Best Happy Hour Wings Restaurants in East Village (10003)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Boka
Korean-style double-fried wings stay crisp even under sauce.
Notable Picks
#1
Boka
8.4
Long-running East Village Korean spot known for crackly double-fried wings in soy-garlic and spicy sauces, plus late-night energy. Happy hour brings a strong wings-and-beer pairing vibe without losing the kitchen’s careful seasoning and crunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soy Garlic Fried Chicken Wings, Spicy Gochujang Wings, Kimchi Fried Rice
What makes it special: Korean-style double-fried wings stay crisp even under sauce.
8.3
A lively Irish-rooted pub where happy hour wings land in classic bar-food territory—hot, well-sauced, and built for beer. The room stays buzzy after work, and the kitchen is reliable for shareable plates alongside solid drafts and cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Wings, Honey BBQ Wings, Loaded Pub Fries
What makes it special: Big-pub energy with wings that hit the classic Buffalo sweet spot.
A gin-forward gastropub near Union Square that does polished happy hour snacking, including well-executed wings with a cleaner fry and brighter sauces. It’s a step up in comfort and cocktail quality, good for lingering rather than just pounding specials.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish & chips, Scotch egg, Gin & tonic flight
What makes it special: One of the neighborhood’s deepest gin selections paired with real kitchen output.
Worthy Picks
#4
Standings
7.8
A tiny East Village sports den where the happy-hour draw is cheap drinks and wing nights that keep locals posted up for games. The vibe is pure neighborhood bar—tight quarters, loud TV energy, and wings that deliver straightforward Buffalo heat.
Must-Try Dishes:
Atomic-Style Hot Wings (promo nights), Crispy Bar Wings, Draft Beer Specials
What makes it special: Classic East Village sports-bar vibe with wings tied to game nights.