Some like it hot… others it prefer mild, smoked, or even glazed in sweet chili sauce. In this episode of Arch Eats, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr delve into the seemingly endless world of chicken wings and help you make sense of the city’s best offerings by breaking them down into categories and sharing their top picks. They’ll talk about the usual suspects, but they’ve also unearthed some surprises, including a popular Middle Eastern restaurant that boasts a cult following for its wings and an under-the-radar tea house that just might be the episode’s biggest surprise wing story. Tune in to hear if your go-to makes the cut—or maybe find a new, unexpected favorite.

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Mentioned in this episode:
Katie’s: 9568 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-942-6555
EdgeWild Restaurant & Winery: 550 Chesterfield Center, Chesterfield, 636-532-0550
Beast Craft BBQ: 20 S Belt W, Belleville, 618-257-9000
Stellar Hog BBQ: 5623 Leona, Holly Hills, 314-481-8448
Big Chief Roadhouse: 17352 Manchester, Wildwood, 636-458-3200
Syberg’s: Multiple locations
Helen Fitzgerald’s: 3650 S Lindbergh, Sunset Hills, 314-984-0026
Three Kings Pub: Multiple locations
The Village Bar: 12247 Manchester, Des Peres, 314-821-4532
Westport Social: 910 W Port Plaza, Maryland Heights, 314-548-2876
Café Ganadara: 6413 Hampton, St. Louis Hills, 314-802-7044
Chiang Mai: 8158 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-8889
O! Wing Plus: 10094 Page, Overland, 314-395-0180
Sister Cities Cajun: 3550 S Broadway, Marine Villa, 314-405-0447
Billy G’s: Multiple locations
Fenton Bar & Grill: 701 Rudder, Fenton, 636-305-7041
Salt + Smoke: Multiple locations
Chuck’s Hot Chicken: Multiple locations
The Vine: 3171 S Grand, Tower Grove South, 314-776-0991
Gobble Stop Smokehouse: 1227 Castillon Arcade, Creve Coeur, 314-878-5586
BC’s Kitchen: 11 Meadow Cir, Lake St. Louis, 636-542-9090
Golden Wok: 15941 Manchester, Ellisville, 636-230-8966
Sum Tea House: 8501 Olive, University City, 314-222-1540
Baumann’s Fine Meats: 8829 Manchester, Brentwood, 314-968-3080

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Some like it hot&hellip;&nbsp;others it prefer mild, smoked, or even glazed in sweet chili sauce. In this episode of&nbsp;Arch Eats, hosts&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/UmbkE6tjFZgOoQkOdOz3UAYt9MLfG7BqEWtChdr3VsSIjQBBF0UyZ0BQVeOb0pE9/++/topics/george-mahe/">George Mahe</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/UmbkE6tjFZgOoQkOdOz3UAYt9MLfG7BqEWtChdr3VsSIjQBBF0UyZ0BQVeOb0pE9/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/">Cheryl Baehr</a>&nbsp;delve into the seemingly endless world of chicken wings and help you make sense of the city&rsquo;s best offerings by breaking them down into categories and sharing their top picks. They&rsquo;ll talk about the usual suspects, but they&rsquo;ve also unearthed some surprises, including a popular Middle Eastern restaurant that boasts a cult following for its wings and an under-the-radar tea house that just might be the episode&rsquo;s biggest surprise wing story. Tune in to hear if your go-to makes the cut&mdash;or maybe find a new, unexpected favorite.
Listen and follow&nbsp;Arch Eats&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Apple Podcasts)">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Spotify)">Spotify</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW" aria-label="Link opens in new window (YouTube)">YouTube</a>,&nbsp;or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode is sponsored by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.belgioioso.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (BelGioioso Cheese)">BelGioioso Cheese</a>&nbsp;and supported by&nbsp;<a href="http://www.trainshed-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Violet's at The Train Shed)">Violet's at The Train Shed</a>.&nbsp;BelGioioso brings the taste of Italy right to your table with a wide range of artisan cheeses crafted with care and the finest ingredients. Discover the tradition, quality, and craftsmanship of BelGioioso Cheese, and find out where to buy it in St. Louis by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.belgioioso.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (belgioioso.com)">belgioioso.com</a>.
Have an idea for a future&nbsp;Arch Eats&nbsp;episode?&nbsp;Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Hungry for more?&nbsp;Subscribe to&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dining newsletters)">Dining newsletters</a>&nbsp;for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George&nbsp;(<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@georgemahe)">@georgemahe</a>) and&nbsp;SLM&nbsp;on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor?&nbsp;Contact Lauren Leppert at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://katies.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Katie&rsquo;s:)">Katie&rsquo;s:</a>&nbsp;9568 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-942-6555</li>
<li><a href="https://edgewildwinery.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (EdgeWild Restaurant &amp; Winery:)">EdgeWild Restaurant &amp; Winery:</a>&nbsp;550 Chesterfield Center, Chesterfield, 636-532-0550</li>
<li><a href="https://www.beastcraftbbq.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Beast Craft BBQ:)">Beast Craft BBQ:</a>&nbsp;20 S Belt W, Belleville, 618-257-9000</li>
<li><a href="https://thestellarhog.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Stellar Hog BBQ:)">Stellar Hog BBQ:</a>&nbsp;5623 Leona, Holly Hills, 314-481-8448</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bigchiefstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Big Chief Roadhouse:)">Big Chief Roadhouse:</a>&nbsp;17352 Manchester, Wildwood, 636-458-3200</li>
<li><a href="https://sybergs.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Syberg&rsquo;s:)">Syberg&rsquo;s:</a>&nbsp;Multiple locations</li>
<li><a href="https://helenfitzgeralds.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Helen Fitzgerald&rsquo;s:)">Helen Fitzgerald&rsquo;s:</a>&nbsp;3650 S Lindbergh, Sunset Hills, 314-984-0026</li>
<li><a href="https://threekingspub.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Three Kings Pub:)">Three Kings Pub:</a>&nbsp;Multiple locations</li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/VillageBarSTL/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Village Bar:)">The Village Bar:</a>&nbsp;12247 Manchester, Des Peres, 314-821-4532</li>
<li><a href="https://westportsocial-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Westport Social:)">Westport Social:</a>&nbsp;910 W Port Plaza, Maryland Heights, 314-548-2876</li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cafe_ganadara?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Caf&eacute; Ganadara:)">Caf&eacute; Ganadara:</a>&nbsp;6413 Hampton, St. Louis Hills, 314-802-7044</li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiangmaistl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Chiang Mai:)">Chiang Mai:</a>&nbsp;8158 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-8889</li>
<li><a href="https://www.orderowingplus.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (O! Wing Plus:)">O! Wing Plus:</a>&nbsp;10094 Page, Overland, 314-395-0180</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sistercitiescajun.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sister Cities Cajun:)">Sister Cities Cajun:</a>&nbsp;3550 S Broadway, Marine Villa, 314-405-0447</li>
<li><a href="https://billygs.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Billy G&rsquo;s:)">Billy G&rsquo;s:</a>&nbsp;Multiple locations</li>
<li><a href="https://fentonbarandgrill.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Fenton Bar &amp; Grill:)">Fenton Bar &amp; Grill:</a>&nbsp;701 Rudder, Fenton, 636-305-7041</li>
<li><a href="https://www.saltandsmokebbq.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Salt + Smoke:)">Salt + Smoke:</a>&nbsp;Multiple locations</li>
<li><a href="https://www.chuckshotchicken.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Chuck&rsquo;s Hot Chicken:)">Chuck&rsquo;s Hot Chicken:</a>&nbsp;Multiple locations</li>
<li><a href="https://www.thevinestl.com/thevinecafe/Home.html" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Vine:)">The Vine:</a>&nbsp;3171 S Grand, Tower Grove South, 314-776-0991</li>
<li><a href="https://gobblestopsmokehouse.net/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Gobble Stop Smokehouse:)">Gobble Stop Smokehouse:</a>&nbsp;1227 Castillon Arcade, Creve Coeur, 314-878-5586</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bcskitchen.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (BC&rsquo;s Kitchen:)">BC&rsquo;s Kitchen:</a>&nbsp;11 Meadow Cir, Lake St. Louis, 636-542-9090</li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/goldenwok.mo?_rdr" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Golden Wok:)">Golden Wok:</a>&nbsp;15941 Manchester, Ellisville, 636-230-8966</li>
<li><a href="https://sumteahouse.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sum Tea House:)">Sum Tea House:</a>&nbsp;8501 Olive, University City, 314-222-1540</li>
<li><a href="https://www.baumannsfinemeats.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Baumann&rsquo;s Fine Meats:)">Baumann&rsquo;s Fine Meats:</a>&nbsp;8829 Manchester, Brentwood, 314-968-3080</li>
</ul>
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</ul>

Get the inside dish on the St. Louis dining scene. Join St. Louis Magazine dining editor George Mahe and dining critic Cheryl Baehr to learn about the latest and greatest restaurants, including what’s going on behind the scenes, the backstories, insider tips, and more. Discover the things you didn’t even know you should know about the local restaurant scene.

Get the inside dish on the St. Louis dining scene. Join St. Louis Magazine dining editor George Mahe and dining critic Cheryl Baehr to learn about the latest and greatest restaurants, including what’s going on behind the scenes, the backstories, insider tips, and more. Discover the things you didn’t even know you should know about the local restaurant scene.