Noodlebox in Nanaimo

648 Terminal Ave Unit 107, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5E2, Canada

★★★★☆
(875 reviews)
Categories: Asian fusion restaurant Asian restaurant Fusion restaurant Gluten-free restaurant Noodle shop Southeast Asian restaurant Vegan restaurant Vegetarian restaurant

About

Wok-fired Asian street food. Noodlebox’s bold dishes start with premium ingredients, because we believe real food is always at the heart of great food. Every meal is made to order and highly customizable, providing easy options for gluten friendly & vegan diets. Real food, made fresh, with fire.

Website
noodlebox.ca
Address
648 Terminal Ave Unit 107, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5E2, Canada
Plus Code
5388+2F Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
12–8 PM
Thursday
11 AM–11 PM
Friday
11 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11 AM–11 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.0
★★★★☆
875 reviews

Most Mentioned

pad thai (16) chow mein (13) protein (13) management (12) peanut noodles (9) jungle curry (7) butter chicken (7) sparkling water (6) ginger beef (5) consistency (5)
5 stars
464
4 stars
179
3 stars
70
2 stars
52
1 stars
110
★★★★★
October 31, 2024

I recently ordered the Butter Chicken Rice at Noodle Box, and it was absolutely amazing! The dish was flavorful and packed with a generous amount of tender chicken. The portion size was perfect, and each bite was a delight. A big shoutout to Shakil, who provided excellent service and made the experience even better. The ambiance is warm and inviting, which makes it the ideal spot for enjoying good food in a comfortable setting. Highly recommend Noodle Box – tasty food and a great vibe!

October 22, 2024

Building is dirty, floors are nearly constantly sticky. Customer service is especially mediocre. I would rather take the food outside to eat off a bench than sit inside. The food is typically a coin flip between bland noodles in a bowl made to appear like food, and the best dish you'll ever have. I wish there was more consistency in my bi-daily 16$ slot machine.

October 12, 2024

Compared to every other noodlebox I’ve been to which is probably around 8-10 locations this one has an off taste to it as well as very bland looking colour. Went out of my way to get a spicy peanut noodlebox to eat in line for ferry and that first bite was a big disappointment. Had I been eating in the location I would have said something but I’m stuck with it. At least I am able to warn others.

★★★
September 3, 2024

Thai chow mein noodles ok but on the greasy side. Crispy chicken and coconut prawns overdone or maybe oil needs changing. Pool of oil on bottom of box

★★★★★
August 29, 2024

Great selection for meat eaters, vegans, or spice nuts. So versatile and accommodating menu. Got amazing service. And the restaurant is very spacious and inviting. Just that the restaurant is in a bit "rough" area. Had Tofu Pad Thai with zucchini noodles. Amazing. My husband's go to are spicy peanut noodles with chicken...As a family of four we paid around $70 with one drink. Special treat for us visiting Nanaimo.

★★
August 25, 2024

You could order the same dish yet it would tested totally different from each other so no consistency however taste is not bad just kind of a surprise for the buds, the person taking your order looks like she is being forced to be there every time I go there. like the food when they get it right , as it used to taste when they just opened. But as I said is not bad either way. On the other hand they have great hours and the place is clean with great music

★★★★★
July 28, 2024

We tried 4 different noodle boxes here and Yangzi and her team went out of their way to cater to our diverse needs. Excellent and very friendly customer service. Highly recommend it for an awesome and filling foodie experience.

★★★★
February 9, 2024

The noodles are great value - I got two meals out of the crispy Shanghai chicken noodles because there was so much. However the noodles were lacking flavour so it wasn’t my favourite. Place was clean and atmosphere was nice. I’d come back if they started using more salt

December 1, 2024

I have been there 20mins to closing twice now and it says open and turned away so I will be complaining to management also the online time doesnt match w the sign. But both times I have been turned away Im at the store going by the sign that states OPEN UNTIL 12AM FRIDAY AND SATURDAY ITS 20 TO 12 AND TOLD NO WE ATE CLOSED

December 1, 2024

Friday and Saturday states on sign open until 12am but 3 weeks in a row 11:30 & 11:40 twice turned away saying we are closed. And not to mention online hours states 2am . Lost me as a customer

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

best noodlebox in town much recommended to visit very tasty food i loved butter chicken served perfectly in portion and taste would love to visit again and again staff and management is very nice and positive keep it up guys

November 22, 2024

I used to go here everyday. Last 4 times I ve called no one picks up to take an order. Tried ordering online they won t confirm my order. Horrible horrible customer service. They won t even take ur orders anymore.

November 22, 2024

Tried calling 4 times, 40 min before closing and they dont answer the phone.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

This place is amazing, great food, great service and even the owner came up asking if we are enjoying the food. Definitely coming again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

We tried vegetarian noodle box. Jas the chef and his team went out of their way to cater to our preferred options Excellent and very friendly customer service. Highly recommend it for an awesome and filling foodie experience. Lot of Vegan & Vegetarian Options

★★★
October 22, 2024

If you are taking out a container and you ve ordered protein, make it s in there before you leave. The crispy chicken was missing in my order.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great food and serving size for the price. Not the best asian food I ever had, but $12 instead of $19 for a huge serving is great.

★★★
September 22, 2024

Fried rice is awesome and my favorite, but honey garlic chicken box that I tried was terribly sweet. It was like sweet rice and chicken.

Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Sept 2024 Update: My fried rice is terrrrible. Looks to be a young kid with no experience cooking the food. I have waaaay too many peas, carrots and bean sprouts and very little rice and the rice I do have in the bowl is mushy and bland. Such a dissapointment. I pay $15 for this meal and eat out less and less, I would expect my meal to be up to standard. Such. a let. down. Why. do. I. bother.... 2023- My spring roll order was incorrect. I ordered pork not veg. The sauce was incorrect. The price of all menu items has become outragous. The last time I ordered the spicy peanut was beyond bland. I could make it better at home. There is no more loyalty program (even though I was told it was being revamped and brought back and then never did)I have been a very loyal customer since the first chinatown location in Victoria so Im so dissapointed I try and give these restaurants a chance. The quality has gotten so bad.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Noodle box always delivers! and this store is no exception. Great service and great food!

Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Countless disappointments with the south Nanaimo location. Update: Continued bad experiences, dont recommend. I dont know why I expect it to get better, I guess I just have fond memories of the older locations in Victoria. I ordered online and left a tip in advanced, wish I could get my tip back.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Amazing people who work here. Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Absolutely excellent Asian food. Fresh, well cooked and spiced. Asked for medium hot and it was spot on. Grabbed a meal at 8pm stright off the ferry and will be going back tonight. Food

August 22, 2024

My boyfriend picked me up an order for a medium hot teriyaki box and it soggy and dry no sauce it was extremely sweet I called in and the lady said there was nothing she could do about it, when I got the wrong order she tried to lie to me saying my boyfriend ordered it that way but I was on the phone with him while he was ordering it. She would do nothing about it, I even offered to drive and bring my box in to switch it out and she said no. She just continued to argue with me on the phone about my order it was very unprofessional.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

No issues! Nice easy location for the Gabriola ferry. Very happy. Thanks!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Always a satisfying experience.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

A good amount of tasty food for a decent price! Mild-medium heat is just right for folks who dont want to blow their tastebuds apart! Food

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Hearty dish and lots of flavor. Very friendly team.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

A meal is always waiting for me, I go twice a week never disappointed always leave knowing Ive had enough too eat and smiling... Try it youll thank yourself!!! ;)

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Noodlebox is a favorite. The food is always hot, fresh and made with care. Super convenient, especially during COVID.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The food is affordable, fresh, hot and delicious. The store is very clean w/ comfortable seating. Nice open windows. The staff is lovely and helpful. Service is fast. Great spot for a quick bite

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Perfect lunch for a rainy nanaimo day

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Love this location, I have my go to meal but its always constant and consistent and delicious.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Excellent, fresh food served with courtesy

★★
June 22, 2024

Personnel were great but floors were so sticky and the white stools have a inch thick of dirt cleaning needs to happen.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The Port Place Noodlebox is not only convenient for those of us hungry pre/post grocery shop, but as a destination on its own serves up delicious food that is customized, fresh, and vibrant. If a great snack/meal isn t all you that you re after, you ll also enjoy their excellent and friendly service (shout out to the fantastic Yangi!). Highly recommend! :)

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Food is fast and excellent!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Always delicious!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Delicious, fresh food!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Always great food at noodle, enjoyed every bite! Vegetarian options: The crispy tofu is delicious! Parking: Free parking all around the mall Kid-friendliness: My kids love em Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access into Noodle box

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

I ordered the Thai style chowmein with chicken, and it was hands down the best noodles I ve ever had! The flavour was perfect and chicken was tender, juicy, and fresh. 10/10 recommend to check this place out

★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

First time eating Noodle box in Nanaimo. I Ordered Delivery with a work mate and it was pretty lack luster. We ordered sometime between 6-8pm -Not much chicken in the dish... Noodles were stodgy; It was pretty tasteless and I was annoyed at the cost for the quality & quantity protein/veg received. Will probably try & avoid but theres not much choice for food in Nanaimo.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Easy lunch

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Food was really fresh and delicious. Big portion size for the price

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Love LOVE the food here! The workers are all so nice and fast paced and the guy in the Kirby hat is super cute ;)

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Me & my partner had our dinner here at terminal avenue. Upon seing yang chou fried rice we were happy since we came from singapore. We ordered ramen soup & yang chou fried rice and it is savoury and very delicious. They have big portions as well & were so full. The place is clean and tidy. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Well be back for sure to try other food. Thanks for the delicious meal.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

teriyaki box is the best

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Fantastic place for a fast, but quality meal great service and reasonable prices

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Amazing food, had peanut box and butter chicken box, served really hot. Staff were friendly. Enjoyed the visit :) Vegetarian options: Crispy tofu Parking: In front of noodle bar

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Great food and staff will definitely visit again

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I missed the lunch time rush. They patiently waited as I double checked what ny daughter wanted. He actually talked with me. Asking me how I was . Most palaces apologize on my behalf for taking too long Food : 5/5 |

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I enjoyed my Noodlebox it was a small box but a mighty one , l like heat so I ordered med/hot found it extremely hot it over powered the whole box next time I think med will do just fine . Protein is a extra charge a little tight considering it s a extra charge ?

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

We enjoyed a great dinner. Service was amazing. The food was great and came quickly.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Awesome experience

★★★★
April 22, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Very good. Food

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Huge improvement since the new owner, Jaz, took over in Aug 2023. Super friendly guy. Crispy Shanghai chicken is my fav.

April 22, 2024

Apparently if you have any coupons from previous manager they wont honour them. Man was condescending. Lost two customers permanently and all friends and family. Nice job to save $15 buddy.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Exactly what you d expect with Noodlebox!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Very helpful, the friendly gentleman was able to give me recommendations that accommodated my allergies 10/10 love your Thai style :)

March 22, 2024

Every time I give this place a chance, they find a way to mess me around. This time they gave my food to someone else. Great job guys!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Very yummy food recommend!!!! Vegetarian options: Very good with all dietary restrictions Kid-friendliness: Very nice to kids

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Ordered the spicy peanut noodle box and was very delicious. Great amount of food for the price

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Delightful meal and friendly staff

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Excellent food and amazing service

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Lunch was great, fast, tasty and good portion size

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Absolutely delicious food! Very clean area and bathrooms. All the staff were very friendly, helpful, and happy! Great service!! Vegetarian options: Amazing vegan options!! The best chain for being vegan friendly!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Thai style chowmein was so good and we really liked the customer service of Amit Thapa We really wanna thank him and appreciate him for the service

★★★★
March 22, 2024

Vegetarian options: Its good Food

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Best in big city

★★★★
March 22, 2024

tight mon Vegetarian options: yeahh Food : 4/5 |

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Friendly staff, heathy, and the bowls are actually quite large.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

10/10 would come back! Very good noodles

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Amazing food and service. We drove in from Ladysmith! Hit the spot! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Fast, friendly, and tasty. Happy ro come here again :)

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Enjoyed butter chicken with burmese naan, its too delicious for a great price. Will definitely come back, great and friendly staff.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Amazing staff and good food

March 22, 2024

Second time I ordered chicken pad Thai and got home and there was no chicken in it.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Tasty food, great value. They were very friendly and accommodating.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

I had the black bean & garlic box with prawns & chicken breast! It was so good! I literally ordered a second one while I was eating because I wanted to have it for lunch tomorrow haha! Everything tastes so fresh & it was piping hot! 10/10 recommend!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Evan is the best cook. The service was impeccable. The food was divine. Ive had Noodle Box a thousand times and this, by far, was objectively the greatest moment of my life. I found God in that Noodle Box and I can say that heaven is the umami of life. Kid-friendliness: Kids love boxes. The noodles are in boxes = kids love noodle box, easy parenting strategy. Wheelchair accessibility: Wheely good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

I have been to many Noodle Box locations and I have never had food like this. It is absolutely exceptional. The drunken noodles were amazing. The atmosphere here is really chill. I really like it. I wish I lived in Nanaimo instead of Victoria. Hands down, I will be back.

★★★★
February 22, 2024

Food was decent, but yangzi was very helpful and ensured we were satisfied with our meals by giving us extra condiments.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Noodle Box downtown Nanaimo truly stands out in the culinary scene, delivering an exceptional dining experience. The vibrant flavors and high-quality ingredients showcase their commitment to excellence. The customizable menu allows for a personalized feast, while the attentive service and cozy ambiance create a memorable atmosphere. Noodle Box is a must-try for those seeking a delightful fusion of taste and convenience. Especially the staff and the owner himself were so kind to my friends and family. I really loved the place. It was a wonderful end to a good trip with an unforgettable food experience.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Had crispy Shanghai Chicken with rice. Pipping hot!! loved it!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Awesome Food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Excellent food with great service!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

The spicy peanut noodle box and the Burmese naan were amazing! Staff very polite and nice.. Vegetarian options: Quite a few vegan options. Highly recommend

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Butter chicken with that coconut sauce was great . They sure know how to turn up the heat. Very friendly and helpful staff.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

The service was cheerful, patient, and helpful. My uncle has specific dietary needs and they were very accommodating! The food was made quick and hot and was very flavourful. Great place for any group size to have an easy casual meal! We hung out for a while talking and never felt pressured to leave. Nice folks run the place! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free, spice levels, vegetarian options

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Exquisite food and spectacular customer service. Would love to come back again!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

The food is consistently delicious! And the staff are lovely, Vegetarian options: Lots of options! Kid-friendliness: My kid likes sitting at the bench watching the food be prepared.

★★★★
January 22, 2024

Food is excellent. Dining room was chilly cold. Staff friendly Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Good place, the food is good, and the service is great, specially Jas, who was so great and was really attentive :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Delicious! Big portions! Friendly staff!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

The food was amazing also this Yanzee girl is very accommodating.

★★
January 22, 2024

This place needs cleaning; tables are dirty with lots of crumbs and food left on them. Lots of garbage on the floor. I would not recommend to eat inside... Food is ok but takes quite long time to prepare.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Tasty food and friendly service, good work team

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Great food and very nice staff. Great location and atmosphere.

★★
January 22, 2024

Nice that they have vegan options but honestly the food was not great. Sauce was overly sweet and weird, we could make a better noodle dish at home. Also why are they asking for tips when you do everything yourself including pour your own water and the staff can t even bother to wipe the tables clean? Both tables we sat at were dirty and the manager walked up in a puffy coat and accosted us to leave a google review so this is it. Save your money and eat at home friends.

★★★★
January 22, 2024

Good food and a pleasant atmosphere, one caveat, be careful of the spicy rating Parking: Good usually

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

New owners, new Quality! Top shelf.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Excellent service with best food. Recommende everyone to visit .

★★
January 22, 2024

Spicy peanut bowl. Overcooked, too much sauce. Very sparse on vegetables. Wont be back.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Actual Asian food with real spice

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Mmmmmmmm, yummmer gummer, twas absholutely scwumptious

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Their after-sales service is satisfactory.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Smiling service, noodles prepared exactly as I wanted and served piping hot. Hit the spot!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

I come here at least once a week. Food is so good. And am a busy guy. What I like I can go for lunch and be back to work in a respectable time. And have a great lunch. Highly recommended it. Parking: Lots of parking. And short walk

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

The staff are friendly and the food was well prepared. I like experimenting with options of rice or noodles etc. I always order the Naan bread with dip and the veggy rolls too. There are inexpensive tasty add ons.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Pleasant staff, great food for a reasonable price. Lots of space and everything was clean. Mostly Wheelchair accessible including large washrooms and lower counter near the water to grab supplies, only counter not wheelchair accessible is the area were you order but the machine can be brought to the wheelchair. Spice levels are authentic, so make reasonable choices. Vegetarian options: Tofu is good, I made it vegan and it was delicious.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

The food was super tasty with big portion sizes! The spicy peanut noodle box and crunchy chicken was delicious. The staff was friendly and food came quickly. Can t recommend it more and I can t wait to go back :)

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Had fun

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Jazz is the best ever. Certified goat.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Jazz is the GOAT

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delightful and delicious! Love the vegan options here! Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan options Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian and vegan options

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great customer service, great food everyone I go. Looking for something spicy? They can hook you up!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food and excellent service! Vegetarian options: Easy vegetarian options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very good atmosphere and food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This location has incredible staff, generous portions, and delicious vegan-friendly options. Vegetarian options: Great vegan options

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love a box of noods.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Really enjoyed it, much better than other noodle boxes on the island, my order was done wrong but was immediately fixed upon request, no questions asked, very friendly and welcoming staff. Also love the chopsticks, other takeout places chopsticks arent this good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Yumy and fast

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Visited the restaurant with my family and ordered 5 meals. The service was very efficient and quick with the food tasting exquisite. Definitely would recommend

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious food, good spice options :> Decent vegetarian options as well :>

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Vegetarian options: Ok Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food is really good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food! Just too expensive , if I wanted to spend $25 for one take out meal I would order from an actual restaurant which is why I dont eat here as often as I would like ....super delicious though, iv liked almost everything iv tried! Vegetarian options: They make delicious tofu

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Came early didn t wait long. Good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was fast hot and delicious

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Services and inside was nice but the food wasnt good compared to the north end location

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome food awesome ambience Parking: During peak hours parking slot may vary. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food and friendly staff! Got service like a sit down restaurant.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Plenty of delicious food, served hot & with in incredible prices Kid-friendliness: all the foodstuffs highly liked by the children as spices are less & cooking is delicious Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good food and service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

See was great , excellent employee, she was smiling and with very good attitude

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Parking: Easy parking Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very cooperative @ food was too good @chef amit cooking is very nice @ receptionist jhang zi was also cooperative and helpfull @ when ever i come to nanaimo surely visit this place

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Foods are so delicious and I wanna come here again!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Quick service. And I would like to recognize Yangzi for being attentive and friendly. Thank you for the amazing experience.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent service and food !!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very yummy. I had the spicy peanut box. Love the creaminess of the sauce. Would pick medium next time instead of mild/med :) We want to come back to try each box

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A good spot to stop for lunch if you got an hour to spare. Wait times can be a little bit long. Food is always good and fresh though and very flavourful.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very tasty, and very filling :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very friendly team. Yummy food!

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