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Restaurant Profile: Hot Rod Cafe (New London, CT)

We caught up with #WingFest15 Restaurant Hot Rod Cafe to discuss the upcoming National Buffalo Wing Festival. Here’s what they had to say!


#1. What makes your wings unique?

We start with large, fresh (not frozen) wings, we fry them naked in clean oil and serve them up in 24 unique flavors.

#2. What food is New London, CT known for?  

Lobster and, as of 2005 when we started,…wings!

#3. Ranch or blue cheese?

Hot Sauce! I don’t use either, I just like the wings, but if push comes to shove, a little ranch.

#4. Favorite TV show right now?

Ballers!

#5. What drink pairs best with your wings?

Watermelon Margaritas!

#6. What’s the most unique wing flavor you’re bringing to #WingFest15?

Cajun Ranch