In Austin, Tommy Want Wingy reigns supreme with the hottest hot wings in the city. The wings here are french cut into “chicken lollipops,” which provides a perfect bite every time. Check them out off South Congress in the Cosmic Coffee courtyard or on Rainey Street at Lustre Pearl.

This bar on Fourth Street only has a few food options, and they do all of them well. The F%ck You Up wings will do just that, and they’re tough to handle even for the most seasoned spicy food fans.

Wingzup is a neighborhood favorite for quality chicken wings with or without the heat, but the “Ghost” wings are known as some of the hottest in town. We prefer the flavor of the “Scary” wings, which are one step below the hottest on the heat index.

Step into your local Pluckers and you’ll see pictures of folks who have conquered these wings. According to online reviews, the actual level of heat can vary based on who is in the kitchen that day and how they’re feeling emotionally. Proceed with caution even though these wings are high on this list.