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5.0 of 5 stars.
My 2nd visit to Bludso's, and NO JOKE: My hands are shaking uncontrollably and both my legs are about to give out."How's the brisket?" Kevin Bludso's lovely niece/daughter (?) asks.It was at that...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving it 5 stars due to the fact that it is so difficult to find good bbq in LA - and it is really good here. I ordered the texas sampler. I'll start off with what I did not like - the chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I once had a dream that I found a BBQ place in LA with large portions, reasonable prices and to die for flavor. My dream came true yesterday, thank you Bludso's BBQ of Compton-- I know what you are...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing.As an ex-pat Texan, I like to consider myself a good judge of BBQ, and this is the first place in LA that has fulfilled my craving for really good meat. The BBQ was tender and juicy and smoky...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best BBQ I've ever been to in my life, and this includes a week in Houston TX. Every time I go, I buy a ton of meat, then I feast for the rest of the week.Safety wise, I've never had...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome barbeque, and really friendly people working there. We decided to try it out after reading some good reviews on yelp. I would definitely go again. The service was beyond friendly - every...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've seen this location change hands many times and always gave it a try when it became a new BBQ joint. I am wondering if I am crazy or you people here on Yelp are for consistently giving Bludso's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This will confirm why I am irate at my cousin 'Sal R.' you greedy, selfish punk!!! My place of business is approximately 4/5 minutes away and the only thing you had to do is call me son... If this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Places like this are why Yelp exists!I finally tried this place with my GF and it absolutely surpassed my expectations (which were extremely high considering the reviews). The gentlemen who helped us...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW! I just finished eating (and trust me not even 1/4 of it did I eat, waaaay too much food) their Texas Sampler. HOLY COW (and I mean that)!! They practically give you a whole cow on that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How do you beat the glum of getting back into the school year? Or the sad economy? Or the sad realization that maybe "this is it?!?"GO TO BLUDSO'S BBQ! I was lost and now I am found. I went in for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Out of this world deep-fried turkey! I came here for a special BBQ event with Meetup and fellow Yelpers, and aside from the heat, it was a fab experience. Favorites:Deep-fried turkey. This is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG!There is no words to describe it. The food is incredible good.The best food place in Compton! Yes in COMPTON!Sadly it is not a big resturant where the family could go and eat.
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FREAKIN' DELICIOUS!Thanks, Nick for opening my eyes to great bbq! *big wide grin* I ordered the three meat combo ($16) - ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Yum and double yum! The pulled pork was my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Man oh man oh man. Ribs - the meat just falls off the bone. Mac n cheese - will make you cry it's so rich and creamy. For all those reviewers whose knowledge of Compton revolves around Boyz n the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
had the two meat lunch special, it was worth the drive to get some lunch, ribs and links were delicious, my other buddies had different meats we all got to try all the meats the ribtips were soo good....
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I hate L.A. and that whole area. Ridiculous traffic jams, even at 11:30 am. Where is everyone going? Shouldn't they be at work? The gross smog. The hot, sticky weather.Yeeech. But I would seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Before you discredit me for rating a California BBQ so high (4.5 points), understand I'm rating based on what I have readily available to me in So Cal. If I have to explain regional BBQ styles to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Compton? As if living in LA isn't dreadful enough, I have to trek to Compton? Fret not people! It's not as bad as you may think. It's actually not bad at all. I suggest all scared people shy away,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After attending the end of summer BBQ event (thanks, Robert!), I'm convinced there's got to be a special place in the second circle of Hell waiting for me. Such over-indulgence must surely be a sin...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I work in Compton, and was looking for someplace new for Lunch. I'm going to keep this simple: I challenge you to find a better BBQ spot. Yeah, it's that good. After reading other Yelper's reviews,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We ordered some sides here for a party of ten and it came out to $50, kind of pricey for small containers of mac and cheese, baked beans, and cornbread - I really regret not making my own, but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for the YELP end of summer BBQ event and had the greatest time. Met a lot of great foodies just like me and had a great meal as well. Bludso's was some of the best BBQ that I have eaten...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yup. Another Update. Went to the Yelp event by Robert today. My plan of attack works and I now share the secret...My step by step plan of approach to this BBQ Place.1. Park my car2. Say Hi to Rock,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bludso's....where do i begin???? Okay, this rating is only for the food. I decided to check it out after a friend told me about the Yelp buzz that's been going on for the past few months about this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have a birthday fairy godmother...and she lives in Compton. And she makes BBQ so delicious you'd scissor-kick your grandmother for another piece of her brisket. YES. It's that good.Another year,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I decided I needed to get some lunch. But I needed to do something before I drove off. I sat down at the table and I made a few revisions to my will. Made sure all the i's were dotted and the t's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
fuck i'm dying!I've been able to try almost all of their BBQ's and hot links. I must say its heavenly!!! If i can eat this everyday I would but then again i won't last 1 year then i'll be dead from...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Friendly staff and great BBQ!The place isn't much to look at. It's in Compton and there are only a few seats next to a metal counter if you want to eat in. We sat on the stools waiting for our to-go...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So from Mr.Elite Quinlan & Mr. Sam N's recommendation I tried BLUDSO'S this afternoon & Oh Boy Am I Glad I Did.I ordered the Chicken Link Dinner with mild sauce and every side they had except the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very good place.Very nice people, the owner gave me and my mother some bottled water while we wait. All the meats were very tender. Pork Hot Links were delish and will definitely go back. Next time...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Heaven.... I was in heaven.First time I came here, I was all alone. I had a little lunch combo of just brisket. It was a bit dry, although the flavor was good and that smoke ring was amazing. By the...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4 of us went to eat, including Ellen C, so you can check out her review for more information. However, I think all of us agreed that this was some of the best BBQ we've ever had, and for sure the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dude... it's so hard to review BBQ joints. Everyone is so picky. And since I know nothing about BBQ, I just try to eat them all. Thanks to fellow Yelpers Nick and Dennis for their fab reviews, I KNEW...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone else pretty much has this place covered. (The best ribs.)
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To me, a good summer cannot be completed without a BBQ get-together consists of bohemian style beers, a pack of hoodchies, and of course good BBQ. After seeing great review from Ms Jennifer, I have to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These are the most tender and juicy pork ribs you'll ever eat in Los Angeles or Southern California for that matter. It's not quite fall off the bone meat, but it's almost or quite close to it. Is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place a solid 4 stars. A group of foodies suggested this place after reading the reviews on Yelp. You could totally miss this place as it's small so be on the lookout! There's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After all the stellar reviews, we knew we had to check this place out! My sister was kind enough to do a drive by (no pun intended) and picked up various BBQ goodies and sides for dinner at home. We...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Smokes!!!! Literally. This place serves the best barbecue I had the pleasure of sinking my teeth into in my entire life. The ribs just melt in my mouth after each bite. I turned into a cave...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Due to some stomach issues over the past few months, my girlfriend had been reduced to vegan status... she couldn't eat any meat, or anything with wheat or gluten. Oh, and she's a huge fan of meat......
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ohhhh...Bludso's BBQ. All the great reviews here made me want to come for a long time.If I drive straight from my house, it should not take more than 20-25 min or so, but I felt like it's far away -...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Oh dear sweet yelpers....why have you forsaken me? I had been reading the review's for Bludso's for weeks thinking I have got to try this place. Review after review with 5 stars...it must be the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, maybe I've been sheltered and never exposed to good BBQ, but the ribs here are the best I have ever had in my life. Yes, in my life. In retrospect, all the ribs I've had are shit compared to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well this is the place for the BEST BBQ in the entire world! Yup, this one beats all others out! When you come here, prepare your mouth to have a mind blowing, orgasmic,over the top treat!Located in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Next time someone mentions "Compton," I will likely yell out "Bludso's BBQ!" Why? Because Bludso's BBQ has the best BBQ I have ever had... in my entire life! Bludso's brings shame to its competitors....
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Extremely excited to try this spot. I even called in my fat buddy Weezy for some back-up. No ya dummy... not cuz it's in the CPT (I'm a bad ass motherf***er...sez so on my wallet), but because my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! The bbq is soooo tasty. Got the 2 meat lunch combo and it was enough food for 2 people. The brisket and ribs were so moist and flavorful. Definitely worth the trip. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I give this place 10 stars!!! for real the best BBQ that i have ever had from a Restaurant.Man this is the hood i will tell you that. There were working girls in hot pink and bright yellow vinyl or...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I generally don't like to cross the Orange curtain to get food, but my friend keeps buggin' for some BBQ & and this place seems worth the drive. Got the Rib tip dinner with collard greens and mac and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is eat here before Jonathan Gold writes it up in the LA Weekly. Then you'll have foodies from Beverly Hills and Brentwood braving the "hood" for what I expect J.G. will declare as the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is as good as BBQ gets!!Anyone can grill and smoke meat but it takes someone with knowledge to barbecue. I love barbecue. I love it as a noun, a verb or an adjective. I love that you can spell it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE good Q and Bludso's didn't let me down. I ordered the "Texas Sampler" or some such thing and somewhat worried whether it would be enough for two. Made the 30-minute each-way drive to Compton...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HOLY CRAP HOLY CRAP HOLY CRAP!Gotta get this review done before food coma hits. Ok, borrow my dads Mercedes and head to Compton, smart? Sure why not I can risk it for good BBQ. When I get there, I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sublime...finally real BBQ in LA ..finally! I only had the ribs ..[ I'm a purist] with sauce on side. That way as a true carnivore I was able to taste each morsel as it fell off the bone and melted...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have been to Bludso's three times and each times was VERY good. First, being Asian, Compton is not a place that I would generally go to. But living near Oakland and frequenting BBQ joints in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If there is one thing Compton should be famous for, it's for having dangerously good BBQ.After seeing so many rave reviews about Bludso's and having high expectations, I decided to enlist a partner in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You lovely, lovely people of Bludso's.....I love you!We didn't do our annual 4th of July family gathering at our house this year because my hubby's in a DIY project mode. He wanted to use the weekend...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well, I liked this place. I picked it as a place to get bbq (using Yelp) on the run while visiting LA. The plan: Get bbq, have picnic on beach. And it was executed well.I came in before the lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i was in Long Beach today and it was lunch time, so i thought i would stop by to see what this place was all about. the inside seating area was a lot smaller than i thought it would be, but that's ok...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BLUDSO'S U ARE THE BEST!!! Ok first tho u gotta know this is Texas bbq. Its about the briskets and ribs. I wish they did baby back ribs but I think its a different style bbq right? Correct me...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The place is to go only but once you get it home....OMG! This is some of the best bbq you can get. The sauce is a little on the spicy side (even the mild) but not so much so you can't taste the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bludso's is the real deal. IMO this is the best BBQ in LA. My favorite BBQ spot was Clarks in Montclair but that spot burned down a few years ago and i couldn't find anything comparable until now!I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is "da bomb!" Do people even still say that? Whatever, that's the only way I can express the goodness of this place.The service is wonderful. I came here right after class, which I was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM! Really sweet people working here and the food is amazing. Take out only, prepare to wait a while for your order--our lunch for 5 took about 50 mins to complete.I had the pork shoulder and beef...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Aizan's Mini-Guide to Eating at Bludso's (YMMV):Order the angus beef ribs and sliced beef without sauce. They're perfect as-is. I love how the marvelously succulent brisket is sliced very thinly along...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. I'm so glad that Bludso's wasn't around when I briefly worked in Compton. I would probably be 40lbs heavier, and have some major clogged arteries. The place is a hole in the wall joint, with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bludso's receives an "Approved" stamp from a former texan girl, no joke.So every Tuesday or so, when the meat itch hits me, I always look forward to those tender and juicy rib tips, kick-ass pork...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Bludsoe's! Not only do they have the best BBQ, but also they are the warmest and most friendly people! Let me begin w/ the food....now I've had what was supposed to be best Texas BBQ in Texas,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh boy...I ate so much at Robert's Bludso UYE!! It was definitely a lot of great BBQ. I've heard so much about this place and now that I came and conquered... Bludso's did not disappoint. Kevin and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beef Ribs are phenomenal!The brisket is really good too, but the beef ribs are ridiculously good!Huge portions, friendly staff. There's not much seating so I think it would be wise to plan on eating...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I luv me some great BBQ. I don't think there's much more I need to write about the food here. I wanted to give a big shout out to Kevin and crew for the great job they did on catering my Birthday...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have traveled the US, been to many BBQ meccas...Texas, Missouri, Kansas City and Chicago (some say). I know BBQ and have eaten at some legendary spots like Smitty's, Kreuz, Salt Lick, Arthur...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After participating in the UYE at Bludso's today, I am literally floored. The brisket and rib tips were orgamiscally delicious. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would.Kevin and the other...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Never thought I be eating in Compton. Sure glad I came though. I just got back from Robert H Reloaded BBQ here and I am a stuffed pig. Two plates of this delish BBQ was very good. I thought about a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not really a bbq person.. i must say... it sure was tastyOrdered the TEXAS SAMPLER to try all their meats.I really .. I mean really like the BRISKETand PORK SHOULDER. Usually when I order...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On Memorial Day, we got there when they just opened at 10:30 am and already there was a line. We waited 1/2 hour in line and another 1/2 hr to get our food. Overall, it was worth it for the price,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This update is not due to a return trip to Bludso's for more Q but our attempt in trying to finish the mountain of leftovers from the original visit. Now, as you can clearly see from my initial...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Talk about hole in the wall... this place doesn't disappoint at all. The meat from the ribs and pulled pork literally fall into your mouth. This place is full of yummy goodness... not too much of a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Moist. Sweet. Spicy. Flavorful. Delicious. It's all true, this place serves great Texas-style BBQ and it's well worth the trek into South LA. I won't even try to compare Bludso's with an establishment...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first leaned about this place on the Yelp. with so many great reviews I had to try it out. The reviews was right on the money. My husband and I drove to the middle of the hood to taste their great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good customer service I recommend the ribs and collard greens. BBQ lovers and none will enjoy the food.
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, this is an honest 5 star. The people are great, i even got to meet bludso himself. They are awesome nice genuine people. The Brisket to die for, the beef rib to die for, the hot link so goooddd,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 Stars!Can you say "Good Lawd?" After reading Quinlan F's. review yesterday, I had to try Bludso's today. I got their Texas sampler with the beef ribs thrown in and an extra 1/2 lb. of rib tips on...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was just another day.Im mashing on the 91 freeway headed east. The patience I had saved up after a day at work was running thin with all the other drivers that begin to crowd the freeway on this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered the two meat lunch combo with two sides; all for the lunch special price of 9.50$. I chose pork ribs and brisket, greens and baked beans. The pork ribs were among some of the best I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best bbq sauce I have ever tasted, and believe me I've tried them all.Great ribs, bbq tri tip, baked beans, everything from here is sinfully delicious. My office even caters once a year from here,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
-Chris Kim's 100th review special-Go here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*** i tried a bbq lunch combo today ... good deal. ***i got the brisket and ribs w/ 2 side orders of greens.why 2 sides of greens? b/c they had NONE last time.although they charged a lil more for the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THIS IS WHAT BARBECUE IS ABOUT!!!!Bludso's has caused me to change my ratings and top-ten list of favorite barbecue places. Bludso's, beyond the shadow of ANY doubt is the best barbecue in LA,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Bludso's after I checked Eric T's review. Yummm love it. Person behind the counter was very nice :) I've been to many bbq places where they all have attitude and this one actually smiles,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
DUDE... WORDS CANNOT DO JUSTICE to BLUDSO's. THIS PLACE HAS THE BEST RIBS I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE (and I have had a lot of BBQ). I also tasted the BBQ chicken but the RIBS are a CUT ABOVE anything...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been to compton before. my bf was asking me why are we in compton and try at this restaurant that has "blood" in it's name. hahaha. Yelpers, i could risk my life for food. that's how much i...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeap, I'm confirming all other reviews for this hole in the wall. Every good things that were said about this place are true. Bludso bbq is plate licking good. I was a bit apprehensive about the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what can i say that hasn't already been said? i try to be stingy with the five stars, but this place truly deserves it. maybe all the vodka's finally causing my memory to fail, but i swear this is the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything that has been said about Bludso's is true. Bludso's may be a hole in the wall, but it has some of the juiciest ribs, pork, deep fried turkey, and desserts you'll ever sink your teeth into....
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yep. Still the bomb. Tuesday lunch special--1/2 lb rib tips and 1 side fed me 2 satisfying, non-itis meals. $5. And they totally give you more than a half pound. Bomb.
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are very few businesses that just get it. They understand what it takes to deliver the best experience for their customers. This is one of those places. If I could give more stars I would.The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, it's another 5 star review for Bludso's. I hate following the pack, but there's no way on earth I could give them anything less than a 5 (I honestly wish I could give them more).The bf and I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tried other spots recently. I love you Bludso's. I didn't mean the 4 stars.
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say, this place really lived up to its hype. The food was EXCELLENT. A coworker and I got there at about 11:45--a good time to avoid the lunch rush. First of all, it's a total hole in the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is truly as good as it gets for bbq. After flying into LAX, we decided to stop off here since I've had it bookmarked forever. We pull in around 11:30 am and thank goodness there's no line. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Our last stop of our bbq hood crawl. I would say this is just below Phillips' in my book. Especially comparing the ribs. The winner here was the sides. The mac and cheese were sinfully good. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
texas-bred, i am extremely picky when it comes to bbq. when i heard the bbq here was texas-style, i had to join in on Robert's meat fest. it's still NOT the best bbq i've had. that's in texas,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's not enough stars for Bludso's.They deserve the barrage of positive Yelp reviews as of late. Despite unimaginable success as the new darling of Yelp and Chow, their food and service are still...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Mr. Bludso, Please open your second location in Pasadena. Forget about Manhattan Beach and Torrance. Those people don't know 'que. They wouldn't know good bbq if it ran up to them and started...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay. My food has finally digested from Robert H's BBQ feast, so I think I can write now. RANDOM BLUDSO BBQ THOUGHTS FROM DONNA'S BRAIN:If I had to sum everything up in one sentence, it would be: I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How does one consume approximately 2500 calories in one meal? Go to a bbq event organized by Robert H. and catered by Kevin Bludso at his Texan bbq joint in Compton California. Okay...I don't know if...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Shut up and eat here. Seriously. The meat is cooked perfectly, with ribs showing off that sexy pink ring hiding under a crisp bark. Brisket so tender it falls apart when you look at it. Fried turkey...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok Ok. I'm getting grief from other yelpers for not giving Kevin's talents adequate props. So yeah, after letting it set in for a couple of days I would have to say that only a pussy would wine...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tried Bludso's this weekend and this is what I experienced: Pre-BBQ *Anger (We were stuck in horrible traffic) *Arousal (The hos were OUT on Long Beach Blvd and some of them were working it like it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I finally made it over to Bludso's today, and I must say my visit made me very sad. I was sad that I waited so long to give them a try!! TonyC told me about this place back in December. That's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Small space, no nonsense, just BBQ.Food was good, big focus on meat. We got the sampler for about $25 and it was just rediculous w/food. Sides are a bit small, but the meat more than makes up for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oooohhhhh, meat meat meat meat meat meat meat...meat meat...meat meat!I was singing that to the tune of Camptown Races. :)For some reason, that mantra starts to run through my brain as soon as I step...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has got to be the best BBQ in LA without a doubt. (Not that I have gone to any other places, so I am a little on the biased side). Coming from a NYer who passes through Texas just for a BBQ fix,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bludso's .... some damned Good Q.The Meat was Moist, Tender and very flavorful.Pretty much tried out everything via the $25 Sampler that Lawrence got and everything was damned good. And the price was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty darn awesome...and I don't even really like BBQ! ....or maybe I haven't found crave-worthy BBQ, 'til now...I had a 2 meat lunch special...went with ribs and the brisket... I chose baked...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I've been going here for the past month, but wanted to wait until I was able to try the beef ribs, which are only available on the weekends. They were worth the wait.Everything is just as...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hard to find something different to say than what has already been said about Bludso's! I would have to agree with all the positives people have wrote about this place. Got the Texas Sampler today to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was looking for a BBQ spot closer to my neighborhood and located Bludso's with the assistance of Yelp and was impressed by the accolades it received from the Yelp community. I grew up eating...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I finally found the best BBQ!! I just came back from buying a large sampler plate and we have food left over for tomorrow! The sauce is great, the greens are perfect and the the people are the kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Bludso's after reading the Yelp reviews and also to taste it to see if we would want to use them to cater our 20 year high school reunion. Kevin (I think the owner) was very nice. I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Easily one of the top bbq options in the area. While I give the slight edge to jaybee's, it comes down to a matter of personal preference. The quality of the q itself is top notch, but i was slightly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love their sauce but I had better brisket and ribs at other places. I would say tho that their sausages and sides beats other places though. I really liked the beans but I'm not crowning this place...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I started teaching at Compton College this semester so I wanted to try some local businesses. I found this place while yelping and was intrigued by the 5 stars. I went today for lunch, and I will...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i am a girl that loves BBQ and let me tell you - Bludso's has the BEST BBQ in town. living in socal, it is very hard to find good bbq (Lucille's, Beach Pit, Baby Blues, Burell's, Jaybee's and Johnny...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Headed out to Compton to see what everyone's talking about. Exited the freeway only to find lights were out on one street. Passing by a bank it looked like the place was robbed by the number of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy crap!!! I just watched Gangland of LA last night on National Geographics channel and I was SCUUUUURED of going into Compton. scuuuuured!but when i read the countless 5 star reviews of this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Securing the .50 cal from the sunroof-mounted Mercedes, I safed the weapon and locked it in the trunk while Jon dismounted and secured the perimeter. "All clear, Ms Z!" Cool, I thought, no gang...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here yesterday after finding it on Yelp. Not too far of a drive. I feel the need to be up front and point out that I cater BBQ for a living. I'm not trying to get secrets or compare. I just...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I checked my email today and saw this recommendation from Yelp talking about Fat Tuesday and BBQ and whatnot. I happened to be in the famed crime ridden, often rapped about, and supposed treacherous...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I caught a glimpse of the reviews on here and knew I had to try it out. I have had my fair share of meh BBQ experiences consisting of jay bees, baby blues and MM Soul Foods... I was really hoping I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This food is excellent. They advertise "Texas" style BBQ, so as a native Texan I know that means brisket. I headed straight for the brisket lunch and was amazed. I have not had BBQ even close to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My bf and I went to Compton, just to go try out this BBQ place. It is not a place to be hanging out or not the type of place you would sit and eat your food, but if you go there, you definitely want...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Are 10 stars possible?I went to Bludso's after seeing this place in one of my Yelp emails. First, let's go past the "omg it's in Compton" thing. Trick, please, I've been to worse places in Ontario. If...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yesterday, I held my Pleasure Palate foodie event at Bludso's parking lot. Kevin Bludso the owner set up a tent with tables and chairs for my party of 32. For $14 each person, we got to sample...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Used them for catering. They were on time. Worked with me and my companys American Express Card. The staff I brought the food to all loved it. They gave us a mix of ribs, chicken, rib tips, beef...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After reading all these 5 star reviews, I had to check out what all the hubbub was about. First of all, let me start by saying that I'm not a big fan of "American" BBQ. I know there's Texas,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm so sick of pretentious bullshit. I've had it up to the sky with the whole "act" of food snobbery and grand theft robbery. It is quite ironic that nowadays you will be robbed blind in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I needed to boost my sprits and bbq was my medicine. Drove down to Bludso's for pick-up (literally and mentally). Then a few miles further down to Johnny Reb's which made for a double pick-me-up....
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With four places down and one to go, the food coma was starting to set in. Stop #5 was my third favorite and a very close third behind Phillip's. We got our usual, one slab of pork ribs. Along with...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bludso's provides everything the BBQ aficionado requires. The meat is of very good quality -- not too fatty but tender. It's marinated so that it has the right texture -- not too moist. And the mild...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would like to continue the 5 star streak here for Bludsos. I was in Compton for work. Yes, work has been in the sh*thole lately and surprisingly, the place was the only silver lining to my trip in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to try Buldso's because of the reviews on Yelp. So, Compton, I have to admit not a place where i usually hang out but oh the risks we will take for good Bar B Q. Was it worth it? Yes. We...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow people wrote an essay for this place... its THAT good..Sunday afternoon my bf and I are looking for a bbq joint so i check yelp and this place is right down long beach blvd so we drive there and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I eat in Compton all the time (I have worked in Compton for 6 years). The food is delicious here. Best BBQ in Compton I have ever had. I like to get the delish pulled pork sandwich and greens. If...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would not call myself a religious man. Yet sometimes The Man touches me. Every time Smetana's tone poem, The Mouldau (Vltava), is played - usually the Leonard Bernstein issue - shiver slivers down...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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