The portions are very small and extremely poorly cooked. I have ordered the mushroom and chicken breast soup several times. It was basically just water, with a few mushrooms floating on top and some long strips of chicken breast. No greens, no seasoning, no flavor – absolutely nothing that would make it a proper soup.
I also ordered two portions of chicken noodles. Again, just some tasteless noodles – honestly terrible – and poorly prepared chicken. The food is definitely not worth the money.
Even though the restaurant is only 2 km away, I waited almost two hours for the delivery. The packages arrived wet. The whole experience was very disappointing. I absolutely do not recommend it.
Chinese and Seafood · Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford
Jumbo Chinese Restaurant
Open now Closes at 23:30 3.9 on Google · 174 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Wednesday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Thursday today | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Friday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Saturday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
| Sunday | 16:00 – 23:30 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directions51 Ballybricken, Trinity Without, Waterford, X91 VW80
- CuisineChinese and Seafood
- Price€
- Phone+353 51 876 838
- Nearest stationWaterford Plunkett Station · 740 m
- ServiceTakeaway
About Jumbo Chinese
Set on 51 Ballybricken, Jumbo Chinese is a Chinese takeaway in the heart of Waterford City Centre, Co. Waterford. The Chinese menu runs from crispy aromatic duck to wok-fried noodles and the Irish favourite, the spice bag.
It sits about 200 m from Beach Tower — roughly a 3-minute walk. By rail, Waterford Plunkett Station is the closest station at 740 m. It is one of 242 places to eat we list in Waterford City Centre. Nearby, Chick Chuck is only 30 m down the road.
Good to know: takeaway are available here. It opens every day from 4pm to 11:30pm. Diners rate it 3.9/5 on Google across 174 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning waiting times.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Chinese and Seafood |
|---|---|
| Type | Takeaway |
| Price guide | € (budget) |
| Google rating | 3.9 / 5 from 174 reviews |
| Address | 51 Ballybricken, Trinity Without, Waterford, X91 VW80 |
| Eircode | X91 VW80 |
| Phone | +353 51 876 838 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 53 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Waterford Plunkett Station (740 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Beach Tower (200 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 134 km |
| Coordinates | 52.25981, -7.11600 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Jumbo Chinese
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Jumbo Chinese
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€4.50
Mango Pudding
Chilled
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€14
Crispy Chilli Beef
Sweet and sticky with chilli
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€12
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Hong Kong style with pineapple and peppers
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€12.50
Char Siu Pork
Barbecued pork, pak choi, rice
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€12.50
Beef in Black Bean Sauce
Onion and peppers
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€23
Scallops
Black pudding, cauliflower purée
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of takeaway. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for chinese and seafood venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 16:00 – 23:30
- Sunset in Waterford City Centre today: 19:06
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 242 places to eat in Waterford City Centre
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
Waiting times
The staff ignored me when I went in there to order some food. I said hello several times but they continued to chatter in a language that sounded like Chinese. They turned, looked at me and continued with what they were doing.
I am not white or Asian and found their behavior very racist.
I am never going back!
Put through an order online at 11:15 paid over 30e and then about 5 minutes later they cancelled the order. Had to wait until the following day to ring them and was told it would be between 3 to 5 days to get them money back. Whoever answered the phone was in no way apologetic made it seem like it was my fault. Won't be ordering again
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Write the first reviewQuestions & answers
Where is Jumbo Chinese?
Jumbo Chinese is located at 51 Ballybricken, Trinity Without, Waterford, X91 VW80. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Jumbo Chinese open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 16:00 – 23:30.
What time does Jumbo Chinese close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 23:30 (Irish time).
Does Jumbo Chinese do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
What other restaurants are near Jumbo Chinese?
The closest alternatives are Chick Chuck (30 m), Ballybricken Take Away (80 m) and Hot Wok (90 m).
How is Jumbo Chinese rated?
Jumbo Chinese has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Google, based on 174 public reviews. Reviewers often mention waiting times.
What is the nearest train station?
Waterford Plunkett Station is about 740 m away, roughly 9 minutes on foot.
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