Best Thai Restaurants in Bangkok

Thailand Tatler

AMONTRE

 

On the ground floor of Fraser Suites serviced apartments, Amontre adopts the cosmopolitan image of the host building with its sleek minimalist interiors and hip background music.
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Style: International/Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2359-9667-8
Fraser Suites, 55 South Sat horn RD, Bangkok 10120

ANGELINA PARIS

 

White-cloth tables and comfortable chairs create a classy, whitepicket- fence feel. If you don't mind the ladies' clothing section of the department store that surrounds it then you're game for a relaxing, creative and enjoyable eat.
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Style: Thai/French
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2793-7793
3/fl Central Chidlom , 1027 Ploenc hit Rd, Bangkok 10330

ANNA'S

 

Pale yellow walls, black-and-white photographs of old Bangkok in gilded frames and white tablecloths highlight an airy, light and uplifting restaurant.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Necessary Tel: 0-2632-0619
118 Soi Saladaeng, Silom, Bangkok 10500

ANOTHER HOUND

 

This more polished sister of the ubiquitous Greyhound Cafe maintains the same relaxed attitude but with more sophisticated flourishes such as cheeky chandeliers and tufted sofas
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Style: Thai/Italian
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2129-4409
1st fl, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

B RESTO

 

This friendly restaurant, done out in orange and black, features two floors of seating for full-blown meals or late-night snacks. There is little or no parking nearby.
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Style: Thai/Italian
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2640-1377
27/13 Soi Rangnam, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400

BAAN KHANITHA

 

Located in a grand, converted Thai house, this restaurant is decorated with antique furniture and numerous paintings.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2675-4200-1
69 South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

BAAN KLANG NAM

 

Baan Klang Nam offers rustic, atmospheric dining on wooden platforms over the Chao Phraya itself. The river view, especially at night, is delightful.
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Style: Thai/Seafood
Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2292-0175
288 Rama III Soi 14, Bangkhlo, Bangkok 10120

BAN CHIANG

 

A charming, fading wooden two-storey house from the 50s set in a lush garden. A folksy, cosy room is filled with dusty knick-knacks while the largely western diners appreciatively tuck in at marble-top tables et with elephant-patterned tablecloths. Outdoor dining is also available.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2236-7045, 0-2266-6994
14 Soi Sriviang, Surasak Road, Bangkok 10500

BASIL

 

Hip, stylish designing makes this small, modern restaurant the place to unwind amid a colour scheme of white, black and golden. One wall displays Thai lacquerware. Dining tables include hammered-chrome tabletops. Big plants and a wood floor lend simplicity to the ambience.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2649-8366
SHERATON GRANDE SUKHUMVIT, 250 SUKHUMVIT ROAD, BANGKOK 10110

BLUE ELEPHANT

 

A four-storey colonial-style mansion, with warm woods and elegant Thai decor, both classy and cosy.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for lunch, necessary for dinner Tel: 0-2673-9353
233 South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

BURITARA

 

Outdoor and indoor seating on the river in very hip, yet casual surroundings. Great at sundown.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2682-9457
762/2 Rama III Rd, Bangkok 10120

CAFE CHILLI

 

A spacious room decorated with wrought-iron birdcages, kites and wooden tables. The outdoor terrace, with burbling pond and folk music, makes Bangkok seem far away.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended on Friday-Sunday Tel: 0-2610-9877-8
Siam Paragon, 991 rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

CAFE ICE

 

A choice of indoor and open-air settings in a quiet soi off busy Sathorn Road. The paintings on the wall are for sale.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2636-7373
44/2 Pipat Soi 2, Sathorn Soi 8, Bangkok 10500

CELADON

 

Designed by American-based Ed Tuttle, the hotel has won countless awards for its interiors. Following a refurbishment, Celadon exudes a simple yet luxury Thai ambience. Thai salas surrounded by lotus ponds, exotic cutlery and stylishly-outfitted waiters make the place exquisite to dine in.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2344-8888
Sukhothai Hotel, 13/3 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120

CHARLIE'S

 

Formerly Anna's Cafe, this bright and airy eatery has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, ideal for family dining.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: No dress code Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2678-0092
236 Soi Srinakorn, Nang Lynchee Rd, Bangkok 10120

CHARM THAI

 

This contemporary Thai restaurant exudes relaxation from the light-coloured wood furniture. The open kitchen lends a lively feel as chefs dexterously prepare the dishes. Things can get hectic on days when there is a business conference though.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2656-1555
HOLIDAY INN BANGKOK,971 PLOENCHIT ROAD, BANGKOK 10330

COFFEE BEANS BY DAO

 

A large, two-storey, glass-fronted room, with some seating outside. The entrance area includes a mini delicatessen. The main room is illed with wooden tables and big upholstered chairs.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2254-7780, 0-2254-7117
20/12-15 Ruamrudee Village, Soi Ruamrudee, Bangkok 10330

CONTRAZI

 

A two-storey house with modern Italian decor that offers diners indoor seating or al fresco on the patio.
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Style: Thai/Italian
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2254-5995
19 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok 10110

CURRIES & MORE BY BAAN KHANITHA

 

Traditional Thai house with cutting-edge interior marked by lots of glass, modern art and views over the surrounding garden.
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Style: Thai/European
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommneded Tel: 0-2253-5408-9
63/3 Ruamrudee Soi 3, Bangkok 10330

DEVA

 

The new outlet by celebrity chef ML Kwantip Devakul is light, airy and modern, with orange and olive tones throughout.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2662-5427
32/1 Sukhumvit Soi 39, Bangkok 10110

ERAWAN TEA ROOM

 

Designed in a plantation-style colonial manner, and located in the luxury Bangkok Erawan shopping mall next to the Grand Hyatt Erawan, this inviting restaurant is ideal for lunch, dinner and relaxing afternoon high tea.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2254-1234
GRAND HYATT ERAWAN BANGKOK, 494 RAJDAMRI RD, BANGKOK 10330

FLAVA

 

Eclectic decor with mosaics, lock paper and stripey carpet adorning the walls, and indirect, orangey lighting remind you that youre in the Bangkok manifestation of a New York boutique hotel. Say hello to the blue-and-white tiger.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2254-8500
Dream Hotel Bangkok, 10 Sukhumvit Soi 15, Bangkok 10110

GALLERY CAFE

 

An elegant wood-floored building with a high ceiling, tastefully decorated with antique tables, chairs and wall hangings reflecting Thai, Indonesian and Central Asian themes.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2237-860
86-100 Charoen Krung Soi 30, Bangkok 10500

GIALONG CUISINE

 

Gialong can be rather difficult to find if you are not a frequent shopper at Central World, so make sure you call in advance for the exact location. The decor is in white and green, and contemporary rather than Thai or Vietnamese in style.
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Style: Vietnamese/Thai
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2255-9654, 0-2255-9656
6th Fl, Central World, Rajdamri Rd, Bangkok

GREYHOUND CAFE

 

Pounding music emphasises a postindustrial, 1980s look, but the exposed pipes along the white ceiling and walls are softened by a wood-panelled central area. It has comfortable seating and good lighting.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: No Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2664-8663
2nd fl, Emporium shopping complex, 622 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110

GROOVE ROOM

 

This glass-encased two-storey venue with a wrap-around balcony is more of a night pub rather than a restaurant. Decorated in bare concrete, iron framework and comfy couches on the inside. The outside is a relaxing green area with a small pond and a fountain.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2391-4350, 0-2711-6639
584 sukhumvit Soi 63, Bangkok 10110

HARMONIQUE

 

This quaint little house is set in the courtyard of an old mansion and just oozes character. There is indoor seating as well as small open-air dining areas, each like a small museum of Thai antiques.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart/casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2237-8175, 0-2630-6270
22 Charoenkrung Soi 34, Bangkok 10500

INDUS

 

Indus replaced the Whole Earth late in 2005. Occupying a house with an enchanting garden, the venue features a modern cafe/deli at the front, an Indian/Thai restaurant in the main body, function rooms upstairs and a chic Indo-Moroccan chill-out bar at the back. Sandstone walls, cast iron light fittings, antique wooden doors and creative garden lighting create a magical aura.
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Style: Thai/Deli
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2258-4900
71 Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok 10110

KALPAPRUEK ON FIRST

 

An airy, spacious restaurant that offers a relaxing and trendy atmosphere. Sit on posh sofas, hard steel chairs or one of the wooden benches that give a great view of Sukhumvit.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2664-8410/1
1st fl, Emporium Shopping Complex, 622 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110

KINNAREE

 

The greenery and peaceful ambience is a welcome contrast to the busy street outside. It is furnished in a Thai style, with tasteful table settings.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2256-0328
43 Sukhumvit Soi 8, Bangkok 10110

KUPPA

 

With floor-to-ceiling windows and concrete floors, Kuppa is a chic and modern restaurant set in a loft-style house.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2663-0450-1, 0-2258-0194-5
39 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Bangkok 10110

LAN NA THAI

 

Thai setting in a complex of traditional teak houses that were reassembled from components sourced from around the country.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2713-6048-9
29 SUKHUMVIT SOI 38, BANGKOK 10110

LE CAFE SIAM

 

A lovely old wooden house, with cool tiled floors and photographs hung haphazardly on the yellow walls. Alternatively, there's plenty of space on the patio.
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Style: Thai/French
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2671-0030
4 Soi Sri Aksorn, Chua Ploeng Rd, Bangkok 10120

LO-SHU

 

The combination of water features and video screens, coupled with low seats, dim lights and occasionally intrusive music, is designed to follow the precepts of feng shui, to which Lo-Shu adheres.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2259-6771
110/1 Sukhumvit Soi 23, Bangkok 10110

LONG TABLE

 

A 76-foot-long table runs the length of the restaurant, with seating arranged in pods. A trendy bar leads to an open terrace.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2302-2557-9
Column Tower Building, 48 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Bangkok 10110

MAHANAGA

 

This beautiful house with Moroccan-style interior, pleasant garden and cosy bar is the ideal setting for a romantic dinner or an informal gathering with friends.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2662-3060
2 Sukhumvit Soi 29, Bangkok 10110

MANNA

 

Dining inside offers a clean, uncluttered feel; the outside wine bar looks onto the pond.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2129-4553-5
G Fl, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama I Rd, bangkok 10330

NAJ

 

An elegant, three-storey Rama V-era house with interesting Thai art and carvings, plus an attractive paved terrace.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2632-2811-3
42 Convent Rd, Silom, Bangkok 10500

NARA

 

Located on the lower floor of the Erawan Bangkok mall, the restaurant is a popular lunch spot for business people in the area.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual Reservations: Necessary Tel: 0-2250-7707
Eerawan bangok, 494 rajdamri rd, Bangkok 10330

ONCE UPON A TIME

 

Dine in a pleasant old wooden house, decorated with photos from the studio that shares the premises; or in a garden leafy enough to shut out the soi outside.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2252-8629
32 Petchburi Soi 17, Bangkok 10400

PANDANUS

 

Pandanus has plenty of cosy corners, whether in the garden or inside, or upstairs for drinking and music at night.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Necessary Tel: 0-22874021-2
50 Soi Nunta, Sathorn Soi 1, Bangkok 10120

PATARA

 

Patara has moved to a traditional Thai house at the end of a soi in trendy Thonglor. Choose a nice table with a garden view, or maybe a comfortable sofa.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2185 2960-1
375 Thonglor Soi 19, Sukhumvit Soi 55, Bangkok 10110

PROVENCE

 

Bright with parasols and colourful indoor plants, the interior of this eatery suggests contemporary Thai meets sunny Provence. it offers a relaxing casual ambience.
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Style: Thai/Mediterranean
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2652-1399
Peninsula Plaza, 153 Rajdamri Rd, Bangkok 10330

RUEN MALLIKA

 

Decorated in a traditional Thai style, the restaurant is located in a two-storey wooden house with a lush, peaceful garden. Seating can be inside with air-conditioning or in the garden.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: No Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2663-3211-2
189 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Bangkok 10110

RUEN URAI

 

A reconstructed Thai teak house in the garden of the Rose Hotel, Ruen Urai is an oasis of calm, hidden from the bustle of Surawongse.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2266-8268-72
118 Suriwongse Rd, Bangkok 10500

SECRET GARDEN

 

Secret Garden is decorated in the style of a pretty English tea room. There is a coffee shop near the front of the entrance, and the main restaurant is located at the back with seating both inside and out.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2286-2464
117/1 South Sathorn Rd, Bangkok 10120

SUAN THIP

 

In a lush, riverside garden, Suan Thip (enchanting Eden) certainly lives up to its name. A place where local residents bring their foreign visitors for the Thai dining experience in an outdoor pavilion, surrounded by shrubs, flowers and trees.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Not necessary Tel: 0-2583-4540-2, 0-2583-3748
17/9 Sukhaprac hasan 2 rd, Pa kkred, Nonthaburi 11120

SUPATRA RIVER HOUSE

 

On the Thonburi bank of the Chao Phraya, the restaurant offers al fresco riverside dining and air-conditioned seating in an old Thai-style house.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2411-0305
266 Soi Wat Rakhang, Arun Amarin Rd, Bangkok 10700

TALING PLING

 

Located in a converted house surrounded by old trees, Taling Pling has a warm, relaxed ambience, with wooden tables and comfortable chairs in bright, bold colours.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2234-4872, 0-2236-4825
60 Pun Rd, Silom, Bangkok 10500

THANYING

 

Tucked away from the bustle of Silom, Thanying is made up of three dining rooms in an old home filled with fantastic antiques and royal relics.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2236-4361
10 Pramuan Rd, silom, Bangkok 10500

THE DECK BY THE RIVER

 

Perfect for those in search of a romantic place to dine, the deck overlooks the Chao Phraya River and offers indoor seating as well as a terrace for al-fresco dining.
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Style: European/Thai
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2221-9158
36-38 Soi Pratu Nok Yung, Maharat Rd, Bangkok 10200

THE GARDEN

 

This out-of-the-way restaurant occupies the sixth floor of a small serviced apartment block close to Bitec exhibition centre. It has a delightful garden terrace area that is ideal for sitting outside on cooler evenings.
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Style: International/Thai
Dress code: Casual but no shorts Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2361-7881
Executive Residence, Udomsuk soi 18, Sukhumvit soi 103, Bangkok 10260

THOMPSON

 

Part of the Jim Thompson House and Art Centre, opposite the National Stadium. Dine inside for a Thai contemporary ambience or alfresco around the house's koi pond.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2612-3601
6 Kasemsan Soi 2, Rama I Rd, Bangkok 10330

WANARA EATERY

 

The decor is a chic blend of traditional Thai feel and contemporary style. The outdoor section is great for the cooler months.
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Style: Thai/International
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended for dinner Tel: 0-2695-4242
Tenface , 81 Ruamrudee soi 2, Bangkok 10330

WYNDHAM THAI

 

Decorated in a Thai contemporary style, the eatery reflects the menu. Modern furniture and artistic photos with traditional Thai decorative items is a stylish combination.
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Style: Thai
Dress code: Smart casual Reservations: Recommended Tel: 0-2258-1783
G Fl, Somerset Lake Point, 41 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Bangkok 10110

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