Tebaya

Take-out could not get any tastier. Literally. The crispy tender double fried wings are undeniably good. Recently featured in the New York Times as one of the best wings spot; these japanese style wings—bearing a distinct similarity to Korean fried chicken—bring standard buffalo wings to disgrace.

My three criteria for determining tasty wings: crunchy exterior; tender moist center; and a rich distinguishing sauce. Tebaya satisfies all three categories principally with its uniquely addictive sweet and spicy sauce. The barely battered wings are fried twice; the first fry: seals the flavor; and the second fry: magnifies the crunch factor. Dousing the finishing fried product with a rich Mahoney sauce made of soy sauce, mirin (sweet rice wine), black pepper and sesame seeds creates a matrimony of flavors and textures.

Opened since 2006—I wonder why I haven’t discover this earlier—this little take-out spot has some big bold flavored wings that every wing fanatic should scout out. Those who are fortunate to work in the vicinity will find its lunch special to be absolutely gratifying. Tebaya is open everyday til 9:45pm.

Tebaya Japanese Fried Chicken Wings 144A W 19th St, New York, NY (212) 924-3335 ‎