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    Ruby Chen's Restaurant

    3.3 (77 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for kids

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    fried chicken and rice
    Karen N.

    Well, here I am again. Actually, I've been here 4 times this week. I'd get my usual and didn't want to provide you with the boring details. Today, I'm writing a review because I never had Hunan Beef. The thought of getting out of my lane was amusing so I asked if they would make me the dish without any spice. I brought it to my car and was happy to smell that distinctive aroma where everyone asks, "What is that dish?" I am proud to say that I had that dish sitting shotgun. When I got to work and opened it up, I saw these tiny rabbit like droppings. Surely this wouldn't be right on top and I'm sure they don't have a pet bunny hopping around. I have nerves of steel and tried one. It's definitely a black bean, but what kind? In runs Google. They are fermented black beans! I love this family run business. The guy that sees me almost everyday needs to stop calling me ma'am. At the same time, I need to stop calling him sir. Back to the Hunan Beef. Very good. I'll go back and ask for a little spice. I'm that kind of risky.

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    Lea B.

    Needed somewhere quick to eat that wasn't exactly fast food and decided to give this place a try. It is located in a strip mall so there is plenty of parking. If you are trying to find it, it's the small place next to Autozone. As previously stated, the place is small, but there are 2 tables available if you decide to eat there. The menu is on the wall which makes it easier to just walk up and look for what you want. The prices are reasonable. I ordered chicken egg foo young which comes with gravy. The gravy didn't really have a taste but the egg foo young was good.

    Rebecca S.

    I'd say Ruby Chen's is a 2.5 star chinese strip mall restaurant. Mediocre food but very friendly staff, and a clean kitchen. I had egg drop soup (2.5/5)- too eggy Sesame chicken w white rice- 2/5 Egg roll (3/5) Wouldnt go here again unless I couldnt find any other chinese place. I would say if you want strip mall chinese, choose this place over others because it was CLEAN and FRIENDLY

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    3 months ago

    Good food. With Pleasant staff. I've gotten dinner to go many times and it's always satisfying.

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    This is definitely my wife and I's go to spot for authentic Chinese food in Broward! Great service. They are always fast.

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    The food wasn't very good. It was sorta tasteless. I ordered boneless pork ribs a and steak with mixed vegetables.

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    The food is okay and the price is reasonable. But the front of the restaurant with about 4 tables is kind of untidy and messy.

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    The rice was dry and the food is made in what seems a rushed fashion. The ingredients they use are cheap.

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    Dining area. More seating available on the other side of the entrance door.

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    Counter to order

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