Feb 2, 2026 - Food and Drink
Atlanta's chicken wing bracket: Voters have crowned a winner
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After a week of voting, Axios Atlanta readers have crowned the winner of our chicken wing bracket challenge: The Local.
The Latest: In the final round, 119 voters chose The Local over JR Crickets — and it wasn't close, with roughly 75% choosing the former over the famed establishment.
- But that might not be surprising, given The Local's reputation in Atlanta and the South.
Catch up quick: This all began with a request Monday from Axios managing editor and wing connoisseur Delano Massey, and it likely won't be the last time he puts Atlanta's wings to the test.
Delano's thought bubble: Look, I'm a fan of a good wing, and I appreciate y'all for introducing this transplant to some of the city's finest offerings.
- It's also clear that fans of The Local are passionate about it. One Reddit commenter said they'd go to extreme — violent — lengths to steal a plate of The Local's wings from a neighboring table, which feels like as strong an endorsement as any. Visit forthcoming.
- And if the Reddit reviews are any indication, I may need to guard my plate.