I stopped by Marta Coffee and had a great experience. I ordered the honey cinnamon latte, and it was very good. The shop itself has a really welcoming atmosphere. There's plenty of indoor seating, and it seemed like a popular spot for people working, studying, or just sitting down with a book. They also have outdoor seating, which is a nice option on a good day. Everything was very clean and well kept, and the overall vibe felt relaxed and comfortable. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for both the coffee and the atmosphere. read more

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What a cool coffee shop! When I heard of Marta taking over Twiggs on Adams Ave. I immediately thought, great, another coffee shop! Just what we need (insert sarcasm here). What I didnt know was Marta. Marta is cool. Marta is vibey. Marta is minimalist. Marta is an artist. Marts is a lover. And, well Marta is indeed Marta. The exterior/interior with its white walls. Some tiles here and there. A couple books on the shelf. Some pottery, a picture or two. And, that's it, that's the vibe. I ordered their rosemary latte- it was ok. I couldnt smelll the rosemary but the latte was good nonetheless. I sat on one of their benches/tables to sip on my latte. A couple of people were on their laptops- but surprisingly the place was not too packed. My heart dropped when I heard spanish tunes playing. What a total treat and unusual vibe. You would think there would be more coffee shops like this one, vibey, cool, with spanish language music on the speakers. Kuddos! Wishing you many many many many many happy years of success and good vibes. Muah! read more

Marta - Rosemary Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

AVOID!!! * AVOID!!! * AVOID!!! Skip this coffee shop. My experience today was not very good. I I went to this coffee shop with a friend excited to introduce him to this new establishment. Or at least new to me... And when we went to the front counter to order from the girl (whose name I can't remember because she wasn't wearing her apron when I went back to check on my order) who was not very good at her job or customer service in general. I started my order by asking for an iced white mocha, to which she replied "We don't have that.". Without any offerings to any alternatives or anything, she was just very monotone and un-caring, and was not interactive with me at all. Then my friend ordered his drink and due to his allergies he had to give this girl detailed instructions to which she showed no empathy, no concern, and appeared to be irritated and frustrated with my friend who is trying to place an order safe for him to consume because of his allergies. I then asked for a butter croissant to which she replied, "We don't have that.". Again, she showed no customer service, no empathy. She didn't ask if I could get anything else. She just didn't care! So I walked around the counter and looked for an alternative myself to which I asked if I can have the almond croissant instead. She proceeds to just remove the croissant from its display case and put it in a bag. She didn't ask me if I wanted it warmed up. She didn't ask me anything. It was very disappointing the lack of enthusiasm, and disregard she had towards her job, or any kind of customer service interaction/relations. Regardless of all this, we still placed our food and beverage orders, and ultimately were incredibly disappointed with the food, the coffee, and most definitely the customer service! Definitely not worth the price either! A truly unfortunate dining experience! AVOID THIS COFFEE SHOP! read more

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Marta is a very bright shop with tons of natural light seeping in through the big windows with plenty of seating inside and out. You may struggle with parking but your worries will disappear once you step inside. The iced vanilla almond milk latte was delicious while the seasonal coconut cold brew was disappointing. I expected more coconut but never got it. Their drink menu includes a variety of coffee and tea, which I appreciate. I love a good dirty chai or matcha, and Marta seems popular for both. The service was excellent and super friendly. Their pastries come warmed and you better believe I drooled over the cheddar jalapeño scone in the case. read more

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Great place to socialize or work. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options available. I ordered the honey cinnamon latte and the coconut pastry, both were really good. The pastry was cute Easter theme and had little chocolate eggs in the middle. read more

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Wow such a busy cafe! I understand the hype around it--aesthetically pleasing inside with good vibes and low music playing, tables for working and plenty outside as well. The service was very nice and hinted at some cold foam recipes coming very soon! The strawberry matcha would be even better with it, slightly on the bitter side but creamy. The black sesame banana bread was so moist on the inside and had this amazing crust on the outside. I would love to try their chicken mole croissant next. Sadly parking is still pretty difficult in the area so be prepared to park far or go early because residents take up most of the parking. read more

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Marta, Marta, Marta: how I longed to love you so. I first found this spot on Instagram, and came here seeking yet another place to get my coffee on while doing laptop work. Situated a few blocks from the mecca of busyness (Little While, Nomade, An's Dry Cleaning, and Polite Provisions), it's nice to be *near* the room where it happens -- not in it. // THE GOOD -- AMBIANCE -- Marta is *that* girl on Insta, and rightfully so. The light hits the shop *just* right, and is an eye candy place to work in: clean and contemporary. This is definitely a place to get work done over a few hours. The shop is not large, but it's also not impossible to grab a spot. Walking into the shop itself, you'll see 2-3 tables against the wall outside. Step inside and you'll find a few two-seater tables with bench seating and a chair; to your left, a large communal table scooted to the windows, plus a few more two-seaters and two bathrooms down the way. I'd also like to mention, since I haven't seen it photographed much: they have a backyard patio! Spacious and airy, here is a good place to sit and gab with a friend. On hot days before sundown, though, light fills this courtyard with no coverage to find respite in shade. (But San Diegans like sun, eh? So just bring a hat, your sunglasses / sunscreen, and enjoy the heat.) Either way, it's nice to have extra space like this, especially if the inside is packed. -- BAKED GOODS -- I can't speak to the pastries in the *main* case though they look plump and delicious (croissants, I'm looking at you!). These tend to be photographed the most on their socials, so I'm guessing they're a hit. As a gluten free and mostly dairy free girly, I don't expect to get a taste at many coffee shops. But Marta, thankfully, keeps us dietary restriction folks in mind! I got to have a GF / DF cookie which was actually quite good (many GF cookies leave a yuck aftertaste from the flour they use). I am also, unfortunately, allergic to walnuts and almonds, and am happy to report the cookies do NOT have either. Shoutout to the staff for checking for me! :) BONUS CALLOUT to them for keeping their GF cookies in a case SEPARATE from the main case. I've not seen any other shop do this, and I highly appreciate their efforts to not cross-contaminate. -- SERVICE -- I've seen poor reviews about service, and that made me hesitant. Maybe Marta talked to their employees or maybe that reviewer had a bad encounter, but I've had surprisingly pleasant service the 2-3 times I've gone. They're very helpful with the menu and, depending on the server, upbeat. I'm down with that! // THE OKAY -- MATCHA -- Disappointed by their coffee (see below), I thought I'd try my hand, or taste buds, at the matcha. I'm not a matcha girly but I appreciate a good cup... and as a culture purist, appreciate, even further, a strong, saturated matcha. I got an iced oat matcha latte with a hint of vanilla (look, I know I said I'm a purist, but I hadn't tried this shop's matcha yet to trust it would taste good on its own). Gratefully, they did not overpower the drink with the sweetness of the vanilla, and the matcha was not watered down like it can be at other shops. Was it the best matcha? No. But I didn't have a problem with this drink, as I did the coffee. -- PARKING -- Like I mentioned above, trying to visit the shops a few blocks down (Little While; Fuzz Coffee) means adding an extra 20-30 minutes to your visit: for parking, and for waiting in line. Marta sits on a main street, but is nestled in a neighborhood: one I haven't had too much trouble finding parking in. There are also spots available in front, on the main street -- free spots, not metered, as you'll find in many other parts of town (including on Adams Ave.) // THE BAD -- COFFEE (!!) -- Sigh... the one reason I go to coffee shops, aside from working outside my home, is for good coffee. I mean, paying $8 a cup nowadays, I'd want it to be good. Unfortunately, Marta doesn't seem too focused on its coffee program. When I asked which beans they used (for my husband, an even bigger coffee aficionado than me) I expected they'd roasted their own beans, or got it sourced from a well-known roaster. Nope; the barista couldn't even tell me who it was. Instead, they showed me: a bag of coffee blends, from some unknown label. And when I tasted my oat milk latte... eugh, it tasted burnt. Like Starbucks (sorry to say). Look, I get it; having a brick and mortar in San Diego and turning a profit margin high enough to pay good employees and exist in the most expensive city, is no easy feat. So I understand if coffee is not their focus, but providing a nice place for people to work and gather. For that, I'm not mad... I just won't be ordering their coffee. // IN SUM Come to work, catch up with friends on the patio, or enjoy the vibe. The coffee? Meh. Grab that somewhere else. read more

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This place is a 10/10 FOR SURE. Such a cute little spot right on Adams, incredibly walking friendly (as almost any place in North Park is). The interior is adorable and they have solid seating choices. The espresso was really delightful and I thoroughly enjoyed my drink. This may be a new go-to spot for me! read more

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I had lunch just down the block before visiting Marta on this stretch of Adams Ave in the University Heights neighborhood. It's a nondescript coffee shop with a plain white facade. Parking was all curbside in this area, however empty spaces were easily found. I noticed a few outside tables to the west of the building, but they were all unoccupied. Inside the suite was more seating that could hold at least a couple of dozen customers. By the time I arrived in the afternoon, no baked goods were left which I guess was a good sign because they're selling out their daily inventory. The service counter was to the far right. Several copies of the paper menu were available for viewing. Ten choices of coffee, six kinds of tea, and four other beverages were available. There was also a small separate menu of five seasonal drinks. I picked the last one from that list which was a Cranberry Matcha Latte. The components were PARU matcha, cranberry compote, and oat milk. Many places use strawberry as the fruit of choice for matcha lattes so it was nice to see a different berry as a compote. For $7.50, the serving size was small. The matcha flavor was decent but not as strong as a few other cafes around town. The cranberry added tartness to the drink which wasn't as complementary compared to strawberry. The barista made the order fairly quickly. I gave a rating between three and four stars for my experience at Marta. read more

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I love the aesthetic of Marta's! The pastries and lattes are amazing! If I lived closer, I would be here all the time Service is 10/10! read more

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Great bakery and coffee shop located off of Adams Ave. this place has a very modern and minimalist decor and the staff was very helpful. I ordered the blueberry lemon scone and it was delicious and freshly baked. In addition, I enjoyed the honey cinnamon latte and it was 5/5. This latte had a creamy texture and was well balanced with the honey and cinnamon. Definitely recommend this establishment and will be returning. read more

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Great service, drinks were not my favorite. They use dark roast here and it was very bitter in my drinks. Cortado 1/5 is equal parts espresso and steamed milk. It tasted a bit bitter like the beans were toasted a little too much. Overall coffee taste was not my cup of tea. Mexican mocha latte 1/5 the drink was grainy and bitter. Not much mocha flavors were noted and it tasted watered down read more

The passion fruit matcha was their seasonal drink that was immediately calling my name and it was such a unique flavor, I had to try it! The passion fruit compote was definitely on the tart side, but if you like tropical flavors I would recommend. I was able to snag a table and hang out and get some work done for a while and the ambiance of the cafe was very inviting. I love the green tile on the bar too. There was a good amount seating options and people were rotating in and out regularly for a weekday. My friend got the rosemary latte and the flavor was to die for, I would probably get that on my next visit. read more

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The rosemary latte was delicious! I was so happy they had decaf espresso. It's rare to have a decaf latte that has a strong coffee flavor and I was so delighted that this one did. There's not a ton of seating inside, but if you can snag a table it's a great remote work spot. read more

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Had the matcha latte which I loved and a croissant which was not a croissant. It looked like one but bite in and it's just a croissant-shaped-roll. Don't be fooled read more

I've been passing by this place wondering what the heck it is so I had to stop by on my morning walk. The cafe itself is very cute, simple yet modern. The service was quick and efficient. Plenty of seating inside and outside as well. The pastries all look delicious and I appreciate the menu being limited and straight forward. It was a little pricey, especially for the drink quality, but I'd come back to try other things on the menu. Food/drink review: Iced chai latte: (3.5/5) It was pretty good but I literally had 3 sips and it was all ice. Not worth the $7 I paid for it honestly. Chicken mole croissant : (4/5) It was unique. Flavor profile was interesting, but the more I ate it, the more I enjoyed it. It's filling. Recommend getting it warmed up. read more

3.5 stars. Beautiful new cafe in Kensington. I was drawn with their interior that has plenty of natural light and the Mexican pastries look enticing as well. It's definitely one of the best (interiors-wise) in the city right now. I got an iced oat latte with piloncillo syrup and it was more on the acidic side, sadly. Might be just a one-off so I'm willing to give it a second visit. read more

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Passionfruit matcha!! To say the least, this was one of my favorite "flavored" matcha lattes in San Diego!! Truly so yummy! Not too sweet! My friend got a regular decaf latte (not pictured) & she said it was pretty yummy! : ) would love to come back to try some pastries &/or food items!! Plenty of seating for a little "WFH" action! read more

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If you could imagine what a beautiful looking coffee shop in San Diego looks like Look no further because this is your spot. I would say the bright space and the tile matching the colors of your drink drinks and the friendly service is worth a visit. There are so many different types of Matcha. I tried their regular Matcha and it was very good. They also have a cranberry Matcha and that might be something new for the season overall great place to study and work and if you were a Maia fan add this one to your list. read more

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I got the Mexican mocha latte and the mole pastry. Both amazing! This place is modern and had nice music and vibes. Also it has some outside searing on the side. Highly recommend read more

Marta - Mexican mocha latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

The vibes are cute and I love how bright the space is. The drinks are mid and expensive. I got the Mexican mocha and you can see from the pic that for $7 it wasn't even filled to the top. The flavor was fine but could have been a little more spiced for my preference. My friend got the seasonal matcha cranberry and that was pretty good. The cranberry wasn't too tart and seemed to be made in house. Service was friendly and quick. Lots of seating although only indoors. read more

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So happy Marta opened--it's exactly what the neighborhood needed. The coffee is solid, and they always have a nice variety of pastries to choose from. They've created such a welcoming space for the community, and it shows: it's always full of people working, hanging out, and enjoying the vibe. Plus, it's dog-friendly, which is a huge bonus. Excited to keep coming back and try even more from their menu! read more

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This place is my new favorite neighborhood coffee shop! The iced honey cinnamon latte is 8/10 and the ham and cheese croissant was beautiful and yummy! Cozy, cute and bright. Great place to work from home. read more

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Marta is another great coffee shop in North Park located on the Adams Ave side of town. I saw mixed reviews on the drinks so I was looking forward to trying it out. First impressions were good - it was a busy but not annoyingly busy shop, had the classic decor of many other shops in the area but still cute, and got to order quickly from someone who was kind. I went with the Paru (IFYKYK this is the best option for Matcha in the city) Matcha Latte with 1/2 sweet House-made Vanilla syrup. It was good but honestly not unlike the ones i've made at home. I'd probably want to try their coffee next time! Pro tip: they are making pies for pre-order for Thanksgiving! read more

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Went in on a Saturday morning. It stayed consistently busy, but the wait was never more than a couple people. Like others mentioned, there are only paper menus laying on the counter. Maybe put one up on top of the pastry case? That way people can be prepared when they get up there. There aren't a ton of crazy options, so it doesn't take too long to review, but would still be nice to see it before getting to the front of the line. We got 2 pastries - a cinnamon roll and a cardamom twist. Both were fresh and delicious. I got a cortado, and I thought the espresso was a perfectly balanced blend. I can't say I was overly impressed with the service, but it is a cute place with good quality food and drinks. read more

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On the weekends, they do cinnamon rolls and these are my new favorite. They're so unbelievably fluffy and over the top with the icing, which I appreciate. My new mission is to try every flavor! They had a blueberry one at the time and I wish I also bought it. Will just have to come back! read more

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Marta is the latest addition of coffee shops that pepper the University Height and North Park area of San Diego, not that there's anything wrong with that. I do like seeing small businesses popping up in our San Diego Communities. Marta's is not only a coffee shop, but also a bakery, given they bake their pastries and baked goods. During my visit, I had the iced coffee and a house baked butter croissant. I was a huge fan of the butter croissant. It offered a great buttery flavor and texture. It was flaky and soft as a pillow in the right areas. The iced coffee was okay. It offered a good upfront coffee flavor but had a bitter after taste that I was not very fond of. The service was friendly at the counter. Unfortunately, they do not take cash, which is a bummer. They offer inside and outside seating. read more

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Marta is now home to what used to be Twiggs CoffeeHouse, and while not the same, is still bringing a different exciting experience. We got their Mexican Mocha, and Strawberry Matcha. Their Matcha exceeded my expectations-- earthy, creamy, the perfect amount of sweetness. The Mexican Mocha was rich & more on the dark chocolate bitterness. We got a Cardamom Concha as well-- insanely soft and sweet. read more

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Great new addition to the area! We went on a Sunday morning and although there was a decent line, it moved pretty quickly. Pretty roomy inside with ample seating and also a dog-friendly patio. Super cute inside with their minimalistic decor. We were excited to try their in-house baked goods. Opted for the cardamom twist - actually quite moist and went great with my oat latte. The ham & cheese croissant was also very tasty. Excited to have you, Marta! read more

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Cute little coffee place! Seems like a great place to meet up with friends and work. There is a tiny outdoor patio with a few tables as well. Seemed dog friendly. Ordered iced almond milk latte and strawberry matcha! Both were amazing and not very sweet (which I love cus I'm not the hugest fan of sweet drinks). They use Paru tea for their matcha and their strawberry puree they made was chefs kiss. Staff were kind and friendly! I I will be a repeat customer and wish this company success! read more

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Between the pastries, matcha, and latte I was impressed. My fiancé and I shared a raspberry orange muffin-rated as in the top 1-2 muffins I have ever had. My fiancé had the passion fruit iced matcha. It is PARU matcha, so you cannot go wrong with it (assuming you like matcha). I had an iced honey cinnamon latte (half sweet with almond or oat milk I forget which milk I was feeling that day). It is a modern and welcoming aesthetic. There is a little patio and some seating inside. I would imagine it could get pretty busy, but we were able to snag a table on a Sunday morning. It is friendly. We will be back and definitely keep it in our North Park coffee rotation. read more

I was super stoked to try a new coffee shop in the area. The interior is absolutely gorgeous and has a really nice open interior. It looks like a solid spot for studying, too! I wasn't sure what to get and got recommended a Mexican mocha, iced. The drink was $7. Unfortunately, the drink lacked didnt have a really strong mocha flavor to it and was mostly milky to me. Perhaps it would have had more of the spices and flavoring if I got it hot as opposed to iced. That being said the staff was super friendly and helpful and I really appreciated that. Parking here is all street parking and expect to park a couple (close) blocks away. They did have matcha from PARU which I thought was quite nice. read more

Marta - Mexican mocha - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by Marta to try their coffee and baked goods. The shop is on a corner lot on Adams avenue and street parking was relatively easy to find. The shop is large and brightly lit with a number of tables around the periphery, placed next to the windows. They have a selection of baked goods that they produce onsite. I ordered a Jalapeño cheddar scone and chocolate Rosca. Both of which were delicious but the Rosca hot it out of the park for me. Was my first time trying it so I don't have a reference but the bread was nice and soft and the fruit toppings like cherry and candied orange peel went spectacularly well with the chocolate and bread. For coffee I ordered a flat white and it did not disappoint. Great flavor and just the right temperature for the milk. Will definitely be returning. read more

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Aesthetically pleasing coffee shop in North Park for studying, journaling, and/or to-do lists. Tbh I wasn't impressed by the matcha and how overpriced it was. I ordered the strawberry matcha. From the reviews I expected more but still worth trying. There IS outdoor seating but obviously more seating indoors. The people working there were friendly and helpful. I appreciated that. I didn't try any of the food items. Maybe next time! read more

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Marta is a great cafe. I had the rosemary latte (light sweetness) and the chicken mole croissant. The latte had a strong but balanced rosemary flavor. The croissant had a bit of a surprising dough different from the typical croissant, but it was very tasty, especially as you got to the center with the strongest mole flavor and roasted chili. They had a number of other pastries and menu items that looked great. There was also tons of seating, and service was fast and kind. Would strongly recommend! read more

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Cute minimalist aesthetic coffee shop! I stopped by on a whim and it was a little foolish of me cause it was like 11:30am on a Sunday so it was PACKED and my coffee took like 30 minutes (but I'm patient so I don't take stars away for that, just be warned). I got their iced Mexican mocha latte with oat milk and it was really good. Street parking only on this side of town so just be prepared to walk a bit. Overall I would go back maybe during the week when it's less crowded read more

Marta - Mexican Mocha Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Newly opened off Adams Ave, Marta is a coffee/pastry shop with a minimalist clean interior. There's seating both inside as well as on the side of the building. Upon entering, the line to order is actually not in the front/middle but rather on the right-side. The Paru Matcha Latte was not very sweet and had a good earthy matcha flavor. The Chai Latte was a nice balance since this was a bit sweeter in comparison. Both were very clean and smooth drinks. When we went, we weren't able to see/buy any pastries so I'd definitely be interested to see what they have next time. read more

Marta - Chai Latte & Paru Matcha Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Diego, California

Marta is a great addition to the neighborhood. It is a decent sized space as well with lots of indoor and some outdoor tables. You can work here. I went to meet two girlfriends. I tried a latte, ham & cheese croissant, vanilla concha. The croissant was amazing, I would definitely get it again. We found street parking in the neighborhood. read more

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Marta is a charming quaint coffee shop in University Heights! The ham and cheese croissant was delicious! The matcha latte was good but was a bit too earthy and matcha heavy. I would not recommend coming here to work as I was not able to join their wifi since they said too many people were on their network so I had to leave and work at a different coffee shop. read more

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Decided to give this new coffee spot a try. I ordered a cappuccino, which was executed perfectly, smooth, rich espresso with just the right amount of velvety microfoam. I paired it with their almond croissant, and honestly, it might be one of the best I've had. It was wonderfully flaky on the outside with a generous, buttery almond filling that wasn't overly sweet. If you're looking for a top-tier coffee break, Marta is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended! A gem in our neighborhood. read more

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