sparrow bakery in bend is operating at a level that doesn't fully make sense this is S tier. not "good bakery" not "great local spot." this is top of the system everyone talks about the ocean roll and yeah... correct. cardamom, sugar, whatever else is happening in there--it works. you take a bite and immediately understand why people bring it up like it's a shared reference point but the real thing is everything else all the small moves. the way the line flows. the timing. how orders land. how people are acknowledged without slowing anything down. it's a bunch of tiny decisions stacked perfectly and no one even notices because it feels natural morning crowd is serious. you'll see deals happening. laptops open but not in an annoying way. people choosing this place on purpose and it's busy. consistently. like if you're trying to figure out if something is good just look at the door situation. it tells you everything honestly the only concern is the pricing feels too reasonable for what they're doing. like i almost want to step in and say guys you might be underestimating yourselves but maybe that's part of it elite spot. bend is lucky this exists read more

I love this bakery and always stop into one of their retail stores or pick up some goodies at any local grocery store that carries their things. The Ocean Roll is a great "bun" and tastes like nothing else. I think it's the cardamom? I'll take it home and warm it back up in the oven for a delicious treat. They also make delicious breads, with my favorite being their long French baguette. If you're going into one of their shops, you'll appreciate the modern, clean interior and friendly, over-the-counter service. Truth... read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Here's a pic of their Ocean Roll! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Huge line but it went so fast! We ordered a couple of bacon breakfast sandwiches on croissant and OMFG so good! Yum! The eclair was delicious but almost on the verge of being too sweet. Still 5 stars! My dirty chai was exactly what I needed at 8am. And the music and feeling inside was upbeat and lively. Everyone was smiling and enjoying their work there. I will be back tomorrow to try more yummy stuff! read more

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Voted best bakery in Central Oregon? I knew I had to visit. Offering baked goods, freshly baked bread, breakfast sandwiches, classic sandwiches, steel cut oats, bowl of soup, fruit and fries. They also have a small kids menu. If you are looking for brunch, be sure to try their full line of drinks such as the Sparrow Bloody Mary, Saint Elders Cocktail, Cardamom Old Fashioned, Classic Martini and of course the classic Champagne Mimosa. What I was really looking forward to trying was the World Famous Ocean Roll. This roll has quite the reputation of being a baked delight. It is made with vanilla cardamom sugar rolled into a croissant. I think it The roll definitely lived up to the hype with its unique flavor and was delicious. We also tried the Waldorf - Chicken sandwich which was fresh tasting on a hand rolled croissant. No drinks except for orange juice as we were heading to hike. Interior is very inviting and the kind of place one could spend a couple hours with friends. There is also patio dining which is what we opted for as the day was so lovely. Service was efficient and helpful. Location appears to be in newer part of Bend and parking was street side. read more

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Heard about their famous ocean rolls and stopped to get some for our mini roadtrip. The space is bright and inviting with plenty of seats. Easy street parking. Ordered ham & cheese roll, ocean roll and a lemon twist. The savory roll was quite tasty especially when warmed. The lemon twist was surprisingly moist. As for the ocean roll unfortunately the staff mistakenly bagged another lemon twist instead, and we didn't check until later. Oh well we could plan another roadtrip to Bend I guess. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

SO good. Good place to work, lots of indulgent options. Ordered ocean roll pastry, monte cristo, and iced chai latte. I attempted to order the sandwich with different bread (the brioche) but they said no substitutions. I'm glad they didn't because it was perfect as is. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Monte Cristo, ocean roll, iced chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

A few things- they need to update their online menu as it's about $2-3 cheaper there and misleading. Took a star off for that. I got the Croque Monsieur and it was fine but needed more mustard and should have been cut in half. The pumpkin spice latte was good. The bacon breakfast sando looked delicious. And my friend's child loved the hot chocolate. There needs to be more seating and it's fairly sterile. In the warm weather patrons can sit outside. The line went fast and the order taker was lovely. read more

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Was visiting Bend for the weekend and came across this sweet little bakery! It's walk-up/counter service and then you grab a table after you order. Was there on a chilly winter day and the line extends outside when busy (I have a feeling it's always busy) so dress warm and be ready for a line! They have breakfast food and pastry options. I got the "non-bacon breakfast sandwich" which was egg, avocado, melted cheese, and arugula (I asked for it with no aioli) on a house made croissant. It was so good! I also had the chai with oat milk and it was also delicious with a wonderfully cinnamon flavor. I got a banana loaf to go for a little snack later and as with everything else it did not disappoint! Would definitely return when in Bend again! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Non-bacon breakfast sandwhich and a chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Very cute located in a super cute area. Busy even at 9 am on a Thursday. Got the ocean roll because we had too. So surprised how good it was! I may have liked it better than a cinnamon roll. Doesn't have icing on top, so it's much lighter than a cinnamon roll. Highly highly recommend. Also recommend asking for it warmed up read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Ocean Roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

We stumbled upon Sparrow Bakery when venturing around Bend. I was told their ocean roll was unique and great if you like cardamom. When we got there around lunch they had already sold out. Side note: we walked across to west coast provisions and they had one last ocean roll which they mentioned was brought in that morning. I was excited to try it and it was interesting but not as sweet as a cinnamon roll. I found the bakery to be so big and bright which was great for pictures and enjoying the beautiful Bend weather. I got the pavlova to try because it is such a beautiful dessert that I can't seem to find at home nor want to make without trying it first. The pavlova was tart, sweet, and very delicious. I wish there was more lemon curd in there. I also tried a cookie and a ham/cheese croissant. The croissant was buttery and flakey with the cheese providing such great richness. The cashier wasn't very knowledgeable to the ingredients in the pastries for someone with a nut allergy. That would be my only improvement. we parked on the street and thankfully the area wasn't busy. Lots of other cute shops in the area if you need to help burn off some of those sweets. read more

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The employees seem like one big family! I could feel their warmth while I was in line. I waited a long time (30 min) in line to get to go pastries. I didn't mind because I know the pastries are good, but I wish they had an express lane for pastries (they have an express room to the right of the bakery but it seems like it was just for quick sit down dining). All the pastries in the photo and the lemon meringue tart were delicious! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Almond croissant, Lemon Twist, cinnamon knot, chocolate roll, Ocean Roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

I don't know how it's possible that I haven't written a review for Sparrow Bakery, but that will change today! This is one of my favorites for cardamom latte (not many places do them anymore), ocean rolls, croissants, beignets, and French toast sticks! Ok I love breakfast foods and it's all good, what can I say. I frequently brought the cookies into my salon when I worked in Bend. I miss that! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

We came here two days in a row while staying in Bend. The vibe is warm and airy with high ceilings. Walk up ordering is easy and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. The cinnamon bun and ocean rolls are simply amazing. The breakfast sandwich was perfect as well. We have a new regular bend spot! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Bacon Breakfast sandwich 4.5/5 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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The Sparrow lives up to its reputation: it is voted best bakery in Central Oregon for a reason. I had the Ocean Roll, think cinnamon roll but substitute the cinnamon for fresh ground cardamom -- delectable. For coffee I had the Iron Worker, an americano with MCT oil and butter. A respectable meal on its own; rich, thick, and sustaining. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Ocean Roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Absolutely incredible!!! Bear breakfast and pastries I've had in Bend! Totally worth the wait (and there will be a good wait lol) but we got a table fairly easily inside and enjoyed our delicious sandwiches and pastries. You truly can't go wrong with anything here! They also have adorable merch to buy! 10/10 recommend! read more

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This is worth whatever wait you encounter! At 8:45am on Monday morning we walked into a long line and I was ready to bolt but we waited it out and was so glad I did. It went super fast despite some idiots waiting until they got to the cashier to figure what the options are. Lordie people. We had the ham and Gruyère croissant sandwich, which is 100 stars on its own. Coffee, a cinnamon pull apart, a blueberry scone, everything bagel with cream cheese and a cappuccino. Every was delicious, fresh, and well worth the wait. Tables seem to turn fast and the coffee can take a bit but if you aren't in a rush, it's no big deal. They have a refrigerated case full of colorful and fancy dessert and lots of baked goods. People were buying things to take home as well as eat in the restaurant. Next door is a walk up window for coffee and treats. Love the vibe here too, it's fun and well organized to seat from 1 to 8 people. Most of the seating is designed for couples and there is outdoor seating as well. Love love love this place. read more

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Dynamic duos. Peanut butter and jelly, Lennon and McCartney, Han Solo and Chewbacca, Jordan and Pippen, Scooby-Doo and Shaggy, Will Ferrell and anyone. Sure they're pretty special on their own, but pair them with their "bestie" and they are instantly elevated to another stratosphere. Following in the footsteps of those legends, Sparrow Bakery has assembled its own mighty duo by pairing its venerable lineup of coffee/tea offerings with a bakery selection worthy of completing the other half of this dance card. Freshnesses is a theme that spans across the entirety of their menu and our favorite coffee/tea selections included their "Cardamom Latte", "Caramel Latte", and "Chai Latte." Our favorite bakery selections included their "Ocean Roll", "Cinnamon Knot", "Ham, Thyme, and Gruyere Croissant", award winning "Bacon Breakfast Sandwich", and "Lox-Bagel." If you're feelin' a shareable vibe we'd recommend their "French Toast Sticks" which lend themselves well to a family style dining experience. There is frequently a line out the door, but their entirely separate "Express" window is a convenient alternative if you're making a quick coffee and/or baked goods run. And that's...Henry's Take. #dynamicduos #sparrowbakerybend Photo credits @danavoros and @j_alexandra89 read more

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Stopped by The Sparrow Bakery for breakfast and tried the breakfast sandwich. It was really good, with fresh avocado and all the other fixings, and the croissant bread was fluffy and fresh. The coffee was also good. Our only note is that the food took about 25 minutes to come out, and the price was a bit high, but the quality made it worth it. Overall a tasty breakfast spot if you are in the area. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Delicious baked goods! On the pricey side, but every pastry we got was so good. The workers were incredibly friendly. Inside the bakery is a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We got lucky - around 9:30am on a Friday, the line was short. I also ordered an iced vanilla latte, which wasn't too good. It was quite watery - either the ratio of milk to espresso was off, or it was only a single shot of espresso. The drink needed to be stronger, as the flavor of the espresso AND the vanilla was super weak. That is my only real critique of The Sparrow. Their hot drinks would probably be better. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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On our last morning in Bend before heading home, we made our way to The Sparrow Bakery. We arrived a little bit later than I would have liked and the line to be seated was out the door. Rather than waiting in line, I decided to place an order online for takeout. While we waited for our order to be ready, my husband and I enjoyed walking around and checking out the shops nearby. All of that aside, we ordered the infamous ocean roll as well as one Croque Madame and one breakfast croissant. The ocean roll was delicious with perfect level of sweetness. The Croque Madame was decadent and rich, very filling. And my husband thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast croissant with its buttery and flaky pastry, the crispy bacon, and fresh avocado. I appreciate that they have the option to order to-go in a separate area from those patrons wishing to be seated. It definitely helped to expedite the process and sent us on our way. read more

Best bakery for miles. We had the ham and cheese pastry for breakfast. Also, other pastries too!

Food: certain looks the part! It tastes good, but I would not say it's indicative of the price. There's a croissant bacon sandwich for 17$! Service: nonexistent, the grips that check you out are very nice, but it's like they are scared to ask customers who is next which made the line seem to take longer. Something better would help. Ambiance: great aesthetic, tables outside seem dingy. I think it would be a better experience that would equal the price. I'm not from Bend, and considering the line out the door I could certainly be wrong. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Dirty floor and tables - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Out of this world baked goods! Scone was delicious, great texture and flavor. Ocean roll is what they're famous for and it did not disappoint! Croque Monsieur was also very good! Add an egg to it for that little extra flavor ! Coffee was very good too, I got the matcha and it didn't disappoint ! Staff was very friendly and the whole inside decor/vibe was very cute. Locals seem to love it too which is always a good sign! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Okay, the ocean role is a must try. It was so so good. Unique flavors and came out warm. It is counter service but they deliver to your table. We also indulged in a lox bagel which was fresh and tasty. When we arrived there was a line out the door- wow! It was pretty packed and there wasn't that much seating, but we found a spot after pushing a few tables together. read more

I have eaten here several times and the food is very tasty But I'm my worst experience I ordered a latte and a ham cheese croissant to go and it took 45 minutes. They gave away my order to somebody else and when I asked about it after a half hour they didn't apologize that didn't explain what was going on. Then when they finally gave me my order after 45 minutes, they didn't apologize, they didn't acknowledge that anything at all it happened they just handed me my food and said "here you go". I understand things happen but acknowledging a mistake when you make one for a paying customer is the least you can do and they failed to do that So if you don't mind waiting a very long time for very expensive food that tastes good and getting very bad service then by all means keep patronizing this establishment. It was my last time here, I won't be patronizing them again and I'll be spending my money elsewhere. read more

I've been here three times now and make it a point to go every time I visit Bend. Today I went with my partner and his dad. We got there around 11am and the line wasn't too big. We were able to get a table pretty easily after ordering. We got four ocean rolls, three croissants, a strawberry crumble tart, a quiche, a non-bacon breakfast sandwich, and a monte cristo. The baked goods were taken home to share with the rest of my partner's family. The food we ate here was, as always, absolutely delicious. The sandwich is my favorite thing and I think about it often. The people working here are so lovely and love their jobs. They are super efficient and deal with the chaos with such grace. The restaurant is super cozy and clean even during peak times. There's a single small bathroom that is also clean. There's a parking lot behind the building and street parking. There is seating outside as well, and a separate to-go window if you don't want to sit down. The line for that window is usually pretty long and they have a more limited menu so I always opt to dine in instead. Go here! You will not regret it. read more

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I don't know where to start. The location is super cute and feels very "Bend" like which we love. We lived in Bend for a short time and this place feels exactly like what Bend is. The staff were so friendly and personable. Super impressed. Now let's get to the good stuff. The ocean roll is beyond amazing. The power toast with avocado and a poached egg was delicious. And this Blood Mary....amazing. If you like fresh food with amazing service...this is your spot!!! read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Ocean roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Ocean Roll. That's all you need to know. The Sparrow Bakery is a must visit in Bend, OR. read more

The Sparrow Bakery - Ocean Roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bend, Oregon

The food is as good as they say it is, the ocean roll and coffee are really great, and the breakfast sandwich with arugula aioli is almost an experience on par with eating mac and cheese for the first time. Service is astoundingly fast for how much business and orders they take, went on a Saturday morning during a concert series and this place was pumping stuff out. Phenomenal. This place has a great look, and is great to meet up with friends or family, and there are dogs all around the place if you enjoy the puppy pals. read more

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Lovely spots, great baked goods, very kid friendly. THE WAIT A pretty long line, to the corner, at 10:10 am on a Saturday in July. It took about 20 minutes to get to the counter to order. All our food came out pretty fast (drinks and entrees). You get your pastries immediately. We were able to get a table outside pretty quickly for 8 people - there's lots of turnover. PARKING Plenty within a 1-block radius! FAMILY FRIENDLY Very! There's a big box of sidewalk chalk in the patio for all the kiddos. Little details are so helpful, like having a stool in bathroom for kids to reach the sink. THE SERVICE Very friendly. And when we asked a server (who wasn't even bringing out our food) what was added to the bacon & what was the eclair filling, she found out and immediately came back to tell us. THE COST $46.60 total including tax/tip for 3 pastries, 2 coffee drinks, and 1 breakfast entree (food for 2 adults, 2 toddlers). We were with another family and shared our orders, so my reviews includes much more than these 3 pastries and 1 entree. THE FOOD All baked items had amazing texture, very soft, flaky, with a nice crust. * Cinnamon Knot ($5.75) - 4 stars. Quite sweet. * Everything Croissant ($4.95) - 4.5 stars. I don't usually love savory baked goods but this was great. * Eclair with cherry cream filling ($5.95) - 3.5 stars. The bread was a little dry, the cream filling interesting but a bit chunky in texture. * Bacon Breakfast Sandwich ($15.95) - 4 stars. Quite simple, not a lot of aioli, and the bacon was baked with maple syrup & sugar but came out a little bitter. I enjoyed it in its straightforward simplicity, but my friends wished for more flavor. * Cardamom Latte ($5.50) - 3.5 stars. Quite sweet (and I have a sweet tooth!), I should have asked for reduced sweetness. Foam was nice and dense, but a bit of a thin layer. * Cappuccino ($4.50) - 4 stars. Flavor pretty good. The foam had already collapsed by the time my husband drank it, but maybe that was because it took me a few minutes to grab it from the counter. We also tried... * Ocean Roll ($5.75) - 4.5 stars. Lovely and a subtle cardamom flavor. * Lemon Twist ($5.95) - 4.5 stars. Very moist and lovely. * French toast sticks - 3.5 stars. Decent, a little dry. read more

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I'm not sure I'm saying anything new here, but every time we're in Bend Oregon we always seek out Sparrow bakery. The ocean roll, which is a cardamom morning Bunn type of role is beyond outstanding. They serve Stumptown Coffee and the Barista does knock it out of the park every time (I'm a Coffee Roaster by trade and have been in Coffee for 25 years so that should speak volumes). The staff is always friendly and helpful and this morning was just yet another great experience and a series of over a dozen great experiences. If you ever think about opening a café or coffee shop and wanna know what the secret sauce is, go spend some time here - they have become the secret sauce. read more

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This is a busy place. And for good reason. They make incredible baked goods, but the Ocean Roll is their calling card. There is nothing else like it. Grab a double espresso while you're at it. They make some fine coffees. read more

Everything is made in house, which I love! Their croissants aren't the best I've had but pretty good! Their breakfast sandwich was really good. My friend got a cardamom latte (I tried a sip- pretty yummy!) and I got an iced vanilla latte, since they make the vanilla in house. I added a shot as well. Pretty good flavor of coffee for sure! The shop was cute too, very busy. All in all, I'd go again! read more

I truly appreciate the team at Sparrow; the staff is kind, professional, and empathetic. However, as an out-of-towner who can't easily return to resolve issues, I'm sharing this to help management improve. My $76.35 tab included a missing $6.25 carrot cake. The store was not busy at the time so that cannot be a reasonable excuse for the oversight. For the duration of my order, two people were in the store. Then a second party of two came in behind me. No person was seated at any table. All chairs were empty. Two customer groups, 4 people in the store. More frustrating was the smushed $17 Bacon & Egg Croissants. Putting the somewhat delicate croissant sandwiches in paper sleeves (commonly used and more suitable for baked goods) was not a good decision. Placing those delicate croissant sandwiches into the larger brown shopping bag with four other baked goods (the fifth would have been the carrot cake) and a sandwich box, created sufficient compression on the sides of every paper sleeved item, resulting in the croissant sandwiches being somewhat smushed. The croissant was removed from the bag (to eat it) within 3 to 5 min after the server put it in the paper tote bag. It's not like we went hiking and then discovered the compacted sandwiches later. Of the food items, only the lox bagel survived packing because it was properly boxed and protected. Imagine that. The food quality and quantity didn't justify the "premium" price. The croissant sandwiches were particularly skimpy on filling although the bacon was dominate in volume but not high quality meat. I'll give you a star for adequate avocado but considering the sandwich's condition, I was not able to determine if the avocado was a intended to be a spread or sliced sections. Sparrow needs to either increase the food quality/quantity or lower the price to stop shortchanging customers. I have fond memories of the Scott St. location, but based on this experience, future cash flows into the NW Crossing location have become uncertain. read more

Don't relax on customer service! The cashier was more concerned with making and sipping her green drink before taking my order. I stood there waiting for her to finish. Take your break when the line is gone (no one behind me). When the cashier was finally ready to take my order there was no eye contact, smile or greeting. No indication of "I'm here for you!" Don't just go through the motions, engage with your customer. In addition, the bathroom needed attention - out of toilet paper, full trash can and paper on the floor. The food is consistently good, but service is just as important! I visited on Monday at 10:30 am. read more

I love bringing visitors here! Was put on this place from a local family member and loved it ever since! The sauce they use for their iced lattes is delicious, especially the cardamom and vanilla. read more

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Have loved this place for years, but the life span has apparently run its course here. I tried to order the famous Ocean Roll, but was told they were sold out. Then the people two spots behind me in line throw a fit and mysteriously 6 Ocean Rolls appear from the kitchen. But that's not the end. We ordered a hot Matcha latte, wait 20 minutes, and found chunks of unprocessed matcha powder floating throughout. The food arrived, 48 minutes after ordering, the breakfast sandwich was the third monstrosity to arrive. The bacon was burnt black, the aoli was a joke and there was enough arugula to feed an army of rabbits. Then there is the croque. Essentially on Wonder Bread. Uncooked Safeway ham and burnt black cheese meet enough mustard to cover an Octoberfest. RIP Sparrow, we won't be back. read more

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My friend had great things to say about Sparrow Bakery, and I visited this location before I ended my trip at Bend. Based on the line, I could tell this was a popular morning spot, and I was impressed that so many people would visit during a weekday morning. I appreciated how the employee taking my order answered menu questions, and there was both indoor and outdoor seating available. I ordered the bacon breakfast sandwich, which I thought was fine: I liked the croissant but thought that the amount of egg and bacon was overwhelmed by the amount of arugula and avocado. I know that their Ocean Roll is very popular, and I'm a sucker for a pastry that includes cardamom. Out of the two baked goods that I tried, I enjoyed the Ocean Roll more than the pretzel but did not regret any of the food decisions I made! read more

One of the best breakfasts I've ever had! The cardamom latte is so unique, and the cardamom really comes through! The ocean rolls are my favorite - perfect balance of sweetness and cardamom flavor (you see the theme here? ha!) So delicious that I ordered a dozen to be packed up and taken back home with me to San Francisco! read more

Love this place! Great food and service. Good place for brunch. Their staff is always nice and super helpful. I love the ambiance for a quick lunch with friends or breakfast on their patio. I'll definitely come back. read more