Il Corso - Palm Springs

Name: Il Corso - Palm Springs
Address: 111 N Palm Canyon Drive Suite 180, Palm Springs, CA, United States, 92262
Telephone: (760) 656-3770
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1029 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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Chef Mario Marfia was born in Sicily, Italy and honed his craft working as a chef in the Mediterranean. He brings those culinary and cultural influences to El Paseo in Palm Desert, and the New Downtown of Palm Springs.
Il Corso restaurant offers genuine Italian hospitality serving a wonderful variety of traditional Italian dishes, fresh salads, homemade pastas, wood oven pizzas and delicious seafood. In addition to our regular menu, Chef Mario prepares nightly specials from all over Italy like “the world’s best gnocchi,” and our house specialty, roasted leg of veal. Start your meal off with an Italian style inspired cocktail and remember to save room for all of your favorite Italian homemade desserts to complement your dinning experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 26, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

9:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(760) 656-3770

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 656-3770
Website
http://www.ilcorsodining.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
CHEF MARIO MARFIA
Catering
Come celebrate your special occasion while enjoying your favorite Italian dishes... Just bring in your friends and we will take care of the rest. Tutti finesse a tarallucci e vino! Having an offsite event? Let us come to you. We can bring all of the best that Italy has to offer. Impress your company with our handmade pasta, signature dishes, delicious cocktails and homemade desserts.

Location
111 N Palm Canyon Drive Suite 180 Palm Springs, CA 92262
Neighborhood
Palm Springs
Cross street
TAQUITZ AVENUE
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Asparagi alla Valdostana$18.00
Asparagus (5), Aged Prosciutto di Parma, Fontina Cheese, Truffle Oil
Pomodori e Burrata$16.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Creamy Mozzarella Cheese, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Basil
Polpette di Carne$13.00
Homemade Beef Meatballs (4) in a Tomato Sauce
Carpaccio di Manzo$15.00
Thinly Sliced Beef, Rucola, Parmesan, Oil Lemon Dressing
Prosciutto e Melone$18.00
18 Month Aged Prosciutto di Parma, Cantaloupe Melon
Tagliere Siciliano$18.00
Salame, 3 Varieties of Pecorino, Caponata, Marinated Olives, Pizza bread
Polpo alla Griglia$18.00
Grilled Octopus, Potatoes, Green Beans, Tomatoes, Oil Lemon Dressing
Tris Fumé di Pesce$18.00
Cured Ahi Tuna, Octopus, Salmon Carpaccio, Arugula, Oil Lemon Dressing
Cozze alla Livornese$18.00
Sautéed Black Mussels, White Wine Sauce or Tomato Sauce
Calamari alla Griglia$18.00
Grilled Calamari Oil Lemon Dressing, Rucola, Chopped Tomatoes

Zuppe e Insalate

Zuppe e Insalateraviolini in Brodo$10.00
Tiny Homemade Veal Ravioli, Chicken Stock, Chives, Parmesan
Minestra di Verdure Miste$9.00
Mix Vegetables Soup with Pasta
Zuppa Calurese$15.00
Mix Seafood Soup with Fregola
Insalata di Bietole$12.00
Beets, Mixed Greens, Walnuts, Gorgonzola Cheese, Balsamic Dressing
Insalata di Carciofi$14.00
Frisée Lettuce, Shaved Artichokes, Parmesan, Oil Lemon Dressing
Insalata di Spinaci$14.00
Spinach Salad, Mushrooms, Dry Ricotta, Pancetta, Red Onion, Balsamic Dressing
Insalata Panzanella$16.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Black Olives, Red Onions, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Insalata Tricolore$14.00
Rucola, Endive, Radicchio, Parmesan, Oil Lemon Dressing

Paste e Risotti

Trofie al Ragu' Genovese$24.00
Twisted Pasta, White Veal Ragu, Peas
Rigatoni alla Norma$24.00
Rigatoni Pasta, Diced Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Dry Ricotta Cheese
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$22.00
Homemade Gnocchi, Tomato Sauce, Fresh Oregano, Mozzarella
Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci$26.00
Homemade Spinach-Ricotta Ravioli, Butter and Sage Sauce
Pappardelle alla Bolognese$24.00
Pappardelle Pasta, Veal and Beef Ragù, Tomato Sauce
Tagliatelle all'Emiliana$24.00
Flat Noodles, Peas, Ham, Mushrooms, Creamy Tomato Sauce
Busiate Buonfornello$22.00
Long Curly Pasta, Tomato Sauce, Black Olives, Capers, Mushrooms
Spaghetti alle Vongole$28.00
Manila Clams, White Wine Garlic Oil
Linguini Neri allo Scoglio$29.00
Black-Ink Linguini, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Calamari, Tomato Sauce
Risotto ai Porcini$32.00
Porcini Mushrooms, Truffle Oil, Brown Sauce

Pesce e Carne

Pollo alla Romana$26.00
Chicken Scaloppini, Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Sage, Mashed Potatoes
Pollo Vesuvio$28.00
Free-Range Baked Chicken, Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, Potatoes, Onions
Vitello alla Milanese$30.00
Veal Milanese, Rucola, Fresh Chopped Tomatoes
Scottadito D'agnello alla Griglia$34.00
Grilled Lamb Chops, Roasted Potatoes, Seasonal Veggies
Filetto al Pepe Verde$34.00
Filet Mignon (8oz), Green Peppercorn Sauce, Spinach, Seasonal Veggies
Vitello alla Pizzaiola$30.00
Veal Scaloppini, Tomato Sauce, Olives, Oregano, Capers, Mozzarella, Butter Sage Gnocchi
Pesce Spada alla Palermitana$32.00
Grilled Breaded Swordfish, Sautéed Spinach
Grigliata Mista di Pesce$38.00
Prawn, ½ Main Lobster, Swordfish grilled, Salmoriglio sauce, Rucola Salad

Speciali

Bistecca ai Ferri$40.00
16oz USDA Prime Off-the-Bone Rib-Eye, Roasted Potatoes, Spinach, Diane Sauce on the Side
Costata alla Ferrarese$45.00
Parmesan Crusted Veal Chop, Balsamic Reduction on the Side, Seasonal Veggies
Bavette All'astice$42.00
Flat Pasta, Whole Main Lobster, Cherry Tomatoes, Rucola, White Wine Sauce
Branzino Isolana$38.00
Baked Wild Mediterranean Sea Bass, Olives, Potatoes, Tomatoes, White Wine Sauce
Sogliola al Forno$48.00
Baked Wild-Caught Dover Sole Fileted Table Side, Seasonal Veggies

Sides

Vegetables

Julienne Vegetables
Spinach Green Beans
Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Potatoes

Side Pasta

Marinara
Garlic Oil
Butter Arrabbiata
Alfredo

What 1,029 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Notable Wine List
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities
Italian
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
Notable Wine List
Palm Springs / Palm Desert
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Overall great experience. Good food and wine. Service was great right up until dessert, then it was like they forgot we were there.
MH
MonteH
Palm Springs
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service2ambience5
I was somewhat disappointed with our visit to Il Corso. We were entertaining 2 couples from out of town and having been to the Palm Desert Il Corso, I assumed things would be close to the same. The place, drinks and food were excellent. The server, however cordial, was either needing training, or was just plain swamped. Wine was only poured for the tasting of the purchaser and the bottle set on the table for us to pour our own. The amount of time between courses was long and getting our checks took longer. Noise level is high. It's all probably due to Covid and staff problems but it will be awhile before we return. I would still recommend but with qualifications.
BM
BrianM
Los Angeles
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
First time there and had a very nice dinner. Food was wonderful and the service was perfect. I would recommend and I will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding from start to finish!
R
Remi
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Good, but not great. Not sure if we will go back. Nice location for out of town guest.
PD
PsyDoc
Phoenix
114 reviews
vip
4.0
114 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall4food3service2ambience3
On a very busy Saturday evening we found service a bit lacking; it had been stellar in the past. The pasta dish was very good. The main salad was not to my liking but at least some was consumed. It was Mediterranean but the dressing was not good and all they had otherwise was Balsamic vinegar. Wine list was not as comprehensive as I recalled. In any event we still would recommend this restaurant and will most likely give it another go when next in the area.
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Indiancanyonpeepsmb
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We have become regulars of ail Corso in Palm Springs. We love sitting on the patio. The entire staff is professional, kind and conscientious. The food is consistently delicious and fresh tasting. We are fans!
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sarah
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience2
Food wasn’t great. Atmosphere no music and sleepy.
JD
JamesD
Palm Springs
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, terrific service !
NL
NancyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It could not have been a nicer dining experience! Everything was outstanding, service, food, ambience. Congratulations to you and all of your staff for such a wonderful dining experience even with Covid looming in the shadows. Thank you! Nancy
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Rick
Palm Springs
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and the weather for outdoor dining was amazing. The patio is wonderful. It has been a couple years since we have been and I will not wait that long again.
WS
WilliamS
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is solid Italian and a cut above others in Palm Springs. Service was excellent and responsive. The outdoor space is modern, comfortable and quiet since it’s tucked back from the street. And the chicken parm special was really delicious with more than enough to take home.
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kaseyr
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great service, big portions, really nice ambience. Got the chicken Parmesan, and it didn’t disappoint. Would go back again.
M
Matteo1543
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place with amazing food!
LS
LisaS
Los Angeles
67 reviews
vip
2.0
67 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
Acceptable but not memorable…I would not go back.
B
Bodhi714
Palm Springs
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always awesome
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Decent Italian in the heart of Palm Springs with a great location and atmosphere.
C
Cdps
Palm Springs
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect....good food and great service! The Bolognese was better than I could make at home.
SG
SerjioG
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I booked this for my GF’s BDay and they did not disappoint!! The service was great and the food was delish! Everything ordered was delicious, from cocktails to a gelato dessert provided for the BDay. Hope to be back soon!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pre-Mothers Day Dinner
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Hrhtlm
Chicago
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience5
Calamari was excellent and well prepared. The pork shank and accompanying pasta was very salty and had to be sent back.
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Leigh
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
The food was just ok. The service was terrible. Drinks were not refilled, wine was not poured. There was no offer of fresh ground pepper. I would not go back or recommend. Very expensive for crappy service.
MJ
MJLM
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
this is our second visit to Il Corso and same waiter. We loved it both times. The Waiter brought me a Gnocci with Pesto dish that was divine. Thank you Il Corso I am a picky eater and the menu did not have any choices that I liked but this is what I love!!!
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Craig
Palm Springs
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and exceptional service! They set a new standard for service when so many other restaurants seen to be terribly short staffed. Great first impression at hostess stand and an awesome waiter and support team. Will be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Good was great
J
Jerry
Palm Springs
31 reviews
vip
2.0
31 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
Nice location. Food was marginal. There are better Italian restaurants around at better value.
X
Xavier
Palm Springs
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience! Outstanding service, staff paying attention to all details, we had pasta, pizza and great meat cuts no to mention the appetizers. We were a group of 8 peopple and we all were so pleased with the great food balance in flavor and consistency. 5 starts to the kitchen and front of the house!
SS
SusyS
Orange County
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place. I would definitely go back !!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
I had the veal dish and the veal had not been trimmed so it had sinew and globs of fat attached
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first time at IL Corso. Excellent food and service. Celebrated a birthday and received one of the best chocolate gelatos (house made) that we have had.
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jrobos
Hawaii
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
5 of us had dinner at Il Corso, which once again proved to have good food and service. The wait staff is well trained and attentive. The menu includes a wide selection of apps, salads, meat, fish, pasta dishes. Everyone found something they liked on the menu and everyone enjoyed their meals. The restaurant is in an easy location downtown with a lot of parking nearby and other venues to have a drink before or after dinner.
G
Guido
Las Vegas
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
We have really missed this place. We dined outdoors and the fairly breezy evening was very pleasant. The food is still excellent and the service is very, very good. Minus one star for using crappy maraschino cherries in my Manhattan. We had the fried calamari and grilled octopus as appetizers both were very tasty. We had spaghetti Aragosta, chicken parmesan (a daily special), veal saltimbocca, and veal marsala. All prepared very well and delicious. We were pretty stuffed and did not order desert.
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RobertA
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love coming to il Corso & especially when we have family or friends in town. Last night was no exception. Outstanding. Jesus was our waiter & took care of our every need. The food was fabulous. We all loved everything. Thank you to all of the il Corso Staff.
MS
MikeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
No dessert menu? Waiter said 4 items available, one of which after repeating several times could not understand because of accent. Then asked if gelato was available in addition, it was and we got it, delicious. But he didn’t even offer it at first till we asked specifically. If there is a dessert menu, he was not gonna bring it to us
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
Overall food quality was average, i expected more, they put us at a table right next to the kitchen and we had to ask to move because of the noise from the kitchen. Service was also very average
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
Over priced for what seems a fairly simple menu.
KP
KatieP
Hawaii
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Lovely evening on patio. Waiter was prompt, attentive. Homeless person right next to our table was a distraction but she left shortly. Zucchini flowers were not hot enough. Risotto and ravioli were very good!
MA
MASH
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful service and delicious food. Thank you
F
Foodie
Palm Springs
104 reviews
vip
4.0
104 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience5
Our evening was great except for Jose Luis. Not a good waiter at all. There were 4 of us and we all had the same feeling. He was there when you didnt want him and not there when you wanted him. He hovered over us like an eagle after he put the check down. Waiting for it to be signed immediately. He was in general "annoying" First time there I have ever had bad service.
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Sfont2351
New York Area
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and ambiance were a 10! We will be back.

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
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Il Corso - Palm Springs offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 656-3770.

Il Corso - Palm Springs is rated 4.6 stars by 1029 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

May 26, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

9:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(760) 656-3770

111 N Palm Canyon Drive Suite 180 Palm Springs, CA 92262

Additional information

Cross street
TAQUITZ AVENUE
Neighborhood
Palm Springs
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
CHEF MARIO MARFIA
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ilcorsodining.com/
Phone number
(760) 656-3770
Catering
Come celebrate your special occasion while enjoying your favorite Italian dishes... Just bring in your friends and we will take care of the rest. Tutti finesse a tarallucci e vino! Having an offsite event? Let us come to you. We can bring all of the best that Italy has to offer. Impress your company with our handmade pasta, signature dishes, delicious cocktails and homemade desserts.

Il Corso - Palm Springs

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Calamari Fritti

Risotto ai Porcini

Marinara

Antipasti

Asparagi alla Valdostana$18.00

Pomodori e Burrata$16.00

Polpette di Carne$13.00

Carpaccio di Manzo$15.00

Prosciutto e Melone$18.00

Tagliere Siciliano$18.00

Polpo alla Griglia$18.00

Tris Fumé di Pesce$18.00

Cozze alla Livornese$18.00

Calamari alla Griglia$18.00

Zuppe e Insalate

Zuppe e Insalateraviolini in Brodo$10.00

Minestra di Verdure Miste$9.00

Zuppa Calurese$15.00

Insalata di Bietole$12.00

Insalata di Carciofi$14.00

Insalata di Spinaci$14.00

Insalata Panzanella$16.00

Insalata Tricolore$14.00

Paste e Risotti

Trofie al Ragu' Genovese$24.00

Rigatoni alla Norma$24.00

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$22.00

Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci$26.00

Pappardelle alla Bolognese$24.00

Tagliatelle all'Emiliana$24.00

Busiate Buonfornello$22.00

Spaghetti alle Vongole$28.00

Linguini Neri allo Scoglio$29.00

Risotto ai Porcini$32.00

Pesce e Carne

Pollo alla Romana$26.00

Pollo Vesuvio$28.00

Vitello alla Milanese$30.00

Scottadito D'agnello alla Griglia$34.00

Filetto al Pepe Verde$34.00

Vitello alla Pizzaiola$30.00

Pesce Spada alla Palermitana$32.00

Grigliata Mista di Pesce$38.00

Speciali

Bistecca ai Ferri$40.00

Costata alla Ferrarese$45.00

Bavette All'astice$42.00

Branzino Isolana$38.00

Sogliola al Forno$48.00

Sides

Vegetables

Julienne Vegetables

Spinach Green Beans

Fries

Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Potatoes

Side Pasta

Marinara

Garlic Oil

Butter Arrabbiata

Alfredo

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