New Belacan

New Belacan is never empty, but it's never full either. It's one of those places you wonder about how they're still in business. I've seen this place under new management quite a couple of times. Every time, it's usually a hit or miss but mostly a miss. Sadly, this time was yet another miss.

I ordered the mee goreng. It was just very lackluster. But what it wasn't lacking was grease. I tried my Dad's chicken curry and the chicken was dry. The curry wasn't bad though. My mom had the fish head soup with rice noodles - I actually really liked the broth so I guess if I do find myself back here again (unlikely), that is what I would probably order.

Service was slow, which is a no-no for a restaurant on 8th Ave. We Chinese people are an impatient people. While this level of service would have been appropriate in Manhattan, it doesn't quite fit in this Brooklyn neighborhood.

There are a few other Malaysian options in this area, so you might be better off at one of those.

Great Malaysian food.

My favorite restaurant in the area. Great food great service and fast.

My parents have known the owners for quite a long time so eating there is usually very pleasant. The food is just as good as Malaysian food can get around this neighborhood - not the best, but not too bad.

This is a Malaysian restaurant and coming from Malaysia, I have to say the food here is indeed delicous and authentic! I have been here several times for dine-in and take out. The food has always been consistently delicious and fresh and cost less than the other Malaysian restaurants in the area. Their noodle soups and rice dishes are less than $5 but their servings are huge. The best thing about this place is the food is not greasy. I recommend the Curry Noodle Soup and Penang Prawn Noodle Soup.