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Café Central

4.7

1804 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Cafe Central offers an outstanding experience; delectable cuisine and our dedication to thoughtful service are evident in every staff member, making it a preferred destination for locals and visitors alike. Offering an expansive, award winning wine selection and exquisite gourmet dishes with a Southwestern twist in mind to create exceptional cuisine from appetizers to entrees. Located in the heart of downtown, just one block from the Museum of Art, Plaza Theater, San Jacinto Plaza, Convention Center, and other hotels.
El Paso’s only winner of the Wine Spectator Best Award of Excellence for the past 11 years and honored with the Distinguished Restaurants of America (DiRoNa) Award for Excellence. After a long day of travel, indulge in the Cafe Central experience. Join us for dinner and enjoy the impeccable service and cuisine. Your table’s ready, and the bar is fully stocked.

Experience timeless tradition at Cafe Central and be part of the legacy. Bon appétit!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(915) 545-2233
Website
http://www.cafecentral.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Kasey Kaplan
Catering
Please call Event Planner at (915) 545-2233 or email estela@cafecentral.com for details and we will make sure to make your event a success.
Private party facilities
For private event reservations, we do not allow any outside entertainment. We will help you plan the most memorable event, please inquire with us!
Private party contact
Estela Abelleyra: (866) 943-6926

Location
109 North Oregon st, El Paso, TX 79901
Neighborhood
El Paso
Cross street
Mills and San Antonio Street
Parking details
Valet Parking $5.00 Lunch and $10.00 at Dinner
Entertainment
Jazz on Thursdays; Piano during Dinner Monday thru Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Grilled Portobello Mushroom$11.00
Stuffed With Garlic Goat Cheese And Herbs
Baked Escargot$13.00
in Herbed Citrus Parmesan Butter
Octopus Carpaccio*$16.00
Serrano Pepper Mignonette, Grilled Lemon, EVOO, Micro Cilantro
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio$18.00
Avocado, Baby Greens, Truffle Vinaigrette, Jicama, Parmesan and Shaved Black Truffles
Truffle Flatbread$18.00
Grilled Naan, 3 Cheese, Prosciutto, Kale
Signature Dungeness Crab Cakes*$21.00
with Spicy Herbed Rémoulade
Shrimp Cocktail$26.00
Four Jumbo Shrimp, House Made Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Guacamole
Antipasto$40.00
Assorted Cheese and Meats From Around the Globe, Accompanied With Marcona Almonds, House Jam, Assorted Fruit
Central Seafood Platter*$66.00
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp, Crab Claws, Crab Cakes, Tuna Sashimi, Smoked Salmon with Caviar
Saltspring British Columbia Mussels$26.00
Sautéed in Dijon, White Wine and Butter, Baguette Tartine, Pommes Frite

Soup & Salad

Signature Cream of Green Chile*$9.00
Chef's Daily Soup Creation$6.00
Petit Iceberg Wheel$12.00
Roquefort Dressing, Shaved Radish, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato Confit, Crispy Pork Belly
Central Caesar Salad$12.00
Baby Romaine, Anchovy Emulsion, Shaved Reggiano, Tomato Confit, Tapenade, Brioche Crouton
Lump Crab & Avocado Tower$19.00
with Lavash Cracker and Baby Greens
Baby Field Greens$11.00
with Apples, Pears, Dried Cranberries and Apricots, Seasoned Walnuts, Blue Cheese
Butter Lettuce Salad$19.00
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna, Avocado, English Cucumber Spheres, Boiled Hen's Egg, Spicy Pickled Vegetables, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Spicy Thai Dressing. Chicken Breast Available as A Substitution for Tuna
Arugula Salad$18.00
Baby Organic Arugula, Lemon Juice and Olive Oil, Pear and Beet Mostarda, Comté Cheese, Marcona Almonds, Grilled Prawns, Toasted Ciabatta. Chicken Breast Available as A Substitution for Prawns

Taquería

Served with Chipotle Rice, Tomatillo, and Chile De Arbol Salsa. Vegetarian Option Available

Tenderloin Steak$19.00
Black Bean Purée, Radish, Jalapeño and Lime
Chilean Sea Bass$19.00
Chipotle Crème, Cabbage Salad, Pickled Red Onions
Shrimp Tacos$21.00
Beer Battered, Cheese Crust, Mango Jicama Pico de Gallo

Sandwiches

All Sandwiches Served with Choice of Parmesan French Fries, Kettle Chips, or House Salad. Bowl of Mac & Cheese $5 Upcharge. Vegetarian Option Available

Fried Shrimp Po'boy$16.00
Tempura Fried Rock Shrimp, Caper and Dill Tartar Sauce, Toasted Ciabatta, Garden Confetti
Roasted Turkey Breast$13.00
Pancetta, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Red Pepper Aioli, Wheatberry
Cubanito Ahogado*$14.00
Mojo Au Jus, Roasted Pork Carnitas, Black Forest Ham, Swiss Cheese, Pickles, Spicy Whole Grain Mustard
Central Burger*$18.00
Half A Pound Angus Patty, Confit Pork Belly, Organic Baby Arugula, Tomato, Truffle Aioli
Cafe Central French Dip$18.00
Shaved Prime Rib, Mushrooms and Green Chile, Pepper Jack Cheese, Horseradish Cream, Torreado Au Jus

Entrées

Airline Chicken$19.00
Marinated in Whole Grain Mustard with Baby Squash and Whipped Potatoes
Puntas de Filete$37.00
Roasted Long Green Chile with Jalapeño Au Jus, Daily Whipped Potatoes, House Vegetables
- Available with 16oz Ribeye$49.00
Maine Lobster Roll$42.00
Maine Cold Water Lobster Claw Meat, Tarragon and Chive, Buttery Brioche Bun, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Clarified Butter. Choice of Kettle Chips, Parmesan French Fries or House Salad
Scottish Salmon$36.00
Clams, Mussels, English Peas, Heirloom Tomatoes, in Citrus Jalapeño Broth
Prawn Brochette*$36.00
Bacon Wrapped and Marinated in Chipotle, Braised Leek and Creamy Lobster Orzo
Chilean Sea Bass*$45.00
Miso Marinated, Sweet Ginger Jasmine Rice, House Teriyaki
Grilled Angus Tenderloin$47.00
Four Cheese Dauphinoise Potatoes and Sautéed Baby Spinach
Ribeye Prime
Chipotle Lime Butter, Daily Whipped Potatoes and Seasoned Onion Strings, House Vegetables. Also Available Cocktail Style with Warm Tortilla, Avocado, Sliced Jalapeño, Onion, and Tomato
- 16oz$49.00
12oz Australian Wagyu New York Strip$79.00
Sweet Potato, Brussels Sprouts, Pork Belly Ragout, Roasted Garlic, Thyme Compound Butter
Colorado Rack of Lamb
Citrus, Basil and Cabernet Marinated, Demi Glace, Daily Whipped Potatoes, House Vegetables
- Four Bone Rack$62.00
- 6 Bone Rack$81.00

Sides

Mashed Potatoes$7.00
Vegetables$7.00
Pomme Frites with Grated Reggiano & Truffle$8.00
Truffle Mac and Cheese$16.00

What 1,804 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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LilianaE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful night for my husband and I celebrating our anniversary. Everything was perfect from the moment we entered. Everyone was so nice and friendly and never pushy. Food was delicious, we will definitely be going back real soon. Thank you!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
The food was excellent but we had to ask for bread since the bread server kept skipping over our only our table and served others around us. The service was good otherwise
CA
CynthiaA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate lunch and the food is delicious and the service is great
S
Speedo
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great evening. Thank you
OT
OpenTable Diner
El Paso
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ribeye is the best in all of EP
AR
AndresR
Dallas
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The definition of opulence.
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Phil
Dallas
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent. Excellent. Excellent. Great food. Superior service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
El Paso
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Anniversary
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday Food is always excellent Service is the best in town My favorite place for a nice celebration
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Wicho
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was outstanding, superb table service, exceptional organization, overall excellent.
MT
MarcyT
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our brunch was perfect - great service, great food….
NO
NmaO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for a romantic date night. Food was great and the customer service was phenomenal. The managers even checked in on us. Highly recommend this place!
JR
JustinR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant to go out for a nice fancy date too. Was amazing customer service, food was exactly as anticipated and will definitely be returning for another dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always appreciate the ambiance, live music, friendly staff and great food. I also liked the fact that the manager came by our table and checked on us and asked if everything is well. We told him perfect, thank you for checking. We will be back for another special occasion in the future.
J
Jorgep
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
Wait was very long and food was not tasteful. 6 out of 10 overall
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall1food3service4ambience4
Incredibly long wait for food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
Celebrating 21yr anniversary….thought to go big….went to Cafe Central…….only way to describe it is to call it the worst dinning experience we’ve had in El Paso. It took over an hour for appetizers to arrive, they didn’t arrive at the same time, the grilled octopus was half a tentacle….the portobello was a medium size portobello cut in 4 bite size pieces…..I thought you are fine dinning….portions are usually small….but then it took over an hour and 30min more for the entrees to arrive….and when they did was that the night went from bad to worst…..my wife’s sea bass was uneatable, flavorless and chewy and the rice was undercooked and it seemed that all was reheated on a microwave….I ordered the chef’s special…a Wagyu NY strip with a scallop and shrimp…the steak lacked flavor and the shrimp were severely over cooked. It takes a lot of effort to do a Wagyu steak wrong. Ended up with an upset stomach with several trips to the restroom in the middle of the night. They did remove my wife’s sea bass from the bill….but they ruined our anniversary date night. The waiter was the highlight of the night, great guy…. What a disappointment and waste of time and money.
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AnthonyU
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience3
I have been to Cafe Central before on a few occasions, but have never had the poor service we received on Saturday evening. Our reservation was at 5:45 PM and I will admit we arrived at 6:00 in which I did call to update the restaurant. We were sat immediately and were provided drink and wine menus. Our server, Manuel, was busy preparing the private dining area for what appeared to be a large party. We ordered drinks at about 6:15, but had not been given actual menus. At 6:35, we were asked by another server if we would like menus. Manuel did not take our order until 6:45. Our food was not delivered until 7:15 by another server. I immediately asked for the check as we had to run next door for a show at the Plaza that started at 7:30. We were basically forced to inhale our food and not even savor it. Although our food was good, our experience on Saturday was poor at best. I would hope that if we were to return our experience would be much better.
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VanessaR
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience1
It wasn't full so we would have expected better service but instead we were left alone. We were brought butter but no bread and different servers were sent to attend us when we asked.
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RavenA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was impeccable and food was delicious. Highly recommend the cream of green chile soup. Sommelier is very knowledgeable and friendly.
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BerthaM
Denver
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. Will return
RL
RobertoL
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food....great service....the best experience and best restaurant in El Paso !!
SP
SpecialPlace
El Paso
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Over priced food choices for a set menu. Added fees for better food choices. No complimentary drink with dinner. Good live music but way too loud to talk across the table while playing Value for money spent 180.00 person would have been better spent on a regular dinning night. Better choices for money spent. Will not do a holiday dinner again felt very ripped off by such a lovely place to go for special occasions.
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LUISMRODRIGUEZ1
Monterrey
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excelente ambiente y alimentos , un poco descuidado el servicio , se solicitaron complementos y no se atendieron , sal y pan , el vino lo servían sin cuidado derramando sobre la mesa !!
SP
ScottP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience5
Rib eye was over cooked and too much salt on our various dishes. Good prices but the meal itself was disappointing. Went last year and it was great. Don’t know what changed but it needs attention to correct it. New chef perhaps?
RB
RonnieB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Atmosphere is unbelievable! Food was outstanding! Best romantic restaurant in El Paso!
J
Josh
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience3
Food and place is amazing, sitting outside was not great. Very Smokey and service was weak.
D
Daisy
El Paso
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Really busy yesterday evening, and too much noise.
EL
ELPTejas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My family enjoyed themselves celebrating my wife's birthday. The staff and our waiter made it special for her.
H
Hectorin76
El Paso
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cafe Central!!!! Always a great place to enjoy good food and a family ambiance. From the beginning till the end a great place, food besides tasting amazing the presentation is fenomenal! Expensive if you’re not used to fine dining prices! But definitely amazing!!!
DC
DianaC
Oklahoma City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience3
Hostes terrible, we had a reservation for a bar table and they even called to confirm earlier that day and when we got there it’s like we didn’t even had a reservation. We were just going to order a drink and leave but At the end the waiters saved the day. Outstanding service on their part, food was great and they literally fixed the mood for the rest of the night. Great on the service staff 10/10
LL
LynnL
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our dinner was amazing from the service to the taste of the food. They even helped me celebrate my birthday by bringing me my dessert with a sparkler on top. It
TG
TerriG
El Paso
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
We were not rushed at all. Servers came by very discreetly to fill water, offer bread, remove dishes, etc. The music was too loud for the space.and table placement. It would've been better if it was only the piano and not a singer. Food quality was fair, their signature soup was a little off - too thick. Did enjoy the new sommelier. The tradition lives on.
DM
DennieM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Service and food were amazing. Was a little loud for my husband and table a bit small as it was quite busy and we made reservations same day. Visited for BD celebration and was very pleased. Best meal on a 2 week road-trip.
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OSCARD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
brother wife daughter and my self very satisfied .
F
Frank
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a must fine Dinning Experience for special occasions. The Experience is extraordinary. Highly recommend it.
RR
RickR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
I don’t know it the the quality suffered because it was one of their busiest nights but I remember their food being top notch. Last night just didn’t measure up to what I remember.
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Omar
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to celebrate special occasions. Great service and great food.
C
Caesar
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience3
Ordered appetizer. It never came despite 2 servers being told and being assured it was coming out. Entrees came out but no appetizer. My steak was warm, not hot. It took about 4 minutes to melt. I know this because I asked 2 servers for a steak knife since it wasn't provided. The steak knife came 10 minutes later at which time I asked for the manager which took another 5 minutes. My wife was nearly finished with her entrée and I did not start on mine as it was now luke warm and I had lost my appetite. So my dinner consisted of 2 pieces of bread and water. I asked for the meal to be comped which the manager did. VERY DISAPPOINTED!!!
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AGELP
Dallas
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
Extremely bad service. Poor food quality. Street trucks have better food option

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Café Central offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (915) 545-2233.

Café Central is rated 4.7 stars by 1804 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

109 North Oregon st, El Paso, TX 79901

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Mills and San Antonio Street
Neighborhood
El Paso
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking $5.00 Lunch and $10.00 at Dinner
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Kasey Kaplan
Entertainment
Jazz on Thursdays; Piano during Dinner Monday thru Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafecentral.com/
Phone number
(915) 545-2233
Catering
Please call Event Planner at (915) 545-2233 or email estela@cafecentral.com for details and we will make sure to make your event a success.
Private party facilities
For private event reservations, we do not allow any outside entertainment. We will help you plan the most memorable event, please inquire with us!
Private party contact
Estela Abelleyra: (866) 943-6926

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Café Central

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Chilean Sea Bass

Lobster Ravioli

Maine Lobster Roll

Starters

Grilled Portobello Mushroom$11.00

Baked Escargot$13.00

Octopus Carpaccio*$16.00

Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio$18.00

Truffle Flatbread$18.00

Signature Dungeness Crab Cakes*$21.00

Shrimp Cocktail$26.00

Antipasto$40.00

Central Seafood Platter*$66.00

Saltspring British Columbia Mussels$26.00

Soup & Salad

Signature Cream of Green Chile*$9.00

Chef's Daily Soup Creation$6.00

Petit Iceberg Wheel$12.00

Central Caesar Salad$12.00

Lump Crab & Avocado Tower$19.00

Baby Field Greens$11.00

Butter Lettuce Salad$19.00

Arugula Salad$18.00

Taquería

Tenderloin Steak$19.00

Chilean Sea Bass$19.00

Shrimp Tacos$21.00

Sandwiches

Fried Shrimp Po'boy$16.00

Roasted Turkey Breast$13.00

Cubanito Ahogado*$14.00

Central Burger*$18.00

Cafe Central French Dip$18.00

Entrées

Airline Chicken$19.00

Puntas de Filete$37.00

Maine Lobster Roll$42.00

Scottish Salmon$36.00

Prawn Brochette*$36.00

Chilean Sea Bass*$45.00

Grilled Angus Tenderloin$47.00

Ribeye Prime

12oz Australian Wagyu New York Strip$79.00

Colorado Rack of Lamb

Sides

Mashed Potatoes$7.00

Vegetables$7.00

Pomme Frites with Grated Reggiano & Truffle$8.00

Truffle Mac and Cheese$16.00

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