If your ears have ever come across the consecutive words “Lemon Pepper Wet,” you know that you’re somewhere in Atlanta. The phrase has become popularized in songs as well as Southern culture and it has to do with hot wings.
This article is your guide to all things lemon pepper wet in the city and will show you how you can experience this extraordinary flavor.
What Is Lemon Pepper Wet?
Lemon pepper wet is a reference to a particular style and flavor of chicken wings popularized in Georgia’s largest city.
Lemon Pepper wings traditionally come in the style of a dry rub or “dust” sprinkled over the wings. Wet refers to the sauce or gravy that the wings can be tossed in just before being sprinkled with lemon pepper.
Where To Get Lemon Pepper Wings In Atlanta
Here are the best places to get lemon pepper wings in Atlanta.
The Wing Bar ATL
494 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 688-8009
Here’s what one customer says about The Wing Bar ATL.
Best Wings
463 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 872-8866
Here’s what one reviewer says about Best Wings. “”I went to this place and ordered a 10-piece lemon pepper chicken.. OMG when I say they are so good I doubled back to pick up two more orders and a Philly steak sandwich.”
Jamal’s Buffalo Wings
2001 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW suite 106, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 221-0088
Here’s what one customer says about Jamal’s. “I asked for lemon pepper hot, and they were indeed HOT! I would describe them to others as lemon pepper wet. However you want to describe them, they were tasty. Maybe borderline too spicy for me, even though I tend to add spice to my food. Still enjoyable, though.”
Sumo Hibachi & Wings
3404 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30319 | (678) 590-8888
Here’s what one reviewer says about Sumo Hibachi. “Lemon pepper wings and the steak hibachi are the best I have ever had! The lo mein has so much flavor and the sauce they use on the hibachi is amazing.”
Tandoori Pizza & Wing Co.
Wings R Us
490 Whitehall St SW A, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 221-0509
“Lemon pepper wings!!! That’s all!” that’s what one customer had to say!