Michigan Spot Gets National Attention for Its Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are a very popular food items in Michigan, especially for any kind of sports. We've obviously had a great year for sports so far, between the Phillies and the Eagles, so I can imagine that demand for chicken wings is at an all time high.

Now, a Michigan restaurant is getting props for having the best chicken wings in the state. "Eat This, Not That!" put together a list of the best chicken wings in every state. What a delicious chore for them to put together this list.

"Not only are they a staple on sports bar menus, but you can also find them on the appetizer menus at fancy restaurants," the publication says of wings. "Creative chefs experiment with wet sauces. And dry rubs. And frying techniques and batters. If you're a purist, though, the classic buffalo wing remains a perfect bite: a crunchy, deep-fried exterior drenched in a tangy-spicy sauce; juicy chicken; and an obligatory dunk in creamy blue cheese." As for the history of chicken wings, pretty much everyone knows where they originated, with the outlet stating, "Deep-fried chicken has long been synonymous with Southern cooking. But chicken wings? The idea for this bar food delicacy was hatched in—you guessed it—Buffalo, New York."

So, what's tops in Michigan? Coop in Detroit. "Coop sources chicken from a local farm and gives it a 24-hour marinade with a blend of Asian and Caribbean flavors. The wings get a guava barbecue sauce," the publication states. "For a memorable meal, team them up with the Caribbean corn that's slathered in cilantro aioli, and topped with toasted coconut, queso fresco, bacon crumbles, and Old Bay." That certainly sounds delicious. I wonder if they have any vegetarian options. Find the full list here.

"Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives," hosted by Guy Fieri on the Food Network, is one of the most popular shows for food lovers. There's just something super entertaining about Fieri, and the show is so fun to watch. What's extra cool is that Fieri has come to Michigan multiple times and picked local restaurants to highlight on the show.

TVFoodmaps.com has compiled a full directory of all the restaurants that have appeared on "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives." Think of this as a list of spots every Michigan food lover should visit. Some of these restaurants are familiar to me, like Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger, while others I are not. My parents actually live just a few miles from Zaytoon Mediterranean in Lansing, Michigan, and I had no idea they were featured on the show until now. They do have some great Miditerranean food. Which are your favorite Michigan spots that you think should be featured on the show? Reach out to me on social media and give me some recommendations!

In total, Fieri has highlights 16 different Michigan restaurants on "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives." What can I say- we have some great eating spots here! View the full list of Michigan restaurants featured on the show below, and make sure to visit them at some point. View the full list here.

Address: 511 W Canfield St, Detroit, MI 48201

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Address: 18 S Main St, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346

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Address: 2457 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48207

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Address: 22950 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220

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Address: 54 S Main St, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346

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Address: 2990 Yemans St, Hamtramck, MI 48212

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Address: 120 W Main St, Potterville, MI 48876

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Address: 1224 Turner Rd, Lansing, MI 48906

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Address: 940 Elmwood Rd, Lansing, MI 48917

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Address: 1026 W Saginaw St, Lansing, MI 48915

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Address: 1200 N Larch St, Lansing, MI 48906

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Address: 4480 Hagadorn Rd #103, Okemos, MI 48864

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Address: 304 S Ashley St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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