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    New Taraval Cafe

    4.3 (730 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Pancakes
    Jolens V.

    Great food crispy bacon, runny eggs special homemade potatoes. Nice soft and fluffy pancakes. Generous portions. Service is top notch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is not big but really clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even the restroom smells good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is an all gender bathroom.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

    Irish Sausage & Two Eggs
    Stanley L.

    I haven't written a review for New Taraval Cafe in a while so it's long overdue. I love the owner Stanley so much because he's an awesome dude and we share the same name. Great food, fantastic selection. Long waits on weekends because of how great this place is. I usually go for the Irish sausage over scrambled eggs or the California scramble omelette. Highly recommend with my utmost respectful regards.

    Janice J.

    First meal of the year (HAPPY NEW YEAR!) and of course we had to go to a diner! Frequent place we venture to as it is within walking distance from the apartment. My bf and I came out here around 1ish (we didn't go to sleep until 4am) and were lucky enough to be seated before they closed at 2pm as there was a long list of people ahead of us. White board for you to write down your name and party size. We waited outside and luckily it was just drizzling. Stan the owner was great and personable with us once there was room inside to wait. We left around 2:20 but there were a few stragglers left but we didn't feel we were rushed and the staff was eating with us after the diner rush. We got the French Toast Delight to share as we are watching our sugar levels. Cinnamon French Toast Topped with Strawberries and Bananas. Served with Whipped Cream for $15. I got my usual Denver Omelette - Ham, Bell Pepper, Onion for $17. LOVE that their (12oz) OJ is freshly squeezed as that is best for me for $7. Recommend the variety of hot sauces they have which most if not all of them Orlando himself makes. My bf got the Huevos Rancheros - Corn Tortillas, Cheese, Bacon, Rancheros Sauce, Sour Cream, Green Onions, Queso Fresco, 2 Eggs, Served with home fries for $18. He got coffee that was refillable for $4. Video as a reminder to ourselves to ask for it without sour cream. If you know my bf, you know why.

    Menu
    Sally Y.

    Great American breakfast/lunch diner with traditional American fare - everything under $20! I grabbed a seat at the bar and noticed their housemade sauces. When I got my French toast and scrambled eggs, I tried each umami sauce - all nicely spicy! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Efficient & friendly service in a clean atmosphere that's frequented by regulars, New Taraval Cafe provides old fashioned comfort food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    1/25/26
    Mike C.

    A friend told me that he enjoyed a breakfast here several months ago. I hoped to try them during the holidays but they were closed those mornings. In arranging a Sunday morning meetup with my travel companions before our trip, I chose this corner spot for brunch. A friend arrived there first and signed up for a table as two parties were ahead of him. After I dropped a friend off and found parking across the street after driving down a few streets, I walked over to the restaurant. I sat at the side bench as my friends waited in front for his name to be called. About 15 minutes later, we were led to a four-top table on the left halfway in. Given menus, we talked about the variety of breakfast and special menu items before ordering our meals. A friend opted for coffee while my other friend and I had ice water. Being tempted by a couple other meals, I chose the Mexican omelette (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=BAmIhBo7m7c7b9oLJw1vsw) with English muffin dry with peach jam (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=yu_UiS-EU0Cs1ue2AgwBgw); chorizo, jack cheese, topped with Ranchero sauce, avocado, and sour cream. All items in the breakfast basics and omelettes and scrambles sections come with home fries and a slice of toast, mixed greens, garlic red potatoes, or fruit sub for potatoes + $2. I enjoyed my omelette though I likely would have enjoyed this more with a Spanish sauce (ie Spanish omelette). I topped the home fries with ketchup and hot sauce. The portions are generous as I was already full after eating about 2/3rds of the fries and apportioning half of a half slice of the English muffin. I was tempted to have the loco moco (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=wgplnRTeSGRvmjBkeiGMmQ) and was considering bringing one home instead. When my friend said it was okay, I decided to save it for another visit. Service was really nice, a real feat given how busy there are. There was a line still as we left albeit a short one. One of the other waiters also struck a conversation with us about a humorous situation, given that this was technically a breakfast meeting. I will likely stop in on the next holiday morning to have breakfast. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is certainly a popular neighborhood breakfast spot so do come early to avoid lines and to secure a convenient parking space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Judith G.

    This is a great neighborhood breakfast place in San Francisco. The food is fresh, tasty, plentiful and made to order. The service is professional, proficient and personable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is friendly and colorful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I love the California burrito. It is huge and I share it with my husband with both of us being satisfied when we are done. I would come back again and again.

    C W.

    A friend wanted to go here for lunch, telling me it wasn't a fancy place at all but the food was good. I am not the "diner" kind, but it was in the neighborhood and time was short! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Well, it doesn't look good on the outside, but inside most of the tables were full, the staff was welcoming, and the food was great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I watched how the staff was with all the guests, and they were genuinely kind to all. My friend had the omelette and I had a BLTA! Really good and fast service. Even great coffee for a diner! I don't get to the city much but recommending to friends who live here!!

    Full Irish Breakfast
    Hansel F.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]New Taraval Cafe is a San Francisco staple and very neighborhood friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It might get busy on weekends but typically average paced.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dining alone, I was seated with ease. My previous visit I sat at the counter and Orlando took care of me and showcased all the homemade hot sauces he makes. This time, I sat at a table and met Stanley the owner. Both Stanley and Orlando are very friendly and make everyone feel at home, you can tell they love what they do. I ordered the full Irish breakfast and would say it's one of the best in San Francisco. Orlando also makes homemade jams and they pair well with the toast! Fresh OJ always a pro move.. I definitely recommend this cafe as a solid way to start your day.

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    Devina D.

    I've had this place bookmarked ever since I saw a review on social media. The review focused on their cookies, but the food looked good enough to try. Parking is all street parking, which can be hit or miss. The establishment itself is small, and you'll need to write your name on the waitlist. Fortunately, I only waited about 10 minutes before being seated since I was a small party, and larger groups were waiting for tables. My fiancé and I were seated at the counter. Italian Omelet: This was good but not something I'd order again. The potatoes, however, were disappointing. They had the texture of boiled potatoes that were lightly stir-fried, with only a few crispy spots. Most were soft, soggy, and lacked flavor. I prefer super crispy potatoes, so I'd definitely sub these out next time. They also needed a lot of sauce, salt, and pepper to make them more palatable. Breakfast Burrito: This was just alright. It was a bit wet and greasy, which wasn't ideal. One thing I did love was their hot sauces. They seem to be a recipe from one of the workers (his face is on the logo), and they're all delicious with a nice kick. Definitely a highlight of the meal! If I'm in the area and craving diner-style breakfast, I'd consider coming back, but I'd definitely try different menu items next time.

    Corned beef hash
    Pear N.

    First time trying this place, and overall it wasn't bad. We ordered the corned beef hash and the chilaquiles with bacon on the side. If you're looking for a classic diner breakfast, this spot definitely gets the job done. We've had better chilaquiles elsewhere, and I do wish the fried potatoes were more like hash browns, but they also served at least three different homemade salsas that were delicious and added a lot of extra flavor to the potatoes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was busy the whole time we were there, and it has a nice old-school diner vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Corn beef hash, scrambled eggs, and home fries.

    Haven't been to this restaurant in ages since the change of ownership. Service remains top-notch, with staff who are consistently friendly and attentive. Food is consistent. We ordered the corn beef hash (using beef brisket) with scrambled eggs and home fries. We also ordered two pork chops (thin cut), over easy eggs and home fries. The pork chops had good flavor but a tag overcooked and made it dry. It also came with toast and homemade jams.

    Lemonade with free refills
    Alyssa S.

    My new favorite breakfast spot! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is small so there's limited seating but the service is great and food was sooooo delicious.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered way too much but everything we got was amazing. Their home potatoes are like fried mashed potatoes and I loved them. Orlando's hot sauces were all so flavorful too. I tried every one of them and they were all good but I have my top two for sure. Can't wait to go back again... maybe tomorrow lol

    Sam Y.

    Came in to eat some late late breakfast but was told it was burger night. No biggie, got the meatball burger and it was good! It came with a fat portion of crinkle fries. There were a few tables and seating at the grill. I had no problem getting seated right away on a Monday night after work. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The chef at the grill gave me a friendly farewell when I was on my way out. Nice spot and I shall put this on my grub rotation.

    Hot sauce selection is on point

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    Mel's Drive-In

    3.4
    (2.9k reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    Mel's Drive-In is a fun, nostalgic spot that's definitely worth visiting--especially if you enjoy…read morethat classic retro diner vibe. The atmosphere really stands out, with a cool 50s theme that makes the whole experience feel unique and memorable. The burger was the highlight of the meal--juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. It's exactly what you'd hope for from a place like this. The fries were decent, but nothing special--good enough, just not as standout as the burger. The cheese sticks were tasty and cooked well, but at around $18, they felt a bit overpriced for what you get. The restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly and kept things moving smoothly. Overall, it's a great place to visit for the experience, solid food, and fun atmosphere. Not perfect across the board, but definitely a spot I'd recommend checking out at least once if you're in San Francisco.

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    Mel's Drive-In

    3.1
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    America turns 250 years old this 4th of July which is this week. The party people will be…read morecelebrating Americas birthday but also 250 years of San Francisco. Wandering around San Francisco you will see what the new America has built which is prosperity as a country of immigrants from all around the world. One thing I enjoy is diversity but also unity among fellow Americans. There is a love and dislike relationship among Americans towards the United States. It is like bad mouthing and a dislike towards a family member or a lover at times when in the end they will still reunite and still have love for one another. Nothing shows the United States uniting with others like the World Cup soccer. The world shows its appreciation towards American food. Nothing is more American in the world as Burger and fries. There is a place which been serving the American classics like cheese burger and fries in SF for almost 80 years along with milkshakes and it's called Mel's Drive-In. Walking on Geary Boulevard in San Francisco I saw a rare site these days . I saw a big United States flag waving in the sky and the sun shining on it in front of a restaurant. Then I saw over ten American flags in front of the restaurant. It seemed like I went back in time. Inside it's an old school diner with jukeboxes and pictures of George Lucas directing the movie American Graffiti. Mel's Drive-In started 80 years on South Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco. I was in the mood for an American meal and I got Mel's Burger with fries . The burger was tasty and a bit cheesy and the fries were not too salty like some in SF. I got the butterscotch milkshake and it was tasty with a cherry on top. A great place to get a taste of Americana. San Francisco is the city In was born and still "dwell" a place for protest you can hear the screams and see those who "yell " but it's the freedom of speech from the Golden Bridge to the "Freedom Bell" like you have the freedom you get a cheeseburger and a milkshake with the cherry on top at a drive -in named "Mel" Nothing is more American than a milkshake , cheeseburger, and "fries"while watching the flag wave on Geary Boulevard in the sun in clear blue "skies" some in this country who are proud are looked upon as "Americanize"but I look at each other with the lens of unity and freedom with my own "American eyes "

    I want to drop Mel's at least a star, but I gave it two stars when I first reviewed it, and it…read morewould be dishonest of me to pretend that it has remained at two stars all these years, because I've come here occasionally in the intervening years and have mostly enjoyed myself. So it might have rated three stars before this past April. What happened in April? Well, I don't know whether it actually occurred in April, but in April, I noticed that Mel's very prominently advertises on its menu that it fries its fried foods in beef tallow. That means I can't eat French fries or onion rings from here, because they're needlessly not vegetarian. And while I'm not the most healthy person out there, I do notice when things probably aren't vegetarian. In short, I'm pretty sure this is a change, because I would have noticed this a long time ago and ordered accordingly. So why did Mel's make this change? Probably because its owners are MAHA people, and RFJ, Jr., and a bunch of other clueless people believe that seed oils are deadly. But even if you believe seed oils are deadly, there are other non-seed oils that aren't sourced from dead animals. I only noticed because it's printed on the menu, so it's not like Mel's is trying to hide this change--on the contrary, I think they really believe using beef tallow is a selling point. Except that there are expressly vegetarian items on the menu, including a veggie burger. Non-beef fries aren't even an option? Really? I must issue a GRATUITOUS MEAT ALERT. Other things annoy me about Mel's too. It's not open late enough. They do that stupid thing where they charge you a hidden fee to pay either their workers' salaries or for their health insurance. A Bunch of SF restaurants do this same thing; it's false advertising, and it should be illegal. Build the cost of doing business into your actual prices. It's not as if the restaurant is paying these fees; we customers are. Finally, the service has been atrocious the last two times I came here. If you don't have enough servers to offer good service, do not seat people. That's the time-tested solution. Seating people without enough help just makes everyone angry. This isn't a one-star review, because Mel's is useful in a late-night bind and has a parking lot. If more places in San Francisco were open late or at least until ten p.m., Mel's would probably only warrant one star. Still, I can't see coming here anytime soon, especially after such recent bad service. It's also really expensive, even pre-hidden fee.

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    Breakfast at Tiffany's

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    I've never been to a restaurant that serves three eggs Benedict in one order, so that alone was…read moreimpressive! The food was absolutely amazing, and the service made the experience even better. We came on a weekday morning, and it was nice and calm. The woman who helped us, I believe her name was Tiffany, was incredible.. so welcoming, attentive, and kind. The location is also great and adds to the overall atmosphere. Everything about this place exceeded expectations, and I'll definitely be coming back much more often.

    We came here yesterday for brunch. It took us awhile to find a parking. San Bruno Ave was very…read morebusy, like a small Chinatown area. So be prepared to make a few rounds around the residential area to find parking. Glad we were here early as I heard that the line is usually long. A lady greeted us at the restaurant, very friendly and seated us right away. Cute small restaurant. Love the old photos of SF in the olden days . We ordered the San Bruno florentine Benedict and Western omelette. Before you order, know that the portions are huge! All the Benedict's comes with 3 poached eggs on an English muffin with hash brown or tater tots with your choice of stuffings. It was very rich, heavy breakfast and delicious! The mushroom and spinach with the sausage was savory. I love how the egg yolks just falls apart everywhere when you cut it in the middle. The hollandaise sauce was just the right amount. It was very filling. The omelette was like a calzone. They stuffed that omelette with so much filling that my hubby was loving it!!! He said it was full of flavors and all the stuffings were soo delicious he could not stop eating. Halfway to his omelette you can tell he was full but he was a trooper and almost finished everything. lol. Anyway, we left the restaurant overly stuffed but happy!!! We should have stopped eating when our tummy told us to stop, but it was delicious and fresh so we kept digging in. That was a mistake, lol. This place by far is one of the best breakfast place I've been to. Come hungry. Will be back!

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    Mel's Drive-In

    Mel's Drive-In

    3.0
    (873 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    Ahh bummer they have closed! No wonder those Almond Slivers…read moreon my sundae were stale. Going out of business stale. Well the ambience is empty- just a parking lot. No more service. Farewell to all the good times!

    I feel a little bit bad writing a bad review of this Mel's location, as it had a major fire a few…read moredays after I ate here with my parents and niece. But this is Yelp, man; you can do whatever you want as long as you're reviewing honestly and not getting quid-pro-quoed to do so. I know Mel's Drive-In. One of this Mel's Drive-In's selling points when I came here late at night recently was that it was open. Another was that it had a parking lot. Check to both, but with some grains of salt. THE PARKING SITUATION Yes, it has parking. But beware! It's one-way for some ridiculous reason, and the only legal way to enter is from Lombard Street. That's right; although the parking lot is attached to Lombard, Steiner, and Moulton Streets, you're only legally allowed to enter from Lombard Street, which is a huge busy street that's difficult, if not illegal, to make U-turns on. If anything, you should be forced to exit onto Lombard and be allowed to enter at or exit from either Steiner or Moulton, but nope, you'll be breaking the law to do what's convenient to both you and most other drivers. Great work, Mel's. THE INTERIOR It's weird. And small. And crowded. The bathrooms are kinda gross. Fifties diners make me think of comfortable booths. I know that Mel's is a '40s drive-in--supposedly--not a '50s diner, but booths are booths. Why aren't they more of them, and why is that weird seating area right in the middle of the restaurant? THE FOOD If you can call it that. I had the worst restaurant omelette I've ever had in my life. It was supposed to have veggies and cheese. Instead of being inside the omelette, all the veggies were underneath it, as in the cook put veggies on my plate, and then he put the cheesy omelette on top of it. My dad ordered the same thing, and his came out the same stupid way. THE SERVICE Friendly, but impossible to flag down. They have a lot of people working, but only your person can help you with your problem, even if it's an any-person problem like needing more napkins or salt. It also took forever for our food to come out. We could see and hear the cooks having a grand old time in the kitchen, and the servers were bringing things out to people, but our meal was awkward, because my niece's plate came out four minutes before my mom's, which came out seven minutes before my dad's and mine. I still kind of like the Mel's on Geary. Maybe that's just for nostalgia reasons, but I will say that I've never had poor service there, and the food is generally good. This Mel's, on the other hand, was a joke. I was embarrassed to bring people here, even if they were my seventeen-year-old niece and my parents. (My niece had been here before with her friends late at night, that little social butterfly.) I didn't pay, but I saw the bill. It's just as expensive (which means too expensive) as its Geary Boulevard location, but with way less value.

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    3.8
    (3.3k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Killing some time before dinner, stopped in for Happy hour at this supposedly legendary place…read more From ths outside, it didnt look like much, in fact it had Dive written all over it. I was pleasantly suprised walking in, as I was greeted with a Warm, cozy rusticly decorated place full of charm . Immediately through the door to the right was a hof-brau manned by a gentleman ready to serve up whatever culinary delight you wanted to try. The place was peppered with tables, occupied by what appeared to be a heavy presence of regulars. Took a spot at the bar, and ordered a beer and a shot while my sister got a manhatten. Prices for happy hour were well within reason and the pour for the bourbon was quite generous. The barkeep was gregarious and engaging . I want to go back for sure and try the hof-brau. It gave me a similar vibe like the old sams in sacramento.

    A San Francisco classic!…read more Had the pleasure to be in the neighborhood looking for a bite, and got quick nods of agreement when I suggested we hit Tommy's Joynt! I've been coming here for over 30 years, but I know this place has probably been there for at least that long before I made my way through its doors! We all ordered slim plates, which is a nice option, as the provide lighter meals for a lower price. For $14.50 I got Prime Rib (I think they call it round steak), mashed potatoes, a salad, a roll, and a side of beans. They offer a wide range of other options, including rotating nighttly specials. The guys at the counter are awesome, and are eager to serve you up a tasty plate, just how you want it! Everything is perfectly serviceable. Drinks are available on the other side of the room, and they have a great selection of beer and liquor (and I expect wines as well). I had a Ukrainian beer with my steak, and it hit the spot! Service at the bar is also quite good. I didn't have an Irish Coffee, since they didn't have fresh coffee made and we were in a bit of a time crunch, but I recall those being a treat as well. Huge helpings of tasty food at a reasonable price, and service with a smile makes this a heartwarming bit of San Francisco's classic dining. Give them a try for food, or just come in and have a drink - folks around here seem to be friendlier than most - maybe it's just getting good food at a great price!

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    St. Francis Fountain

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    The Mission District is home to some legacy businesses. You will see devoted patrons going to their…read morefavorite stores , bars, and restaurants over the years and they still are standing. In San Francisco alone there are a few places which been around for over 100 of years. There is a place which has been a Mission District neighborhood staple for over 100 years . It's a great place to cool out on a sunny day. They serve one of the best pancakes in San Francisco and is located on 24th streets. Its namesake is San Francisco is English and it's called St. Francis Fountain. On the last few days left of a Spring 2026 stroll I landed in St. Francis Fountain. Inside you will feel the nostalgia as you will see tables and booths and also an ice cream bar which serves ice cream sundaes with a cherry on top and classic milkshakes. I got the vanilla milkshake and it was tasty and a bit sweet. I then had to try the buttermilk pancakes. It was savory and buttery and the syrup made all delicious. This store also has some nostalgia selling trading cards like the garbage pail kids in SF. Overall a good vintage classic soda fountain in SF. Come here once you are "awake"where they "make" a delicious buttermilk "pancake"and you can wash it down with a strawberry or vanilla "milkshake" Come get the pancake after it's made with a delicious "batter"and get a breakfast or lunch "platter "and enjoy a good yap another words a good "chatter "at a place in SF where for over 100 years the Mission neighborhood still "gather"

    St Francis Fountain is a legacy business, the oldest on 24th street, and there's a reason why…read morethey've been around serving up some of the best diner food in SF since 1918!!! I stopped by for breakfast early on Saturday. There's the main restaurant with tables and bar seating, and they have the restaurant space next door with even more tables. Apparently at peak brunch time, the whole space is packed even the outdoor seating. The whole time our service was fantastic, it wasn't super busy so they were also able to give us a little history about Saint Francis fountain and the building. The space has that classic diner decor, fresh pothos cuttings at every table, I felt the good energy. The coffee was good, no frills diner coffee. We ordered the chef's mess side of banana bread (the warm it up straight on the grill), biscuits and gravy with poached eggs, and the sourdough French toast with banana walnut topping. Was this too much food for two people? Of course. When you look at this incredible menu, good luck choosing only 1 thing! The food came out hot and very big portions. The biscuits and gravy were perfect. The gravy was creamy with nice size chunks of sausages, cooked so well, sausage wasn't overcooked. The biscuits were so soft, buttery. The home style spuds were seasoned really well, paired really well with my eggs and biscuits and gravy. I was so happy. The sourdough French toast was so good. The fresh banana topping with walnut and a little butter in one bite, wow!! It was also done so well, sourdough wasn't mushy at all. My partner enjoyed their chef's mess. It was seasoned well, cooked well, and the mushrooms in it were great! Overall, this is a very memorable breakfast for me. I can't wait to go back to try more on the menu. They had so many good options in the quality of food was fantastic. I think this is generally one of my favorite spots in the city for a classic diner breakfast.

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    A view from our booth to the opposite side wall in the back.
    A view from our booth to the opposite side wall in the back.
    The Chef's Mess. Eggs, bacon, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, peppers and delicious.
    The Chef's Mess. Eggs, bacon, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, peppers and delicious.
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