Few food deals generate as much excitement as inexpensive chicken wings. Whether you're gathering with friends to watch the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, or Patriots, wing specials remain one of the best bargains at local bars and breweries.
While $0.10 wing nights have largely disappeared thanks to rising food costs, several Greater Boston establishments still offer wings for $1 or less on select days.
Here's where to find some of the best current deals.
1. Small Victories – South Boston
Small Victories
Address: 400 Dorchester St., South Boston, MA 02127
Special:
Sunday: $1 wings
This neighborhood sports bar has quickly become known for its Sunday wing special. Along with whiskey, cocktails, and plenty of TVs, it's one of the few places in Boston still advertising dollar wings. The kitchen is also well regarded for its fried chicken sandwich and comfort food menu.
2. Game On! – Fenway
Address: 82 Lansdowne St., Boston, MA 02215
Special:
Monday (5 p.m.–11 p.m.): 50 cent wings
Located steps from Fenway Park, Game On! offers one of the city's best wing values. Guests can order 50 cent wings every Monday evening with a variety of sauces while catching a game on dozens of televisions.
3. Samuel Adams Boston Brewery – Jamaica Plain
Address: 30 Germania St., Boston, MA 02130
Special:
Wednesday (starting at 5 p.m.): $1 wings
The Samuel Adams Brewery hosts weekly Wing Wednesdays featuring $1 wings paired with its craft beers. Orders are served in increments of six, making it an affordable midweek outing.
Worth Watching
Several other restaurants periodically run promotions at or near the $1-per-wing mark.
Wicked Wings
Address: 58 Seaport Blvd., Boston, MA 02210
The delivery-focused wing concept has promoted weekday "Micked Hour" specials featuring $1 wings during select times. Availability may vary, so checking before visiting is recommended.
Rocco's Sports & Rec
Address: 250 B St., Boston, MA 02210
The Seaport sports bar offers Chicken Social Tuesdays, featuring $1.50 wings (minimum order applies). While slightly above the $1 threshold, it's still one of the better wing deals in the city.
Why Dollar Wings Are Becoming Rare
A decade ago, it wasn't unusual to find 25-cent or even 10-cent wing nights throughout Greater Boston.
Today, those promotions are increasingly difficult to sustain because of:
- Higher wholesale chicken prices
- Increased labor costs
- Rising cooking oil expenses
- Higher commercial rent
- Inflation affecting restaurant operations
Many restaurants have replaced ultra-cheap wings with half-price specials or discounted appetizers instead.
Tips for Getting the Best Deal
If you're planning a wing night:
- Arrive early, especially before sporting events.
- Verify specials before heading out, restaurants occasionally change promotions.
- Ask whether the special is dine-in only.
- Check for minimum order requirements.
- Pair wing nights with happy hour drink specials for additional savings.
Honorable Mentions
While they don't currently advertise wings for $1 or less, these local favorites consistently earn praise from Boston-area wing fans:
- Buff's Pub in Newton
- The Banshee in Dorchester
- bb.q Chicken Kenmore
- KChickin near Fenway
- Wings n Tingz in Dorchester
The Bottom Line
True dollar-wing nights have become increasingly uncommon, but Boston still has a handful of places keeping the tradition alive. Game On!'s 50-cent Mondays, Samuel Adams Brewery Wednesday special, and Small Victories' Sunday dollar wings offer some of the best values for wing lovers.
As restaurants continue adjusting menus to rising costs, it's worth checking ahead before making plans, but for now, bargain hunters can still find a few places where a plate of wings won't break the bank.
