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8 best spots for finger-licking chicken wings in Abu Dhabi

Buffalo, boneless, blue cheese dip? Here are the tastiest wings in the capital

Wings, wings, wings, they’re insanely popular and we get it. We can’t be the only ones who order up a basket whenever we’re on a night out with our crew.

Looking for the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi? Whether you like them as hot as the desert or with some cool dips and sauces, there are loads of different varieties to tuck into in this city.

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Ready to earn your wings? Here are some of the top places serving up this foodie flight of fancy here in the capital.

Flock to these spots for the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi.

Appaloosa

Looking for a place to watch the football and enjoy some chicken wings in Abu Dhabi? Flap over to this sports bar at the back of the Marriott Al Forsan. With more than 25 screens, you will always have a top seat to watch the action and as for the wings, they come with either barbecue sesame and chives, warm blue cheese or garlic beans sauce.
Marriott Hotel Al Forsan Abu Dhabi, Khalifa City (02 201 4131).

Cooper’s Bar and Restaurant

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If you’re looking for the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi, you’ll be well placed at this cozy pub. Coopers is an Abu Dhabi favourite, and for good reason. When it comes to wings you can enjoy some Blazing Buffalo Drummies, coated in a spicy Buffalo sauce and served with a blue cheese dip. If you see us with sauce on our faces, no you didn’t.
Open Sat-Wed noon-2am, Thu-Fri noon-3am. Park Rotana, Khalifa Park Area (02 657 3325).

Easy Tiger

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Few spots know how to create a party atmosphere like Easy Tiger, and if you’re heading there you’re going to want to sink your teeth (and claws) into some of the top chicken wings in Abu Dhabi. This casual pub is top destination for chicken, in fact it has a whole menu of options when wings are the order of the day. Take your pick from such tasty varieties as caramelised onion and cola, pesto parmesan, teriyaki orange wings and za’atar lemon, among many others.
Open Fri noon-3.50am, Sat 10am-3.50am. Al Ain Palace Hotel, Corniche Road (02 678 0522).

Kingston 21

Chilled out vibes, classic Jamaican dishes and waterside terrace views. What more could you ask for? Kingston 21 is serving up some of the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi with jerk barbecue wings that you’re going to want to get your chops around. They pack a peppery punch and are magnificently messy. Hungry yet?
Open Mon-Sat 9am-11pm. Al Raha Beach Tower, kingston21.ae (02 546 8500).

McGettigan’s

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McGettigan’s at Dusit Thani is a popular hangout and a great spot for a casual dinner and drinks. Looking for the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi? When it comes to wings there are two classic choices: barbecue or Buffalo, both coming served with (you guessed it) blue cheese dip.
Open Mon-Thu 3pm-2am, Fri-Sat noon-3am, Sun noon-2am. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8888).

PJ O’Reilly’s

There’s always a vibrant crowd in this charming Irish pub and we have spent many evenings there ourselves. If you’re looking to enjoy a bucket of chicken wings in Abu Dhabi, PJ’s is a top choice. Go for crispy barbecue-glazed chicken served with blue cheese sauce. Drool.
Open Sun-Thu noon-2am, Fri-Sat noon-3am. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street (02 674 2020).

Stars ’N’ Bars

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Make tracks to Yas Marina where you’ll find one of the most popular bars in the city and the chance to gorge upon some of the finest wings around. Available in servings of six or a dozen, you can choose from naked (plain and simple), Buffalo, barbecue, Korean or honey chilli and garlic. These are some of the best chicken wings in Abu Dhabi.
Open Thu-Fri noon-3am, Sat-Wed noon-1am. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 565 0101). 

Victor’s

Another Irish pub to make an appearance on the best wings countdown, Victor’s wings are smothered in buffalo sauce and served with Stilton blue cheese dressing. And what’s more, it is excellent value. Tasty top chicken wings in Abu Dhabi at a delicious price.
Open daily, midnight-3am. Millennium Capital Gate, Rashid Bin Saeed St (02 666 5508).