At The Dirty Buffalo®, we like to say, "We’re More Than Just a Wing Joint^SM.” Sure we have served millions of our signature, award-winning wings since we opened our doors in 2012, initially as a quick-service restaurant, and later as we expanded into multiple full-service restaurants in Hampton Roads, Virginia.  We also think we’ve perfected the method for preparing authentic Buffalo-style chicken wings so they come out fast, fresh, and consistently crispy every time.  Moreso, we offer over 40 unique, proprietary sauces and rubs.  Yes, we do all that, but what defines the culture and atmosphere at The Dirty Buffalo are Food, Friends, and Family. 

When we started The Dirty Buffalo® in 2012 we were just a couple of Western New York transplants looking for a place where we could enjoy a true “City of Good Neighbors” experience.  (Buffalo is nicknamed the City of Good Neighbors). We searched the southeastern Virginia area for a place with good wings and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere that reminded us of home, but we just couldn’t find anything that fit the bill.  So we decided to open our own.

Originally, wings were going to be the focal point of our menu.  However, we also wanted to introduce outsiders to other iconic Western New York fare, like the “Dirty Plate.”  The Dirty Plate is a combination platter consisting of a protein (like pulled pork, steak, burgers, hot dogs, or chicken tenders) piled right on top of two homestyle sides and covered in a savory sauce.  It’s a Rochester New York staple and it turns out that everyone else loves it too! People flock to The Dirty Buffalo for our signature plate—featured on two separate national tv shows—the Dirty Chick®.  It’s two chicken tenders coated in sauce atop our famous mac ‘n cheese and crispy home-fried potatoes.

At The Dirty Buffalo®, we serve pretty simple American favorites, but in a unique and unexpected way (i.e. Dirty style).  By paying attention to the tiniest of details and providing unforgettable service to our guests, we’ve built a brand that is one of the fastest-growing businesses in the Hampton Roads area.  And we’d love to bring it to your hometown as well. 

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The Heart of a Buffalo

Our Values

Attention to detail 

We believe that good isn’t good enough. We never stop trying to do it better, no matter how good we are.

Legendary service 

Our goal is to provide such unique and genuine personal care and attention that our guests tell stories about us.

Cleanliness

With a name like The Dirty Buffalo®, false impressions can arise before a guest even walks in the door. We constantly strive to keep this perception from becoming a reality by impressing our guests with a well-lit, meticulously clean, and effectively organized restaurant at all times.

Sense of community 

We pay homage to our namesake – the City of Buffalo – which is also nicknamed the “City of Good Neighbors.” We strive to bring the sense of community that Western New York is known for to our guests wherever they may reside.

Diversity 

We believe that a diverse workforce and customer base is a hallmark of success. We constantly strive to maintain a relaxed atmosphere free from any judgment in order to be inclusive of staff and guests of every race, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, marital status, education level, and income level.

Teamwork

We believe our continued success depends on teamwork. We know that great achievements are only possible by helping and respecting each other.

Honesty

We recognize that honesty and trust form the bond that holds organizations and relationships together.

Personal accountability

We do what we say we are going to do when we say we are going to do it.