tso's, Sesame, etc.) STAYS crispy after they toss it in it's applicable sauce. And, a rarity in Columbus, they have Chinese-style BBQ roast pork. Pork is my favorite protein. This is my favorite pork. My standby is the shrimp ball and above-mentioned roast pork and noodle soup - if it's cold and snowy / rainy, this is tough meal to beat. The roast duck is equally delicious, and somehow, their fried rice transcends the norm. You can order in different spice levels, and you get the soup of the day if dining in. Be sure to dump in plenty of the chili sauce if you like spicy food. It can get busy during lunch on campus, but if you get in good w/ Mrs. Moy, she'll usually save you seat if you give her a heads up. She also remembers your order, which makes me feel like a big shot. And if you're lucky, she'll give one of those weird almond candy things along with your fortune cookie. read more

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Allison B.

11 years ago

Not the best Chinese food in Columbus, but solid. Food can be a little over-sauced or greasy, but generally tasty and a huge portion for cheap if you get the lunch specials. I like the General Tsao tofu, mapo tofu, mala string bean, and the curry. Some might find Mrs. Moy abrasive, but I think she is hilarious and she will remember you if you make repeat visits. $10 credit card minimum. read more

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Kim K.

11 years ago

The owner is so sweet, the service is always superb. We came back to satisfy our craving of good Chinese food. Many of Moy's customers have been coming here for years..and I see why! This time we got: Beef lo mein Vegetable lo mein Chicken with bell peppers and onions I have been here multiple times, and it is consistently amazing. The meat is good quality, and always perfectly cooked. Each dish has its own unique flavors, without too much oil. My fiance and I will continue to keep coming back here! 5 stars still stands!! read more

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Matt H.

10 years ago

I am honestly shocked that this place only has three and a half stars. This is the best Chinese food I have had in Columbus. I ordered General Tso's chicken and even though it is more expensive the quality and amount you get is well worth it. The crab rangoon was good but I wish it had more crab. The service was great and I can't wait to go back again. I wish this place wasn't on campus so I could find parking. read more

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Tianrun J.

9 years ago

Literally this is one of the best Chinese restaurant in Columbus. Although the price is a little bit high, it is still worthy.

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Slaphappy P.

13 years ago

Read a lot of reviews about this wonderful place, but they mostly centered on their American/Chinese dishes. I wouldn't know. What I DO know is that their real Chinese dishes are beyond compare! 8x out of 10 I end up getting their chicken/ salt cod/ eggplant hot pot. I wake up at night craving it, it is so good. Don't be put off...there is just enough salt cod to give a great umami flavor. The other dishes I've had are their squid with (home-made) pickled mustard, awesome, and when I have the need real chinese comfort food....the ma po dofu. It feels like being wrapped in a warm blanket! Besides all this, the staff is pleasant, but not cloying. Polite, shortly chatty, genuinely friendly but busy. read more

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Ariel M.

13 years ago

Orange chicken and pickle beef were incredible! Service was warm and helpful, and food came quickly. Will definitely be returning :)

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Daniele P.

10 years ago

Visiting OSU campus for the first time in about 17 years, my husband and I wanted to visit one of the few restaurants we used to enjoy that happens to still be around. We loved it years ago and had a wonderful late lunch there today. I had the minced pork and tofu and it was divine. My husband loved his roast pork and chicken and our son ate his entire plate (a rarity) of chicken lo mein. The server/owner was so welcoming and friendly. It is a small restaurant but very clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. Highly recommended for delicious Chinese food! read more

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Justin D.

14 years ago

Rice noodles with chicken or fish and green beans in a black bean sauce. Beef steak with black pepper sauce (served sizzling), wonton and shrimp dumpling noodle soup, Roast duck, pea pod leaves. It's the shizznit. read more

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Hillary D.

14 years ago

I've been here a few times...each time I'm hoping the food will be better but I am continually disappointed. The service is great though...that's really the only reason why I am giving it a few stars. If you want really good Chinese food, I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

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M M.

13 years ago

Best Orange Chicken - has orange peels and chili peppers. Adventurous? Try the jellyfish. Prices are higher but the quality and quantity make up for it. I prefer to order takeout as the atmosphere is sub-par for dates. read more

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1994 N High St
Columbus, OH 43201
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What time does Moy's Restaurant open?

Moy's Restaurant opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Moy's Restaurant opens at 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

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Moy's Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:30 AM - 8:00 PMSat-Sun 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Yes, Moy's Restaurant takes credit cards.

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Does Moy's Restaurant have catering options?

No, Moy's Restaurant does not have catering options.

Does Moy's Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, Moy's Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

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Does Moy's Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Moy's Restaurant has TVs.

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Does Moy's Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Moy's Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Moy's Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Moy's Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

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Yes, Moy's Restaurant has parking options. Street Parking

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Spectacular food. Chicken with green peppercorn is one of my favorite dishes in Columbus.read more

I arrived at noon and the parking lot was already pretty full for this very unassuming Chinese…read morerestaurant from the outside. There is plenty of free parking which is nice. When I walked in the atmosphere was great, I could smell good food and heard conversations. There's a large area with large round tables to right and to the left are booths and almost all of them were full. The menu was a mix of Americanized Chinese, traditional Chinese and included Dim Sum as well. There were a number of dishes we didn't know much about and there were dishes being enjoyed by other customers that looked delicious. The wait staff was more than happy to explain the dishes and/or show us on the menu what someone was eating. They took very good care of us and shared the tasks of bringing our food, filling water, and just checking in. Now the food. The food came out very quickly! We all received a well filled bowl of rice. First out was the string beans, perfectly cooked, not droopy, and the flavors of garlic and hot peppers. Even though the peppers were there the heat was not overpowering at all. Next was the shredded pork with garlic sauce. The textures of the pork and bamboo shoots were a nice contrast and the sauce was perfectly balanced and craveable. The special grilled lamb, I was told, was some of the best in the city. It was tender and well spiced. Even when he said he was full he just couldn't stop eating it. For the dim sum order we got the shrimp dumplings, soup dumplings, scallion pancake, and sesame balls and they brought a soy sauce and a chili oil with them. The shrimp dumplings were tender but the dough was pretty sticky. I think this is normal and they were tasty with some of the oil on them. The scallion pancakes were very thin and gummy, this is the only thing we ordered that I would not get again. The soup dumplings were very small but packed a lot of flavor. The dough did stick together a bit so unfortunately some of the soup did leak out. The sesame balls were the hit and we're just the right amount of sweetness that we considered them desert. They were large, at least 2" in size, with a wonderful sesame seed covered exterior and a soft, sweet center. Chuan Jiang Hao Zi is a wonderful somewhat hidden gem. If you want traditional Chinese cuisine including all the different offal they have it and I would totally try it here over anyone else if I was brave enough. Portions were a good size for the price. I highly recommend checking them out!

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Twice cooked spicy fish is the most go-to dish on the menu it's genuinely fantastic. I've really…read moreonly had the Szechuan style of dishes but all of them have been amazing. The place itself is modest and nice and the workers are chill af. Best for takeout as the food retains it's heat relatability nicely but dine in every once in a while.

Super authentic no frills eatery. Much like a spot you would find in New York or Chicago or San…read moreFrancisco. They have both "American Favorites " as well as very authentic dishes. Top 3 Chinese restaurants in Columbus for sure. Not much space to dine, so opt for take out but be assured the flavors will be epic! Highly recommend. I'm a professional chef and this place is one of all of my kitchen folk's favorites

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The food is very delicious, I loved the egg rolls especially! The staff is also very sweet and…read morequick with service, my pickup order was ready prior to the estimated time. I will definitely be back :)

The Spicy and Sour Tomato soup with hand pulled noodles is something I dream about. There are…read moreseveral vegetarian options, but I ordered this the first time I came here and I cannot bring myself to try anything else. I always add a soy marinaded egg and I can't imagine not doing so. I've tried both the thin and wide noodles and both have the most amazing texture. I've come with meat eaters and they enjoy it too. You order using a QR code at the table and the staff are attentive. The dining room is comfortable and medium sized and I've never had trouble finding a seat, though I do hear that sometimes business is bumping.

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Tomato&egg stirred noodles and Xixia stirred noodles

Tiger + Lily

Came here for a quick dinner before a show at A&R Music BarZ. Fast, casual service…read more Get the SZECHUAN NUMBING BEEF! It was absolutely wonderful and I can't stop thinking about it since going yesterday. Reminded me of Mapu Beef stew but with noodles instead of rice. Don't skip on the fried dumplings either! Both our servers were lovely. We enjoyed the window seating next to the sidewalk. It made for excellent people watching. A lovely experience overall.

Right downtown, Tiger+Lily is close by to the Palace Theater and works for pre-show dinner as it…read moredid for us on our first visit. Hip informal vib with ample but not big dining room. Quick and attentive service. We started with crispy dumplings (6), crispy egg rolls (2), and a scallion pancake. Bing, their crepe, wasn't available our night. My dining companions loved the pancake - for me perhaps a bit too much drizzled sauce. It was helpfully quartered when brought to the table so sharing was easy. The dumplings were indeed crispy and probably my favorite with a standard dark dipping sauce. The egg rolls were standard and perhaps a bit undersized and over fried, but a good creamy dipping sauce was a pivot away from the sweet chili sauce that usually accompanies such apps. Ramen is clearly the focus of the menu and three of us had ramen with chicken and one with pork. They spoke favorably of the broth and the combos of mushrooms, boiled egg, greens. I had the rice vermicelli with chicken that they called a salad. I was expecting the classic Vietnamese staple but this one had some adaptations, perhaps to a fusion or one might say less ethnic nod. Small things but the ample portion served in a small bowl made it hard to mix the rice noodles, lettuce, carrot, cucumber and chicken that is a common approach to the dish after drowning all the ingredients in both sweet sauce (nuoc cham), siracha and/or hoisin sauce. It only came with the nuoc cham. They brought Siracha when I asked for it, but I'm a fan of having these condiments on the table standard. Again, had the sense that the business lunch crowd that is probably the primary audience isn't likely to be as focused on the more authentic ingredients. The chicken was also not grilled and sliced but had a pleasant preparation. Just know it won't be the charred flavor that is so common. Finally, not to obsess on this one dish, but cutting the lettuce leaves more would enable easier chop sticks combos of the ingredients in single bites. Overall it worked for us. I am definitely the most focused on (my companions would say obsessed) on connection to what these dishes should be. If adaptations work well for you, Tiger+Lily likely will as well.

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Hunan King

4.2

(48 reviews)

6.0 mi

Really good Orange Chicken and pork fried rice! I love places with the old faded pictures of…read moreChinese food. It's usually a sign of great flavors to come. Food came out in about 10 minutes. I really liked the pork fried rice. Bean sprouts, charred pieces of onion and pork with that flavor that only comes from a seasoned wok and high heat. I also appreciate that there's seating. I was between work appointments and didn't feel like eating in my car. $10.50 including an egg roll. I'll be back!

Food would be alot better if they made sure it was actually fresh i got general tso's great taste…read morejust soggy as well as the orange chicken, I'm not quite sure it's orange chicken it tastes a little different. The service was ok I wouldn't go out my way to say the service is great ! Other than the chicken being soggy it had great taste.

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Orange chicken combination with pork fried rice and egg roll.

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Kung Fu Noodle

4.6

(93 reviews)

5.0 mi

Amazing noodles, these are the star of the show. Very friendly staff. Casual-ish dining but still…read morereally comfortable and fun decor. I love hand made noodles and the ones here are top notch.

We walked in on a Friday afternoon and the place was completely empty. The temperature was freezing…read moreso wear a cardigan or jacket. The server was prompt. We ordered hand pulled noodles with chicken and veggies. Pan fried and soup dumplings. The soup dumplings weren't very soupy but still delicious. I could have done without the pan fried dumplings but they tasted very fresh. I loved the hand pulled noodles, they had the perfect chewy bite.

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Lots of spacious seating!

7. Dan Dan Hand-Stretched Noodles

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Lei's Asian Bistro

And we are back again!!! The personalized service, food…read moreportion, and attention to detail when my water gets low (cuz I need a lot! lol) is everything. Don't come here looking for fine dining unrealistic expectations. It's great food with love from a family kitchen.

It's been a couple of years since I've been in Lei's Asian Bistro, my wife and I were meeting…read moreanother couple for dinner and they had never been here before. The restaurant is a family owned and operated restaurant. We met the young couple who owns it and had a nice conversation with both of them. The wife was actually our server, I tried the Hot and Spicy soup which was indeed spicy. I also had an excellent egg roll along with the spicy version of the Szechuan chicken and both were delicious. My wife passed on the appetizers and ordered the Seafood Delight which she said was delightful. It had a light, white sauce and was very flavorful. One of our friends had a chicken and rice stir fry and the other had Wor-Sur-Gai. Both of them enjoyed their meals. The food and service were excellent. We'll be back.

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General Tso's Chicken @ColumbusFoodDude

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Egg Drop Soup

Chilispot

This place came highly recommended based on reviews, and since I lived in China, I always look for…read moreauthentic restaurants. Unfortunately, this experience was quite disappointing. We ordered the dry pot lamb spine, but the portion was very small, and the lamb was extremely fatty to the point that it was barely edible, especially for $22.99. The shredded Potato was $12.99 and also a very small portion. The boiled fish was okay, but honestly the only dish we were truly satisfied with was the fried noodles we ordered for the kids. Overall, it was not what I hoped for, and I would not come back again.

It's been a little while since my last Chilispot visit and I'm happy to report it's just as good!…read more We came on a Friday early dinner and it wasn't busy at all - zero wait to be seated and very quiet. We were greeted and seated quickly and service was very friendly. As we were hungry, we took a mi Ute to decide what to order. We had planned on storm fish, but made a last minute decision to Sichuan sliced beef (we loveeee a numbing pepper!) with starts of egg roll and spicy wontons. Seriously those wontons are one of the best things in the whole city. They're SO good I could eat a few orders of those alone and be happy. Egg rolls are nice, but just a simple egg roll. Nicely crispy and tasty with the spicy mustard. The Sichuan sliced beef was the perfect thing for a chilly rainy dinner. We love spicy so I'm a bad judge of heat level, but this is spicy but a numbing spicy. Lovely spooned over steamed rice. The cabbage and bean sprouts were my favorite bits in this dish because they added a crunch. Might ask for extra next time!

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Wild Ginger

4.6

(130 reviews)

9.4 mi

Large parking lot and large seating area inside. We were seated quickly and service was good! The…read morefood was delicious and we appreciated that they could adjust the spice level. Would definitely go back!

Came by for lunch. Loved the food, we got their lunch special(so worth the $!) we had the tofu with…read moreginger soy sauce & chicken green curry. Both came with salad/miso soup and white/brown rice. We ate it so fast, both dishes were flavourful. Loved the tofu, it was fried to perfection! Service was good and quick. They got nice booths that's comfortable to sit in, lots of parking outside as well. Great lunch overall.

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Sushi bar

Honey Shrimp Roll and King Lobster Roll (10 Pieces)

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Chirashi

Blasian Grill

4.3

(32 reviews)

4.6 mi

I keep hearing good things about this, and I've been meaning to come for a while, but it's out of…read moremy way. Plus, I figured hibachi can take awhile, and I usually don't have a long time for lunch. Today I had a little more time, and I made a point to head over. It is a bit out of the commercial sprawl at the corner. Look for the food truck, that's the first thing I saw, and it helped me find where to turn in. I wasn't sure if there would be dine in, but there is, plenty of seating inside and out. Inside there are seats at the counter, plus booths, plus I think a couple tables. Menu is pretty basic: hibachi and a few sides. I got steak and chicken, with fried rice, and you pick two vegetables so I picked cabbage and bean sprouts. You get a Yum Yum sauce, and you can add others, but I didn't need them. And the sauce container they gave me was plenty big. The steak was tender and perfectly cooked, the chicken was tender and flavorful, cooked in a nice sauce. The fried rice was great. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. And it all came out in about five minutes. They had a steady stream of carry out customers, but they still got mine on the grill, apparently as soon as I ordered it. Fast and good, and competitively priced for hibachi. A big portion, but not a huge, two days' worth of leftovers portion. But I was stuffed and couldn't finish it all. When I saw the drink cooler with just water and a few juices, I figured I'd have to go with those, but they do have fountain drinks. And they actually have a pretty good variety, cola, diet cola, cream soda, blueberry, cherry I think, and a few others. Anyway, several pleasant surprises, the food lived up to its reputation, I was in and out fast, and for not a whole lot of money in this day and age. I will be back.

Worst 12 dollars I spent on food ,Nobody notified me when my food was done and had my food was…read moresitting for 10mins smh

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Double Egg Yolk Anyone!?

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Egg yolk

Kitchen Social

Amazing food, amazing service, and an amazing atmosphere!…read more 10/10 would recommend coming here if you haven't!

It's the consistency of quality of the foods and, friendly services that there was a wait on…read moreTuesday evening. Ordered Margarita Pizza, blackened chicken, Salmon salad, Thai Chicken Noodles, mushroom meat balls, and corn biscuits, along with drinks. Everything tasted fresh and scrumptious. Celebrated birthday and Denise and Amanda were wonderful host. Ambiance was loud but wonderful. Will go there again - soon.

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Veggie bowl

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CRÈME BRULEE FRENCH TOAST Brioche, Vermont syrup, almond brittle, seasonal berries, mascarpone cream.

Osaka Ton Katsu

4.7

(46 reviews)

3.1 mi

Definitely the standout meal from my trip to Columbus! We came in for dinner on a Friday night and…read morewere able to snag a counter seat in the small, tidy dining area. We ordered a #1 (chicken katsu with rice, sauce, miso soup, and pickles) and a #7 (pork katsu with rice and curry sauce). OH MY, were we delighted! Everything was absolutely scrumptious. Served fresh with a charming presentation. Flavorful, satisfying. We were raving about the meal all night long! Must go.

Pretty good spot for tonkatsu. Tastes freshly fried to order - hot and crispy. We liked the sets so…read moreyou could also have soup and pickled veggies. The sesame seeds on the side was a nice touch but after a minute of pounding away for crushed sesame, the seeds were still whole. The tonkatsu meat was not evenly made as some of the edges were overfried as compared to the well fried middle portions. The restaurant is smaller and self-serve. Pickup order and drop off trays when complete.

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TONKATSU TEISHOKU

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Ton Katsu Teishoku Set

Valters at the Maennerchor

Great place! We've been here a few times - both for breakfast and for dinner - and both are great!…read more Reuben was classic and solid. French onion soup had an amazing flavor. The Kasespatle was Mac and cheese for adults! This restaurant has a great vibe since it has the unique look of being an old house. Great outdoor patio and great service!

I think people sleep on Valters because it is tucked away and has been there forever…read more The food is delicious and well prepared. Kira our server was outstanding. She managed to deal with our crazy group of 8 quite well and kept the food and drinks coming. The restaurant is cozy and friendly and an overall great experience.

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Red sangria

Cento

4.5

(177 reviews)

3.7 mi

Firstly, this was mine and my new fiancé's first time ever coming here, and I can say that the…read moreoverall experience was nothing but incredible. Our server, Alex, was incredibly kind and helpful, but was also so incredibly down to earth. That alone made us feel so much more comfortable, and I truly appreciate that. Moving to the food, the peach burrata was exceptional! And the carbonara and bolognese were beyond tasty. Overall, this was one of the best meal experiences that u have ever had and I am so incredibly happy that we were able to celebrate our anniversary here (I proposed to her after dinner!) Thank you for the amazing experience, and I cannot wait for the next time we come back! We'll ask for Alex again lol

We had a wonderful experience! Our server, Allie, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about…read morethe menu. Her recommendations were spot on, and everything we ordered was delicious. We were celebrating a birthday, and she even offered to take pictures for us, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the occasion feel extra special. Ethan, our server assistant, was equally fantastic. He made sure our drinks were always full and kept the table cleared promptly, helping everything run smoothly throughout our meal. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was great, and the outstanding service from both Allie and Ethan truly made our visit memorable. We can't wait to come back!

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The Garden Terrazzo, heated in winter

Lemon Tart with whipped cream and raspberries

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Burrata with roasted tomatoes, pesto and extra virgin olive oil

The Brown Bag Deli

Found this place on Yelp while in German Village. Wanted a good deli sandwich to pack a lunch for…read moreexploring Greenlawn Cemetery. Busy little spot. Decent menu but not overwhelming. The wait was great for as busy as they were. Decent seating inside and out but a lot were to go orders I ordered the #7 The Village Addiction $13.00 smoked turkey, havarti, cranberry mayonnaise served grilled on sour dough. The cranberry mayo was a great addition to the sandwich tangy and refreshing. They have plenty of salads as well but I opted for the Curry Cauliflower. Well spiced, slight heat, but delicious Service was friendly and welcoming. Good value and a refreshing change from fast food restaurants

This is such an adorable small business, where the atmosphere is always full of warm energy. I love…read moregrabbing a quick and easy lunch pickup order and enjoying a delicious and generously sized sandwich! I specifically love the club sandwich and the chicken salad! This is in a great location for downtown and German Village workers, and I absolutely recommend stopping in to pickup a nice meal as a middle of the week reward!

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义龙

2 years ago

If you're going just for the food, this place is perfect. I especially love the duck. However, my experiences there have been far from pleasant. One time, I went there after jogging and only brought one credit card. Unfortunately, they didn't accept it and blamed me for not reading the payment information near the counter before dining in. They insisted I bring another card to pay the bill and kept my ID card until I returned. This was extremely humiliating. I've never had such an experience at any other restaurant. I understand that some places accept limited credit cards, but holding onto a customer's belongings and making them return is completely unacceptable. Even if they had allowed me to pay the next day, I would have been happy to go back and have dinner there again, but they didn't. On another occasion, I went there with a group. They messed up the bill, causing someone in my group to pay less. They persuaded me to cover the extra amount and settle with my friend personally, even though my friend was willing to pay the difference. They seemed upset at the idea of processing another transaction. These experiences have made me reluctant to return, despite the excellent food. read more

Gina M.

Elite 20

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1540

11 years ago

This is the epitome of a hole in the wall restaurant. In my 4 years on campus, I never knew it was there. My boyfriend swears it's the best Chinese food around campus, so I decided to give it a try. At $10-$15 an entree, it is a little overpriced for the college crowd, and while it was definitely better quality food than No. 1 Chinese (RIP) it wasn't the greatest Chinese food I've ever had. My favorite part about eating Chinese food is getting to take home lots of leftovers, but the portion sizes here weren't even big enough for me to do that. The other weird thing was the staff were taking 'breaks' in the middle of the restaurant to watch Entertainment Tonight that they had blaring on the TV in the restaurant. They were literally just sitting down at empty tables and laughing at the TV while they had several tables to attend to. I thought that was strange. Overall, it wasn't terrible, but I don't have an overwhelming desire to go back anytime soon. read more

Kathy L.

11 years ago

I will never eat this restaurant again! My friend hold a drink, which she bought from school library and did not finish. The owner of the restaurant is so mean to my friend. She said "you should not bring other drink to our restaurant, cuz it is not allowed in America! I suggest you buy drinks from our restaurant" We just feel so terrible. We do not know it is a rule or something in America, that we are not allowed take drink from other places rather than this restaurant. But the problem is, she should not use that terrible tone to my friend!! And also, she did not bring any drinks (water) to our table, just because my friend take a drink from other place! read more

Melanie J.

17 years ago

Oh how I love me some Moy's. It's affordable and delicious. Everything tastes fresh and the service is superb. The portions are nice and the takeout is fast. Oddly enough, everytime I've been in, there's not a crowd. Maybe it's an off time. Try the Egg drop soup, potstickers or the garlic string beans. Their schechwan items are good and spicy but not too spicy. They have a good vegetarian selection too. I'm generally not a Chinese food fan, but I'll always go back to Moy's--even though I haven't lived on campus in years. read more

Patrick C.

14 years ago

Moy's is by far the best Chinese food in Columbus. One of only 3 or 4 places in the city I'd give 5 stars to, Chinese or otherwise. I'm a sucker for their General Tso's which is completely unlike any i've have anywhere else. We also really love their string beans in black bean sauce and the the egg rolls are pretty amazing. If you want something a little less tailored to the american palate you can always ask Mrs Moy for a suggestion. I can't always pronounce the things she serves me but they are always incredibly tasty. read more

Ha Hong Thinh D.

2 years ago

This restaurant is truly a hidden gem! As soon as I walked in, a warm atmosphere greeted me. The wooden decor, combined with warm - toned lighting, made it extremely cozy. The waitstaff were enthusiastic and professional, and their recommended signature dishes were amazing. The braised pork had a bright red color, was fatty yet not greasy, and melted in my mouth. Every bite was a pleasure. Dining here, I felt completely satisfied both physically and mentally. It definitely deserves a thumbs - up! read more

Van Quoc Phi H.

2 years ago

This dining experience was outstanding! From the moment we walked in, the waitstaff greeted us with warm smiles and guided us to our seats. Throughout the meal, they were attentive to our needs, refilling drinks and clearing the table promptly. Their detailed and professional dish introductions helped us make better choices. They even presented us with small gifts at the end. Such considerate service truly made us feel warm, and I'll definitely come back without hesitation! read more

Trista H.

5 years ago

I decided to take my freshman OSU student out to lunch today when I visited him. We happened upon this place. This is AUTHENTIC food! And even better AUTHENTIC SERVICE! Our food was great and our service was excellent. I am a supporter of local and this business has been there for 31 years! Highly Recommend! Then you can go next door and get Buckeye Donuts for dessert! read more

Craig J.

5 years ago

Their rice-lunch plates are filling and great taste quality food. I've eaten there for over 20 years and have a few favorites--green beans, green beans & chicken, tofu, several pork and fish dishes. They can also do off-the menu authentic Cantonese and southern China dishes but best to call before to confirm they have ingredients. read more

Melissa W.

5 years ago

This was the best Chinese foI'd I have ever had. The people were amazing and welcoming! The sauces were delightful explosions of flavor in my mouth. Mrs. Moy served us so attentively and made so many wonderful food suggestions the two times I have visited. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant! You will not be disappointe! read more

Mingfu L.

13 years ago

The owner is really mean to Chinese people. (Isn't the woman herself a Chinese?..) She enjoys teaching Chinese students in public how to behave and shows no respect to them. I heard it from my friends and then experienced it myself. If you are making money because you are Chinese, PLEASE respect Chinese. Never going back again. read more

Abby J.

11 years ago

One of my friend's phone has been lost here and when we were about to leave at the same time she was tiding the table she did not say anything to remind us. After realizing the phone was lost we tried to call the phone but she did not pick it. read more

Evan S.

12 years ago

This is the best food I have ever eaten. I went to OSU and moved away after graduation. I have to stop by everytime I am back in the area. I try to find Chinese food as good as this place, but nothing ever compares. read more

Lauren W.

12 years ago

Yum! I can't wait to come back for the sesame chicken. Best service, friendly staff, decent prices, and it's rather clean here. My boyfriend loves coming here as well. read more

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