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Dan and John's Wings - Brooklyn
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Dan and John's Wings - Brooklyn
8.8
Dan and John's Wings operates inside DeKalb Market Hall, turning out classic Buffalo-style wings from two Buffalo natives who focus almost entirely on the bird. Locals and office workers treat it as the go-to for saucy, crispy wings that hold up for takeout and game-day orders.
Must-Try Dishes:
Medium Buffalo wings, Lemon pepper wings, Garlic parmesan wings
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Buffalo-native owners serving crisp, saucy wings in a central food hall.
Who should go: Wing purists who want classic Buffalo done right.
When to visit: Lunch or early evening before peak market crowds.
What to order: Medium Buffalo wings, lemon pepper dozen, fries on the side.
Insider tip: Order a larger platter to share; wings stay crisp for a while.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: DeKalb Market Hall relies on the City Point garage (paid, usually available) and limited metered street parking; street spots fill up quickly during evenings and weekends.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; food hall setting means anything from office-casual to weekend wear fits in.
Noise level: Moderate to loud depending on time of day; food hall bustle can make conversations short and quick rather than lingering.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during peak market rush, mostly for order lines rather than seating.
Weekday lunch: 5–10 minutes during office rush; off-peak there is often no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited; fries and a few sides are the primary options.
Vegan options: Very limited; this is a wing-focused stall with few plant-based items.
Gluten-free options: Some sauces are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contact is possible due to shared fryers and prep areas.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if the date is casual and you both love wings; the food hall setting is lively but not intimate, and saucy wings aren’t ideal for a polished first impression.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is food hall style. Find an open table anywhere in DeKalb Market Hall, though securing one during weekend rush may require circling for a few minutes.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes; families visit the market often, and kids who like mild wings or fries will be fine. Strollers fit best during off-peak hours when the aisles are less crowded.
Best For
Better for: Classic Buffalo-style wings done by specialists, with consistently crisp texture and reliably balanced sauces that outperform most fast-casual competitors.
Skip if: You want a sit-down meal, quieter environment, broad menu variety, or robust vegetarian/vegan options.
Dan and John's Wings - Brooklyn
7.8
Wing-focused stall inside DeKalb Market Hall where the menu runs through classic buffalo, dry rub, and sauce-driven options that pair easily with nearby bar stalls. Office workers and arena-goers treat it as a quick stop for serious wings before or after happy hour drinks in the complex.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic buffalo wings, Lemon pepper wings, Sweet chili wings
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Dedicated wing counter in a busy food hall with lots of sauce options.
Who should go: Wing fans grabbing fast food before or after nearby drinks.
When to visit: Early evening before Barclays events when lines can spike.
What to order: Buffalo wings, lemon pepper wings, and a mixed sauce order.
Insider tip: Order a mix of dry rub and sauced wings, then take them to the market’s beer bar seating.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Paid garages around City Point and metered street parking on Fleet St and Flatbush Ave; expect limited availability during Barclays events.
Dress code: Completely casual; typical food-hall attire—jeans, tees, office-casual all blend in.
Noise level: Moderate to loud, depending on the food hall crowd; not ideal for long conversations but fine for quick meals.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes, longer (20–30 minutes) on nights with Barclays Center events.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait, though lines can form briefly during peak office lunch hours.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—most sauces are vegetarian, but actual wing offerings are meat-based; sides may offer a few options.
Vegan options: Very limited—no vegan wings; only basic sides qualify.
Gluten-free options: Some sauces may be gluten-free, but cross-contact is likely; not ideal for strict gluten-free diets.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not really—it's a busy food hall stall with high noise and counter seating; great for casual hangouts, not for date-night atmosphere.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is food-hall style and first-come, first-served. You won’t need a reservation but securing a table can be tricky during peak hours.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes in a casual sense—families use the food hall often, though seating is communal and stroller space can be tight during rush hours.
Best For
Better for: Best for fast, sauce-variety wings inside a food hall with easy access to drinks from nearby stalls; ideal for quick pre-event bites.
Skip if: Skip if you want a sit-down experience, quieter atmosphere, or broader menu—choose a full-service pub or sports bar instead.