Normally filled with regulars, Diskin’s is a small bar that can be easily missed as you’re making your way through Minooka on Birney Ave. What they lack in size, they certainly make up for in service. Our bartender was extremely nice and we had no issues getting our orders and food in a timely manner. Just a warning, Diskin’s is a cash only place that allows smoking. In our experience though, this has never been a major issue.
These wings are pretty large. Plus, at only $0.40 on their wing night, it can’t really be beat. I walked into Diskin’s with a huge appetite planning to take down my usual goal of 20 wings, but I walked away just a bit shy of finishing the whole order. If you’d prefer your wings crispy or not, let them know because they do a good job tailoring the wings to your liking.
Diskin’s does not offer the biggest selection of wing flavors, but they do offer a good variety of unique options that you can’t find anywhere else. Be sure to ask if they have any specials as there are sometimes secret wing flavors not listed on the menu. Diskin’s also offers a flavor of a month that allows them to try out new flavor ideas. We lucked out with a Honey Sriracha wing on our visit.
Diskin’s Saloon provides some of the tastiest wings I’ve ever had. The Cajun Ranch is a must for anyone willing to try something new. Out of the hundreds of wing flavors I’ve had in our adventures, this one remains at the top of the list. For the traditional people out there, the regular Hot sauce is delicious as well. It’s exactly what you want in a hot wing with a nice balance of spice and flavor. The Hot Bacon Whiz is an interesting wing that just works. Although it is on the saltier side due to the bacon and the Cheese Whiz, if the three base ingredients in the name catch your fancy, it is definitely a flavor you will love. The Honey Sriracha was a sweeter wing due to the honey, with a slight hint of that spicy Sriracha that you’re beginning to see everywhere. Personally, I could have done with a bit more spiciness, but it was still a great tasting wing.
Diskin’s is your classic townie bar that isn’t trying to be anything that it’s not. It’s not the kind of place that you’re going to order a filet mignon while wearing a tuexedo. I mean, you could do that, I’m just not promising anything. Not the largest place in the world but it is rather clean. They do allow smoking but personally, that only enhances the old school sports bar vibe they dish out. Our server, who was also the owner, was extremely nice and kept a good conversation with us. A very welcoming atmosphere, even if you’re wearing a tuxedo.
In 2015, to see a wing night at 40 cents a wing and at the large size that they were, I needed to give them a 10. You just don’t see that anymore. Furthermore, Diskin’s is one of the few places that ask YOU the customer, if you want your wings regular or crispy. It’s a small detail, but it’s the kind of thing that I won’t soon forget.
No doubt, there are other wing joints that have more flavors. But the uniqueness of the flavors offered at Diskin’s is what gets them a solid rating. They have the standards, like your mild, hot, hot Caesar and hot garlic. But then they get wild with flavors such as Cajun ranch, hot bacon whiz, hot bacon ranch, and whiskey Diskin. And don’t forget about their board that has extra flavors on it. There’s a lot of Sriracha infused gems on it.
Starting off with the Whiskey Diskin, you’ll find a very interesting combination of flavors. It’s a mix of a bourbon bbq and I’d say honey mustard. It flows very well. Next, I got the hot bacon whiz. That’s right hot sauce, bacon and cheese whiz. I shouldn’t have to tell you how much awesome occurred when I had them, but I will say that I felt like a better man afterwards. Lotion Potion, which you will find on their board of extra sauces, is a mix of a multitude of flavors. But the two that standout are that beast of a sauce Sriracha, and garlic. Great combo it was. Finally, the cajun ranch wings at Diskin’s is one of the best flavors, anywhere. First off, it’s an exquisite looking sauce. Secondly, it’s a thicker sauce that they don’t skimp on. Lastly, the flavor combination of the zestiness of the Cajun spliced with the cooling of the ranch, doesn’t miss…ever.
