Choose from our hand breaded fried fish, hand breaded fried calamari, our hand breaded fried shrimp or sauted shrimp. [74] In 2018, the Big Boy cost $6.49 in Michigan. [9] At that time, JB's Restaurants was based in Salt Lake City and had 80 restaurants, excluding the new acquisitions.[9]. Served with homemade biscuits and gravy, 2 eggs, green chilies and topped off with cheddar cheese. This article is about the general history of the Big Boy restaurant chain, including Big Boy Restaurant Group. We've been working hard to maintain the standard for such dishes in the area ever since, having recently been named a Zagat award-winning restaurant. It was the profits from these operations which allowed not only additional drive-ins, but operators to build modern restaurants with large pleasant dining rooms. Topped off with bacon and our homemade mac n' cheese. Review. Big Shef. *Tacos don't include any sides*, Served with salad and garlic bread. This restaurant Was owned by a local icon Zeke. Swig's story has been made even sweeter with Save The Cups. *Substitute one of your sides with our homemade soup of the day for an additional 1.85*. All sandwiches are served on a brioche bun. Why did Zeke's Restaurant close? In 1951, Bob Wian's original franchisee Dave Frisch developed a slightly different Big Boy character. Differences between the East and West Coast designs, including the statues, created confusion along the Ohio-Michigan border where Frisch's and Elias Brothers operated. All burgers are 8oz served on a brioche bun with a pickle spear, lettuce, tomato, and onions. 110 reviews #15 of 99 Quick Bites in Fort Worth $$ - $$$ Quick Bites American Seafood. [45][46] Smaller versions of the statues are sold as coin banks and bobblehead figures. [80], Originally, the Big Boy hamburger was the only common menu item required of all Big Boy franchisees. Winter storm in the West, Biden in Kyiv and a memorial for children lost in Turkeys earthquake. Pastrami, sauerkraut, 1000 island and your choice of cheese. Zeke's Restaurant 53 reviews Claimed Salad, Seafood, Cocktail Bars Edit Closed 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Hours updated 2 months ago See hours See all 149 photos 8 Reviews Southern Fish Fry Classic 3 Photos 2 Reviews Steak Frites Steak Sammie 2 Photos Location & Hours 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561 Edit business info Erika S. Before 1954, Parkette (Shoney's) used both versions, though never together. The serial sometimes called "King of the Giveaways"[21][52] once had distribution estimated at three million copies. Ham, turkey, bacon, tomatoes, onions, cheddar cheese, a boiled egg and your choice of dressing served on a bed of romaine lettuce. Zeke's Fish n Chips. You won't regret it! [62] In 1976, Shoney's began publishing their own series instead. [125], Unlike most modern franchises, the historic Big Boy franchisees differed somewhat from one another in pricing and menus. [87], Big Boy offers breakfast, burgers and sandwiches, salads, dinner combinations, and various desserts. Continue Reading 14 [advertisement]", "Burger King Resurrects Big Mac Clone, Complete With Third Bun", "Tucson To Tumwater: Tummy Teasers Are Twins", "Buckeyes and Burgers -- A long, fulfilling relationship", "Menu image at Franklin's Family Restaurants Reunion", "20th Anniversary Specials [Advertisement]", "Choose from a variety of 21 great sandwiches [Advertisement]", "Big Boy Founder Turns $350 into $225 Million Business", "Robert C. 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She ordered a medium cooked fillet which was undercooked, but very good. 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561-3187 +1 251-280-8008 Website Menu Closed now : See all hours See all (108) Ratings and reviews 235 RATINGS Food Service Value Details CUISINES Steakhouse, Bar, Seafood, Pub Meals Lunch, Dinner View all details about Location and contact 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561-3187 Website [277][278], Company-owned restaurants have also closed for under-performance.[279][280][281]. By 1979, there were more than a thousand Big Boy restaurants in the U.S. and Canada, and about 20 franchisees. Shoney's, Elias Brothers and Frisch'scharter franchiseescontrolled the vast majority. *Substitute one of your sides with our homemade soup of the day for an additional 1.85 *. Wow thanks so much for coming out to see us and bringing your friends! [86] Shoney's reintroduced the "Classic Double Decker", somewhat different than the Big Boy, about a decade after leaving. Frisch's now owns the "Big Boy" name in a defined four-state region and its franchisee Azar's closed in 2020. [58][note 6] For 17 years, starting in the mid-1970s, Manny Stallman drew the (Marriott) series,[59] followed by Bob Bindig who drew the series until 1995. Black beans, corn, tomatoes, onions, avocado, fried corn tortilla strips, and chipotle aioli served on a bed of romaine lettuce. The first JB's Big Boy opened there Please request if you would like your dressing on the side. Includes your choice of garlic parmesan fries, fire fries, spicy-sweet slaw or a side salad. Includes your choice of hash browns or home fries. Big Boy also operated (or planned to open) restaurants in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Brazil, the Philippines and Thailand. Closed now : See all hours. [285][286] In June 2021, it was reported that a Big Boy restaurant will open on July 14, 2021, in Germantown, Wisconsin, a Milwaukee suburb. [106][107], Several franchises also held Kentucky Fried Chicken franchises and sold that chicken in their Big Boy restaurants; these included Marc's,[108] McDowell's,[109][110] Lendy's and one or more Shoney's subfranchises. *Tacos dont include any sides*. Ecstatic that you enjoyed our Alabama Poutine topped with our signature Crawfish & Conecuh cream Gravy! Big Boy developed named franchisees in several ways. [note 12] The Big Boy hamburger originally called for a quarter pound (4ounces) of fresh ground beef, but later, franchisees were permitted to use frozen beef patties, and the minimum content reduced to a fifth of a pound to offset increasing food costs. Includes your choice of hash browns or home fries and toast or a flour tortilla. [38] Rather than modifying a typical statue, the Big Boy restaurants in Manistique[39][40] and St. Ignace,[41] Michigan display full scale moose statues dressed in checkered overalls with "Big Boy" printed across the chest. Franchise Information", "Big Boy Franchise Management Franchise Agreement", "George Abdow, co-founder of Springfield-area Abdow's Big Boy restaurant chain, dies at 82", "From the archives: Nostalgia on the menu", "Presenting the taste sensation you'll never forget! 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561 (251) 981-4044; We are open 7 days a week and fish year round! After the Marriott Corp. then owner of the Big Boy system refused granting additional territory, in 1984, JB's sued to leave Big Boy. On April 16, 2017, the last Big Boy restaurant in the city of Detroit closed. The wife and I went by early one evening to check things out. A classic quesadilla made with flour tortilla. The franchisees will also operate two Big Boy food trucks and plan to open additional Big Boy restaurants in southeastern Wisconsin over a three-year period. Transfer Agreement between The Liggett Restaurant Group and Frisch's Restaurants, Inc. 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[47] The three dimensional Big Boy figure was also used on early ash trays,[48] salt and pepper shakers,[49] wooden counter displays and as small unpainted pewter models. Cheddar, Pepper jack, Mozzarella, or Swiss, Mushrooms, jalapenos, green chilis, sauteed spinach, and grilled or fried onions, Tempura fried zucchini, tempura fried jalapenos, tempura fried onion rings, and crispy bacon. Many of the other former franchise owners (Shoney's, particularly) have expanded into the former territories of other franchise holders. Choice of Parmesan garlic fries or fire fries. Customize your own 3 egg omelette with your favorite toppings. Chicken dipped in hot sauce and topped with bacon and our homemade mac n' cheese. [64] After 75 issues, it became Shoney's Fun and Adventure Magazine introducing a Shoney's mascot ("Uncle Ed" bear) in place of Big Boy, allowing it to serve Shoney's non-Big Boy restaurants. Burgers. In 2018, Big Boy was sold to a group of Michigan investors and renamed Big Boy Restaurant Group, with David Crawford as chairman, CEO, and co-owner of the new company. Larger chocolate chip cookie topped off with fresh strawberries, chocolate syrup, strawberry syrup, and a scoop of ice cream. Big Boy's origins as a drive-in restaurant, required a much smaller investment to open and much lower costs to operate: a small building having no dining room or limited counter space. [261] In May 2020, the first Thai Big Boy restaurant opened in Bangkok, operated as a delivery only service due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the 1950s and 1960s, the emphasis changed from drive-in restaurant to coffee shop and family restaurant. "[90] If some disruption occurred at a restaurant, such as a new manager or renovation, Wian would postpone advertising until operations would return to his standards. I ordered a medium rare ribeye which turned We spent a February week on the Gulf and generally went out to lunch each day. This motivated a common Big Boy mark, derived with elements of both predecessors, (B) and (C). What happened to the restaurant that Gordon Ramsay walked away from? Mozzarella cheese, sliced ham, your choice of grilled or crispy chicken breast and topped off with our homemade alfredo sauce. Top any of these items with strawberries, bananas, or chocolate chips for an additional 1.50. [note 3]. 3 scrambled eggs, diced onions, jalapeo, tomatoes, and your choice of chorizo, bacon, sausage, ham, or thinly sliced prime rib. [275] However, in the same month, Big Boy added a new franchisee, an existing restaurant reopening as a Big Boy, in Woodhaven, Michigan. We came on a Monday night even though they was busy we was sat & greeted immediately by the sweetest server, Sarah M Made our visit so enjoyable. Come back soon! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! Robert Liggett, Jr. (Chairman, 20002018). All omelettes include your choice of hash browns or home fries, and your choice of toast, dollar cakes, or biscuits and gravy. JB's Family Restaurants was founded in 1961 by Jack M. Broberg as JB's Big Boy, a Big Boy restaurants affiliate, in Provo, Utah. Alternatively, you may use, There are newer reviews for Zeke's Restaurant, I went to zekes with my family tonight and had anamzing experience. After Wian left, some Big Boy operators began to question the value of their franchise.[95][96][97]. Your choice of cheese topped with bacon, avocado, jalapeno cilantro aioli. Zeke's Restaurant, Manager at Zeke's Restaurant, responded to this review. I was visiting friends that recently moved to the area and a friend from FL drove up to meet me here. [Advertisement]", "Bob's Fried Chicken Special [Advertisement]", "Hot Shoppes Picnic to Go-Go [Advertisement]", "Super Season Special: Taste the difference fresh makes", "A Thanksgiving Menu That's Really Stuffed! [264], A previous franchise briefly operated at the beginning of the 21st century with three Big Boy restaurants in Bangkok and one in the southern beach town of Pattaya, but the business ultimately failed because the native Thai customers did not understand nor appreciate American-style food at that time. In 2002, Tony Matar, a Big Boy franchisee in Canton, Michigan was cited in violation of local sign ordinances. This delicious burrito contains: 3 scrambled eggs, onions, cheese, jalapenos, refried beans, and your choice of chorizo, bacon, sausage, ham, or thinly sliced prime rib. 476 West White Mountain Blvd.Lakeside, AZ 85929. She ordered a medium cooked fillet which was undercooked, but very good. In 1995, the holding company changed its name to Summit Family Restaurants Inc. just before selling itself to CKE Restaurants for $34.5 million in cash and stock. [132] Big Boy Restaurant Group franchise agreements are not renewable but new agreements are required.[127]. Shoes were added to Washam's bare-footed Big Boy sketch. "[69] [emphasis added]. [62] In July 1969, the versions merged, and a fluffy brown haired Big Boy appeared. Share. His first dish boiled shrimp is tough to eat, Candace tells Gordon that shrimps are fresh frozen. Blackberry's Before Kitchen Nightmares Plainfield, New Jersey is a middle-class city with a strong sense of community. [19] Other than the Galaxy Diner, no evidence can be found if any of the JB's restaurants had reopened after the 2019 bankruptcy filing. Greg and Mary divorced and he remarried waitress Maria. Tossed in your choice of hot or honey BBQ sauce. I wish we had chosen Zeke's first; we would have come back each day of the week rather than endure those other places. [50], Gigantic air inflatable Big Boy figures are available and typically used for restaurant openings and special promotions, where permitted. [13], Immediately after Liggett's purchase, Big Boy Restaurants Internationalthen known as Liggett Restaurant Enterprisesnegotiated an agreement with the other large franchise operator, Frisch's Restaurants. Includes your choice of hash browns or home fries and your choice of toast, dollar cakes, or biscuits and gravy. Choose from sauteed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, and green chilies. Fresh Creative Foods Full Liquor Bar Craft Beers. [14][15][note 2] Thus Frisch's is no longer a franchisee, but Big Boy Restaurant Group and Frisch's are now independent co-registrants of the Big Boy name and trademark. All chicken sandwiches include your choice of grilled or Mr. Zekes hand-breaded crispy chicken. Your choice of one side. No canned meat here. In the late 1960s, both characters were redrawn to appear similar, incorporating the checkered outfit, pompadour and hamburger above the raised arm from the West Coast design, and the running pose and direction of the East Coast design. Demonstrators east of Gaza City and near the border fence with Israel carry Palestinian flags during a protest of a deadly Israeli military raid in the West Bank city of Nablus. The novel hamburger started as a joke. Choice of parmesan garlic fries or fire fries. As of 2014, Big Boy Restaurant Group charged a $40,000 franchise fee, and an ongoing 4% royalty and up to 3% advertising fees based on weekly gross revenue. Includes 2 slices of crispy bacon or 1 sausage patty. Daryll and Ellen opened LUCA Eats in New Orleans in 2016 and reviews are excellent. Ogun Sever Okur, 38, places a balloon symbolizing the last toy of a dead child after a 6.4-magnitude earthquake on Feb. 20 that followed by two weeks a 7.8-magnitude temblor that struck near Gaziantep and killed more than 44,000 people in Turkey. However, Alex Shoenbaum founded the original Parkette in 1947 and became a Big Boy franchise in 1952. All Eggs benedict include your choice of hash browns or home fires. [10] At the time of the sale, Summit had operated or franchised 104 JB's family-style restaurants, six Galaxy Diners and 16 HomeTown Buffet restaurants. Deep in debt, Ramsay discovered a lengthy menu with more than 100 dishes on it, many of which were bland or too garlicy. OPEN 7:00 AM - WEDNESDAY THRU MONDAY. [118] Franchisees were permitted to subfranchise; these early subfranchisees often used their own name and operated independently: Frisch's licensed Azar's, and Manners; Shoney's licensed Adler's, Arnold's, Becker's, Elby's, Lendy's, Shap's, Tune's, and Yoda's. In 2018, Big Boy was sold to a group of Michigan investors and renamed Big Boy Restaurant Group. Follow Us On Instagram; Book Online. Frisch's Big Boy hamburgers are sold at two of the park's concession booths. Wian used a sesame seed bun while Frisch's used a plain bun and included pickles. [105] Two Express stores were built, offered for sale a year later and closed in 1995. Awesome! The dockside seating was beautiful, quality of the fish was outstanding and the spicy paloma very refreshing. Attack on Titan will conclude Eren's . In 1955, Bob Wian hired Manfred Bernhard, son of graphic designer Lucian Bernhard,[8]:12 to create a new public image for Big Boy. Topped with parmesan and fresh parsley. One of the larger franchise operators, Elias Brothers, purchased the chain from Marriott in 1987, moved the headquarters of the company to Warren, Michigan, and operated it until bankruptcy was declared in 2000. Our homemade chilaquiles made with red sauce, queso fresco and an over easy egg. What happened to the chefs from zekes? [289], Big Boy Restaurants International tried a new fast casual concept known as Big Boy's Burgers and Shakes. And be a good neighbor in the community. This page was last edited on 28 February 2023, at 13:30. Hi Jeff and thank you for giving us your feedback. [65][66] After 63 issues, the Big Boy Magazine was itself cancelled in 2008. But, after Zeke dies after hurricane Katrina, the restaurant was directionless. 3 of our amazing surf and turf tacos served with steak. From the comic books children could also join the Big Boy Club, a kids' club offering them free Big Boy hamburgers,[53] decoder cards,[53] pin-back buttons[54] and other premiums. Artisan Liquors Gluten Free Options Breakfast from $2.99 Lunch from $4.50 Dinner from $9.99 Happy Hours. Chicken dipped in hot sauce topped with your choice of cheese, grilled onions, bacon, avocado, and tempura fried jalapenos. Zeke's Restaurant closed in October 2012, which is nearly two years after the visit from Gordon Ramsay, though only 16 months after the Zeke's Kitchen Nightmares episode aired on TV. It appears that they may have closed as Ellen was diagnosed with cancer according to the LUCA Eats website. [69] Demand for "the special" soared but Wian sought a "snappy" name, which became Big Boy. Five tomato slices, five fresh mozzarella cheese slices, and five fresh basil leaves.All topped off with rosemary basil vinaigrette and two slices of garlic bread. All burgers are 8oz served on a brioche bun with a pickle spear, lettuce, tomato, and onions. [9][98][99][100] However, some items might be prepared at the restaurants daily, such as soups and breading of seafood and onion rings. [18] In June 2019, the company abruptly closed the doors of all of its restaurants and deactivated its website. Besides the Big Boy hamburger and its construction, he attributed most of his success and that of his franchisees to following these rules. Hansen said Strange was a member of the Chuck Foster Orchestra. Smack in the middle of town is a restaurant called Blackberry's. Run by a . [119][120] (An eastern Pennsylvania Elby's franchisee briefly operated as Franklin's Big Boy before dropping Big Boy.). 5920 Curzon Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107-5012 +1 817-731-3321 Website Menu. [1] Broberg chose the location because many students at Brigham Young University in Provo came from Southern California where Big Boy was popular, as well as the need for a family restaurant in the Provo area. In this sense it is confusing when referring to a chain, as each named franchisee was itself a chain and Big Boy could be considered a chain of chains. Big Boy built its last drive-in in 1964 and by 1976, only 5 of the chain's 930 restaurants offered curb service. Jack's Waterfront is a lakeside seafood restaurant owned by three body builders Bill, Tammer and Scott. Amy's Baking Company is the only restaurant, in both the U.S. and U.K. versions of the show, that did not . By comparison, in 2020, the former Big Boy master franchisee Shoney's Restaurants, charges a $35,000 franchise fee, a 4% royalty and 3% advertising fee. Back in 1971, we emerged on the Fort Worth scene with our signature fish and chips. The company name was not always the name as used with the public. Where is zekes now? Add for 1.60 each: Bacon, ham, sausage, chorizo, prime rib or avocado Thousands of others died in neighboring Syria. We are honored to be your "go to" restaurant each and every time you come back! [69] His fundamental restaurant principles were: "serve the best quality food, at moderate prices, in spotless surroundings, with courtesy and hospitality. A Cajun/Creole restaurant in Metairie, Louisiana, Zeke's offered a variety of dishes on their menu. [271] In 2016 both the Ann Arbor, Michigan, restaurant (on North Zeeb Road)[272] and the restaurant in Houghton Lake, Michigan continued to operate but not as Big Boy restaurants. So, in conclusion, we believe Zeke Yeager is still alive. Warner Bros. animation artist Ben Washam sketched Richard's caricature, which became the character seen on the company trademark. 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Porter and Luke's opened in the former Zeke's in January 2013 and reviews are good. [276] In April 2018, the Coldwater, Michigan location closed, media sources noting multiple health code violations and poor customer reviews. [note 4] Known as the "East Coast Big Boy", he was copyrighted by Frisch's and used for statues and comic books for Frisch's, and its subfranchisees Manners and Azar's. From the excellent service (thanks, Sarah M.!) He retained the look of the West Coast figure (C) but assumed the running pose and orientation of the East Coast figure (B). Exactly which band was involved is unclear. (Regardless, the Big Boy condiment used was often simply referred to as "special sauce" on menus chainwide.) [13], On March 9, 2011, JB's Family Restaurants filed for bankruptcy. The inspiration for Big Boy's name, as well as the model for its mascot, was Richard Woodruff of Glendale, California. Also so thrilled you had a chance to see our famous dolphins! *Get your burro enchilada style with your choice of red or green sauce for an additional 1.75*, includes 2 dressing sides, additional dressings will be 0.50 each. Serve desserts or deliver final check, remove empty dishes. on November 21, 1961. Cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, grated cheddar cheese, croutons, and ranch all served on a bed of romaine lettuce. Wian said, "Hello, Big Boy" to Woodruff, and the name stuck. Thank you for your business! Marriott Corporation bought Big Boy in 1967. The company was based in Tempe, Arizona and had 104 JB's branded restaurants at its height in 1995. People push a vehicle in snow on Mountain View Parkway. Penne pasta sauteed with fresh garlic and our homemade alfredo sauce. Chicken Sale! [292][293], In November 2020, the Big Boy restaurant in Sandusky, Michigan was stripped of its franchise when it refused to comply with Michigan's COVID-19 restrictions. Cheese options: Cheddar, Pepper jack, Mozzarella, or Swiss, *Substitute cup of fruit or cottage cheese for one of your sides for an additional 1.25, Diced ham, green peppers, onions, and your choice of cheese, Diced ham, bacon, chorizo, jalapenos, onions, and your choice of cheese, Diced ham, bacon, sausage, and your choice of cheese, Diced ham, tomatoes, onions, green peppers, and your choice of cheese, Onions, green peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, and your choice of cheese, Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, thinly cut prime rib, and your choice of cheese. All, including Bob's, remain in operation today, albeit Elias Brothers is simply known as Big Boy, and Eat'n Park and Shoney's dropped Big Boy affiliation in the 1970s and 1980s. Intended to "give the kids something to do while they waited for their food",[52] the book involves the escapades of Big Boy, his girlfriend Dolly and dog Nugget. The practice was discouraged and Big Boy eventually provided a similar scheme of selling buckets of take out chicken, marketed as Country Style[111] or Country Cousin Chicken. Founded in 1977, Big Boy Japan now also operates 45 Victoria Station restaurants in Japan and is a subsidiary of Znsho Holdings Co., Ltd.[3][19][255] The Japanese Big Boy Restaurants do not offer the Big Boy hamburger or most other American Big Boy menu items, offering a distinct menu instead. A larger standard menu was developed. to excellent food - topped off by a great view of the marina and dolphins swimming - highly recommend this place. The restaurant closed in September 2008 just days after the episode aired. Some sources say Elby's came from the childhood nickname of Ellis Boury. Zeke's Drive In is a historic hamburger restaurant in Gold Bar. [note 10] Bob Wian improvised, creating the first (then unnamed) Big Boy, intending the thing "look ridiculous, like a leaning tower". [75] [287][288] The grand opening was pushed back to July 21 due to equipment shipping delays. [67], The signature Big Boy hamburger is the original double deck hamburger.[68]. We would like to invite you back here to give us another try! Each regional franchisee typically operated a central commissary which prepared or processed foods and sauces to be shipped fresh to their restaurants. [126], Big Boy Restaurant Group and Frisch's Big Boy Restaurants both continue to offer franchises in their exclusive territories, each having 20 year terms. [8], In 1984, JB's purchased 16 restaurants from the Salem, Oregon-based VIP's chain. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. [37], A few other modified statues are in official use. However, Alexa had already cut ties with Zeke, so the Duran Group was not affected. Your choice of one side. Daryll and Ellen opened LUCA Eats in New Orleans in 2016 and reviews are excellent. English muffins topped off with ham, poached eggs, and our homemade hollandaise sauce. Zeke's 8 reviews Claimed Acai Bowls Edit Open 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM See hours See all 7 photos Write a review Add photo Save Menu Website menu Full menu Location & Hours 517 Kempsville Rd Chesapeake, VA 23320 Get directions Edit business info Sponsored ShareTea Chesapeake 24 1.8 miles away from Zeke's Crispy bacon, avocado, tempura buttermilk fried jalapenos, jalapeno cilantro ranch and your choice of cheese. We are so happy you had an amazing time wit us! Tempura buttermilk fried onions rings served with your choice of dressing, Our homemade fire fries or garlic parmesan fries served with your choice of dressing, Ten fried calamari served on a bed of spicy-sweet slaw. In January 2020, Tamer Afr replaced Crawford as chairman, CEO, and co-owner. Freshly made crme brle topped off with a strawberry and our homemade strawberry pure. 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