Senbeb Cafe
Senbeb Cafe
Senbeb Cafe

Senbeb Cafe

Vegetarian, Vegan

Senbeb Cafe has been providing vegan-vegetarian "soul food" to the DC metropolitan community for over 15 years. Currently, we are located in the Manor Park District of Northwest DC near Coolidge High School and walking distance from the Takoma Park Metro Station. As one of 3 businesses in the Senbeb Well-Life Complex, we serve fantastic, organic raw foods & desserts in addition to our well-known soul food menu. While waiting for your order, you can visit Senbeb Co-op for organic produce and other grocery items, or the Sistrum Boutique, located downstairs with an array of clothing including African, candles, incense, etc. Please e-mail us for more information about catering, kitchen rental, and our indoor and outdoor private event space. Be sure to join us on Thursday, November 26, 2009 for our Annual Family Day Feast. Enjoy our specialized holiday menu served from 11 AM until 5 PM Thanksgiving Day. If you're headed out of town or just don't want to cook yourself, let us do it for you! See our holiday catering menu for the available items, ordering and pick-up instructions. Senbeb Cafe - "It's Naturally Nourishing." Come and visit us soon!

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Location and hours

Location

Location

6224 3rd Street, NW , Washington, DC

(202) 249-0917

Hours

Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

More details

Delivery
Dine In
Reservations
Takeout
Pickup
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Accessible

Reviews

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4.5

(82 reviews)

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Reviewed on July 18, 2019 Verified Purchase

Best vegan selections ever. We always make a point of going when visiting the DC area.

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Eve A.
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Reviewed on January 5, 2019 Verified Purchase

The Cashier would not honor the full amount of my Reward.

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Kathryn L.
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Reviewed on January 5, 2019 Verified Purchase

The Cashier would not honor the full amount of my Reward.

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Kathryn L.
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Reviewed on October 10, 2018 Verified Purchase

It was a bit of a wait for my food...the host was very apologetic and tried to expedite the lune.

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Renata R.
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Reviewed on October 9, 2018 Verified Purchase

The food is good, but the service is slow, even when you call in.

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Michael D.
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Reviewed on October 8, 2018 Verified Purchase

It was a bit of a wait for my food...the host was very apologetic and tried to expedite the lune.

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Renata R.
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Reviewed on August 26, 2018 Verified Purchase

I expected the food to be homemade, but it was tasty regardless. I really liked Sandra!!

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Reviewed on June 1, 2018 Verified Purchase

The cashier/server was very polite and helpful with the menu.

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Reviewed on May 16, 2018 Verified Purchase

First time trying Vegan food and it was pretty good

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Cheri G.
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Reviewed on May 16, 2018 Verified Purchase

Food was very tasty, with generous portions. The drinks were well blended also, wish the glass was a little taller, but overall I enjoyed my first time there and will definitely go back.

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Iris A.
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Reviewed on May 7, 2018 Verified Purchase

They make it a family atmosphere by remembering your name or using your name when you are a first time customer. The food is not salty as most vegan places.

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Reviewed on April 8, 2018 Verified Purchase

Our waitress was a lovely young woman, the food was excellent as always.

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Reviewed on March 30, 2018 Verified Purchase

The hostess is always nice, the food is always delicious and the service is always 100%!

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Reviewed on March 2, 2018 Verified Purchase

We're never disappointed with our meal here and it's very reasonable.

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Thomas A.
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Reviewed on February 17, 2018 Verified Purchase

Never heard of anyone commenting about getting a bad meal at Tuscany. It is our favorite restaurant in Brick.

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Reviewed on January 18, 2018 Verified Purchase

From being greeted with a friendly smile, to the always consistent delicious food we love Tuscany.

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Reviewed on January 4, 2018 Verified Purchase

An excellent selection of food, beverages and desserts. Really good, well prepared food at reasonable prices. Friendly and accommodating servers and managers. Tuscany has a very pleasant atmosphere.

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Reviewed on December 2, 2017 Verified Purchase

Best food in town. Great staff, very friendly

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Reviewed on November 29, 2017 Verified Purchase

Austin was a great waiter! Food was great as always

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Reviewed on November 21, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food was very upscale, I had the Mama Maria dish, it was so wonderful & huge. My husband had the filet ravioli, cut it with a fork, so tender.

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Diann M.
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Reviewed on November 19, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food was prepared very good presentation was very nice a the atmosphere in there is very good and the waitress was very nice. Celebrating my daughter's birthday

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Reviewed on November 17, 2017 Verified Purchase

great food, great service

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Reviewed on November 11, 2017 Verified Purchase

Top notch, from the moment you open the door

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Wendy B.
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Reviewed on November 1, 2017 Verified Purchase

Excellent food and service

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Robert P.
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Reviewed on October 29, 2017 Verified Purchase

Service made for an awesome

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Reviewed on October 25, 2017 Verified Purchase

Outstanding staff, service and food. We always feel as though we are dining with family. Always greeted with a hug and handshake at the door.

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Wendy B.
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Reviewed on October 23, 2017 Verified Purchase

love this place, food is amazing

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Cynthia S.
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Reviewed on October 18, 2017 Verified Purchase

good food good service good prices

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Herb S.
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Reviewed on October 11, 2017 Verified Purchase

Delicious,fresh Italian fare.Excellent wait staff,accommodating.

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Reviewed on September 18, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great waiter, great service

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William K.
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Reviewed on September 6, 2017 Verified Purchase

Excellent food and portions

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Reviewed on August 13, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food was served hot and fresh! Delicious!

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Cyndy S.
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Reviewed on July 18, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great service, excellent food!

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Suzanne M.
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Reviewed on June 24, 2017 Verified Purchase

Our server was awesome and so good with my kids. The food was delicious!

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Reviewed on June 23, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food is excellent & so is the service. Great atmosphere

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Nancy B.
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Reviewed on June 14, 2017 Verified Purchase

Senbeb is a vegan restaurant in northwest Wash. DC. with very good menu selections. They also have daily specials. Whenever I visit DC, it is one of my first stops. They also have a vegetarian store next door.

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Harold G.
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Reviewed on May 29, 2017 Verified Purchase

Food was freshly prepared. Everything I've ever ordered was amazing!!

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Reviewed on May 19, 2017 Verified Purchase

As always, it was a comfortable, experience. We were greeted by the owner and his gracious staff upon entry. We were seated in a reasonably amount of time. Our every need was met by the familiar member of the wait staff, she was gracious, polite and served our meal in perfect timing, just the right amount of time between courses. You are never rushed or wondering when your meal is coming. Great dining experience, fabulous food, reasonably priced.

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Geraldine J.
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Reviewed on May 15, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food was good but could have had a little

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Cheryl G.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

everything was wonderful.

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Christine B.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

The food is always good and so is the service. For early diners the early bird specials are great.

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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

Food is always great and our waitress Jackie was great also. We love this restaurant!

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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

They are always over the top. From the time you walk in the door...a quick hello and hug and from then on you feel like you are dining in your own home. Always a welcoming feeling.

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Wendy B.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

They are always over the top. From the time you walk in the door...a quick hello and hug and from then on you feel like you are dining in your own home. Always a welcoming feeling.

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Wendy B.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

I had the chicken and waffles. The chicken had a great texture yet it was very bland. Not the first time.

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Reviewed on November 13, 2016 Verified Purchase

Staff is very friendly and food is very good

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Veronica M.
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Reviewed on September 24, 2016 Verified Purchase

I was very disappointed in the Campechena and the Michalada.

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Reviewed on August 24, 2016 Verified Purchase

AC not sufficient and French toast was barely browned. Otherwise everything was good.d

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Carolyn B.
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Reviewed on April 16, 2016 Verified Purchase

Amazingly cooked, prepared, and tasting food. So fresh and made with care. Superior customer service as well. So friendly and genuine.

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Reviewed on February 27, 2016 Verified Purchase

We got the large cajun "chicken" with two sides (Collards and Mac and Cheese). It's vegetarian but tasted great and had awesome seasoning. Not a huge restaurant but a nice place with a quiet atmosphere. I'll be back.

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Reviewed on October 1, 2015 Verified Purchase

Great reception ... Great vegan soul food! We would come often "if" we lived in the area. We WISH we could find a "Senbeb" in Hawaii where we live. A-L-O-H-A!

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Reviewed on September 27, 2015 Verified Purchase

We wish there were more tables in the dining area

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Reviewed on February 25, 2015 Verified Purchase

The food was delicious. It took 20 minutes to get it, but it was worth it. In the future, I would call in the order in hopes I wouldn't have to wait as long. I didn't see the prices on the overhead board. I'd recommend that they post them somewhere visible. I'd also recommend they post the ingredients of their dishes. The cashier told me which dessert items were gluten-free, but she was going by memory. I would feel more comfortable if they just put a gluten free sticker on the appropriate items.

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Reviewed on January 19, 2015 Verified Purchase

It's a "hit or miss" scenario for a raw option at Senbeb. The "laid back" spirit of the place is nice, unless you're looking for a raw option after 12pm... at these times the relaxed atmosphere is simply a missed opportunity to serve the raw community!

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Reviewed on October 8, 2014 Verified Purchase

"Senbeb" offers the best vegan soul food we've ever have. We happily live in Hawaii, so can only enjoy it when we come to DC to visit our sons who live in the area. Wish we could enjoy it more often!!

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Reviewed on September 4, 2014 Verified Purchase

Great raw plate

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Reviewed on August 23, 2014 Verified Purchase

Excellent vegan food. The salmon cakes are amazing.

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Reviewed on July 14, 2014 Verified Purchase

Great vegan food! Would go back again.

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Reviewed on July 8, 2014 Verified Purchase

The food was good, they allowed you to taste certain foods and the dessert was shockingly vegan. Yum.

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Reviewed on July 3, 2014 Verified Purchase

The menu frequently changes. There is always something delicious available. An adjacent food co-op is perfect for browsing while you await your meal. The staff is consistently friendly and helpful.

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Reviewed on May 18, 2014 Verified Purchase

Service is a little slow (not enough cooks in the kitchen or help at the counter), but the quality of the food is worth the wait.

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Reviewed on May 10, 2014 Verified Purchase

BBQ drumsticks were amazing. the chicken was great.. the young man at the counter was lovely and incredibly helpful. Great dining experience all around.

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Reviewed on February 24, 2014 Verified Purchase

Crab cakes are good! My 16 yr old, non-veg son liked everything I ordered which included the cajun fried chicken, mac & cheese and collard greens.

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Reviewed on February 22, 2014 Verified Purchase

Went for takeout. The service is a little slow, but not intolerably so because of a shortage of staff, but it's worth the wait.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2014 Verified Purchase

The food was wonderful--I wish I ordered more potato salad!

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Reviewed on February 2, 2014 Verified Purchase

excellent and delicious vegan food

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Reviewed on August 18, 2013 Verified Purchase

pleasantly decorated. reasonable wait for piping hot (tempt) food...tasty..will tell others & also plan to return...courteous patient staff too as I questioned menu items.

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Reviewed on May 24, 2013 Verified Purchase

Food was delicious. People working there were gracious and helpful, and so too were the other patrons. Good energy in that place!

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Reviewed on April 12, 2013 Verified Purchase

Wonderful food!

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Reviewed on April 11, 2013 Verified Purchase

Wonderful food!

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Reviewed on April 7, 2013 Verified Purchase

I was disappointed that they didn't have bubble teas as advertised, and their smoothies are only seasonal. This should be indicated on the info. regarding restaurant. I would have visited later in the season.

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Reviewed on March 28, 2013 Verified Purchase

wonderful service; great food; loved the shrimp and crab cakes

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Reviewed on February 18, 2013 Verified Purchase

Love this place!

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Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Verified Purchase

Down home "Vegan" food at its best. We only regret we are visiting DC. We look forward, however, to returning to "Senbeb" when we return to the area to visit our son here next year. Of course, we wish there were one near our home in Hawaii. :D

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Reviewed on August 1, 2012 Verified Purchase

I thought the food was good and the service was friendly.

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Reviewed on June 19, 2012 Verified Purchase

truly incredible and unique place for healthy food.

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Reviewed on April 17, 2012 Verified Purchase

Senab is one of the few vegan restaurants in the area with very tasty dishes.

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Reviewed on January 25, 2012 Verified Purchase

Good choice for people looking for raw food and vegan choices. Would be good if they stated whether their ingredients were organic or not.

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Reviewed on December 27, 2011 Verified Purchase

truly outstanding service and food.

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Reviewed on November 4, 2011 Verified Purchase

Senbeb isn't your traditional, eat-in restaurant. I generally pick up my meals to carry home. But they do offer a few tables for those who would like to eat there. Whether I eat in or take out, I have never been disappointed. Their vegetarian meals are the best -- delicious, complex flavors. They always have wholesome cooked and raw vegan meals. I love it. I wish they would expand to a full-service restaurant. There is definitely an opening in the market for them.

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Reviewed on September 10, 2011 Verified Purchase

Senbeb has the best, most wholesome and delicious vegetarian food. They serve a variety of dishes. My favorites are the jerk tofu, Thai, the greens are fantastic, and there are so many others. They only have a few tables so I pick up food to take home for dinner. I also carry it for lunch. When my co-workers smell my lunch they gather around my desk and "Hmmm, that smells so good." "Where did you get that food?" I love SENBEB. Bernadette

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Reviewed on July 21, 2011 Verified Purchase

I enjoy Senbeb. Oftentimes, when you want to pick up food to take home your choices are limited. With Senbeb, we get great vegetarian food at a reasonable price. BFowler

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