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    BBQ Chung Dam

    4.6 (747 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Loud
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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Salad bar
    Savvy G.

    2 stars is me being nice, and that's because I thought that the salad bar was a cool touch. I came on a Tuesday afternoon with friends, we are black and brown people and I feel like we didn't get good service because of that. We had to ask for water when it was just given to everyone else upon arrival. When we wanted to order they kept walking past us, and everything would take a while. The guys energy was just off and not pleasant at all. We did not appreciate being treated differently. The only one that was helpful was a woman, and she came and helped us cook our meat a little bit. The restaurant is big and seats many people, and wasn't crowded when I came. The valet parking is $2. The salad bar had some decent items. The bathroom was clean. Their prices are good, but their food is decent. You get what you pay for. We felt uncomfortable here and would not return .

    Brian C.

    I've driven by BBQ Chung Dam for years but today I got to try their all you can eat premium Korean bbq! This is the best quality Korean bbq meat I've ever tasted, the all you can eat macaroni, kimchi and other sides were delicious too. Service was very attentive and the inside is beautifully decorated. Valet parking out front, I'll be back!

    Kbbq
    Odessa P.

    Tried this all you can eat korean bbq place on a busy weekend and was amazed by their service. They have a bar for fried dumplings, fried rice, corn with cheese, pasta, some fruits, dips for the meats and more. Our server kept coming back to offer us more meats and even changed our grill thrice, She even took our photo in the entrance where they have good backdrop. Valet parking is $3 which is okay, Place could be noisy and crowded but still worth to try.

    Susie T.

    No no no. This place made me throw up right away and I got sick after. I would never eat the hot deli food. I believe their ssamjang thats sitting out made me sick. It could also be some other foods, but im sure it wasn't. I see why a lot of people come here. Its 22$ for ayce. The inside is huge and plenty of seats. They even have an extra room for more seating. Im sure it is huge inside bc its "cheap", however. Its really not. You only get a few select meats, beef belly, various pork meats. They charge 1.99 EACH time for steamed egg. What a rip. They don't have some sauces and their meats tasted like its been out of the freezer for a few days. The corn cheese is pathetic here. I can go to 2n1 for 25$ and get all the steamed eggs, soondobu, cheesy donuts and the best corn cheese. So I cant even justify eating here bc its "cheap". I found cheaper with better quality and selections. The star simply bc this place made me throw up and sick. The service was good. They were friendly and attentive.

    Alice H.

    I came here along time ago when it used to be a diff restaurant I swear there was like a fish pond and everything. But anyway Me and bestie came here for our kbbq fix and you can't go wrong w the price here. The meat quality is actually pretty good. Salad bar was excellent. It kinda reminds me of when you go eat lunch after Sunday service at a Korean church LMAO Anyway we got sat down pretty quick. The place is huge. Meat came out quickly and consistently too. Would def come here again!!

    Beef Belly & Brisket
    Mary A.

    Came around 3:30 on a Friday and it wasn't too busy, which was really nice. Parking was easy! Free during lunch and self-parking in a small lot, but we were still able to find a spot without any trouble. We did the Happy Hour for $22 per person. Jimin was so kind and attentive, and she even went above and cooked the meats for us. All the staff were great and very friendly, which definitely made the experience better. However, we were a little disappointed with the meat quality. It wasn't the best, but I guess it matches the price point. Looking at the other tiers, they definitely seem more on the pricier side. The salad bar was a nice addition though. Not sure if I would necessarily come back, but the price isn't bad and the service was really good.

    Joyce D.

    They have some very affordable options for when you want AYCE KBBQ. There's an all-day special for $25.99. They also have a happy hour option. There is self serve banchan, fruit, and some hot food choices that you can serve yourself almost buffet style. They even have corn cheese you can get yourself. I love the grill they use. It's like a cast iron where your meat will get extra crispy especially when you're eating food like the large intestine. They have their own parking lot.

    Tayler S.

    I went to BBQ Chung Dam for the first time yesterday. There is a parking lot in front. We got seated right away and there was amply seating inside. I love that they have a salad bar which includes cheese corn, veggies, fried rice, macaroni salad, japchae, and much more. We got brisket, beef belly, and ribeye. Servers were very nice and attentive. Excellent service. Would definitely go there again.

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    Fiona T.

    Friends in LA or visiting soon--still looking for a date-night or Christmas gathering spot that your partner or family won't complain about? Chung Dam LA has you fully covered. The moment you walk in, you'll see a cute, romantic photo spot that's perfect for making a little memory with your partner. Inside, there's a large buffet area with hot dishes, salads, and banchan--great for families with different preferences. Prices are flexible too, ranging from a $22 Happy Hour deal to a $57 luxury all-you-can-eat option. We had to get the Luxury Prime Special after seeing that Omakase-level marbling Our must-orders: prime ribeye, beef short rib, and bone-in short rib. All melt-in-your-mouth and seriously fit for royalty. Cold noodles are also included in the Prime Special--which is rare for AYCE. Both the spicy and non-spicy versions are the traditional Korean way to end a BBQ meal, and it was the perfect finish. IG: socalhkfoodies

    Dining Area
    Lawrence A.

    We came here for thanksgiving 2025, last time I was here, it was under a different name, they've remodeled the inside it looks nicer now. The atmosphere is a lot better, There are different level of food you can order where they bring you the meat you choose to grill and they have a section where cooked foods are available (chicken wings, potatoes beef ribs, fried rice, noodles, salads, etc...) Service is friendly and attentive. The dining area is kept clean and presentable. They kept replacing the grill When we asked for the check, we noticed a line where you add a tip amount, but a service charge was included, when we asked the waiter what the service charge was for, he told us that it was a 18% gratuity automatically added to any party over 2 , the menu fine print said that single diner will be charged $10.99 service fee. Kinda sneaky of them to add a separate tip line in case you don't pay attention to the bill, and add a tip There is well lighted parking lot, with valet parking ($3.00)

    B. 5. Choice Ribeye 초이스 등심
    Fiona T.

    I don't know why this place isn't as well known as Quarters. The vibes were amazing. The lighting was bright and cozy. The restaurant was huge. I came in with a party of 8 but we couldn't sit together. We were placed in back to back booths. One table wanted to order the A. Premium special and the other wanted the B. Choice special. The server said we would have to move tables if we wanted to do that to prevent sharing food to the group that didn't order the A menu. We agreed but they said there weren't any tables available to move to but there were enough open tables. Both tables ended up just choosing the $39.99 B tier menu. The brisket and beef belly were extremely soft, juicy, and delicious. I couldn't stop eating these because they were so good. The marinated LA Galbi was also really good. The banchan section could be better but the fish cakes were good. I love that you can go to the self serve bar/salad bar to get your own banchan and sides like veggies, sauce, and garlic. We also grabbed the preprapared corn cheese from here too. Service was quick. We always had meat on our table and never had to chase staff down. Meat quality also stayed consistent throughout the whole meal. Can't wait to come back here again.

    Salad bar
    Giselle M.

    Super sad that they don't have their AYCE wagyu anymore! Was looking forward to taking my friend here to celebrate an occasion but they changed their menu. Service here is still pretty decent and would definitely come here again. The vibe of the restaurant is super chill with a great atmosphere. It's easy to order with the servers and they have a hot bar with a good amount of food to choose from. Their salad bar is stocked up too. Their parking lot is big and they have a valet on occasion

    Salad and rice wrappers
    Ahlennah B.

    Large intestine here is different from what you'd get at Aghassi or King Chang, very chewy, not at all soft, fluffy or fatty. Brisket is boring but beef belly is delicious! Marinated thin sliced pork and honeycomb black pork were great, as well! All of these things were on the $25 anytime AYCE option. A steal, in this town, for the quality of the meat. Steamed egg was $2 extra, but corn cheese, rice and a whole hot/cold bar of other items were included, even on weekends! Truly anytime. They also brought us a dressed salad and rice wrappers. Salad w/o dressing is available at the cold bar, along with large lettuce leaves for wrapping. Ventilation could use some work as this was very smoky. Also whatever audio issues they have...Bluetooth speaker, Internet or otherwise, the choppy music is ..quite the distraction for the ol' ADHD brain. Hopefully they get that fixed some day. All of our wait staff were friendly, helpful and checked in on us frequently. Great customer service!

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    Ask the Community - BBQ Chung Dam

    Is the restaurant open on Thanksgiving?

    Yes, we are open on Thanksgiving Day. Thank you!

    Take solo diners for AYCE? Menu ambiguous. Says "2 person minimum". But another part says "solo…

    You can dine solo for AYCE for the extra charge and the service is just as good!

    Is it 1st come 1st served or do I need a reservation?

    They have a reservation system but if you show up at an early time period you may not need it. I did just this for my business lunch but showed up just before it got busy at lunch on a weekday. So, yes, I recommend using a reservation if you're… Read more

    Is your lunch special happy hours valid at the GG location?

    What's the parking cost?

    I didn't pay for parking the day I went. I just parked and had my proof and left.

    Do they allow solo dining? Can a party of 1 have ayce?

    Yes! We welcome solo diners however it is $10 extra

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    Hangari Kalguksu - (LARGE) Hangari Bossam

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4(3.2k reviews)
    1.0 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

    the clam kalguksu (바지락 칼국수) was definitely the highlight for me! it was super yummy and really…read morerefreshing. i remember eating it on such a hot day and it honestly hit perfectly i also got the yulmu bibim-guksu (열무 비빔국수), which is a cold noodle dish, and that was really refreshing too. overall, this feels like such a good summer spot. the vibe was lax, you just sit down and enjoy!! even the water felt refreshing because they serve it in those cold korean metal cups hehe they also move pretty fast service-wise, which i appreciated, and it's in such a good area with a lot of other food spots nearby. i'm really happy i randomly came across this place and i can't wait to explore more around the area

    Visited Hangari on Saturday evening to try their renown Kalguksu with some friends. I've known that…read morespecific parking lot/strip mall to be a nightmare parking wise, so I bit the bullet and used the on-site valet. There is sometimes street parking but the availability is rough, it's tough to park, and even one of the meters we ended up at just didn't work. They only charge a $5 cash service charge though, which isn't bad. We were lucky to be seated right away, even in a packed restaurant. The restaurant has a surprisingly modern design, and is comfortable for as small as it is. We were quickly served their signature kimchis and barley rice. The kimchi, particularly the yeolmu (young summer radish) kimchi, has a unique flavor profile well suited to their food. We ordered 2 bowls of their plain kalgooksu, 1 bibim milmyun, and 1 tteokbokki. The food came out fairly quickly. The kalgooksu was as expected the star of the show. The anchovy broth brings a savory complexity that seems impossible for a soup made from just dried fish and a few other ingredients. It even has a rich, almost thick, quality to it that is surprising for a fish broth. Their noodles, the titular kalgooksu, have the signature irregularity and chew of knife cut noodles. I appreciate the vegetables that always come in kalgooksu, like potato, pumpkin, and zucchini, which offer an earthy heartiness to the light soup. My only complaint is that the potato is in huge irregular chunks, and is barely cooked, though I feel like I have had this issue with many of the kalgooksu bowls I've had over the years. The bibim milmyun was solid. I think that I prefer the texture and flavor of naengmyeon buckwheat noodles, but the milmyun, which are made with mostly wheat flour, still provide a satisfying chew. The sauce tasted bright and fresh, especially with a splash of added vinegar. It also came with a small side portion of spicy pork and some rice paper to wrap. The tteokbokki was the one let down of the meal. To be fair, I wasn't expecting much out of tteokbokki at all restaurant like this whose specialty is essentially the opposite. I ordered the tteokbokki as a "safe pick" for a picky eater in the group. It turned out to be a bit mediocre in our opinion, and that friend ended up enjoying their kalgooksu anyways. If you're looking to try this dish, it's definitely one of if not the best I've had in Southern California, so I'd totally recommend it. I'll also warn to steer clear of the Garden Grove restaurant of the same name and specialty. I think it's a disappointing mimicry of this place.

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    Anju House - covered patio seating

    Anju House

    4.4(694 reviews)
    0.2 miKoreatown
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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

    It was my first time here. The place is very nice and love the decor…read more The parking is valet or street parking. The service was very good. The chicken was a little in the dry side but overall all the food was good. We will be back!

    I'll start with the positives. The location is very nice. Designed with an elegant, but…read moreminimalistic vibe. I love that, traditional mixed modern social dining feel. I had placed a phone order, for pick up; upon arrival, I found the service was prompt. I saw my food ready to go, just past the main walk-in area. Almost immediately after that, I was taken care of by the host and on my way. I've been waiting to try this place for ages so on the drive back to work I was excited to steal a piece of meat from the bag. Initial bite flavor was good, meat was tender just a bit on the chewy side.. I wasn't bothered by it too much as I'd have to leave it in an oven warmer at work. Trying to keep food warm, in doing so, I knew there'd be only two possible outcomes, melting tender or either tough & dry. So, the dish of meat and rice sat in the warmer for almost an hour hour and a half. The downhill slope.... Set the "meat " on the veggies and began to eat. Meat after meat, I kept experiencing the same exact texture. It was the same exact rubbery chew, I initially tasted. Each and every piece was the same exact flavor. There was no peak, there was no pitfall. If you cook or grill, you know this is a red flag. Normally, consistency would be a good thing, a Master craftsman type experience, but this was NOT it. As go on, I get the sinking feeling, this can't be real meat. I lock in, the deeper I dig, each piece looks the same, broken apart the same, tastes the same, just various shapes. They can call me crazy for this one - I'll stand by it. Something is not right here. I'm not even going to throw it away. I'm going to study it for the next few days and post an updated review. I hope I'm wrong but as of right now, I'll never revisit this place. Too freaky of an experience. We

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    Danbi - Wagyu zabuton

    Danbi

    4.5(383 reviews)
    0.9 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$$

    We went shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The Honey butter chips…read moreare dripping with the honey butter sauce & I wished I had a whole bowl of that. The Grilled jowl was thinly sliced & one of my favorite dishes of the night! The Zabuton came out still sizzling on a bed of onions- I absolutely loved this & it is definitely shareable between 2 or more people. The Scallop pancake had baby scallops cooked in to it- very fluffy & filling, another shareable dish between 2 or more people. The Mushroom bibimbap mixed with the sauce is a great vegetarian dish! Parking- $10 self park in the plaza

    Food Seaweed salad…read more Elevated and the best I've had, easily. The only issue is I can't really eat too much of it. The cherry tomatoes bursted with acidity and umami. 4.7/5 Honey butter chips. I've eaten an alarming amount of chips in my life and I will say these are solid but nothing noteworthy. The chips had no warmth to them and were slathered with decently flavorful honey butter that pooled to the bottom. 4.2/5 Mushroom bimibap - A very balanced dish with cohesive elements. Wish there were more mushrooms as they of course were the best part. The chili sauce was solid but the dish benefitted when we added another half portion of it and mixed it in. 4.4/5 Waygu - A decent flavor (definitely needed the flakey salt), portion and a nice medium rare cook, wall to wall. The steak was not as tender as I hoped it would be and some extra chewing was required. The banchan was all solid. It reminded me of Cote's but actually edible. 4.5/5 Yuzu popsicle - Definitely the best popsicle I've ever had. Refreshing and light. Balanced sweet to sour flavor. 4.7/5 Service A decent job. Good hostess. The steak took longer than expected to come out? Perhaps the kitchen messed it up and had to start over. Either that or maybe the waiters were busy. Or maybe it just takes a while to make it. Not sure. The waitress did the job competently but nothing above that. Overall, definitely not Michelin level service. 4.4/5 Ambiance A little too loud and it affected the entire vibe because I had to raise my voice to speak with the waitress. It became easier to just use nods and thumbs up. Like Cobis, a very modern and upscale restaurant that is hampered by lighting that is too dark. Pictures turned out good because I used another phone's flash. Just a little more light would be so much of an improvement without losing the romantic intent. Bathroom was average. 4.5/5 Overall, I had a solid meal that left my mood elevated. The service or food weren't as good as Cobis, Barsha, Ammatoli, or even Sonoratown - all top LA restaurants, but still worthy of a experience and I may return. 4.5/5 I would highly recommend Chois in San Diego as an extremely similar modern Korean fusion restaurant that also had better food, service, and ambiance. That place was 5/5 in every way.

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    Kobawoo House - Kimchi Jjigae

    Kobawoo House

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    1.4 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$

    What more can I say? This K-town staple consistently delivers when you're craving Korean cuisine…read more We started our meal with a generous portion of Haemool Pajeon (Seafood Pancake), which arrived sizzling on a hot plate reminiscent of a Chili's Fajita Plate. Next came the main attraction: the Bossam Plate, featuring simmered and cooled pork belly sliced to perfection. When you wrap all the other ingredients together, they create the perfect bite. Just after the Bossam Plate hits the table, a bubbling cauldron of Kimchi JJigae (Kimchi Stew) follows behind just in time to help wash down the delectable bites of bossam. Don't forget to order some rice because you'll need something to soak up the stew which turns the rice into a whole meal by itself. The service was jovial and welcoming, and like other Korean establishments, they have a handy-dandy button that jolts the attention of every server working whenever you're in need of service. The small space is very cozy, just the way I like it when I'm visiting with my loved ones. They don't have an extensive menu, just the OG staple items, but I feel the taste has improved over the years. I wish Kobawoo were closer to where I live, or I would be here this weekend, but perhaps it's a good thing we're so far apart.

    This place has been here for so long, I haven't been here in yrs! I was in the area so I decide to…read moredo a take out for lunch to take home for me and my family, such a disappointment! $76.80 for 3 dishes and what a puny portions these are, like a kid's portion. Very small kimchi maybe one or two bites. Three orders that I'm surprised that they give such a small amount of banchan. How can establishment justify this high priced meal for such small portions? God and I drove all the way from South Bay, stuck in traffic for almost 1 1/2 hrs of this. Maybe this is the type of place you should dine in only?? Do not ever do take out here! The food in general was just ok. Nothing special and Kimchi soup was very salty. Threw all 3. Wow, what a waste of money. Very disappointing... I guess I won't be coming here ever again.

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    Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

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    Borit Gogae - Dwenjang

    Borit Gogae

    4.4(511 reviews)
    1.1 miKoreatown
    $$$

    Be prepared to walk away feeling very full. We got the set meal here, which came served with…read moreappetizers, barley rice, a lot of banchan (and by that I meant a LOT), soup, congee, dessert, etc. It was definitely more than enough food. We also got an additional order of LA kalbi for some protein. The meat quality was good but I felt like the meat was not marinated long enough and so the flavor was a little bit lacking. If only it just sat in the marinade for a couple more hours, I think this would have been perfect. The tofu soup was not my favorite, to be very honest. There was some flavor in there that made it smell like a stinky towel. Very different from other soondubu soup places and unfortunately not for me. Everything else we had was excellent and I would definitely come back again just for the barley rice and banchan. Service was quick and servers were nice. We also came at 3pm on Saturday so there was no wait. Recommended!

    Across the street from the new Zion market is this wonderful and unique Korean eatery. Unlike most…read moreof the run-of-the-mill Korean restaurants in Koreatown this restaurant serves unique appetizers and a multi-course set menu that gives you a taste of a variety of authentic Korean village food - like pumpkin porridge and acorn jelly salad. It's a lot of food for the price ($35 pp at this writing). While the minimum order is for 2 people, we've tried sharing the 2-people order among 3 and it worked for us, with addition of a couple of other items from the menu. The Korean BBQ beef is at par with most other nice restaurants in K town; their marinated crab was delicious! Service is okay - given how busy they are! Most servers are not very conversant in English so a little patience would help you get the right things you need. Nice and unique vibe with Korean handicraft items and art work on display (and for sale, I believe).

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    Borit Gogae - Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

    Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

    Borit Gogae - Barley rice mixed with side dishes

    Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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    Ham Ji Park

    Ham Ji Park

    4.2(1.8k reviews)
    1.0 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$$

    Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our…read morefamily's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park.  Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food.

    tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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    Ham Ji Park
    Ham Ji Park
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