Cafe Nuovo

Name: Cafe Nuovo
Address: One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI, United States, 02903
Telephone: (401) 421-2525
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2776 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Casually elegant Cafe Nuovo, at the Gondola Landing on Providence's famed Riverwalk, has been hailed by the New York Times and singled out by the Providence Journal as "RI's contribution to world class dining." The scenic waterside setting is matched only by the "fresh, seasonal flavor of Cafe Nuovo's contemporary American cuisine and heavenly dessert creations." Through glass curtain walls or while dining al fresco on the piazza, patrons enjoy attentive service and commanding city views while the river and gondolas roll by. Free valet parking evenings. **Sunday Open for Waterfire, Graduations, some Holidays or private functions

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 2, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(401) 421-2525

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(401) 421-2525
Website
http://www.cafenuovo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Rotunda available for weddings and banquets. Restaurant available Sundays for private functions and private luncheons on Saturdays. Platfom available for smaller business dinner meetings. Please call for capacity.
Private party contact
Dimitri: (401) 421-2525

Location
One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903
Neighborhood
Providence
Cross street
Between Memorial Boulevard & Canal
Parking details
Lunch: reduced rate with validated ticket or nearby street parking; Dinner: Valet at the front door
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Dinner in the Rotunda (next to Main Dining Room)
Multiple dates available
Please join us in our Rotunda surrounded by 30 foot windows, Italian Marble, and views of Downtown Providence. (Note: This seating area is adjacent to our Main Dining Room) ***ON SELECT DAYS, WE OFFER TWO INDOOR SEATING AREAS: ROTUNDA OR MAIN DINING ROOM. ***OPTIONS PRESENTED DURING BOOKING REFLECT WHAT IS AVAILABLE. ***IF YOUR PREFERENCE ISN'T LISTED, PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER TIME OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY.
Dinner in the Main Dining Room
Multiple dates available
Please join us indoors for Dinner in our Main Dining Room (Note: This reservation does not include outdoor dining) ***ON SELECT DAYS, WE OFFER TWO INDOOR SEATING AREAS: ROTUNDA OR MAIN DINING ROOM. ***OPTIONS PRESENTED DURING BOOKING REFLECT WHAT IS AVAILABLE. ***IF YOUR PREFERENCE ISN'T LISTED, PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER TIME OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY.

Popular dishes

Lettuce Wraps
Cucumber kimchi, shaved carrot + daikon radish, Korean mayo, pickled jicama + pineapple lime-soy vinaigrette
Tenderloin Carpaccio$19.00
Crispy fingerlings, horseradish aioli, arugula, shaved parmesan
Escargots$17.00
toasted baguette • pernod • pignoli garlic butter • brie wedge
Crispy Sushi*$19.00
Yellowfin tuna crudo, Korean chile, enoki honeycrisp apple, crispy rice
Calamari & Shrimp$21.00
blistered cherry tomato + pepperoncini ragout • basil butter • roasted garlic + balsamic aioli
Local Oysters*
chilled: • house made cocktail sauce • pickled ginger mignonette warm: • beurre monté • tobiko caviar
- Market
Raw Bar
- Cold Oysters per piece$3.50
- Shrimp per piece$6.00
- Littlenecks per piece$2.50
- Warm Oysters$3.50
Brussels Sprouts$14.00
Crispy brussels sprouts, goat cheese crema, crispy bacon, polenta crouton, balsamic glaze
Nuovo Crab Cocktail$24.00
Colossal lump crab, aurora sauce, mango chutney, crispy brioche
Spicy Watermelon Roll - Vegan$14.00
Sushi rice, cucumber, spicy aioli, tamari
Salmon Tartare$18.00
Shallot, capers + chives, crispy potato chips
Cauliflower$15.00
Glazed crispy cauliflower, honey roasted peanuts, ginger chip, charred scallion aioli
Lamb Croquettes$20.00
Braised lamb, truffle potato, dijon aioli, mint, lamb demi

Grilled Pizza

Margherita Pizza$19.00
Fresh mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, basil
Short Rib Pizza$22.00
Beef short rib, BBQ sauce, red onion, cheddar cheese, serrano + banana peppers

Soup

Creamy Tomato$9.00
tarragon & basil • goat cheese crostini
Sausage & Bean$10.00
Italian sausage, white beans, broccoli rabe, shaved reggiano

Salads

Caesar$14.00
romaine • baby kale • grana padano • focaccia croutons parmesan tuile
Boston Bibb$13.00
golden delicious apples • cider dressing • spiced walnuts • gorgonzola dolce
Chopped$13.00
Seasonal vegetables • imported greek feta • fresh herbs • sherry vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprouts$12.00
Castelvetrano olives, apples, red grapes, toasted pinenuts, pickled golden raisins, champagne vinaigrette
Carrots + Beets$15.00
Arugula, chevre crema, granny smith apple, red wine + grape emulsion

Pasta / Risotto

gluten-free pasta available upon request

Stuffed Rigatoni$33.00
veal, prosciutto & portobello, endive, radicchio, fresh mozzarella portobello-madeira sauce
Artichoke Tagliatelle$28.00
Wood grilled mushrooms, artichoke soubise, grilled hearts, crispy sunchokes
Duck Pappardelle$35.00
Pulled duck confit, whiskey soaked cherries, spiced walnuts, sage, natural jus
Bolognese$28.00
Tagliatelle, ragu of veal, pork + beef, crispy burrata, San Marzano tomatoes
Beef Tenderloin Risotto$42.00
Wild mushrooms, peas, white truffle oil, goat cheese crema

Sides

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes$9.00
Risotto$15.00
Lemon or mushroom
Idaho or Sweet Potato Fries$6.00
Penne Marinara$9.00
Sauteed Spinach$10.00
Grilled Asparagus$14.00
Broccoli$9.00
valencia orange vinaigrette
Cauliflower Gratin$12.00

Composed Plates

Lamb Shank$45.00
Six-hour slow-braised, toasted orzo, san marzano tomato braising sauce, parmigiano reggiano
Rack of Lamb$53.00
Herb crusted, truffle whipped potatoes, grilled broccoli, classic lamb bordelaise
Filet Mignon*$53.00
Asparagus, potato confit, candy cane beets, whipped black pepper + herb butter blackberry bordelaise
Veal Chop$58.00
Goat cheese polenta, arugula, blistered tomatoes, wild mushroom demi, lemon + black pepper butter
Boneless Short Rib$43.00
Yukon gold mashed potatoes, organic carrots, broccoli, crispy potato, parsley + lemon zest gremolata, braising jus
Pork Chop$37.00
Root vegetable hash, Swiss char, apple + fennel slaw, sage + apple butter, whole grain mustard sauce
Roasted Chicken$29.00
Roasted baby potatoes, button mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, baby carrots, Lemon-thyme pan sauce
Duck$39.00
Seared breast, crispy leg, roasted summer vegetables, apricot chutney, orange-thyme pan jus
Salmon$39.00
Vegetable stir fry, jasmine rice pilaf, apricot + pineapple BBQ sauce, basil oil
Cioppino$43.00
Littleneck clams, shrimp, scallops, whitefish, fennel, braised tomato, linguini
Blackened Shrimp + Scallops$39.00
Candied spaghetti squash, pickled tomato, sweet corn, pancetta + chive butter sauce
Chilean Sea Bass$55.00
Coconut scented jasmine rice, bok choy, citrus segments, yuzu-miso beurre blanc
Dover Sole$62.00
Creamer potatoes, sauteed spinach, meuniere sauce
Grilled Artichokes -Vegan$27.00
Mediterranean ragout with artichokes, potatoes, carrots + peas.

Dessert

Pot of Mousse$12.00
Dark & White Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate, Raspberry & Mango coulis, Cappuccino Tartufo
Crème Brûlée$12.00
Tahitian Vanilla Bean Custard, Fresh Berries, Blackberry Coulis
Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$12.00
Maple Sponge Cake, Cranberry-apple Compote, Streusel, Oatmeal Ice Cream
Dark Chocolate Tart$12.00
Orange, Goat Cheese Mousse, Chocolate Crumble, Buttermilk Orange Sherbert
Caramel Apple Cheesecake$12.00
Walnut Crust, Apple Compote, Chantilly Cream, Candied Walnuts
Ice Cream or Sorbet$10.00
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What 2,776 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best restaurant!
AS
AmyS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fabulous food and we had the best waiter. I will definitely make a point of dining here again the next time we are in Providence.
JG
JenG
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious meal, great service. The place to go if you want excellent quality!
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Luvfood
New England
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience5
Our waiter made quite a few mistakes and kept saying that is another demerit.. we are out for a nice date night and looking forward to dine there. Disappointed in service, however table and food was great.
CJ
CJL223
New England
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Everything was wonderful, food always delicious and great service.
L
Love2eat
New England
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
In celebration of a dear friend’s birthday, my husband and I chose Cafe Nuovo, one our favorite restaurants, to celebrate this event. We picked the “right” venue! Food was delicious, staff very pleasant and Restaurant Week menu offered a great selection of choices for a terrific price! We shall return.
AW
AnthonyW
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was wonderful and the food came out quickly and was delicious. All three of us at our table were very happy with our meals.
RB
RobtB
Phoenix
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Boneless short ribs are melt in your mouth tender and taste great. The chocolate mousse dessert is about as good as it gets
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
we went there before a performance at PPAC. our server was very friendly and the service was prompt3
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience! Highly recommend.
R
Ronaldo
New England
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We visited during restaurant week of January 2023. The Restaurant Week menu was extraordinary, which is what we chose. Everything we ordered was delicious and was presented in a very elegant and classy way. Our server Leo was exceptional and added to our overall wonderful dining experience! Looking forward to returning to experience the cuisine from their regular menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Date night with another couple awesome evening with great food and drinks. Thank you DEMETRIOS KRITICOS for a wonderful evening.
CM
CherylM
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, delicious food always
K
Kathy
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. Sauces were amazing. Will be back again.
MD
MichaelD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful Will go again soon Thanks
DL
DeannaL
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was fantastic, very attentive and charming. We partook in the restaurant week offerings and were extremely satisfied! The servings were more than I could eat considering it was a three course meal. However I did save room for dessert which was absolutely divine. I had the Pot of Mousse! So delicious and such a beautiful presentation! Will definitely be returning, especially during the summer for some Al Fresco dining on the river.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner with excellence service. Definitely go back again
BO
BOHICA
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
I’ve had the pleasure of eating here many, many times over the last 20 years. It’s still my favorite restaurant of all time. Its biggest asset is consistency. Dimitri runs a great team
CD
ChristineD
New England
290 reviews
vip
5.0
290 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This very fine dining restaurant offered a fantastic menu for Restaurant Week 2023. We loved the shaved Brussels Sprouts salad as well as the entree, boneless short rib served with delicious carrots and broccoli on tasty mashed potatoes. And the desserts, pot of mousse served in its edible chocolate pot and the apple cake with caramel were both spectacular as was the service and the ambiance of lovely Cafe Nuovo. Such a great dining experience!
MK
MissKate
New England
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extensive wine list (by the glass, by the half-bottle, and by the bottle). Creative takes on classic foods. Valet parking for dinner.
BM
BrianM
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food! Highly recommend the shrimp and scallops!!!
TG
TrixyG
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat by the window with a beautiful view of the river and city. Food and service was wonderful.
MV
MVKMOM
New England
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not crowded during the week. Was able to enjoy a more relaxed quiet atmosphere than a weekend. It was great.
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cdy08
New England
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food was superb and creatively presented. My only complaint is that it is overpriced compared with other comparable restaurants. For three of us, our bill was $297, not including the tip. Also, I miss that fact that Cafe Nuovo is not open for lunch. In the past friends and I could get delicious food at a more affordable price.
BB
BrendaB
New England
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
We were 30 minutes early so we’re seated early. Waiter Jake rushed us Had to tell him 3 times we wanted to chill a bit. Still got our food way too fast. No time in between courses. Food quality was excellent however very very salty.
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AAM1
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and the service is always the best.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food was impeccable. I highly recommend this place.
J
Justdowntheroad
Washington DC
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great apps and entrees. The fried cauliflower, salmon tartar and Brussel sprouts were fantastic. The beef carpaccio was tasty but a little dry. The pork chop was the best I’ve ever had.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely experience, polite, friendly but also unobtrusive service. Food was amazing. Comped us a beautiful dessert when they found out it was our wedding anniversary. Would definitely recommend.
KC
KariC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our time and the food was delicious.
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Arlie
New England
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
I was disappointed with my order of artichoke pappadelli. The pasta dish arrived at the table with mushrooms which were probably included in the $28 dish. There were no artichokes. Ten minutes later, a side dish was delivered of 3 small artichokes and for that, I was charged another $10 dollars. The pasta wasn’t even pappadelli. It was a disappointment.
JM
JeanneM
New England
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner server was attentive and very pleasant!
JR
JoanR
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful Christmas celebration. Festive and lively. Perhaps the beginning of a new Christmas tradition
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Greta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our of our favorite restaurants in providence! Food, service, atmosphere!❤️
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Bolognese
New England
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful as always. They never disappoint!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My boyfriend’s 30th birthday
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Griff
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Convenient and scenic location, easy parking, lovely ambiance, terrific food, never not had a wonderful meal in a very pleasant setting.
SG
SGM1
New England
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite restaurant by far. The menu never disappoints. The waitstaff are professional and knowledgeable. A fine dining experience.
KG
KatarinaG
New England
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot at the bar! Chris the bartender is very accommodating and makes super yummy drinks!

Safety precautions

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

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Cafe Nuovo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 421-2525.

Cafe Nuovo is rated 4.8 stars by 2776 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Nuovo does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

9:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(401) 421-2525

One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Between Memorial Boulevard & Canal
Neighborhood
Providence
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Lunch: reduced rate with validated ticket or nearby street parking; Dinner: Valet at the front door
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafenuovo.com/
Phone number
(401) 421-2525
Private party facilities
Rotunda available for weddings and banquets. Restaurant available Sundays for private functions and private luncheons on Saturdays. Platfom available for smaller business dinner meetings. Please call for capacity.
Private party contact
Dimitri: (401) 421-2525

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Cafe Nuovo

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Takeout

Dining areas

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Dinner in the Rotunda (next to Main Dining Room)

Dinner in the Main Dining Room

Lamb Shank

Salmon

Crispy Sushi

Starters

Lettuce Wraps

Tenderloin Carpaccio$19.00

Escargots$17.00

Crispy Sushi*$19.00

Calamari & Shrimp$21.00

Local Oysters*

Raw Bar

Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Nuovo Crab Cocktail$24.00

Spicy Watermelon Roll - Vegan$14.00

Salmon Tartare$18.00

Cauliflower$15.00

Lamb Croquettes$20.00

Grilled Pizza

Margherita Pizza$19.00

Short Rib Pizza$22.00

Soup

Creamy Tomato$9.00

Sausage & Bean$10.00

Salads

Caesar$14.00

Boston Bibb$13.00

Chopped$13.00

Shaved Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Carrots + Beets$15.00

Pasta / Risotto

Stuffed Rigatoni$33.00

Artichoke Tagliatelle$28.00

Duck Pappardelle$35.00

Bolognese$28.00

Beef Tenderloin Risotto$42.00

Sides

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes$9.00

Risotto$15.00

Idaho or Sweet Potato Fries$6.00

Penne Marinara$9.00

Sauteed Spinach$10.00

Grilled Asparagus$14.00

Broccoli$9.00

Cauliflower Gratin$12.00

Composed Plates

Lamb Shank$45.00

Rack of Lamb$53.00

Filet Mignon*$53.00

Veal Chop$58.00

Boneless Short Rib$43.00

Pork Chop$37.00

Roasted Chicken$29.00

Duck$39.00

Salmon$39.00

Cioppino$43.00

Blackened Shrimp + Scallops$39.00

Chilean Sea Bass$55.00

Dover Sole$62.00

Grilled Artichokes -Vegan$27.00

Dessert

Pot of Mousse$12.00

Crème Brûlée$12.00

Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$12.00

Dark Chocolate Tart$12.00

Caramel Apple Cheesecake$12.00

Ice Cream or Sorbet$10.00

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