Local bar/wing place. Tried it because my family was in the mood for wings and this was the closest place where we were at the time. Took a while for someone to come to hostess stand and take our order but when she did, she was pleasant. The ambiance is your typical bar with TV's. It's rather dark but everyone that was there while I waited for my to-go order seemed to be having a good time. The wings were great! They were seasoned well and the portions were a good amount. We have since placed another order and again happy with the sauce flavor and the amount of heat on spicy choices.
Jan Dace
It's just a beer & game watching place. Which is great if that's all you want. We went with a few friends for the wings. They were the smallest wings ever, they claimed it was a pound ( that is the minimum quantity you can order) which could not be further from the truth. We ordered the 1st batch. Thought it might just be a fluke. Then ordered a 2nd batch,,,SAME THING! SMALL AND NOT A POUND OF THEM! The taste,,,well ,,,meh:/. Way too salty too. It was fun only because I was with friends and we got to watch the game. Won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Phil “Philly” Farrell
Good wings (&fries). Feel of a neighborhood bar/restaurant. Family friendly dining area. Got to go to take back to the bottle shop a couple doors down.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings
Brian Hammill
I'm giving 5 stars to the service because they really hustle and try their best. You might think the service is a little chaotic during busy times, but it is because more than one staff member is trying to ensure that you get your order placed and that you have what you need at all times. I'd say they do very well. The wings are good too! A pound of wings is about right for a 1 person light meal. So if you want to share a pound, you will probably want to finish up with one of their delicious wraps, salads, or burgers. Beer selection is very good for a local place. They do have a very good variety of choices (10 or so) local and craft brews that are very good. And there is always the mass market brews like Corona, Miller, PBR, etc. I have been pleased by the promotions by the beer distributors giving away a few and some nice swag during the NCAA Tournament games. Have been here several times now and it is a very good place to watch NC State basketball. The only thing I would wish for is to not have the little hint of cigarette smoke getting in by the front door smoking area. It isn't very objectionable to me but if you are especially sensitive, then it might be a problem for you. Bottom line, I like the place and am glad to see a nice local dive bar that welcomes respectful newcomers and regular clientele alike. And it is in a great location in North Raleigh.Vegetarian options: Honestly didn't see a lot of options. This is mostly a wings and burgers kind of place but they do have nice meatless salads so I would not hesitate to bring a vegetarian friend here. And beer is vegetarian too.Parking: The shopping center has other stores, a gym, and an Aldi grocery store. You might have to park more than 3 meters from the front door, but you won't have to go too far. It is a little darker out towards Creedmoor Rd, but otherwise the parking lot is well lit and feels safe.Kid-friendliness: It is not a regular kid place, but kids are welcome except for at the bar. It is pretty loud during sports games so plan accordingly if your child is sensitive to noise (bring headphones).
Like a good bar , with many TVs and great wings. Then come to Bada. A lot of regulars but good vibes all the way through.
Thomas Brown
Wings very small and not that greatQuality not worth the money1 st time there and will not go back
Food: 3
Donald Dunn
This is a nice neighborhood bar that has lots of regular patrons. We have been going since it opened several years ago. Great wings, and burgers.We usually sit outside because they also allow pets outside.
You can get better food at a bowling alley everything was unseasoned I can’t believe the bonelsss wings were $10 they tasted like Tyson chicken tenders!! The burger was okay fries had no seasoning at all!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Virginia w
Great wings and mozzarella
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Katharine Evaul
Food options are diverse but they really focus on the wings. You can get boneless but for traditional wings, these are by weight.Not anti-family but it is obvious that the restaurant is closer to a bar than a food restaurant.
We (party of 2) had a great time at ba-da wings last night. We ordered drinks, bone-in wings, a wrap, and potato skins, and although the portion sizes are a little small compared to other restaurants, I thought they were normal portions. I didn't end up with anything left over, but I didn't leave unsatisfied either. The servers/bartenders were very nice and we enjoyed talking to them; they made an effort to be friendly with us even though the bar was full. I'm not sure if the bartenders always double as servers or if it was because this was a Sunday night, but keep in mind that sometimes there may not be a server on the floor and being patient and kind to service workers will get you better service. Our service was great, the food was delicious, and the pours for the drinks were generous. We enjoyed the music playlist. We definitely want to come back and try more menu items.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Zach D.
Hands down, best wings in Durham. Only wings I've had better in the triangle area is Buffalo Brothers and these wings are up there with those guys! Great place with great food and great beer
WBGV Mountaineer
It's sad to see what I can't believe negative reviews because they almost caused me to not go... I'm glad I ignored them and went ahead to go.Wasn't in door 1 min before I was noticed by an employee which gladly told me I could sit anywhere I'd like. Than wasn't at my table more than 1 min before an employee "wish I could remember all thier names" greeted me with a welcoming invite and menu with too many options of amazing looking food! I gave into my weakness of wings and had a generous 1lb order of the blackened Cajun wings. They were a 5 Star!!I'd like to add to these negative reviews that I was visited multiple times by different servers and once bartender glimpsed at me, noticed my beer was empty and motioned if I'd like another than brought to me!!Upon leaving, each employee that served and greeted me remembered my name including one that turned out to be the mgr that wasn't sitting down watching but working and mingling with customers!The atmosphere was just so welcoming and relaxing. I can't praise my impression of this place enough but it was well worth a 2 hr drive!I plead with you to ignore these negative reviews and just go give this place a visit! I feel you'll agree with me!Thank You to the entire staff there on my visit!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jumbo Wings
Levi Parkinson
Great atmosphere, great wings, great bar, and great employees.It is an awesome place for food and drink day or night.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boneless Wings
Marquita Grant
I live right up the street from this place what a gem! Food was really good but the music they was playing was the highlight for me and not the edited version! Service could have been better but i think it was just the two people there which is understandable they was going back and forth and we wasn't drinking just eating so we got it butttt.. Truly im just glad they acknowledged us cause I've been to places where we got nothing and had to walk out. My homegirl and I will be back!
Local bar/wing place. Tried it because my family was in the mood for wings and this was the closest place where we were at the time. Took a while for someone to come to hostess stand and take our order but when she did, she was pleasant. The ambiance is your typical bar with TV's. It's rather dark but everyone that was there while I waited for my to-go order seemed to be having a good time. The wings were great! They were seasoned well and the portions were a good amount. We have since placed another order and again happy with the sauce flavor and the amount of heat on spicy choices.
It's just a beer & game watching place. Which is great if that's all you want. We went with a few friends for the wings. They were the smallest wings ever, they claimed it was a pound ( that is the minimum quantity you can order) which could not be further from the truth. We ordered the 1st batch. Thought it might just be a fluke. Then ordered a 2nd batch,,,SAME THING! SMALL AND NOT A POUND OF THEM! The taste,,,well ,,,meh:/. Way too salty too. It was fun only because I was with friends and we got to watch the game. Won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Good wings (&fries). Feel of a neighborhood bar/restaurant. Family friendly dining area. Got to go to take back to the bottle shop a couple doors down.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings
I'm giving 5 stars to the service because they really hustle and try their best. You might think the service is a little chaotic during busy times, but it is because more than one staff member is trying to ensure that you get your order placed and that you have what you need at all times. I'd say they do very well. The wings are good too! A pound of wings is about right for a 1 person light meal. So if you want to share a pound, you will probably want to finish up with one of their delicious wraps, salads, or burgers. Beer selection is very good for a local place. They do have a very good variety of choices (10 or so) local and craft brews that are very good. And there is always the mass market brews like Corona, Miller, PBR, etc. I have been pleased by the promotions by the beer distributors giving away a few and some nice swag during the NCAA Tournament games. Have been here several times now and it is a very good place to watch NC State basketball. The only thing I would wish for is to not have the little hint of cigarette smoke getting in by the front door smoking area. It isn't very objectionable to me but if you are especially sensitive, then it might be a problem for you. Bottom line, I like the place and am glad to see a nice local dive bar that welcomes respectful newcomers and regular clientele alike. And it is in a great location in North Raleigh.Vegetarian options: Honestly didn't see a lot of options. This is mostly a wings and burgers kind of place but they do have nice meatless salads so I would not hesitate to bring a vegetarian friend here. And beer is vegetarian too.Parking: The shopping center has other stores, a gym, and an Aldi grocery store. You might have to park more than 3 meters from the front door, but you won't have to go too far. It is a little darker out towards Creedmoor Rd, but otherwise the parking lot is well lit and feels safe.Kid-friendliness: It is not a regular kid place, but kids are welcome except for at the bar. It is pretty loud during sports games so plan accordingly if your child is sensitive to noise (bring headphones).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings, Tater Tots, Sweet Thai Chilli Wings
Like a good bar , with many TVs and great wings. Then come to Bada. A lot of regulars but good vibes all the way through.
Wings very small and not that greatQuality not worth the money1 st time there and will not go back
Food: 3
This is a nice neighborhood bar that has lots of regular patrons. We have been going since it opened several years ago. Great wings, and burgers.We usually sit outside because they also allow pets outside.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Onion Rings, Chicken Wings, Cheeseburger
You can get better food at a bowling alley everything was unseasoned I can’t believe the bonelsss wings were $10 they tasted like Tyson chicken tenders!! The burger was okay fries had no seasoning at all!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Great wings and mozzarella
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food options are diverse but they really focus on the wings. You can get boneless but for traditional wings, these are by weight.Not anti-family but it is obvious that the restaurant is closer to a bar than a food restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
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We (party of 2) had a great time at ba-da wings last night. We ordered drinks, bone-in wings, a wrap, and potato skins, and although the portion sizes are a little small compared to other restaurants, I thought they were normal portions. I didn't end up with anything left over, but I didn't leave unsatisfied either. The servers/bartenders were very nice and we enjoyed talking to them; they made an effort to be friendly with us even though the bar was full. I'm not sure if the bartenders always double as servers or if it was because this was a Sunday night, but keep in mind that sometimes there may not be a server on the floor and being patient and kind to service workers will get you better service. Our service was great, the food was delicious, and the pours for the drinks were generous. We enjoyed the music playlist. We definitely want to come back and try more menu items.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Hands down, best wings in Durham. Only wings I've had better in the triangle area is Buffalo Brothers and these wings are up there with those guys! Great place with great food and great beer
It's sad to see what I can't believe negative reviews because they almost caused me to not go... I'm glad I ignored them and went ahead to go.Wasn't in door 1 min before I was noticed by an employee which gladly told me I could sit anywhere I'd like. Than wasn't at my table more than 1 min before an employee "wish I could remember all thier names" greeted me with a welcoming invite and menu with too many options of amazing looking food! I gave into my weakness of wings and had a generous 1lb order of the blackened Cajun wings. They were a 5 Star!!I'd like to add to these negative reviews that I was visited multiple times by different servers and once bartender glimpsed at me, noticed my beer was empty and motioned if I'd like another than brought to me!!Upon leaving, each employee that served and greeted me remembered my name including one that turned out to be the mgr that wasn't sitting down watching but working and mingling with customers!The atmosphere was just so welcoming and relaxing. I can't praise my impression of this place enough but it was well worth a 2 hr drive!I plead with you to ignore these negative reviews and just go give this place a visit! I feel you'll agree with me!Thank You to the entire staff there on my visit!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jumbo Wings
Great atmosphere, great wings, great bar, and great employees.It is an awesome place for food and drink day or night.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Boneless Wings
I live right up the street from this place what a gem! Food was really good but the music they was playing was the highlight for me and not the edited version! Service could have been better but i think it was just the two people there which is understandable they was going back and forth and we wasn't drinking just eating so we got it butttt.. Truly im just glad they acknowledged us cause I've been to places where we got nothing and had to walk out. My homegirl and I will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4