BLUF - T&J Waffles is *good*. When I think of Chicken & Waffles, for me personally, this is what I…read morehave in mind. I personally don't like it when restaurants will serve their own take on chicken & waffles and it ends up missing the essence of the dish. That essence of what I look for in the dish is the foundation of the food at T&J Waffles. The chicken is crispy and juicy with great sauce options to go with the meal. The waffles are light, airy, and sweet (but not overly sweet). I tend to frequent T&J Waffles whenever they come as the food truck, so YMMV if you eat at the brick & mortar location. That being said, I don't feel like there's an inherent loss of quality by eating at the food truck. My recommendation is to eat the food as soon as possible. Chicken and waffles to me has a very short shelf-life where the crispiness fades away shortly after. I think the best way to enjoy is to dig pretty much right away. Definitely check out the spot if you enjoy chicken and waffles! Side note: they have other options too that look delicious, but I can't not order the chicken & waffles when I go.

My dad can't stop talking about this place. I drove him to an appointment and afterwards we decided…read moreto grab some breakfast. I opened up my Yelp app to see if I had bookmarked anything nearby and T&J's Waffles was the first spot that popped up. I didn't know it was walk up location. I was all prepared to sit at a table and have breakfast, but I was already there and I wasn't leaving without food. My dad and I both ordered the classic breakfast platter. It came with two waffles, probably three eggs (we added cheese so that was extra), 4 slices of bacon, and 2 sausage links, and hash brown. The waffles were such a cute shape and they were delicious. I can't confirm this, but I imagine it's their own special batter. They were very generous with the scrambled eggs and I didn't even have to add salt & pepper. I like that there were two meat options. I just wish my bacon wasn't all stuck together to form one piece. Also, the bacon could've been cooked a little more. It was a little fatty and I like a little more crisp. The star of the show was the hash brown. It definitely seemed like it was homemade. This may have been my first time having a homemade hash brown. I'm not sure what they did to it, but here's my guess. It looks shredded potatoes, mixed with green onion, and maybe some cheese, that was packed like a patty & shallow fried. My goodness, I should've ordered some hashbrowns to go so I could eat them for the rest of the week. The platter was so good, I didn't even mind having to eat it in my car. Lol. It was filling & $16 well spent.

After hearing great things about this place for years, my better half and I finally decided to…read morecheck it out on another stop celebrating my birthday month, and it turned out to be an excellent choice! From the moment we walked in to being seated and enjoying my delicious lemon drop martini, everything flowed perfectly. Our server, Vicky (sp), was friendly and helpful, especially when recommending an appetizer. We went with the crab balls and ordered a half dozen large crabs. The crab balls were generously sized and packed with crab, though they tasted a bit salty to me. My husband, on the other hand, thought they were just right, even adding more salt! The crabs came out quickly and were delicious! fresh, heavy, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was warm, clean, and welcoming, which was much appreciated given how cold and windy it was outside. While we didn't use the side porch, I've heard it's heated, which sounds perfect for future visits. The menu is expansive with plenty of tempting options, including some Louisiana (my home state) favorites like gator bites and frog legs, so we'll definitely be back. We wrapped things up by taking two slices of Smith Island cake home and I can't wait to dig in!

Crabs were outstanding for being the beginning of the season…read more Had a nice menu selections for those that wanted fish. Highly recommend!

El Sabor Chapin A…read morehidden gem right in my neighborhood that I somehow overlooked until now. This bright and colorful food truck caught my view as I entered the Sunoco gas station in Hickory Ridge Village Center off Freetown Road in Columbia. I placed my order, then checked the air in my tires and got gas--two birds with one stone! By the time I returned, my lunch was ready. They serve freshly prepared Guatemalan-style food with very generous portions. I ordered the tacos choosing 2 flavors each of chicken and steak, burrito filled with tender steak pieces and then a Carne Asada burrito. The flavors were delicious, ingredients were fresh and nothing was overly spicy. Sliced cucumber and radish with sauces topped each dish and the service was friendly with no long wait. A convenient spot for a quick, tasty bite. I'll definitely be back to try more.

I heard about this food truck and was super excited to go check them out! They offer Guatemalan…read morecuisine. I heard that the lines can be long but when we went on Saturday around noon there was no line and the wait for our food was around 10 minutes. Just like everyone says the portions are huge! Each meal can easily be split with someone else or saved for a later meal. I really loved the torta, it came with refried beans, lettuce, a special sauce, steak (you can choose the meat), all on a super soft bread. The tacos come loaded up with meat, the steak wasn't the best I've had but the chorizo was phenomenal! The drink options are limited, but if you've never tried coconut water that would be my recommendation. There were some tables right next to the food truck available to use. It was the perfect day to sit outside and enjoy our fresh food. The person who took our food order was super friendly, patient, and happy to answer any questions. I'll definitely be back, and will probably order a torta again. I've also heard great things about their quesadillas!

Been here couple of time. It was good everytime. Quick great tacos. The parking lot has a bit of…read morespaces. The barbacoa probably is the best thing they have there.

Giant tacos, excellent price, speedy service, delicious green salsa, and fresh toppings…read more The chicken was a little dry, but the barbacoa and chorizo were savory, tender, and delicious.

The best taco truck in HOCo! Happened to drive by the place…read moreand decided to give a shot at their food. Apparently they are pretty well known to taco lovers. I was so in hurry to eat them and forgot to take pictures. I will definitely update with their pictures next time I stop by. The service was great and truck is clean! I love the fact that they don't require tips!!

English barrier was tough to the point I got quadrupled charged (not even kidding, they had to give…read moreme cash back). Food brought it up to a 4 star - would've been a 3

Amazing, mobile, brick oven pizza! Had the pleasure of eating at Sharp's At Waterford Fam. Would…read morenom nom again!

ummmmmm yummy!! I…read morehad a chance to taste this slice of heaven at the 2014 Wine in the Woods. Really Im sad that they are no where near me!! Anyway I ordered a BBQ Chicken pizza! mmm mmmm so good. The service was friendly and the they informative on the different types of pizza they had to offer! If you see the truck get a slice

I had to do another review for this AMAZING taco food truck. When I say delicious, I mean it! Today…read morewas my first time trying their BBQ beef taco. The beef is soooo tender,moist and delicious. Like a tender pot roast! Run don't walk to this hidden gem of a food truck!

This is the best taco truck around!! The taste is out of this world! Workers are friendly too!read more

These were hands down the best tacos I've ever tasted. I usually stay away from corn tortillas, but…read morethese were phenomenal -- fresh, slightly crispy, and absolutely delicious. We tried the Birria tacos, which were loaded with flavorful meat, along with the shrimp tacos that packed a pretty decent punch. My favorite, hands down, was the sauce on the shrimp tacos -- it brought everything together perfectly. Great food, great people and definitely a spot worth visiting again.

Birria tacos. Unreal. Usually I stay away from them because it feels like they're the trendy thing…read moreto order and most places they're not seasoned great. Great seasoning and flavor here. Both the green and red salsas are delicious too. The service was super helpful with recommendations and also very quick. 5 minute turn around. It's a taco truck so I was happy they had picnic tables with umbrellas and even trash cans. Not trashy around and tables were good wood. Must try.

We love Mikes gelato! The gelato is quality and has some fun flavors. They are always at the hot…read moreevents either with their truck or push carts. Recently the truck came to my block because a neighbor had them park there. It was so popular they ran out of gelato! That's how good their product is. The service is also quick and they are happy to give samples, which is good when their menu is slightly different every time. Also follow them on insta. They usually have some fun specials or different products around holidays.

Attention dessert lovers in Ellicott City and Columbia, MD! Are you craving something sweet? Look…read moreno further than Mike's Gelato! Indulge in his incredible, creamy Artisan Italian ice cream that promises to take your taste buds on a delicious adventure! Don't miss out--check out the link to find out where the gelato truck will be parked next. Treat yourself today! Service- Always excellent customer service. The gentleman was pleasant, and helpful with recommendations. I opted for the cookies and cream. Ambiance- A great opportunity to be outside @mikesgelato https://mikesgelato.com #pickyapproved #pickyfoodieapproved #icecream #gelato #columbiamd #ellicotcitymd

We stumbled upon Traveling J's at the 2nd Annual All Hallow's Flea and couldn't resist. With two…read morefood truck options--burgers (always a solid standby) or Middle Eastern fusion--we decided to go for the more adventurous choice. Best decision of the day. Even with the huge crowd, Traveling J's was running like a well-oiled machine. Two people--just a chef and a cashier--were absolutely cranking out orders while still keeping the line moving fast. Impressive! We narrowed our choices down to two items to split - Gourmet Grilled Cheese + Garlic Cilantro Fries (upgrade) and Hummus with carrots & cucumbers. Add two cold drinks and our total came to $28.62. Not bad considering the generous portions. When we opened our to-go boxes, we were seriously impressed. The hummus was smooth and creamy, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with spices. The fries were crispy (not soggy!) with just the right kick of garlic and cilantro. And the grilled cheese? Perfectly toasted, melty, and stuffed with sweet, crispy bacon. Cheese was oozing, bread was golden, and it was everything a grilled cheese should be--and then some. The portions were more than enough for two hungry adults, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I even made sure to compliment the chef--he looked like he'd been hustling nonstop to keep up with the crowd, and it showed in the quality. Next time, I've got my eye on their fried Halloumi cheese. It looked AMAZING coming out of that truck. Bottom line: Fresh, flavorful, filling, and run by a hardworking duo who know what they're doing. Traveling J's is officially on my "must-eat-again" list.

From the owner: I am a young aspiring chef and business owner with a love for food, Traveling, and experiencing new…read morecultures. When I travel I get inspired with the food so I can bring it home to my area. My food is all homemade nothing canned or frozen. All fresh from the garden.