Located in the heart of the vibrant West Asheville neighborhood, Haywood Lounge has earned a formidable reputation as a top-tier destination for wing connoisseurs and comfort food enthusiasts. This family-owned establishment is celebrated for its relaxed, “local favorite” vibe, offering a full bar and a sports-friendly environment where every order is cooked fresh. Known primarily for serving what many locals consider the best wings in the city, the lounge combines expert frying techniques with an expansive library of signature sauces to create a premier casual dining experience.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms
Atmosphere
Casual, cozy, trendy, and sports-oriented
Dining Options
Lunch, Dinner, Counter service, Table service
Parking
Free parking lot and free street parking
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Award-Winning Texture: Customers consistently praise the wings for being perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining juicy and tender on the inside.
The Legendary “Crack” Sauce: A recurring favorite among regulars, this signature sauce is described as a garlic-forward, sweet, and savory glaze that is highly addictive.
Fresh Seafood Alternatives: Beyond poultry, the salmon bites and fried shrimp are frequently cited as standout dishes, often served with creamy grits or as standalone baskets.
Hand-Breaded Quality: Unlike many standard wing joints, the onion rings and chicken items are hand-battered in a house blend for a superior, non-greasy crunch.
Personable Service: The lounge is noted for its friendly, family-run atmosphere, with owners and staff who take pride in ingredient transparency and customer satisfaction.
Haywood Lounge Offerings
Chicken and Wings
Item
Description
Chicken Tenders
Battered in a house blend and perfectly fried to order; served traditional or in signature sauce.
Chicken Sandwich
Battered chicken with lettuce, tomato, and dill pickle on a toasted brioche bun.
Traditional Wings
Available in counts of 7, 10, 14, 19, 25, 60, 106, or 212 pieces.
Custom Wing Options
Options to order naked or tossed in sauce, with “all flats” or “all drums” upgrades available.
Fish, Shrimp, and Mains
Item
Description
Fish Basket
Choice of Whiting or Tilapia, battered in house blend and served with seasoned fries.
Salmon Bites
Fresh salmon battered and fried; served plain or tossed in a signature sauce.
Fried Shrimp
Traditional battered shrimp, served naked or tossed in any signature sauce.
Pork Chop
Hearty pork chop battered in house blend and served with a side of fries.
Creamy Grits Baskets
Item
Description
Fish and Grits
Choice of Whiting or Tilapia served over a bed of creamy, seasoned grits.
Salmon Bites and Grits
Signature salmon bites paired with a generous portion of creamy grits.
Shrimp and Grits
Perfectly fried shrimp served as a Southern-style comfort meal with grits.
