The ODYSSEY Media Group Variety Staff visited wing eateries around Athens and determined that J. Buffalo Wings offers the best-quality wings.
J. Buffalo Wings
The outside of J. Buffalo Wings, located at 196 Alps Road, is shown. The ODYSSEY Media Group Variety Staff visited the establishment on Aug. 28 to try its wings. “(Customers) will notice that the wings are generously covered in sauce, which packs them with flavor. Despite the amount of sauce, though, the wings are pretty mild, perfect for customers without a high spice tolerance,” Variety Staffer Mzée Pavlić wrote. Photo by Liya Taylor
Photo by Liya Taylor
Nestled in the bustling Beechwood Shopping Center, a mere two miles away from Clarke Central High School, J Buffalo Wings has the highest-quality wings in Athens.
The restaurant is located at 196 Alps Road, and offers a variety of foods, from wings to lo mein to teriyaki. Their Honey BBQ wings are $9.49 for six pieces, along with a side of fries, celery and blue cheese or ranch dressing.
After ordering, customers will only have to wait a short amount of time for their food to be ready. Once it is, they will notice that the wings are generously covered in sauce, filling them with a zesty flavor. Despite the amount of sauce, though, the wings are pretty mild, perfect for customers without a high spice tolerance.
While J. Buffalo’s wings are delicious, those entering the restaurant are greeted with an atmosphere that’s much less appetizing. The restaurant’s interior, covered in bright colors, combined with a blaring TV mounted on the wall, creates an unpleasant dining experience.
Overall, even with what some may consider an obnoxious climate, J. Buffalo Wings’ tasty, flavorful wings will leave customers more than satisfied.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Located at 1956 West Broad Street, wing restaurant Buffalo Wild Wings is shown. The ODYSSEY Media Group Variety Staff traveled to the business and enjoyed their dining experience. “The wings are packed with flavor, and every bite will leave customers craving more, since the barbecue sauce is very sweet and leaves a tangy aftertaste in customers’ mouths,” Variety Staffer Cesia Martinez wrote. Photo by Adah Hamman
Photo by Adah Hamman
Walking into Buffalo Wild Wings on 1956 W. Broad St., customers are greeted with a lively dining experience and a bountiful menu, featuring the establishment’s famous wings.
For $10.99, customers can order a basket including six Sweet BBQ Traditional Wings, topped with their choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing and fries. Generally, those who dine in can expect to have their orders in around 15-30 minutes, and although this wait time might be too long for busy high schoolers, it will appeal to those who’d rather stay and experience the restaurant.
Even though the wings can be dry, they are tender and cooked very well. Additionally, while the entrée isn’t very big, the wings are packed with flavor, and every bite will leave customers craving more of the barbecue sauce, which is sweet and has a tangy aftertaste.
As for the dining experience, there is a variety of seating options, including tables and booths. The atmosphere is also extremely welcoming, with upbeat music and several TVs scattered around the restaurant.
For anyone looking to sit down and enjoy some wings, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place to be due to its dynamic environment and great food.
