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Nº 497 in 1574 in Tower Hamlets

Nº 40 of 129 British in Tower Hamlets

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Amazing place, felt like an Italian Mafia boss there :D

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Johnny Sky . 2024-12-02

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Best breakfast ever. Queuing to get in and certainly on the tourist trail. The place is working flat out so be patient… if you want fast food go elsewhere … if you want quality nosh then here’s you go. Staff are brilliant. I had the classic breakfast and it is massive! Quality all round in the sausage, bacon and egg. No corners cut in the beans. And to top it all some proper tea from a giant teapot in a mug. No you do not get the giant tea pot just a mug full. Been going for over 100 years so they know a thing or to ;-) But It is not just breakfasts food through the day closes mid afternoon. ‘I’ll be back!’

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Andy Morse . 2024-11-30

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Pellicci’s is the best caf around. I have never left there without a full belly and smile on my face. Nev, Anna, Irene, Mamma Maria, Tony and the gang are so personable and hospitable. Any time I have visitors over, I bring them straight here. 10/10 food, service and atmosphere.

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Chloe Farrell . 2024-11-30

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Every time I go it’s a magical experience. Love the place and especially the staff working there. Feels like a great community and family.

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Pietro S . 2024-11-30

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Food was good but dropping a couple of stars as it is a cash only place and there was no communication/signs at all and we had to scramble to get some to pay. Good portions.

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Michael D . 2024-11-28

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Incredible place. The food was absolutely amazing and the staff was lovely

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Danilo Eberli . 2024-11-26

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Awesome place, the breakfast was really delicious. We loved it so much. The only thing is that you can pay only cash

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Tereza Hloušková . 2024-11-24

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Great food, great atmosphere.. Will definitely return..

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Giuseppa Shepherd . 2024-11-23

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Best of the best of the best! Legendary place for legendary breakfast in London. Absolutely in love with team and food. Gonna come back again and again! Thank you guys for the great time!

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Emil Alakbarov . 2024-11-21

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Small, cozy shop with a unique, friendly atmosphere and a perfect English breakfast. Very happy again!!!

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Lorraine Große-Frintrop . 2024-11-17

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I was curious to find out whether E Pellicci’s was going to be any good, or only made popular due to a couple of clips populating on social media. Safe to say that it absolutely lived up to the hype! Both the lasagne and spaghetti with pesto were delicious. Staff, although ran off their feet, were really lovely also. I certainly look forward to returning.

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Hannah P . 2024-11-16

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30 min wait but worth it, standard cafe food done well but with added history and atmosphere.

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Colin C . 2024-11-16

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Excellent food and great staff.

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Spyridon Bissas . 2024-11-14

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We came here at around 10 in the morning and found a table. When we left, there was a line outside. The staff was super friendly and funny. The food arrived fast and was very delicious - maybe the best english breakfast I had. It was worth the long trip from Kensington.

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Sabrina Minerva . 2024-11-13

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Whenever I am in London, I stop in, and they ALWAYS remember me and our conversations are warm and friendly-with fellow diners or staff-like I’m there every week. Their service is amazing, as is their made to order breakfast, and homemade bread pudding (which I believe you get free in your first visit!) which they packed up for me along with my leftovers, and a hot cuppa to go! No matter if I am staying down the street on Bethnal Green or across town, I will ALWAYS fit Pellicci in my schedule! This may seem like an irrelevant picture, but after a long day of sightseeing, I am sitting at the tower bridge with the snack they packed for me. Didn’t ask for it, but they did it. This is the place.

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Cinda Agisotelis . 2024-11-12

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Visiting NYC and this is a classic English breakfast. Cozy atmosphere, SUPER nice staff. A few tourists were also there, who also probably searched 'best English breakfast', and this statement was not wrong. Cash only, and did not know that. Went across the street to the ATM. Glady will come back and recommend to a friend.

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Raphael Kummer-Landau . 2024-11-11

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Family owned with best service, great humour and decent food.

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Aedon Janes . 2024-11-11

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A lovely busy and very very popular cafe in Bethnal Green. A friendly home from home cafe. Lovely friendly staff. I don't usually eat fry up for breakfast but this was exceptionally yummy. The beautiful thing was that everyone were welcoming, whether they knew each other or not. I was given a slice of Nutella cake bread when I left which was so good. I can see why they always have queues outside their door.

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Esther Austin . 2024-11-11

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What a place! Nev is the world’s greatest FOH ( what’s more he loves Suffolk…not Ipswich but the rest is great) Brilliant place and we were given a piece of freshly made bread pudding by mama as we left 👌 Best coffee and huge classic breakfast which fuelled the entire day THANK YOU! X

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Lizzy Campbell . 2024-11-07

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SO MUCH FUN! what a special place! the food was excellent and the staff was even better. They all take the time to talk to you, they have fun while working. The wait was well worth it. The food was excellent! I would 10000000% recommend this place to anyone.

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Gaetano Colacci . 2024-11-06

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I couldn't have enjoyed this restaurant any more than I did. The English breakfast was phenomenal, very fresh! However the food wasn't the best part. It was the staff and management. Just so friendly with everyone and merry! I know why people keep coming back day after day, for years and years. I'll will have to visit everytime I'm in London.

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Donté F. . 2024-11-05

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Went on a weekday for breakfast to beat crowds. This old school eatery serves affordable and hearty breakfast. We had a big English fry up and sausage egg and cheese muffin. The only inconvenience is this place is cash only which wasn't publicized upfront until we asked, so had to leave halfway to an ATM. Service was also a little slow and they forgot my drink order but forgiveable given how popular the place is. The owners are very friendly!

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Genna Gan . 2024-11-05

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Snug, but that adds to the charm. Food was delicious, and the servers were some of the most lovely people around.

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Connor Bosley . 2024-11-04

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Best breakfast, best atmosphere. Just the best.

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james and erin . 2024-11-03

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I really loved the friendly and local atmosphere of this restaurant, which is hard to find in London. There were many patrons who were regulars here. The staff is very attentive and kind and one of the cooks (I think he is one of the owners) would talk to everyone and make jokes as well, which helped to make the place even more lively. I had the full English breakfast and overall it was good but the bacon was overcooked and the toast was soggy. The sausage and black pudding were very good. The portions are big which is also a rare find for a breakfast in London nowadays. I think the experience of eating here is a must try. If you are looking for some decent grub in the area I would certainly recommend it. Cash only!

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Juan Ángel Hernández . 2024-11-02

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Classic English fry up. Friendly staff. The place has a good reputation for a reason. Long may they continue.

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Mark Underwood . 2024-11-01

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Delicious food, the servers are adorable and the atmosphere is super friendly! Authentic and very hearty meal! The value for money is great!

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Mérédith PIOT . 2024-10-31

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Met Nevio while ordering take away for my daughter and myself. Best Tiramisu I've had for a long time. Nev is the most helpful charming person you will ever meet. Nothing is too much. Will definitely be back.

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Iqbalud Khan . 2024-10-26

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Fantastic restaurant. We ordered the large English breakfast, and it was amazing; the portions were quite generous as well. The staff were super friendly and kind, and they provided a nice experience for us. The only downside is that the space is a bit cramped and crowded, and we ended up sharing our small table with another couple. But on the other hand, it had a nice nostalgic-looking atmosphere and I liked it.

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Aref Moqadam Mehr . 2024-10-25

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Wonderful place to enjoy a meal, the staff are very lovely !!!

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Lucia Maric . 2024-10-25

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Brilliant Brilliant Brilliant. What a lovely place to eat, staff are lovely and the food is fantastic. 100% recommended.

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Daniel Shrouder . 2024-10-24

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Homely, authentic, Old East end joint. Serving up "caff" classics like full English breakfast, also with dishes that have full Italian flavour to reflect the owners and their Italian roots. Eat anything here and don't forget to have it with their home made pesto..... And I mean everything with this spectacular stuff.

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Michelle K . 2024-10-23

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amazing food and service, recommended in the area

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Lipovsky Gelormino . 2024-10-21

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There is a queue or line to get a seat at this small place.

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Richard Whidden . 2024-10-20

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I 100% recommend E Pellicci as the best place to have breakfast in London. Great food, attentive and friendly service, great prices for a capital city. This morning I had a takeaway sandwich and an incredible fruity bread pudding. Tips: Get there early to avoid waiting for a seat Bring cash (cash machines nearby)

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geraldine montgomerie . 2024-10-18

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If you want an authentic "English breakfast" you've come to the right place. Hosts are also very nice. The only drawback is that you probably have to wait outside for a few minutes before you get a seat.

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Sebastian Hofer . 2024-10-17

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The best are the waiters and the service. The worst food and price. There is no need to go there to eat a regular meal in a supposedly historic cafe that is today a temple for tourists. They do not accept credit cards. I wouldn't repeat.

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fermin aldaz . 2024-10-14

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My husband used to come here years ago but I had never been. He has been saying he'd take me for a few years now, finally got there. Anna is fabulous. Very funny and makes you feel you are a long lost friend. Although you can sit outside and will probably get seated quicker, you will miss the atmosphere of the inside. We only waited about 15 mins to be seated. Will definitely return.

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Claire Lynch . 2024-10-10

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Wonderful place. Even for gf food.

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Judith van Lier . 2024-10-10

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WOW, a great experience 🥰 Amazing people, amazing breakfast, I mean, I couldn't walk afterwards (stuffed) but 100% worth a visit 😆 a must for breakfast & institution fans alike 👍

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James B . 2024-10-07

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A cafe you have to go to to experience its charms for yourself. It's definitely worth a visit. Go NOW!!!!

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James Blakeley . 2024-10-07

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Best Food & the best Service can’t wait to come back

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Mark Webb . 2024-10-05

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We waited about 30 minutes to get into the café, but it was worth it. The food was fantastic, and the portions were huge—definitely enough for two adults to share. However, since everyone around us seemed to order their own plate, we followed suit and ended up with lots of leftovers. Needless to say, we were so stuffed and I didn’t want any food the entire day after this breakfast. The vibe of this café is absolutely 10/10. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and they genuinely take the time to chat with customers, which made the dining experience even better. As a sweet gesture, the owner shared their nonna’s homemade bread pudding with us, which was such a lovely touch. Overall, it’s great food, great people, and great ambiance. I’d highly recommend this place—if not for the food, then definitely for the incredible vibe!

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Emm . 2024-10-01

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Had the full English breakfast And everything on the plate tasted amazing One of the best blood pudding Crispy crumbling hash potatoes It was so yummy I forgot to take any pictures The people running the place are lovely and they treat you with warmth and smiling faces The place is cozy and very intimate You seat result close to your friends and other people You can strike a conversation easily The coffee is great too Next time I'm trying the pasta bolognese Edit: What lovely people, so welcoming and they feed you like your family would. Must try Tiramisu

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Ayush singh . 2024-09-30

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Absolutely amazing food amazing food and amazing service

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Emilie Flanagan . 2024-09-28

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Pellicci is hands-down the best place to eat in London. The food is DELICIOUS, but this place is an experience. Nev and Anna will make you feel like family. They will joke with you. They will tease you. They will make you laugh. The entire staff is awesome. I love this place! Pro tip: they may seat you with other guests. If they ask if it's OK, DO IT! You will make new friends and it just makes your meal that much better!

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Terry Davis . 2024-09-28

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Best caf in the world, simples. Best atmosphere. Family is everything and it's THE family run restauraunt. Love it.

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Simon Falush . 2024-09-27

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El lugar siempre mantiene lleno, pero todos los que atienden allí son muy amables, la comida es simplemente espectacular, nosotros nos pedimos el típico desayuno ingles y las porciones son muy muy generosas, de un solo plato perfectamente pueden comer dos personas.

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Adventure618807 . 2024-09-27

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What a great experience that was!! Went for breakfast with my partner and were welcomed by the fantastic staff. The portions were large and great value for money. The highlight was staff member Anna who had us in stitches the while time. If she gets yo read this, we were one of the 3 "dashers" that morning 🤣. Can't wait to go again.

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Darren Hogg . 2024-09-26

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Great atmosphere, loved the staff and big shout out to Anna who was brilliant. Really enjoyed the brekky but not for the faint hearted as the portions are huge. Nice quality products. Only negative was I should’ve asked for the tea to my taste as mine came like builders!

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Ruth . 2024-09-26

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Have to agree with some of the one star comments. Completely overrated breakfast. You can get the same quality at any pub around London. The service was not organised at all. We came first and ordered two breakfasts, with 2 groups behind us entering at the same time. While us and the other 2 groups were waiting, a 4th group that came in much later got their food before all of ours. The other two groups that entered at the same time as us, but ordered after us, all got their breakfasts before us as well! The owner was really friendly though he seemed to give preferential treatment to regular or important customers. We didn’t get our breakfasts until after the 4th group that came in had already finished eating. We ended up waiting 30-40 minutes in total for two breakfasts.

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C Y . 2024-09-25

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Wait so what,it’s worth it! All staff are very hard working and it’s the atmosphere that makes it even better,it’s old school and people talk to each other in this cafe,yeah you may end up with a random stranger sharing your table but every time it’s been a pleasure as it’s no awkward silence and a great conversation with the good old school english ways, Get yourself in their as it’s great

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Paul Sealy . 2024-09-24

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Nice and friendly service. They serve really decent food and big portions. Totally recommend. The only cons are that it's a small restaurant and popular, so there is likely to be a wait and a bit of a queue. It's worth the wait though.

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Anand Hari . 2024-09-24

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Great Italian restaurant. I stopped by for an excellent Full English Breakfast. There's a vegetarian version too

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Win Scutt . 2024-09-24

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It’s cash only. There is no sign nor did the staff mention this. It was very inconvenient to find out at the end of my meal. Not worth the wait. Breakfast was good, but just as good as many other restaurants. I don’t understand the hype about this place. The staff were friendly and one guy was very enthusiastic. Good atmosphere.

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Dante DiGiuseppe . 2024-09-24

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A truly unique and wonderful cafe with a real family run feel. The food is delicious, the staff genuinely care and you can see how much they enjoy working there. I will definitely return! Thank you 🙏

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Mark P . 2024-09-23

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Absolutely yes, especially for the people who really enjoy Italian food, but honestly not only. Very lovely personnel, atmosphere is wonderful and friendly, food is delicious (I had lasagne, but the portion of classic breakfast was impressing as well). There is always a queue to them, but to be honest, it is moving pretty quickly. Cons: You can only pay by cash or as alternative transfer to their card. However, worth mentioning - I had only old printed cash money, no bank card to get it from ATM, and they have agreed to take old printed cash money.

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Volodymyr Kapustin . 2024-09-21

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Fantastic food, lovely owner. They didn’t offer card payment and the owner was so nice he offered me a meal on the house. Highly recommended and will visit again when I’m in the London.

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Baraa Hijazi . 2024-09-20

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Nevio and the staff are legendary! Best experience. They made us feel at home.

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Branson Summers . 2024-09-18

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We ordered the classic breakfast they serve, it took 40+ minutes to be served as they said they were a problem of some sort. It's just that, we were so hungry that time, and this was our very first visit. The guy was friendly and apologized . It's just that, if they know there's a problem, they should approach us immediately for us to know. I actually wanted to follow up 20 minutes in, but my companion told me to wait a little longer as this is an established place. 20+ minutes, I just approached them to ask where our food was then that's the time they told us about it. We waited a couple more minutes and it probably took almost an hour(I think or maybe I was too hungry). Anyways they gave us chips. And coffee was free. There was another person who was so pissed of that time as well--he looked knackered and has a lot of luggage. Food was ok-ish. Usual English breakfast. Nothing much special about it tbh. The front guy was so friendly though. Maybe I expected too much. Anyways, still a good place but not to the extent that I'll crave for it.

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potah ragiz . 2024-09-18

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The original. Proper weird that it’s become a tourist spot but they haven’t let that change a damn thing other than now they sell t shirts and totes as well 😂

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Rob B . 2024-09-14

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I never write reviews but this was amazing. I’m Italian and have high food standards but this hit the spot. 10/10 food and 10/10 atmosphere. Couldn’t recommend more

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Sophie Pirone . 2024-09-13

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Pancakes with ice cream highly recommended. Soo delicious and staff was so friendly. Best food of the day and we wen to a lot of other places. Be careful, cash only!!!

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Dathu Gan . 2024-09-12

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Overall come for the English breakfast! Service was kind of slow (not too crowded really)but the waitress was really lovely. Overall a solid place to come for breakfast / brunch!

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Sasi Zura . 2024-09-12

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Pellicci's, a cherished Italian gem in the East End, was my go-to spot every morning when I lived in the area. The warm, familial atmosphere made each visit feel like catching up with old friends. The hearty breakfasts and classic Italian dishes, coupled with the staff's genuine warmth, turned every meal into a special occasion. It's not just a restaurant; it's a beloved part of the community where I always felt like family. Highly recommend for an authentic, heartwarming experience.

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Anjum Brown . 2024-09-12

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Always bang on. It's a savory orgy on the tongue. Handsome!

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Fred Challis . 2024-09-11

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You can’t beat a visit to E Pellicci, with its traditional full English breakfasts and warm and prompt service. Can get busier later in the day so I’d advise heading early if you can. Portions are colossal if you have the appetite to order “have the lot”!

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Zoph . 2024-09-10

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Very busy and shame they only take cash but a great atmosphere nice staff good to see a bit of the old east end still standing

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Paul Stott . 2024-09-10

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A special moment during this lunchtime meal, the dishes that my friend and I had were excellent, they reflected the welcome which was warm just like our departure, I highly recommend this small family restaurant. Thanks to the entire E. Pellicci's team

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Eric Roudier . 2024-09-10

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I had a meal in the afternoon and ended up paying £9.3 more. She manually calculated the amount on a napkin. After coming back home, I checked the prices and realized that I had overpaid by £9.3. We had Have the lot, pancakes, iced coffee, and a latte, but we were charged £43.50. I wouldn’t recommend a restaurant that operates with such a poor system.

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LioiL . 2024-09-08

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E Pellicci…..where do I start, what a place! Me and my girl friend came back today after our last visit well over two years ago and were greeted by the wonderful owners Anna and Nev like we had seen them yesterday. Food is exceptional and extremely big portion sizes which is hard to come by in London these days, exceptional service and atmosphere it feels like you’re having lunch in a family’s kitchen, everyone chatting to each other and the staff genuinely care about each individual customer. Will always recommend this special place to anyone, a real east London gem!

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Thea H . 2024-09-07

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Fantastic lot of food there give you for what you pay 👍👍👍

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Anthony Mercieca . 2024-09-04

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Good food, great service and atmosphere.

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Adam S . 2024-08-31

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Visited E.Pellicci in Bethnal Green in East London on 31st August 2024( E2 ), based on "Gary Eats" YouTube review. Initially I thought, it could well be hype but I thought of trying them out as I was in that part of London anyway. NOTE: Cash ONLY. When we got there (Two of us), there were about 18 people in the queue in front of us. It took us about 40 minutes to get a table. Service: Relaxed, Casual, courteous, timely. ( 10 out of 10) They were not rushing people out who have finished their meals even though there were people queuing outside. Food: We had tea, made by brewing tea leaves rather than a tea bag dipped in hot water. (Tea 9/10) 9 out 10 because, it was warm rather than hot. May be the cold milk brought the temperature down. As soon as I sipped the tea, I suspected that it was brewed using tea leaves & the Tea maker confirmed it. A good big cup too. Reminded me of superb Tea I had in a Tea estate in Sri Lanka. spot on. Wife had Bruschetta, it was superb, simple, no fancy additions, top quality ingredients as the tomatoes tasted like they were just plucked from the plant, the olive oil they used must have been a very good quality too. It showed. (Bruschetta 9 out of 10). The bread was very good but not the same level as the Tomatoes or the olive oil. Even the Basil leave were so very nice. Chips, beautiful, not oily, just cooked to perfection. The potatoes were very tasty, they must have been using some good variety of potatoes. ( 10 out of 10) Spaghetti Bolognaise that I had was again fantastic. Not greasy, no unpleasant odour that you sometimes get in some places. The mince meat was perfectly seasoned, the spaghetti was cooked just right, not soft not too hard and a damn good portion too. Overall, absolutely worth the hype, if it was a hype at all. Value : Very good, we paid £26 for 2x Tea, 1x Bruschetta, 1 x Chips, 1 x Spaghetti bolognaise. In my opinion, very good value. Other observation: I saw lot of people ordering FULL Breakfast ( huge portions ), and leaving quite a bit uneaten. Wasting food is considered a sin in many cultures and viewed as bad manners in some others. It could be due some issues with some items, I saw bacon over cooked and almost burnt, Lot of plates with left over mushrooms. Burgers half eaten ....and so on. Since we did not have those items, it is unfair to comment about the taste, only what I observed. My views are based on what we ate and paid for. I have no hesitation visiting this cafe again. I recommend it to anyone to "GIVE IT A GO". Thank you

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Daya T . 2024-08-31

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Come for the food...return for the staff. Such a great spot with the friendliest people. It's 100% worth the hype one of the best breakfasts ever and the banter with the staff was even better. This place is an institution in East London. Amazing! loved it! Thanks to all at E Pellicci for such a delicious and fun breakfast!

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Maria O'Flaherty . 2024-08-31

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It was my first time visiting this lovely old school café. I had watched a lot of videos and stories about the origin of pellicci. They have been serving the best breakfast in London as told by many of the people I met. It was a small, aesthetic café with an antique vibe. Speaking of the food, I ordered their "have a lot" meaty full english breakfast and I must say it was sensational. Every element on the plate was a knock out of the park. Special shoutout to their sausage, bacon, black pudding, bubble & squeak and their baked beans. Fantastic and comforting. I also had ordered their Garlic ciabetta with melted mozzarella which wasn't the best I'd had, but didn't disappoint. The staff were super warm and made me feel at home. They greet and treat each and every individual as their family. Full marks for service. I spoke to Anna, who is incharge and expressed how amazing it was to meet her and really appreciated the way she runs the café alongside Nev sir and the other staff members. Extremely passionate about what they are doing. The price was just right. It was better previously. Hope they don't increase it more. If they do too it won't stop people from coming to their café because the quality of food and warmth is as such. Nevertheless students like me will struggle to afford :) Definitely not my last time visiting this beautiful café with a culinary legacy. Thank you for having me guys. Will surely return to try out your Italian cuisine.

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Srinidhi S H . 2024-08-29

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I’ve been wanting to try Pellicci’s café for a while, so I finally went in this morning for their full English breakfast. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. The ingredients were just okay, nothing special, and comparable to what you can get elsewhere for a lower price. The bacon was inconsistently cooked - overdone in some parts and undercooked in others. The fried toast had an odd, fishy taste, and the mushrooms were bland and lacked seasoning. The tomatoes were unimpressive, and the beans were just beans. On a positive note, the sausages, tea and orange juice were good, the service impeccable with a lovely atmosphere. I may try again if I'm in the area and order from their Italian menu selection.

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Mark Reavil . 2024-08-28

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Good food, especially the black pudding, nice staff and owners with great vibe. A gem for breakfast for over 100 years.

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David Chan . 2024-08-28

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Daughters favourite place to eat!!! She is ceoliac and there's a GF pasta option.💖💖💖

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Sally Saunders . 2024-08-27

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Great traditional breakfasts in an atmospheric location that is authentically small so expect some queues

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Robert Rees . 2024-08-27

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Lovely owners. Very busy but worth the wait.

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Hunny Bee . 2024-08-22

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Better to arrive early because there can be a queue and it doesn't move very quickly because people rightly take their time to finish their very generous dishes. Historic place of a family of Italian origins, everyone is really kind (they speak Italian) and friendly. We tried the full English breakfast and it was really excellent and the portion was very generous at a very fair price for London especially given that we could go there for half a day. Even though the place is full of people, they manage everything with great grace and without ever losing their smile

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Vittorio David . 2024-08-19

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Yes, it lived up to the hype. The service, the food and the hectic yet somehow calm atmosphere made for a great breakfast. The food is simple yet satisfying. The service is friendly, funny and quick. The space is small and cramped but for some reason it feels it's exactly how it should be. If you are getting the full English breakfast, make sure you are really really hungry or you are sharing it with someone. It's massive.

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Tyrell Scott . 2024-08-13

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What a welcome! Lovely lovely people! fantastic food! Wow!!! I’ll definitely be back!! If you you’re in London this fabulous place is a must!!

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Sue . 2024-08-13

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It's always great in pellicci, my family have been coming here for decades! The pageantry of it is always fun too, lots of local regulars and you never quite know what you'll see or hear! The food isn't too bad either!

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Nicholas Riley . 2024-08-02

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If you want a solid breakfast, this is the place to have it. Based on the food quantity we saw while waiting in line, we ordered 3 different items for 4 persons. It turned out to be more than enough. The service was excellent. Although we didn't ask, they gave us a 4th empty plate so we could share the food. Although everything was good, the hashbrowns were our favourite. If it's your birthday and you don't want attention, better not to inform them. Otherwise, they would loudly announce and get everyone to sing Happy Birthday while clanking on any metal container in front of them. The 3 items that appeared on all the dishes we ordered were roasted tomatoes, beans, and mushrooms.

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Tina BQ Tran - Quintessential Energy Focus . 2024-07-29

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We saw a Jolly review of this place on YouTube so we thought we would check it out. We were not disappointed! They serve the best coffee in London - as Australian coffee snobs, we really appreciated the coffee we had here! We also had breakfast - the Classic Set was huge and great value, and I had eggs on toast as I didn't want a huge meal. The staff really make this place - they are friendly and sociable, they take interest in their customers and like to have a chat with you, and it's easy to see why this place is such a favourite with locals and travellers alike - they treat you more like family and friends than customers.

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XAGTKate . 2024-07-28

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AMAZING PLACE! The staff are so ridiculously funny and attentive!! Love the atmosphere in here makes you feel so uplifted! Food portions are hugeeee and so worth the money! If you love great vibes and delicious meals come here!

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Sabrina King . 2024-07-26

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great atmosphere I think it represents the identity of the east end Foods got a generous portion and taste decent.

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sunny chan . 2024-07-26

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Arrived and there was a queue outside about 15 deep, took it as a good sign and waited 30 mins to get a seat outside. Placed my order and it started drizzling with rain and my table was getting a drizzle too despite being under a canopy. Without me asking they moved my table inside to avoid getting my food wet. Breakfast was fantastic , went for the all in and literally said Jesus! When it arrived as it was huge. One thing to note is that this place is cash only, something I hadn’t realised and I had no cash on me. Spoke to the waitress and she said it was fine, I could get some cash and come back to settle up. I offered my driving license just so she knew I wasn’t going to do a runner and she waved it away (nicely) saying it wasn’t necessary. Came back with the cash and thanked her. A great place, really friendly and great food. Came in a stranger and left a friend.

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subpop1973 . 2024-07-25

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Came with my partner and 9 year old for breakfast. Needed to queue but it was well worth the wait. Food was fantastic (we both had the "have the lot" breakfast) but the food is only part of the story. With this place being so popular you could forgive the staff if they just rushed people in and out. However they are so genuinely friendly and chatty and they make everyone feel welcome. They chatted to everyone in the queue, and even handed out umbrellas as it started to rain. Might not sound like much to some but I thought that was a lovely thing to do. It is cash only, we forgot to check but they were happy with us going to get cash out. Will definitely visit next time we are in London. Thankyou all and enjoy your time off in August x

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CarolineMcKee . 2024-07-25

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Love the atmosphere here, it’s like joining a family for dinner, the owner was so welcoming and hearing the banter with the regular customers was so funny. The have a lot (meat) was enough for 2 and was delicious

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John Smith . 2024-07-20

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I'm actually looking forward to coming here. It's incredible to own an Italian-British restaurant with family history. The food was delicious, the coffee was delicious, and the service was great and welcoming. They only accept cash. Place recycling plates and food to be served at the dining outlet at the same time. The environment is a bit messy, but within acceptable limits. But just after enjoying the perfect meal, something sad happened. After eating this meal, my partner and I began to feel unwell, experiencing symptoms of nausea, regurgitation, and food poisoning headaches. It was the only meal of the day because we couldn’t eat food anymore . We often had vomiting, headaches and fevers until the early hours of the morning. I never get sick from colds but food poisoning happened. Fortunately, the condition was relieved after emergency treatment the next day. This is a restaurant I was looking forward to, but something I didn't like to see happen. For me, who always writes reviews objectively and truthfully, I would give the overall result half a star. I wish this was just a restaurant incident, but the food poisoning didn't just happen to me, but to two or more people, so I still need to write it down to remind everyone. London is my home and I have never had food poisoning symptoms like this but unfortunately it happened. There may also be concerns about food safety due to the high temperatures in London. This matter is serious. Fortunately, our symptoms have eased. It would be terrible if people's lives were threatened. I hope you see this message and please be aware if you have any questions about the cleanliness of the restaurant. I hope restaurants will pay attention to food safety and hygiene issues to avoid food poisoning incidents like ours from happening again.

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Yk C . 2024-07-19

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It feels like coming home. The service is great, like you're part of the family. The portions are great. We had the 'Have a Lot' and Pancakes.

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Jana Krause . 2024-07-19

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We went yesterday recommended by a friend from London and it was a success. It is a historical place that has been passed down from generation to generation. The people who work there are very charming and the food is homemade and of very good quality. We will be back 🥰

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Maite Vidal Bernad . 2024-07-19

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E Pellicci is an absolute gem in London! This family-run spot is managed by the friendliest, funniest folks around. We chatted with the mom and dad, and their son served us. He was engaging, hilarious, and super attentive. Their brown sauce? Imagine A1 and sweet & sour sauce had a baby. It's that good! The English breakfast was spot on, and even though they only take cash, there's an ATM right across the street. After we paid, the mom surprised us with warm, freshly baked bread pudding. If you're in London and want a killer breakfast with amazing hospitality, E Pellicci is the place. Highly recommend!

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Mike Moklebust . 2024-07-18

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Enjoyed it! The ambiance ,the food. You might need to queue a little bit.

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Andri . 2024-07-18

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I have heard so much about this place, all good, and it didn’t disappoint. My French niece was in town and wanted to have an authentic Full English Breakfast so there was some frowning from my husband and the niece when I told them we must come here. When they got their plate both their faces light up with a grin. We just need to come back and try the rest of the menu! But happy to become a regular as there are not many family-run and authentic business like this left in London.

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A de la Fe . 2024-07-18

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We were a group of 6 and were accommodated immediately. Ordered the full english breakfast, penne bolognese and pie. Each one tasted amazing. Staff were very friendly and funny as well. They gave my kid some treats and a delicious complimentary pudding as we left. Highly recommended!

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Mikee Sotto . 2024-07-18

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Still one of my favourite places to have breakfast! The food is excellent and the service is always amazing!

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Jake Bezuidenhout . 2024-07-17

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