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Donkey Dawgs

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Virginia Beach restaurant Donkey Dawgs has been honored as the recipient of Broaster® Company’s prestigious Golden Chicken Award for Operator Excellence. Donkey Dawgs received the recognition for showing dedication to the Broaster quality standard while providing customers a memorable and delicious experience.

Donkey Dawgs has been a favorite among Virginia Beach residents since its grand opening in 2007. Known for its affordable prices and family-friendly atmosphere, the casual breakfast and lunch spot offers signature hot dogs, North Carolina-style barbecue, and Genuine Broaster Chicken®.

“Advertising the Broaster name has brought new business to our restaurant,” says Donkey Dawgs owner Bobby Jones. “Our customers trust the Broaster name and love that our products are consistent in price and taste. Receiving the Golden Chicken Award is an exciting distinction for Donkey Dawgs.”

Since adding Broaster products to the menu in December 2016, Donkey Dawgs’ total profits have increased by 20%. Branded boxes, window decals, and permanent mounted advertising drive customers into the restaurant for the excellent quality they can expect from Genuine Broasted Chicken.

“Donkey Dawgs exemplifies what it means to be an Operator of Excellence,” says Jay Cipra, CEO/President at Broaster Company. “We are impressed by their commitment to providing the Virginia Beach community with a world-class Broasted Chicken experience. It is an honor to have Genuine Broaster Chicken served at such an outstanding establishment.”

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#FAQFryDay: I`m craving Genuine Broaster Chicken! ✨🍗 Where can I get it?

We’ve got you covered—find the closest spot serving up your favorite fried chicken here 👉 broaster.com/store-locator

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Day 3 at the @nationalrestaurantshow 🎉 We are having so much fun talking to everyone & showcasing our chicken & equipment. Stop by & listen in on some of our public demos 🎤 #2025RestaurantShow #BetterBeBroaster #BroastBroastBaby

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Day 2 at the @nationalrestaurantshow 🤩 Visit us at Booth #4062!

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We’re here at the @nationalrestaurantshow at Booth #4062! 🎉🍗 Stop by & visit us!

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Flaky, golden, buttery perfection—our buttermilk biscuits are reason enough to celebrate. But pair them with our juicy, crispy, Jumbo Popcorn Chicken? Now that’s a flavor combo worth craving! 🍗💥

May 15

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Happy National Buttermilk Biscuit Day! 🧈🍞 Flaky, golden, buttery perfection—our buttermilk biscuits are reason enough to celebrate. But pair them with our juicy, crispy, Jumbo Popcorn Chicken? Now that’s a flavor combo worth craving! 🍗💥

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Happy Mother`s Day!

Today, we’re celebrating the women who fill our hearts — and our plates — with love. Treat Mom to something crispy, golden, and unforgettable. 🍗💕

Because nothing says "I love you, Mom" like a bucket of her favorite Broasted chicken!

May 11

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#FAQFryDay: How do I minimize Fryer downtime?

1. Always use Broaster filtering compounds & follow the recommended filtering procedures set forth in your Operations Manual.
2. Always make sure the filter screen is in place under the filter paper when you reassemble your filter pan.
3. If the pressure valve (small lever on top of Broaster) won’t fully close, the drain valve could be open & clogged. Remove clog with your ramrod & close drain valve.
4. Always keep spare O-rings on hand for cover & filter pan.
5. When filtering & cleaning your Broaster Pressure Fryer, always use the brushes from your Pressure Fryer Accessory Kit. These brushes were specially designed to quickly & easily clean the units. Contact your Local Authorized Distributor if you need replacement heads or brushes.
6. Once a month, verify screws for the probe guard are tight & not missing.
7. Keep copies of instruction sheets & job aides on hand near your equipment to ensure proper procedures are always followed. This is especially important when you have newer employees in the kitchen.
8. NEVER turn the unit on with water &/or cleaning solution in the cooking well. Always unplug your unit & place the cleaning flag on the latch column to alert others that the well is currently being cleaned with water.
9. Always use your handy O-Ring & groove cleaner tool when installing O-Rings or cleaning your groove. This tool was designed to not damage the O-Ring or the groove. If damage occurs to either component, this may cause your unit to not build pressure.
10. Always use OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) Components & parts on your Broaster Pressure Fryer. Failure to do so may void your warranty.

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Today is a very special day for the Broaster Company—we get to celebrate two dedicated, hard-working, talented individuals for their 30-year anniversaries with us! 🎉

Troy Long and Ron Kollasch have been an important part of our Broaster family for 30 years now. We are so lucky to have them on our team! Drop a comment below to show them some love! 💬👇

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Today is a very special day for the Broaster Company—we get to celebrate two dedicated, hard-working, talented individuals for their 30-year anniversaries with us! 🎉 Troy Long and Ron Kollasch have been an important part of our Broaster family for 30 years now. We are so lucky to have them on our team! Drop a comment below to show them some love! 💬👇

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