When the craving hits, nothing is better than the perfect plate of wings, with celery, blue cheese (or ranch, we don’t judge), and beer, of course. Sometimes underrated in summer months and then always in style during football season, whether they’re Buffalo, BBQ, sesame, or any other style, one thing’s for sure, they’re delicious. And in Hoboken, finding the best wings is as easy as can be. Keep reading for a roundup of the best chicken wings in Hoboken depending on your cravings.

8th Street Tavern | 800 Washington Street

This beloved spot in Hoboken knows how to serve comfort food. Its expansive menu includes wings in either bone-in or boneless, which can be served in the sauces Buffalo, Golden BBQ, Sweet Chili, Honey Siracha, or Ghost Pepper.

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10th + Willow | 935 Willow Avenue

All the bases are covered here for a wing lover at 10th + Willow. The wings are available either classic or boneless and with a choice of four sauces: hot, BBQ, teriyaki, or Thai chili.  Diners can choose one or mix them up for a sampler platter of flavors. Pretzel lovers will be pleased to hear that this spot also serves Pretzel-Crusted Boneless Wings. For those who like seafood, the menu also includes Fried Calamari and Fried Shrimp, and both can be made buffalo-style.

Belo Bar + Kitchen | 104 Hudson Street, Hoboken

This spot, which is known for its great small plates and cocktails, offers its own take on wings. The Belo Wings are gluten-free as they come unbreaded and are served with Buffalo sauce and blue cheese.

Black Bear Bar + Grill | 205 Washington Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For those looking for wings, fun vibes, and specials, look no further than this spot. With over 50 TVs at the ready, whatever game you like to watch, it will certainly be on. The menu at Black Bear has all the bar food classics, including wings. There are wings on the appetizer menu daily with nine sauces to choose from (HG loves Chipotle BBQ) and boneless bites called Bear Bites. Patrons can also order the Famous Black Bear Wings, which are jumbo wings tossed in Black Bear’s signature sauce, or the Double Wings, which is the same as the Famous Black Bear Wings but can be tossed in two sauces instead of just one.

Carpe Diem Bar and Restaurant | 1405 Grand Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This uptown gem is cozily nestled across from Bow Tie cinemas and serves up some of the most delicious wings in town. And, you don’t have to just take our word for it: Carpe Diem has won Best Wings in Hoboken two years in a row at the St. Francis “Wing and a Prayer” contest. With varieties including buffalo, BBQ, sweet chili, or honey, locals can cozy up next to the fireplace and indulge in a variety of wings, along with tons of other options, beers, and cocktails.

City Bistro | 56 14th Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This three-floor restaurant, bar, and lounge specializes in American fare and does nothing better than the classic wing dish. City Bistro serves buffalo wings on its menu, and it comes with carrots, celery, and blue cheese.

 

Finnegan’s Pub | 734 Willow Avenue

Yes, this piece is about wings, and Finnegan’s absolutely could not be left off the list for their fantastic wing game, as it’s served in Hot, Mild, BBQ, Teriyaki, Sweet Thai Chili, or Chipotle Ranch sauce. However, we also couldn’t pass up the opportunity to mention their loaded tater tots – we’re talking cheddar cheese, bacon bits, scallions, and sour cream, with an option to add chili.

Green Rock Tap + Grill | 70 Hudson Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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One of Hoboken’s most popular downtown after-work happy hour bars, known for its dollar beers, offers a way to satisfy locals’ wings cravings while on a budget. Among the traditional menu of pub fare, Green Rock offers wings in the sauces Classic Buffalo, Chipotle BBQ, Honey Mustard, and Thai Chili. For fans of Buffalo sauce itself, the pub also has a buffalo cobb salad on its menu.

GTK | 1014 Washington Street, Hoboken

 

 

 

 

 

 

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There’s a special wing section on the menu, ten wings come in the order here at GTK. They come in the flavors Naked Grilled, Ceaser, Honey Mustard, Thai Curry, Sweet Heat BBQ,, Teriyaki, Daytona, Buffalo, and Island. Each has its own distinguishing flavors, so GTK’s wings selections are sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

House of ‘Que | 340 Sinatra Drive

 

 

 

 

 

 

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House of Que is a Texas-style barbecue joint developed by esteemed Texas pitmaster Mike Rodriguez. When you walk in, there are picnic tables and booths with TVs overhead, giving it a beer-hall, casual feel. The menu is broken down by category to make ordering super easy. The pulled pork sandwich is the star of the show but don’t sleep on the wings here. The wings are smoked for 48 hours, giving them an unmistakable flavor.

Onieal’s | 343 Park Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Ask a local, and chances are that they will have something to say about Onieal’s stellar burgers or the multi-generation crowd. This restaurant has been serving the city of Hoboken since 1984. Almost everyone who has eaten at Onieal’s would recommend getting the famous burgers but the next time, order the buffalo wings, which are served with blue cheese and celery.

The Ainsworth | 310 Sinatra Drive

The Ainsworth serves up delicious eats from brunch through dinnertime with a side of a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline. This bar and restaurant specializes in cocktails and upscale comfort food dishes, like chicken wings, which come in the flavors Classic Buffalo, Sambal Honey, Soy Ginger, Gochujang Glaze, and Lemon Parmesan. Customers can also order The Saigon Wings, made with the signature Saigon sauce, toasted garlic, palm sugar, and fish sauce.

The Shepherd + the Knucklehead | 1313 Willow Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hoboken locals should head to The Shepherd + the Knucklehead on Willow Avenue for its signature Knucklehead Wings. These wings come in either a six-piece or a 12-piece and can be served plain or in the flavors Teriyaki, Old bay, Dry rub,  Lemon pepper, Pineapple chili, Thai, BBQ, Garlic parmesan, Buffalo, or Buffalo parmesan.

Tony Boloney’s | 263 1st Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tony Boloneys boasts innovative menu items from pizza to sandwiches to wings. This spot truly does chicken wings justice. There’s an entire section of the menu dedicated to them, and the wings are available bone-in, boneless, or naked, which just means it’s not breaded and gluten-free. Patrons can choose from the eight different sauces including Bayou, Dirty South, Winger, Sh*tfaced, Siam Satay, Shaolin Assasin, Ole, and Stinger.

Urban Coalhouse | 116 14th Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For smokey, coal-fired wings, this is your spot. The signature house wings are served with caramelized onions and focaccia bread. It doesn’t get much better than this. Choose between indoor or outdoor seating at this spacious eatery.

See More: Where to Get the Best Wings in the Montclair Area

Wicked Wolf | 120 Sinatra Drive

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This popular sports bar situated along the Hudson River has one of the best views of NYC in town, but that’s not the only reason you should visit. From savory wings to theme nights to a lively venue to catch a game – Wicked Wolf is a must-try. For our wing lovers, the Wicked Wolf offers traditional bone-in wings with a choice of BBQ, teriyaki, Buffalo (mild, medium, or hot), or Thai chili. Boneless wings in the form of ‘Buffalo bites’ and ‘Wolf fingers’ are also available. For fans of Buffalo sauce in general, the menu includes Buffalo Chicken Dip, Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, a Buffalo Chicken Wrap, and Buffalo Chicken Salad.