Where To Find Mouthwatering Wings in San Diego
Whether deep fried or smoked, hot or mild, buffalo or teriyaki, wings are so good in all their iterations that they will make you forget about anything else on the menu. Whether you’re a local or visiting and craving some delicious wings in San Diego, here’s a list to help you narrow down the hottest spots in town.
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The Poseidon Restaurant
1670 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 55-9345
It’s the simple things in life that make the most impact. The Poseidon’s wings are only made with a few ingredients, but they are absolutely delicious. The recipe is simple– boneless chicken wings, a batter of garlic salt and pepper, and their secret sauce. They grill them to perfection, making sure to leave the meat alone till it is grilled to its optimal smoky taste before tossing them in sauce for a nice finish. This amazing restaurant is a hidden gem outside of the city limits in Del Mar, CA that offers a great selection of food for a very reasonable price. The Poseidon has been featured on the Food channel for their chicken wings. Make sure you try their famous Garlic Fries, too! The restaurant is small which results in a bit of a wait, but rest assured it’s well worth it.
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Dirty Birds
4656 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 274-2473
Dirty Birds is a small restaurant located in what must be the most famous stretch of highway on the planet – Nobel Drive. The area is filled with restaurants and shops catering to hungry visitors, but Dirty Birds has been known to be the place that never seems to get crowded! Their wings are perfectly grilled and always hot and juicy. All wings come with fries or other side items such as BBQ corn or onion rings. They have plenty of vegetarian options as well. A popular choice is their Greek Salad. You can choose to dine indoors or on the patio, and they also offer a full bar.
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Wingstop
1901 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 297-9464
It’s an oldie but a goodie. Wingstop is a go-to chain that’s honestly great because you can get a large amount of delicious fried chicken for a competitive price. They have multiple locations in the San Diego area, but we prefer the El Cajon location for its laid back atmosphere. We recommend the Honey BBQ or Buffalo flavored wings, but Wingstop offers a number of other flavors such as Cajun, Lemon Pepper, and Hawaiian. Be sure to order a side of their french fries, as well!
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It’s Just Wings
3494 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
(469) 430-1993
It’s Just Wings is a fairly new restaurant, but they offer some of the best wings in San Diego! They are known for their chicken wings, which come in many different flavors. They have added some unique menu items such as sandwiches and other items such as french fries, onion rings and fried clams. The food is great, and it’s very reasonable in price. Their service is fast and friendly. We recommend the Original Wings or the Garlic Parmesan Wings. The restaurant is new, so it’s still pretty small, but they will be expanding and adding more items to the menu.
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Epic Wings
3904 Convoy St Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2526
Happy hour drinks? 🤔 What about happy hour WINGS? The Epic Wings in San Diego is one of the best places to get happy hour wings. They have a great selection of sauces and all of their wings are cooked to your liking! They have a nice open area that makes for a good atmosphere. We recommend choosing a sauce and then adding on some extra flavors such as peppers or hot sauce. The portion sizes are good and you won’t be disappointed with the taste. Their service is very friendly, which is always appreciated!
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Bonchon
4690 Convoy St Suite 102, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 836-1287
Korean fried chicken is a “cousin’ to wings that we love for it’s extra crispy taste. Bonchon at Convoy St is the newest location in San Diego of this casual Korean fried chicken chain. They offer big portions of great tasting chicken wings. All of their wings are made with soybean oil and no MSG is used, making them very healthy alternatives to traditional fried chicken items. The Korean fried chicken is served hot and it’s crunchy, but not greasy. They also have spicy dipping sauces that are very tasty. We recommend the hot wings and the garlic parmesan wings. If you want, you can take a trip to get your order to go; but it’s more entertaining to dine in with other people and watch the happy hour specials!
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The Sandbox
1466 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 272-7263
The Sandbox is a nice place to go for some appetizers and drinks. They have plenty of options for you to choose from on their menu. The chicken wings are a very popular choice here, especially since they have no MSG in them! Try the fried cauliflower or cauliflower fries if you’re looking for something to pair with your wings. Their service is excellent, so it makes the place even better!
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Balboa’s Tap House
4421 Genesee Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 277-8226
Balboa’s Tap House is a nice place to hang out with a group of friends. They have plenty of seating, and they have a large assortment of menu items for hungry appetites. We recommend the fried zucchini or the chicken wings, all of which come with some great fries! They also offer outdoor seating that you can enjoy if the weather is permitting. Their service is consistent, and it’s a great place to watch your favorite sports team, too!
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Oggi’s Sports
2245 Fenton Pkwy Ste 101, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 640-1072
Oggi’s is great for sports lovers. They have many TVs, and you can catch your favorite game here easily. They have several locations in San Diego, but most of them are located in North County San Diego. We recommend the Oggi’s Sports location for chicken wings located in Carlsbad, California. We recommend their garlic parmesan wings or their spicy BBQ wings for an appetizer. Their main dishes are also pretty good, including sandwiches and pizza!
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O’Brien’s
4646 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 715-1745
O’Brien’s is a nice place to have a few beers and some food. They have an extensive menu with many options to choose from! The wings are definitely some of the best in San Diego, so we recommend ordering a few for dinner. You can also get their very delicious chicken tenders if you’d prefer! They also don’t use MSG if that’s something you try to avoid. The portions are really large, and you’ll be happy with the price. Their service is excellent, so we highly recommend you try it out!
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