Modo Mio - Newport Coast

Name: Modo Mio - Newport Coast
Address: 7946 East Coast Highway, Newport Coast, CA, United States, 92657
Telephone: (949) 497-9770
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2363 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Dining at Modo Mio is a delight, thanks to the efforts of owners Phil and Linda Crowley and their talented staff. From the moment diners are greeted, as they enter the Newport Coast, California location, they are enveloped into a haven of warmth and hospitality. The Modo Hospitality Group is dedicated to creating and serving superb Northern Italian specialties, to their devoted clientele, in an ambiance that is both inviting and relaxing. You truly are family at Modo Mio.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(949) 497-9770

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(949) 497-9770
Website
http://www.modomiocucinarustica.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party contact
Sabrina Salamone: (949) 228-0616

Location
7946 East Coast Highway, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Modo Mio*$11.00
Mixed baby greens, tomato, fennel, fresh mozzarella in balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar$10.00
Chopped romaine, grated parmesan, herbed croutons and Caesar dressing
Italiana$12.00
Chopped romaine lettuce, prosciutto, mortadella, mushrooms, Roma tomatoess, Provolone cheese, Caesar and balsamic dressing
Frutta$12.00
Fresh arugula, pear, kiwi and sweet corn in lemon vinaigrette
Tricolore$12.00
Radicchio, arugula, Belgian endive and shaved parmesan in balsamic vinaigrette
Verde$8.00
Mixed baby greens, Roma tomatoess and balsamic vinaigrette
Burrata*$12.00
Thinly sliced heirloom tomatoess, arugula, fresh burrata cheese and aged balsamic
Spinaci$12.00
Fresh spinach, dried cranberries, sliced apples, toasted almonds, bacon, green onions in a Caesar and balsamic dressing

Appetizers

Caprese Pomodoro$11.00
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil
Antipasto$12.00
Assorted Italian charcuterie, marinated artichokes and provolone
Mosaic$10.00
Roasted peppers, goat cheese, sun dried tomatoes
Carpaccio$12.00
Thinly sliced filet mignon topped with arugula and shaved parmesan
Shrimp Scampi$16.00
Large prawns sautéed in white wine, lemon and garlic, served with grilled tomato and arugula
Calamaretti*$12.00
Sautéed calamari in a light tomato sauce with black olives, capers, garlic and basil
Zuppa Gamberi$12.00
Shrimp and clams in a tomato broth with fresh herbs
Zuppa Del Giorno$8.00
Soup of the day

Pasta

Gluten-free quinoa and corn penne pasta available upon request for a $2.50 additional charge

Verdure (Vegetarian)

Melanzane*$16.00
Rigatoni with tomatoess, eggplant, and marinara, topped with shaved parmesan
Ortolana$16.00
Angel hair pasta with fresh vegetables, served in a light tomato sauce
Gnocchi$17.00
Fresh made gnocchi served in our famous Modo Mio sauce; tomato, pesto and cream sauce
Lasagna Verdure$17.00
Hand made pasta, layered with minced fresh vegetables, herbed ricotta and marinara; topped with provolone
Tre Funghi$18.00
Homemade spinach tagliatelle tossed with Portobello, shiitake and white mushrooms in a garlic and white wine sauce

Carne (Meat)

Bolognese$17.00
Homemade tagliatelle in a meat sauce of ground beef and pork with tomato, and minced vegetables
Pignoli$18.00
Penne pasta with free range chicken, broccoli, sun dried tomato, pine nuts and our famous Modo Mio sauce, tomato, pesto and cream sauce
Salsiccie$18.00
Whole grain fusilli pasta with sausage, Kalamata olives, capers, tomato, basil and asparagus, and marinara
Lasagna Carne$19.00
Handmade spinach pasta, layered with ground beef and pork and, herbed ricotta and marinara, topped with provolone
Costatine*$19.00
Slow roasted short rib ragu tossed with vegetables and handmade pappardelle

Pesce (Fish)

Cartoccio*$24.00
Shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari tossed with spaghetti and a light tomato sauce
Vongole$18.00
Fresh clams sautéed in white wine, garlic and onion, tossed with linguine
Salmone Vodka
Fresh pappardelle with salmon, pink vodka sauce, fresh tomato and basil
- Fresh Salmon$18.00
- Smoked Salmon$19.00

Risotto

Dell'orto$16.00
Slow cooked Arborio rice tossed with fresh lemon, carrots, zucchini, asparagus, peas and celery
- Add Grilled Salmon$24.00
Del Padre$18.00
Slow cooked Arborio rice tossed with sautéed free range chicken breast, asparagus and spinach
Pescatore*$24.00
Slow cooked Arborio rice with clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp in a light tomato sauce

Ravioli

Dello Chef$17.00
Handmade ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and spinach in a pink sauce
Pollo$18.00
Handmade ravioli filled with chicken breast, ricotta and fresh spinach, served in a roasted Roma tomato sauce
Zucca*$18.00
Handmade ravioli filled with butternut squash, ricotta cheese in a butter and sage sauce

Meat and Fish

Meat and Fish
Served with roasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables or your choice of penne or linguine pasta with marinara or oil/garlic or + $2 Bolognese

Pollo (Chicken)

Battuta$19.00
Sautéed free-range breast of chickenwith white wine, lemon, herbs and capers
Diavola$19.00
Free-range chicken breast sautéed with stone ground mustard and balsamic vinegar
Siciliana*$19.00
Breaded free-range chicken breast sautéed with lemon, white wine, capers, chili flakes and Marsala
Valdostana$24.00
Free range breast of chicken, spinach, provolone cheese, prosciutto in a Marsala wine, tomato sauce

Vitello (Veal)

Scaloppine Limone$25.00
Thinly pounded veal top round sautéed with lemon and white wine
Milanese$44.00
Pounded breaded veal chop, served with chopped arugula and Roma tomato
Griglia$27.00
Thinly pounded grilled veal medallions topped withsautéed Portobello mushrooms and onions in Marsala
Nodino Modo Mio*$46.00
Thick-cut, bone in veal chop, grilled and brushed with herbs and olive oil
Parmigiana Modo Mio
- Eggplant$18.00
- Chicken$22.00
- Veal$46.00

Carne (Meat)

Manzo$34.00
Premium 9-10oz. New York steak (whole or sliced), marinated with herbs and extra virgin olive oil
Agnello$29.00
Grilled lamb chops marinated with rosemary and garlic
Polpettone$22.00
Ground pork and beef Italian style meatloaf thinly sliced and topped with shiitake mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce

Pesce (Fish)

Salmone*$29.00
Sautéed wild salmon with white wine, lemon and capers
Cioppino$32.00
Clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari and salmon and seasonal white fish in a light tomato broth
Pesce Del Giorno
Fish of the day, as described by your server
- Q.m.

What 2,363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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MarcF
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We have been going to this restaurant for almost 15 years, returning whenever we vacation in the area. Food and service are always excellent. Menu offers a great variety of food and drink.
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Love the people, the food, and the place! Bravo!
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Dined on January 21, 2023
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Solid and tasty food selections. Not fancy or exotic, but darn tasty Italian fare. Wine cellar is uncommonly diverse and fantastic. Service is stellar. Always a great evening experience.
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Dined on January 21, 2023
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we went there and there was a screwup in our reservations. We asked for inside they gave us outside. That was only the beginning. We finally got served our meal one hour and 45 minutes after we arrived the service was very marginal and the food was was good. However, the wait time was terrible with no explanation and we complain to the manager. She explained that there were to cook sent to Staff missing, but never told us ahead of time and our expectations for Dasher.
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MMCJ
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1 review
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1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
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Used to have dinner here regularly came back after a few months and the food was tasteless, over cooked and poor quality. The service was terrible appetizer plate was still on the table when the dessert was served. There are so many wonderful restaurants in Newport Beach- go elsewhere.
RB
RonB
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48 reviews
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5.0
48 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Took some friends there for the 1st time. They loved it.
AT
AllisonT
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service was fantastic! Aldo was very friendly, helpful, and very much on top of things. Food was great, and we enjoyed celebrating a birthday here!
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Pacman
Orange County
50 reviews
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Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The low noise rating is for outside seating, which is very nice. Inside is noisy but the food and service is great. Monday and Tuesday no corkage, which is wonderful for those of us who have aging wine cellars and need to offload some great wines!
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Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service!
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Kerik
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience5
I used to come here often, this time i was very disappointed. The waiter didn't know the menu or the wine, neither did he provide us with the drink menu and forgot to take our appetizer order, and forgot to tell us the daily specials The carpaccio didn't have lemon, so felt very dry. The bread was cold, i remember it used to be served warm. The risotto was undercooked. And the gnocchi which is usually excellent just wasn't up to par. The burrata was Perfect. But yeah won't be coming back, til the quality of the food goes back to what it used to. Be
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1ClassChic
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Dined on January 15, 2023
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Disappointed Fish special was horrible. Fish was dry and mushy. Bartender screaming loud!! Why?
LC
LindaC
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Modo Mio! Haven't been in a few years, but we'll be back to regulars. Forgot how insanely delicious all the food was! Burrata was the best w've had! Bolognese, capellini (changed it to Modo Mio sauce which is heavenly). Chicken Siciliano was excellent, A bit of chili flakes give it just the perfect edge...I added the excess arugula from shrimp scampi appetizer and literally ate every bite. Portions were large (just right). Service was excellent, our waiter was friendly and perfect amount of attentiveness. We'll be back soon!
PM
PatM
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday. They did a great job helping us celebrate.
CW
CynthiaW
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely time at Modo Mio. Our server, Aldo, was fantastic, just the right amount of attentiveness and leaving us alone to talk. The food was great and very big portions. The noise was a bit loud, but otherwise fabulous.
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Boodaddy
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Very attentive and friendly service. Nice, bright, clean space. We will definitely be back.
EH
EdwardH
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1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was awesome! Service amazing, what a nice place for our anniversary!
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Kash
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21 reviews
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21 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
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Excellent food from fine menu choices. Service impeccable. Food plentiful.
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Foodierich
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42 reviews
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42 reviews
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Best Italian food and best wine list in Orange County. To top everything off, their servers are among the most knowledgeable and competent you'll ever find, and it's clear they love working there. Always a joy to eat here.
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IanM
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Fine Italian food with ample portions, pleasant surroundings once inside. Prices are fairly reasonable for this class of restaurant, and the quality of the cooking is always reliable, we have eaten here many times and never once have been disappointed. Fish is done particularly well, but a wide variety of beef, veal etc. is also available. Well-chosen wine list.
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I rated my experience four stars based on the great staff and the good food. The evening was fraught from the moment we arrived; waited 30 minutes for a table because there was only 1 server on the entire patio, waited another 30 to order a drink from a busser and another 30 for them to arrive. Total of 2 hours from arrival to plates on table. The staff was gracious and apologetic and when we finally got our food it was terrific. I withheld a star because the management clearly made the decision to take an overwhelming number of reservations and make the front staff deal with the mess that ensues when you prioritize profit over service and quality.
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denise
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9 reviews
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Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great. As aleays.
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JimD
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121 reviews
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121 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fantastic meal at Modo Mio! Consistently great food.
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StevenL
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Dined on December 28, 2022
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Our waitress, Alondra made our dining experience exceptional.
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Thomas
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30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service!! Such a great restaurant, we will certainly go again.
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Doe888
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1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent quality of food with very generous portions. Excellent service by Nicole.. loved the patio, seating, lighting, and heaters.
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Edson
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36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time dining here. Pasta dishes were excellent and the veal scallopini was fantastic. Attentive and friendly service. We will be back the next time we visit SoCal.
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Ca57
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1 review
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Christmas Eve dinner
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1 review
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1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated immediately. They filled our plates so full that we could not eat everything. The food tasted good and it is a top quality restaurant.
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PamelaF
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Dined on December 24, 2022
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LeaO
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1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience4
Food was very mediocre. We shared caprese for appetizer; it tasted exactly like what I make at home with store bought sliced mozzarella, nothing to write home about. Then my husband had lamb chops and I had fresh catch which was sea bass. The lamb was cooked to a perfect medium but unfortunately majorly lacked salt, easy fix but still… My fish was again cooked to perfection, very tender but the sauce it came with was totally overwhelming and overpowering the fish. Tiramisu for dessert was good. Service was very good, however, the waitress brought our check when we were still eating which made me feel a little rushed.
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JoeM
Orange County
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great to see and hear fellow diners enjoying the great Holiday ambience, in addition to the superb food and service in a delightful outdoor patio setup. Excellent wine selection.

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

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

FAQs

Modo Mio - Newport Coast offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 497-9770.

Modo Mio - Newport Coast is rated 4.8 stars by 2363 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

Jan 30, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(949) 497-9770

7946 East Coast Highway, Newport Coast, CA 92657

Additional information

Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Hours of operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.modomiocucinarustica.com/
Phone number
(949) 497-9770
Private party contact
Sabrina Salamone: (949) 228-0616

Featured in

100 Orange County Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Modo Mio - Newport Coast

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

100 Orange County Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Mushroom Puree

Chicken Siciliana

Spinach Salad

Salads

Modo Mio*$11.00

Caesar$10.00

Italiana$12.00

Frutta$12.00

Tricolore$12.00

Verde$8.00

Burrata*$12.00

Spinaci$12.00

Appetizers

Caprese Pomodoro$11.00

Antipasto$12.00

Mosaic$10.00

Carpaccio$12.00

Shrimp Scampi$16.00

Calamaretti*$12.00

Zuppa Gamberi$12.00

Zuppa Del Giorno$8.00

Pasta

Verdure (Vegetarian)

Melanzane*$16.00

Ortolana$16.00

Gnocchi$17.00

Lasagna Verdure$17.00

Tre Funghi$18.00

Carne (Meat)

Bolognese$17.00

Pignoli$18.00

Salsiccie$18.00

Lasagna Carne$19.00

Costatine*$19.00

Pesce (Fish)

Cartoccio*$24.00

Vongole$18.00

Salmone Vodka

Risotto

Dell'orto$16.00

Del Padre$18.00

Pescatore*$24.00

Ravioli

Dello Chef$17.00

Pollo$18.00

Zucca*$18.00

Meat and Fish

Meat and Fish

Pollo (Chicken)

Battuta$19.00

Diavola$19.00

Siciliana*$19.00

Valdostana$24.00

Vitello (Veal)

Scaloppine Limone$25.00

Milanese$44.00

Griglia$27.00

Nodino Modo Mio*$46.00

Parmigiana Modo Mio

Carne (Meat)

Manzo$34.00

Agnello$29.00

Polpettone$22.00

Pesce (Fish)

Salmone*$29.00

Cioppino$32.00

Pesce Del Giorno

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