My friends and I got an assortment of food and I rank what I got as follows: 1. Scallop rice 2. Octopus risotto 3. Tteokbokki 4. Jokbal The reason I rank the scallop rice and risotto the best, and they were close, is because it's quintessential modern Korean food that have complex flavors blending American techniques and flavors with traditional Korean flavors. Loved both and would come back. I would say the jokbal was at the bottom because I didn't find anything special about it. Just your typical flavors and it wasn't elevated enough to wow me. Overall service was good and great vibes to drink and chill with friends but overall food was great if you pick the right menu items for you. read more

Came with a reservation, great seating upstairs. Service is very attentive and food comes out fast. Food/drinks we ordered: - Rice cake cocktail: So interesting! Enjoyed this a lot. On the smaller side though. - Golden ratio: shot of beer/soju but well balanced. A bit pricey got what it is though. - Soy scallop over gim rice: easily my favorite dish of our meal. Scallops super fresh and the rice has an interesting seaweed flavor mixed in. - Grilled tteokgalbi: came with a bit of a show. The smoke didn't add to the flavor that much. This was good but nothing mind blowing. - Rose tteokbokki: this was very good for the first few bites but a little monotonous after that. Seems a good dish to share among a group though. read more

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7.8/10 overall 8.5/10 -- Soy-marinated scallop with gim rice: The fresh, velvety scallop paired perfectly with the sesame oil-soaked rice and nori. It's hard to go wrong with this combination. 7/10 -- Cuttlefish sukhoe: The cuttlefish was perfectly cooked--tender, with a subtle depth of flavor. A lovely, light starter for summer. The service was warm and friendly, though the restaurant was a little loud. Expect to spend around $50-60 per person after tax. I'll be back to try more dishes! read more

Seoul Salon - Cuttlefish - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Tried Seoul Salon in K-Town, and overall it was pretty solid. Service was fast and friendly, and they bring out that crushed spicy ramen snack to start, which is honestly super addicting. The best thing we got was definitely the spicy raw crab noodles. The crab had a nice kick to it, and it went super well with the cold perilla oil noodles. The soy scallop rice was really fresh too, and the scallops were super tender over the seaweed rice. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is the fried chicken. The sweet and spicy glazed pieces were super good with the peppers on top, but the plain crispy ones were a little dry inside. Cool vibes overall, and I'd definitely go back for the crab and raw seafood dishes. read more

Seoul Salon - Spicy Raw Crab Noodle 게장국수, Seoul Salon Fried Chicken 서울살롱 치킨, Soy Scallop Over Rice 가리비 관자장 덮밥 - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Good vibesss, loved the ambiance. Food was good as well but nothing i'd go out of my way for (Not crazy about risotto to begin with). The fried chicken was yummy, like a super crispy mcdonalds nugget in the best way possible. Everything else was as well, just not memorable. I'm glad I went but not a place I would come back to. Definitely recommend trying though! read more

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Seoul Salon was a great experience from start to finish. The ambiance is fantastic, and the decor is genuinely cool - they have an interactive art installation that changes as people walk by, which was a really fun touch. The service was also excellent. The staff were attentive throughout the meal, and when there was an issue with a dish at the table next to us, they apologized immediately and resolved it quickly. It was nice to see how proactively they handled the situation. Food-wise, the scallop dish was my favorite. It comes with a generous amount of scallops for the price, and it was absolutely delicious. The spicy octopus with risotto was another standout, definitely worth the pain if you're not great with spice! We also enjoyed the jokbal platter, which was really flavorful and perfect for sharing. My only small complaint is that I wish it came with a bit more vegetables to balance out all the meat. Overall, it was an incredible value. We spent around $90 for two people, ordered multiple dishes, and left very full. I'd absolutely come back. read more

Seoul Salon - Spicy Octopus with Bori Risotto 쭈꾸미 볶음과 보리 리조또Jokbal Platter 족발 플래터 - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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I went during the week with a reservation. The food is delicious. I got the rose rice cake, squid kimbap, scallop rice and sliders. It was a lot of food I took the leftovers to go. Everything had great flavors and even heated up well. The drink was also good and so was the dessert. The dessert was big enough to share. The service was nice and friendly. The restaurant is spacious, with a bar area and it looked like they had a upstairs area. I would go back again to try other things. read more

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4.6/5 Cheap and affordable Korean fusion in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Seoul Salon is truly a hidden gem. The interior design is stunning, the vibes are amazing. The rose tteokbokki with gimmari, stracciatella cheese, and basil was the best Korean fusion dish that I have ever put inside my mouth! The sauce hit all the right notes, it packed some real heat, creaminess, sweet, and savory. Tteokbokki as a vehicle is truly underrated, it soaks up the sauce, and it's so fun to eat when cooked properly. The gimmari adds contrasting texture with the crunch and different kind of umami to the dish, wish there were more of it. Soy scallop with gim rice, simple, fresh, and savory. Korean beef tartare was creamy, spicy, and meaty. Octopus jeotgal gimbap with aged white kimchi was spicy, savory, and smoky. So filling, delicious, and doesn't break the bank. What more can you ask for? read more

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It's basically traditional at this point for me to want either sushi or Korean food for my birthday. Since we were going to an AYCE omakase later in the week, I opted for Korean food for my birthday dinner with my family. I managed to make a reservation to Seoul Station about 2 weeks in advance and we were seated upon arrival. For the 4 of us, we split: - Pine Nut Salad - Soy Scallop with Gim Rice - Spicy Raw Crab Noodles - Rose Tteokbokki with Gimmari - Jokbal Platter - Littleneck Clam Soup We had originally wanted the Seoul Salon Pasta too, but our waitress warned us against it, because she said the dishes we had ordered are pretty big and sizeable and we would have too much food. She was right. We did have too much food. But it was fine, because we ended up taking the rest home. The table favorite was the Soy Scallop Rice. This was so fresh, flavorful, and so delicious. We also really enjoyed the Rose Tteokbokki. This was rose tteokbokki done right - spicy, just a hint of tomato sauce, and with all the goodies. The Jokbal Platter is a huge portion, so definitely take that into account. It was really good though - the pork knuckles were so tender and juicy. Dessert was the Banana Bingsu. They stuck a candle it in it for me, and I got to make the first wish of my birthday week! read more

Overall enjoyed our visit. The only item we didn't love was the Baby Octopus Kimbap, feel like the octopus is lost and just regular rice roll. Soy Scallop Gim Rice was very good, they said it's basically best seller. Scallop was fresh and Gim Rice (seaweed rice?) adds some fun in the rice, YUM. Clam Soup - giant clam, soup is very clean with little spicy kick. Jokbal Platter - very good, get your collagen in! Would recommend! read more

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Great restaurant for dinner with friends. We staff was great accommodating a large group, there were ten of us. We ordered a ton of things on the menu. The salad, fried chicken and pork sliders were highlights. They also have a small bar with some seats in the front, not sure if you can order food there, but it was packed the whole time. read more

Good option for modern/elevated Korean drinking food. Would work well for groups; a bit casual for a first or second date (menu also geared towards drinking snacks vs. entrees). Ambiance is dim, sleek/industrial, with a young crowd. Food is solid - liked the sliders and fried chicken (portion for fried chicken was great). The pine nut salad missed the mark for me, but overall enjoyed the meal. We just had beer so missed out on the cocktails/Korean wines and drinks which are the focus of the restaurant - on my list for next time. read more

Came here for a dinner date and it was great! First, the atmosphere was lively and full of young 20-30s. There are two floors so plenty of seating, but we still made a reservation anyway. The three dishes we got were all very delicious. The rose tteokbokki was the best one I've had and the cheese fit in well with the sauce. The scallop rice had a sesame soy taste, and it was more refreshing and light. The marinated crabs were a bit spicy but also good. I will say, it does get a bit messy having to put gloves on to squeeze the crab and mix in, but worth it. As we looked around, we noticed these three dishes were very popular at other tables too. Overall, would definitely go again!! read more

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The food and service at this place is excellent. Make sure to try the scallop rice and the crab noodles. My biggest complaint is that the pine nut salad came in the smallest play they could have possible served it on, which made eating or sharing the salad without spilling an impossible task. read more

From the same hospitality group as popular Ktown classics like Take31, Her Name is Han, and Cho Dang Gol; Seoul Salon is a super vibey, snazzy bar-restaurant serving up unique dishes - not your typical Pocha fare. Would highly recommend the Soy Scallop Gim Rice - it's super fresh and savory, we almost wanted to order another bowl! The portions are relatively small - would say it's perfect for sharing amongst 2-3 people but would recommend ordering more and trying different dishes if coming with a bigger group. read more

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Amazing food and great atmosphere. Servers are very attentive but not overbearing. Not a super vegetarian-friendly menu. The seafood dishes are the best, especially the scallops. Portions are a bit small for their pricing though. read more

Seoul Salon - Soy Scallop Over Rice 가리비 관자장 덮밥 - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing food and amazing drinks! I recommend the banana cream shaved ice, the Rice Cake drink, and the cuttlefish! Beautiful building and amazing service. read more

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We made reservations to try the yellow tail special for 75 dollar for 2 people and we were not disappointed! Ambience reminds me of more clubbing or bar restaurants vibe down stairs and dining up stairs. Very hip and young vibe. We received it on the top floor and given some menus. Our table was wobbly which the hostess helped us fix, which was really nice of them. We ended up ordering the yellowtail special and a beer. The yellowtail special included a salad, mushroom porridge, cucumber, salad, and some sauce sauces. The sauces are amazing and the yellow towel is delicious. I absolutely loved the porridge that would get more of that itself. All the items included in the really complete the meal. For two people this is a good amount unless you eat a lot. For the boyfriend and I it was a perfect amount and we also planned on hopping to another bar or Tapa place after for more drinks. The in house rice beer that they had was also very refreshing and I recommend trying it if you like lighter beer. My only grape is, I wish they had ice underneath the yellow tail. I like my sashimi a bit colder. We left very satisfied and I and very interested in coming back to try other items on the menu. read more

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My friends and I have needed a spot for girls night and scored a reservation for Seoul Salon. This place was absolutely packed for a Thursday night, so definitely grab a reservation before you go. We were seated in a smaller room allowing for a more intimate dining experience. We ordered their limited time yellowtail platter, grilled tteokgalbi, rose tteokbokki with gimmari, Seoul salon pasta, and jokbal platter. The yellowtail platter came with a seasonal porridge, cuttlefish, whelk salad, sauces, aged kimchi, and gim. While it's recommended for 2, it easily fed the three of us. Their rose tteokbokki was really flavorful but we enjoyed it even more after it had cooled down and the flavors seeped in more. Their seoul salon pasta was the perfect amount of umami and one of our favorite bites of the night! The jokbal platter was MASSIVE. It was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Needless to say, this is the place to go for good food and drinks with friends! We will be back! Check out my foodsta @chiuventure for a closer look and more details of my dining experience here as well as other establishments in NYC and around the world! read more

Seoul Salon - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Seoul salon is a lovely modern Korean restaurant that stands out for its beautiful presentation. You can truly see the extra flair and thoughtfulness added to every dish, making the meal a visual treat. Food 4/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 The Highlights: Scallops (4.25/5): This dish was great. The tender scallops worked really well with the seasoned rice, and the addition of the runny egg yolk tied everything together perfectly. Beef Tartare (4.25/5): Very refreshing and clean tasting. I especially enjoyed the subtle gochujang kick that gave it a nice layer of heat without being overpowering. Minor Misses: Clams (3.75/5): These were the largest, juiciest clams I've ever had, and they were cooked just right. However, I found them to be too fishy for my taste Rose Tteokbokki (3.75/5): While the flavor was good, it had a harder, chewier texture than expected. For texture preference, I still lean toward the softer chew but also not too soft I get at places like 'Dduk Dabang' read more

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I loved the drinks here and the soy scallop over rice! Would come back for those. I thought the marinated crabs were just okay but I'd like to try the fried chicken next time. I sat upstairs and it was so loud. Not a great place for a date but a fun place for a friend hang out. Service was amazing and attentive. Great people here! read more

Seoul Salon - Drinks were amazing! - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Good bar food and drinks are reasonable price. Tteokbokki is solid, the chicken was ok could have more flavors. The place has a great vibe! And seating doesn't seem too difficult either. read more

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Update: Sat in the bar seats this time and wow their cocktails really hit the spot!!!! - Kaetnip gin and tonic: 1000/10 (loveeee this version of a classic gin and tonic!! Super refreshing and fragrant! TBH some of the best gin and tonic I've had in a while) - Leatherpresso factory: 9/10 (very strong espresso martini with whisky! Slightly sweet.) read more

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Seoul Salon feels like our second home so much that we've made it our weekly date night spot. The food is delicious with a great spread of Korean pub fare, but the drinks are what really set this place apart. The cocktail menu is a hidden gem with drinks inspired by different regions of Korea. The Bacchus Bomb is our go-to pick me up, built around an energy drink that gives it a fun little kick, and the Leatherpresso Factory is a slightly sweeter take on an espresso martini that is incredibly well balanced. Both are must orders. Beyond the specialty cocktails, the bartenders are fantastic at classics too and, if nothing on the menu is calling you, they'll happily make you something based on what you're in the mood for. On the food side, the fried chicken never disappoints, the grilled tteokgalbi and mala pork sliders are an absolute must, and the rose tteokbokki with gimmari is something we find ourselves craving between visits. We usually sit at the bar but the dining room is a great time too. Anytime friends visit us in the city, this is where we bring them. It works for everyone and has never once let us down. More than anything though, the staff genuinely makes you feel taken care of. That's what keeps us coming back every single week! read more

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Food (5/5): This might've legitimately been one of the best Korean restaurant spots I've ever been to. It tastes like a Korean fusion with Italian and western flavors but works sooo well. The Rose Tteokboki was so unbelievabpe and the burrata or whatever cheese on it was so good. Normally I don't even like Tteokboki but this was unreal. The rest of the dishes were also top notch. The noodles on the crab and the crab itself was so flavorful, the truffle fried rice with scallops slapped, and the risotto was omg so creamy and delicious with tender octopus. I don't know how they made it but this food was so amazing. Service (4/5): Service was solid at this restaurant with efficient seating for our reservation and no issues calling people for help. There were also plenty of staff. Ambiance (5/5): Nice upscale ambiance with a disco ball and kind of like a dark classy restaurant vibe. Nice seating and solid amount of space for our group of 5. Overall amazing experience and would definitely come back. read more

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Food rundown: - Fried Chicken (4/5) - ultra crispy and super flavorful. The coating to chicken ratio was a lot higher than your standard Korean Fried Chicken. - Rose Tteokbokki (4.5/5) - crowd favorite! Saucy, and exciting. The flavors kept up. - Soy Scallop over Gim Rice (5/5) - showstopper item! Personal favorite. It's such a delicate yet hearty bowl. - Cuttlefish Sukhwe (3.5/5) - a light and refreshing appetizer. Could do with more of the seasoning to balance the subtlety of the fish. - Corn Cheese Spicy Jokbal - 4.5/5 if you like fatty pork pieces. I don't, so it's a (3.5/5) for me. The meat was very well seasoned and sat buried under the cheesy corn topping - super more-ish and indulgent. - Banana Milk Shaved Ice (5/5) - better than expected. Nutty with the hazelnuts, and offered a variety of textures with the ice cream, shaved ice, and some sort of creme. Overall Seoul Salon was vibe-y with its interiors, the food offered a variety - both grub-y and refined, and the service was kind. read more

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Tasty. Absolutely delicious and a great spot to hit up after some early drinks or for a full course dinner. We came after some drinks and got a couple of things. We got the Seoul Salon Fried Chicken (small) and I wish we got the large. Airy and crispy. Fresh and hot, thigh pieces. Seasoned well and the sauce elevates it. Soy Scallop with Gim Rice was a nice change of pace. Cold scallop in a good way. Warm rice to balance. Fresh and cut into bite size pieces. Each piece packed with flavor. That rice was seasoned well, I wish my mom cooked like this. Beef tartare was cut nicely. Lots of seasonings and fresh. Egg washed in, radish to brighten the whole dish. If you like tartare, this is a must get. Rose Tteokbokki with Gimmari is a hot dish. Signature level. Hot to the touch. Flavorful punch. The cheese on top with shreds of basil was a delicious touch. read more

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Vibes: super dark/ cocktail bar vibes Scallop rice: A combo you can't really go wrong with unless the ingredients aren't fresh? Everything was super fresh but nothing that really stood out Rose tteokbokki: 100% get why everyone orders this & this is their signature: Something about the sauce is sooooo addicting. My friend & I literally scraped off the last bit of this sauce Rice martini: She super cute‍ You can definitely taste the rice flavor (subtle yet powerful). It's super yummy but not strong at all. I forget what my friend ordered but hers was also not strong. Overall, I'm assuming that all the drinks are really good/cute but not strong... so you're not gonna feel much even if you're lightweight Service: Was quick and no complaints! read more

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We got seats upstairs because it was a full house for a Monday night (President's day). My friends and I ordered the yellowtail platter. The yellowtail itself was fresh and melted in your mouth. I would say the porridge was the only item that tasted meh because the rice texture wasn't creamy and velvety. Sadly the server was rude. He kept asking us if we wanted our check. read more

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Made a same-day reservation on a Friday and had a great dinner here! Complimentary fried ramyun snack to start was tasty, then we ordered: + Green light cocktail + Soy scallop with gim rice + Seoul salon fried chicken + Grilled tteokgalbi sliders + Banana milk Shaved ice The soy scallop was the highlight, followed by the fried chicken. Drink was ok. Everything else was really good though. Great service, too! 4.5 stars. read more

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Cute decor, servers were friendly, the food was great! Especially the clam soup on the cold night... it has a little kick to it but not too spicy! It will warm you up! Popcorn fried chicken was one of my favorite so yummy, best with gochujang sauce! read more

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Sat at the bar for dinner on a Friday evening. Service was prompt and welcoming. Got the tteokbokki and the tteokgalbi dishes. Both were pretty good. Loved the ramyun-ddang snack as well. Overall a good spot to hit in the area! read more

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Ktown has quite a few Korean fusion restaurants and Seoul Salmon is definitely one of the nicer ones and perfect for a date night. We got three dishes and had some leftovers as the food here is mostly on the heavier side. The Soy Scallop with rice was a light starter and I enjoyed the different flavors. Favorite dish was the Rose Tteokbokki with Gimmari. I loved the sauce! Very creamy and packed some heat. The Corn Cheese Spicy Jokbal was also good but very heavy. I would have appreciated some scallion on top or some other veg so the dish would be lighter. Service was fast and efficient. read more

Seoul Salon - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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I came here for some bites and drinks with friends and it was fine. The interior of the restaurant is modern and lively, and a bit nicer than your typical pocha/Korean bar vibe. Service here is fairly quick, but they did forget to give us water for most of our meal LOL. We got the scallop with gim rice, fried chicken, and fried shrimp and corn. The scallop was definitely a highlight for me, and must-try. Both the fried chicken and fried shrimp were okay to me. They also gave us complimentary bites of ramen at the beginning and watermelon at the end. Portions were on the smaller side. Not a bad spot but I wish there were more things on their menu. read more

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Good vibes, decent food. Been here twice already - once just a regular night and once for their yellowtail special. Both times service was great. So why 4/5 and not 5/5? Lacking in flavor. For readers who have eaten good sushi/sashimi know the distinct taste of yellowtail. Theirs didn't have it-was kind blame if you take out the dipping sauce. The risotto rice was also one the harder side. For drinks, very creative. The "rice cake" drink was BOMBBBBB. Maybe I'm too harsh because someone once recommended the place to me as one of the best Korean food she's hah and comparatively for me I think somewhere like Olle or even Moono is a step better. Can be a great date spot for just drinks and light foods. read more

Had an incredible meal at a Seoul Salon recently. The wagyu sliders were unreal, the pine nut salad was fresh and bright, the fried chicken was perfectly crispy, and the scallop + gim rice was shockingly good (my friend and I don't LOVE scallops). Everything was delicious and I am obsessed with the vibe inside -- highly recommend. Will be thinking about those sliders until further notice. read more

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Went to Korea to see my sister and family and one of the places I went to was affiliated with this place called Flavortown. The food was good and the service was amazing at Flavortown. When they mentioned this place in NYC, I decided to go here when my friend wanted to take me out for a belated bday dinner. Based on my experience in their sister restaurant in Korea, I had high expectations. The spicy raw marinated crab was subpar and the crabs did not have roe. The dish is served with buckwheat noodles, which was a bit of a waste of time. They should have served it with a crab fried rice or something. The crabs did not have enough sauce for the buckwheat noodle to play the contributing part it was intended to. The fried chicken I was told was very delicious. I did not have the fried chicken because it was for the American that couldn't hang. However, how does one mess up fried chicken? Since we had nothing but not great things to say so far, will say this, the cuttlefish wrapped in seaweed and wasabi, that was money! If I were to go here, I would just have that and call it a day. P.S. there is a $35 golden drink, but you can get it for cheaper if you replace the not so impressive Casa Clase with something else. I told a chef at Flavortown that I'd check this place out so I did, but I don't think I will be going back. read more

Wow, I really like this place. The risotto is so good and so unique. The raw dishes are super satisfying too. I love the tartare-it's my favorite Dessert is super good too. They were so generous with hazelnut. I love the combination of banana, cream and nuts. Recommend this place! read more

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I was worried this would be over hyped but it was actually pretty good!! def exceeded my expectations. favs were the bingsu and the scallop rice! fried chicken was light and crispy. sliders were yummy as well! a fun fusion restaurant with a cute vibe inside!! was easy to walk in on a weekend early dinner. read more

Seoul Salon - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

I've dined here twice, and both times were amazing. Food might be a bit overpriced, but worth every penny. Definitely get the scallops over rice and the tteokbokki! Absolute favorites. Don't skip out on the fried chicken too! Perfect for a date night or late night bite with friends. read more

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