Northeast Ohio's Best Wings

Get ready to get saucy. Cleveland Wing Week returns Aug. 17-23, bringing $10 wing deals to restaurants across Northeast Ohio. From signature sauces and dry rubs to secret specialties, it’s seven days dedicated to one of Cleveland’s favorite bar-food staples. Check the full list of participating restaurants here.

Black Box Fix

Why we love it: “What makes our place and wings so special is the love we put into our service,” says owner and chef Eric Rogers. “Fresh ingredients, cared for from prep to the hands of our customers with consistency.” Try this: BBF Wings ($20 for 10) come tossed in your choice of four house-made seasoning sauces and served alongside gourmet fries topped with Cajun ranch. 25359 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst, 216-675-3129, blackboxfix.com

Boss ChickNBeer

Why we love it: These wings take up to 24 hours to make, starting with 12 hours in Boss ChickNBeer’s secret brine before they’re seasoned, baked and flash-fried. Packed with seasoning and flavor before they even hit the plate, sauce is almost an afterthought, served on the side. Find locations in Berea, Bay Village, Seven Hills and Cuyahoga Falls. Try this: The Right Wing Combo ($35) delivers a full spread with three pounds of wings, two orders of fresh-cut fries and three scratch-made sauces, ranging from Ghostface Killah Ranch to Sweet Citrus BBQ. Cauliflower wings are also available. Various locations, bosschicknbeer.com

BrewDog

Why we love it: Get more bang for your cluck. “Our wings are jumbo wings, so they’re bigger than regular wings,” says BrewDog Duty Manager Kayla Adams. “We make most of our sauces in house using our own beers.” Choose from bone-in, boneless or cauliflower wings, with plenty of flavors and dips to mix and match. Try this: Go all in with 30 wings for $45, where you can choose your wing style, flavor and dipping sauce. 1956 Carter Road, Cleveland, 216-367-2494, usa.brewdog.com/pages/bars/cleveland-outpost 

Butcher and the Brewer

Why we love it: Inspired by owner Jason Workman’s grandmother, wings have become one of Butcher and the Brewer’s signature dishes. “We use whole wings in a multi-day, three-step process: first, a brine to lock in moisture and season the interior, then a smoke over applewood, and finally a finish in our ripping hot, coal-fired Josper oven,” Workman says. Try this: The wood-fired dry rub wings ($15) are coated in a brown sugar and spice blend, served over blue cheese and topped with house hot sauce and scallions for a smoky, spicy and tangy bite. 2043 E. 4th St., Cleveland, 216-331-0805, thebutcherandthebrewer.com

Collision Bend Brewing Co.

Why we love it: Named for the narrow, twisting turns ships navigate along the Cuyahoga River, flavor and creativity collide at Collision Bend. Its constantly evolving menu features handhelds and shareables that pair well with its expertly crafted beers. Try this: The Buzzard Basket ($16) comes with your choice of fried chicken, wings or tenders tossed in one of six sauces and served with celery and your choice of ranch or blue cheese. 1261 Babbit Road, Euclid, 216-505-6080, collisionbendbrewing.com

Crowley’s

Why we love it: This unapologetically unglamorous neighborhood dive is a go-to for chicken wings. “Our wings are one of the things we’re most proud of here,” says Crowley’s general manager Patrick Tranter. “We work hard to keep our prices affordable, so people can enjoy great food without spending a lot. It’s our combination of quality, flavor and value that keeps customers coming back.” Find locations in Lorain, Painesville, Kirtland and Shaker Heights. Try this: The wings ($15-$16 for ten) come in flavors ranging from garlic Parm and Nashville hot honey to gochujang and Sriracha ranch. For something fiery, try the Cry Baby Hot dry rub, or keep it mild with honey mustard. Various locations, crowleys.com

Dawg House

Why we love it: With live music, karaoke and a constant stream of games on the big screens, Dawg House has a lively energy matched by a menu packed with bar-and-grill favorites. Try this: The traditional wings ($9.29 for six) come with celery and your choice of blue cheese or ranch. Choose from more than a dozen rubs and sauces, ranging from the Signature Dawg House Rub to Spicy Caramel Whiskey BBQ. 114 Antioch Dr., Elyria, 440-412-3061, dawghouse.com 

Dina’s Pizza & Pub

Why we love it: At Dina’s, the hot sauce is so popular they sell it by the jar. Since 2000, the neighborhood pizza and pub spot has served wings your way, from traditional or boneless to extra crispy or all flats and drums. Try this: Boneless wings ($8-$13) come with plenty of sauce options. Go for the sweet and tangy Mild Cajun for a little kick, or brave the 911, the hottest sauce on the menu. 5701 Memphis Ave., Old Brooklyn, 216-351-3663, dina'spizzaandpub.com

Good Company

Why we love it: Known for its 72-hour wings, Good Company takes its time with the bar-food staple. Wings are marinated in dry spices for two days, slow-braised on the third, then fried to order and tossed in a house sauce or dry spice blend. Try this: The citrus jerk and tavern-style wings ($13 each) showcase two of the menu’s bold flavor profiles. The citrus jerk brings a bright, punchy twist, while the tavern style keeps things classic. 1200 West 76th St., Cleveland, 216-331-0318; 60 South Maple St., Akron, 330-252-9099, goodcompanywings.com

Great Lakes Brewing Co.

Why we love it: Founded in 1988, this Ohio City staple helped put the city’s craft beer scene on the map, but its brewpub menu gives plenty of reason to visit beyond the beer. Try this: The Edmund Fitzgerald Porter BBQ sauce is infused with GLBC’s award-winning porter. It will give your crispy wings ($12) a spicy, roasted pepper flavor with a sweet finish. 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com

Gunselman’s Tavern

Why we love it: Serving Fairview Park for more than 80 years, this neighborhood staple is a go-to for guilty pleasures, from award-winning burgers and jumbo wings to a well-stocked bar. Try this: Test your tolerance with the Voodoo Dust Cajun dry rub wings (six for $15), featuring a “Holy Trinity” of peppers, deep Creole herbs and a hint of zesty citrus. The caramelized sweetness and savory tang tie it all together to put you under its smoky spell. 21490 Lorain Ave., Fairview Park, 440-331-5719, gunselmans.com

Hatfield's Goode Grub 

Why we love it: This burgers, brunch and BBQ spot is perfect for wing lovers. The chicken is smoked and deep fried in your choice of sauce, giving it deep, strong flavor in every bite. Try this: The burn your face off wings (six for $18.99) are sure to keep their promise and bring the heat. 16700 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 216-910-5158, hatfieldsgoodegrub.com

Immigrant Son Brewery

Why we love it: This Lakewood brewery pairs its craft beer with a menu rooted in comfort food and flavors from around the world. The brews may be the star, but the wings make a perfect pairing. Owner Andrew Revy says their wings are special because they are smoked, grilled and served whole. “I love good old-fashioned wings that get dropped in the fryer or baked, but smoking and grilling them just gives them such great flavor,” he says. Try this: The smoked and char-grilled jumbo chicken wings (four for $15) comes with your choice of sauce. Go with the smoked almond romesco for a smoky and nutty flavor, or try one of their Wing Week specials, like the house-made hot honey Sriracha or the zesty Asian zing. 18120 Sloane Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-4483, immigrantsonbrewing.com

Kim's Wings 

Why we love it: With more than 50 years under its belt, Kim’s Wings has built a loyal following for its wings, ribs, collard greens and more. Packed with flavor and tradition, the longtime favorite continues to prove why it has stood the test of time. Try this: If you’re looking for a quick three-piece wing snack ($7.50), the crowd-favorite honey BBQ delivers crispy chicken coated in a sticky, sweet sauce. 14909 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, 216-681-6644, kimswingscle.com

Lively's

Why we love it: Wings take center stage here, with more than 40 sauces to choose from, nearly all made in-house from recipes exclusive to Lively’s. The bar also sources everything it can from local vendors, bringing its commitment to Cleveland into a one-of-a-kind experience. As co-owner Ruta Lively puts it, “Anybody can cook a wing, but it’s all about the sauce.” Try this: Stop in on a Sunday for wing night ($8 for wings and fries) and choose from their vast selection of unique sauces, like chili lime ranch, chimichurri and maple bacon. 6370 York Road, Parma Heights, 440-887-0185, order.toasttab.com

Noble Beast Brewing Co.

Why we love it: This small-batch craft brewery in a 120-year-old former steel warehouse seamlessly blends Cleveland's industrial heritage with modern comfort. A warm, plant-filled interior, complete with exposed brick, skylights and polished concrete floors, makes it a great place to unwind. Try this: The everything bagel dry rub (six for $10) coats crispy wings in a savory blend of garlic, onion, sesame and poppy seeds, delivering the familiar salty, toasty flavor of the breakfast staple. 1470 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, 216-417-8588, noblebeastbeer.com

Old School Pizza & Wings

Why we love it: With red-and-white checkered tablecloths, exposed brick walls and warm wood paneling, this laid-back spot delivers nostalgic pizzeria vibes. Try this: The hot garlic parm wings (six for $10) balance a punch of heat with savory garlic and rich Parmesan for a spicy take on the classic flavor. They’re also available boneless. 445 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, 440-961-0892; 19071 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River, 216-712-4080, oldschoolpizzaandwings.com 

Rowley Inn

Why we love it: This friendly no-frills pub once featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives has been serving up Cleveland-style comfort food since 1906, along with inventive offerings and decadent snacks like bacon-wrapped tots. Try this: The peach-bourbon BBQ wings ($9 for six) offer a sweet-and-smoky break from the usual Buffalo, with a bright, fruity finish. 1104 Rowley Ave., 216-795-5345, therowleyinn.com

Scalpers

Why we love it: This classic Lyndhurst neighborhood bar keeps things casual with pub fare, cold drinks, TVs and pool tables. Try this: The hot lemon pepper Parm wings ($16.99 for 12) combine zesty lemon, Parmesan and a kick of heat in the bar’s signature sauce. Order them extra crispy for added crunch. 5718 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst, 440-442-3577, scalpersbarandgrille.com

Suds Maguire’s

Why we love it: Open since 2014, Suds Maguire’s revives the name of a longtime Berea saloon that once stood at Bagley and Lewis roads. Today, the casual bar and grill carries on that neighborhood spirit with burgers, pizza, plenty of beer and a seasonal patio. Try this: Choose from a dozen sauces, from garlic Parmesan and hot honey to Sriracha ranch and extreme heat. Traditional wings are $15 for 10, while boneless are $12 for 12. 1270 W Bagley Road, Berea, 440-973-4243, sudsmaguires.com

Thirsty Parrot

Why we love it: You’ll only find this downtown hangout open for Guardians home games and select concerts. Steps from Progressive Field, its sprawling outdoor deck and huge screens make it a lively stop before, during or after the action. Try this: A full pound of jumbo wings ($15) comes tossed in your choice of Buffalo, Guinness BBQ, Nashville hot, garlic Parmesan, Korean sweet chili or mango habanero sauce. 812 Huron Road E., Cleveland, 216-685-3200, thirstyparrot.com

West End Tavern

Why we love it: Don’t be fooled. This joint may be known for its pizza, but the wings are just as good. With classic flavors, it’s a perfect stop for comfort food you can’t go wrong with. And if that wasn’t enough, wings are half off all day on Mondays. Try this: For a milder classic, opt for the garlic Parmesan wings (six for $8). If you prefer to feel the burn, try the Nashville hot sauce on for size. 18514 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-7684, westendtav.com

Woodstock BBQ 

Why we love it: Known for its smoked meats, this spot keeps its jumbo wings simple with just three flavors. Each is seasoned with a special rub, smoked over cherry wood, flash-fried and dusted with another dash of seasoning. Try this: The original dry-rubbed one-pound jumbo wings ($13) are the must-try classic that put Woodstock BBQ’s wings on the map. 13362 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-226-8828, woodstocksmokejoint.com

Zanzibar Soul Fusion 

Why we love it: Zanzibar is a casual Southern cuisine restaurant with a rich history. Some of its recipes date back to 1985, when they were created by Angie of Angie’s Soul Café. Today, the menu brings together the best of those dishes, plus specialties of its own worth making the trip to try. Try this: The jerk wing entree ($19) comes with house Cajun corn and your choice of another side, including mac and cheese, grits, collard greens and more. 627 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, 216-862-5772; 13225 Shaker Square #2314, Cleveland, 216-752-1035, zanzibarohio.com

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