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Best Wings in Prospect Heights & Clinton Hill
Master Critic Review
95 South Soul Food
7.7
A Crown Heights soul-food bar where wings are part of the late-night playbook—best when you treat them as a bar-snack anchor alongside stronger sides. Time it for the room’s energy: order wings early in the night, keep the rest of the food simple, and let the drinks-and-music vibe do the heavy lifting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smac Yo Momma Wings, Buffalo wings, Mac & cheese
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Wings + soul-food sides in a DJ-and-drinks nightlife setting.
Who should go: Groups who want wings with a party vibe
When to visit: Late-night weekends for peak energy
What to order: Smac Yo Momma wings, buffalo wings, mac & cheese
Insider tip: Go earlier for faster food; the room slows when it fills.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited and competitive at night, especially on weekends. Rideshare is the easier move after 7pm.
Dress code: Nightlife casual—jeans and sneakers are fine, but the room leans dressy later at night.
Noise level: Loud after dark—music and DJ sets make conversation difficult once the room fills.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes during peak nightlife hours without a reservation
Weekday lunch: Not a lunch-driven spot; early evenings are typically walk-in friendly
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—mac & cheese and a few sides work, but this is not a veg-forward menu.
Vegan options: Very limited—best treated as a drinks-focused visit rather than a full vegan meal.
Gluten-free options: Limited—some wings may work without breading, but cross-contact is likely.
Best For
Better for: Wings paired with DJ energy, drinks, and a party-ready Crown Heights crowd rather than food-first wing execution.
Skip if: You want quiet dining, precise wing technique, or a family-friendly atmosphere—choose a dedicated wing counter instead.