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    Elena H.

    My fiancé and I came here for dinner on Friday night from a friend's recommendation. We loved our experience and really enjoyed the meal! I see this is described as omakase in multiple reviews here but their tasting menu is Asian fusion as it says in its description and not omakase. Chef Robert was super entertaining and engaging. The tasting menu had a great variety of flavors and I genuinely enjoyed each course, including the monkfish liver mousse which surprised me because I usually don't appreciate monkfish liver. We really enjoyed our visit and would definitely recommend. I liked the courses and flavors much better than some other comparable Asian tasting menus we've tried in the area. The coconut panna cotta dessert made by pastry chef Peter was really good too. Aside from the food itself, Chef Robert made the experience fun and the service was very attentive!

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    Michael C.

    Amazing... First of all I would NOT call 808 Zone an Omakase restaurant. The style of service is definitely along the lines of an Omakase experience. If you come here expecting a traditional Japanese Omakase, you will be severely disappointed. Just as the website states: "An exquisite Asian Pacific Fusion Cuisine experience in Foster City" https://808-zone.com/ 1000% ACCURATE The Fusion Tasting Menu changes form month to month as well. The dinners are led by a small team; Chef Robert, Carol and Peter the Pastry Chef. The setting is small and intimate, and they do a great job. Chef Robert is charming and informative. The interaction is very pleasant and every dish has a story. I took da Wahine out for her birthday dinner, so this is our December experience to remember... #Fusion Tasting Menu - Best of 2024: Welcome Apéritif: ~ Sparkling Lychee, Plum and Yuzu Cocktail - 5/5 An exquisite delicate, well balanced cocktail that was not too sweet. Salad: ~ King Crab/Chayote - 3.5/5 This was our least favorite dish of the evening. Best to eat together; a piece of Crab with Chayote in one bite. Cold Amuse-bouche: ~ Media - 4/5 Barrel fish with a strong truffle flavor, delicate and tender. ~ Ankimo Mouse - 5/5 Mouse made form Monk fish liver on a secret toast (I won't spoil the secret), topped with Parsley dust and Saffron flavored Caviar. Tasty! ~ Hamachi Cone - 5/5 Hamachi in a cone topped with Orange flavored mouse. Hot Amuse-buche: ~ Tuna Tartare - 4.5/5 Tuna Tartare topped with Gochujang, Mango Puree and Caviar accompanied with a Fried Lotus Root Chips. Very Unique flavor profile. ~ Anago - 4.5/5 Japanese sea Eel with homemade dashi sauce. ~ Crab Soup - 5/5 Delish Crab soup with Japanese yam at the bottom. Mix it up and enjoy! ~ Mentaiko Scallop - 5/5 Sashimi grade Hokkaido Scallop served on a Hot Stone topped with salad homemade spicy Mentaiko sauce. Main Courses: ~ Abalone/Hokkaido Uni Chawanmushi - 5/5 Excellent! Likely steamed; excellent flavor. Fusiion Chawanmushi with Uni and mushrooms, accompanied by pickled onion. ~ Fusion Iwana Sashimi - 5/5 A very creative dish with smoked Iceland Artic Char. I don't think I had Smoked Sashimi before. Brilliant presentation as well. ~ Chef Choice of Sushi Nigiri - - Stripjack - 4/5 - Pacific Bluefin Tuna - 5/5 - Golden Eye Snapper - 4.5/5 ~ Sushi Mini Don - 5/5 Amazing Mini Don topped with Grade A+ Uni form Hokkaido. I could eat this all day! ~ 808 Zone Signature Course: A5 Wagyu/Scallion Noodles - 5/5 Um...yes please. I could eat this as a dish itself. Noodles were not heavy. Brilliant portion control. ~ Tom Yum Soup - 5/5 Delicate flavor with a bit of heat. NOT traditional! It's a fusion take, so so don't expect a Thai Tom Yum or you will be disappointed. Dessert: ~ Coconut Panna Cotta - 4.5/5 A bit on the tangier side for my liking due to to Kiwi, but still brilliant! Great texture and presentation. Da Wahine got an extra treat for her Birthday. And as a Holiday bonus the form Pastry Chef Peter we got a little something to go as well. Mahalo! We left 808 Zone very satisfied, not overly stuffed nor hungry to the point we needed to go eat something afterwards. Chef Robert expressed his desire to make his patrons feel comfortable and content. Come on down to 808 Zone for a very memorable dining experience!

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    Dave D.

    Let's start with the obvious: you need to love great food and have 3 hours and $200 to go here. It's worth every minute and every dollar. This is a small family run fusion restaurant, mostly Japanese style. The restaurant itself is small and clean. They clearly put in the time and effort to assemble a great product. The main chef (Robert ) is entertaining as he explains the thought process and origins of every dish and practically every ingredient. The other owner / pastry chef (Peter) also does a great job. The attention to detail is incredible. Normally I run down every dish and tell you the good and bad about each. This tasting menu has 16 different items so I'm not going to do that. The obvious highlights were the mini sushi Don with "A+" uni from Hokkaido, the A5 wagyu/noodles, the Tom yum (with the best Canadian shrimp ever), the nigiri sushi, the panna cotta and the birthday pastries. These dishes stood out as amazing. Runner up dishes were the hamachi cone (not sure all the flavors lined up with the various layers), the tofu replacement for the chawsnmushi (tofu could be a bit silkier and slightly more seasoning), scallop (great scallop but the spicy mentaiko sauce is missing something- idk what), anago with eggplant (needs something to kick up the flavor a bit). I thought the crab soup was a miss. It was a bit bland and really hard to eat with the tiny spoon. The sashimi fish was somewhat overpowered by the smoke infused flavor. Overall this was a fantastic experience. I highly recommend and I'll definitely return soon.

    Horace L.

    Not a traditional Japanese omakase style, but a more modernized, "social media", creative food. One can tell they spent a lot of effort in creating the menu and finding different flavor pairings to certain dishes. If you are interested in a more modern style, photo opportunities, and a quiet atmosphere, this is the place for you. Nestled in an apartment community that is not obvious at first sight, it's very cozy. Parking is quite easy to find because it's Foster City and it's a really safe area to be in. The bar seats 8 and there's a few tables here and there. I recommend getting a reservation (not sure if it is reservation only). The interior is very clean and well lit for you to take social media food photos. Food was delicious! I loved all the dishes that came out and each had their own flair to them. Hard to pick a favorite of my own, everyone's tastes are different. The fish was exceptional quality and I made devoured every morsel quickly. I attached pictures of every dish as well as the menu. Note: for 2025, Chef is thinking about doing more seasonal items. Chef Robert was very talkative and entertaining. He was very welcoming and made sure that he got a chance to interact with everyone. He had a lot of fun entertaining all of us, giving us ample time to finish our food but enough time to chit chat. He's also very sharp with small details: one of the girls that sat next to us had an expensive camera and the server was about to pass the Tong Yum soup over the counter to her, but the chef stopped her, commenting it should be served next to her, not over the counter, as there is a chance the soup may spill over her camera, potentially damaging it. Now that is caring customer service! Priced at $150 a person, price is steep, but keep in mind you are paying for the art and time it took for the chef to create such extraordinary, unique dishes. And I really mean "unique". The service staff are also super kind and attentive, very hardworking as well (The pastry chef was the busboy and our waiter that night...wow). I would say it's a great place to try a different take on Japanese cuisine with more modern flair and flavors. It's worth a try for sure!

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    Sheila E.

    Celebrated my birthday here and had the tasting menu. Everything was really good! I think my least favorite was the king crab/chayote salad, which was the first dish. It wasn't terrible but it also wasn't amazing either. It was all pretty amazing after that though! I was trying to rank the dishes but it came to a point where I just couldn't pick one anymore so I figure I go based on memory for what stood out a week or so later and the winners are: the hamachi cone, mentaiko scallop (the saaaauuce), abalone/Hokkaido chawanmushi, and the sushi mini don with A+ grade uni. I'm drooling thinking of them. Loved the whole experience sitting at the chef's table. It was a really laid back vibe yet still very special. Got extra desserts that were not part of the tasting menu. The desserts were all so good and gets the highest Asian compliment, "not too sweet". Standout desserts for me were the coconut panna cotta, which was part of the tasting menu, the matcha, walnut, and peppermint chocolate tarts.

    Kimberly N.

    If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, this Japanese/Asian fusion restaurant is a must-try. The restaurant is pretty casual inside, but welcoming. The prix fixe menu is well crafted and changes every month. You can look for their menu on their website. For $150 per person, it's a lot cheaper than other places in the peninsula. Reservations are easily made on opentable. Each course perfectly balancing of Asian influences. Some of the stand out dishes were the "burger" made with mushroom and the fish in a cone. Really unique dishes, and oddly enough delicious. I ate many things that I haven't tried before. They also had 3 choices for sake flights. They refilled our flight after we finished it for free. Also, you can choose beer if that's more your style. The service is impeccable! Highly recommended for anyone seeking a unique, top-tier dining experience! Would love to try the bar seating next time.

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    Bo N.

    December 2024 tasting menu: 10/10 Highlights: - Sparkling Lychee cocktail - Hamachi cone - Fusion Iwana Sashimi - Tuna tartare - Chawanmushi - Sushi mini don This was a unique omakase experience, and Chef Robert and his team were warm and welcoming. We'll be back!

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    Joseph M.

    This omakase spot has been on my bucket list for a while now and this place certainly lived up to expectations! I made reservations on open table this Sunday and when I arrived, I was warmly greeted by the host Carol and Peter as they sat me and the bar. They started me off with a light and sweet yuzu cocktail as the chef got ready with the courses. While I waited, I ordered the $80 seasonal sake flights on the side which were great. As for the $150 omakase for 15 courses, it was incredible! Chef Robert's creativity is insane. This is not your typical omakase spot. Their focus is on much more than just nigiri which is what I find very unique compared to other omakase places I've been to. The highlight courses in my opinion are the crab mochi, shellfish chawanmushi, sushi mini don, and the tuna tartar. But in general, all the courses on the menu were just an explosion of flavor, sophistication, and it just screams high quality. Another cool thing about this spot is that every month their tasting menu alternates which means there's always something new to try. As I am currently reviewing, this is the tasting menu for August 2024. The service here was also very consistent. Carol, Peter, and Chef Robert were very kind, friendly, receptive, and take into account customer preferences. The ambiance of the place is also very beautiful. The place is nicely decorated and located in a very nice area of Foster City. I will definitely be back! I highly recommend this spot for someone looking for a unique and personable omakase experience! Try it out if you like.

    Tu-Anh N.

    WHEN: Sun @5:30pm PARKING: Free right in front since it's located in an outdoor shopping center. I came here for 2 reasons: 1.) My sis loves doing Omakase for her birthdays 2.) There was a 20% discount just that month thanks to an influencer, which is how I learned of this place (should out of to Charissa!) This 16-course Omakase Tasting is $150 (before discount). I believe there is a limited seating of 8 for Omakase, and somehow during our slot, one party of 4 could not longer make it, so it was my sis and I, and 2 other lovely ladies. The entire engagement was 2 hours long The evening started with a lovely introduction of the entire staff, with a welcoming cocktail that tasted so good, we ordered a carafe of it, haha. WELCOME APERITIF - Sparkling Lychee, Plum, and Yuzu Cocktail. Everything else that came after that was phenomenal. The experience was unique and fun. There was a tasting trivia where they gave us an opportunity to win a piece of nigiri, which sadly we did not win. But it was fun to guess what the piece toast was made from! Oh another one is if we post something on social media, we receive a bonus dish! That bonus dish was what let to that fun trivia of guessing! Ahhh this place is all sorts of fun! Since we were there to celebrate my sister's birthday, they even brought out a bonus dessert for her, with a candle and everything! Most Omakase places dont even do that--maybe just a candle but that's it. Thank you 808 Zone for a wonderful birthday celebration!

    Julian Y.

    I saw this spot on social media, so I wanted to try it. The omakase was $150 per person and reservations can be made in advanced easily online. You get to pick standard seating or bar seating, but if you want more of an experience, then pick the bar seating. Upon entering, we were welcomed by Carol. We had a welcome apertif which was a delicious lychee and yuzu cocktail. All of the food were yummy and I love the creativity behind it. I really enjoyed hearing how Chef Robert came up with each dish and he was very interactive and funny. The desserts were made by Peter which was absolutely delicious. We even got a blueberry lemon loaf to take home! Their menu changes so I will definitely be back to see what other delicious courses Chef Robert comes up with.

    Diane B.

    Foster City is rarely a destination, now that I don't work nearby, and this area is an unexpected location for any non fast food restaurant, especially a high end one. The crew here is charming and attentive. The food is very good, though not spectacular. The night we were there for a 6:00 seating there was only 1 other table of 6 was seated. I hope they get a chance to prosper. I will mention here the highlights, because there just too many preparations to name them all: The crab salad opener with mango and cucumbers was one of my favorites. With dungeness season still not open it was king crab. It was sweet and briny. 4* In the following coarse, the hamachi with yuzu foam with a little sweet ikura on top was my favorite. The smoked salmon mousse with pomme soufflee was not very well thought out. The "mousse" was more like thick cream cheese texture, and pomme soufflee, was the texture of a thick potato chip. It was awkward to eat, and the textures didn't match up very well. 2.5* On the other hand, the sunshine dumpling, which I believe had shrimp in it, was their version of xiao long bao had great umami and a not too thin, not too thick near perfect dough. 5* The 808 Zone signature - A5 Wagyu fried rice was surprisingly wonderful. perfect fried rice with a good sized piece of meat on top and a good proportion of just right sized chunks within. It's a shame to cook wagyu too long, but its texture benefits, from being more on the medium side of medium rare. This was a perfect temperature. 5* Usually, chawanmushi is one of my favorites. This was described as shellfish chawanmushi. I was unable to find any seafood in it at all. I would like it a bit firmer also, this was just too soupy. 2.5* Sushi mini don was very good. all my favorite "eggs" on top. Domestic uni, Hokkaido uni, and ikura. Very fresh and luxurious. 4* The remaining dishes were good, but didn't stand out. They included a toro taku temaki, chef's choice nigiri, House special broth and dessert Service was heartwarming. Each dish was presented and described by the person who prepared it. The sushi chef came by at the end and asked for our favorites and any critiques. Great touch. Price was a bit high, but we didn't feel cheated. Food: 34/40 Service: 18/20 Atm/intangibles: 16/20 Value: 16/20 Overall: 84/100

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    Carmen S.

    Located in Foster City, this little gem is worth the drive! I first came across this spot from an Instagram post and just could not resist. I came twice in one month! (If that's not saying something then idk what will!) Chef Robert, Carol and Peter really display their passion for food and pay so much attention to the details. The restaurant is intimate and quiet but very welcoming. I believe they serve dinner in two waves: 5:30 and 7:30 dinner service. I would say sitting at the sushi bar versus sitting at a table gives you vastly different experiences. I really enjoyed sitting at the sushi bar and getting to chat with Chef Robert, Carol, Peter and the other patrons. At the table, the service is still excellent and Carol or Peter will still come and explain every dish to you but you definitely feel a little disconnected from Chef Robert. I loved that every dish was so specially curated and had a story behind it. The menu actually changes every month so your experience may be completely different. Robert, Carol and Peter are very knowledgeable in the food that they serve, where the fish come from, and even down to the dishes and silverware.My most memorable dishes were the pearl shrimp ball, mentaiko scallop and the shellfish chwanmushi. Absolutely delicious and hope that they'll keep a few of these on the menu. Also don't be fooled by Peter's quietness, he makes all of the pastries & they are absolutely delicious! As Carol said, they take the better parts of omakase and kaiseki to give you 808 Zone. If you're a stickler for tradition, you might not like this but personally, I truly enjoyed this experience and can't wait to be back to see what else is on the menu!

    Karen L.

    What an great experience I had in 808! My husband took me a surprise birthday dinner in 808 and I enjoyed and had so much fun from it! Food: we had 15 courses of tasting menu-from my experiences, the size always petite for most of the omakase but portion from 808 is better than I expected. Quality of each course are very unique especially the type of seafood, cooking method even though side dishes like pickles/gingers, they are totally different than what we had in elsewhere. Service: Carol & Peter are very attentive, caring and efficient. Full service being provided by the whole time. Ambiance: Super warm & fun atmospheres, lots of interaction between Chef Robert and guests. I like the way how he approaches to everyone, he introduce & explain us the food between each course, then assure & ask for feedback right after. I feel very relaxing and enjoying whole time. Therefore, 808 will be 1 of my favorite restaurant from now on. Trust me, I'm sure you will have a blast and unexpected experience from them!

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    Children loved the atmosphere. Food was good. Loved the chicken karage. Quiet and pleasant

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    How long is the entire omakase experience?

    2 hours

    Are dietary restrictions accommodated? Nothing crazy, I'm pescatarian and also don't eat tako.

    It is omakase. And they are very small, so I think it would be hard to accommodate restrictions. You could probably ask not to have tako, but they have their whole menu carefully planned in advance. It doesn't have an a la carte option

    Do you serve Japanese whiskey?

    Can I bring the children

    Cost for tasting menus?

    The current price for 15+ course Tasting menu is $150 per person.

    Do they take walk in?

    Walk in is not recommended. However, you might want to call the restaurant to check the seating availability on the day of the visit if you don't have reservations.

    Never been to restaurant like this. Is it set menu and how much?

    We feature an exquisite dining experience with 15+ small course tasting menu. The menu will be updated as frequently as monthly. The current regular price is $150 per person. There are two seatings available from Thursday thru Sunday weekly and… 

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    Taste & Glory

    4.4(862 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    I have been to taste and glory twice and have experienced great service each time. We have been…read moreseated quickly during weekday hours and fortunately for us it begins to fill up after we arrive. Very cute and small dining area. I believe they have another section for larger groups, but I havent been to that side. The food itself is very good. I am not much of a breakfast person, but I was satisfied with my Sweet Croffle and my boyfriend enjoyed his Spicy Crispy Chicken. My cousin wasn't too impressed with the salad, so I would recommend trying something aside from salads if you are looking for flavorful items. The star of the show for me is a Mango Passion Fruit drink. It is so delicious! My boyfriend and I have to pace ourselves from chugging the entire thing before the food arrives. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for a nice brunch. I wish they stayed open later, but I will definitely return to try more of the menu.

    Met some friends for brunch at Taste & Glory. I missed that they have a parking lot in the back,…read morebut it was easy enough to find street parking. You can tell they get very busy on weekends and they don't take weekend reservations. We got there around 10:30, and it did take a few minutes to get seated since we had a group of 5. I really enjoyed the Tom Yum scramble, but if I ordered it again, I'd ask for it without cheese since I didn't think the cheese really added anything to it. (I feel weird saying that since I love cheese!) The croissant that came with it was good. My friends liked the pancakes, the chicken croffle, and the udon. I got the house coffee which was fine, but folks seemed to enjoy the ube lattes (though said they were a little sweet). Service was very nice. I do think even with them being busy, I didn't get the sense they were trying to push us out the door when we were done. This is a cute place, lots of close tables though so not where I'd go for a quiet conversation.

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    Prime BBQ - Yakitori

    Prime BBQ

    4.7(942 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Kitchen open late

    Overall, a really solid spot that the whole family enjoyed--the kids especially loved the beef…read moretongue curry. Most of the seafood and skewers hit the mark, with just one miss on the veggies. The Highlights: Abalone in Shell with vermicelli (5/5): Fresh, tender, and perfectly prepared. Scallops in Shell with Vermicelli (5/5): Fantastic flavor and texture Beef Tongue Curry: Rich, comforting, and a huge hit with the kids. The tongue was cooked just right. Skewers & Sides: Abalone Skewers (4/5): slightl larger pieces than the ones served in the shell, tasty and well-charred. Shrimp Skewers (4/5): Well-seasoned and cooked properly without drying out. Corn Skewers (3/5): A bit of a letdown. Heavily over-seasoned to the point where the natural sweetness of the corn was completely lost. Definitely worth a visit for the seafood and curry--we'll be back, but will likely skip the corn next time.

    Exactly what you're expecting when you want skewers. Everything was flavorful and well-cooked…read more Favorites were spicy beef skewers, mochi bacon, scallop in butter sauce, grilled oyster with garlic. The mentaiko udon stir fry was ok. I would skip the duck breast as it was kind of dry and not as flavorful as the other options they have. Price is borderline on still being somewhat reasonable but can add up quick if you have a big appetite. Decor made the ambiance nice. Service was fine. Food may be a little slow to come out depending on how busy they are. There is street parking but may be hard to get a spot during dinner time.

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    Chai Yo Thai Cuisine - Crispy Tofu

    Chai Yo Thai Cuisine

    4.5(117 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    A small place right in ECR. They've been on my radar for a while and I drive by this place often…read moreenough, but haven't actually stopped to come in until recently. Everything we ordered had been tasty. Prices are reasonable. They even have a whole vegetarian menu. Service was good. Friendly and not overbearing, though our wait staff kind of disappeared for stretches at a time. But not that big of a deal. I'll gladly come back and try other tasty offerings.

    Chai Yo is a very welcoming restaurant with very responsive staff. From outside the restaurant…read moreseems decrepit but the inside was spacious, clean and well lit. When we visited last night they were busy but we were quickly seated, honoring the reservations that we had. Water was on the table in seconds! The waiter took our order in minutes and the appetizer -- crispy spring roll -- was on our table a few minutes. The appetizer lived up to its name: it was hit, crispy and delicious! We ordered volcano beef, chicken pad thai and beef fried rice. The first two items, in a scale from 1 to 5, were at spicy level 3 and the last one at spicy level 2. And boy it was spicy. I cannot imagine how spicy level 5 would be!!! The food was fresh and well cooked. I am not a big fan of Thai food but my family is, so we go for Thai food every so often. I liked the fact that the staff knew which food items has MSG and which didn't making it easier to avoid it.

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    Kodawari Japanese Cuisine

    4.3(392 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    •$$$
    Takes reservations
    Vegetarian friendly

    Date night with hubby but we could totally could have made it a family dinner in those private…read morerooms that they have. I loved the decorations and made me feel we went away somewhere else. The food was great, so fresh. We ordered sushi rolls - Highly recommend "Victoria". Them as we were there we say some other incredible dishes that we absolutely said we were coming back. Service was great the staff is courteous. I just wished they would give us a bit of a menu insight. Some people like that.

    We were able to land a last minute reservation for a party of 9 in one of their private tatami…read morebooths. It was my birthday so it worked out as I had always wanted to try this place from what I saw on social media. The restaurant has a very modern aesthetic to it, also quite clean. I will say the hype fell a bit short when it came to their food. But it was still good, just nothing spectacular in my opinion. I am willing to give it another try and order different items from their menu, like their chirashi bowls or don sashimi boxes. We ordered a bunch of rolls and some hot food as well. Steeply priced and I think you can get the same quality for slightly cheaper at places like Sushi Kazoku or Kiroro. Their Valentine's Day roll stood out, so much so we ordered 2 of them! I also tried their Unagi Yaki-Udon, which was quite good as well (gotta get those noodles for long life!). Also, another plus is there is ample free parking!

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    808 Zone - asianfusion - Updated September 2026

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