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Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing Suites, Memphis, TN

Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing Suites

4.0
4
141 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Erling Jensen is a founding father of the fine dining scene in Memphis. At Erling Jensen Small Bites, classic entrées meld with a new selection of unique shareables to create a menu that pairs perfectly with gathering friends, family or colleagues, Topgolf Swing Suite-style. Disclaimer: Our Bookings are only available for restaurants only, not the Top Golf services as well. For Top Golf bookings visit swingsuitesmemphis.com
Robert Shindler
Director Of Food and Beverage
Rshindler@cooperhotels.com
901-969-6709

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Creole
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (901) 587-9464
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Robert Shindler
  • Catering
    We have event space for any occasion
  • Private party facilities
    Top Golf for any size party with special food packages included
  • Neighborhood
    Memphis
  • Cross street
    Poplar and Sanderlin
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Cocktails and More

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    At Erling Jensen Small Bites, we believe that community is what makes a place great. We offer a happy hour every day at our bar from 4pm to 6pm. This is a great way to end your day, enjoy time with friends and family, and be a part of our community. Stop by some day this week to enjoy our happy hour!

    Cocktails and More Photo

What 141 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

141 Reviews
  1. MrsTate

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bartenders Sean was very warm, friendly, and suggested some menu options that were awesome.

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  2. JimW

    Memphis/West TN

    73 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for a good meal and to watch the game. Good, friendly service.

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  3. Karens

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I'm suprised Erling Jensen let's this place use his name. We were theory people in the restaurant. It took 25 minutes for the appetizer to come out and it was lukewarm. Our server was very flippant. Never got drink refills, even after asking. The rest of the food was unimpressive and was not hot, even though there were no other patrons. They did remove the appetizer from the bill,but our service was really poor.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Poor service. Long wait for food and it was wrong. Don’t waste your time.

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  5. oldskilady

    Nashville

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I always thought Erling Jensen was an upscale restaurant. It is in a hotel which is not a problem but the kitchen is closed for remodeling and there is a very limited menu which is not very good. I have never had to put my own wedge salad together and the buffalo chicken wrap was subpar - rubbery chicken. I should have paid attention to the bad reviews and I really should have paid attention to the fact that they did not have my Open Table reservation and that there were only a handful of people there so we did not even need a reservation. We will not be going back!

    Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing SuitesResponded on August 14, 2023

    We apologize for the subpar experience you had during your recent visit. Your feedback is important to us, and we truly value your patronage. We are always working on improving our menu and service, and we would love the opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future. Please consider giving us another chance to showcase the true standard of Erling Jensen Small Bites. Thank you for your understanding.

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  6. imatooplain

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The wine was pretty good but not a good value at your prices. The other menu prices were as expected. Since wine is essential to the meal I must pay but begrudgingly.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This place is a joke first of all the bartender has his friends sit up there all night he gives the hook up. Sean I believe his name was he mentioned to me when he presented the check I didn’t charge you for your two drafts beer “You take care of me and I take l care of you. When I got to try to order my dinner they were out of everything. I can’t believe Erling would put his name on this establishment. We won’t be back and I don’t recommend to it’s a disaster.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great portions and favored well the prices was little high but our sever and service was excellent.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The kitchen was out of half of the menu. We will be back I only because of the nice staff.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We stayed at the hotel with our baseball team. The food was delicious the staff was wonderful they went above and beyond. Thanks to Shawn the Bartender he was awesome. Thanks to Robert Schindler the manager who put up with our large crowd. Miranda did an awesome job. Thanks Erling Jensen staff the kids has so much fun with Top Golf!

    Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing SuitesResponded on July 27, 2023

    We are so excited that you loved your visit with us !!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff great food! The restaurant is very clean and well taken care of. Managers come by to check on your food and service during your stay. Awesome Job Erling Jensens you hit a home run with this concept.

    Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing SuitesResponded on July 27, 2023

    Awesome feedback and we are excited that you love our restaurant, please come back!!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food drinks and cool environment the service was great! The manager took his time to give me a demo of the Top Golf which I will be booking for my next team outing! Thanks for the great service!

    Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing SuitesResponded on July 27, 2023

    We love the fact that you had a great time, please come back and thanks for the great feedback !!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service staff is friendly Management came and checked on us multiple times 5 stars for Erling Jensens Top Golf!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In Memphis for the weekend and I have to say the staff here was superb from the moment I walked in. Miranda greeted me immediately and sold me on the old fashion, although it’s already my go to drink, I have never had a smoked old fashion and let me tell you… it was amazing!! Shaun, the bartender definitely put his best in this drink. The food was also sooo delicious! If you are in the area, I recommend this place 100%!!

    Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing SuitesResponded on July 2, 2023

    Thank you for the review we strive in customer service were so happy you enjoyed you experience. We look forward to seeing you next time. Thanks, Robert Shindler Director Of Food and Bevrage Rshindler@cooperhotels.

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  15. AshleyT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice great small group fun environment for birthdays or great for couple dates of work outings on family night

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  16. ChrisK

    Memphis/West TN

    20 reviews

    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was great but the service was appalling - the last guest's main course was finally brought out after we had finished our meals

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  17. DouglasC

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the drink menu and food. Will come again for sure.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my girlfriends decided to see what Erling Jensens Small Bites was all about. The atmosphere is nice we sat in the bar area where the was a large T.V. The food came out a little late but was delicious. The Director Of Food and Beverage Robert came by and apologized and really cared about our dining experience. Thanks Robert p.s your a hottie check your email and you will find my number! We will definitely be back!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Service! What a hidden gem in East Memphis! Thanks Chef Erling our steaks were cooked to perfection!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Erling Jensen should not have his name attached to this location. I went only because of the name. I never even check out the ratings, which I generally always do. You know you have a bad cocktail when you don’t even finish it. All the food was sub-standard!!! I never actually been to Erling Jensen, but I have good friends that rave about. I don’t eat a lot so I was draw to the idea of small bites.. Also the picture on the internet are misleading. Mr. Jensen should not agreed to be a restaurant in name only!!! It’s so MISLEADING!!!!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Please do not waste your time here. Absolute trash from start to finish. From service to food it was a completely disappointing experience.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Trina the bartender was great ! Wonderful service !!!

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  23. doobie

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time going to EJ small bites despite attending the restaurant often. It is completely different but delightful. I can’t wait to return!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had fun thanks! Nice atmosphere and energy and everyone was nice!

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  25. mardam

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I don’t usually write reviews, but I’m hoping this honest assessment will help this place either up their game or make room for a different business. I’ve been to small bites more than once and the service is atrocious. Slow, inattentive, forgetful, unprofessional. Then, for the price, the food isn’t really that amazing. It’s surprising since Serling Jensen’s name is on it.

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  26. SheilaB

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Was disappointed. We've been to the main restaurant several times and loved it, so I was looking forward to the smaller scale for Mother's Day. Lobster bisque was extremely salty and lukewarm. Originally, the Mgr didn't offer any acceptable correction other than replacing with another bowl which was the same. Fries weren't on the limited menu (which was understood) but we requested them to at least have something palatable. That was offered by the Asst Mgr who tried to be accommodating. They were very tasty. Thankfully they did give us a discount, as there were other missteps as well. We're not difficult customers but this experience was not very pleasant. Other customers also said the bisque was salty, and to not offer an acceptable alternative was not very customer friendly.

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  27. floyds

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, it was a very good experience, we enjoyed the food, it was top notch, couldn’t have been better. Atmosphere was good. My only complaint would be the virtual golf game being played close by our table, that was very annoying and somewhat disturbing. I would not let that stop me from eating there again I’ll just ask for a table further away from that game system.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We walked in to a very loud and obnoxious group gathered in the bar area, and the hostess initially waved us in that direction. We explained that we had a reservation, so she grudgingly seated us in the dining area. After almost 15 minutes of watching other people being served, without even a glass of water or acknowledgement that we were sitting there waiting, we left. No one even noticed. Definitely not a place worthy of the EJ reputation earned by his flagship restaurant. Truly disappointing, and we will not be back.

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  29. MaB1

    Memphis/West TN

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great and the food was hot and tasty.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I would consider this a decent hotel restaurant. Food is just OK and there are 2 golf bays which are loud. Donna and other employees were great!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service! The staff was amazing! The food was great!

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  32. ToniDWhite

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The host and server were great. The bar attendant was very welcoming.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love to come here we are locals and stay close bye. Usually the food comes out very fast but tonight we had to wait 45 mins for my husbands salad. The manager Robert came by apologized to us and bought us dessert for the mis hap. Thank you for caring about your guests. We would have came back either way we told him he did not have to do that. But he insisted thanks for the great customer service things happen sometimes. Overall we had a good experience even though we had to wait. Thank you again Mr.Robert

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  34. GRUMPYOLDMAN

    Memphis/West TN

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The blackened redfish was excellent, I highly, highly recommend it. Service was quite slow and spotty.

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  35. JenniferW

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We actually did not eat...KNOW that if you make a reservation through Open Table, it is only for a table...NOT in the swing suites for your party reservation. It is very misleading. The host and manager were nice but unable to seat us in the suites.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Bartender! Management Is Friendly. Restaurant is very clean with a huge TV cool environment with a nice choice of cocktails and entrees. We will tell our friends about this hidden Gem in East Memphis.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! We had a slight mix up with the food. But the manager Bob jumped in and resolved the issue quickly. He also bought us a crème burlee for the small issue. Overall we had a great experience we will definitely be back. Thanks for being so kind Bob.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service atmosphere! We dinned a few months ago and this it was ok but this place is on the up and up! The server said it’s under new management we will be back and tell our friends!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awesome Top Golf was a great family activity!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Service and food. Two managers came by to check on both were friendly and attentive to our needs. We will be back.

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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
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing Suites offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 587-9464.

Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing Suites is rated 4 stars by 141 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Erling Jensen Small Bites / Topgolf Swing Suites

5069 Sanderlin Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-4331

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Poplar and Sanderlin
  • Neighborhood
    Memphis
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Creole
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Robert Shindler
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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