Saw this place on Yelp and decided to give it a go. It's smaller than what I saw on the photos. It seats about 15 people if that. Menu is much smaller than expected for what we thought was a Korean restaurant. Personally felt the food was okay. There wasn't much seasoning to it as normal Korean food. The fries however stole my heart as they stayed hot until the end. I've never had fries stay hot like they just came out of the fryer like that. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. read more

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Elite Squad Event at Luna Cat Collective - June 10, 2026 I had such a great time at the Elite Squad event at the Luna Cat Collective in Ellicott City. The entire evening was organized beautifully, and it made for a perfect first event since being accepted into the Elite Squad earlier this year. Ive never been to Jumbo Jumbo Catering and my first time trying it was at my first Yelp event which was provided by Jumbo Jumbo Chicken Tea, and I tried the tofu, chicken, and green beans -- all solid choices. There were also coffee pastries available for dessert, but by the time I made my way back up, they were already gone. I really enjoyed the tofu and the chicken was good but I would have preferred a less breaded version maybe because I'm on a weight loss diet. overall everything was pretty good and I plan on making my way to Jumbo Jumbo for more of that tofu! read more

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We called them at 8:20 to order carry out, and they told us the kitchen was already closed. The closing time is listed as 9:00. I'll pass. read more

This was my second time here and it was very consistent in taste and freshness. I ordered the beef noodle soup which was a pregnancy craving of mine. It was very fresh and the beef tender. My husband ordered the chicken and it was crispy and flavorful. The service was great and the server told us about the Taiwanese dishes. I love that they have an eating spot and it's nice and chill to enjoy your food. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Spicy Chicken Wings Combo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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Great food. Great service. I brought my kids here after visiting for Maryland Day and we loved it. Staff was very attentive and accommodating. read more

This small modern spot had a cozy feeling when I went inside. They have a few tables on the side. The cashier was very friendly and helped me navigate my order. The food......this was my first time trying this style of chicken. It wasn't my favorite but I can understand the people that do like it. There was a decent crunch and a dry hot rub. I like a wet sauce better. There wasn't a sticky totally crispy outside which a lot of places in the Ellicott City have. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Taiwanese Chicken Combo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Overall: delicious fried chicken, large portion sizes, reasonable prices, kind service, in a super small fast-casual spot with a single stall restroom with no changing table. The inside is simple with only a handful of small tables that fit 2-3 people each. The fried chicken and green beans were incredible and I will definitely be back for them. The wings, beef noodle soup, and noodles with spicy sauce were all fine but nothing Is return for. It was pretty empty while we were there, the food took about 10 minutes to come out, and the plastic utensils were not quite strong enough for the job. read more

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summary: a small shop that sells all sorts of things from bubble tea, to fried chicken, and even noodles. Flavor is great, but there are some things I think worth noting before dining here. As far as service goes, there's a person that takes orders and brings the food to you, but that's basically all of the interaction. I feel like the restaurant wants to be more of a grab & go place vs. a dine-in place. There's about 4 tables set up and it's pretty crammed in a small hallway (no tables exceed 3 seats). This is an odd complaint, but they use some of the flimsiest plastic utensils I've ever used. The actual dining logistics aside, we came for the food and it didn't disappoint. I personally found the Taiwanese Fried chicken to be the star of the food. It's perfectly crispy and has a great flavor to it. The mango habenero wings had good flavor, but were on the slightly sweet side for me. The noodle dishes had good depth of flavor. The string beans were kind of meh for me. All in all, they have a great menu of options, but you may want to consider carry/take out if you have a big party. Will definitely come back for more. read more

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Never been here. We were in the area for a viewing. A good friend recommended it - her kids favorite place. I ordered the Taiwanese chicken combo. I also got their spicy fried green beans - it has a good taste but I prefer a much crunchier texture. Overall everything was YUMMY!!! Service was good and the food came out piping hot. So much food for another meal until my 20 year old son ate all the leftovers (see photo). Small place so definitely more of a pickup spot. read more

My go to Taiwanese popcorn spot! Their chicken is perfectly seasoned and fried. Service is pretty fast, and they are always so nice and accommodating. Jumbo jumbo is SMALL, with just two tables & a handful of barstools. I typically order mine to go. I'd recommend getting the popcorn chicken vs. the combo, combo comes with rice and sides but I feel that the regular chicken is worth more bang for buck (I also have rice at home all the time haha). I've tried their minced pork dish too, and while it was fine, I'd highly recommend their popcorn chicken!! They also sell drinks too, and I'm hoping to try their bubble tea next time! read more

Jumbo jumbo is a classic boba and Taiwanese chicken place. If you haven't tried it, you definitely should! Their food menu isn't extensive but they serve extremely fresh and crispy Taiwanese chicken! This location is small with only a few tables and some counter space. Their food is about $8-15 for reasonable portions. Definitely worth checking this place for a quick bite, or your boba fix. read more

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Yummy Fried chicken bites, perfect pairing with bubble teas. This place reminds me of Taiwan for sure! read more

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Absolutely in love with the food at this place. We always get the popcorn chicken and fried green beans -- both 10/10 and so fun to eat with toothpicks! Also love their rice bowls as well. P.S. the beef noodle soup is nothing special but everything else at this place makes up for it read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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I love Jumbo Jumbo! I wish it came to Northern Virginia. I was on my way back from a road trip when my friend and I had a hankering for Taiwanese popcorn chicken. We were close to Ellicott City, so we decided to stop by here, since he's never had Jumbo Jumbo. Everyone was super nice here, and everything came out within 15-20 minutes (mine took longer, since I had more to-go orders). I like that there's spice levels for people, and that there's a lot of different options for people with certain tastes/ dietary restrictions. I will say that the "mild" for the popcorn chicken doesn't have that much heat, so I might go for the spicy next time to get heat (I ordered a mild + a black pepper). The tofu looks good in the pic, but became super soggy within 5 minutes of receiving the order. I think I might skip out on the tofu next time, but it usually isn't like that each time I order. The squid ran out, but I would order that next time. There were only about 2 staff members during the Saturday afternoon rush, so I might recommend getting 1 more staff member during that time, as it was fairly busy (all seats were taken and there were a few people in line). read more

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I love this spot for a quick lunch! Their chicken is always so well seasoned and crispy! I also got their tofu dish which has a great texture. Great price and great portion sizes here! They offer a variety of items and it's overall a very chill place with great food! read more

"Authentic Taiwanese Flavors You Can't Miss!" Jumbo Jumbo is a true treasure for anyone craving authentic Taiwanese fare. From the moment you step in, the cozy ambiance and friendly service make you feel right at home. The standout dish for me was their Taiwanese fried chicken--it's an absolute game-changer! Perfectly seasoned with a crispy, golden coating, each bite was packed with flavor while staying juicy and tender on the inside. It's hands-down the best I've had outside of Taiwan. Their bubble tea was equally impressive--smooth, flavorful, and paired with boba so fresh it was like they made it to order. You can tell this place takes authenticity seriously, honoring traditional flavors while keeping everything approachable. Jumbo Jumbo has easily become one of my favorite spots. Five stars isn't enough for the quality, care, and love that goes into every dish. I'll be back soon! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - fried chicken - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Came in close to 1pm on a Sunday and we just beat the post-church rush. We ordered the beef soup, their house chicken and string beans, all of which were amazing, very close to what we experienced in Taiwan. The place seats 8 adults comfortably and is mostly set-up as a take out place. The cashier was very nice and even though was the only one working the front, she still brought food to our table, which was very kind. I also had their Jumbo Jumbo Thai tea (powder base) with red bean topping and 50% sweet. Our food was delicious and hot; drink helped to calm down the spiciness of the string beans and chicken. Perfect snack or if you get the rice combos, quick lunch place. We will be back! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Taiwanese Chicken, taiwanese Fried String Bean, and Beef Noodle Soup - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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After watching a food reviewer talk about how good the taiwanese popcorn chicken was i had to come check this place out. a small milk tea looking shop, the specialties are definitely it's fried chicken, boasting a massive portion at a reasonable price. service was very friendly and fast, with a clean interior that felt modern and like a small cafe. Regarding the food, the chicken was definitely good but nothing outstanding. big crispy pieces of chicken were juicy and flavorful, but i found myself craving a bit more salt to enhance the savoriness. Furthermore, i wish the sides included more veggies or pickles to help cut through the richness as after a few bites of chicken you definitely hit a wall of flavor fatigue. if that wasn't an option i think some kewpie mayo on top would also help to introduce a bit more complexity and solve the savoriness dilemma. overall, jumbo jumbo was a great experience with decent food at a fair price. I wouldn't come searching for this place again unless i had a very specific craving but it does it's fried chicken pretty well! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Taiwanese Chicken Combo with fries and vegetable pork rice - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

What my Taiwanese friend describes as street food, and what I'd call delicious & excellent value. The spiced fried chicken is the best version of "popcorn chicken" you'll ever have, and you'll be even happier if you get it with the rice & ground pork. As in all Asian cultures, rice is never a throw-away side. Their rice is just right (cohesive grains, slightly sticky but not clumped). With the ground pork, it's a small entree by itself. The seasoned fried string beans, steaming hot and fresh? Yes please! I finished mine before even leaving the parking lot. Delicious. All the portions are generous. There were a number of people waiting for their tea orders when I was there, but I think the hot food is the star attraction. My 2nd time here and very pleased-- hope they make it, despite the somewhat obscure location in this Ellicott City strip mall. Highly Recommended. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - The best fried string beans you'll ever eat - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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Food is just okay not amazing need help smells good service is great I have no more to say won't go bk

There are several Jumbo Jumbo locations but this has probably been the best I've been to! I went yesterday around lunch time and it was unfortunately very quiet. The establishment is clean and service is attentive and quick. I ordered the Taiwanese chicken combo with tofu and squid balls (the chicken alone is good as well!) They've organized delivery companies into different signages "uber eats, grubhub, etc" and I appreciate how clean it is during these times. My only complaint is that their bathroom is currently unavailable to the public (even paying customers). If I'm ever in the area, I'd be happy to return for their boba! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Taiwanese Chicken Combo (I ate most of it before taking the picture and there's still so much left)! - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

My carryout food order for 6/25/23 was prepared incorrectly by the kitchen staff. The Taiwanese chicken combo did not have ground pork on the rice while the pork chop combo was missing a boiled egg. Unfortunately, I didn't know this until I returned home. I recommend checking your order before you leave the restaurant. Kitchen staff here are getting less reliable and dependable. read more

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I love love love this place. I almost want to move to Columbia just for this place. The chicken is amazing the boba is great too. If I'm ever in the area, I would definitely stop by again. Some of the snacks were out when I was there so I definitely would come back to try something else. Service was top notch as well. Highly recommended this place! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Customized boba drink - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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The chicken was absolutely worth the trip to go get. We've been back since and introduced it to friends. 10/10 great balance of crispy and spicy. read more

My eyes were bulging when the Taiwanese chicken combo came out. The portion size was generous and HUGE. Definitely is enough to feed two people or make two meals out of it if you have a modest appetite. I had leftovers for lunch the following day. Although they are known for their Taiwanese chicken, I thought the seasoning was overpowering and too strong for my preference. I did, however, enjoy the ground pork, rice, and the seasoned hard boiled egg I got on the side. I would get the ground pork, rice, and egg again. When I had the leftovers the following day, I dipped my chicken into Chick-fil-A sauce and that helped make the seasoning less strong. I also got the taro bubble tea which was tasty. Service was great. I was warmly greeted coming in. She told me when she brought me my food to let her know if I needed anything. Upon leaving, I was acknowledged and asked how everything was. The cafe is small with three tables with two seats and some counters that you can stand and eat by the windows. I am a neat freak so was thoroughly impressed by how immaculate the cafe was including the restroom. It got my stamp of approval. Lol. The only thing I would change is replacing the air hand dryer with paper towels because I heard from a study that said hand dryers are unsanitary. I would return to try the pork chops, squid, and the delicious bubble tea. Tip: If you sign up for Fivestars you can earn points towards rewards as follows: - 20 points: 1 free topping - 50 points: 1 free small drink - 150 points: 1 free snack size Taiwanese chicken read more

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I was craving fried chicken and was in the area - and coming here made my lunchtime so much better!! Got the Taiwanese fried chicken combo with an almond milk tea. Let me tell you -- the chicken was so juicy and smothered in seasoning/spices! You can also choose your level of spice. It had that perfect "popcorn" texture, and there was a lot of it too. I was very full, and me and my boyfriend were even sharing it! The other side of the combo was ground meat/cabbage over rice (another Taiwanese staple that I've had before) but it was a bit disappointing because there was very little of the ground meat/cabbage in this one, it was mostly rice, and wasn't particularly flavorful. Good thing the chicken balanced that all out! The boba was average to good; the best part was that the medium was quite large, although we did end up spending over $5 for it. The boba came out very quickly though. We came on a Saturday noon and it wasn't too busy. We were able to sit inside (4 small tables). Inside is clean and neat. Maybe because it's COVID times, but our food was served on a paper plate and plastic utensils, so it does feel a bit more like a fast food place. Overall, great value for great food! read more

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Came on a Sunday afternoon with a hankering for chicken and I wasn't disappointed! There are a few small tables for two against a wall, with decent space between each to maintain social distancing. Our drinks were brought out almost immediately and the food was ready in 5 minutes. The Taiwanese chicken was so crispy and juicy, and very well seasoned. The plate was piled high with chicken- I'd say over half of the plate was chicken and the rest was their ground pork over rice. The crispy Asian chicken combo was also very tasty. We were given 3 wings and 3 drums and they were all decently sized. You have the option to customize the spice level if you want! The dry spice blend adds a nice punch of heat to the chicken. The pork over rice was a nice side, but there was almost a bit too much rice for how much of the pork sauce we were given. We got to try their new mango habanero sauce (rolling out next week!) with our food- it was quite sweet and not spicy at all. I also ordered the lemon and oval kumquat tea and was pleasantly surprised by the flavor, although the lemon definitely dominated the drink. Half sugar was definitely sweet enough- I almost feel like I could have gone down a bit more on the sugar! Between the two of us, we probably finished half of the food we were given, and took the rest home as leftovers. This just might be my new favorite chicken spot in the area! read more

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Wow! I've been wanting to try this place for a while and I'm so happy I did. The chicken is amazing. We got mild since my daughter can't handle spicy. It was still fairly spiced but she enjoyed it. The fries were also good and also had some spices on them. The pork with egg and rice was really delicious! Loved the egg especially. I also got a Taro flavored bubble tea which was great. We will have to try more things next time! read more

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I typed in must eat on Yelp near Ellicot city and Jumbo Jumbo cafe popped up! I stopped by for some taiwanese fried chicken and it was delicious. I ordered it as mild and it still had a nice spicy kick to it. Eating here reminded me me of eating night market food in Taiwan! They also serve bubble tea and a bunch of other taiwanese treats. I can't wait to get back and try everything else out. In dining is currently closed but it looks like they do have a bunch of small tables on the side when they reopen. For the best taste chicken, I recommend eating it fresh in your car! read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

I came for the beef noodle soup and was pleased. Not impressed but pleased considering it's hard to find traditional Taiwanese beef noodle soup in the area. I also tried the fried combo and did not enjoy it. The chicken was okay. It was more spicy than flavorful. I wish there had been a sauce to dip with. The tofu was bland and the squid balls were just not my thing. They were very fishy flavored (normally I like squid or fish balls). I did ask for extra seasoned eggs and enjoyed them. Overall I would come back to try bubble tea and chicken wings but it wouldn't be my go to spot. Counter service was good. Fast turn around and friendly staff! Very clean facility. read more

Stopped in to try the Taiwanese chicken as we've never tried it. Called my order in-ready in 10 minutes which was sooner than I anticipated -good thing. Got here close to 4 pm and it was quite. For some reason I was expecting them to be busy but it was late afternoon. Got the Chicken Combo and also wanted an appetizer so asked the lady that took my order-fried squid or squid balls. Fried Squid it is. Ordered the mild chicken first and then put in a single order of spicy chicken after pick up as I wanted to try the different heat levels. Chicken was very good. Liked the pork and rice combo addition also-mixed well together and portions were substantial. Surprisingly the mild seemed more seasoned than the spicy and the spicy wasn't really much different from mild but it did have a slight ghost pepper finish. Squid was okay. Some of the pieces were chewy. Service was okay. Excellent via ordering process. That said, I didn't get the best response when I curiously asked if sauces came with the entrees-so don't make the mistake of asking about sauces. Mostly fried items with some noodle, pork, beef options & an extensive drinks menu. Will try the extra spicy next time to see if it lives up to the billing. read more

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TIP: Call ahead to order carry out for quicker pick up time. Delicious Fried Chicken and Boba options. ORDER: * Fried Chicken Combo * This entree comes with a generous amount of fried chicken with rice. There is a spicy and mild option. I opted for the mild option which still has a bit of a kick of spice to it. The rice came with some type of hamburger meat mixed in it. The food is flavorful and has a distinct taste. Chicken was crispy. You won't be disappointed. DRINKS: * Taro Milk Tea * Yum! This was made with perfection. It didn't have a powdery taste nor did it have chunks of Taro (which I dislike). The tapioca was make just right. It wasn't too mushy or hard. Very pleased with the Taro flavor. * Honeydew Milk Tea * It's hard to find Honeydew on a boba menu at the spots I've been to here in the area. Therefore, when I see it on the menu; I'm instantly filled with excitement because Honeydew is my all time favorite. The Honeydew was good. It had what I call the flowery aftertaste that I don't favor but the drink hit the spot. Again, the tapioca was made with perfection. * Strawberry Milk Tea * I didn't care too much for the Strawberry but it wasn't for me so I have no complaints [Yes, I got a swig of it - my company knows I do it all for Yelp!] SERVICE: The service was good. We were immediately greeted and the lady was patient with me as I was not prepared and indecisive. LOCATION/FACILITY: This spot is a tiny gem located in a shopping center right off Baltimore National Pike (Route 40) in Ellicott City. PARKING: Free parking in shopping center strip. SEATING: Indoor seating available. COVID-19: [August 2020] Due to the current pandemic; the indoor seating was closed. There is carry out which was quick and efficient. SUMMARY: Overall, this place is great. I have visited this place twice within a month. I plan on visiting again to try other items on the menu. read more

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Overall the food was great! There were a couple of dishes that I felt were too soggy when we got it because of the steam and the packaging. However, it was still yummy! Their parking lot can be a bit challenging. It is a side lot so sometimes it's easier to park farther away and walk up to it. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Good food and good service. I would recommend. Better suited for takeout in my opinion.

10/10 recommend. The Taiwanese popcorn chicken was flavorful, crispy, and just look at the portions! Same goes for the chicken wings. We got dry and spicy for both plates. The wings were slightly spicier than the popcorn chicken. As someone who loves spicy food, but can't handle it well, these weren't too spicy but definitely has a good amount of kick The combos came with a side of braised pork and cabbage over rice. They gave enough rice that you can split it between two people if you want. The also put enough braised pork for all of the rice, which I appreciate. I got a small plum green tea with 50% sugar and it was good as well! Reminds of the Chinese plum drink but less sour. They gave us a mango sauce for us to try. I personally didn't like it because I found it too sweet. However, if you have a sweet tooth, you'll like it (kind of reminded me of sweet chili sauce). Parking was easy to find. Came around 12:30 and the lot wasn't completely full. Their tables seat max 4 people though, so something to keep in mind if you're coming with a lot of people. Tl;dr generous portions of tasty food that's well priced. read more

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I went here as soon as I knew they had Taiwanese fried chicken. It is a different style "fried" chicken. It was quite good! I got the spicy and it was not too spicy at all. I ordered in the store for takeout and the food was ready in 10 minutes. I would definitely recommend the Taiwanese fried chicken here! I want to come back to try the bubble tea and all the other dishes. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Great food for the price. Fast service. Also has a small area for dining that is simple and clean.

This review is for the beef noodle and popcorn chicken only. As one of the few places that sells authentic beef noodles in the area, it's probably the best you can find short of driving down to Rockville for A&J's famous beef noodles. The soup base is solid, the beef is delicious and not overcooked, and the only small issue I have is that the noodles aren't "Q" or al dente, but honestly it's pretty good. The popcorn chicken is one of the best in the area, period. Crispy shell with soft, juicy, and not overcooked chicken. read more

Jumbo Jumbo Cafe - Beef noodle - Bubble Tea Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

If you're looking for a fast snack for the entire family I highly recommend Jumbo Jumbo! The fried chicken is made to order hot, fresh, crispy and spicy (if you want). I like how the boxes of chicken come with long toothpicks so you can share this treat with a friend and keep you hands clean. A lot of fried chicken places don't have anything green as healthy side. But jumbo jumbo has green beans as a healthy alternative to fries and they are delicious!! read more

The fried chicken was delicious, and jam packed with flavor. It is a bit pricey but the quality is worth it!!