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World of Goo: A++
Quantum of Solace: A
Mantra restaurant, Palo Alto: B+
Skyline Chestnuts: A+
Fort Point, San Francisco: A-
Flower Drum Song (2002 version): A
Kahoo, Cupertino: A-

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