My friend and I tried to get into Rose Pizzeria for dinner, but they had too long of a wait, so we ended up here instead, but it wasn't at all a letdown. We were greeted by the friendliest server (a tall guy with curly hair whose name I unfortunately didn't get but shout-out to him) who asked us if we had any questions about the menu. My friend and I had already glanced at the menu when we checked in with the host, so we pretty much knew what we wanted. I did ask our server about crust options though and ended up going with the New York style because I didn't have the stomach capacity for the slightly thicker options like Detroit but perhaps next time with a bigger group! We ordered The Standard, which seemed like a good choice because of the diverse, balanced toppings, and the chicories & beets salad. The salad arrived quickly, and the pizza was brought to our table soon after. I liked how refreshing and crisp the salad was, but the pizza was really what I wanted. It was everything I wanted in a pizza - definitely the best choice of the lineup imo. The crust was so soft and pillowy I couldn't resist devouring it all and leaving no trace. I'm very much a crust gal. Glad the plan to hit up Rose Pizzeria didn't work out so that we could discover this gem. With the various styles of pizza options available, there's sure to be something from the menu for everyone here! read more

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Well-crafted pizzas with a choice of 4 different styles. My friend and I have spent the last few decades trying out different pizza places across the Bay Area, and Pizzeria da Laura did not disappoint! We tried a Sicilian style pizza that was super delicious - the crust was thick and fluffy and aromatic, with a perfectly light crunchy bite - no soggy bottoms here, folks! It almost doesn't matter which flavor, but we had the Ray J which was a delightful blend of sweet and savory. In contrast, we also tried a seasonal vegan pizza prepared in the thinner-than-Sicilian Grandma style - this was also delicious and the crust was satisfyingly crunchy. We appreciated the quality ingredients and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The arancini balls were pretty good but the stars were the pizzas. Service was efficient, helpful, and friendly - Laura herself was on hand to make recommendations and answer all our questions. The space had a nice vibe and was clean and comfortable. Parking wasn't too bad - found a spot two blocks away. Will return to try more pizzas, as well as a pasta dish. If you're ever in the area, I do recommend that you check it out. This pizzeria has been around for 3 years and we want it to stick around for a long long time. read more

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When I have the opportunity to explore an area I'm not familiar with, naturally I do a food search. In this case, a Sunday evening in Berkeley where a majority of businesses close earlier, pizza was a good option. I decided between the top two recommendations, I went with the award winning chef and pizza at Pizzeria da Laura. I ordered the Regina, and added sausage. The 18" was a generously sized pie, with an abundance of toppings and at a few dollars over $40 was well worth it. Great crust is a must for pizza and the entire pie was delicious. The staff were nice and the location is both attractive and convenient. Next time I plan to get that enticing looking Detroit deep dish. read more

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A really solid pizza place, definitely one of the best Sicilian pizzas I've ever had in the Bay area. The service was fast and the ambiance seemed really nice but we took it to go. I definitely want to come back and try the pesto pizza, but the red sauce was really good! 4.25/5 read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Pizza box - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time at Pizzeria da Laura and glad to finally give it a try. The wait for 4 people at 5 pm on a Saturday was quick with no reservations. We all enjoyed the chicories and beets salad. Very refreshing. The Marge pizza was good. Their take on the classic margherita. The dough and crust was super tasty. Everyone liked the Ray J Sicilian version. 12 slices. The dough was pillowy and fluffy with crisp crust. Enjoyed the garlic fermented honey. By 6:30, the entire restaurant was filling up. Some notes that could improve, serving cold water with ice for the warm Berkeley days like today. Adding more servers so the one server is not as busy. We got a box for few leftover slices but instead of giving the check he walked away to take another table's order. We had to flag him down again for check and never received copy of receipt due to being busy with other tables. Indoor/outdoor seating Street parking only read more

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This is the second time I've been here. I ordered a Detroit Veggie Toots. I think the pizza is good. Not amazing though. The dough was a bit dry and not enough sauce. The first time I came here many months ago, the pizza was better. After having a different Detroit style (Joyride) a few days later I realized that this one was not as good. My biggest issue is that I feel ripped off by this pizzeria. They charged me $3.99 for a takeout fee. I ordered directly on the website and it routed me to Toast. It wasn't even clear that they had a fee for taking out, they kinda slide it right past you. This is the first time I've ever experienced this level of robbery. Just for that, I wouldn't go back for takeout. The pizza is already $33 and what the hell is this fee even for? And they have the audacity to ask for tip on top of this while checking out. It's just insanity. You shouldn't do this to customers. Edit: I was scrolling reviews and saw the manager's response to someone who also complained about this fee, saying they don't control what Toast charges for takeout. Come on, really? You can control what platform you use. That's a poor excuse. read more

Had a great time at dinner after wanting to try this spot for awhile. Tried both a pasta and pizza, the rigatoni was excellent! I honestly liked this more than the pizza. The pizza wasn't bad, it would have nice with a bit more sauce. But still delicious! Our server was incredibly nice and walked us through the menu to help us decide what to get. The desserts were also both amazing! The restaurant is very cozy and they also have a nice upstairs section. I would come back again! read more

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Recently went here not to long ago and wow this place was amazing. Loved the whole vibe inside and the place looks super cool to be inside. Our service was amazing and the food was incredibly good. 10/10 on the pizza and the salad. The pizza was amazing and I really liked how there was so many options of style of pizza to get. Definitely worth trying out read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Pizzeria da Laura in Berkeley is a fantastic spot for Italian food right in the heart of downtown, just steps from the university. The location gives it a lively downtown vibe with lots of energy from the surrounding area and nearby students. The reservation and check-in process was very smooth. The staff were incredibly courteous, welcoming, and helpful throughout the visit. I actually arrived about 30 minutes earlier than my reservation time, and they were kind enough to seat us early, which was a really nice touch. One thing I really like about this place is that they update their dishes a few times a year, so every visit can feel a little different and exciting. The menu has great variety, especially when it comes to pizza styles as you can choose from New York, Sicilian, Detroit, and Grandma-style pizzas, and the pricing is very straightforward for all the sizes they serve. The pizza was perfectly cooked and tasted great. They also allow you to customize your pizza by adding or removing ingredients, which makes it very convenient for everyone to choose based on their liking. And they add toppings with open-heart. The pasta was also excellent. We ordered the Peperoncino pasta, and it tasted amazing. The garlic flavor and breadcrumbs were really the highlight and brought out the authentic character of the spaghetti. Another big plus is that they have plenty of vegetarian options, making it easy for different dietary preferences. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for what they serve. Food arrived quickly, and the service from the servers and staff was great throughout the visit. The restaurant also has plenty of space and handles reservations well. The atmosphere is lively with lots of people around and students from the nearby university, which adds to the downtown Berkeley energy. A little more upbeat music could add even more charm to the place. Overall, this is a place I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Berkeley. It's the kind of restaurant I'd happily come back to again and again. read more

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One of the best pizza places in the Bay Area! Love that you are able to customize and choose what style of pizza you prefer. There's Ny style which is the classic pizza slice that's thinner. Or the grandma style which is thicker than ny and thinner than a Sicilian slice ( this is my perfect choice ). Sicilian is thicker than grandma style and is more thick. And the thickest of all is the Detroit style! I got the ray j grandma style! I came here with my boyfriend's family and the next week we came back with more family! Everyone loved the ray j! It was creamy from the burrata, sweet from the honey and sooo good with the little pepperonis! Personally one of my favs and my boyfriend's family's favorite! I've converted them all to eating here !!! We also got the standard grandma style and pepperoni NY style but everyone's fav is the RAY J!! We even got another pizza at the end bc 3 wasn't enough!! We reserved a table this time bc we had more than 6 people but last time we walked in and was seated right away! Everyone is super friendly and will explain all the styles of pizza! Couldn't even get a decent picture of the ray j bc it was THAT GOOD! read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Ray J ( grandma style) - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I only meant to grab a quick snack, but I ended up devouring four slices of pizza. The crust was perfectly crunchy, and their sauce was amazing. The service was a bit slow since only one person handled the register, but the food made up for it. read more

We popped in on a whim and loved the Art Deco vibe right away. The service was efficient and friendly -- staff actually recommended things off the menu, which made choosing easy. We shared the rectangular "Ray J" style pizza (square-cut, melty mozzarella, olives, zucchini, mushrooms, spinach) and it was perfectly browned at the edges with a great balance of toppings. The broccolini with white beans and a spoonful of chili crisp was a standout -- bright, garlicky, with a nice spicy kick. Bathroom down in the basement felt odd at first, but it was roomy and clean. We only had water and skipped dessert (trying to be good), but we're already plotting our next visit and which pie to try next. Two thumbs up from both of us -- would definitely go again. read more

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They accommodated a party of 20 on a Sunday night. Food was delicious and fresh. Service was quick, attentive and friendly. They have many options. Vegan options too. Will definitely be returning. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Nice airy dough. Got the NY. Nicely cooked. Great ceasar salad. $31 for small pizza. Salad $15. Drinks - $15 for cocktails wines. Beers 9-10. read more

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Amazing service -- our waiter was warm, attentive and knowledgeable. Incredible broccolini and aranciata, absolutely smashing. We had pizza slices that were huge and filling. I wish they had more creative vegetarian options though. The chef is brilliant so I'd love to see some of that skill applied to veggie dishes! read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Meat slice and veggie slice - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Employee appreciation week! One of our guys recommended this pizzaria for our employee appreciation week! We were sort of skeptical but man, he delivered! The place is pretty big for a pizza place with sitting both indoor and outdoor! However, we decided to order takeout pizzas! We didn't have a favorite but all were good specially the meat lovers one. We will definitely order takeout again in the future. Lastly, on the wing of the restaurant they have a little area where you can order by the slice! A really great option to have! Definitely stop by when you're in downtown Berkeley in the Shattuck area! I know we will! read more

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As a huge pizza fan, I'll admit I'm very picky when it comes to pizza. For me, a great pizza has to get three things right: the crust, the cheese, and the sauce. Pizzeria da Laura nails all three. I love that they offer different crust options, my personal favorite is the thick, Detroit-style crust. The Grandma style came in a close second, but honestly, you can't go wrong with any of them. The sauce has just the right balance of tang and sweetness, the cheese is top quality, and every bite feels perfectly crafted. They also have a great selection of beer, cocktails, and wine to pair with your meal. And the fact that it's set in a beautiful historic building just adds to the charm, the whole place has such a wonderful, inviting vibe. If you love pizza (and care about the details), this place will make you very happy. read more

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3.5 rounded up Granny style La Regina- really great texture when it first comes out. I wouldn't recommend getting this to go. If you do, expect to reheat it in the air-fryer. It got a bit hard and not as good mid-way through dinner. Ingredients seemed very fresh and flavors were as expected. Small NY style Ray J- I felt this packed more flavor than La Regina but I'm not sure if I really liked the garlic infused honey. It wasn't terrible but I think I prefer hot honey on pizza over garlic honey. The pepperonis were tasty but I do like mine a little more crisp. And the texture of the pizza crust was not crispy in the center. It's limp when you pick up the slice. The edge was good though. Overall, I liked the granny style over the New York style but only if you eat the granny style quickly. Once the granny style gets hard, the New York style is better. After tax and tip, it's pretty pricy for 2 small pizzas. I wouldn't mind going back to try other flavors but I also wouldn't be in a rush. Staff was friendly and attentive. There's a clean restroom, which needs a keycard to get in, for patrons in the basement. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Small, New York style Ray J - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I Love this place one of my Favorites all time. I keep getting the Detroit Ray J, I also got the mushroom pasta which was fantastic.

Matt's next stop on his excellent East Bay Pizza research is Pizzeria da Laura. Pizza da Laura has all of the ingredients that make a thin crust pizza great. Chewy yet crusty dough that stands up to any toppings you want. My pie came with quarter size pepperoni liberally added to a tomato and cheese base that made me smile. Location is central Berkeley near campus. Parking can be challenging but their are dedicated lots near by. Berkeley has become a Mecha for outstanding Pizzas, and Pizzeria da Laura is definitely in my top three. If you are going to Cal Football or an event at the Freight, Matt says drop by Pizzeria da Laura for a pie. You can thank me later read more

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We got two pizzas and arancini as takeout a couple weeks ago. I think everything suffered from being 10-15 minutes colder than it should have been, so would recommend eating in if you can! The crust was great (we got one Grandma and one New York). Unfortunately the veggie pizza was predominantly eggplant that itself wasn't well cooked. Three of us loved the arancini, one of us felt like the saffron note overpowered the cheese. read more

It was a dark and stormy night, we took shelter from the rain and nabbed a high top no rez, to catch a meal before a show at the freight. The first bite of radicchio red onion pistachio and little gem was perfection. Pizza was on point! No complaints--server said next time try the detroit.. Cool spot. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - The Truly Thin and Crispy + thin pepp and garlic honey - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Traveled up from SJ to try this place out bc my bf read an article. We recently got back from NY eating some of the best NY pizza we had so our expectations were high. We got the Regina NY style. The pizza bread was crispy , the cheese on top wasn't my favorite, i like mozzarella, there was alot of prosciutto on top, making it a bit salty for me, but nice they dont skimp on the meat, i liked the arugula. My stomach just couldnt handle maybe the cheese or meats. Overall im glad we tried it and would maybe try a different one with different meat and mozzarella cheese next time. The service was amazing and they have patio seating and open doors so it was nice with the sunny weather. read more

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The Ray J Detroit Style is absolutely fantastic, COME HERE AND GET THIS. I've literally been thinking about it since I had it. Wanna try more things but our waitress was also the sweetest! The ambiance was meh and I also thought the menu was a little too big and overwhelming. Great experience though, just narrow down what to get before you go! read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Ray J Detroit Style - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

This spot really surprised me, and is definitely some of the best pizza I have had in the Bay. We tried a Detroit style pizza with thick cut pepperoni- crust was light, airy, flavorful, and just a wonderful crispy cheese on the outer layer. Not overdone, not overly greasy. Just really good. Also tried a NY style which was equally as good. Again, really good crust. For this one we got the "Ray J" with pepperoni with burrata, honey, basil. I thought it might be too heavy on the toppings, but the pizza held up and all the flavors were great. Overall, just VERY good and above average pizza spot. If I lived closer, I would probably make this my regular spot. That being said, will return anytime I am in Berkeley. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Ray J NY style - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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VEGAN REVIEW came here to celebrate my pizza-loving hubby's bday. pro tip: get a reservation if you can! we came on a Saturday night & it was hopping. they've got a whole vegan menu! we enjoys broccolini & arugula salad as our apps (they were out of vegan casaer, boo). built a yummy Sicilian pizza, it was HUGE & delicious. they also have great cocktails. service for the food was good, drinks took forever. we sat upstairs which gets LOUD & hot when it's full, also has extremely bright lights-- it was like eating while getting interrogated LOL read more

Wow. Great pizzas Great great great. Rice balls outstanding. Give me more!!!!! Forgot to shout out the great server too. read more

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Update # 2: 1/18/2026 This is my second update in less than a week because I want to make sure prospective customers know that Pizzeria da Laura is a top-tier business with top-tier customer service. They delivered on their promise to refund me for Local by Toast's mistake. I might just have to drive into Berkeley to get my next pie. Well done, Chef Laura and team. read more

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Wonderful pizza spot in Downtown Berkeley! I've only had takeout from Pizzeria da Laura, but I loved their pizza and service during my experience. I ordered a Detroit style Ray J online and picked it up around 20 minutes after I got the notification that my order was ready. When I got there, they took my pizza out from a thermal protected bag and my pizza was still very warm despite my late pick up! The pizza itself was delicious - the crust was crispy, while the dough was fluffy, and the combination of tomato + burrata + basil + honey was fantastic. I've never eaten inside but before, but the ambiance seemed very nice and welcoming. I've heard their salads are delicious as well. Would love love love to return to dine-in soon! read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Detroit Ray J - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Love this place! How have I not been here before?!! The place is a cool two story eatery with delicious Detroit style pizza. I tried the La Primavera and both my husband and myself loved it! Our waiter, Stephen (hope the spelling is correct), was super nice and friendly. It truly does make me appreciate going out and receiving great service at a restaurant, like in person! :) read more

Pizzeria da Laura - La primavera - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

The 4 of us really enjoyed our Sicilian-style Pizza (Pazzo) which we almost finished. Those 12 meat-laden slices packed a lot of delicious punch, with the 2 remaining (and boxed) slices happily finding a home for the next day. This was our pre-Berkeley Rep dinner before seeing a production of "Mother of Exiles". We arrived on the early side to an almost empty restaurant. As Downtown Berkeley can be edgy in spots, I initially wondered what we were walking into. The 2-level interior also brought up a question or 2 on what business was here before them. But, according to the reviews, this place has been around for at least a couple years and apparently doing well. By the time we left, the place was largely full and with a lot of happy Pizza-loving clientele. We all agreed that Pizzeria da Laura merited another visit to dive more deeply into the other styles (New York, Detroit, Grandma) and topping options. Past the Pizza, there's a few Pasta and Salad choices, plus some fairly impressive wine, beer and cocktail choices. And of course, there's take-out and delivery options, unfortunately not all the way to our home in Northern Nevada. read more

The bay area just sucks for pizza and this is yet another overhyped fail. I'm pretty reviewers finding a new spot, ask the owner if they think they are great, and giving the place great reviews based on a tale. Don't listen to west coast chumps when it comes to pizza. It's plain Jane and too doughy and boring. The pasta was comically bad...literally the taste of pasta water. Is this place real and are you reviewers just buying the hype?! Only 2 ny style exist in the east bay pizza desert: mama's boy and slice house read more

Finally got to try this place out order to go very happy with the choice of pizza I ordered. The Italian was good. Order to go. read more

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Loved this restaurant! Stefan took great care of us! He got our food right away. We were going to a concert and didn't want to be late. We had Arancini (fried rice balls). These were delicious - cacio e Pepe risotto with delicious marinara sauce and pecorino Romano cheese. These came out piping hot - highly recommend! The Standard pizza, NY style was perfect. Large was $39.50. The toppings (pepperoni, onion, mushrooms, olives, sausage, basil) was a perfect combo blend! They have 4 styles of pizzas - NY, Sicilian, Detroit and Grandma - all look fabulous but we all wanted NY style. It was delicious. I would have loved some hot honey for the crust but that's just me! We also had the Bucatini Amatriciana ($24) which is made with homemade bucatini. Every bite was perfect with guanciale and calabrese peppers. We were not happy with the lasagne ($26). The top layer was dry/well done. It was also served hortizontally. It just wasn't good and we ended up taking most of it home. It was a little bit better the next day but just skip this since there are lots of other yummy dishes here. We were seated upstairs which was fine but it was right next to where they pile up the used plates. Had I noticed it sooner, I would have asked for another table. All in all, a great meal and we'd come back again. Hope to sit at Stefan's table again! read more

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I've been here a few times and the pizza is very good. We had the Pazzo Sicilian style. It had tomato sauce, mozzarella, thin pepperoni, sausage, bacon, mushroom, red onions, bell pepper and garlic. I love the airiness of the Sicilian style crust. They only prepare 25 crust of this variety per night. I had a couple of beers on draft. Thinking it wouldn't hurt to serve this in a larger glass. Draft beer is pretty cheap with high margins. The same goes for the Long Island Ice Tea my friend ordered. That's the smallest glass I've ever seen this drink come in. Kind of pitiful really. Otherwise its restaurant was hopping on a Friday night. I recommend always making reservations. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Pazzo Sicilian style pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came here for lunch with some friends. I ordered 2 slices of pizza, sold by the slice. One pepperoni, one veggie. The slices are big and delicious. This spot is close to the UC Berkeley campus and students recommended we check it out. The arugula salad is just arugula leaves and shredded cheese. No other vegetables at all. If you're looking for a delicious slice of pizza at $6 a slice. This is a good find in Downtown Berkeley! read more

This cute Italian joint is a Berkeley staple. We ordered family style, starting with all the salads, which were all great. The chicories and beets salad was my favorite. The Ray J pizza with pepperoni and a bunch of bold flavors was a crowd pleaser; the crust is perfectly thin and holds the toppings well. The mais corn pasta was good but lacked flavor. A solid place great for sharing! read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Ray J and mais - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Banger pizza that is has the perfect amount of crunchy gooey goodness you're looking for. I wish they had this in So Cal but it is a must have for anyone in the Berkeley area. We were well taken care of and they have a talented barista mixing up delicious cocktails worthy of a nice bar. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Sicilian Ray Jay with honey on the side - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

First time trying this place even though we live so close! Got the toots 18" New York style to share between 3 people. Pretty good! Love the thin crust. Wish there was a bit more texture as all the veggies just melded into one another. Also wish we could've done half and half like I've seen in other pizza places so that we could try another flavor. If there was arugula on top that might've bumped this to a 5 star. Good service, good ambiance, great lighting. Overall not bad but might try a different pizza place next time. read more

Pizzeria da Laura - Toots 18" NY style - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Me and the lady went here, cause of Bay Area Check Please! You know? Cause that's what we do. The evening we went it was busy, but we had little wait for our table. The homie Fernando was cool and on top of things. It Did however take a min to get the pies. But it wasn't a crazy long wait. About the pies we got: I got the Detroit style of what's called The Ray J which is named after Laura's brother. I saw her make that on an episode Localish. My lady got a New York style of a "make your own". Both were fire. The dough on the New York style was nice and slightly chewy. And on the Detroit style, the way the cheese cooked around the edges were tasty than a mug! If you know you know. The ambiance was cool. I mean, it's a pizza place. Music was on point. Nah'mean?!?! Check it out. read more

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