My first time trying Villas Tacos and I loved it! Felicia, the cashier, was so sweet and helpful. Great service and great food!

This taqueria featured in Bad Bunny's halftime performance has some of the best tacos I've tried thus far in LA. The quesotacos from here are so delicious. For for first timers, I'd recommend ordering the Villa's Trio which is what I got. Those come with the Ranchera Asada quesotaco as well as the Papas con Chorizo and Black Bean con Pollo quesotacos which are a trio exclusive. All the tacos were meaty, flavorful, and crispy. You honestly don't even need the side sauces since the tacos are already flavorful on their own. Great quality. I also got the Watermelon Agua Fresca which was refreshing, tasty, and sweet. Goes well with the tacos. I also got the Jamaica Agua Fresca, but that one was a bit too tart for my liking. The line can get long, so I would prepare to wait for up to an hour on weekends. There's ample free parking at the grocery store lot nearby. For seating and tables, it's limited and competitive. You just have to get lucky if a spot clears up as soon as you get your food. I also like how the restaurant handles crowd control. They allow a couple of people at a time to go inside, order, and get their condiments. You wait outside until they call you for your food. I like that it didn't feel crowded while I was getting my condiments. I highly recommend this spot and I will definitely be coming back. read more

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A truly tiny but mighty establishment-- it's pretty impressive how much they can get done in such a small place. I've had villas before at Grand market and will say quality remains mostly the same throughout. I did feel like my tacos this time around weren't as fresh and tasty. They were cold when we got them. Small line around 5pm on a Friday which grew around 6-630pm ish. Very limited seating. Their Agua fresca is so refreshing. I like their villas trio. read more

First timer best experience! Villa tacos are delicious the taste is amazing way different from other tacos I experience Well recommended to friends and family Horchata is amazing well made Great vibes from employees always with positive attitude, great energy Clean environment , great art work and great painting they have inside . Definitely always supportive great food places like this It's a must try ! You won't regret it read more

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A little spendy, but absolutely fantastic tasting tacos. Make sure to stand in line. I was there at 2:30 pm, between meals, and it too 45 min to order from waiting in line. Not many places to sit, so just wait your turn, a seat will open. #spicemeister approved. read more

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Fun spot with guests on tour of DTLA. Doesn't matter that they're pricey. It worth at trip on the tour of DTLA. PARKING Parking is expensive downtown. There are some hidden gems, but Sunday is a good day for guests & free parking. SERVICE super popular spot. You're gonna wait a few minutes at many spots in Grand Central Market. It's the weekend. Just be ready for the wait - effective behind the counter is doing their best to get good food out to you. FOOD Get the trio if you're a first time visitor. Doesn't matter which one. My friends love meat one. VEGAN TRIO: Their vegan tacos are excellent. I've been several times for these vegan tacos. Today, the vegan tacos were LOADED. Sometimes they're nicely stacked. I came on a day when the vegan tacos were super weak barely anything in them, even tho my omni friends had packed tacos. But I support their vegan option alongside their carne tacos. Jamaica onions. Gotta. There's plenty of salsa on the tacos but you need to get these onions. Drinks are okay if you don't want to stand in another line. SEATING You're in grand Central Market. You know the drill. But you've got TACOS! If you can wait 5 more minutes before you eat, go up Angel's Flight and eat in the courtyard at the top. read more

Villa's Tacos - Vegan trio. Today these are PACKED! - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Villa's Tacos is wildly popular, and I have to admit, it lives up to its hype! Ordered the Villa's Trio, all of which came loaded with guac, cheese skirt, and protein on top of handmade blue corn tortillas. The tacos were messy to eat, but oh-so-good; I would recommend getting the salsa verde (mild spicy) and mango habanero (extra spicy; it packs a punch)! There's plenty of parking in the plaza (especially next to the grocery store), but I would recommend coming early before opening, as there'll likely be a decent line to get in. Takes about 20 minutes to get through, though, and I appreciate the friendly service no matter how busy it got. Solid service, solid tacos! Proud that it's a LA institution. read more

Villa's Tacos - Villa's Trio with salsa verde and mango habanero - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This spot is the original location. I saw a review say it's the grand central market location, so they're mistaken. Anyways I've followed this place since it was their only location, but have always been too far to try it. But I now realize it's a 10 minute drive from my office. My friend and I came a little before noon on a Monday. The parking lot seemed full, and there were a few people just sitting on the benches outside waiting patiently for them to open. My friend and I went up to look at the menu and unintentionally started the line. Then this old lady cut us. Whatever. The shop is tiny. They allow 5 guests in at a time, so I suggest one person from the party orders and the other secures a table as tables are limited. There is no indoor seating, it's all outdoor. Both of us ordered the sampler trio and an agua fresca. She got the cucumber limon and I got sandia (watermelon). The tacos come loaded with meat, cilantro, onion, creama, and crumbled queso fresco, and guac. And each tortilla has a layer of melted cheese, that right there is *chef's kiss*. The tacos were so delicious. The meat was tender and flavorful, the portions were big. It's worth the hype. The line got longer as we were eating, so I suggest coming a little before opening if you aren't trying to stand in line for awhile, Now, you're probably wondering why if the tacos were that good, did I only get 4 stars. Well that's because they gave us two tiny little cups for salsa. And not two per taco sampler, but two tiny cups for 6 tacos. We had to ration it. And it was much of a hassle trying to ask for more. read more

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We finally tried Villa's Tacos and they did not disappoint. These tacos are cheesy, saucy, and messy in the best way. The blue corn tortillas with that crispy cheese crust... so good. We got the trio and honestly that's the move for first timers. Everything was super flavorful and filling. Only thing--be ready to wait! We went on a Monday before they opened and there was already a line - not long but it gets longer. Extremely casual vibe with super friendly staff :) read more

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5 STARS. Villa's Tacos is arguably the best taco shop in all of LA. The ranchera asada and chorizo de puerco queso tacos are 100% the reason to pay a visit to this shop. The freshly made blue corn tortillas with the grilled cheese and meat make the tacos so epic. The salsas that they serve with these tacos are a perfect complement too. Don't be intimidated by the long line out the door - it goes quickly, and they are very efficient. Seating space is a little limited at the picnic tables outside, but other than that, there is ample parking. Service has always been top notch and ultra-friendly. If you are looking for an amazing LA taco experience, make sure Villa's is top of your list. read more

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Soooo bomb. We got queso tacos, one of each meat. My favorite was the asada. They have a good salsa selection too. The watermelon agua fresca was sooo refreshing. The flan was nothing standout but it satisfied the craving. There was a line on a Friday night, but I think all in all we waited 25 min to order and get our food. There are also only a few tables to eat at out front but we were lucky to grab a table as someone was leaving. read more

Villa's Tacos - Queso tacos (chorizo, chicken, asada), watermelon aguas fresca - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went on a Friday around 1pm and there was a line, about a 30 min wait counting the time in the line and food coming out. Line went by pretty fast and once your order is in , it also comes out super fast. Ordered Villas trio and 3 regular asada tacos . They were all delicious , normally I like regular tacos , I think that when a taco is well done it doesn't need much but the flavor of the meat. However, I wanted to try their trio since it's what they're known for. The tortillas were delicious, can definitely taste the freshness and I love that the cheese added to the tacos and wasn't overpowering. Also ordered agua de pepino y lemon & loved it ! It was perfect not too sweet & def fresh. I would stop by if in the area again. Also wanna go on a weekend to try out Birria Tacos :P (they're only served Saturday and Sunday ). Overall all they were yummy! read more

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This is a really popular spot and it shows! The wait to order took about 30+ mins. Once you order, food comes out within 5-7 minutes. Outside there are some benches but they fill up quickly so we ate in the car. I got 2 Ranchera Asada queso tacos and 1 chorizo queso taco. Flavor-wise, the tacos were really tasty but the meat itself was missing a bit of seasoning. The cotija cheese and guac helped. The portions are also good for the price and very filling. read more

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Imma be honest and say I'm a bandwagon and showed up because of the Bad Bunny Super Bowl performance but very glad I showed up because the hype is real! I heard the owner started as a street food vendor and worked his way up to now opening several locations...very admirable! Very generous portions(can't even see the iconic blue tortillas lol) and the price was reasonable. Definitely enjoyed the queso and the sauce bar was excellent. I got 3 tacos and was happily satisfied. I went on a Friday afternoon and although there was a line, the service was so fast and efficient that I don't think I waited that long. Parking was a little competitive but will definitely come back for more. read more

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This location is in the Grand Central market in downtown. This is always a special experience. Everyone that lives here a visit should have this experience at least once. It's a great opportunity for people to have lots of different foods, although seating is always a challenge! The staff was super friendly and helpful when making choices. The wait wasn't terribly long, but it's soon was wrapping around the corner. We didn't wait too long for our tacos. And they are absolutely worth the wait! They were both delicate with the blue corn tortilla with a robust flavor, a perfectly seasoned meat and many choices for good salsa. I think next time I will ask for the guacamole on the side because I would like to taste it street taco style. I do understand what all the hype is about. read more

Villa's Tacos - Chorizo and carne asada - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Loveeeeeee supporting a local business that is super cultured. They serve all their food with love and care. They offer house made jugos, salsa and their Queso tacos are perfectly crafted and cooked with a crispy cheese edge. I ordered 2 asada and a papas con chorizo. Definitely on the pricey side for some tacos, but it's worth the hype. The tacos come topped with chopped white onions, cilantro, creamy avocado and sprinkled with cotija. The self served salsa bar offers plenty of ways to top your food off - from mild, to spicy, to extraaaaa spicy. Due to the quality and flavors, i will be back! read more

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Came here from being suggested from our friend..we asked the cashier what to order and he suggested the trio. Overall a flavorful, colorful, appealing taco, Main thing it barely had meat in it.. looking at pictures now I feel like we should've ordered regular tacos, I'll have to come back! read more

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These are the best tacos in LA hands down! This place brings the vibes, flavor and friendliness! The owner is super cool and the staff is all amazing. Would recommend to anyone!! The mulitas and queso tacos are unmatched. read more

Villa's Tacos - Queso taco and mulita, carne asada - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came by Villa's Taco today around 2:30 pm with a couple of my buddies and it was still packed. There were about 10 people in line ahead of us and from waiting to order to actually getting our food, it took around 30 to 40 minutes. Definitely be ready for a wait. Since it was our first time, Eric in the back suggested we try the Villa's Taco Trio so we could sample a few things. Solid recommendation. We also grabbed a couple aguas frescas and the Jamaica was hands down the best one. Out of the trio, the ranchero asada was the clear winner. Great flavor and cooked just right. The papas con chorizo came in second. I would probably skip the black bean and pollo next time. If you go, stick with the queso taco style because that's what really makes Villa's stand out. The real highlight of the whole meal though was the salsa bar. The Mango Habanero was the best one, sweet with a good kick. Pro tip that nobody really talks about: get the pickled onions from the salsa bar. They are fire. I could honestly eat them by themselves, but they take the tacos to another level. Just know this is more of a grab and go spot. There's limited outdoor seating and parking is a mess. The lot is small and street parking is tough to find during peak hours. Service was quick once we ordered and the staff were friendly. Not much of an ambiance with no indoor seating. Just an order and eat in your car or on the 3 tables outside. I'll definitely come back to try more of the menu once the hype from the Super Bowl Bad Bunny promo dies down. Overall I'd give Villa's Taco a 9 out of 10. We live in SoCal and there are a lot of taco spots just as good without the long wait, but this place is still worth checking out at least once. read more

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Wanted to check out the hype. Thankfully we didn't have wait long from what we heard and seen. There isn't a lot of spaces to eat. I've seen people eat by their cars. I got 2 regular tacos with asada and a queso taco with asada. Either I'm not used to the meat or the meat is just not to my liking. I was pretty sad about how the meat tasted. I'm not sure what red sauce or marinade they used but it wasn't good. What was great was the tortillas and the cheese they used. You can taste the freshness of the blue corn tortillas and really taste the blue corn. That cheese on the tortilla was sooo good. I honestly would just go back for just that, queso taco with no fillings. read more

Villa's Tacos - 2 asada tacos and 1 asada queso taco - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

1000000% worth the hype. We went on a Friday afternoon and waited in line for like 10 mins. The only "issue" is that there's no indoor seating. They do have some tables outside though. Everything we tried was good. The meats are perfectly seasoned. Their signature blue tortillas are thin but don't fall apart while eating. Their quesotacos are delicious as well. Those were the group favorite. We got chicken, asada, and chorizo meats for our tacos. Everything was good. We've been to their other location in LA at Grand Central Market and there was no difference taste wise between the two. Definitely worth the hype. Go check them out if you haven't been yet. I hope they open a spot closer to SFV someday. read more

Finally got to try this viral taco place! It's basically a takeaway place, but they still have some outdoor seatings if you like to sit (there's no shade though) and enjoy your tacos fresh! We bought both of their sampler Trios, one with meat and one was vegan. After driving back home, the taco shells were already soft, but they still tasted pretty tasty! One thing that I didn't really like was their music in the shop was too loud and I could barely hear them when ordering. Perhaps they wanted to hype up the atmosphere? Still I will recommend you to come try their tacos if you haven't. read more

Villa's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tortilla is better than most. Other than that, I don't get the hype. Just OK. If you are driving more than 5 miles to try this taco be prepared to be underwhelmed. Not worth the drive. Save your gas. Overpriced, mediocre service, and just OK read more

OVERALL: great tacos but limited meat options. Check your order as they messed up mine. Long lines but worth it every now and again FOOD: the tacos are flavorful and heavy. The blue corn tortilla is thin and small and the filling is at capacity in the taco so it is often falling apart and messy to eat. Still worth it though. They have several aguas frescas (flavors depending on availability) served in a huge container. The annoying thing is that you have to take the lid off the container to drink it so it's not commuter friendly. They have an assortment of salsas and guac/lime salsa (wouldn't recommend this one since the tacos come with a heavy portion of fresh guac). The red salsa is my favorite. The orange habanero has a tangy flavor to it and IS spicy. SERVICE: there is a long line because only 5 people are allowed inside at a time to order. Beyond that the service is generally very slow. The guy who is monitoring the line is also the cashier... I made four orders under 1 bill and asked for them to come in different boxes but the tacos came all disorganized and they got my order wrong (I asked for barbacoa and they gave me chorizo, barbacoa is more expensive)... VENUE: no indoor seating. 3-4 picnic tables outside. Most people take the food to go. read more

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Villas Tacos absolutely lived up to all the hype! It's been cracking extra hard after the amazing Bad Bunny halftime feature, but it's well worth standing in line for. And it has 3 Michelin Gourmand Bib wins, too! The size of the tacos are your standard street-style tacos, so it's not hard to eat 3-4 all by yourself if you come hungry. I got the Queso Taco with Pierna de Pollo (chicken leg meat) and Villa's Trio Sampler with Ranchera Asada, Papa's con Chorizo, and Black Bean con Pollo. Honestly, it's hard to choose which one I like because they're all so good! I didn't even had to add any salsa because each taco was already loaded with flavor. If I have to pick, the Papa's Co Chorizo is my winner though. Everything is well-seasoned, and blandness is non-existent here. And the Agua Fresca Jamaica is delicious. It's just a hint of refreshing sweetness without feeling like you're getting a heavy dose of sugar, and complements all the tacos well. Villas Tacos is the epitome of LA Street Taco scene and it more than deserve all the hype and accolades! I'll definitely come back here and also visit their other locations soon! read more

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Get here early. Line starts forming before it opens. Shaded walkway with two large bench tables and two small bench tables. Parking right in front. The Michelin star is prominent at the entrance and draws the crowds. Super friendly welcoming service. Tacos, mulitas, trio and vegan options. Try everything! Really enjoyed the barbacoa crispy queso tacos. Also tried the vegan trio. Aroz con leche (rice pudding) was perfect to cut down that heat from the habanero salsa. Go easy on that one First visit at this original location nearby villas tacos. There's a few others in SoCal. Will definitely be back for more! read more

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This place is worth the hype. Despite there being a line extending past the adjacent businesses, the service was quick enough to barely notice. Within a couple minutes, I was inside ordering and taking in all the accolades and recognition Villa's Tacos has received over the last couple years. I ordered the taco trio, and trusted I'd get to try their favorite menu items, which I'm glad I did because they were all delicious and complimented each other well. With a Mexican Sprite to wash it down, I'd say this is as LA as it gets. read more

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4.5/5 Senior this place is good their QUESO tacos so good makes me feel like speedy gonazalas in mexico city again

Came after hearing so much hype about Villas Tacos especially after the Super bowl feature. The tacos are definitely very filling - my friend and I shared the Villas Trio and honestly 2 tacos would've been enough for one person. The tortillas were good and everything looked really well made, but personally I didn't love the meat. It was a bit too heavy/rich for my taste. Overall, I can see why people like it if you're into super loaded, indulgent tacos, but I prefer more traditional street tacos from trucks/local vendors. read more

I've been wanting to try Villas Tacos for a long time, even before they were featured by Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl. I finally got the chance -- and I was genuinely surprised to learn they've been Michelin‑recognized from 2023 to 2025. We were first in line before they opened, and one thing that really stood out was seeing the team pray together before starting service. It set such a good tone for the whole experience. Service was fast, everything ran smoothly, and the food was incredibly delicious. Every dish we ordered exceeded my expectations. My only wish is for them to eventually have a real dine‑in space. Eating outside can be difficult when there aren't enough tables, and food this good deserves to be enjoyed fresh and comfortably. I love my tacos hot off the grill and eaten right away. Despite that, I'll definitely keep coming back. Villas Tacos absolutely lives up to the hype. read more

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The tacos were priced at 5.00 but it was a decent amount of protein. The shrimp and fish taco are fried with cabbage and pico. See photos. This is. It the original location. read more

Villa's Tacos - Fish and shrimp taco - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is really good- I got the trio. The food is really tasty but the ambiance was a bit too loud for my liking. I thought the service was okay as well. There is definitely a line that you'll have to wait in as it gets closer to dinner time but it moves quickly. I'd come back again if in the area read more

Villa's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went to Villa's Tacos in downtown LA after seeing it in Bad Bunny clip. I got there around 8:30 p.m., but they close the whole food court area at 9, so I was kind of rushed. The taco stand sits in a corner of a big building, which has a bunch of other small restaurants and vendors, and there's a shared dining area for all of them. I tried three tacos: carne asada, chicken, and shrimp plus a quesadilla. Everything was fine(good even) but honestly, not the best tacos I've ever had. I did really like their agua fresca. lemon cucumber was super fresh and delicious. The place has Dodgers memorabilia, so it feels like a sports fan hangout, which is cool. The outdoor dining area was nice, but the tacos didn't blow me away. If I'm being honest, I probably won't drive that far or deal with the parking hassle again. It's a decent place if you're in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. read more

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The owner is very hype and friendly! You can tell his employees love him and of course the tacos are one of the best I have had in LA. Truly such a good unique, blue corn tortilla quesotaco, highly recommend! read more

Villa's Tacos - Villas tacos trio - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have always heard of Villa's Tacos but never wanted to endure the long lines this place often gets, but let me tell you..IT IS WORTH IT! I went on a Saturday around 2pm and the line was maybe 20-30 minutes. This location is small, so be prepared to either eat in the car or snag a seat outside on their benches. Everyone working was very nice and friendly and assured us the food was going to be worth it. While we were waiting for our food, service stopped for a while but they were kind enough to offer samples of some agua frescas while everyone waited in the heat. I got the Villa's trios and all 3 tacos were amazing! Definitely recommend the trio for first timers! read more

Villa's Tacos - Villa's Trio - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Finally made it to Villas Tacos in Highland Park, and it lived up to the hype. I've tried going a few times before but the lines were always crazy long. This time I lucked out and went on a day when the wait wasn't too bad, and I'm glad I did. For my first visit, I went with two tacos: the queso asada taco and the black bean con pollo taco, both were amazing. Super flavorful, well balanced, and clearly made with quality ingredients. What really stood out to me were the hibiscus pickled onions. Such a unique touch and they worked so well with the tacos. I loaded them up and have zero regrets. They also have a solid lineup of salsas, all with different levels of heat and flavor, so you can really customize each bite. Everything was so good that I ended up ordering more tacos to eat the next day, that's how you know it hit. If you've been on the fence or turned off by the long lines, it's absolutely worth timing it right and giving it a shot. Great food, great flavors, and a spot I'll definitely be going back to. read more

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This place was definitely good. It lives up the hype and the flavors were delicious. It was really busy, the service was pretty quick, and its a cool little spot. There aren't a lot of meat options and I have never been a fan of chicken tacos, so i went with straight asada. The tortilla was soft, medium-thick, and was crusted with a lightly burned cheese crisp. The meat was amazing! Tender, juicy, and had a light char flavor that would linger inna good way. The taco also had many condiments including melted cheese, queso fresco, and guacamole. The hibiscus pickled onions was amazing and the habanero sauce was only slightly spicy. Overall, an amazing taco, definitely give them a shot and expect a line on weekends. read more

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WORTH THE WAIT it is bib gourmand for a reason. The queso tacos were delicious, with all the right toppings already on the tacos with guacamole and cheese. I've never had a cheese crisp with a taco before- the texture was great. We tried the steak and the chorizo and both were so flavorful! I personally like the chorizo more! Fyi, Grand central has parking garage next door for $5 for 90 mins. It can get busy in grand central during prime eating hours. read more

Villa's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A friend told me about this spot and highly recommended I try it, and I'm so glad I did. These were some of the best tacos I've ever had. I ordered the Villas Trio, which comes with three queso tacos: Ranchera Asada, Papas con Chorizo, and black bean with chicken. Each taco was loaded with meat and toppings and packed with flavor. The staff were very welcoming and helped me decide what to order for my first visit. The vibe inside felt like a party, with really good house music playing over the speakers. The only downside is the lack of indoor seating--it's a small space--and the limited outdoor seating. I ended up eating my food standing up, which wasn't too bad, but I really hope they add a few more tables outside. Still, I highly recommend checking this place out if you're ever in Highland Park; it will not disappoint. read more

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Hands down the best tacos I've had in LA as a Latina woman living in LA. The queso tacos are insane. I got two of asada and one chicken, I was so sad how fast they were gone. The business is booming for a reason, this taco spot is the real deal. read more

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