We stopped in on Saturday around 5p and were seated immediately. Having never experienced Seabutter (it's listed as Seabutter on Google but it's the same place), we were excited! They have a few options for us gfdf folks. They seem to know the menu well enough to make specific suggestions. I went with the Luxe 3 roll with HYE, negi and truffle salmon. Wow-- each one was delicious and didn't even need soy sauce (they do have a gf shoyu). I was so impressed, I ordered an additional blue crab roll. You have to eat them fast- every second counts as the nori softens. The chefs were really friendly as were the staff. Everyone will probably compare this to Kazunori, which I haven't been to yet but my friend said it's comparable. Give it a try! I'll definitely be back. read more

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Stopped by The Bar - Hand Rolls by Seabutter on Americana for a solo meal today and left seriously impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was promptly and genuinely greeted by pretty much everyone working there; it set a welcoming tone right away. Even better, there was virtually no wait. I walked in and within minutes was already seated. The energy of the place is fast-paced, but it never feels rushed. Everything flows smoothly, and you can tell the team is locked in while still making sure guests feel relaxed and taken care of. I went with a 5-roll order and an individual roll, and every piece hit the spot. The salmon roll came out first and was the perfect start - fresh, buttery, and incredibly satisfying. The tuna followed and delivered that clean, rich flavor you want. Third was the amberjack, which had a really nice balance and depth. The scallop roll (fourth) was a standout: sweet, delicate, and expertly done. Fifth was the blue crab, fresh and full of flavor with great texture. I finished with wagyu, which was rich, indulgent, and the perfect closing note. Marcelle was exceptional. Even with the restaurant moving at full speed, his attention to detail never dropped. Everything was explained clearly, timed perfectly, and handled with professionalism. You can tell he takes pride in his work. Huge shoutout as well to Daniel, who stayed on top of everything the entire time: attentive, efficient, and always present when needed. Top-tier experience across the board. Perfect for a solo visit or otherwise, and definitely a 5-star spot. read more

Hey man, very late lunch my regular serve. Daniel wasn't there which made me sad. For my regular deluxe set with a substitute that was approved by one of the manager, and I and it was always honored But unfortunately, today it was denied so I left and I did not enjoy my hand so much I don't know if I'll be back read more

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Love this small sushi place in Americana. They have a small menu, but everything is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this place for people who want a light and small meal. Forgot to take more pics because I was busy eating... read more

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Wow, just wow! Such a classy experience. The sushi hand rolls are absolutely delicious, and all you need is a little sake on the side to complete the meal. I'm so happy I had the chance to try this spot. It's a perfect place to stop if you're shopping at the Americana or simply looking for a unique sushi experience. read more

The Bar - Hand Rolls by Seabutter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Glendale, California

It was my first time here, and it's a great spot for a quick and casual bite. The atmosphere is nice, and all the servers were very friendly. The hand rolls were delicious, but the only downside was that the seaweed got soggy pretty quickly. Other than that, it's definitely a solid hand roll spot I'd come back to. read more

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Walked in on a Saturday night with no wait, which already felt like a win. The interior is sleek and modern, and the curved handroll bar makes the space feel intimate but still lively. It ended up being a great date night spot before heading to a movie. We ordered the 6-handroll set. The blue crab was the standout and my favorite, followed by the spicy tuna and scallop, which were both excellent. Salmon and amberjack were solid, but the negi toro I wasn't a fan of. If you're a texture person, this one might not be for you. Overall, a really enjoyable experience. Service was good, pacing between handrolls was nice, and pricing felt fair for the Americana. I'd come back to try a few other rolls. read more

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Quality is top tier. Everything was super fresh and delicious. The ambiance is beautiful. Chef Marcelle is so hospitable and made the evening special. read more

The Bar - Hand Rolls by Seabutter - Seabutter spoon. Amazing!! Great recommendation by chef Marcelle. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Glendale, California

A couple of weeks ago, my friend and I went to The Bar - Handrolls by Seabutter for a weekday lunch. We arrived around 12:30pm on Monday and it wasn't busy, so we were seated promptly. The ambiance of the restaurant is upscale, yet casual. The service was fine; the chef prepared the handrolls at a good pace and we didn't feel rushed. Also, there's bar-top seating with the chefs behind the counter, and there's only 1 gender-neutral restroom in the restaurant. I ordered the 5-Handroll ($27) set menu. My fave rolls were salmon (fresh & buttery) and amberjack (surprise citrus zing). My least fave roll was spicy tuna because the spiciness was overwhelming compared to others I've had before. I paired this set with the Sunomono Salad ($5), which had crisp and refreshing cucumbers. I'm unsure if I'd return to The Bar soon because there are a lot of great handroll bars with similar prices in the surrounding areas. read more

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Walked in on a Friday night, but it wasn't really worth the hype or the price. I tried the Taste of Bar and added Salmon Ikura, Toro Uni, USC, and Uni-Scallop. The timing of when the rolls came out felt inconsistent. The seaweed got soggy pretty quickly and didn't have much flavor. The rice tasted more like regular steamed rice rather than sushi rice. The Salmon Ikura was especially disappointing--it only had about five pieces of ikura. On a positive note, the fish itself was pretty fresh and tasty. Service was just okay; it was hard to get the host's attention and we had to flag down servers. Once we did get a server's attention, though, they were friendly. read more

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Happened to be in the area and SO glad that I stopped in. Restaurant gets very busy in peak hours and can potentially have hour long waits. I went around 3pm on a weekday and had incredibly friendly service and great conversations with the staff. Food was delicious and very good value. I'm not in LA often but very glad to have experienced. read more

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This place was just okay. Its not worth the amount of food you are getting and it doesn't taste any different that what you could probably make at home having your own sushi night. The rolls weren't filled all the way either. The service was also just okay but they only had one chef working on like the entire side of people and I was seated at the very end so it took forever for my food to get to me read more

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I became a fan of the main Seabutter restaurant when they opened nearby. I had never had pressed sushi which was delicious. And the service was always top notch. So when I heard they were opening a hand roll bar, I couldn't wait to try them out. I've been here 3 times now and they do not disappoint. That said, you must love hand rolls because that's the star here. I usually order the 5-piece or 6-piece set menu. And if I'm still hungry, it's easy to add an additional roll. The rolls are made to order so you need to eat them immediately or the seaweed will get moist and chewy. You don't want that if you can help it. That's never a problem when I'm by myself, but it can be an issue when dining with others because your rolls will come out one by one, meaning no one gets to eat together. You eat as each roll is presented. The service here is as good, if not better, than their nearby restaurant. My only complaint, thus the 4 stars, is when you are here by yourself, it's easy to down each roll as they are made. If you are with a friend, one of you will be eating a roll while the other watches and waits for theirs. If only the chefs could tag team and make two at the same time to avoid this issue. But other than that, I have no complaints. read more

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The Bar was great from service to quality and the space this restaurant is in. We were greeted and promptly seated by Daniel who also took time to explain to me (1st timer) their concept. I appreciated that. We walked over from Apple to see if it was crowded & if we had to wait to be seated and thankfully it was early enough on a Tuesday that it wasnt. My cousin & I both went for the 5 hand roll set ($27 ea). I ordered a sunomono ($5) appetizer and it was one of the better ones that I've had. The slight sweetness on the pickled cucumbers were really tasty. The salmon handroll was real good. Decent sized chunks of salmon, rice and nori. Great bites. Spicy tuna handroll had a nice kick. We enjoyed that. Amberjack handroll was good but the flavor on it is slightly strong for me. Still good. The scallop handroll was perfection. Delicious, creamy scallop pieces just went so perfect with the rice & nori. So good... The blue crab hand roll was delicious. Always save the usual best for last. Creamy crab... Just so tasty. I also added a salmon truffle ($8.50) which comes with seared scallop which is served in an open-faced handroll style, topped with artichoke truffle, sea salt & citrus drizzy. It was delicious. The combination of flavors made for really nice bites. It was a nice ending to my meal... My cousin added a H.Y.E. handroll ($9) which comes with minced yellowtail, sesame oil, minced truffle, wasabi & sea salt. He's had it before, really liked it and wanted it again. We really enjoyed our weekend dinner at The Bar. We will for sure be back and bring others with us. Daniel was great, we appreciated his customer service and chef Marcelle was great in making all the tasty handrolls. Arigato chef. read more

Honestly I had such a blast at this hand roll bar by Sea Butter! I loved the picturesque U-shaped bar where I could see the chefs prepare each roll. The staff were super friendly and walked me through the most popular and personal favorites. I ordered the 5-set hand roll for a fun mix of salmon, spicy tuna, amberjack, blue crab, and scallop. My favorites were the amberjack and scallop. I loved how each were prepared so fresh and delicately. The chef was fun to talk with as well! His favorite was the amberjack roll! It had a nice chewiness texture to it. The HYE specialty roll was also intriguing and I added it on. The pinch of minced truffle and sesame oil made all the difference on the yellowtail belly. It was also my first time having lava sea salt- how fun!! I'll definitely be back! read more

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My ultimate favorite hand roll bar thus far. I took the fam here for their first time and they are still dreaming of how fresh the fish was, the amazing service, and the simple aesthetic of this place. They opened at 12 and we were one of the first ones to enter. Try to get anything that they torch - my fave is the scallop. Yum! Will be back again soon, for sure! read more

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The host greeted us with a smile and everyone here seemed super nice as we entered as well. Already off the bat, service was a big green flag for me. Like most handroll places, they sat us at the bar near other customers. We got the 5 rolls set for our visit. For our rolls, I appreciate SO much how they were chunks, and not all mushed into a paste. They also didn't use an overabundance of rice, so the flavors were very balanced for me. What I really appreciate about this place is they are very quick with the rolls. All the handroll places I go to make us wait at least 5 minutes in between each roll, so it drags out the experience and time since I have a habit of eating super quickly. Here, they prepped the next roll immediately as soon as they notice we're done. Highly appreciate this because it helps saves me time and the awkwardness of waiting around. I love efficiency and this place was great. While I'm pretty sure you can take your time and they aren't rushing you, I just happen to be a fast eater and a "time is money" kind of person so their service was impeccable for me. Highly recommend coming here. read more

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Tasty, but the rolls are microscopic. Smallest sushi rolls I've ever had. Seriously. These are tiny. read more

This sushi bar is located inside the Americana and we were able to get in without a wait on a Saturday night. The host and chef were super nice and was able to answer any of our questions as this was our first time here. By first impression, the inside was clean and a great ambiance for a date night. What surprised us the most was how reasonable the prices were! I have been to other hand roll bar places and end up spending $80 and leaving hungry. Yet here at The Bar, I was able to try a selection of different hand rolls and left satisfied. I would definitely recommend the scallop with uni, it was my favorite hand roll! This is definitely a place I would return to the next time I find myself in the area. read more

Really glad I got to try this new handroll spot in Glendale! There are several different set menus you can choose from, or you can order any of the hand rolls ala carte as well which is convenient. The rolls are made to order, so they come to you one piece at a time, same as other places such as KazuNori. I would say some of their more decadent rolls (with truffle etc) are a bit on the heavier side. Still tasty, but good to have a variety of rolls - some lighter, and some a bit more decadent. This is a fantastic addition to the Americana Mall, super happy to see more Asian spots opening up to eat at when I'm shopping and need a bite to eat! Service is good but may be a tiny bit slow. Ambiance is gorgeous - brand new interiors that are modern and beautiful. Pricing is typical of handroll restaurants as well. read more

A hand roll oasis in a busy sea of restaurants and shops. Such a perfect chill lunch or dinner spot honestly. Picked a la carte dishes for dinner: the sunomono (cucumber salad), blue crab roll, seared scallop roll, and the prawn roll. I loved most of it, but the prawn roll felt like it had more cucumber than prawns though. The proportion of fish to rice in the blue crab and scallop roll was pretty perfect. The staff was super welcoming and open to any of our questions. The food comes incredibly quickly since it's made at the sushi bar in front of you. I would love to come back another time, either with friends or for a peaceful solo dinner. read more

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Gave The Bar a second chance and I'm super happy I did because my service and everything was just impeccable. O Rion I'm so sorry if I spelled it wrong but he was super super nice and the chef just understood the assignment and he just delivered. The food today was made exactly how I asked for not too heavy on the rice and no wasabi in anything although they don't add or make any changes they still did everything to the best of there ability to make the customer service perfect. Honestly I'm super happy I came back, there was not a single thing I had today that I didn't like it was just amazing. Literally this place just jumped on my top 3 of handroll bars and I cannot wait to come back and try more handroll I got the 6 handroll and literally one was better than the other. Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 10/10 read more

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All super good and fresh as if I was at the restaurant The seaweed was slightly soggy but honestly I ordered through Uber eats so nothing to do on either side to keep it crisp but I would say the sets and individual hand rolls I ordered were all 10000000/10 This was my 3 or 4th time ordering from them and will continue to do so when I get my cravings read more

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Finally get to try a hand bar place ! And this place was absolutely amazing, everything on the menu was so good, staff is absolutely friendly and the place is super clean. I'm definitely coming back here when I visit back LA. the uni toro was my FAVORITE!! read more

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Service was greats, ambience nice and the music too. The food Salmon truffle 9/10 Uni Scallop 9/10 Double T 10/10 HYE 10/10 CUT 10/10 Salmon Ikura 9/10 I like their foods and the fish its fresh and taste unique they have different toppings Very recommended, definitely will be back here read more

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Food was great loved the concept and fish tasted really fresh!! They did mess up our order a few times but still was good. I went in during a weekday for dinner and it was quieter and fast service. One thing that stood out to me was the staff preparing the hand rolls with no gloves. I can understand if this is a part of the traditional approach but from a hygiene perspective it seemed a bit unsanitary to prep a read to eat food with their bare hands. read more

I ordered a few salmon rolls to go anticipating that it would be on par as I have tasted their Sea Butter location across the street. Instead, the seaweed was extremely chewy and hard to consume. I was quite disappointed with this visit. read more

$5.50 for a bite of seaweed. LA Dining is fully ridiculous. Please consider giving customers a legit side dish. read more

The Bar - Hand Rolls by Seabutter - $5.50 for two bites of seaweed. Please consider giving us an actual portion of food. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Glendale, California

Good service with a beautiful interior and great lighting. The hand rolls are affordable, and the menu offers a solid variety of options. The only other hand roll spot I've tried is KazuNori, and the main difference I noticed was the seaweed--KazuNori's tends to be crispier and drier, while the seaweed here was a bit more chewy. Nonetheless, everything was still very delicious and I had a great overall experience. Less than $20 for a set of 3 handrolls. I came on a Sunday night around 7:30 pm and was seated right away with no wait. read more

First time here at the Bar and it was SO DELICIOUS!! I originally ordered the salmon truffle and the salmon jalepeno and that was so good. The Kanpachi Yuzu came out and that was absolutely DIVINE. Nate was my waiter and he was so friendly and so kind! Highly recommend going in and asking for Nate! read more

The Bar - Hand Rolls by Seabutter - Kanpachi Yuzu (left), Salmon Truffle (bottom), Sake Jalepeno (top; took out jalepeno) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Glendale, California

HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE HANDROLL SPOT! I've tried so many handroll spots that I can probably say that I'm a handroll connoisseur But seriously, if you're a fan of uni PLEASE try out the uni here! It is so fresh & so buttery & so freaking delicious~ I was lucky to eat there when they had a fresh shipment of Japanese uni The servers are so friendly & very patient, I say this because I brought my toddler to dine & he was being well, a toddler & they were so kind about his being reckless. 10000000/10 & I will be returning here until I get sick of it read more

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We went here with reservations on a Saturday night. It wasn't that busy so we could have walked in too . I was surprised how come it wasn't that busy at that time. Anyway, we were seated right away. The experience is very unique. I personally enjoy sitting at a sushi bar and I loved the open and round sushi bar design. It was classy and modern. The prices here may seem reasonable, but beware that the sizes are not that big so you end up having to keep ordering until you finally get full. That is not easily achieved lol so you end up spending a lot of money not realizing it. We ordered the deluxe hand-roll package and then some bowls and more rolls. we loved everything . The only complaint I have was the service . One of the guys was treating us like we owed him something. At the end, they brought the check without us asking, and then when we put our cards clearly on the card board, waiting to pay, another guy comes and gives us another check. I told him that the cards were already placed on the other bill and it was ready to be paid. He looked at us as if it was our mistake , and without apologizing, began trying to process the payments. Then the other guy came to help him because supposedly he was "new". This guy said to us : "common guys he is new! Cut us some slack" as if we complained or anything. All we said was " the cards are already placed there for payment" . Then he made this comment which felt very unprofessional and uncomfortable. He said : " man! You guys had so much to eat!" I swear I'm not lying but I have never heard such offense from a server in my life. We go to a lot of restaurants, and we order plenty of food. Shouldn't they be happy that we ordered a lot; instead of a little bit !? Anyway , I will go back here again because I liked their food . But these guys need some serious training and to first of all learn some manners, and to realize that 2 ladies sitting there are not his dudes, for him to make those kind of comments. If I was the management , I would take this feedback and try to train the employees how to respect 2 ladies as customers. read more

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I didn't have the greatest experience here. My bf got the 6 set and I got the 3 Lux. We went on a weeknight so it wasn't very busy. It took forever for someone to come and bring us water. I also had questions about the menu and it was difficult to flag anyone down. The chefs kind of ignore you too. It was kind of alarming for me when they did not ask me if I had any allergies and that they were handling the food with no gloves. I also wish they did substitutions. Overall it wasn't the greatest experience but it wasn't horrible. read more

First time here! We Indulge in their fantastic selection of sake, ranging from cold to hot from house to premium. Enjoy à la carte options and their curated hand roll, featuring unique fish and caviar. Our experience was top-notch - 10 out of 10! Kudos to Danial for outstanding customer service. We will be back! read more

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I'm glad a sushi spot opened up in the Americana; it was definitely due for one. I was surprised at how easy it was to get a table for a new restaurant. Handrolls are a great quick and easy dinner option. I got a 3 piece set menu and my husband got the lux version. The seaweed was nice and crisp. My husband really enjoyed his lux options which had more of the fatty fish or truffle oil. read more

I looove seabutter and was super excited to see handroll bar opening up nearby. Finally got a chance to try it and everyone I brought def loved it!! Service was great, Orion gave great service, super friendly and the food was really great as well, salmon truffle was by far the favorite, but everything I ordered was delicious and made with love . Also the interior is super beautiful I always feel at home at seabutter. I love you so much seabutter. read more

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Tried The Bar Hand Rolls by Sea Butter at Americana and wow, new favorite spot unlocked. Parking options are valet right out front or the general paid structure--no free options but at least it's convenient. The vibe is super nice, clean, minimalistic, and the whole place was very clean, which I always notice. All the staff were welcoming and had smiles on their faces the whole time, which I appreciated. No line or wait when I went, which was a nice surprise. The seats were actually really comfortable and individual (rare for this kind of spot), and Juon, our sushi chef, crushed it. Only small downside was it was a little hard to hear what some of the rolls were, but honestly, every single thing was fresh and delicious. We started with an appetizer that was unreal--fresh, citrusy, just a perfect start. Also loved that they use real wasabi, not that fake ginger/horseradish mix most places hand you. Only thing I'd flag is there's just one bathroom, so keep that in mind. Other than that, the whole experience was top-notch--food, service, and vibes. Already planning my next lunch there. read more

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I don't even know where to begin. Every time I come to THE BAR. HAND ROLLS., I'm treated like royalty. And I want to be very clear -- it's not because I'm a resident. They treat everyone with the same warmth, respect, and genuine hospitality. You can see it in the way people walk in happy and leave even happier. First, I want to recognize Chef Marcelle. His presence sets the tone -- excellence, pride, and consistency. You can taste the care in every bite. Daniel, who works in the front, is an absolute professional. His attitude, manners, and the way he carries himself truly show the kind of values he was raised with. He is attentive, respectful, and welcoming from the moment you walk in. Arlene is such a sweetheart. It's rare to see someone so young be so professional and thoughtful. She constantly checks in, asks if I need anything, and makes sure everything is perfect. She makes you feel special without even trying. And I can't forget Chris and Orion -- such an impressive team of young professionals. They run this place in such a spotless, organized, and desirable way. The restaurant is incredibly clean (they even clean the menus -- I notice these things!). Everything is efficient, polished, and done with a smile. I'm sure there are many hardworking people in the back that I don't even see, but their effort absolutely shows. This place is clean, organized, welcoming, and consistently excellent. I highly recommend everyone to try it. You will fall in love with it just like I did. Five stars all the way. read more

I would just go to kazu nori lol. The overall experience was just pretty mid and leaving me and my sister disappointed. The price, quality, and experience is just better at other hand rolls places. The service was okay but it was kind of weird because I think the owner or manager was kinda just working on his laptop in the corner one seat away from us or whispering to his employees. I also didn't appreciate that for their set meals they don't accommodate for ANY substitutions. I understand that it's their policy but I think it's inconsiderate for people who have an allergy or don't like spice. (Especially since two of the six rolls on the six roll set are spicy.) Instead, they recommended to order à la carte or their premium set which was either overpriced or the same price and half the food portion. When it came to the food itself, it was also really subpar. Some of the fish, specifically the toro, yellowtail (HYE), and spicy tuna were practically blended and had no integrity and had the texture of blended fish. I personally almost couldn't finish the toro (which is usually my favorite) because it was just blended mush and reminded me a little too much of raw pork and dumpling filling. The salmon and blue crab were good but I also think the scallops were overpowered from the mayo. The seaweed on each roll was also kind of tough and stale. I also thought it was weird how we were handed the rolls in a random order instead of how it was listed on the menu. Overall, this was kind of a bummer since I was really excited to try this place, but next time I would again just go somewhere else that doesn't feel as cheap or gimmicky. It kinda just tried to dress up as Kazu Nori for Halloween but just look like a cheap copy. I do not plan on coming back here or recommending this place to my friends. read more

I came back to Sea Butter's new spot at The Americana, and I'm glad to say they're still knocking it out of the park. The Bar Hand Rolls were just as incredible as I remembered, fresh, flavorful, and honestly addictive. It's rare for a place to stay this consistent, but they do it every single time. The remodel continues to impress me. The space has such a clean, sleek vibe that makes dining feel just a little more elevated. It's modern without trying too hard, and the energy inside is always welcoming. Service was once again top-tier. Everyone was super friendly, quick, and genuinely attentive. something I always appreciate, especially when places get busy. If you haven't tried this location yet, you're missing out. Great sushi, great people, great atmosphere. Still one of my favorite spots to come back to. read more