The Meat Hook @ Brooklyn Flea Smorgasbord

For those unfamiliar, the Williamsburg waterfront plays host to the Brooklyn Flea's Smorgasbord. Each Saturday in the warmer months, many local food vendors and eateries gather, rain or shine, to offer an eclectic assortment of culinary delights. Upon this particular visit, I came across The Meat Hook, a Brooklyn-based butcher, who, at the Smorgasbord, had hot wings on their menu.

An unexpected, but great find!

My order was freshly tossed in their hot sauce, which was delicious and pleasantly spicy. I detected no bitterness, which is often the result of added oils. The chicken itself was grilled, cooked properly throughout, yet maintained a bit of crunch on the outside along with a very flavorful, juicy meat inside. My only complaint was that they only served the forearm sections; I would have liked it evenly split with the upper arm/drums. The sauce has more vinegar notes than usual, but fans of Buffalo sauces won't mind at all. While those who are heat-averse might find this a bit much, the heat level is fine for those used to hot; just spicy enough to wake up your mouth, but not enough to cause discomfort.

Overall, this was a surprisingly refreshing find in my travels, and it's great to find a local business that, in turn, supports local suppliers. Their main shop is located nearby in North Williamsburg and demands a follow-up visit. Hopefully, I can get more of their wings there!


The Meat Hook
100 Frost St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 349-5033
www.the-meathook.com/

Smorgasbord - The Brooklyn Flea
East River Waterfront (btw. North 6 + 7 St.)
www.brooklynflea.com/