If there’s one food that can bring people together, it’s hot wings. Whether you like them dripping in classic Buffalo sauce, rubbed down with dry spice, or tossed in something adventurous like bourbon, garlic, or honey heat, the local pubs and restaurants in Lackawanna County have perfected the art of the wing.
Places like Kelly’s Pub & Eatery, a Scranton staple since 1990, and Windsor Inn, home of the original “Chickin’ Pickin’ Lickin’ Wings,” have built loyal followings around their award-winning recipes. The Loading Dock Bar & Grill serves their signature wings with nine different sauces, plus a wide menu ranging from seafood to American classics and generous entrees. And neighborhood hangouts like Jak’s and Haggerty’s are favorites for their generous portions, friendly crowds, and wing-night specials that keep regulars coming back.
Jak's Pub and Eatery
Looking for a lively bar scene to go with your wings? Try Mickey Gannon’s Irish Bar & Grill, serving its famous wings since 1986 with a full-service bar pouring beers on tap, or Ale Mary’s at the Bittenbender, where creative sauces pair perfectly with an impressive list of nearly 100 rotating craft and imported beers.
Courtesy of Ale Mary's Facebook page
For a delicious, family-style meal, Zaleski’s Clubhouse Café offers tasty wings alongside its renowned pizza, while Pepper’s Pizza & Subs surprises with a wing sauce that packs a punch. And if you’re after a game-day atmosphere, the Penalty Box serves up wings with plenty of energy, TVs, and hearty menus.
From long-loved taverns to bustling downtown gastropubs, Lackawanna County is wing country. Explore the listings below and find your new favorite spot.
