It’s official.
Chattanooga Wing Company is open and ready to prove people’s preconceived notions about chicken wings and McCallie Avenue wrong.
“I love to see people’s reactions when they try something they’ve never tried before, especially when they originally question it and end up liking it,” said owner Brandon Ellis.
After winning a local chicken wing contest this summer, Ellis said he knew he was onto something. Before making it to your plate, Chattanooga Wing Company wings are marinated for 24 hours, smoked in an underground smoker, grilled, marinated again and flash-fried. Then, they’re topped with a signature sauce of your choice, ranging from typical mild and hot Buffalo styles to unique options including Caribbean Island Fire, 1505 Garlic Parmesan and Smokey Whiskey River.
Originally Ellis said he sold wings and Asian-inspired noodles from a pop-up tent at places like Moccasin Bend Brewery and Heaven & Ale. He planned to start a food truck business, but with colder weather approaching, a brick and mortar restaurant made more sense.