Do you want video games with your chicken wings?

MANILA -- The newest branch of Buffalo Wild Wings in Glorietta takes its “wings, beer, sports” mantra seriously.

The American chain's second Philippine branch after Estancia Mall in Capitol Commons, Pasig is a restaurant, a bar, a stadium and a gamer’s paradise all rolled into one.

The Makati branch is the first among the 1,100 Buffalo Wild Wings locations worldwide to feature a gaming wall equipped with Xbox One with Kinect. Guests can test their skills with the latest Electronic Arts games for free.

This is on top of the flat-screen TVs for more traditional sports fans to watch football, boxing and other sporting events from here and abroad.

As for the food, start with bar chow like the Jalapeño Poppers, Pretzels and Nachos before attacking Buffalo Wild Wings’ hand-spun chicken wings.

Choose from 18 different sauces ranging from mild Smilin’ for timid taste buds, to tongue-incinerating Sizzling for those who like their wings extra hot. Be adventurous and check out unique sauces like the Asian Zing, which is like having Thai Red Curry Wings.

Buffalo Wild Wings also boasts of giving customers the most pleasant beer drinking experience that can be found anywhere. This is due to their proprietary nucleic beer glasses that virtually removes the froth and that unpleasant bloated feeling from downing too many mugs of beer. The bar is stocked with both local and foreign beers. Craft beers, for the more discerning beer drinkers, are also on the beverage list.

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

US sports bar chain to open in PH

MANILA, Philippines - Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. will enter the Philippines later this year as they agreed terms with a local restaurant operator, marking their first foray in Asia.

The Minneapolis-based sports bar signed with The Bistro Group, whose local operations include Italianni's, TGI Friday's and Bulgogi Brothers, to start construction on branches in Makati and Manila.

"We are thrilled to continue our international expansion to the Philippines with The Bistro Group, and bring our wings, beer and exciting sports experience to even more guests across the globe," said Sally Smith, chief operating officer and president of Buffalo Wild Wings.

"The Philippines has passionate sports fans, who we believe will love the great atmosphere at Buffalo Wild Wings, as well as enjoy a menu filled with our classic hot fresh wings, and local favorites," she added.

Matt Brokl, vice president of international development at Buffalo Wild Wings, felt that the Philippines was the "natural choice" in Asia, considering it to be among the fastest growing economies in the region.

"The economy is growing faster than China`s and with an expanding middle class, there is a lot of enthusiasm for casual dining. The exciting sports atmosphere of the restaurant will fit perfectly with sports fans in the Philippines," Brokl said.

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. has more than 940 branches in the US, and has recently expanded internationally with 13 branches in Canada and the announcement of plans in Mexico and the Middle East.

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com