Ruan New Star

Situated on Flatbush Avenue, Ruan New Star has weathered ownership and name changes, yet it retains a familiar local rhythm. While prices have nudged upward, most of the waitstaff remains the same, keeping the service steady. The feeling of stepping back in time is driven largely by the longtime clientele who fill the dining room. Visitors point to the kitchen's output as some of the best authentic Chinese food in this part of Brooklyn, noting that meals regularly yield enough leftovers to fill a takeaway doggie bag.