There is an ongoing debate in wings circles about the preference between flat and drumette wings, so Gabriel’s Gate’s Jeremy Spector is working to bridge that divide with plump chicken deep-fried and then doused with sauces like garlic butter for maximum flavor.
Harlem mainstay Cafeteria specializes in comforting soul food, such as decadent mac and cheese and juicy fried chicken, complete with Alabama white sauce – an irresistibly tasty sweet and sour condiment to celebrate fried poultry! Don’t miss it.
Clara’s Bar & Grill
Clara Bar and Grill is a sports bar located in Bushwick that serves wings, burgers, mac & cheese, and other classic pub fare, drink specials, and TV sports programming. Their wings are delicious while service is prompt, making this an excellent alternative to those offering overpriced food served in a greasy style by overzealous fans!
Clara Driscoll designed lamps currently featured at New York Historical’s Gallery of Tiffany Lamps; thus, the restaurant is named to honor her legacy and celebrate this museum collection of Tiffany lamps. Operated by Oberon Group restaurants located throughout Brooklyn, it will open for lunch and dinner starting October 25.
Chef Christian Martena has designed an exquisite Italian menu showcasing different regions using innovative techniques with top local ingredients and premium European products to craft an unforgettable culinary experience.
All specialties are served with soup or Clara’s Garden Salad (Mesclan, Caesar, or Mesclun at additional costs) before an assortment of desserts and coffee are presented for dessert.
Clara Bar & Grill hosts various weekly events that are sure to draw patrons of all sorts: Monday nights feature 50cent wings with drinks & draws; Tuesdays offer free movie nights starting at 10 pm; and Wednesdays are pool nights – not forgetting occasional live bands or DJ performances at this lively establishment!
Mudville 9
Mudville 9 offers many great reasons to visit their bar, even though it isn’t your traditional sports bar. They have televisions, plenty of beer on tap, and an expansive menu – the wings here can be slightly salty but well prepared and crisp; other appetizers include buffalo shrimp or grilled cheese sandwiches – perfect to complement their meals with either draft beer or wine!
Mudville 9 offers a relaxing and inviting atmosphere, making it ideal for social gatherings with friends. Their service is friendly and attentive, while their menu boasts delicious cuisine at affordable prices. So, when looking for new places to dine out, consider Mudville 9.
Namkeen in Brooklyn stands out as a top spot for chicken wings in New York, serving delicious Spicy Maple Wings with pickles and chipotle aioli for those who like an extra spicy kick in their meals. Other flavors at Namkeen include Mexy Q, Soul Purifier, and Tandoori Masala for even more variety!
This restaurant is ideal for casual dates or sports-watching alike. Their extensive menu, featuring vegetarian items and delivery service, are two reasons for making them attractive choices. Plus, they even deliver your wings directly to your doorstep!
Clara’s is known for their delicious bar food, especially their wings. They are not overly salty or crispy, but their wings come with an incredibly thick blue cheese dip for maximum enjoyment. Their seasoned fries are also delicious and affordable, making Clara’s an ideal place to stop after work.
Scruffy Duffy’s in Hell’s Kitchen offers everything you need for the perfect sports bar experience, from televisions, a pool table, a dart board, and delicious wings without too much sauce to enjoy with cold beers – and that includes delicious wings that won’t create too much of a mess afterward!
Bar Coastal
New York offers plenty of choices when it comes to wings. There’s everything from classic Buffalo-style wings to Korean and Vietnamese varieties and barbecue/teriyaki sauces. Some locations even provide boneless wings!
Some restaurants take things one step further by hosting wing-off competitions, which are an exciting and entertaining way to determine who has the best wings in town and can even be held online, where visitors can vote on their favorites!
No matter your mood, these restaurants will satisfy your desire for spicy hot chicken wings or sweet and sour grilled versions. It’s a great spot to grab quick snacks with beer.
New York’s best wings tend to be deep-fried and served with various sauces. Many restaurants specialize in one style of wings and stay open late; others may feature appetizers and beverages – perfect spots to watch the game!
Bar Coastal in the Upper East Side is one of our go-to places for wings. Smothered in an irresistibly delicious sauce and served alongside crispy fries and mozz sticks, they also offer outdoor seating. Additionally, their staff are friendly and helpful while their food quality is incredible!
This UES spot offers traditional fried wings and more unique sauces that don’t fit the mold of Frank’s and butter, such as black pepper teriyaki or Vietnamese chile mango tingle sauces.
A few years ago, the people behind this no-frills bar started selling their wings at Smorgasburg and later opened a physical location. Their menu features fried and grilled wings in various sauces – including smoky bourbon and Thai chili – offering something for every palate. Be warned; some might find the wings spicy enough to warrant liquid courage before digging in!
International Wings Factory
New York City offers plenty of places providing wings, but this establishment stands out. Their wings are perfectly crisp and topped off with sauce reminiscent of old Victorian bars – plus, there is also a large screen for sports fans and an inventive menu that includes peanut butter & jelly wings or Caribbean jerk rub offerings!
Blackbird’s is a neighborhood restaurant beloved by locals for their exceptional bar food (honey BBQ, homemade jalapeno poppers, and burgers), but their plump chicken wings genuinely deserve a visit all on their own – be they Buffalo-style wings smothered in honey BBQ, Buffalo or medium/hot Buffalo hot, medium or even Alabama white sauce (an irresistibly sweet mayonnaise-based BBQ sauce that packs an unforgettable punch of sweetness, saltiness and deliciousness) or maple chipotle/sweet chili sauce or Alabama white sauce (which boasts sweet notes that won’t disappoint any foodies!).
Basement Wing in West Village is an institution often filled with NYU students. This loud, cheesy establishment serves some of the best wings around, honey barbeque being one of their signature flavors, but they offer several others, as well as their famous fried pickles and trainwreck fries!
This restaurant may not specialize exclusively in wings but takes its craft very seriously. With careful attention paid to skin texture and the variety of flavor profiles available – their Madame Vo wings offer a combination of smokey, sticky, and spicy Asain flair!
Gabriel’s Gate graced the cover of Bon Appetit magazine in 2018 for its delectable wings – satisfyingly juicy, crunchy, and saucy, all in equal measures! Its eclectic atmosphere in an 1860s rowhouse includes animal heads hanging on its walls, an original tin ceiling from when the place was an antique shop, and pew seating.
There are three Brooklyn locations of this popular chain offering the city’s favorite chicken wings: their signature Buffalo-style version is sure to please, while there are more than a dozen wildly inventive combinations you can order as an add-on with other Postmates orders.
