When devouring a plate of tangy buffalo wings, your first question might not be who invented this delectable dish. Odds are, you’re probably wondering if it’s OK to order another batch! Luckily, the team at Original Christo’s has your back. Based in the heart of Lexington, NC, this family restaurant is celebrated by The Dispatch for having the best wings in Davidson County. As true aficionados, they can tell you everything there is know about your favorite appetizer.

The History of Buffalo Wings

Who Invented Them?

Buffalo wings are a relatively new menu item that has swept the nation, if not the world, in the last several decades. While there are conflicting arguments regarding the true origins of the dish, many credit Frank Bellissimo, owner of Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY, for starting the wing revolution. Due to a delivery mishap, the bar received a shipment of wings instead of chicken necks and backs. Not wanting to waste the perishable shipment, Bellissimo’s wife chopped the wings in half, deep fried them, covered them in hot sauce and served them with celery and blue cheese. Thus, a new dish was born in the year 1964!

What’s the Secret?

The secret is in the sauce! While many wing sauces are hot sauce and butter based, most establishments have their own take and pride themselves on having in-house recipes. At Original Christo’s, they are known for their homemade wing sauces that vary in spice level depending on your appetite for a peppery kick!

Visit Original Christo’s at their historic Main Street location to satisfy your craving for a delicious plate of buffalo wings today. For more information on this family restaurant and their tasty menu, call them at (336) 243-2532 or check out their website.