Everything is so yummy here. The rice pot with truffles is mind blowing. We get it every time and it's so special. Their cocktails are delicious too. They understand flavors and mix it well. Every time we're in Boston, we come here. I've also been to the one in Vegas, and my daughter went to the one in Mykonos, Greece... And they were epic as well. A great experience! read more

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Zuma didn't disappoint. Everything about the experience was elite. The service and food was great. The vibe was really good as well. read more

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Came to celebrate my bday and I had a great time here. Our server was so kind and attentive, our waters were also filled, the empty plates were cleared promptly. Almost everything here is done tapas style so we were able to try an array of dishes on the menu. My favorite was actually the off menu special of the night which was a truffle tuna maki with daikon and caviar. The umami flavor was excellent. The o'toro tuna was probably the best I've had so far, the marbling on it was perfect. Everything else was also very good. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of the Four Seasons hotel. The ambiance is very nice and perfect for a romantic night out. Definitely want to come back to try the other items on the menu. read more

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I went in for a drink on a Saturday night it was really packed. Nowhere to sit at the bar I didn't want to get a table just for drinks. It looked pretty live, the food that I saw on people's tables looked good I definitely will give this place another try. And it's beautiful in there the Ambiance is nice read more

Absolutely the best experience at Zuma Boston Perfect in every way, the food, the service and the atmosphere read more

Few but good vegetarian options Soup 5/5 Shishito peppers 5/5 Sushi 5/5 Chocolate lava cake 5/5 read more

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Amazing sushi and really nice ambiance. All the staff was friendly and helpful. All the different dishes we got were well put together. Will go back. read more

Came here on a Friday night and it did not disappoint. We got the seasonal omakase (upsold by our server who said it's "much better" than the signature) and the amount of food you get for the price alone makes it worth it. Of what we got: Watercress salad with edamame, avocado, and crispy rice: the perfect start to the meal. Flavorful but light, with a nice mix of textures from the crispy rice to the creamy avocado. Would get again. Tuna tataki: my friend's favorite, and we were told that the sour sauce it came with takes 3 days to prepare. I also thought it well-prepared tataki, but not that special and unique compared to tataki served at other places. Would get again if with dining with someone who really loves tuna. Seasonal scallop sashimi: another standout starter. It was so delightfully tender, fresh, and had well thought-out toppings that didn't dominate the dish and let the sweetness of the scallops shine through. Would get again. Pork belly skewers: delicious, tender, and with a light but flavorful dipping sauce. Definitely a well done dish, but not extra special compared to pork belly done at other places. Would get again if dining with someone who really loves pork belly. Seasonal vegetable tempura: unique in that I've never had okra or cabbage leaf tempura before (maybe I haven't tried enough tempura), but not unique in flavors or presentation. Would skip. Corn skewers with flavored butter: dry, grilled corn that you can dip and coat in butter to your liking. Would skip. Sushi platter with tuna maki, sea bass nigiri, and amber jack nigiri: the tuna maki was solid and fresh. The nigiri was pretty bland and hard instead of tender. Would skip and choose different sushi options if ordering à la carte. Seasonal botan ebi sashimi: this came out on the sushi platter, but deserves its own shoutout for how truly amazing it was. This dish was one bite's worth of soft melt-in-your-mouth texture and delicious sweet shrimp flavor. My favorite dish of the night. Would get again. Seasonal veal chop with roasted eggplant: after so many starters (which could have been a meal on their own), we got to our entrées. This dish was definitely well done and delicious, but on the tougher, chewier side of meats than my liking. The dipping sauce was definitely well paired though and once again light and refreshing but flavorful. Would skip. Jumbo prawn robata: maybe i'm not the biggest fan of grilled meats, but I also didn't find this dish as tender or flavorful as I would have liked, though it was definitely executed well. Would skip. Broccolini side: a solid accompaniment to the meats, with a smoky, grilled flavor. Not especially unique on its own though. Would skip. Dessert platter: while we could have ended our meal after the starters and sushi, we really could have ended our meal after our entrées course. Up to this point, we were able to finish everything that was brought out, but this giant final course finally defeated us. Accommodating our dairy allergy, the dessert platter consisted of fruit, two scoops of sorbet, and two prepared desserts: one coconut-based pudding and one cup of bananas foster without ice cream. I appreciated that the fruits didn't just consist of basic items that you can regularly find in a grocery store, as they included passion fruit, star fruit, lychee, yellow kiwi, and mango. These didn't taste the most flavorful and fresh though, so it would have been nice to feature in-season but still off-the-beaten-path fruits instead. The coconut-based pudding had a sour flavor, which wasn't my favorite. The bananas foster was done well, but not especially unique to Zuma. We both loved the coconut sorbet. Would just get that again if ordering à la carte. Overall, we did not leave this tasting menu hungry. The sheer volume and variety of dishes we got to try by far makes the price point worth it. Some notes on service: * They were busy when we got there at 6:30 and even busier when we left at 8:30. Even though we had reservations, we had to wait to be seated. * Maybe it's because we were seated way towards the back, but we weren't checked on that often for water refills. I would have preferred to have our own pitcher at the table at that point. * As someone else mentioned, we didn't get very detailed introductions to our dishes. Our server mentioned how some garnishes take days to make, so I would have liked to hear about which ones and how they were made. Though there were some hits and misses, it was overall a great experience. I liked that the atmosphere was upscale with dimmed lighting, but not so dark that you can barely see your dining companions' faces. Next time, I would come again and order à la carte so I don't leave feeling overstuffed! read more

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The food was good, but the service did not meet the standards one would expect from a restaurant inside the Four Seasons. To start, we were initially seated all the way in the back. We asked to be moved to a different table, and while we understood the host needed to check the system, the process was inefficient--we walked across the entire restaurant only to be sent back again once a new table was confirmed. It would've been more considerate to let us wait at the original table while she finalized the change. As first-time guests, we came in with no knowledge of the menu, the concept, or whether there was a recommended way to order. Unfortunately, the server offered no guidance. He didn't ask if it was our first visit, didn't explain the menu, and didn't provide any recommendations. Service felt rushed and impersonal. Our appetizers arrived before our drinks, and the entrees and sides were brought out at different times. For example, we received the potato side dish well before the main meal, so we ate it separately. While still mid-meal, we were asked if we wanted dessert, which felt premature and made us feel hurried. We also overheard our server describing an off-menu dessert to another table, but when we asked about dessert options, he simply handed us the menu without mentioning anything additional. The difference in service was noticeable and disappointing--it felt like he was more focused on getting us out than providing a good experience. While the ambiance was nice overall, there was a couple across the restaurant engaged in overly intimate behavior, which made the setting uncomfortable for those of us dining with family. It's not something you'd expect or want to witness in a place of this caliber. read more

of the 10 things we ordered, three were good: thinly sliced chutoro, wagyu strip loin tataki, and corn. everything else was mid. service, cocktails, and dessert were bad. read more

A great place for special occasions as the service and vibes of the place fits a higher end theme. Had the signature omakase, which was delicious as always. I think they use a tad too much acidity in some of their dishes, but the freshness of the fish, creative flavor combos, and delicious dishes makes up for it all. Would definitely recommend for a special night! read more

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We got the signature omakase and it hit the spot. Skip your meals for the day because they bring you a TON of food. My favorites were the salmon tartare, the soft shell crab and the beef. MVP of the night was the black miso cod - it was oh so delicious!!! My least favorite dish was probably the scallops as they were a tad overcooked. For cocktails, I highly recommend the raspberry martini! And make sure you leave room for the chocolate lava cake dessert! read more

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I came here for a friends birthday dinner. The restaurant is located in the four seasons hotel the ambiance was ok it was really loud. For starters i had the tiger prawn tempura and calamari. The tiger shrimp tempura that was pretty good. The calamari was really overcooked and it was cold. For my main dish i had the salmon with rice and broccolini. The salmon and rice was really good the broccolini came out late and it was very salty and burnt. Some of my friends ordered sushi and i really enjoyed that. I also had a rose and lychee martini and that was really good. The service was quite slow. I would come back for the drinks and sushi. read more

Went on a Sunday and they only had brunch. Seemed like reservations were necessary and not available for individuals. The all-you-can-eat sushi and apps were very good. Subtle, simple, but delish. The NA sink I had was fresh and festive. The dessert was over the top. Bar staff were kind, seating staff not very friendly. Restaurant was in the hotel, and it was pricey but fun for splurge. read more

Came here to celebrate a special occasion and it was a lovely experience. The interior is beautiful, and service was great. We sat next to the izakaya grills which was very fun to watch, and the seats were very comfortable! I got the lychee martini which was delicious, and my partner liked his Japanese manhattan (very strong!). For food, we decided to go a la carte and ordered lots: the soft shell crab katsu, pork belly skewers and grilled scallops. All were yum, though I would have liked the crab a half shade lighter. In addition we ordered the torched salmon belly, California maki and spicy tuna rolls, both were decent but the salmon belly was nothing to write home about. We also got the black cod, Chilean seabass (my favorite), the koji chicken and sweet corn. I particularly loved the herb salad that came with the crab and seabass! The chicken was probably our least favorite, it was very very tender but had a strange texture as well that made it a little hard to finish. For dessert we got the chocolate lava cake, yum! Overall, would go back to try their brunch but definitely a steep price point so probably only for special occasions. read more

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excellent service, food, and the restaurant had good music and scenery. Food came out hot and very well prepared

We are fans of their weekend brunches. However, it has been watered down over time to have less value. For example, sashimi is no longer offered and the entree portions are halved for some of the dishes. The service and ambiance continues to be a highlight. Our most recent visit, we had the pleasure of having 'Friday' as our server and she was fantastic. I might suggest offering two versions of the brunch - a 'classic' and an 'upgraded' version, read more

I didn't love Zuma for the price. The elevated price set my expectations high. The scallops were very good, as was my strawberry mocktail, but everything else missed the mark. The portions are so tiny you have to buy many plates for it to add up to a full meal. I tried the edamame, veggie tempura, Shishido peppers, and lava cake dessert. I wish all of the plates were as elevated and intentional as the scallops, but instead they were simple and underwhelming. read more

Zuma - Lava cake - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I had one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've ever had at Zuma during my husband's 40th birthday celebration. We booked a long, pre-planned tasting menu in advance -- the kind of menu that naturally runs longer -- and the pacing of the entire evening was fully controlled by the restaurant. We were also ordering and enjoying multiple bottles of wine throughout the night, so we were clearly engaged, celebrating, and spending. Despite all of this, while we were still in the middle of the meal (again, timed and paced by them), a manager came over and abruptly told us that if we didn't leave within 15 minutes, we'd be charged an additional $500. It was shocking and deeply embarrassing. We weren't lingering, we weren't delaying the meal -- we were literally eating the courses they brought out at the pace they set. As a result, we were essentially rushed out of the restaurant. We didn't finish our dinner, and the dessert we had prepaid for was never served. What should have been a special, celebratory, thoughtfully planned evening ended with us feeling blindsided, unwelcome, and pushed out the door. For a restaurant with this reputation and price point, the lack of professionalism and respect was unbelievable. I would strongly caution anyone considering hosting a special event here -- the experience completely ruined what should have been a memorable night. read more

The service and ambiance were excellent. Very cool modern atmosphere. Plating was excellent.

The best restaurant in USA period!!! I go at least 4 times a year!!!! And i wish i could go more often But it is expensive. But so worth it!!!! From drinks to Appetizers/and roasted crabs or Lobsters...and the Lava Cake?? OMG!!!!! Insanely delicious!!! Excellent Service !! Excellent!! ZUMA BOSTON-you have my heart!! read more

One of the best spots for sushi in Boston! Loved every appetizer, and the ambience was just perfect. The service was top-notch, making the whole experience even better. Even if you're not a sushi fan, there are plenty of great options to choose from. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu! read more

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Definite social meet up spot located inside the 4 seasons. A modern japanese with cool decor. I went in with my girlfriends and we had so much fun. We had the tasting menu (premium for my girls of course) where we celebrated my birthday way too early. Food was not the star, my absolute favorite was the service. So spot on and we laughed so hard all night long. There were so many dishes....i couldn't remember what everything was! read more

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I had such an amazing meal and service yesterday. I had been to Zuma before, but my cousin whom was with me hadn't. The server explained the menu and ordering options for us. We ordered a few appetizers, and a couple of sushi rolls, to share. The food and service didn't disappoint. And we are both foodies. Our reservations were for 6:30 on a Tuesday night. By the time we left, the place was packed. That tells you everything you need to know. I would highly recommend. read more

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This place has plenty of reviews and doesn't need mine but I'm here to say SOLID place! Excellent menu and delicious food. Felt special. I was unwell during the dinner and I still enjoyed it. Food preparation was lovely thoughtful and caring. Very tasty. Chef should be proud. Very well run restaurant. I recommend this place if you're okay spending the big bucks! read more

I've been here 3 times and it never fails. The food is delish and amazing. The service was professional and promptly. Reservation is encouraged for sure but there's a $30/pp cancellation fee if you don't cancel prior to certain hour/date (forgot what it was). First two times, we did the $165 omakase menu. The third time, we decided to order a la cart which added up as the same price as omakase but it included drinks. We love the tuna & salmon tartare, truffle risotto and grilled cod. The restaurant located on the second floor on the Four Season hotel. It's dimmed and lively. The interior is nicely decorated, their high ceiling give it a grand feeling. It's always filled with patrons even on weekdays. Tip: when a server recommends you something, ask for the price. We ordered an 8-piece maki and it was $49, but it was yummy. read more

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Been coming here since it has opened in 2018. I'll say Zuma is consistent. Always a good vibe. Will be coming back here for years to come. read more

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So. Went with family who had been to Zuma before. The restaurant is beautiful. Modern, comfortable seating lots of windows. Elevator from lobby to restaurant. Staff was on point, informative and friendly . We tried several dishes and they were all very good. It's pricey so it's not a place we would go to often but it was a fun experience just the same. Their cocktails and drinks are generous and very good also. I'd recommend trying them out. I'll go back again when I'm in the area. read more

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Swanky Izakaya where the drink requires almost as much attention as the food. The Takahasi Cooler is a blueberry, blackberry, mint, lime and apple vodka concoction that I would highly recommend. Would also try the Yamatochi Cooler, a refreshing tequila, mint, ginger, lychee, elderflower and lime libation. The food is masterly crafted and presented, for which you will pay handsomely. The basic Omakase runs $138 and the premium is $168. Try Zuma's tempuras, either the rock shrimp with chili tofu (Ishi Ebi) or the softshell crab katsu with wasabi mayo and fennel salad. The Robata (grilled skewers, similar to Yakitori) is always yummy, and my personal favorites were the grilled scallops with pickled plum, shiso, and mentaiko butter. There's the signature black cod marinated in saikyo miso and wrapped in a hoba leaf, and a selection of 4 different Wagyu's. As for grilled seafood, I was pleased with the Alaskan king crab in a ponzu lime butter, although that alone will set you back $79. This is one of the few Japanese establishments where I would order some of the more exotic and mouthwatering cuts of sushi or sashimi. I would spring for the Chu Toro (medium fatty, my favorite) or the Oh Toro (very fatty) tuna, as well as the Uni, but only if the Uni is from Japan (do not waste your money on Uni from Maine), so be sure to ask ahead of time "where the Hni from?" Before ordering. The entire dinner will set you back a mini-King's ransom, so start saving now! read more

So it was my first time at Zuma Boston. Be prepared to dress fashionable and trendy. It doesn't have to be expensive but I noticed a lot of the guests wearing designer and expensive brands.I heard that they validate the valet parking. Do so. It's a lot easier than parking somewhere under the hotel and also cheaper. I had a reservation even with the latest reservation time accepted I still had to wait 10 to 15 minutes. It's very night clubbing with the loud music and chatter of the guests. Ive been to the Zuma in Vegas, and it seems a bit more calm than Boston. I sat at the counter and the service was great. No complaints. The server assisted in helping me choose enough food al la carte. Great recommendations. I ordered some sushimi, a California roll, and a spider, some steak, and then the exotic fruit. It quickly added up to almost $300 for myself alone with the tip. Overall great experience and food. I would definitely come back! read more

My friend and I came for lunch during Dine Out Boston, for which had a streamlined menu that you could choose 4 things from, for $32 (some things cost extra). Both of our orders came with a miso soup, which was a bad start to our meal. There was definitely way too much miso paste in the soup, creating a really imbalanced, heavy, fermented flavour. I took a few sips and couldn't bear it any longer. Actually quite shocking to me, since I think miso soup is a very fundamental dish for most high-end Japanese (-adjacent?) restaurants to perfect. Our eight dishes came intermittently as they were ready, which I liked, since it felt like we could eat leisurely without seeing a tableful of yet-uneaten food. Some highlights that I really liked were the spicy tuna roll, which had a really full, fresh flavour in the fish and a very tasty dollop of sauce on the top; and the salmon tartare, which was very fragrant and came on top of a yummy, slightly-sweet bun (not sure why it was called a miso bun). We had the prawn and black cod dumplings, which had a strange mouthfeel to it - just a bit of a strange juxtaposition for the flavour/texture of fish in the wrapping of a dumpling, which is def not common. But still a very good dish nonetheless! I also had the mixed sashimi donburi which was really delicious! The fish bites were so fresh and the portion sizes of fish, veggie, avocado, rices, etc. was very well-planned. Tuna tataki was a bit meh - not an amazing flavour from the slightly seared edges but the sauce was a nice touch. At the end, there was a nice treat - I had forgotten that we had indicated that we were here for a birthday meal, and the server surprised us with a scoop of matcha ice cream on the house :) I love matcha sm, so I was super happy with this. All in all, definitely a good meal, and I was glad I had the chance to come try it out during Restaurant week. However, skimming through the normal menu and noting how much dishes ordinarily cost, I'm not sure if the quality of everything would be necessarily worth another visit. (Especially the miso soup, the poor quality of which honestly still confounds me.) read more

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Wow. FANTASTIC Japanese restaurant in the Four Seasons hotel. My friend and I both ordered the premium omakase (the only difference between premium and standard, is the premium includes fresh wasabi, caviar, and truffles). It was served with about 10 courses (including dessert), each with their own unique flavor. Presentation of each dish was beautiful and thoughtful, and the flavor combinations were perfect. The fish was all VERY fresh and the fresh wasabi (grinded table-side) was something new I hadn't tried before! My favorite dishes were the mushroom-like risotto and the steak. You WILL be very full by the time you are finished. Environment is very sleek and classy, and they really stress a formal dress code (they will call and remind you of it several times before your reservation). Service was both friendly and attentive. Expensive price tag ($165), but the quality and taste of the food made it worth it to me. Incredible food and experience, I will 100% be back!! read more

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Amazing experience - food, drinks, ambiance, all of it. Highly recommend the wagyu gyoza, chicken skewers, and rice hot pot, though everything on the menu looks delicious. We were celebrating and we will be back. read more

Music,vibes,drinks,food,service,clean, Place is top notch!First time here.A must checkout! read more

Zuma - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Zuma Boston has became a favorite date spot for my boyfriend and I. We splurge on special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries so be prepared to spend at least $150+ (that includes drinks and tip). I'm not sure how quick you can get a table without a reservation, it's best to make one with how busy they get. Service is always great and I love the cozy, romantic vibe it has inside. Their bathroom and outside lobby make a great spot for mirror selfies and instagram pics. Food and drinks have consistently been excellent. I LOVE their uni (sea urchin). It's so creamy and fresh, you can tell they really use top quality. I've had bad uni before and it's not a pleasant taste. read more

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Some hits and some misses. Tried the premium omakase experience. It's good but nothing particularly memorable. The staff is pretty nice though, that was the best part. I appreciate how friendly everyone was. Overall it's an expensive chain restaurant that doesn't quite deliver on the hype. It feels like a chain and delivers moderate consistency. If you don't know the local spots in a major city, this chain might be the best option. I have no idea why you'd go to the NYC location, there's a ton of great restaurants there. Boston has fewer options but still, I prefer them over what I had here. The dumplings were a bit burned, leaving a bitter aftertaste. The highlight was the scallop course. Those were nicely prepared. The nigiri course was good but not enough. For the price, I expected more of that and less of the other things. The risotto-like dish was not good. I didn't even get a picture of it. It's just heavy and had the consistency of paste. Did not finish. The fresh wasabi was cool but watching the waiter try to rub the root on the cheese grater for 5 full minutes and get little result was borderline comical. The result was not enough wasabi to go with the course. I didn't care for some of the heavier options. The omakase had some highlights but overall trended down. I was told they did lobster and wagyu at some point earlier but seem to have shifted to increase their margin with fewer high end ingredients. Great staff. Nice interior. But not a place I will return. read more

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So my group and I mostly went to this place for drinks and appetizers so this review is based on that experience. Firstly, the area was beautiful. Warm lighting and large wooden panels line the wall. The aesthetic felt modern and sleek with influence from Japan. The music was not overbearing and even when the restaurant was full, it never was loud. The service was great. From the bartender to the waiters, everyone was kind and professional. They were patient and we never felt rushed to leave. In terms of food and drinks, the biggest highlight were the drinks. If you're coming here, I would recommend ordering the cocktails with a few appetizers to snack on. All of them tasted delicious and unique and would be the main reason if/when I come back. The food was alo very good with a solid selection. As I mentioned earlier x most were appetizers but all the ones we ordered were tasted great with the exception of the tuna/salmon dip, but it was mostly an issue with texture for me. The biggest issue for me was the price. As great of an experience as it was for me, the price was a bit much. I think the food was overpriced relative to the taste, portion, and experience. But if you're looking to impress and for a special occasion, I would recommend! read more

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Absolutely one of the best places to eat and hang out with friends and family Best food and service! The atmosphere is amazing!

My rating is based purely on the best cod fish in all of Boston. I came here at a friend's suggestion to try the black miso cod dish and I did not leave disappointed. The fish was literally perfect and every bite leaves you wanting more. The miso sauce was also so amazing that they should consider selling it in retail stores so they can spread the wealth a bit. The presentation was also beautiful and the restaurant ambiance gave off a very grandesque vibe. read more

Zuma - Black cod - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We celebrated our friend's birthday here and the experience was so special. Every dish was delicious and Zuma definitely made it to my top restaurants in Boston. The tuna tartare was the most memorable with the presentation and unique blend of flavors. I was speechless after taking a bite of the tartare mixed with caviar served on top of the light buttery bread. The steak frites dipped in the green sauce was so delicious as well. We also enjoyed the skewers especially the crispy pork belly one. We got two orders of sushi. I forgot the name but one had hamachi and the other had soft shelled crabs. They were both amazing! For drinks, I got the lychee cocktail and it tasted like juice (so dangerous). The dessert sealed the deal! The green tea coconut cake with a side of ice cream was phenomenal. Our waitress was awesome and super friendly! They had like 3 kitchens so the food came pretty quick. read more

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