Best Wings in Manhattan
Based on 0 critic and audience reviews analyzed across Manhattan
Buffalo, Korean, jerk, or dry-rubbed. Manhattan wings come in every flavor and heat level.
Chick Chick
“An Upper West Side chicken shop where the wings are double-fried to a shatteringly crispy exterior while staying juicy inside.”View more →
Fish Cheeks
“A NoHo Thai seafood restaurant where the fish sauce wings are legendary — sticky, sweet, and savory with a caramelized glaze and a hit of lime.”View more →
Bodega 88
“An Upper West Side bar and restaurant where the wings are a neighborhood obsession — perfectly fried, generously sauced, and available in flavors that range from classic buffalo to creative seasonal specials.”
Madame Vo
“An East Village Vietnamese restaurant where the caramelized fish sauce wings are a must-order appetizer — sticky, deeply savory, and finished with crispy garlic and fresh herbs.”
Blondies Sports
“An Upper West Side sports bar where the wings are the real draw — large, meaty, and fried to a perfect crisp.”View more →
Old Town Bar & Restaurant
“A Gramercy pub since 1892 where the wings are a bar-food benchmark — plump, crispy, and tossed in a classic buffalo sauce.”View more →
Nowon East Village
“An East Village Korean-American spot where the wings get a gochujang glaze that is sweet, spicy, and deeply umami.”View more →
Ginger and Lemongrass
“A Lower East Side Vietnamese restaurant where the wings are tossed in a sweet-and-savory fish sauce glaze with crispy shallots.”View more →
Dan & John's Wings
“A Murray Hill wings specialist with a straightforward approach — big, meaty wings fried until golden and tossed in your choice of sauce.”View more →
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
“A Harlem BBQ institution where the wings are slow-smoked and then finished on the grill, producing a deep, wood-fired flavor with a slightly charred, caramelized exterior.”
Melt Shop
“A Midtown fast-casual chain where the wings are crispy and well-sauced, making for a solid quick lunch.”View more →
Melba's
“A Midtown outpost of the Harlem soul food institution, serving wings that are seasoned with Southern flair — crispy, juicy, and served with honey hot sauce on the side.”
Lion's Head Tavern
“An Upper West Side tavern near Columbia where the wings are a neighborhood go-to — generously portioned, well-fried, and served with classic blue cheese and celery.”View more →
Lagos Restaurant and Lounge
“A Times Square–area Nigerian restaurant and lounge where the wings are seasoned with West African spices — a unique take on the classic that brings suya-like heat and aromatic warmth.”
