Everyone’s favorite dive bar food is growing up, no longer just the fluorescent orange bits of mystery meat with a side of limp celery and carrots. And though we still love those (pass the blue cheese, please), we can’t help but get excited about all these fancier versions that L.A. chefs and restaurants are now serving. Chicken wings have become a canvas for all kinds of spicy, tangy, umami-laden flavor. These places are worth visiting for the wings alone. Just make sure to ask for extra napkins. <i><a href="http://www.laweekly.com/restaurants/8-best-restaurants-for-chicken-wings-in-la-7740534">8 Best Restaurants for Chicken Wings in L.A. </a></i>