Pick from any of these Austin based restaurants when you want some wings and you want them now! Here in Austin, we love to eat and chicken wings are one of those menu items that don’t get boring. With all the options we have available here, you are sure to find the flavor explosion you’ve been looking for. Keep reading to find out what Austin has to offer in the realm of wings.
Pluckers Wing Bar
4.0 ★
Considered to be one of the best stops for wings in all of Austin, Pluckers Wing Bar is a local treasure that has expanded to over thirty locations in the area. For something like twenty years, Pluckers has turned into a major hit for those living in Texas. What began as some college kids wanting more than pizza or Chinese food has turned into a staple stop for wings that are notoriously full of flavor. Take your pick from five locations in Austin, no matter what side of the city you are residing, Pluckers Wing Bar is sure to be nearby.
Tommy Want Wingy
4.3 ★
What began as two brothers who just happened to be pretty good at making wings for their friends and family has turned into two locations in Austin that are reputable for their flavor, to say the least. From 6th St to Pickle Rd, either of the two Tommy Want Wingy storefronts will take care of all your flavor needs in the realm of chicken wings. For dinner or late night wings cravings, stop by the 6th St location from 6 pm until at least midnight every night of the week. If the cravings hit a little earlier, you can find Tommy Want Wingy’s truck on Pickle Rd in the Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden area for lunch or dinner from 12 – 9 pm. Both locations are sure to make you want to come back for more, even friends of the owners are known to stop by often.
Wings N’ More
4.0 ★
Specializing in American style cuisine is what Wings N’ More is known for in the Austin area. Along with an array of flavor filled wings, you can grab some onion rings, ribs, and plenty of other classic choices. You can’t go wrong with boneless or bone in wings in flavors like buffalo and honey barbecue. If there is still any room left after the meal, order up a slice of double decker chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream on the side. From appetizers to desserts, Wings N’ More has a reputation for giving you a solid meal with all the American options you know and love. When you have a group that wants to fill up on comfort food, Wings N’ More is the way to go. Find this homey restaurant on Howard Ln and plan to visit for lunch or dinner from 11 am – 11 pm every day.
HiWings
4.6 ★
Considered to be some of the best Korean style fried chicken that Austin has to offer, HiWings keeps a full house with customers who can’t get enough of this specific flavor style. Ask about the Garlic Lovers Chicken or Hot Chicken With Cheese plate and find out why Korean style fried chicken is its own version of perfection. Try out a different twist on fried chicken and make HiWings in Northcross Plaza on Anderson Ln one of your meal stops while you’re in the area. Take advantage of their expansive menu and see if there’s something new you’ve never tried before. HiWings is what you’re going to be talking about after one visit so stop by Tuesday-Sunday after 4:30 pm (they open at 12 on the weekends) and see what Korean style fried chicken is all about.
Texas Wings & Grill
4.2 ★
Affordable and easy to navigate, the menu at Texas Wings & Grill gets right to the point of giving you great wings, sandwiches, and seafood at prices that won’t break your budget. Find Texas Wings & Grill on Pond Springs Rd and get treated like old friends from the very beginning of your visit. This family owned local treat will have you wanting wings and rice platters every day of the week. Every day, stop by from 11 am – (at least) 9:30 pm and see what’s going on at Texas Wings & Grill. You’re not going to want to stop with just a plate of wings, the Gyro Rice platter sounds like a pretty good option as well.
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Wingzup
4.4 ★
Start out your journey with Wingzup by picking from six different ways to enjoy your wings. Original, golden, boneless, grilled, country, and smoked, every option offers something special for the customer who chooses to dine at Wingzup. Don’t get too lost in the sauce choices, they have everything from Raspberry Chipotle BBQ to Garlic Parmesan. These spicy (and non spicy) sauces are all made in house so you might want to mix the wings in your plate. Look no further than 41st St when you want some fair priced wings that can be as hot or mild as your pallet needs. Every day that you’re feeling the urge, head to 41st St and order up some Wingzup from 11 am – 12 am. Wingzup is all ready to serve you a basket of exactly what wings you’ve got in mind.
Toss Pizzeria & Pub
4.5 ★
Hand tossed isn’t just for pizza when you get an order of wings at Toss Pizzeria & Pub on 1st St or Bee Caves Rd. Pick from an Italian style wing sauce like basil pesto or something different like a curry dry rub. Though you will find classic barbecue and buffalo style wings, this selection has more to offer in the way of unique flavors that you will want to try out. From 4 – 9 pm at least, both of Toss Pizzeria & Pub locations are waiting for you to come by and chow down on some Italian food. The whole menu is full of cocktails, draft beers, and plenty of appetizers covered in cheese.
Halal Wings
4.2 ★
There is not much more that we need to say other than this, Halal Wings features a menu full of Mediterranean flavored chicken wings. Buffalo, curry, Mexican, those are a small handful of the available flavors at Halal Wings so head over to the Mueller Regional Retail Center on Barbara Jordan Blvd. As long as you don’t go on a Monday, the servers and cooks at Halal Wings are happy to hook you up with outstanding chicken wings from 11 am – 8 pm (10 pm on the weekends). There are even options for a 75 piece order, so consider Halal Wings for catering and give everyone a taste of what Mediterranean flavored fried chicken can be like.
The Rolling Rooster
4.3 ★
Not only does The Rolling Rooster feature their own version of the hot wings that we all can’t get enough of, this is THE place to get chicken and waffles. Anyone who has tried chicken and waffles knows that the specifics of a craving like that can only be handled by a big southern style plate from somewhere like The Rolling Rooster. Grab some fried pickles or “glorious” gizzards to go with your wings and find out more about The Rolling Rooster and their grand menu stocked with all the soul food you could ask for. Find them on Mopac Service Rd and come by any day from 11 am until at least 9 pm every night.
Frazier’s Long & Low
4.7 ★
For those nights that are about grown-ups only, Frazier’s Long & Low is the bar and restaurant that offers 8 wings for 12$ and features a vibe that can’t be purchased. Leave the kids at home and come to Frazier’s Long & Low on Elmont Dr any day from 12 pm – 2 am. Try out brunch on the weekends from 12 pm – 5 pm or order up some tangy Korean wings at dinnertime. Frazier’s is a low key spot that keeps good drinks and good times served with a heavy hand. When you need a break from the youngins and want to let loose with friends while also filling up on cheap wings, Frazier’s Long & Low is only a short drive away.
Black Sheep Lodge
4.3 ★
A lot of chicken in one sitting is what you can depend on at Black Sheep Lounge on Lamar Blvd. Pick from sauce or dry rub and they will serve you half a pound’s worth of jumbo sized chicken wings. This bar and restaurant is a dog friendly place to be and anything on their menu pairs well with their extensive drink menu. Take these wings with any of their sauce/dry rub selection, including Nashville hot and roasted garlic buffalo, you don’t want to miss any of this flavor. They make all of their dressings in house and don’t forget to ask your server about what the soup of the day will be and take advantage of whatever they have to offer. Every day, Black Sheep Lodge is open from 11 am – 12 am and wants to make your day with tasty jumbo chicken wings.
BBG’s
4.4 ★
Watching the game with food that will satisfy for as long as overtime lasts is exactly what BBG’s on 6th St is all about. Mango jalapeno, Sweet Hell, and Ghost Pepper are a small tip to the avalanche of flavors available at BBG’s. With this restaurant in particular, you are even able to substitute the chicken for cauliflower and make the vegetarian in your group feel seen for the wings trip. Active seven days a week, BBG’s is open from 11 am – 2 am and features tons of locally brewed beers to really get you in the mood to appreciate Austin.
Aussie’s
4.1 ★
Though the Aussie’s menu is not centered around hot wings in a general sense, you can order up their appetizer style “kangaroo” wings with a variety of sauces. Take a little trip to the closest thing to Australia that you’re going to find in the Austin area. Not only is the food out of this world, Aussie’s Grill & Beach Bar hosts a beach volleyball league that is an active part of Austin’s community. Take advantage of this island style getaway by planning a trip to Barton Springs Rd from 11 am – 12 am during the week, 9 am – 12 am on Saturday and Sunday. Pick the wings for an appetizer and whether you choose honey bbq or lemon pepper, Aussie’s is a solid choice for wings when you want to relax at the beach without driving all the way out to some sand.
Bender
4.4 ★
Pool tables, video games, and outdoor seating should be more than enough to convince you to come out to Bender on Bend White Blvd for some wings, drinks, and fun times. From 3 pm – 12 am every day (kitchen closes early, but they remain open until 2 am) you can taste any of the Bender buffalo wings in flavors from traditional to dry rubs and even sweet/spicy. If you come in Monday-Friday from 3 – 7 pm for Happy Hour, 2$ pitchers of beer mean even more fun for a great deal at Bender. With twenty taps that are constantly rotating, Bender is where you can take on a variety of beer along with wings and videogames.
CONCLUSION
Pool tables, video games, and outdoor seating should be more than enough to convince you to come out to Bender on Bend White Blvd for some wings, drinks, and fun times. From 3 pm – 12 am every day (kitchen closes early, but they remain open until 2 am) you can taste any of the Bender buffalo wings in flavors from traditional to dry rubs and even sweet/spicy. If you come in Monday-Friday from 3 – 7 pm for Happy Hour, 2$ pitchers of beer mean even more fun for a great deal at Bender. With twenty taps that are constantly rotating, Bender is where you can take on a variety of beer along with wings and videogames.
Next time you are in the mood for flavor that can’t be beat and is full of heat, any restaurant on this list is sure to have your back. Throughout Austin, there are tons of culinary delights and here at The Austin Insider, we are constantly covering topics like this. Be sure to check out past articles and take a look at our FAQ section to find out more about our #AustinPedalParty tour adventures!