What is I.h.o.p.'s health inspection score?

I.h.o.p. has a SafeDine safety score of 73 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was I.h.o.p. last inspected?

I.h.o.p. was last inspected on May 20, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does I.h.o.p. have?

I.h.o.p. has 45 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is I.h.o.p. safe to eat at?

I.h.o.p. has a good safety record with a score of 73/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does I.h.o.p. serve?

I.h.o.p. serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

I.h.o.p.

Name: I.h.o.p.
Address: 4210 N CICERO AVE, Chicago, 60641
Rating: 73

4210 N CICERO AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 5/20/2026

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American•Old Irving Park

Ranked #14 of 18 in Old Irving ParkBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

10 inspections

Last: May 20, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

4.5

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-16 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 76/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (73/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

May 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

May

Jan 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jan 2024

2 inspections

1 intermediate

13 basic

Jan

Jan 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

7 basic

Apr 2025

2 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Apr

May 2026

2 inspections

1 high priority

8 intermediate

Inspection History

10 records on file

4 Complaint Re-Inspection3 Complaint1 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass

May 26

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Med

3 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−15 pts

May 26

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High5 Med

6 total1 risk factor

60/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10

Intermediate (5)

−25 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Apr 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 25

Complaint InspectionFail

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 RAT DROPPINGS IN MAIN PREP AREA ON THE FLOOR ON THE SIDE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN REAR BOILER ROOM, AND ON FLOORS IN CORNERS AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT ATTIC. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP ON AND DRIPPING FROM OUTDOOR GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE AREA AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2609966 DATED 01/03/2025. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: 49. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ALONG FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRIDDLES, STOVE, SURROUNDING STAINLESS STEEL WALLS AND SUPPORTS) THROUGHOUT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY AND WITH APPROPRIATE CLEANING MATERIALS TO ELIMINATE ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 55. OBSERVED FLOOR AND WALL ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE BELOW DISH MACHINE IN THE WAREWASHING AREA TO BE FILLED WITH SEALANT FOAM AND EXPOSED CONCRETE, NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESURFACE FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES IN THIS AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jan 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ALONG FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRIDDLES, STOVE, SURROUNDING STAINLESS STEEL WALLS AND SUPPORTS) THROUGHOUT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY AND WITH APPROPRIATE CLEANING MATERIALS TO ELIMINATE ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR AND WALL ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE BELOW DISH MACHINE IN THE WAREWASHING AREA TO BE FILLED WITH SEALANT FOAM AND EXPOSED CONCRETE, NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESURFACE FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES IN THIS AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED NON-FUNCTIONAL CEILING-MOUNTED REDUNDANT COOLING FAN IN THE REAR AREA OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, FILLED WITH SEALANT FOAM AND NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING-MOUNTED FAN TO THAT IT IS EASILY-CLEANABLE OR REMOVE FROM CEILING AND MAINTAIN SURROUNDING WALL AND CEILING SURFACES AS CLEANABLE.

Base deductions−16 pts

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High4 Basic

5 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ALONG FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRIDDLES, STOVE, SURROUNDING STAINLESS STEEL WALLS AND SUPPORTS) THROUGHOUT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY AND WITH APPROPRIATE CLEANING MATERIALS TO ELIMINATE ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR AND WALL ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE BELOW DISH MACHINE IN THE WAREWASHING AREA TO BE FILLED WITH SEALANT FOAM AND EXPOSED CONCRETE, NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESURFACE FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES IN THIS AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR AND WALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED NON-FUNCTIONAL CEILING-MOUNTED REDUNDANT COOLING FAN IN THE REAR AREA OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, FILLED WITH SEALANT FOAM AND NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING-MOUNTED FAN TO THAT IT IS EASILY-CLEANABLE OR REMOVE FROM CEILING AND MAINTAIN SURROUNDING WALL AND CEILING SURFACES AS CLEANABLE.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION DATED JANUARY 29TH, 2024 REPORT #2588752: VIOLATION #51 OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK FOR COLLECTING AND DUMPING DIRTY MOP WATER. MUST INSTALL SERVICE SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND NECESSARY BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES. NO SERVICE SINK OBSERVED ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON-IN-CHARGE TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ALL PREVIOUS VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−18 pts

Jan 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

8 Basic

8 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Basic (8)

−16 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK FOR COLLECTING AND DUMPING DIRTY MOP WATER. MUST INSTALL SERVICE SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND NECESSARY BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED SCRAPE SINK LEADING TO LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AND ADJACENT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO CATCHBASIN. All sinks in which food, utensils, and equipment are washed shall be connected to a catch-basin or be equipped with an approved grease trap in accordance with LAW.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED REAR DRY STORAGE ROOMS LEADING TO REAR EXIT WITH ITEMS STORED ON MILK CRATES. ALL MILK CRATES NEED TO BE REMOVED AND ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE STORED AT LEAST 6 INCHES UP OFF THE GROUND AT ALL TIMES IN ORDER TO CLEAN AND MONITOR FOR PESTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR REAR REAR EXIT NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED BROKEN MISSING FLOOR TILES AND UNEVEN CEMENT. FLOOR MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AND MAINTAINED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLES IN FLOOR/WALL JUNCTURE BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER AND BEHIND ICE MACHINE. MUST CLOSE ALL HOLES AND ALL FLOOR / WALL JUNCTURES NEED TO BE COVED AND ENCLOSED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING CEILING PANELS ABOVE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM.---ALSO OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILES IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR CEILING PANELS AND WALL TILES AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED STORAGE AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR WITH CLUTTER AND ITEMS ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA AND KEEP ITEMS ELEVATED OFF OF FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−16 pts

Jan 24

Complaint InspectionFail

1 Med5 Basic

6 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL BEHIND HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS, CLEAN SURFACES, AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST. RECOMMENDED RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS ON PREP SURFACE IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKETS ON DOORS OF 2-DOOR PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM GRILL. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED STORAGE AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR WITH CLUTTER AND ITEMS ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA AND KEEP ITEMS ELEVATED OFF OF FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING CEILING PANELS ABOVE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM.---ALSO OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILES IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR CEILING PANELS AND WALL TILES AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−15 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med2 Basic

4 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HAND SOAP WAS PROVIDED AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT THE COOK'S PREP LINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
NO WORKING THERMOMETER WAS PROVIDED IN THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE GRILL. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING DRYWALL AND UNPAINTED CEILING DRYWALL SECTIONS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND ABOVE THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REPAINT CEILING DRYWALL IN THE AFFECTED AREAS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE SINKS AND PREP TABLES IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE DISH WASHING AREA.

Base deductions−19 pts

May 22

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15--OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX 1/4 INCH AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.12--OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-201.11--OBSERVED CHIPPED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-303.11--INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−11 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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