Jumboking — Restaurant in Mumbai

Jumbo King is a chain of fast food restaurants based primarily in Mumbai, specializing in the Maharashtrian regional dish vada pav. Established in 2001 by husband and wife Dheeraj and Reeta Gupta, the company was inspired by the fast food business model of McDonald's and Burger King.3 Jumbo King Foods Pvt. Ltd. is a franchisee-based company that operates across many areas of India. From its beginnings in Malad, a suburb of Mumbai, it has spread across the whole Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), as well as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Indore, Lucknow, Aurangabad and Gujarat.[1]An earlier franchisee of Burger King, the Guptas, on their visit to London, realised that fast food could also work in India. Vada pav was their first idea, as the food had to be portable.[5] In 2001, the Guptas opened their first restaurant at Malad, with an initial investment of ₹200,000 (US$2,600), which they borrowed from his family. The outlet was initially named Chaat Factory (Snack Factory), and vada pav was sold at ₹5, despite street vendors selling the same product for ₹2. The name was later changed to Jumbo King. Gupta faced opposition from his family, who thought he was wasting his MBA by selling vada pavs.[3]

Vada pav is a popular vegetarian dish native to the Indian state of Maharashtra, although it has been losing its reputation in past few years. The places where the food is now cooked and sold are often polluted, and it is considered a "poor man's food".[6] The people of Mumbai and Thane consume about 18–20 lakh (1.8–2 million) units of vada pav, with stiff competition mainly from the street vendors in the city.

As of 2010, the chain had 30 outlets in Mumbai, selling an average of 40,000 vada pavs every day, priced between ₹10 and ₹80 a piece.[7] As of August 2017, the chain now has above 300 outlets across various parts of India.

It repositioned itself as an Indian burger brand in 2015. Jumbo King launched a range of burgers, such as corn and spinach, crispy veggie and...

Jumbo King is a popular Indian fast food chain that has garnered attention for its pocket-friendly burgers, modeled somewhat after international fast-food giants but tailored to Indian tastes. A typical review of Jumbo King’s burgers often highlights its affordability, making it a go-to option for students and budget-conscious customers. Their burgers are priced reasonably, usually ranging from INR 30 to INR 100, depending on the size and variety, which offers great value for money.

One of the standout aspects is their Vada Pav-inspired offerings. The Vada Pav, a traditional street food in Mumbai, is reimagined in burger form, appealing to local tastes. Many customers appreciate this fusion, noting that the burgers have a satisfying spiciness and fresh ingredients. However, compared to larger chains like McDonald's or Burger King, some reviews mention that the variety and taste might fall a bit short in terms of complexity and flavor.

On the downside, the portion sizes might leave some customers wanting more, and the lack of meat options limits the appeal for non-vegetarians. Some reviews also highlight that the consistency of quality can vary between outlets, with certain branches serving fresher and better-made burgers than others. Overall, Jumbo King’s burgers are well-suited for a quick, cheap, and localized fast food experience, but might not satisfy those looking for premium or...

Good desi burgers or other way round achha firangi wadapaav you will get...staff is desi so I made mistake by asking for corn spinach wadapaav...and they said they don't have, since spinach is palak they don't know...and I was wondering this is my favourite nd always in demand...why have they skipped it from menu..(ek toh gine chune menu usmebhi katouti... NOO)..then I read there corn palak W. Nd asked them "hai na corn palak wo Kya likha he"...that time they realise spinach MATLAB palak...every1 is having smart phone with internet bt woh use karna aana chahiye anyway this is not our topic staff is not good specially girls jst talk minimum... Now it's turn of wadapaav regular is okay, paneer nd cheese 1 is good, corn spinach sorry corn palak is very good...thats all my experiences...go nd...