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    Piccino Presidio

    4.0 (123 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Panna cotta
    Dan J.

    Delicious pasta and pizza, beautiful interior, amazing service! THE FOOD: We ordered the heirloom tomato salad, corn tortellini, chiocciole, fico pizza and the fungi pizza. Everything was delicious. I especially loved the fungi pizza. So many mushrooms...and the sauce was so flavorful. The chiocciole was a lemon sauce based pasta. Light and refreshing - perfect for summer. I really liked the corn tortellini but I wish the serving size was larger. Unfortunately I feel that whenever I order tortellini at restaurants, the portions are quite small (under 10 pieces), so this wasn't a big surprise either. The dish itself was great though! At the end of the meal the waitress brought out a panna cotta on the house for us as we were celebrating a special occasion. Very much appreciated! THE SERVICE: The waiter and waitresses were all very attentive during our meal, coming by and checking on us at just right frequency. During the meal I accidentally dropped the ENTIRE pizza on the ground When I called over the waitress, we all shared a laugh when she saw the sad pizza on the ground. After that, she hurriedly put in another order to the kitchen and brand new pizza came out 5 minutes later. Super quick. No complaints with the service! AMBIANCE: We were sat in the outdoor patio which is absolutely beautiful, especially around sunset. Perfect for dates, special occasions, or larger gatherings. Not too loud either, so easy to have conversations. OVERALL: I'd rate this a 8.5/10! Will definitely be coming back to try other seasonal items!

    Chip Stack
    Karen N.

    A bit of a challenge to find this restaurant if you use Google Maps - just fyi!! It takes you down by the YMCA. Don't use Maps. It's best to enter from Lombard, turn onto Chestnut and then make the left on Lyon and it's literally right past the gate at Lyon on the walking path. Tons of parking on Lyon around 5pm as well. The food and cocktails were delicious. A few quibbles: The corn and lemon arancini sounded phenomenal. They were completely overwhelmed by saffron. The corn and lemon should have been able to shine, but NOPE. It was an odd combo. Not BAD, per se. But not good either. The bucatini pomodoro was delicious but the pasta was severely overcooked. It was almost mush. Super disappointing at an Italian restaurant. And at the first seating?! But the flavors were great. We also had the Hemingway Daiquiris, an Old Fashioned, the Chip Stack, Focaccia, and for dessert the zeppole and the stone fruit crostata. Everything was fantastic. And now that we know how to get there, we'll be back!

    Ben T.

    Solid place to have some pasta or pizza; just a short walk away from the Palace of Fine Arts. Located in the Presidio, it makes for a nice place to grab food if in the area. We got pizzas, and they were all filling. The assortment of flavors and pizzas were all solid. Dough was supple, easily carrying the assortment of toppings. It was solid pizza, but not earth shattering. Pastas were also ordered, and the feedback was positive. They were solid portions, but I wouldnt characterize them as big. For the desserts, they were positively received. A little sweeter than I would like, but not offensively so.

    Stone fruit pastry with ice cream
    Anabel U.

    We came for dinner and were able to be seated before our reservation time. The staff was nice and gave us time to review the menu, and took our order promptly as well. We ordered a little bit of everything, and shared pizzas as well. The bianca pizza was very cheesy, and the spicy oil was just a nice touch to the cheese. It is a thin crust pizza, but it is very filling. Everyone enjoyed their dishes, and while we were full we decided to also grab dessert. The stonefruit dessert with ice cream was my personal favorite as it was just the right amount of sweetness to end the night.

    Jennifer O.

    Charming restaurant tucked into The Presidio right by the Lombard Gate. I found it on Yelp (naturally) after my son finished his Open Water swim at Aquatic Park. Piccino is a loft-like restaurant in rough-hewn wood with one main interior space, large rooms surrounding the great room for private dining plus a rustic bar with plentiful seating. Outside, a lovely covered terrace with pergola. Service was a little slow but it fit the laid back Sunday vibe. I think only two people were handling all the patrons and yet they remained unflustered and smiling. They really enjoyed talking about the food and the plates' ingredients. Standout dishes were the wild mushroom pizza ($24), all produce from their farm in Healdsburg, and the incredible buttermilk panna cotta with honeycomb kiwi (a must order, $14). The acidic pop of summer tomatoes were the highlight of one tapas-sized plate, the beef and pork polpettes. The teeny polpettes, however, were precious at $18 for 5 marble-sized very miniature meatballs! Chicken sandwich looked slightly burnt but tasted great and the chicken, very juicy. Piccino is a wonderful spot to catch up with friends and have an expertly mixed craft cocktail and dinner. And, for company or family events, they can easily accommodate larger groups. It's a special location with an emphasis on creativity and hyper-local farm fresh produce. Best to park on Lombard and walk through the gate, it's right there, or hop off the PresidiGo shuttle.

    Dan M.

    Pleasantly surprised to find this tasty and creative menu restaurant in the Presidio. We came here to visit the Presidio including the famous Yoda Fountain and Skywalker Ranch company store, and found a lunch reservation at this place. The menu is a little upscale for some, so probably not a great place for youngsters but the variety of items we tried were all fantastic. I definitely would come back.

    Vibe
    Akiko N.

    Pizza is very strong flavored. Nice ambiance here. Service I think they seem a tad daft unfortunately but the food itself is nice and good for a brunch. Not a fan of the honey as it was dripping everywhere and the fig combo was a bit odd, but prosciutto on pizza is always reliable. The funghi pizza was a bit better, with very mushroom (obviously) notes. The trick is to switch between the two, with sweet and savory. Pizzas are about a personal size but I recommend doing family style. Tables next to us had a salad that looked good and a nice looking French toast. I went here to go to the Skywalker Ranch store and the Walt Disney Family Museum and this was nice to park at (for SF and free parking) with an easy walk to both.

    Samantha M.

    Food and service was absolutely AMAZING. We got pizza, crudo, salad, and pasta and everything was delicious. The ambiance was great and I will definitely be back!

    Phil N.

    This is a neat spot tucked into the old Letterman complex. Very hip loft/industrial vibe. It's good for parties of all sizes. Service is laid back and metered. Always felt taken care of not oversold. The food was really good. They say everything is meant to be shared. That said, it's true, but small plates seem meant for two. We were all over the-menu. I feel like the small plates and pastas were the strongest. Scallop in Polenta, Meatball very good. Salad was a bit small to be shared. Homemade pasta was a star for me. For the mains, we tried the market fish. It was a 6 oz portion on veggies. Good. not a star. Steak was very good and again came with a lot of veggies.

    Cheeseburger
    Shirley N.

    Looking for an quiet spot to catch up with longtime friends? Consider coming for lunch on a Thursday at 11:30am. A very spacious footprint. I recall coming when it was a different restaurant. There's both indoor and outdoor dining available. They offer validated parking of $5.00. I couldn't find the parking garage so we parked in the neighborhood. The hostess said if you plugged in 1 Letterman it'll direct you to the garage. The four of us sat in the main section of the restaurant at a table tucked away in the corner. We decided on family style dining with exception of hubby who wanted a cheeseburger - wagyu beef. Served with steak fries. Plated nicely. We shared - * salsiccia pizza. Garlic pork sausage thin crust. Six slices. Excellent. * chiocciole pasta. Large shells. * bucatini pasta. Pesto. Very creamy. We enjoyed every dish. Portion size small but very fresh and delicious. We split two desserts - great way to wrap up a leisurely lunch. * almond cake - this is a new offering. Served with pieces of fresh fruit. * zeppole - balls of fried dough sugared with chocolate dipping sauce Service was efficient and used plates cleared as needed.

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    Lyee C.

    Wow! Such a lovely spot, super accessible via the Presidio Go shuttle. I went here for brunch with a group of five, and luckily, we were able to get seated at the bar without a reservation. The staff were great with putting our group at one of the corners so we could all chat with each other, and making the bar counter layout work well for our party. Interior is modern, with a mix of bar seating and tables, with nice large windows for natural light contrasting with the more dimly lit interior. Great spot for conversation and catching up. There's also a patio if you want to find a more sunny spot. We got a bunch of dishes to share. The ginger scone was good, somewhat like a ginger cookie with jam. The banana muffin was alright, but the butter it came with really made it come together. The savory bread pudding was the star of meal, with the sweet and savory flavors coming together super well. Eggy, with a flavorful bechamel, with the bacon and cheddar mixed in as more muted flavors. The beet and pear salad was good, though I am partial to beets in general. Out of the two pizzas we got, I preferred the funghi more over the salsiccia. The pizzas are sized well for splitting between two people maybe with one side. Great spot for brunch, with the food overall being a hit and the atmosphere and staff being superb. There's a wine menu, cocktails, beer and zero proof options, but it was a little too early in the day to start on the alcohol. I'll have to come back to try the drinks.

    apple crostada and zeppolini with chocolate
    Nergis D.

    The staff were very attentive. The guidance for choosing wine was excellent. For appetizers, we chose dungeness crab and focaccia. For our main courses, we had sunchoke tortellini and lasagna. We finished with apple crostada and zeppolini with chocolate for dessert. Everything was incredibly delicious.

    Apple crostada
    Sabrina Z.

    Came to celebrate a friend's birthday and we had an amazing time. The service was phenomenal, the staff checked on us often to make sure we were doing okay. The seating was perfect for groups. The interior is large, and it's not too loud inside. The food was also delicious! We got: - beet and pear salad - pork and beef polpette - wild mushroom lasagna (I'm not a fan of mushrooms, but the sauce in this dish was 5/5) - agnolotti - bistecca per la tavola - potato and leek pizza - margherita pizza - there was one other dish we got, but I don't remember the name and it's not on the menu. It was a Dungeness crab dish with polenta. 5/5 would eat it again. - We ended the night with a birthday dessert (apple crostata).

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    4.1(259 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

    Talk about a total experience! From the moment you walk up it feels like you're stepping into…read moreanother world. The decorations and ambiance are exactly as I would expect, with a great hall ceiling in the dining area, and moving pictures. I especially loved the flooring looking like lava cracking through because at some point a staging flys overhead and sprays fire. Ambiance is a 5/5. We were seated immediately, waters brought out, and the waitress ready to serve us. She was very helpful and even offered to charge my phone so I could finish taking pictures and going live on social media. My cup was never empty, and everyone was quick with any questions we asked. Service was almost perfect 4.7/5. My cousin and I ordered the Love Potion, Unicorn blood, golden arancini, dragons breath, and a couple of wands . The wands were so much fun, though it feels like they're worth closer to $10 than $20, it still is worth enhancing your experience by getting one. The love potion was so sweet and strong 4.6/5. The unicorn blood was not what I expected, but it was shimmery and it grew on me, but still a 3.5/5. The Golden Snitches were very very rich, but perfect if you're drinking a lot and eating a little, very crispy outside and cheesy inside, and the tomato sauce was salty and savory 4.2/5. The dragons breath is super fun because you get a little nitrogen to freeze it and make it smoke. Regular flavor but effect was cool 3.5/5. Overall, I rate wizards and wands 4.2/5! Definitely check it out!!

    Servers are nice and attentive, although my date did complain to me that our server reeked of…read morecigarettes. Interesting drinks options, like one that is close to being butter beer, with seasonal ones for the holidays. The food tasted like microwaved snacks you get at the Costco freezer section, so it's really just about the atmosphere if you're a HP fan. Honestly, the tables were a bit dirty and the floors were sticky. It was just something to check off for the holidays for me being a Harry Potter nerd, but I don't think it's a place that I would need to frequent.

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    Balboa Cafe

    3.5(908 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow
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    Legendary but too Busy…read more Stepping through the doors of Balboa Cafe in San Francisco's Cow Hollow neighborhood feels like unlocking a timeless vault of classic California society and old-school saloon culture. Established in 1913 (though a superstitious original owner famously installed a plaque reading 1914 to escape the bad luck of the number 13), this legendary watering hole effortlessly bridges the gap between San Francisco's rich history and its bustling modern energy. With its striking dark wood paneling, crisp white tablecloths, and an iconic green neon sign cutting through the fog on Fillmore Street, the room practically whispers stories of the generations of local politicians, tech moguls, and high-society regulars who have rubbed elbows here. It's a beautifully multigenerational landmark where people-watching is a sport, the service is fast and familial, and the kitchen still masterfully turns out their cult-classic Balboa Burger served on a fresh baguette. Yet, as spectacular as the vintage vibe and the burgers are, the true heartbeat of the modern Balboa experience is their legendary, world-famous Espresso Martini. Affectionately dubbed the "Espressotini," this cocktail is absolute royalty in the SF bar scene, with the bartenders famously churning out upwards of 1,000 martinis a day to tables ordering them a dozen at a time. Shaken to an incredibly velvety, frothy perfection using vanilla vodka, Kahlúa, and a proprietary nitro cold brew blend, it pours with a signature dense cream foam that mimics a perfect pint of Guinness. Deceptively smooth and balanced without being overly sweet, it acts as both a sophisticated pick-me-up and a social catalyst. Sitting at that historic dark wood bar, watching the towers of coupe glasses catch the dim ambient light while a lively crowd buzzes around you, drinking an Espressotini isn't just ordering a cocktail--it's taking part in a mandatory San Francisco ritual. Thanks

    I don't understand the appeal of Balboa Café. The food is mediocre and inconsistent, the prices are…read morehigh for what you get, and the service leaves a lot to be desired. It's also loud and crowded enough that it doesn't make for a particularly enjoyable meal. To me, the reputation seems to have more to do with the location, history, and social scene than the quality of the restaurant. There is another reason I wouldn't choose to spend my money there. Balboa Café has a long association with Gavin Newsom's PlumpJack group. Newsom's San Francisco business interests, including Balboa Café, changed hands when he became mayor, and his remaining PlumpJack interests were later placed in a blind trust when he became California governor. The business is still part of the PlumpJack operation and is run by his sister, Hilary Newsom. I know many people have strong opinions about Newsom and his time as governor, and I have my own. Given that connection, I personally don't want to support the business. That's my choice, but when the restaurant itself isn't giving me much reason to go in the first place, it's an easy decision. For me, Balboa Café is overpriced, overrated, and not worth the money or the association.

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    Westwood

    3.8(317 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow
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    Initially left a bad review, but wanted to update it because there was a miscommunication between…read moresomeone in our group and the bar. However Ann from Westwood was super nice and accommodating and helped us resolve the situation afterward. She even welcomed us back, which we really appreciated, especially after us feeling bad for what had happened. Westwood was a fun bar and the rest of our group had a great time. It just sucked that one situation left a sour taste in our mouth that night, but Ann definitely helped make things right. Overall, we'd come back again! Great staff and nice ambiance and atmosphere! Thank you Ann

    The bouncers here are incredibly rude and condescending. At 1:50 AM, when the bar was closing, they…read morestarted forcing people out in a very aggressive way, shining bright flashlights directly into people's eyes, yelling "Walk and talk!" repeatedly, and having large security guards push crowds toward the exit. With so many people trying to leave at once, it felt chaotic and unnecessary. What made it worse is that once you're outside, they don't even want you standing on the sidewalk in front of the bar. I was simply waiting for my ride, which is the safest way to get home, and they were still trying to move people along. The service was terrible from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. I've never felt so unwelcome at a venue. I'd recommend avoiding this place and spending your money somewhere that treats customers with basic respect.

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    Mistletoe

    4.3(15 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

    Wow! The crew at Mistletoe really knows how to get you in the holiday spirit. Put this spot at the…read moretop of your list for Christmas celebrations, and order from their specialty cocktail menu. Do not miss ordering a shot of their Let it Snow... and sit at the bar so you can get the fun surprise. I savored their rum, hot cocoa and toasted marshmallow cocktail; the warmth and flavors really hit the spot. The Christmas decor here is on point; they nailed it! Must experience this place. I spoke with the owner directly; great guy who has put a lot of work into this place and it shows. He has three locations in SF (this is a review for the Sutter street iteration), and I'm going to visit them all. Try to go on a week night when it's less crowded. They host official Santa Con shenanigans, so it's gonna get crowded this weekend. For good reason.

    Not like last year…read more Bestie and I were here last night for my birthday. The bartenders were not nice. The ambience was hostile, a bit aggressive. Definitely not Christmasy. The fluorescent lights were on bright so it drowned out the Christmas lights. This place did a snow show last year. I asked about it, got a lecture and no snow. Worst of all, they played extremely loud, annoying Hallmark movie, Lifetime channel basic white broad Christmas songs. With some skrillex mixed it. Weird. The other girlies started leaving. The drinks are delicious, especially Santa's Grog. But they ran out of it at 6pm. The Christmas decorations lacked spirit and soul. Hoping for better next year.

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    White Rabbit

    2.8(110 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

    A little underwhelming…read more My friends and I stumbled across White Rabbit on St. Patrick's Day when the neighboring place was too busy. We should have known that this wasn't the most popping spot considering the holiday and how we pranced in without too much of a fight. It was rather empty when we were there. It felt like more of an empty room that just so happened to be a bar. Things just seemed spaced out awkwardly with furniture that didn't go well together. It was rather quiet too. I could not even tell you what music was playing because I could not even hear it. I do appreciate that the place was festively decorated though. It was perfectly on theme for St. Patrick's Day. The bartenders were super friendly here. My friends and I were trying to take a picture together and the bartender kindly snapped some shots of us (both horizontal and vertical pics...chef's kiss). We ordered a round of their Jameson Jell-O shots and they were super good. I'd be curious to come back on a typical weekend night to get a sense of their atmosphere in a different setting.

    My friend Denise and I were talking a walk after dinner, and we passed this place. What drew us…read morein, was the music, which I will expand upon later because it was mood shifting in an everlasting way. Denise was indulging me, and I, on vacation, was looking for a place to pip and bop. We stepped in, not knowing much about the place. We soon found out the name of the establishment: White Rabbit, which automatically made me want to see a Red Queen and Hookah smoking bug. But I saw none. What I saw was a chic spot, with space to dance, sit, sip, mingle, and other such items, but nothing that proclaimed that this White Rabbit belonged to the Alice-in-Wonderland-Universe of known fame. To be fair, there was a mural that was a focal point of the place, which did give Alice vibes in a strong way. However, this mural also did not depict the Alice of Wonderland that Disney allowed us to imagine, instead it gave us Alice gone vogue. The Alice mural (as pictured) has a twenty something girl, with flowing hair, of different shades of blonde and autumn. The girl was looking aimlessly to the horizon. Her eyes were blank yet full of wonder and fully open to an unseen opportunity that she can only love from afar. Her white rabbit had a third eye, and in one hand, she was holding a sweet pop that took the shape of a mushroom and was elegantly oozing with melting pink cream. The picture had become an editorialize version of Alice in a Wonderland that was more modern haute than traditional elevation. I would have preferred an experience that saw a performer dressed as the Mad Hatter and another like the Cheshire Cat. Thus, this vibe claims the name of the White Rabbit but does not deliver an Alice-esque experience. I would have like to know the ambiance of a bar Called Poe's Raven so my imagination can adequately manage its future responsibilities. I went during the days after Christmas, and before New Year's so there was not a lot of people there. This also explains why there is a Grinch and light up tree inflatables around. I can imagine that without the festive decorations, of the season, this bar is a chic cocktail bar where people go to meet and chill, and not discuss the symbolism of the Walrus, the Carpenter, or Anne Hathaway's portrayal of the White Queen. Meaning it is a place to have a good time, not live in deep dialogue. I had three drinks for 16 each. They were strong, well-crafted, and I had three, which says I liked them. I could have had more but my friend Denise was not in the party vibe. And now to the music which was the reason I was excited to write this Yelp. There were three DJ's in the house. The DJ's made Cake Walk, an artist collective who combine rhythm, time, work, and beat and remix (or maybe even update) classics of the 90's and 2000's. In a phrase, they make sweet honey for the ear drums that invite dancing, and general movement thats speaks life into a night- they just carried a good beat along! Denise, who only drank water, and I were vibing to the music, she was sitting, I was not. One of the three DJ's came along to us. His name was Landon, and he was just as nice, sweet, and uplifting, as his and his friend's music. We had conversations about our roles in the world, and how each of them mattered in a specific way. He invited me to party in San Diego. It might not happen, it likely will not, but at least, I believe it could. This was inclusion practiced to a grand degree, in a bar that could be a lounge or club, depending on the night. I want to stress that Denise and I went in because of the music, we stayed cause the place was cool and had drinks that were solid, but it was Landon, and the other DJ's who made the night into a party. For people who are not party dawgs, being escorted into the laser-filled moments of a night, is priceless. Additionally, he invited me to the DJ machine- record spinner? Not sure. And I touch some buttons. Honestly, it looked like a space ship shuttle, with all its button and knobs but I know it is not. I am just trying to describe what I saw based on my knowledge on these machines, which is basically zil. As Landon, and his two co DJ's spun and turned knobs, what seemed to be their parents rolled in. They were dancing, they were taking pictures, I got to see a moment of familial support, in a way I had not seen before. I mean I do not know how many parents would go and party for a quick two minutes when their children were spinning records for a crowd of less than 5 goers. But seeing it was quiet beautiful as all youth deserve to be supported by people who love them unconditionally. And on this night I got to see this promise fulfilled in dance. As I was dancing by myself, Landon came to my side. I started to make the make it rain move, you know pretending that I have enough singles on one hand to just dispense them into the air. And when I did that Landon started to follow the singles dropping with his eyes, expression and movements! Umph!!!

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    White Rabbit - White Rabbit, on Mission Street kitty corner from Cortland.

    White Rabbit, on Mission Street kitty corner from Cortland.

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    3.3(950 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow
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    I've been coming to this space since it was "Left at Albuquerque", and wow, what an upgrade. The…read moreBrixton is a classy higher-end spot that is perfect for larger groups or family gatherings. They offer a huge variety of New American fare with generous shareable portions or small plates. The layout was well thought out as every table is comfortable and offers visitors enough room to play musical chairs for those large group meetups. The Brixton gets busy fairly often, but again, the layout and spacing makes it such that you can hear everyone in your party without screaming. The food is great, and I've yet to find a dish that I wouldn't resoundingly recommend. The servers are knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. The Brixton is always on my recommendation list as a place to hang out in the Marina/Cow Hollow area.

    I had high expectations. But I also knew it was a Saturday night and moreover Valentine's Day. It…read morewas extraordinarily loud. We asked for a quiet table and they found us one. But it was still hard to hear each other across the table. My husband had a drink at the bar. He ordered a second at the table and they brought him a third. We ordered wontons that never arrived. He ordered a salad with his hamburger and they brought him fries. The food was delicious. Dessert was disappointed. We ordered an apple pie but it was more like a pop tart. All pastry and only a tiny bit of apples. Our server was very helpful and accommodating. I understand that the kitchen was slammed. But I always wonder when the wait staff who takes your order is not the one delivering your food. That's where the mistakes happen. My scallops were delicious. All four tiny ones. Next time we'll come when it's hopefully quieter.

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    The Brixton - Martini tower

    Martini tower

    The Brixton - Tataki Salad: Seared Sesame Crusted Ahi

    Tataki Salad: Seared Sesame Crusted Ahi

    The Brixton - Cafe Seating

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