Thanksgiving Takeout: OC Dining Deals & To-Go Restaurant Specials 2022

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — 'Tis time to gather and gobble! Thanksgiving falls this year on Thursday, Nov. 24.

If you wish to celebrate turkey day while leaving the hassle of cooking to others, Patch has you covered — with selections for all tastes and budgets at restaurants throughout Orange County restaurants.

Check out our annual, Thanksgiving dining guide, and scroll through the images above, for some of the best restaurant dine-in and takeout specials offered at eateries near you.

Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!

Know of other restaurants in your neighborhood with Thanksgiving offers? Share with readers in the comment section.

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ACAPULCO RESTAURANT & CANTINA: All-you-can-eat Thanksgiving buffet offered 11 a.m. 8 p.m. Nov. 24 with turkey, ham, apple-jalapeño stuffing, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, taco station, soups and salads, dessert bar with pumpkin pie, unlimited champagne and more. Adults $36/Kids $12. Details & reservations. A dozen tamales ($24), chicken, carnitas or sweet corn, also offered to order online or in restaurants. Find locale in Costa Mesa.

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AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC: Dine in midst of sea otters, puffins & other critters at buffet-style Thanksgiving Nov. 24. Menu: turkey; gravy; stuffing; mashed potatoes (vegetarian); Southern-style macaroni & cheese (vegetarian); Dorcas Reilly’s "famous green bean casserole" (vegetarian); cranberry marmalade relish; Chef Vanisha’s holiday salad of spinach, quinoa, dried cranberries, roasted butternut squash & feta cheese & blood orange vinaigrette. Seating is first-come, first- served. $85 per adult (ages 12+), $57.50 per child (ages 3-11), includes Aquarium admission. $65 per adult Aquarium member/ $42.50 per Aquarium member child. Reserve tickets or call (562) 590-3100.

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BASKIN-ROBBINS: The iconic, all-ice cream Turkey Cake is back in its caramel-praline glaze glory with two sugar cone "legs" & frosting garnish. Get $5 off any cake purchase of $35 or more when you preorder online with code TURKEY, or show mobile app coupon during checkout from Nov. 16-24 at participating stores. Order info. Location finder.

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BAYSIDE RESTAURANT: A chef-curated, three-course Thanksgiving dinner 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 24, features seasonal starters, traditional meal with all the fixings, choice of desserts, including pumpkin pie, & live music (4 p.m. to close). Special menu planned for children, along with a la carte menu. Reservations via (949) 721-1222 or online. $79/adult & $39/child. At 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach.

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BILLY'S AT THE BEACH: A Thanksgiving Eve Late Night Luau is planned Nov. 23, complete with tropical bites. On the menu: Kalua Pulled Pork Sliders; teriyaki-marinated Chicken Skewers, & Tempura Green Beans; island-inspired cocktails; plus lively night time atmosphere with waterfront views overlooking Newport Bay. At 2751 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Reservations recommended.

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BISTANGO: Enjoy a three-course, traditional Thanksgiving celebration, with live music, in the dining room or on heated open-air patio. Prix-fixe menu: $79 per person. A la carte menu & two-course menu for little ones also available. For reservations, go online here or call (949) 752-5222. At 19100 Von Karman Ave., Irvine.

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BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE: Thanksgiving is only day of the year the restaurant offers turkey, so don't miss out! In-house dining Nov. 24 ($11.99/ kids & $25.99/adults) offers classic menu with soup or salad, turkey, mashed potatoes, sage dressing, broccoli with garlic butter, roasted sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Or dine at home with Thanksgiving Family Meals To-Go in three sizes. Included: turkey; mashed potatoes; gravy; dressing; sweet potatoes; broccoli; salad; cranberry sauce; molasses bread; & pumpkin pie. To-go prices: serves up to four, $103.95; up to eight, $207.95; up to 12 people, $311.95. Reservations & online ordering. Location finder here.

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BOSTON MARKET: Thanksgiving options abound for dining on-site or at home. Select from: to-go, Hot & Ready-To-Serve Meals for 12, with turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, spinach artichoke dip, crackers, cranberry walnut relish, rolls, apple pie and one pumpkin pie; Catering starting at $12.99 per person; A La Carte for entrees, sides, appetizers or desserts; Thanksgiving Day Offerings of $15.99 meal with turkey or chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, roll & slice of apple or pumpkin pie. Info for ordering. Locations.

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BRIO ITALIAN GRILLE: Reserve a table for in-house dining Nov. 24 or pre-order Thanksgiving Feast To-Go. Menu options include turkey & such classic sides as stuffing, mashed potatoes, veggies, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie, plus Italian favorites from a la carte menu. Takeout dinners come in two sizes: small for three people ($105) or large for six ($192). Pre-orders due Nov. 22. See reservation & order links. Locale in Irvine.

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BRISTOL FARMS: The SoCal gourmet grocer can simplify Thanksgiving plans with such takeout dishes as turkey, prime rib, spiral ham, salmon, vegan field roast in puff pastry, plus sides of cornbread stuffing, potatoes au gratin, mashed potatoes, candied yams with caramelized pecans, maple-glazed carrots & parsnips, Brussels sprouts, squash rissoto, vegan mashed potatoes & vegan gravy, and pumpkin crumb pie or apple cobbler for dessert. Find stores in Orange County. Order links.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Dine in or order takeout for Thanksgiving Day. Restaurants open Nov. 24 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. for traditional Turkey Day menu, plus Italian specialties. (See menus here.) Reservations here. Thanksgiving Packages To-Go feature turkey, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, Italian sausage stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie & add-on options of baked ziti, chicken carbonara & meatballs. Takeout orders due Nov. 22. Order info. Locations include Brea, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach.

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CAFE SEVILLA: Celebrate Spanish-inspired Thanksgiving, complete with a unique, three-course menu of Champiñónes y Crema soup, Estrella Damm (Spanish beer-glazed duck with garlic mashed potatoes & asparagus wrapped in jamón serrano) & deconstructed pumpkin empanada for dessert. Rustic seasonal cocktails also available. $49.50 per person & items available à la carte. Reservations strongly recommended. Live Latin music 5 p.m. - p.m. Details. Find locale in Costa Mesa.

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CHART HOUSE: Dine in or select Thanksgiving takeout Nov. 24. To-go family pack serves three to four with prime rib ($130) or turkey dinner ($105), with salad, sides & dessert. Pre-order by Nov. 18. On-site dining includes special, three-course menu with classics & Thanksgiving favorites. Info on both offers. Restaurant: Dana Point.

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CLAIM JUMPER STEAKHOUSE & BAR: A special Thanksgiving, three-course menu will be served 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Nov. 24, with entree choices of turkey, ham & prime rib, plus salad & pie. Takeout platters also available with turkey, ham or a combo, along with sides & dessert. Go here for orders or reservations. Location finder.
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COMEDOR AT LA CASA DEL CAMINO: Chef Glen Tinsley is crafting a coastal California-inspired Thanksgiving, prix-fixe menu ($65 per person) served 5 p.m. to close Nov. 24. Selections include fall squash risotto, farmers market salad, pork rib chop with cranberry-ginger chutney, pan-seared local catch & seasonal desserts. To-go sides available, too, with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green bean almondine & sourdough stuffing with pork belly. Pre-orders & reservation details. At 1289 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach.

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DEL TACO: Seasonal, fan-favorite tamales are back through Dec. 28! Wrapped in real corn husks with shredded pork, varieties include: Red & Green smothered with zesty red & tangy green sauces, sour cream & cilantro; and Chili Cheese with beef chili, cheddar cheese & sour cream. Available for two ($5) or four pack ($10). Find locations near you.
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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Get your holiday order ready! Choose from: Dickey’s Complete Feast for 10 to 12, with choice of ham, turkey, Cajun-fried turkey or prime rib, plus cornbread dressing, gravy, baked potato casserole, green beans with bacon, & rolls; Dinner Feast for eight to 10, with ham, turkey, Cajun-fried turkey or prime rib & dressing, gravy & rolls; or ready-to-serve Holiday Big Yellow Box, (feeds up to 12) with four pounds of turkey, large servings of baked potato casserole, green beans, cornbread dressing & rolls. Details. Location finder.

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EDDIE V'S: A luxe Thanksgiving meal will be served with hand-carved turkey & gravy, brioche sage stuffing, cranberry chutney, butternut squash, mashed potatoes & pumpkin pie tartlet. With live music & eye-catching signature cocktails, like the Smoked Old Fashioned, torched tableside on a wooden plank, or color-changing Hope Diamond. Reservations. Location: Newport Beach.

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EL TORITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: All-you-can-eat Thanksgiving buffet planned 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 24. (Marina del Rey locale will serve three-course, plated Thanksgiving meal.) Among buffect selections: turkey & ham; apple-jalapeño stuffing; chipotle-honey sweet potatoes; green bean casserole; taco station; soups & salads; pumpkin pie, unlimited champagne & more. Adults $36/kids $12. Info & reservations. A dozen tamales ($24), chicken, carnitas or sweet corn, also offered to order online or in restaurants. Find locations.

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EUREKA!: A pre-Thanksgiving “Drinks”giving will be served for late night "Hoppy Hour" with food & drink specials 9 p.m. to close Wednesday, Nov. 23. And starting Black Friday, a gift-card promo gets underway: Purchase $50 gift card & receive $10 bonus card; or buy $100 gift card & receive $30 in bonus cards. Purchase using link. Restaurant finder here.

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FOGO DE CHAO: The Brazilian restaurant will be open Thanksgiving Day with its prix-fixe menu of continual service of fire-roasted meats carved tableside by gaucho chefs, along with roasted turkey au jus, sweet potato casserole, Brazilian sausage & apple dressing, and cranberry relish. Children 6 & younger dine free with purchase of adult Churrasco meal. A Brazilian-inspired Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go for six also offered. Ordering & reservation info. Location: Irvine.

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GELSON'S: Plan ahead for a stress-free Thanksgiving with array of such pre-cooked favorites as turkey & gravy, ham, prime rib, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes & plant-based options like hazelnut cranberry roast en croute. Cornucopia floral centerpieces also offered Nov. 17-21. Food orders due by Nov. 23 for pick-up Nov. 16-24. Markets close early Thanksgiving Day. Info & ordering links. Find stores throughout SoCal.

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GOLDEN CORRAL: Choose from smorgasbord of dining options: Holiday Buffet with turkey, ham, beef roast & traditional sides; Holiday Feast To-Go featuring ready-to-eat meals for six to eight, plus pumpkin & pecan pies; or Holiday Meals To-Go — ready-to-eat meals for individuals & smaller gatherings. Open Thanksgiving Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info & ordering details. Find locations here.

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HEIRLOOM FARMHOUSE KITCHEN AT MARRIOTT IRVINE SPECTRUM: Celebrate Thanksgiving with decadent buffet featuring breads, cheeses & charcuterie, seafood station, mac n’ cheese bar & such classics as turkey, yam casserole, green beans & pumpkin pie. Adults: $89; child: $29. Reservations & menu. At 7905 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine.

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JOE'S CRAB SHACK: Thanksgiving feasts will be served Nov. 24 - for dine-in or takeout. Meal includes turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie. Adult: $23.99. Child: $14.99. Restaurant in Garden Grove. Details here.

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LUCILLE'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ: Pre-order takeout Thanksgiving Family Feast ($269.99 for 10 or more) with turkey or ham, sides & pumpkin pie, or the Thanksgiving Supper ($199.99 for six or more) with same menu choices. Orders due Nov. 22 for pick-up Nov. 23-24. Dine-in service also available 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Details. Locations statewide.

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MCCORMICK & SCHMICK'S: Along with regular menu, a traditional Thanksgiving dinner will be served. Options include starter of butternut squash bisque or salad, plus roasted turkey with sides. $35 for adults/$14 children. Details. Location in Anaheim.

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MIGUEL'S JR.: The seasonal favorite homestyle tamales, from chain's co-founder & Chief Recipe Officer Mary Vasquez’s secret family recipe, are available through Dec. 31. Order a-la-carte or pre-order online by the dozen, while supplies last. Flavors, the new savory chicken or tried-and-true chile rojo pork, can be mixed and matched. Find locations in Orange County. Website with order links here.

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MIX RESTAURANT AT HILTON ANAHEIM: Celebrate the holiday Nov. 22-24 with Executive Chef Juan Lopez's fall-inspired menu, feturing butternut squash soup, kale salad with roasted beets, dry cranberries & goat cheese, turkey, chestnut stuffing, ham, rib-eye steak, apple crumble cheesecake with caramel sauce & pumpkin brûlée tart. Reservations. At 777 W. Convention Way, Anaheim.

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NORMS: Pre-order to-go Thanksgiving meals that feed five or more & come complete with turkey or ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, soup, salad & pie from SoCal's iconic diner chain. Turkey dinner: $89.99. Ham dinner: $79.99. Pick-up Nov. 23-24. Order info here. Locations in Orange County.

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ORANGE HILL RESTAURANT: A prix-fixe, four-course Thanksgiving Day brunch (9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.), plus an a la carte dinner (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) are planned Nov. 24 at the O.C. hilltop hideaway. Brunch options include seafood platter, pumpkin chai pudding, dragon fruit Waldorf salad, turkey, steak & eggs Benedict, wild mushroom pappardelle pasta, mini pumpkin pie bites & bottomless mimosas. Dinner features chicken, filet mignon & more. Info & reservations. At 6410 East Chapman Ave., Orange.

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OUTER REEF AT LAGUNA CLIFFS MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA: Chef John Tesar’s coastal seafood eatery is prepping a three-course, Thanksgiving menu with such selctions as butternut squash soup, turkey breast with maitake mushroom, foie jus & roasted sunchoke, cacio e pepe & lobster agnolotti. Served 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24. $130 per person. A la carte children’s menu also available. Book via OpenTable. At Dana Point Harbor Drive and Park Lantern, Dana Point.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Thanksgiving offerings are available for in-restaurant or pick-up. The traditional dinner includes a starter choice, turkey, Ruth’s Sausage and Herb Stuffing, homemade gravy, cranberry relish, a side & dessert. Sides to-go also an option. See menu, ordering & reservation details here. Locales in Anaheim, Irvine.

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SAM'S CLUB: Member-favorite, pre-made items can be picked up for your Thanksgiving gatherings, while keeping costs down. Among options: Member’s Mark Hickory Smoked Fully Cooked Turkey - $2.48/lb (10-16 lbs.); Member’s Mark Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes- $7.98 (4 lbs.); Heinz HomeStyle Roasted Turkey Gravy- $4.78 (3 Pack, 18 oz.); Member’s Mark Brussels Sprouts with Onion Jam Parmesan- $6.92 (1.25 lbs.); Kings Hawaiian Original Dinner Rolls- $6.58 (32 pk.); Member’s Mark 12” Pumpkin Pie- $6.98. Check this link for details & other offers.
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SEASONS 52: The restaurant plans a Thanksgiving spread of such classics as turkey, cranberry relish, mashed butternut squash, sides, Pumpkin Pie Mini Indulgence dessert & a new Pumpkin Spice Margarita. For at-home feasts, Thanksgiving Green Box dinners serve four to six & include turkey, fixings, salad, & six Pumpkin Pie Mini Indulgence desserts. Available for pickup Nov, 23. Pre-orders & reservations. Location: Costa Mesa.

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SIZZLER: A Heat & Eat Thanksgiving dinner, that serves up to six, can be pre-ordered. The meal features 2 pounds of roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans with slivered almonds & sweet potato casserole. Nov. 22-23 pick up. Details here. Locations here.

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SPLASHES AT SURF & SAND RESORT: Dine seaside with panoramic ocean views on Thanksgiving, while enjoying such seasonal dishes as wild mushroom & madeira Soup, sea bass ceviche, saffron risotto, short ribs, pumpkin tart & more. Booking here. At 1555 S. Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach.

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THE CAPITAL GRILLE: Celebrate Thanksgiving with upscale twist with chef-prepared traditional dinner, including turkey with brioche stuffing, French green beans with Marcona almonds, cranberry-pear chutney, Sam’s Mashed Potatoes, pecan-crusted sweet potatoes with hot honey & pumpkin cheesecake. Or for at-home dining, order Thanksgiving side bundles for Nov. 23-24 pick-up. Reservations & order links. Location: Costa Mesa.

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THE MAYOR'S TABLE AT LIDO HOUSE: Executive Chef Riley Huddleston, at the hotel eatery with beach-house vibe, has crafted special Thanksgiving menu for Nov. 24 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Among gourmet dishes: confit turkey leg; black truffle gravy; pumpkin pot de creme; & more. Reservations & menu. At 3300 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach.
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TOUS LES JOURS: Dazzle family & friends with "Give Thanks" collection of sweet treats, including, Chestnut Cake (chestnut cake with mocha sponge & roasted chestnuts), Pumpkin Spice Cake (four-layer mocha cake & pumpkin spice buttercream), Thanksgiving Cloud Cake with fresh berries, & Cranberry Orange Yogurt Cake (white chocolate sponge cake with yogurt buttercream and cranberry spread). Ordering & location info. Sites in Orange County.

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URBAN PLATES: Keep Thanksgiving easy with heat-at-home, takeout Turkey Family Feast serving six to eight ($169.95). Includes herb-roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish, artisan bread & choice of two sides as creamed spinach, rainbow carrots & golden beets, Brussels sprouts & roasted sweet potatoes. Orders due Nov. 20 for Nov. 22-23 pick-up. Whole desserts also available. Hot ready-to-eat options, including Turkey Family Meal (serves four/$99.95) or Turkey Plate Meals ($23.95) offered Nov. 22-24. Check here for the full Thanksgiving menu options & order links. Find locations throughout Orange County.

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WALDORF ASTORIA MONARCH BEACH RESORT & CLUB: Three resort restaurants, AVEO Table + Bar, Bourbon Steak Orange County & Monarch Bay Beach Club, all are planning unique Thanksgiving menus for Nov. 24. Dishes will include turkey, harvest soups, autumnal sweets, along with a harvest breakfast buffet at AVEO. Reservations via Experience Planners at 949-234-3200. Info here. At 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point.

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YSIDORA RESTAURANT, INN AT MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: A four-course Thanksgiving spread awaits from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24. Among menu highlights: roasted sweet potato & apple strudel soup; California field greens salad; turkey with roasted poblano & corn stuffing; apple tart & pumpkin cheesecake. Starting at $75 per guest. Reservations. At 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

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ALSO SEE: Orange County Turkey Trots 2022: Guide To The Best This Thanksgiving

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FOR REGION-SPECIFIC THANKSGIVING DINING GUIDES:

• Thanksgiving Takeout: Inland Empire Dining Deals & To-Go Specials
• Thanksgiving Takeout: Greater L.A. Dining Deals & To-Go Specials
• Thanksgiving Takeout: SF Bay Area Dining Deals & To-Go Specials
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