The Black Wolf - Syosset

The Black Wolf
151 Jackson Avenue
Syosset, NY 11791
(516)802-2466
http://theblackwolfgrill.com/
Rating
Overall: 8/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 9/10
Decor: 8/10
Value: 8/10

Photo courtesy of The Black Wolf's Facebook page

Photo courtesy of The Black Wolf's Facebook page

Photo courtesy of The Black Wolf's Facebook page

We were intrigued to try this place after finding out they have a spicy wings challenge. We had read some reviews prior to checking it out and its definitely a place we will be returning to! I recognized the location because it had changed hands and names quite a few times over the years. There is a very small parking lot for maybe 8 cars so the lot behind Wells Fargo can also be used.

We got there around 7 and we were the only ones there. Soon enough, people were piling in to watch the game and there was not an empty seat in the house. Our whole table was in the mood for wings so that's what we ended up ordering but as we saw burger after burger come out of the kitchen, we second guessed our choice! They looked absolutely delicious, with a huge patty and piled high with the fixin's.  Nonetheless, our wings were equally delicious. We got medium as well as teriyaki, with the teriyaki being among the best we've had. Someone at our table ordered chicken fingers which were nothing special but the fries that accompanied them were great. The chef also let us sample a little of the sauce for the wings challenge (since Mike decided not to go through with it) and it was crazy hot! It actually causes physical pain to your tongue and face. The only thing that helped me sooth the burn was nearly shoveling blue cheese dressing in my mouth with celery. Mike just kept drinking water but it was the blue cheese that really helped me! All I can say is that sauce is just ridiculous! I feel for anyone who attempts that challenge--12 wings in 10 minutes, with nothing to drink, no blue cheese, no celery, nothing but the wings.

The whole night, service was great. Our waters continued to be filled. The bus boy kept removing dirty dishes and small piles of napkins that began to accumulate (from eating wings). We were checked on by our waitress numerous times and even the owner came over a few times to check on us. All of the staff was extremely friendly and courteous.

From what the place used to look like way back when, the new owners really spruced it up. The finishes are that of a sports bar, which is what it is, but it has a higher end feel to it. There are TVs in every direction showing just about every game that is on. The bar is of decent size and overall, it is a nice place to hang out, order some great tasting food and have a good time.