LaNova
Williamsville, New York
Kickin' Bourbon Molasses

Popular and top rated Buffalo Chicken Wing establishment delivers a tasty new flavor.  These dark wings were cooked perfectly and were extremely sticky from the Molasses barbeque sauce.  Wings are large and "From the Pit."  This preparation is taking the lead in Buffalo as wings are first partially cooked by being deep fried and then char-grilled to finish.  Added a nice smokey flavor which came from the Bourbon and Char.  Caramelization occured nicely as the Molasses hits the heat and the sugars turned these wings a beautiful dark brown.  Combination of the sweet and fat made these a tasty treat after a dip into their chunky blue cheese dressing.  These were a sweet and savory culinary blend.

Check the LaNova menu out at
www.LaNova.com or on Facebook

May 2013
The Byrd House
Orchard Park, New York
Orange Cilantro
Jumbo Roaster Wings

Extremely unique location tied to a bowling alley with bar and food that is delicious.  Your chicken wings are cooked by a chef from the Culinary Institute of America.   Very interesting flavor combinations with a tangy and savory pairing known as their Orange Cilantro Jumbo Roaster Wings.  These wings are truly Jumbo and were fantastic in depth of flavor as the orange and cilantro sauce created a bright flavor that tempted the pallet which craved for more.  Did not expect this quality or flavor option from a bowling alley bar/restaurant.  We were pleasantly surprised and recommend our addition to the order which was to char them slightly.   In addition to an amazing menu and chef, The Byrd House also offers a chalk board of 20 craft beer options which was impressive as well and found customers trying a myriad of local and famous craft beer options with their chicken wings.

Check the Byrd House menu out at
www.thebyrdhouseop.com or on Facebook

Aruba Beach Cafe
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida
Grilled Jamaican Jerk Wings

Location, Location, Location!
Perfect beach location right on the water at Commercial and A1A just north of Fort Lauderdale.  Feels like you are in the Carribbean as you look out at the Pier, Atlantic Ocean and Beach.  Fantastic place to sit and people watch while enjoying their amazing food.  Grilled Jamaican Chicken Wings were marinated in jerk sauce, then roasted in the oven and finished on their Char-Grill.  Smokey grilled flavor abounds and the quality of chicken was amazing.  Shared some with my family recently and can't wait to go back to get some more.   Also known for their seafood, Aruba's has an amazing blackened Mahi-Mahi sandwich paired with their homemade Aioli sauce.  Really enjoyed this place.  Live music most nights and weekends and holidays are busy.  Wings are Worth the Wait!!

www.arubabeachcafe.com

February 2013
Leo's Pizzeria
East Aurora, New York
Honey Mustard/Cajun Wings

Newer Pizzeria and pub featuring a sports bar atmosphere puts together a great mix of chicken wing specialties.  Preparation is the key to a perfectly cooked chicken wing and these guys are getting it right.  Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside is possible with just the right amount of heat and balance of time and temperature.  Size does matter.  These wings were large and cooked to perfection.  Their honey mustard wings were deep fried and then finished on the grill and rival some of the best.  Their Cajun wings had a familiar Chiavetta's Buffalo chicken with vinegar flavor combo with a nice blend of spice and mild heat.  Great place for wings.
www.leospizzeriaonline.com

December 2012
Riley Street Station
East Aurora, New York

African Peanut/Mesquite Orange BBQ

Converted train station from the 1800's turned restaurant has unique flavors and interesting combinations for wings in East Aurora, New York.  Started with an unexpected flavor combination with the African Peanut Wings featuring sauce with peanut oil, crushed red pepper flakes, Frank's and Butter.  Great subtle peanut flavor.  Mequite Orange BBQ wings featured a mesquite BBQ dry rub, Frank's and fresh Citrus juice.  Enjoyed both wings loaded with flavor.  Next time will try their Japanese Ginger Lime Teriyaki Wings.  Nice location located next to the Classic Rink from the outdoor Sabres game from a few years ago.
www.rileystreetstation.com

November 2012
Adirondack Pub and Brewery
Lake George, New York
Medium/BBQ Wings

Great location on the main drag in Lake George, NY.  Operating classic pub and brewery-in-one makes this a destination wing stop.  Wings are large and nicely prepared.  Crispy preparation and "cooked on" sauce made for a nice full  flavor.  Proper blue cheese and celery made it a  classic approach.  Being a craft brewery, must recommend their  sampler which included (6) six ounce craft beers.  Atmosphere and adirondack decor was wonderful and staff was energetic.  Fun resort town with great beers and good wings.
www.adkpub.com

October 2012

Bar Bill Tavern, East Aurora, New York
Honey Butter BBQ, Sicilian Wings

Wow!  We found possibly the best wings we have ever sampled this past week.  Yes, we said it.  We would put these wings up against anyone's.  A busy little place that doesn't need to advertise much because they are always busy --because they have the best wings around.  Size, quality, preparation and presentation are second to none. Crispy, meaty and sauced perfectly with a unique presentation in a basket with wings on one side and drumsticks on the other.   They also carve roast beef sandwiches at the bar which is another Buffalo, NY staple. LOVE THIS PLACE.  The Holy Grail of Wings. Tuesday night is their 2 for 1 Wing Night if you sign-up on their website.
www.barbill.com