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Every season has its quintessential comfort foods.
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Summer is a time forbarbecueandhot dogs.
In the fall, there’spumpkin spice.
And the holidays are for eggnog, gingerbread, and of course, thatMcDonald’s Holiday Pie.
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January, though, belongs tochicken wings.
With so many wings to choose from, it helps to have some guidance from the pros.
So we asked chefs for their favorite wings, and where they order them.
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For some, the more classic the better, while others opt for more innovative options.
These are 22 restaurants that serve the best chicken wings in America, according to chefs.
The sauce, while classic, is “done right every single time.”
For a chain, Yoakum likesWingstop.
It’s my way of paying tribute to the simplicity and flavor that I love about their wings."
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Another chef who loves Wingstop is Jeff Chanchaleune, of Oklahoma City’sMa Der Lao Kitchen.
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“Fried is king, though.”
Underwood also loves the cacio e pepe wings he makes forThe Jones Assembly.
“you could’t go wrong with either option for your next order of wings.”
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Specifically, those from fast-casual Korean chain,Bonchon.
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Ruchit Harneja echoes Kenney’s sentiments about Korean-style wings.
A local Houston restaurant calledDak & Bop.
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“My favorite wings have got to be the lemongrass wings from Tan Dinh,” says the chef.
Such as those atPrime Barbecue, in Knightdale, North Carolina.
At Double R, Curren says, chef Brent Simpson works his magic.
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“His wings are the best smoked and then fried, with no breading,” raves Curren.
“They’re crispy, smoky, and fall-off-the-bone tender all at the same time.
Plus, he offers any sauce your heart desires.”
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And for Levenfield, that means the date-harissa wings with tehina ranch atLaser Wolf.
“My mouth is watering just thinking about them now.”
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A little brine, and a little extra crispiness, can go a long way.
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Just ask Ken Burkett, executive chef ofNoble Kitchen + Barat theBrunswick Hotelin Brunswick, Maine.
“This is a high-level fine dining experienced chef doing wings,” says VanWagner.
They are so damn good!"
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Club Garibaldi
Sometimes, the best chicken wings come from old-school, frills-free classics.
Such asClub Garibaldiin Milwaukee a favorite for locals like Dan Jacobs, chef and co-owner ofDandanandEsterEv.
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Sometimes, it’s possible for you to’t beat the classics.
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“They are not greasy, or too fatty.
They arrive at the table hot and begging to be dipped.
“Their Chinese-style chicken wings standout for their exceptional flavor and texture,” says Miller.
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“They’re cooked to perfection, boasting a crispy exterior that gives way to tender, juicy meat.
And the seasoning is a great balance of savory, sweet and spicy flavors.”
The portions, adds Miller, are also generous, and the casual atmosphere is warm and welcoming.
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