Buffalo Wild Wings, a.k.a. B-Dubs and BWW, is opening in Oneonta on Nov. 18 at 11 a.m.! It's located on Southside near the intersection of Les Foster Highway and state Route 23.

Back in 2014, Oneonta residents thought Panera Bread was the best thing to happen to our small town, but that grand opening is going to be nothing compared to BWW's. BWW is preparing for a mob of people to swarm the doors on opening day. Especially since the first 100 customers receive free wings for a year (conditions may apply)!

Rumors about a BWW coming to Oneonta have been circulating for a while. Oneonta residents have been anticipating the grand opening for months but of course, building doesn't always go smoothly and most stores have a hard time sticking to schedule. To address this issue, BWW managers say, "Good things come to those who wait," and "Thank you all for your patience" in the Buffalo Wild Wings- Oneonta Facebook page, which has over 1,200 likes already.

Why are Oneonta residents ready to skip classes and work for wings? According to a new BWW server, Courtney Ward, "It's not like any other restaurant in Oneonta! It's a brand new and upbeat experience that you and your friends and family can enjoy." She swears, "the whole atmosphere is contagious. You can feel the high energy as soon as you walk in." Another BWW employee, Sari Miller who will be a hostess and cashier, also says we should be "excited for the fun atmosphere and all the different drinks and signature sauces" they have to offer. Courtney and Sari are two of nearly 175 to be hired at Oneonta's BWW.From my experience at the BWW back home, this is the perfect restaurant for a college town like Oneonta. It's not only a sports bar with great food, but it'll be the number one hang out spot. Plus, college students can't pass up the wing night deals! Tuesday nights are 65 cents for traditional wings and Thursday nights are 65 cents for boneless wings (my personal favorite). I'd also like to add that the fried pickles are delicious and Courtney agrees. Even if you aren't a wing lover, there are options for you like burgers and sandwiches. "You're going to love the employees there almost as much as you'll love the food," says Courtney.

Doesn't every college student enjoy a good food challenge? Even if you don't participate, watching your friend do it is prime entertainment. BWW has their famous Blazin' Challenge. The challenge consists of consuming 12 traditional wings drenched in Blazin' sauce (BWW's hottest) in six minutes or less. During the challenge, the participant cannot have drinks or other food items like ranch or bleu cheese, and if he or she vomits, they are disqualified. It may sound torturous but never doubt college students.

BWW's grand opening is a big deal, here in Oneonta. It's probably the most highly anticipated event this year. Sari says, training has "been long but we know we will be prepared for opening day." Ready to watch all your favorite sports teams on 56 wide screen TV's while stuffing your face with wings? Bring on the food baby and get pumped for opening day on Nov. 18!