Will 100% be back here again for the goat. Like wow. The Kabrit Boukkanen was exceptionally made, I've never had goat that flavorful AND tender before. Certainly the most I've ever paid for goat too, but the quality of the dish was obvious. Service was great, I was torn between the Kabrit Boukkanen and the Kabrit en Sauce but our server recommended the Boukkanen so bless her for that honestly. Can get busy so definitely book yourself a reservation! read more

Djon Djon - Kabrit Boukkanen, Plantains - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing food and amazing service! When you come please ask for Gia. She made our experience very lovely. The food was delicious and filling. The portions are large enough to share or take home leftovers. I will definitely be back to try more items on the menu! read more

djon djon place is incredible. right away, the decor from the outside is beautiful. though, the food really speaks for itself. i tried the voodoo pasta, and it was honestly amazing. it had chicken, a creamy alfredo-like sauce, and the perfect blend of spices. i highly recommend trying it. the portion size was large, and it was cheesy but flavor was great and not overwhelming. the service was great, and i sat outside where there was a covering overhead. one thing to note is that the lunch and dinner menus are different. overall, i would totally recommend checking out djon djon and definitely wish i had found it sooner. read more

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I stopped by for lunch while passing through New York on my way to Philadelphia and decided to meet up with a friend here. My first impression was how spacious the restaurant was. The space is clean, welcoming, and beautifully lit, with several seating options including indoor dining, a covered patio, and sidewalk seating. I appreciated having multiple choices depending on the weather and the vibe you are looking for. Our server, Daphney, was excellent from start to finish. She was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly and helped us navigate the menu with some great recommendations. The drinks were easily a highlight of the meal. Every cocktail we tried was a 5/5. The Citadelle cocktail, Ju Kowosol, and Kremas were all delicious and well-crafted. We got the pate kode as an app, OH MY!! These were a HIT to me! Crispy, thin, and packed with just the right amount of filling. I would absolutely order it again. For our entrées, we ordered the red snapper and the lambi boukannen. Unfortunately, both dishes left something to be desired. I was expecting bolder seasoning and was surprised that the flavors didn't come through more strongly. The fried plantains and rice, however, were both enjoyable and complemented the meal nicely. Overall, the atmosphere, service, and cocktails made for a very enjoyable experience. While the entrées didn't quite meet my expectations, I would happily return to try other dishes and enjoy another round of drinks. read more

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A gem for the best prepared Haitian food. I've walked past this place for years and finally decided to try it on a random Friday while visiting a nearby cafe. Firstly it was lunchtime and there were a number of tables filled. Looks like it was a lot of nearby lunch goers, good choice! We got a number of recommendations from the waiter after he suggested we try classic dishes but also the fish. Voting that came out was extremely flavorful. Haitians make the best fried fish. You can tell they season the flour and the fish. The gravy was awesome and the black rice and beans was nice n hearty. I brought my leftovers home to my son who devoured it. We also had drinks and those were well made and good as well. This my new Haitian spot. The chef took a peek outside to see how the service was going and I made sure to give a good thumbs and wink to reassure him he was doing the damn thing!! read more

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I'm disappointed to write this because I've eaten here several times and brought family and friends. But after today's experience, I won't be returning. We ordered delivery: griot with black rice for me, and kabrit with white rice and black beans for my husband. About 85% of my griot was fat, leaving very little actual meat. I threw most of it away and ate some of my husband's meal instead. Then there were the "black beans." Y'all. THERE WERE NO BEANS. I kid you not. It was literally a container of black bean gravy. Not even a few beans. All gravy.. What made this a one-star experience, though, was how the restaurant handled it. When I called to explained the griot, I was told, "Sometimes that's what comes out of the pot. We don't handpick pieces." Regarding the beans, I was told essentially, "Sometimes that happens too." I'm sorry, WHAT?! I understand that mistakes happen. But when they do, the response shouldn't be, "Welp." We spent around $60 on dinner and have spent hundreds here over time. I wasn't asking for a full refund. A small credit and a sincere apology would have been enough. Instead, I was told there was nothing they could do. THAT is what lost me as a customer. I want neighborhood and culturally specific businesses to thrive, especially as neighborhoods change and gentrify. But customer service and retention matter. Losing a longtime customer over an easily resolved $10 to $15 issue is just bad business. It was never about the money. It was about the gesture and taking care of a repeat customer. There are too many other places where I can spend my money. read more

Djon Djon - 4 pieces of pure fat - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

Fried goat, black rice, salad, that fish!!!! What a feast. The rice was flavorful, goat crispy but soft and the fish was succulent. First time going to hatian food resturant and it has made me a fan. read more

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A great spot (albeit slightly pricey) for Haitian food! I made a reservation for three, which wasn't necessary since no other diners were there during our dinner. That had no bearing on our meal, though, which was delicious. The lambi en sauce (conch) with black rice was perfectly stewed and flavorful. The grilled octopus was perfectly seasoned and cooked, with a light crisp on the tentacles. I also liked the lakay spaghetti, which was infused with a tasty and interesting savory flavor from the herring. We got sweet plantains on the side, which were nice and soft and came with a bit of pikliz--a necessity for any Haitian meal. The Kremas cocktail was sweet, creamy, and fairly strong, like an alcoholic eggnog. read more

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I'm honestly surprised by all the glowing reviews I've seen on Yelp and TikTok because unfortunately, my experience at Djon Djon was completely different. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the décor and atmosphere are definitely impressive. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the hype. The soup joumou was especially disappointing. It was salty but otherwise lacked flavor, and consisted mostly of squash and pasta with only a few small pieces of goat and two pieces of carrot. For such an important and flavorful Haitian dish, I expected much more. Several of the other dishes were also overly salty. The pâté kòde was so salty that it was difficult to enjoy. On the other hand, the légume was bland, the white rice was soggy, and the fried shrimp was not good either. After spending approximately $134, I left feeling extremely disappointed and honestly felt that the money was wasted. I really wanted to enjoy this restaurant, especially after seeing so many excellent reviews online, but the quality and flavor of the food I received simply did not match those reviews. Beautiful décor and atmosphere, but based on my experience, the food needs much more consistency especially when it comes to seasoning. Haitian food is known for its depth of flavor, and unfortunately, that was missing from most of what we ordered. read more

At Djon Djon you will find fine dining, Haitian decor and a Haitian vibe. I left here wanting to hit a kompa party right away but I have to be honest and say that I was still craving Haitian food. Please note all of the food was well prepared! I started with an appetizer and had the griot sliders. The presentation on the sliders could use a bit of work and perhaps a little more griot? The pikliz that topped off the sliders were definitely authentic and Haitian with just the right amount of spicy. 10/10 Bottle this and I will buy a jar for sure. The griot wasn't remarkable, but good texture. I also tried some of the fried shrimp my friend was having and was pleasantly surprised as I'm often not impressed with shrimp. As a main I had the grilled branzino, which tasted fresh and was plated with veggies on the side. I was expecting to get a hint of Haitian seasoning on the fish and was a bit disappointed. The side of macaroni au gratin I ordered was baked hot ready to order. Again while tasty I felt they played it incredibly safe with the seasoning. Now for the black rice, my friends, get back in the kitchen with this one. Unfortunately not pictured, it was not a hit. Even my Jamaican friend said this is not diri djondjon. What happened here? The tasty krémas will make me forgive you for the rice and I'll be back for more. Please update the rice. Coming to DjonDjon you will definitely have a quality, tasty, well presented meal however for my Haitians it will not taste like your family made this meal. I look forward to returning and supporting this business but I'm hoping to taste food that feels a little more like home. read more

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Popped in on a whim craving Haitian food with my wife on a Sunday afternoon. The place was very neat and well maintained, and we opted to sit inside and enjoy the atmosphere. Our waitress/bartender/hostess showed us to our table and gave us time to peruse the menu. We started with a mango mimosa and a cocktail, and agreed they both potent, balanced and pleasant. We ordered the Djon Djon Box with goat and the salmon entree. Both were delicious, especially with the pikliz and accompanying sauce. Haitian cuisine features proteins cooked to a firm, well done temperature. But the goat was still tender and pulled off the bone easily. We were slightly disappointed that the black rice or Djon Djon didn't seem to be made with real mushrooms, and looked closer to gray than black. We understand that the mushroom can be a difficult ingredient to source here, but when you make it your namesake - it better be good! This one lacked flavor until we added the sauce and pikliz. So I subtracted points for that, since we both agreed was the weakest part of the meal. Overall, the vibe, food, drinks and service were all worth returning for-and we will! read more

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This is a nice place. It's my second time coming here. It's quiet and not too crowded during lunchtime, but it can get busy at night on the weekends. The drink was good, and the food was good too. I ordered wings and pâté kode, which filled me up since it comes with three. The pâté kode was pretty good. Since this place is close to my house, I'll probably come back to try more of the food. Great place for a date or to hang out with friends. read more

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This restaurant exceeded my expectations. The food was the best Hatian I've ever had. The cod pate was outstanding. Even my vegetarian friend ended up eating one. The black rice was devine and rich with flavor. The chicken pea dish was huge and delicious. The fried pork and plantains 10 star. The sourspp cocktails I could drink a 10. The staff was wonderful. The restaurant cute and trendy. The music was wonderful and class and cultured. Highly recommend. read more

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Named after the famous black rice of Haiti, Djon Djon is one of the more upscale eateries along Nostrand's Little Haiti corridor. I only sampled the vegetarian items, but I was told by the meat eaters in the group that the blood sausage was phenomenal. The eponymous dish was good with a nice earthy taste from the mushrooms, but I think I prefer a rendition with peas included. The eggplant legume was well-seasoned and paired well with the riz djon-djon. I normally love akra, but the version here was very, very dry. I would definitely skip on a next visit. read more

Djon Djon - Riz Djon Djon et Legumes D'aubergine - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

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The food was good. A little pricey which i find most Haitian spots to be. But, this one was just okay. I went with my bestie because we're on a mission to find the best Haitian food in Brooklyn. So we tried this restaurant since it was a sit down vibe with drinks and stuff. We were seated immediately which was nice. It was dark in the restaurant which made it cute for a date night or something. The food came out rather quickly. The drinks were nice and strong. The food was plentiful also. I ordered the fried goat and. Plantains (fritay plate) my bestie ordered the legumes with griot Mac and cheese and a side order of black rice to share. The black rice was just okay. It was good, but I've had better. The lemonade had vanilla in it, which through me off a bit cuz i wasn't expecting it. It wasn't my favorite. The citadel punch was nice tho. I also had enough food to take home and create another meal. So the portion sizes were great too. All in all this spot gets a 3.5. See pics below read more

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The flavors are exceptional. One of my favorite Haitian restaurants. They have a variety of menu options. My favorite is the Lakey spaghetti. I've had it 3 times and it never disappoints me! The wings also have a delightful unexpected flavor. Don't skip the salad. The dressing is light and compliments any entree item ordered. I wish I had room for desert my only complaint! Guess I will have to return again and save room if possible. read more

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Totally fooled by the reviews & pictures! Family visiting NY from Atlanta and decided to try after seeing the reviews. Beyond disappointing!Unbelievable that the white & Black rice both was so terrible which is the main staple of any Haitian cuisine. My family enjoyed nothing we ordered and could tell by all the food we left on our plates. I'm so mad because visiting NY which has a huge Haitian population, we were expecting the best ever!!! Well not at this one! Should've listened to the recommendations we received from others, but after looking at the high reviews, plus it was close to subway station we decided to try. What a costly $164 Dollar mistake! Literally soon as we landed back home we went to our normal favorite spot to get real Haitian food. Im still dumbfounded on how you mess up RICE! My young daughter said she makes better rice! The Chicken on her dish had a bad sour aftertaste. Vistors beware of this spot and the reviews! read more

I loved my experience here. The owner was friendly and engaging with patrons. A small quaint restaurant with an outdoor seating option. I enjoyed the evening vibe. The seating arrangements are a bit tight. My company and I ordered the grilled branzino, black rice, mussels, plantains, and the Mac and cheese. I ordered two of their cocktails which were amazing. I have no complaints about the food. I really enjoyed eating here. I will give it a 10/10. read more

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I came here for a family gathering. They accommodated all 30 of us. I know it was probably a little hectic, however everyone was very attentive. My server Moe was amazing. The food was served family style since it was a large group. Everyone was really good, but my favorite dish was diri blan sos pwa, and the goat. The goat was so tender, the sos pwa had so much flavor. My experience was 10/10 & I do recommend! read more

Djon Djon - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

ordered fried pork It was kind on dry side asked for gravy had to pay two dollars additional for n didn't come with rice everything separate that's the only problem I have. The service was pretty OK you know they were very on Toes kept coming to ask me I'm all right. Did I need anything? I'd like to decor the only thing had a problem with these chairs those chairs I find it very I don't know about nobody else, but I find them very uncomfortable. read more

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So I've never been to a Haitian restaurant and this is new for me. I got the LOBEY FRITAY with fried goat and it was EXCELLENT. However, that small ass cheesecake was $12 bucks and was a hard. HOWEVER, it was not enough to bring it down to 4 stars because the Lobay Fritay in my opinion, was simply the best. I would easily come back. read more

Djon Djon - Small ass cheesecake for $12 - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

The Service is ok, the waiter was friendly but needs a bit more training. The food was good. We ordered the kafou wings in 2 flavors kreyol and honey jerk. The kreyol was good the jerk was lack luster. Not much flavor. We ordered a side of djon djon (hatian black rice) it was really good. I could've eaten 2 more bowls of just that. We ended off the meal with hatian cake. Let me tell you.... this was the star of the meal. That cake was so soft and moist just the right amount of sweetness. Mmm come get the rice and cake. I believe they have a jazz/live music night in the week, I think Thursday nights. Ill have to come back and check it out. read more

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I love Djon Djon so much I'm damn near a regular. I had to come back and order the Djon Djon box. Also my gf is still hooked on the voodoo pasta, we both need to try more entrees honestly and will (I have my eye on the soup joumou for the fall). it's just so difficult when they make what you love perfectly, how do you move on from that? ?!!? But seriously , Djon Djon is the place to try multiple entrees bc 9/10 it will slap , which is a great thing. And shoutout to the servers, always kind ! That doesn't go unnoticed. read more

Djon Djon - Djon Djon box with griot (pork) - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

***Long review*** We came in a group of four and we all got to try some of the appetizers. The wings wow did not think it would be delicious like this, so happyy we got to try that, especially with the green sauce it came with. I got the fried pork with green plantain and beef sausage (lobey fritay) and I'm usually a green sauce dipper, so i tried keeping the sauce to dip my tostones, but the server gave me a new one :) yayyy. The beef sausage was so yummy its definitely a meaty sausage :):):) The appetizers fried malanga (akra) was tasty with a nostalgic smell, crispy outside but crumbly and soft inside. Coconut shrimp had a sweet and tangy dip. Black rice was a taddd bit dry andthe salmon wasnt super juicy, a bit let down but the stew goat(kabrit en sauce) was goated, yummy and the bean sauce was top tier smooth. Mushroom ravioli lol, my friend was gonna get the voodoo pasta but changed her mind last minute I ate most of mushrooms for her it was tasty and flavorful but definitely a lot of mushrooms so be aware if you arent a mushroom lover, order something else. Drinkss I would drink JUS COROSSOL right now again, I love soursop and coconut milk and so this combo actually was made for me :) Super tasty and worked so well not overly sweet i think. There's a live band that came around 7-8pm, super cool and friendly staffs. One bathroom tho. Mocktails can be made all into cocktail so its very genius menu. A bit pricy for everything but super delicious and filling meal and quite the vibe to hang out and drink yummy jus corossol :D read more

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Mezanmiiiiiiiii!!!!!!! Bònn bagay nèt It was a VAYB!!! (VIBE) The ambiance, service, food, attention to the patrons was superb!!!!! It was a party of 10 and every one was satisfied! Our hostess was kind, attentive, patient and professional! The menu was top notch despite us getting there before 4pm which is when they serve dinner, the brunch was just as fabulous! The ambiance brought me back to Haiti and the location is perfect! Mèsi anpil wi!!! Map toune ankò read more

The food was absolutely amazing and the staff was so accommodating and friendly, especially Marcel!!! N It was my first time having Haitian food/drink and I'm so glad that it was here! I I was a bit hesitant of the griot sliders, but they were absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be coming back for more dinner and most likely to try out the brunch menu it looked good AF!! The kompa music was great as well read more

Djon Djon - Griot Sliders - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

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Very cute place with nice ambiance, good service and interesting Haitian fusion cuisine. We had Akra fritters to start, then a seafood paella and a Haitian veggie stew with pork and black rice with peas. Everything was good except the gristle in the pork. read more

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Loved everything I ate at Djon Djon which I actually found on Yelp while at another nearby restaurant. Great staff and even met the Governor of New York who was there for dinner. read more

Djon Djon - Governor Hochul!! Almost as good as the food at Djon Djon. - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

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- great rice - great paella - their flavor is more Haitian - alright spaghetti the sausage was more sausage and not hot dog - service could be better place was empty, and we still waited twenty minutes to be served read more

Went there with my family this past Father's Day. We were all very disappointed. Our waiter was not very attentive to our needs, such as clearing table of courses, replenishing water/other. To be fair, he was all over the place, waiting on other tables, handling DoorDash orders. He clearly needed help. It took a long time for the food to arrive (appetizers & entrees) & some of the food was not very hot (Accra, fried plantains, chikay). I have a feeling that the food was sitting & waiting for him to get it to our table. He was probably late getting to it because he was stretched thin. We are a Haitian family and we know what to expect with the items we ordered & it was very disappointing. We will not be going back!! We got the feeling that DoorDash was their main priority. Sad.. read more

Went for brunch, drinks were great. Atmosphere was lively and food came out in good timing. Staff was nice, cool. No wait for reservation time. read more

Djon Djon - Voodoo Pasta - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

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Waited 1.5 hrs for appetizers. My daughter's coconut shrimp was very hard. The macaroni was not Haitian and the Djon was missing color and flavor! I give a 5 out of 10. Plus they charged 20% in gratuity for 3 people. I didn't care for it. Check came in 60 seconds! read more

This place is very intimate, we went in the winter time so it is very small on the inside. There was a lot of groups on the day we visited. But we had a very wonderful time, staff was very courteous and very accommodating when we ask to move away from the door because it was too cold. The food was delicious so was the drinks. We will visit in the summer month because we can sit outside. read more

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Went to Djon Djon to celebrate Haitian Flag Day and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. We arrived around 7:15 PM with one of my cousins and ordered sliders while waiting for our other cousin to arrive. My other cousin got there around 8:20 PM, and we still hadn't received our appetizer. When we asked about it, we were told it was coming out soon. After speaking with the manager, her response was simply, "Sorry, we have a lot of delivery orders." At that point, we were ready to leave, but since my cousin was still finishing his drink, we stayed a little longer. finally the appetizers came out around 8:35 PM, and sadly, the appetizers were terrible. What made the experience worse was the manager's attitude -- she seemed more concerned about delivery orders than the customers dining in and came across as rude and dismissive. Do not recommend this place. read more

Food was just ok. I liked that they used wild salmon, but the flavor was unmemorable and a bit sour. I've never been particularly wowed by Haitian food, but when in Little Haiti... Our server was slow even when there were only two tables being served in the entire restaurant (including ours). Nothing stood out enough to warrant returning. read more

CANT WAIT TO RETURN!!! I traveled from the Bronx to Brooklyn just to try this spot. So happy that I did. The server was really nice can't recall her name. My table was a party of 3. We had Coconut shrimp for appetizers. THE BOMB! My dish was Legume with black rice, my friend hasdsalmon with black rice and my other friend had pallella with black rice. We all devoured our food it was flavorful and authentic! By the way we were all stuffed! So you will definitely leave full! read more

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I love this place. My friend took me out to Flatbush to try, and the menu here is an adventure. I got the lobey fritay with fried goat, plantains and slaw. I love how the dishes here are balanced with an array of ingredients and you get to try a bit of everything. My friend had a vegetarian stew that also has a nice eggplant and caramel taste. The rice served with that one has a lovely texture as well. Our waitress was super sweet and the place adds tip automatically for fair wages which I like. read more

Djon Djon - Lobey Fritay - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

I loved this place! As soon as I walked in I was greeting by an amazing aroma of the delicious food in the kitchen and the plates on everyone's tables. The goat and black rice was delicious. And the griot sliders are a must order! The spaghetti was good but didn't quite have the flavor I'm used to in authentic Haitian spaghetti. I'm gonna order it again with goat and see if that makes a difference because the goat was deliciously seasoned! The drinks were strong and delicious. I really liked the citadel punch, it was my fav! The service was great! Our waitress was pleasant and attentive. Can't wait to come back and try other items off the menu! read more

Now this is a restaurant that EVERYONE needs to check out no matter your culture, race or creed! In NYC people of the Caribbean diaspora are always debating who makes the best food and honestly the remarks are biased. Jamaican restaurants are probably the most accessible and sought after but don't sleep on Haitian cuisine! The service was impeccable with our amazing waitress Vanessa. The decor was authentic, colorful & inviting. There was plenty seating available at 2pm in the afternoon on a weds. I hear the weekend is bustling but come during the week if you want the chill vibe. Fair warning no liquor license at this time so byob. However we did have their delicious Haitian lemonade which was delicious and unique due to the splash of almond syrup. The food SHUT US THE F UP! The macaroni, black rice, grilled branzino and griot sliders took us out. Everything was packed with flavor... so happy our friend from Spain had this unforgettable dining experience because there sure isn't any Haitian food in Spain . Now please go and salivate at my photos read more

Djon Djon - Haitian Near Me - New York, New York

Let's see, where do I start? I am a proud Haitian American and spent many of my summers in Haiti. So I've been able to have delicious Haitian food. I am so happy that I traveled to Brooklyn and ate at the restaurant under its new name. It was a well decorated restaurant with vibrant art and beautiful colors. The food was absolutely delicious. We had the grilled Branzino, Djon Djon Box, macaroni gratine, Griot sliders, and legume w/shrimp, and I was impressed. The portions were perfect and shareable. Everything was so well seasoned and amazing. We actually devoured everything. Vanessa was our waitress and she was quick, knowledgeable, and very friendly. I'm already planning my trip to return. If you're in Brooklyn, just go and try it out! **currently no liquor license but they own a bar across the street you can get cocktails in the meantime. I'm sure they'll have it by the time I come back read more

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