BillsNYC Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 So, I am back today from my vacation to Buffalo, Rochester, Ithaca, and London. I did some sightseeing in Buffalo and was VERY disappointed in Buffalo's tourism. We stopped at the Clarence exit on I-90 and their busy tourism section didn't have ONE MAP of downtown Buffalo or any info about it, only Niagara stuff! I was amazed. The Wilcox Museum was a huge let-down, and nothing was open since it was Monday. Anyways..the one highlight was the Anchor Bar. Everybody has told me how over-rated they are and its a tourist trap. Well, I think you're NUTS! The wings were amazing! They were the biggest wings I've ever seen. The outside was crsipy and the inside was juicy they way they are supposed to be. The sauce was excellent, I had medium and they it was just hot/spicy enough with excellent taste. By far the best batch of wings I've ever had..and yes, I've had Duffs, Ricks, Big Tree, and several other well known wing places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I agree NYC, the Anchor Bar is no hype factory.... Thems' the best damn wings in the world right there. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanNC Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 If you compare the AB's wings to anywhere outside of Buffalo then yes they are phenomenal, but they aren't the best. I think a lot of people will say Duff's although I don't particularly care for them. The best wings in WNY are at the Bar-Bil tavern in East Aurora. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyT Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Whacha do while in Rochester? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 One of my wife's coworkers is from Buffalo, and she said that Rootie's has the best wings. Any agree? I love Duff's, I think they're great. Maybe I'll try Anchor this week, as I've never eaten there before... CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I think the wings at anchor are good, probably better then Duff's but I am not a fan of Duffs. But La Nova's are the best out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Sadly, I've never been, but I did buy the wing sauce online several months ago to make my own. I started with the Mild bottle and worked my way up. It was outstanding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanNC Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 One of my wife's coworkers is from Buffalo, and she said that Rootie's has the best wings. Any agree? 21746[/snapback] I liked Rootie's, but I heard a nasty rumor that they closed. Does anyone know if this is true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeFerguson Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I totally think the idea of "best wings" is completely subjective. The problem with these places is that they all have off nights. I have been to Duff's and the wings have been pretty bad and dry, but most of the time the wings are great. Same thing with Anchor Bar, it totally depends on the day you go. Sometimes they are great, and sometimes they dissapoint. I have only had La Nova wings once, and it was the La Nova on Main Street in Williamsville, not the one on the west side of Buffalo. Anyway, I was not impressed with La Nova's wings or pizza. I should probably try them again, but I thought the pizza was just plain bad. I think 9 times out of 10, I would take Duff's over any wings, but Anchor Bar is up there pretty high on my list too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidbuff Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 So, I am back today from my vacation to Buffalo, Rochester, Ithaca, and London. I did some sightseeing in Buffalo and was VERY disappointed in Buffalo's tourism. We stopped at the Clarence exit on I-90 and their busy tourism section didn't have ONE MAP of downtown Buffalo or any info about it, only Niagara stuff! I was amazed. The Wilcox Museum was a huge let-down, and nothing was open since it was Monday. Anyways..the one highlight was the Anchor Bar. Everybody has told me how over-rated they are and its a tourist trap. Well, I think you're NUTS! The wings were amazing! They were the biggest wings I've ever seen. The outside was crsipy and the inside was juicy they way they are supposed to be. The sauce was excellent, I had medium and they it was just hot/spicy enough with excellent taste. By far the best batch of wings I've ever had..and yes, I've had Duffs, Ricks, Big Tree, and several other well known wing places. 21724[/snapback] YO MAN ........the last time I was there they had a jazz band playing and I met the owners. It was an old couple sitting with a little table in the corner drinking their wine together. When I was there I said "MAN IM IN BUFF, I will have the hottest wings you have with a pitcher of beer" They handed me a batch of of SUICIDE WINGS ....man it was awsome. I agree with you it is a great place .......THE ANCHOR BAR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsNYC Posted September 8, 2004 Author Share Posted September 8, 2004 Whacha do while in Rochester? 21744[/snapback] Only there for 2 days. Got REALLY drunk in Fairport, had a fake garbage plate, got up and played golf, then the next day went and checked out some mansion/art festival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanNC Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I totally think the idea of "best wings" is completely subjective. The problem with these places is that they all have off nights. I have been to Duff's and the wings have been pretty bad and dry, but most of the time the wings are great. Same thing with Anchor Bar, it totally depends on the day you go. Sometimes they are great, and sometimes they dissapoint. I have only had La Nova wings once, and it was the La Nova on Main Street in Williamsville, not the one on the west side of Buffalo. Anyway, I was not impressed with La Nova's wings or pizza. I should probably try them again, but I thought the pizza was just plain bad. I think 9 times out of 10, I would take Duff's over any wings, but Anchor Bar is up there pretty high on my list too. 21764[/snapback] The thing is, there is no excuse to make bad wings anywhere. Making a good wing isn't rocket science. They just need to be big enough and fried at a high enough temperature. Thats my #1 complaint usually, most places outside of Buffalo don't set their fryers high enough so you end up with wings with rubbery skin that taste like stevestojan. Another complaint is places that think more sauce = hotter, Duff's is usually guilty of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theesir Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I liked Rootie's, but I heard a nasty rumor that they closed. Does anyone know if this is true? 21752[/snapback] The rumor of Rootie's closing is true. I live about 3 minutes away. THe owners just decided to close up, not that business was down, they just wanted to retire. I however did not think their wings were all that. IN my opinion, a bar called Elmo's in the plaza across from Rooties has the best wings in the area after Anchor and Duffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Paulson Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 La Nova wings and pizza are fantastic. you must have been there on an off night. the west side La Nova burned down last weekend. Massiello was there on Sat a.m. stating the city will use all resources available to rebuild it. this coming from as guy that does not have 2 Buffalo nickels to rub togther. i thought it was funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I agree best wings barnone!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanNC Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 The rumor of Rootie's closing is true. I live about 3 minutes away. THe owners just decided to close up, not that business was down, they just wanted to retire.I however did not think their wings were all that. IN my opinion, a bar called Elmo's in the plaza across from Rooties has the best wings in the area after Anchor and Duffs. 21783[/snapback] Yes! Elmo's! I couldn't remember the name of the place, they do have great wings there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 La Nova wings and pizza are fantastic. you must have been there on an off night. the west side La Nova burned down last weekend. Massiello was there on Sat a.m. stating the city will use all resources available to rebuild it. this coming from as guy that does not have 2 Buffalo nickels to rub togther. i thought it was funny. 21787[/snapback] I have only had the west side La Nova's. I have had stuff from there 30-40 times. I look forward to it when I go up there. Never has there been an off night on the pizza or wings. I hope they rebuild it, it is simply amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyVanMiller Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 So, I am back today from my vacation to Buffalo, Rochester, Ithaca, and London. I did some sightseeing in Buffalo and was VERY disappointed in Buffalo's tourism. We stopped at the Clarence exit on I-90 and their busy tourism section didn't have ONE MAP of downtown Buffalo or any info about it, only Niagara stuff! I was amazed. The Wilcox Museum was a huge let-down, and nothing was open since it was Monday. Anyways..the one highlight was the Anchor Bar. Everybody has told me how over-rated they are and its a tourist trap. Well, I think you're NUTS! The wings were amazing! They were the biggest wings I've ever seen. The outside was crsipy and the inside was juicy they way they are supposed to be. The sauce was excellent, I had medium and they it was just hot/spicy enough with excellent taste. By far the best batch of wings I've ever had..and yes, I've had Duffs, Ricks, Big Tree, and several other well known wing places. 21724[/snapback] The Clarence Information Center is operated by the Niagara Tourism and Convention Corporation. That's why there's no Buffalo stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 One of my wife's coworkers is from Buffalo, and she said that Rootie's has the best wings. Any agree? I love Duff's, I think they're great. Maybe I'll try Anchor this week, as I've never eaten there before... CW 21746[/snapback] You bastard! Why did you have to say those magic words, "La Nova". Not only are their wings great on most nights, but there pizza is the best I have ever had.... off the diet today, blood pressure be damned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Rich Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I like the Anchor Bar. My wife and I were there the Saturday night before the Bills-Steelers game in '99 and we had a great time. It was really crowded that night, as there were tons of Steeler fans there, but the food was good and they had a jazz band playing that was good too. I like both Anchor Bar and Duff's wings. I don't think either "blows away" the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Yall here(not signed in..at work..) Go to "The Pub" on Broadway in Depew, near Transit. Best wings in town bar none. And I thought Rooties was a close second, followed by Duffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 You bastard! Why did you have to say those magic words, "La Nova". Not only are their wings great on most nights, but there pizza is the best I have ever had....off the diet today, blood pressure be damned 21814[/snapback] Umm, you quoted the wrong person! I never said La Nova. I've never HAD La Nova (and apparantly won't make the trek this trip either, since it burned down . CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest_Toledo Bill_* Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I have always enjoyed Brennans wings. How do they rate compared to the other places mentioned? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 You know I was just up in Southtown's area mostly a few weeks back. Had wings at Jacobi's, Blasdell Pizza and whatever is in the airport. To be honest I though the ones in the airport were pretty damn good. Couldn't tell who it was. Jacobi's were okay, and I was really disappointed in the Blasdell pizza's and wings I got there. They used to be so much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Rich Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 You know I was just up in Southtown's area mostly a few weeks back. Had wings at Jacobi's, Blasdell Pizza and whatever is in the airport. To be honest I though the ones in the airport were pretty damn good. Couldn't tell who it was. Jacobi's were okay, and I was really disappointed in the Blasdell pizza's and wings I got there. They used to be so much better. 21870[/snapback] We ordered pizza and wings from Blasdell Pizza last year when we came up for the opener. I really liked their pizza and their wings were pretty good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 We ordered pizza and wings from Blasdell Pizza last year when we came up for the opener. I really liked their pizza and their wings were pretty good too. 21880[/snapback] That's my point Rich. I have always thought they were pretty good. But that day they were very fair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I agree NYC, the Anchor Bar is no hype factory.... Thems' the best damn wings in the world right there. :-) 21738[/snapback] Apparantley you've never been to Brennans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taterhill Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 arguing about who has the best wings in Buffalo is like arguing which girl is the hottest at the Miss Universe Contest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taterhill Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 BTW Anchor Bar wings were awful at the Wingfest...I have never actually been there, and I am sure that would make a difference... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanners Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Another shout out for Bar-Bill's in East Aurora. They never disappoint. My folks live in Elma, so whenever I am in town we take a drive over to Bar-Bill Tavern. If you guys are down that way, head on in for some great food, and amazing wings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanone Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I prefer Duffs. Now I'm hungry. :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taterhill Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I am a big fan of Duffs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoveldog Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 My vote for best wings... Otto's on Union near Genessee in good ole Cheektowaga, NY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD Jarhead Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 VA- Agree...Blasdell's wings aren't what they used to be The best wings in the Southtowns are from Mamoser's Tavern in the Village of Hamburg. They know how to cook 'em, and the sauce is by far the best out there. If you haven't tried them, you need to check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfladave Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 One of my wife's coworkers is from Buffalo, and she said that Rootie's has the best wings. Any agree? I love Duff's, I think they're great. Maybe I'll try Anchor this week, as I've never eaten there before... CW 21746[/snapback] The original owners of Rooties opened up a Rooties here in South Florida, it's where I go to watch all the games. They do have great wings, best in FL anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevbeau Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Another shout out for Bar-Bill's in East Aurora. They never disappoint. My folks live in Elma, so whenever I am in town we take a drive over to Bar-Bill Tavern. If you guys are down that way, head on in for some great food, and amazing wings. 21926[/snapback] I'll be the third to push Bar-Bill's. Do they still have the Wings-Pitcher Special. My brother and I used to go there after Sabres games all the time. For all you Atlantans. The Why Knot in Peachtree City actually makes some decent wings (size and taste). Of course they have all the foo-foo flavors to cater to the general squid population, but the Buffalo wings are excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike32282 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Dannys in Orchard Park has good wings too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 like anchor bar better than duffs ,just because they offer more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayzer32 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I live in Roch and make it a point to get to the Anchor before any Sabres games I go to. Suicidal wings, lots of beer and lots of napkins to wipe away the tears and runny nose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 There are good wings all over Buffalo. I won't single out my favorites. Instead I list my 3 criteria for good wings.... 1.Wings must be crispy. Rubbery, undercooked wings suck! 2.Serve a decent size wing. Don't give me those little wings that could be mistaken for coming from a sparrow. 3. I want Blue Cheese with my wings!! Not Blue Cheese mixed with mayo! Not ranch dressing! Not any other cheap imitations! Meet these criteria and you will win me over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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