07/03/2026
As we write this post today on our 1-year anniversary - it’s strange to say (write) that out loud- it feels like just last week we were waiting on our final inspection. We remember texting a friend of ours saying, “Good news, the wings are still awesome; I guess it wasn’t just the wood grill.” A silly thought for sure, but we won’t pretend it didn’t cross our mind before we opened!
When you take big risks, you need a team of people to support you, and we have had that.
We need to thank all our supporters:
Our Staff
First and foremost, we need to thank our wonderful staff: Dom, Allie, Kev & Corn Dogs, Josh, Jake, Jayden, Kaden, Hope, Liz, Evenston, and Tyler. Thank you for the hard work that you’ve put into making King of the Wing what it is today. None of this would have happened without each of you.
Our Customers
You, the customer, thank you so much for making sure that our fear of nobody coming in hasn’t ever turned into reality. We know that times are tough, and that there’s not much room in your budget for going out, so anytime you choose to spend your hard-earned money at KOTW, we are truly grateful.
Wade, Mitch, and the Elm Creek Brewing Co. Beertenders and Brewers
Thank you so much for accepting us with open arms and allowing us to live our dream in your space. We know we’re an interesting group of characters, and we are grateful that you embraced us and all our quirks.
Tony Cu
We certainly wouldn’t forget about you, and thank you for not forgetting about us! Tony is truly one of the nicest people you’ll ever get a chance to meet, and the work he does on behalf of the local restaurant community should not be understated. Thank you so much for bringing our passion for wings to so many new eyes!
Austin
Thank you for helping us get started and always being our #1 fan. Seriously, if there is a new wing posted, he’s the first to come and try it. It’s like he knows it’s coming out before we even know…
Our Partners
Our partners, Allie and Liz- (yes, so great, they get thanked twice!), thank you for your constant love, support, and belief in us through this whole process. Without the two of you, there’s no way we would have been able to do this!
We have learned so much in this crazy first year! Here are the top 7:
1. Plant Bingo
People love plant bingo!
2. Kid-Toberfest
When there are kid activities for Octoberfest, prep extra chicken tenders - like so many.
3. Deep-fried Cauliflower
It cannot be made to order. This might have been our worst idea yet, but we figured it out now. Come in and enjoy!
4. Falafel > Black Bean Burger
5. Father’s Day
Dads, wings, beer, and meat raffle. Schedule another person… or three.
6. It’s all in the Name
People still think we are King of Wings. We’re King OF THE Wing.
7. Hot, Hotter, Hottest
You people are sick – in the best way possible. It doesn’t matter if the heat is a 6.7 or even an 8 out of 5, you are willing to give it a go. We will keep making them hot, and soon you will be rewarded for your heat-seeking efforts…
We look forward to seeing you all very soon as we continue this beautiful ride.
With gratitude,
Ryan and Dan
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Coming soon: Look for the grand plans we have to celebrate on July 10 and 11.
