Yia Yia's is a consistent and reliable go to for Greek food in the area! I recommend any of their cold dips with pita, but my favs are the tzatziki, tirokafteri, skordalia, and the hummus. I also enjoy their avgolemono and spanikopita as appetizers. For mains I go for the pastichio or the chicken souvlaki platter. I love that you get a greek salad and delicious buttery rice with it. read more

4.5/5. This Greek food is as good as Astoria's. Not the best I've ever had but finally some fire Greek in BK. Star of the show was the octopus. Well cooked, fresh, flavorful. Coulda been a bit more charcoaled or crunchy but honesty it was great. Sangria pitcher $28, got me lowkey drunk but it was also my first meal of the day. The salad had a bit too much vinegar or lemon but otherwise good. Loved the halloumi. Chicken was juicy and yummm. Pita was a bit thin for my liking but so soft. My boyfriend liked it and treated it like a tortilla. Lemon potatoes were lemony asffff which is the standard but coulda used more salt/ or pepper. Tzatziki coulda been better, had strings of some sort and I wish it had cucumber. Wish the waitress told us the platter came w salad cuz I woulda saved $13 my bad for not checking tho. read more

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Good food, my only reason for deducting one star is because I came specifically to eat eat Charcoal grill food, and yelp said they did for the platter I ordered. I did come for lunch so maybe that's the reason why. Otherwise, service was friendly and efficient. Food was really good. We had a combination platter of broiled shrimp, calamari, and octopus with a side of lamb kebabs, with sides. Nice decor and vibe inside. I would recommend a visit. read more

I went to this Greek spot with glowing reviews a while ago with a group as per most of my other recent reviews and shared a bunch of dishes. The staff was nice and the place is pretty small but charming and the portion sizes of most dishes were quite large for the price point. I didn't have a drink but someone else had a Frappe to drink which they liked. The place gave the rest of the coffee with the shaker which was cheeky so I got to try it and it was solid. The Assorted Cold Dips had Tzatziki (yogurt/cucumber,) Taramosalata (caviar,) & Melitzanosalata (eggplant) and was served with some pita. The pita was standard while the dips were a bit better than the usual. The Melitzanosalata was the best of the bunch with some good smokiness from the eggplant. Otherwise, it was a nice thick tzatziki with a good amount of garlic while the taramosalata had some saltiness but not too much. The Imam (bayildi) or stuffed baby eggplant was good with a big portion as per most of their other dishes. It's a good solid veggie main with the eggplant being cooked down nicely with some good salty cheese on top and a tasty tomato sauce. The other smaller plate we got was the pricier one; the Ktapodi, or grilled octopus. As I have a severe allergy, I didn't try it but the rest liked it a lot with the portion size being one large tentacle along with some other smaller pieces for texture. The dish also had some olives on it as well. For larger plates, the Mousakka with Lemon Potatoes was in general our favorite. Plenty of meat and enough bechamel to add flavor but not be too rich. Said potatoes or Patates Fournou was excellent as well. I tend to prefer other side dishes but these potatoes were cooked perfectly. The Ani Kokkinisto or lamb shanks braised in homemade tomato sauce with orzo was also excellent. Plenty of lamb and a different presentation than I am used to. Not overly sweet compared to some other spots (I'm looking at you Souvlaki GR) and the meat was very tender. Would recommend as well. Probably the weakest was the Mixed Chicken & Lamb Souvlaki served with potato rounds. Both souvlaki were fine with the chicken being slightly better as the lamb was a bit dry. Best on the plate was actually the side served with it; the potato rounds/Patatas Tigantes, which were slightly crispy. There was some of the excellent tzatziki on the side as well as well as a small side salad with fresh veggies. For dessert, we ordered two though were already quite full. The Baklava was notably not overly sweet which I usually find a problem in Greek spots. Most Greek spots use too much honey and this place did not though the baklava was still quite moist. Solid but more standard was the Galaktoboureko. Not as much lemon flavor than I would like but again not overly sweet and the custard texture was good. Outside of maybe the souvlaki, the rest of the food was excellent. Just solid quality food with good sized portions for the prices (we spent $35 a person with a generous tip and left stuffed and could have left for a good $6 less per person and still have been quite full.) I can see why it's well regarded. Mid 4 for general quality/price. Would go back read more

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Amazing greek restaurant with beautiful back patio and happy hour deals even on weekends. Service was great and food delicious, affordable and huge! We ordered the grilled calamari and some lamp gyros, both delicious! Would be coming back for more. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Grilled Calamari - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

SO DELICIOUS and generous portions at a very affordable price for nyc standards. My party of 2 walked in around 6pm on a Saturday and the restaurant was mostly empty so we got seated immediately. Grilled octopus was great, perfectly cooked. Moussaka was huge - so filling and delicious and we opted for the lemon potato on the side which was cooked to just the right softness. Also shared a lamb souvlaki platter. Everything was fresh, perfectly cooked, and so satisfying. Those 3 dishes had us verryyyy full. Would come back again for sure! read more

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I'm not sure why they have such raving reviews. Yes, their service was good, however it could be better.. However, their food wasn't that great. I've had Greek food before, and this isn't really great cuisine, compared to the other restaurants, especially in Astoria. Regarding the food, I had the Tyrokeftedes, which was on the special menu as an entree. It was shrimp kebab with vegetables. It was 4 large pieces of shrimp with veggies. I didn't think it would be filling, and that the portion size would be good enough, but I was wrong. For appetizer, Ellinikes Patates Tiganites was ordered, and it was cheese balls that came with this sauce. I couldn't put my finger on what type of sauce it was, but it sure tasted good. We were too full to have dessert, so we didn't have any. read more

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I've only dinned here twice but it is definitely shaping up to be my go to spot. It's the best Greek food around without breaking the bank. Although from the two visits I noticed inconsistencies with the food everything was still super scrumptious. The potato's the second time around were soft but had some bite to them. The beans were definitely al dente (which beans shouldn't be:) and although they were left untouched in the restaurant once home and reheated to their correct softness I felt like I was back in Greece. They were that good. Overall I can't wait to try all the items they have to offer, even if I have to take them home:) read more

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Absolutely incredible! I recently set a goal to visit small businesses and restaurants in my neighborhood more often. A friend was visiting and we both Mediterranean food so Yia Yia's was the perfect location. We went with the fried calamari and tzatziki dip for our appetizers and we loved both. For our entrees, I did the Garides Santorini and she got the special for the week which was grilled shrimp on top of a bed of spinach and rice in some type of tomato based sauce. Both were very delicious, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. On top of the good food, the service was impeccable and the outdoor patio was wonderfully decorated with art created by local residents. I plan to make Yia Yia's a neighborhood go-to especially when I have visitors! read more

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Very good Mediterranean food. Came here w friends and enjoy a nice afternoon supper :) Also the staff were nice and attentive. read more

Soooo frickin good. This was my birthday lunch and it's been on my radar for a while. I saw they delivered on DoorDash so decided to give it a try. I ordered the chicken souvlaki platter and requested potatoes instead of fries which they honored (always appreciate that). I almost hate to say this but...they're underpricing their food. For $16 this was an absurd portion of ridiculous deliciousness. Anywhere else the same platter would have been 50% more at least. Everything was wonderful, from the salad to the heavenly potatoes (so glad I requested them) to the massive stack of pita and the tender chicken. If you're in the mood for delicious affordable greek food, I highly recommend you check this place out. Salivating just thinking about it. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Chicken Souvlaki Platter - YUM - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I ordered delivery from here earlier this week. I got the shrimp souvlaki sandwich and the horiatiki salad. The sandwich was good but I was a little disappointed with the salad. The tomatoes weren't very good, and since it's a major part of the salad, it ended up being my least favorite part of the meal. The prices for this place are affordable and right in line with what you'd expect. read more

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Love this restaurant 5 stars!! They have a lovely covered backyard, amazing fresh food & an excellent happy hour! read more

I apologize in advance if this comes across as a backhanded compliment-- but it is so refreshing to find a restaurant in Bushwick that cares so little about adhering to the aesthetic of today's modern restaurants. I mean that in the best way. All the attention at Yia Yia's is devoted to the food and the service, both of which are top notch. Here you can expect huge platters of affordable dishes with immense flavor, and staff who care about your comfort and happiness. This is not to say the place lacks ambience-- the seating is simple but clean and comfortable, inviting you to stay a while. This restaurant is consistently on Yelp's Top 100 list for good reason. The flavors speak for themselves. I was so happy with my grilled shrimp platter, which came with lemon potatoes or fries, rice or steamed greens. These sides are enormous, and you may even have enough to take home. The rice was buttery and paired so well with the lemon potatoes and perfectly cooked shrimp. I was amazed by the presentation, portions, and flavors. I'd also recommend the saganaki, which is a piece of Greek Kefalograviera cheese that they flambe. Watching them spin the piece of cheese while it's on fire is a fun way to add a little more pizazz to the meal. Someone who I'm guessing is the owner came around to everyone's table to ask how everything was, and made note of everyone's order. It seems like neighborhood restaurants like this where you feel right at home are becoming more and more rare in Brooklyn, and Yia Yia's was a welcome respite from the buzzier restaurants where stress is part of the meal. read more

My wife and I checked Yia Tia's out on a Wednesday night before a concert at a local venue. We got in there around 5:30 pm and were seated right away. The decor is slightly dated and dark but it was a comfortable setting. The service was pleasant and the gentleman that took our order made some helpful recommendations. We ordered the lamb roll stuffed with feta and stuffed grape leaves for appetizers and lamb kebab and lamb kokonisto for entrees. I enjoyed the lamb rolls, my wife found it to be a little on the rare side. They forgot to deliver the grape leaves (didn't charge us for them, so perhaps they didn't hear me order them). My wife's lamb kebabs were tasty but perhaps a bit well done for my liking. The lamb kokonisto was a nice stew style dish featured slow cooked lamb over orzo. The flavor was very good and the texture of the lamb was nice, the lamb might have included a bit much of the fatty bits but I wasn't complaining. We had a strange send off, as they didn't ask if we wanted one of their desserts (always hard to say no to baklava), they just dropped the check off on the table. The restaurant was still empty, so it didn't seem to be a table availability situation. That said, it was overall a good meal. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Lamb kokonisto had really nice rich flavor! - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Soo we were in the mood for healthy Mediterranean food but did not want any meat. I read this place had good seafood!!! It did not disappoint-the portions are generous and everything we got was delicious and fresh! Amazing service and the ambiance !! We sat in the backyard and felt like we were in Greece. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We stumbled upon this gem while shopping at urban jungle with my daughter. Four dishes we ordered were generous and super delicious. This is the first time we have visited Brooklyn and I am sure coming to this place just for great lunch read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Beef meatball Greek Salad - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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My friend found this spot online and we decided to come here. They have outside dining in the front and back door patio. We sat in the back door patio, super cute. They're mosquitos which the server Adan noticed me asking about bug spray and they offered it along with lighting up the candles to avoid the mosquito ! I thought that was super cute touch which a lot of restaurant do not offer! Comes the food we ordered the speciality cocktail with cucumber and something else which I forgot. It was refreshing. For food we got the trio dip and for entree we go the seafood platter + Yai Yai mixed meat platter + combination platters. Delicious food but the service was just amazing ! It made our experience even better. For dessert - you must order this deep fried dough. Not sure of the same but we saw another table order this so we wanted it too! Super crispy and not overly sweet but the perfect thing to end the meal. Thank you rebecca and Adan for being super stars and attentive to our table!! read more

Made reservations for 5 ppl for outdoor seating in the back patio, but it was raining and the boss said their back was a mess so they seated us in front of the store which wasn't bad either since it had a durable awning overhead to protect us from the rain and it wasn't too close to people walking by on the sidewalk. To start, we had the grilled octopus with olives and olive oil. It was delicious! Definitely 5 stars for this dish. The octopus was cooked perfectly and tender. Not too chewy. Flavored really well too. The fried eggplant was really good too. It had a garlic mashed potato dip and it was delicious. The fried eggplant was served hot. They were nice and crispy outside and soft inside. Highly recommend this as well. For entree, I had the spanakopita. It was pretty good. It had a good ratio of more spinach than cheese, which is how I like them. The crust was crispy. I had a side of lemon potatoes and honestly not a fan of lemon potatoes. I'm not used to having potatoes taste sour like that. My husband had the chicken souvlaki plate. I tried a piece of chicken and it was decent. Husband says it was decent too. Chicken wasn't too dry. Nothing particularly special to comment. FIL ordered a branzino filet from their specials. It was drizzled with way too much lemon and it was too sour. All of us made a sour face when we tried it. It was nice and soft tho. Other than that, without the overload of lemon it probably would've tasted better Moussaka- i didnt try it but it was pretty huge. After we finished, the waiter was really nice and treated us to some loukamades. Its basically little fried donut balls drizzled with honey and cinnamon. It was a good dessert. They were fried nice and crispy. Service was nice. Food was pretty good. I would definitely come back again. Highly recommend the octopus and fried eggplant read more

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The best grilled shrimp I've ever had in NYC. The reviews are accurate - this place is excellent! We ordered take out and I was delighted by everything, their salad, rice and quality. I really appreciate how damn tasty this was, it was clearly thought out because it tastes PERFECT! read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Shrimp Souvlaki Platter - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Service and sangria were great! But prices weren't what I saw on google or Yelp :(. We got the spinach Spanakopita but regretful not getting the feta. Would go again to try other Greek dishes! The water jugs were cute. read more

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I was craving a gyro and decided to go with Yia Yi based on reviews. I ordered the Doner Gyro Platter with round fries for delivery. The portion size was extremely generous. Unless you are a hearty eater there is definitely more than enough for leftovers the next day. The gyro meat was fine slightly dry but with a 30 min delivery time, that could play a factor. The standout was the round fries. They were amazing. I would order from them again but would probably go for the souvlakia the next go round. read more

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We stopped by Yia Yia's Taverna over the long weekend and enjoyed some outdoor dining in their backyard. In an effort to be healthy, I did not order their calamari. But, I immediately regretted my decision after the table 6ft away ordered it... it smelled AMAZING. We enjoyed a massive halloumi Greek salad, lamb sausages stuffed with cheese, and grilled chicken skewers. The sausage was my favorite part of the meal, don't skip this! The chicken was tasty but a liiittle on the dry side but we enjoyed it with their perfect tatziki sauce. I'll definitely be back to Yia Yia's when I'm around the neighborhood! read more

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I eat here about every 2 weeks, but recently we had Yia Yias cater our wedding and they killed it! We got lots of dips, pita and spanakopita for apps. Then for dinner we ordered Greek salad, lots of meats, Imam for vegetarians and of course the lemon potatoes. Everyone was giving us complements on how amazing the food was. The final touch was individual bakalava we put on a tower instead of a cake. They drizzled chocolate all over it, it was seriously the best baklava I have ever had, and I've had a lot. Thank you so much for making our wedding memorable for the rest of our lives!!!! read more

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I'm Greek and am always looking for a restaurant that my dad will enjoy. While it's no cafe by the Mediterranean, Yia Yia's has some fantastic Greek dishes. We tried the lamb gyro platter with rice, Pastichio, hummus, and their signature sangria. Anything they lacked in flavor, Yia Yias made up for in customer service. No joke, this business owner is such a kind and passionate person. He explained the backstory of his restaurant and where his recipes come from. He told us about the sangria making process (which was fascinating) and probably made the entire experience above and beyond. The lamb had a really great flavor and the portions were big. The rice was just okay but the tzatziki was great. The Pastichio was lacking in flavor a bit but the side of lemon potatoes was phenomenal. I recommend trying it all though because it's on the better side of Greek food in NYC. The Sangria was the best part- the price was unbeatable and the flavor was perfect. I'm usually not a fan of red wine but this was excellent. I loved each sip-- fresh and flavorful! Can't wait to come back and absolutely loved my experience here :) read more

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Hidden gem! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. If you're looking for a casual dining experience with top-notch food. I can't recommend it enough. Authentic Greek. read more

Stumbled upon this place randomly and my friend was in the mood for Greek food and boy am I glad we came here! The food was SO good with the lamb being so tender and delicious. The service is some of the best I have had so far in NYC and we sat on the back patio which gave a beautiful atmosphere to the meal. Definitely will be back and I could not recommend more to try this place out. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I thought I had reviewed Yia Tia's but only uploaded pictures! Greek food is hard to find in Bushwick and Yia Tia's has truly filled a void with great Greek food. From the awesome service, great food and cheap wine you have everything you need. Plus, their food delivers well so if you don't live close by, but are in the delivery zone it makes for a great delivery meal. I've tried a lot of the menu from the calamari to the salads, soups and meat dishes. I haven't found a mediocre dish yet. My favorite so far is the spicy feta dip, the avgolemon chicken soup and the moussaka. Yia Yia's is a great spot to go with a group and try a lot of different appetizers or split meals. I also recommend saving room for dessert or at least the Greek coffee! read more

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You already know this is my go-to for Greek. I hopped on the L last second just to get some Yia Yia's. I got the papos island salad and the keftedakia. All to myself (YESSS) read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Papos island salad with halloumi cheese and Keftedakia - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Service was 4 stars out of 5 Food was 4 star out of 5 Space/Ambiance was 3 stars out of 5 Just so we're clear on my rating. I rate as 3 stars being average and we go up and down from there based on the whole experience, not just the food. If I'm giving a 5 star review it's because the experience was exceptionally above average from start to end and everything in between. We came across Yia Yia's in November 2020 when restaurants in NYC had started opening up again. We were greeted immediately and sat. The staff was very kind and helpful and made you feel very safe given the state of the pandemic. On the first visit we ordered: Happy Hour Red Sangria at $4 a glass. It was delicious so we had two each. Arni Rolo Gemisto $12 Stuffed lamb rolls. Grilled lamb stuffed with imported feta, served with tzatziki sauce. Honestly it was perfect, very tasty and not too . Sometimes lamb is hit it miss and there's was great. Poseidon Thalassina Platter $35 Mixed grilled seafood platter that came with a side. We ordered the Ellinikes Patates Tiganites, Greek style fresh cut round fries topped with oregano, grated cheese and lemon. The waiter thought we were missing out so he brought us their Patates Tiganites, homemade fresh cut round fries, to try as well. We ended our feast with their Baklava＄6.95, which was delicious. The space is nice, nothing over the top, clean and basic. At night the low light makes it feel a little more romantic and nice for a date. They have a cute backyard patio in the back and the front has a cute little patio but we have never eaten in either. We always recommend it to friends when asked about restaurants in this area to try as the food is above average so worth trying. read more

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Still the most tender Ktapodi (octopus)!! Ate very healthy Mediterranean today. Did not feel guilty eating Saganaki (fried Greek cheese) along with grilled seafood platter. Their lunch special is awesome too. Love this place! read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Poseidon Platter (grilled octopus, shrimp and squid) - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I wish I could give 10 stars. The food is always amazing but the owner went out of his way this last time to ensure my fiancé and I ordered the correct thing. Last time we confused the soulvaki with the kebab. He texted me different pictures and also comped us with additional items to make up for the previous time. Will continue to order from the best Greek in nyc! read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Chicken and lamb kebab, halumi cheese and crazy feta dip - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Good portion size for a reasonable price. Restaurant is nice and spacious, with modern interior design. Tried both the lamb and chicken gyro, which were beautifully seasoned and flavorful and very filling. The tzatziki was fresh and very flavorful as well, which complemented the meat. Definitely beats any gyro food carts that I have tried. read more

Ordered delivery from Yia Yia's Taverna and had a good experience. My boyfriend and I split the Chicken souvlaki platter and Greek salad, and it was more than enough food. Everything was very tasty. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Chicken Souvlaki Platter and Greek Salad - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had dinner here on a whim and it was really lovely! The staff was super friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend! read more

Delicious happy hour and greek eats at Yia Yia in Bushwick! Service was extremely friendly and they have 5-6 tables for outdoor seating under an awning. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned for sharing. We ordered: -Happy hour sangria (available till 730) -octopus appetizer to share -chicken gyro platter with regular round fries -lamb gyro platter with Greek round fries It was my first time at Yia Yia and I was super impressed by their menu and will definitely be back to try the highly lauded seafood platter. And for their crispy delectable house made round fries! Addictive. read more

Yia Yia's Taverna - Lamb gyro platter - Greek Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is incredible. Best Greek food in Brooklyn. Portions are huge, FRESH, well priced and great for sharing. The staff is insanely friendly and the owner/chef came out and checked in with our table and another that night. My dad and I split the stuffed grape leaves (SO incredible, def made fresh), spanakopita (the app serving was more than enough for two people), eggplant and Poseidon platter with lemon potatoes and fries. Dessert was amazing too. I forgot what we got but it had a lovely cherry syrup. Everything across the board was simply fresh and simply flavorful. Def go in person, it's worth it... don't order delivery (my friend's experience, not mine) They also have a cute garden area in the back :) read more

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My wife and I came here for dinner. It's a pleasant neighborhood Greek food spot. We started with their take on a Sheppard salad. Ingredients were cut big which made for an interesting take on the salad. Made it a bit had to get cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and cheese all in one bite. For the main course, my wife had the branzino filet while I had the chicken gyro sandwich. They have both chicken and lamb rotating spits which smelled delicious so I opted for the chicken gyro sandwich. Chicken came out crispy. For dessert, we shared baklava which was served uniquely. It was dusted with cinnamon and served hot. Seemed like a go to date spot as all the other tables were filled with couples and we overheard some first date convos. read more

I haven't been here in person, but I have ordered from here numerous times before. I can't remember my first order on what I tried here, but I know I keep getting their Spanakopita. It's so flaky and good. I love it. read more

Pretty much going to mirror all the great things everyone else has said about Yia Yia's. Incredibly fresh authentic Greek food in a great location in Bushwick. Large portions and bold flavors but still super home made and simple but incredibly delicious. I got the Greek salad topped with chicken. The salad dressing was awesome and it might've been the best Greek salad I've ever had (and I've had a lot). The ingredients tasted like they grew them right there and chopped them fresh off the vine. There were huge chunks of feta in the salad. My friend and I shared the vegetarian moussaka which was a fresh take on an old classic and cake layered with grilled veggies and topped with a yummy beschamel. Will be back soon to try more. read more

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