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    Ordinary Joes

    4.3 (80 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for dancing
    Good for kids

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    Buffalo Cheddar wings
    Jason P.

    Ordinary Joe's is a small neighborhood sports bars that CT's Wing Addicts placed on their CT Wing Trail for the area. I recently visited from 35 minutes away on a football Sunday because I'm trying to hit as many of the Wing Trail spots as I can. OJ's atmosphere is appropriate for a small sports bar.I arrived around opening, and predictably they were not crowded yet. By the time I left, most of the tables were taken. The crowd seemed like mostly regulars who loved their bar. The bartender who helped me was friendly and she called certain customers by name. I ordered 6 Teriyaki Wasabi wings, 6 Buffalo Cheddar wings and a Counterweight beer that wasn't Headway. The wings were meaty and had good inner and outer texture. I don't normally order teriyaki wings, but the Wasabi element intrigued me. The primary sauce was a very good teriyaki and the wasabi came in the form of a saucy squiggle. Wow. I was really impressed by this combination. The flavors played very well together. There was just the right amount of smooth wasabi flavor, and it countered the sweetness of the teriyaki in a great way. I would put this in a food category I like to call, "If you think you'd like it, I think you'll love it." The flavors are really strong. So if you don't think you'll like it, I would trust your instinct. I didn't know what the Buffalo Cheddar would be, but I liked the idea of trying a familiar Buffalo flavor with a surprising element like Cheddar. The wings were sauced in a good Buffalo sauce, but not one that stands out relative to my fav CT Buffalo sauces. The cheddar was almost like a squeezable cheddar paste. Like the Wasabi, the cheddar was squiggled across the wings and the lines were particularly strong. Great presentation. I probably wouldn't order this exact flavor again, but it was good. Especially with the very good, thick blue cheese dip. The beer draft list was appropriate for a small neighborhood bar, but I think a broader CT craft beer list would help take Ordinary Joe's up another level. But they certainly know their crowd better than I do. I came away impressed with OJ's wing and neighborhood bar game. Definitely worth a trip if you're a wing fan. 4.5 Stars

    Hot Wings
    Steven B.

    I can be a wing snob, so when I say these are high quality wings, I mean it. The crisp on the outside is greatly complemented with a juicy inside. Hot sauce was a classic take on a buffalo sauce and I'm sure it is a favorite. They have plenty other flavors to try; I'll be back to try more. It is a smaller town feel type bar with lots of friendly people to go along with the attentive staff. Drinks are more than reasonable, great place to watch a game.

    Roasted garlic parm
    Jessica F.

    Stopped in the day before thanksgiving and they were pretty busy. We were greeted once we sat down and was served fast. Started with the poutine (sorry no picture) and I devoured it in record time. Gravy on every fry and plenty of cheese curds. The fries did not get soggy by the end of the dish. There were a lot of wing options but I decided on the roasted garlic parm. This is where I was a little let down, the wings weren't coated in the sauce but just topped in them leaving not a lot to soak up. I was left with sauce on one side then a fried chicken wing on the other. The chicken wings were meaty and crunchy. However, there were so many wings I'll be back to try more.

    Lemon pepper wings
    Eric F.

    Decided to give Ordinary Joes a try after hearing multiple good things about the place. I'm so glad we did! While the place was real busy, the service was quick and very attentive! Has a very friendly atmosphere. The wings were really good! They have a lot of sauces to choose from. We will definitely be back to get some more wings! If wings aren't your thing they have a lot of other options on the menu as well!

    Wingaddicts ..

    Are you kidding me?! We were told over and over again to go to O Joe's for their wings. WOW are we glad we listened! Not only is this place a national treasure, its small local vibe is so inviting and the wings are some of the very best in the whole state! And we should know! Not only are they beautiful to look at (LOL) they have so many unique flavors that are ALL 5-star! We had Buffalo, New Zealand, Sweet Hot Chili, Wasabi Drizzle, Garlic Parm, Headway Sweet Heat, Carolina Tang, and Dry Rub Buffalo Ranch. It would be hard to go back have to choose! Great place, great staff, great owners, great food! O Joe's gets 5 stars for sure!

    Hot Fresh Fried Pickles
    Claudia M. P.

    Great hometown casual clean place for everyone. Great Bar and Friendly Knowledgeable Staff. Great Chicken Wings, Burgers, and Fried Pickles ( Bring My Memories Back to Jersey Shore!) All Important Sports Games are always on or great place to quick a chat with new friends.

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    Friendly crowd, I had the burger and fries very good. Stayed for a couple of beers and lunch I enjoyed it.

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    Great food and drink. Wings are awesome as always!!! Nice night out for drinks with friends

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    3 years ago

    "Old" Joe's.... Best bar in WaterOak. Great neighbor feel. Very good draft selection. Good menu, good beer, GREAT people, good prices.

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    Nice place &service ,nice friend and be back for sipping beer Chicken Wings ,Bleu. Good bartenders

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    Local watering hole... Wings and appetizers are tasty. Great place to catch up with friends and family... Always busy.

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    Family friendly, awesome wings, and great beer selection. The waitstaff is very friendly and fast service! Sunday football fun!

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    We had Buffalo, New Zealand, Sweet Hot Chili, Wasabi Drizzle, Garlic Parm, Headway Sweet Heat, Carolina Tang, and Dry Rub Buffalo Ranch.

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