Final Four Flavors Unveiled in the 2025 Chicken Wing Challenge: Cast Your Vote Today!

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Just as March Madness moves on to the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments, the 2025 Chicken Wing Challenge enters Round 3. Our 16-restaurant bracket To identify which Metro Detroit spot serves up the finest chicken wings, we've narrowed it down to the top four contenders. A deluge of votes came flooding in over recent days to decide which establishments would advance to the 'Savory Four' stage. The competition was particularly tight with several close contests; notably, during this latest round, the fifth-seeded Woodpile BBQ Shack staged a dramatic comeback to narrowly defeat the thirteenth-seeded Batch Brewing Co.

>> VOTE NOW: 2025 Chicken Wing Competition, Round 3!

The 'Savory Four' will compete to decide which two Metro Detroit eateries advance to the championship round.

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And now—for the grand moment—the semifinalists vying for a spot in the championship round of the 2025 Chicken Wing Challenge are revealed. Cast your votes by 11:59 p.m. this coming Saturday! vote !

No. 1 Sweetwater Tavern versus No. 2 Woodpile BBQ Shack

Sweetwater Tavern Originating from downtown Detroit, this establishment has consistently received accolades for its outstanding chicken wings and has dominated the 2025 Chicken Wing Challenge so far. Their process involves marinating the wings in a uniquely seasoned mixture for 24 hours before they are deep-fried and garnished once more, as stated on their menu.

Woodpile BBQ Shack In Madison Heights, they serve smoking hot wings topped with a "magical seasoning," according to a reader’s description. Is this concoction potent enough to secure an unexpected victory?

No. 2 The Charlevoix versus No. 3 Zeek's Wings

The Charlevoix's At this local eatery in Grosse Pointe Park, wings stand out as a primary option on their menu. They offer over six different varieties, such as salt and vinegar alongside Thai-style options.

You might remember that The Charlevoix came in second place at the 2023 Chicken Wing Challenge , falling short against Livonia's One Under Craft Beer + Eats in Livonia. Will it manage to secure another spot in the championship round?

Meanwhile, in Detroit, Zeeks Wings It serves as a pickup location exclusively. Known for its premium crispiness, their oversized wings come in options like mild or hot barbecue sauce, Bourbon Cajun, and Buffalo sauce. The place enjoys strong local support; could this be sufficient to upset the second-ranked contender?

Cast your vote: Chicken Wing Challenge, Round 3

Reach out to Detroit Free Press journalist Susan Selasky for food and restaurant stories or share your news and insights with her at: sselasky@freepress.com . Follow @SusanMariecooks on X. Sign up for the Free Press .

The article initially appeared in the Detroit Free Press. Our final four teams are set for the 2025 Chicken Wing Challenge: Cast your vote in Round 3 today!

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