Best Wings in Chicago (2025)

Lakeview’s Korean fried chicken standard-bearer, famous for shatteringly crisp jumbo wings and the soy‑ginger‑garlic Seoul Sassy glaze. Featured by The Infatuation and Eater Chicago, and celebrated by Serious Eats; a true Chicago classic with neighborhood soul.

Home of Chicago’s cult-favorite lollipop wings since the 1980s—sweet, sticky, and fiery to your spice level. Praised by local food critics and included on The Infatuation’s citywide wings list; a North Side rite of passage.

West Town’s beloved, family-run sports bar with meaty, perfectly fried wings in standout flavors like roasted garlic BBQ and lemon pepper. Consistently recommended by The Infatuation and covered by local news for its citywide wing cred.

A Lakeview mainstay where crunchy, peppery house-sauced wings fuel game nights and neighborhood hangs. Regularly cited by The Infatuation and long loved by local wing diehards for generous portions and that signature Bird’s Nest heat.

Southport stalwart from a team deeply rooted in Chicago bar culture. Wings are extra crisp, evenly sauced, and praised by The Infatuation; the garlic Buffalo wins frequent shout‑outs. A neighborhood gathering place with character.

Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant where the Everything Wings deliver soy‑sesame‑chili magic with a Chicago‑Asian pantry twist. Celebrated by Michelin, Thrillist, and local critics—this is an elevated, still‑fun take on wings in a lively setting.

In Pilsen, chef Thai Dang’s caramelized fish sauce wings are a city staple—savory, sticky, and herb‑bright. The restaurant’s Bib Gourmand pedigree and acclaim from national and local outlets make these wings a destination.

Lincoln Park’s indie sports bar smoking wings over oak before saucing them—Bourbon Barbecue and garlic Buffalo are standouts. Frequently featured by Eater Chicago and a regular at local wing competitions.

North Center’s award‑winning wings come classic or Wild Style, draped with house ranch, secret seasoning, and nacho cheese. A neighborhood original often praised by local writers and wing festival judges.

Uptown’s halal wing specialist, reopened in 2025 by friends of the late founder to carry on his recipes. The Infatuation lauds the juicy, well‑seasoned meat; Block Club Chicago covered its community‑backed revival.

Rogers Park tavern since 1950 where thin‑crust pizza shares the stage with generously portioned, well‑sauced wings. A true neighborhood hub, highlighted by local food press for its community focus and long‑running menu staples.

Logan Square’s wood‑fired spot turns out crisp, lightly sauced wings with Tapatío heat and grilled citrus. A sleeper pick locals mention alongside its pizzas and bagels, and a smart stop before a Boulevard stroll.