The service was amazing! The ladies are so sweet and friendly. The food was delicious! The yukgyejang kalguksu was what I came for and it was great! So much meat and noodles! The best part was the thick soup! The soup was rich and thick it was great! I loved the jaeyuk too! It wasn't the type of meat you usually get where it's thick but more like thin sliced pork belly in a perfect sauce! It wasn't too sweet which I am not a fan of!! Definitely would come back like even as soon as tomorrow read more

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Lovely place. Quick service . Great food. Lunch it can be crowded . But get a table Quick. Food was great. Popular place read more

Came to Halmae Noodle with a few Yelpers and we had a great time. The eatery is located on the great business exposure Broad Street, in Palisades Park, and the wait staff was attentive, cordial, and answered all of our questions in much appreciated detail. Upon being seated, we were presented with hot barley tea and an array of complimentary small dishes (kimchi, pickled vegetables, and other banchan). We ordered, and shared, the following items: Gun Mandu (Fried Dumplings), Jjin Mandu (Steamed Dumplings), and Stir Fried Rice, with chicken. Each item was well presented, all were flavorful, and the mixture of the egg with the rice ingredients was heavenly. If you're in the mood for delicious Korean delicacies, visit Halmae Noodle, because you will be pleasantly surprised. read more

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Tried this place because I've heard it being compared to Daesung in Flushing.. and this place doesn't compare. The noodles arent hand pulled and it was overcooked. The jeon is mediocre at best. It was also warm the day I went and their AC wasn't on. Overall, just a bad experience. read more

Korean food culture, steeped in tradition and community, is one of the few Asian culinary traditions that effortlessly incorporates Western influences. The fusion of typical European and American dairy as well as meat products with Korean ingredients and spices has created exciting and delicious combinations. Perhaps one of the easiest associations one can make when thinking of Korean food is kimchi, but there is so much more to Korean food and Korean cuisine than just this side dish of fermented vegetables. The Garden State is home to some of the most vibrant Korean enclaves in the country, namely in Bergen County: Fort Lee, Palisades Park, Leonia, and onward. Located on a busy Broad Avenue in Palisade Park (K-town), some of my Yelp friends decided on a light dinner at Halmae (translates to grandmother) Noodle prior to our elite event. Upon entering this cozy establishment as first-timers, we were greeted by the staff and got a table immediately. The menu features noodle soups, dumplings, and kimchi fried rice. We decided on an order of Jjin Mandu 찐만두 (steamed dumplings) of Chinese chives and beef & shrimp as well as Chicken Sokkeum Bap 치킨 볶음밥 (chicken fried rice) for sharing. Side dishes consisted of a small cabbage salad with a mango dressing, and some super fresh banchan (반찬) of kimchi and kimchi daikon started our meal. We washed them down with hot barley tea. Every dish we tried reflected the care and quality put into their food. It was a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory flavors at an affordable price with a healthy portion. From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and attentive and made the entire dining experience seamless. Halmae Noodles exceeded all expectations. read more

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Had Halmae Noodle bookmarked for the longest time after seeing that they have dakgaejang! My fiance & I made the trek here from Long Island and it was definitely worth the trip. The restaurant is unassuming from the outside, but their noodles soups are incredible. We ordered the dakgaejang kalguksu, clam kalguksu, and the kanpung mandu. I've been looking for a good dakgaejang after my favorite place in Queens closed, and this was solid. It maybe could have used a pinch of salt, but the broth itself was flavorful and toppings & noodle portions were generous. The noodles here are definitely handmade - the texture is excellent. I also really liked my fiance's clam kalguksu. One thing's for sure - they don't skimp on anything here. The kanpung mandu was just okay. I would probably just order the steamed next time. Service here was great and really welcoming. Our banchan dishes and water/tea never ran empty since they came by to check on us often. Would definitely come back to the next time I'm in the area! read more

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4.5 stars overall but 5 stars for their guksu noodle dishes, which are must-orders of this restaurant, especially if you're craving a warm, comforting meal. The restaurant specializes in homemade hand cut noodles and offers other dishes as well, but I'd probably only really come here when I'm craving their noodle soups. I tried the clam guksu and it was delicious! It came with plentiful amounts of clams and the noodles were the perfect, chewy consistency. I found a tiny bit of sand in a clam or two, so just be aware of that. It didn't bother me too much as it was only in a few. I also tried the seafood pancake which was large and great for sharing. The staff here were very sweet and friendly and often came around to ask about banchan refills. Will definitely be back when I'm craving noodle soups! read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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One of the iconic hand-pulled Korean noodles, brimming with succulent fresh clams, paired alongside bold and sizzling kimchi pork fried rice. Both are absolute staples in Palisade Park. The only catch? It's a tiny, bustling spot with just a handful of tables--so expect legendary long lines. Patient foodies happily wait 30 minutes or more for a seat. If you've got the time and an adventurous palate, this place is pure magic. read more

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Love that you can combine both regular 칼국수 noodles and 수제비 cut noodles! It's a no frills spot with very simple side dishes and large portions, so come hungry! There's a slight discount with cash payment but they take card as well. read more

Halmae Noodle - 버섯 칼제비 - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

hand cut noodle shop. i come here often. lines are sometimes long even for lunch. really large portions. good fast service. inside is pretty basic and a bit run down but it's a no frills restaurant. read more

Halmae Noodle - spicy seafood noodle soup - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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Food was OK but it wasn't 4 or 5 star worthy. Dduk Bbokki uses rice cake that is very soft and cake-y, typically type if mostly rice is used instead of mixing in wheat for that slight chewy and cleaner texture. Not really my type. Dumpling had a good crunch but blend. Need a lot of soy sauce. The noodles were ok, but the summer only cold buck wheat noodles had soup that was way too much kimchi flavor than anything. read more

Halmae Noodle - Dduk Bbokki - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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This is a fantastic spot if you're craving knife-cut noodles. We ordered a variety of dishes: Beoseot Kalguksu, 蘑菇刀切面 (Noodles Soup with Mushrooms), Maesaengi Kalguksu, 海藻面, (Noodles with Seaweed fulvescens), Deulkkae Kalguksu, 紫苏刀切面, (Noodles Soup with Wild sesame), and a Seafood and Green Onion Pancake. The portions were more than generous between the three of us. We each ended up taking half of our soup bowls home. What I appreciate is that when you order the large noodle soup, they give you a separate small dish to cool down your noodles since the soup comes straight from the stove and is incredibly hot! Each of the noodle soups stands out for its knife-cut noodles and unique, complex broths. The Mushroom Noodle Soup had a distinct umami flavor, with potatoes adding a starchy texture and a subtle heat in the seasoning. The Seaweed Noodle Soup was particularly notable for its seaweed and shredded cucumbers, which added freshness. It also had a slight kick of spice, which was a nice surprise. The Noodle Soup with Wild Sesame was the most indulgent. It had a rich, Alfredo-like sauce that coated the noodles perfectly. A touch of white pepper and ground sesame seeds gave it a lovely nutty flavor. As for my favorite, the Seafood and Green Onion Pancake was sublime. It was loaded with seafood and green onions, though I wish it had been a bit crispier. The sauce served with it was tasty, but I prefer a bit more heat. Thankfully, they provided two 2 oz containers: one with jalapeños and the other with a spicy gochugaru-based sauce so I could adjust the heat to my liking. The service was friendly, and while the place is cozy, it's best suited for smaller groups. If you're dining with more than four people, seating might be tricky. read more

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On a cold day this will absolutely hit the spot. The chicken kalguksu broth was so deep I emptied the whole bowl. The noodles were chewy and soaked up the broth well. My wife got the clam soup kalguksu and they did not hold back on the clams which were fresh. Highly recommend! read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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Having been to Korea and many other Korean restaurants in SoCal, I have to admit that Halmae initially impressed me. For starters on a rainy day, my friend and I were craving something warm and new, hence stopping by here. Immediately as we went inside, we were greeted, orders taken, sides served. As a personal opinion, you can often tell how good food will be based on their sides, and that kimchi was GOOOOOD. The rest of their sides were noteworthy, too, but the kimchi was outstanding with the perfect balance of all flavors. We went with an order of seafood pancake and halmae guksu (#12) and yukdaejang kalguksu (#20). The seafood pancake was a tad bland, and the spicy sauce that came with it did not enhance the taste much. For a better pairing, I think a darker salty / sweet sauce might be better. The halmae guksu also left a bit to be desired, since there were maybe 3-4 servings of noodles - YES IT WAS STACKED! However, there were not many other ingredients despite how much it may look like from the top, and it felt like eating endless noodles with barely any entree. My friend's yukdaejang kalguksu (sub'd rice) was better, though. There was a good portion of meat, and the seasoning was perfect. After the meal, paying was fairly straightforward, and they did allow us to both use our own cards. Nothing beats a nice warm meal on a rainy day, and it tasted good, but it did leave a little more to be desired. read more

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This is my go to place for yukgaejang. Though we usually order for delivery they give so much soup and noodles for to go. The broth is nice spicy and savory with tender beef brisket inside. The banchan they provide always taste fresh. Love getting soup from here. read more

Tucked away in Palisades Park, this hole-in-the-wall spot is clearly a local favorite and for good reason!! There is lots of street parking available nearby, but metered. My friends and I came around 2 PM on a Saturday and had to wait a little bit, and people were still coming in after we got our food! The seafood pancake was crispy, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the fresh, homemade kimchi and radish sides. We shared the Yukgaejang noodles (doubled it for just $3.99) and the portions were perfect for 3! it tasted like grandma's cooking -- just like their restaurant name! It was so comforting, the chewy noodles and the taste of the rich broth. Fried dumplings (beef and chives) were okay, but I'd skip them next time and get something else. Definitely coming back to try more noodles!!! read more

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Been here twice so far and can say that both times were just as satisfying! Both times me and my friends came around 2pm and there was still a few minutes wait to be seated. Service was very friendly and quick, the servers made sure we had everything we needed. The food was good especially their kalguksu which they are known for and is their specialty. The broth for both the yukgaejang and seafood kalguksu are hot and hearty, offering warm comfort on a cold day. Portions are quite generous and you can opt to get double noodles for $3.99 which I'd recommend if you want to share. We also ordered fried dumplings which were just ok, nothing special. The seafood pancake was quite good, not greasy and had a good amount of filling. Their side dishes are also quite delicious and they are quick to refill. Overall, a good restaurant if you are craving a warm bowl of noodles! Will definitely be back again. read more

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I've eaten here about 6 times over the past year. The Korean dinners are always delicious, plenteous, and reasonably priced. The staff is always friendly. On many Sundays, I had to standt in line for a table, but the wait time was never more than 15 minutes. Definitely give this place a try, don't think that you'll be disappointed! read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

On a cold December afternoon, this place hit the spot. The seafood/scallion pancake could have used a little more salt and seafood but it was light and nice way of starting the meal. The traditional sides were tasty and refreshing. They went well with the noodle soups. Every one had some form of hot noodle soup. The broth was extremely tasty! Very good. The hand cut noodles were also very good - perfectly cooked, actually. Service was great. Very attentive and prompt. Food came out quickly. The place was bigger than I thought it was going to be from the other photos and outside. Very roomy - good that they didn't try to squeeze people in. I'll be back in the summer to try their cold noodles. Discount for cash payment. read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

Decent kalguksu spot. Very generous portions (enough for a second meal at home). I got the seafood one which had a pretty flavorful soup. Some of the seafood was a bit overcooked as per one of the other reviews but still tasted fresh (I much rather have mildly overcooked seafood to old fishy seafood so that's a plus) and a decent amount of it! The veggies in the soup were also a bit overdone and broke apart when I picked them up but I dont mind this. The noodles were yummy and homemade which is nice. There is a small cash discount as well. read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

Alright kalguksu spot! The broth was nice with lots of potatoes, the portions are generous. I got the spicy seafood, which i thought was alright, but the seafood was a little tough and the noodles a tad overcooked. I really enjoyed the kimchi. Think i'll probly just go to my og myungdong next time but it was worth a try! read more

Halmae Noodle - Seafood Spicy Noodles Soup with Seafood - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

I recommend Halmae Noodle for anything that is kalguksu, hand cut noodles. We ordered the following: * Deulkkae Kalguksu, Noodles Soup with Wild sesame. Hand cut noodles in a thick broth that is savory and nutty in taste. Think Alfredo but sesame flavored. * Maesaengi Kalguksu, Noodles soup with Seaweed fulvescens. Hand cut noodles in a thick broth, flavored with strips of cucumber and seaweed. Savory and nicely seasoned with white pepper. * Beoseot Kalguksu, Noodles Soup with Mushrooms. Hand cut noodles in thick mushroom based broth with thinly sliced potatoes. Lots of umami,the potatoes adds comfort and warmth to the soup. * Haemul Pajeon, Seafood and Green Onion Pancake. This was good. Not overly oily. Generously sized with seafood and scallions. Not overly crispy but had some crispness, some chew and airiness. My kind of pajeon. Portions are generous. Our group of three had leftover of noodles and soup. I will be back to explore more of their menu. Note: * Pali Park * Street parking, metered * Limited seating, may not be great for large groups. read more

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Bustling and filled with diners on a Sunday afternoon, Halmae Noodle is definitely a well-loved local spot. We ordered the dak kalguksu and the dakgaejang bap. My husband is a rice guy, so he thoroughly enjoyed this option. For those who can't tolerate spice, don't let the bright red soup scare you - it wasn't as spicy as it looked. The kalguksu was so smooth and broth tasted clean. read more

Halmae Noodle - Dakgaejang bap - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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This is a perfect spot if you're craving something hot and soupy. Big and generous portions. Broth is very rich in flavor. My bf got the spicy seafood and the soup was so flavorful, you can taste the seafood flavor. I got the spicy chicken noodle and they did not skimp out on the chicken. Service was fast and quick. Waiters continuously refilled our water. Ambiance was a homey and cozy feeling. Definitely coming back to try other things! read more

Halmae Noodle - #21 Spicy Noodles Soup with Chicken, #18 Noodles Soup with Seafood - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

Cozy noodle shop that serves amazing Korean soups and bites at reasonable prices. I opted for the steamed shrimp dumplings and spicy seafood ramen both were piping hot and full of flavor! The dumplings are heartily packed with chunks of shrimp in a light soft and spongy dumpling wrapper! Portions are generous and the guys are really nice! Found a gem! read more

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Cute and moderately sized place. Some dishes were mediocre and others I would get again; the yook gae jang noodles (spicy beef and vegetables) were amazing - the broth was especially great. The fried beef and steamed beef dumplings were just OK as well as the spicy rice cake noodle stir fry (wasn't spicy and little sweet). The chicken noodles are just OK as well. There is street parking but metered. read more

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The tteokbokki and noodles are top tier here! The stir fried rice cakes are soft yet chewy and comes loaded with veggies, an egg, and fish cakes. The sauce is spicy with a hint of sweetness. The noodles are really the star of this place as seen by their name. The portions are extremely generous and come packed with seafood. The staff are really nice and it is okay if you can't speak Korean! The one thing I would say to skip on is the steamed beef dumplings - the shrimp are better, but I think in general there are better items on the menu. I am interested in trying the other types of dumplings though. read more

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Authentic Korean noodles! Our family had a great time eating freshly made noodles and the seafood toppings were tasty. read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

Delicious, so authentic, so homey, such good price, literally anything and everything that would make an establishment a great place!! Could go on and on about this place. Wish I lived closer so I could come more often. Definitely recommend if you want some warm, feel-good Korean food. read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

I was craving noodles soup and this place hit the spot. The noodles are made fresh! Tried the spicy beef noodle soup because it was popular and it did not disappoint! Although it looks very red, It's not too spicy which I'm thankful for because I can't handle that much spice. The noodles were very soft yet chewy. The beef seemed like it was slow cooked very well. The vegetables are mostly just scallions. The portion is quite large- be prepared to take leftovers home unless you have a big appetite! The establishment is pretty small, but located on a major street in palisades park. The service is very good and fast! read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

TLDR: Local spot in Pal Park that specializes in knife-cut noodles (kalguksu) and thick dough flakes (sujebi). Yukaejang noodles, clam noodles, mandu. Friend in the area recommended this place and we checked it out one weekend. I like restaurants that specialize really in one thing and don't fall into the trap of having a menu with 80 items on it. The mandu was adequately filled, thin wrapper, steamed, local mom/pop shop flavor. Great. The tonkatsu that I got a few bites of was thinly coated, crispy, tender - solid. The yukaejang kalguksu. This is a big portion, it's got good heat, it's rich, it's flavorful. Definitely the main thing I'd recommend here and why this guy goes here all the time. The clam kalguksu (or sujebi) was equally tasty. That broth is nice and rich with clam juice, anchovy flavor - a perfect pairing with either the noodles or those thick doughy bites. My only regret is I don't live closer to here because I'd probably be a regular too. read more

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Happy New Year! Happy 2024!! My first review of the year. Run to this establishment ASAP! Are you looking for Korean comfort food to warm your heart, your belly, all of you? This place specializes in a variety of knifecut noodles with oh-so-good soups. It'll hit the spot on a snowy day like today or if you're battling a cold or just looking for homestyle dishes. Korean food is more than bibimbap and Korean BBQ. Give this a try! You're welcome! Limited indoor seating. Efficient service though. They take your order while you're waiting for tables to become available. This way by the time they seat you, you can be served right away. No parking lot. Parking is a bit of a pain. Wear comfy shoes in anticipation of walking a few blocks and stretchy pants to make room for your delicious meal! read more

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Probably my favorite kalguksu in the area! I ordered the halmae kalguksu and I absolutely devoured that bowl. It came out super hot, so make sure to wait a bit to let it cool down. The broth tasted clean and the noodles were perfect. I loved the thinly sliced potatoes as well. It was so so delicious. The portion size was very generous too. I was stuffed by the end of this meal. In addition to the kalguksu, I got the fried dumplings with beef and chives. Again, came out super hot so be patient. It was the perfect appetizer to a wonderful meal. The interior is a bit small and there's limited seating. I went for lunch on the weekend and had to wait for about 5 minutes before being seated. They had some side dishes, but the salad stood out to me the most. I don't know what kind of dressing they used, but it was literally so delicious. They gave a refill of the salad without me even having to ask. I will definitely be back!! read more

Halmae Noodle - Halmae kalguksu - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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Such a disappointing experience, we were told there would be a 25-minute wait, which was fine, so we put our name down and walked around since the waiting area was crowded. We returned early and waited patiently. A woman behind us assumed we had just arrived and thought we were cutting the line, even though our name was already on the list. When tables started opening up, I noticed our name should have been next. However, after that woman spoke to the hostess in another language, their party was seated before us. We were given inconsistent explanations -- first that they had a "baby" (the child looked around 8-9 years old), then other unclear reasoning that didn't add up. A six-person table was split into two smaller tables with dividers, and because of how it was split, each side could realistically only seat two people comfortably. We declined the cramped two-seater since we were a party of three. However, the bigger issue was that we were skipped despite being next on the list. While we were still trying to clarify the situation, another party approached and started speaking to the hostess, who completely shifted her attention away from us mid-conversation. The whole interaction felt unfair, disorganized, and unprofessional. After being told to wait even longer despite clearly being next, we decided to leave. Very frustrating experience and poor handling of the waitlist. read more

Fell in love with Kalguksu when I went to Korea. This place hits the spot. Deulkkae Kalguksu - very tasty non-spicy dish 5/5 Maeun Haemul Kalguksu - generous portion of seafood 5/5 read more

Halmae Noodle - Maeun Haemul Kalguksu - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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Def a local gem, with a very low key atmosphere, however as non Korean we had a challenging time navigating all the food options, luckily the staff was very friendly My only criticism would be that the beef in my soup was hard and though the broth was very flavorful, can't say the same about the beef A few notes and highlights * no alcohol allowed (they don't sell and it's not byob) * the tokboki was the best dish we had tonight * portions of the mains are huge, we had 2 noodle soups and hardly made a dent * the home pulled noodle was the better choice from the noodle options, though both are very good * the katsu was very popular and we will def get one next time * The anchovy broth was on the flavorless side read more

Huge portions, no frills, and delicious homemade noodles and soup. You can't go wrong with literally anything on the menu. I got the yukgaejang kalguksu and it hit the spot. Perfectly spicy with lots of beef, and the noodles were chewy and bouncy. My friend got the bajirak (clam) kalguksu and it was so refreshing and clean. Service was also great--constant water refills and very attentive. read more

Halmae Noodle - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

I was not that hungry. Drove into the area to have dinner unsure of whether this was the right choice. Well it was. The bowl can be shared by two people and the shrimp mandu. So good. Maybe because I haven't really had a deep fried dumpling in a minute. Spicy dish was just right on point with the spice. The fact that it was steaming hot compounded the heat. The clams one was refreshing compared to the spicy noodle soup and absolutely loaded with clams. Heavy heavy hand there. No complaints from me. Service was speedy as expected and ambiance was exactly what you expect from a soup restaurant during a winter evening. 10/10 will go back. read more

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Korean noodle place at Palisades Park, NJ The fried beef chives dumpling was little dry inside the broth and noodles in seafood kalguksu were tasty but the seafood were little overcooked. The pickled radish was crispy but the kimchi didn't taste too good. The service was attentive. read more

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Truly one of my favorite places in Pal Park! If you're craving authentic Korean food, I'd highly recommend checking this place out. All of their stews are cooked to perfection and very hearty. A must try place in the area! read more

Halmae Noodle - Hal Mae Port Cutlet - Korean Near Me - Palisades Park, New Jersey

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