Gus’s World Famous Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken Joint and Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Memphis, Memphis
"Definitely a contender for the best chicken in Memphis."(6 Tips)
"Fried Green Tomatoes and a sweet tea are a must, too!"(14 Tips)
"The fried pickles are the best that I have ever tasted!"(11 Tips)
"Fried chicken, sweet potato pie, baked beans, cole slaw, sweet tea"(6 Tips)
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Lisa WMay 13, 2012This is the best fried chicken I've ever had. We ordered a second order right after we ate the first, it was that good. Wanted to steal the chef back up to Chicago. Get the fried green tomato.Upvoted Feb 16
Men's Health MagAugust 3, 2014Sure, they have sides like coleslaw and baked beans, but the birds are the main event: Gus’s goes through 200 tons every year. The batter’s a little salty, a little spicy, and plenty crunchy. Read more
AmateurConciergeSeptember 18, 2019Yea ok this is some real good fried chicken. The meat is a tad dry but the spiced batter makes up for it. Mac n cheese is bomb as well. Must hit in Memph town
Gabriel M.July 4, 2021Best fried chicken I’ve had in my life. So good I ate here two nights in a roll. Beans and slaw are delicious too. A must eat while in Memphis!
Tamara BrownMarch 15, 2015Delicious chicken- good & spicy! Wait for 2 was 25 mins, but well worth it! Also try the sweet tea and fried green tomatoes.
Paul WilliamsMarch 27, 2017Unbelievable fried chicken. Just enough spice and not greasy. Well worth the wait. We will make sure to go to Gus's every time we are in Memphis.
Erin KlingbergSeptember 22, 2016Delicious chicken with some free entertainment with singing coming from the kitchen! :) 20 piece family chicken deal with sides easily fed 7 people plus leftovers!
V CJuly 16, 2014Really good fried chicken. FYI: their chicken are all spicy, so if you take kids, make sure they can eat them. Chicken tenders are less spicy than normal fried chicken.
Marie La RueNovember 26, 2022Hot & spicy & cooked to perfection fried chicken. All the sides are chef’s kiss. What dreams are made of.
Paul LuningApril 22, 2019Outstanding fried chicken. That’s all they’ve got (other than sides, pie, and grilled cheese for kids), but that’s all you need when it’s this good.
Maryam MalikJanuary 6, 2015It's the most delicious fried chicken that I have had in a while . Their fried rice are good too. Can't go wrong with this chicken in Memphis
Kathy MatthiesenJuly 25, 2016Exactly as advertised - Hot, Spicy, & juicy fried chicken. The fried chicken plates come with coleslaw & beans, but can swap for other sides
The best fried chicken I have ever had. Do not leave Memphis without stopping at Gus' s for some fried chicken. You will not be disappointed.
Vivek SurtiJanuary 4, 2012This is some of the best fried chicken I have ever eaten. If there's a line (and usually there is), order yourself a beer and hang outside. You'll work up a huge appetite!
Returning customer:) Gus's is one of my favorite places to eat. So today I am ordering a three piece wing platter which comes with beans and slaw.
Matt BradyJune 10, 2018This is such an amazing place. The chicken has a great flavor that will stick with you for a long time.
Shay T.March 18, 2015Mac n cheese is sooo gooey. words can't express the delicious um um great. And the chicken is finger n lip smacking good
Bobby KennedyFebruary 13, 2016The fried chicken is world class, but don't miss the fried pickles too. Can't visit Memphis without going here.
Ashley M.May 27, 2016Make sure you have plenty of sweet tea in your glass when the food comes - the seasoning in the chicken makes you thirsty!
Nash PleasantSeptember 9, 2018Best fried chicken in America, hands down. Beats Willie May’s in Nee Orleans. The spiced batter puts it at the top of the chart
Best fried chicken in the city. Skip the sides, but make sure to save room for a slice of chess pie
Brian McGJune 5, 2016A must have while visiting Memphis. Obviously get the fried chicken, and try the fried pickles too
Suzanne E JonesDecember 28, 2014Great chicken!! Nice little kick of spice. The Mac & cheese was amazing!! 20 min wait but well worth it- Alan HedrickMarch 25, 2021Greatest Chicken Legs on the Planet. Batter is awesome. Sweet Potato Pie just tops off the whole dining experience.
Larry BryantDecember 7, 2015One of the best chicken joints in the city. The chicken is so phenomenal that you'll wanna come back
David LewisApril 30, 2019Very few people click on the more places link, if you are not in the top three you are not going to get business from the Business Listings. We think thats a waste! Website:
Love the three piece dark! I substitute potato salad for the slaw! Sweet tea is truly the Southern House Wine!
Seasoning on the fried chicken is perfect. Food this good; no place for self-control
ShavonneJuly 16, 2016Mmm mmmmm fried chicken 😋. Friendly staff, good sides and decent beer selection too.
Erik LundyDecember 29, 2017Just chicken and sides done here, and it is done well. Mac and Cheese is yummy.
Jean-Paul GodmaireAugust 13, 2014World famous for a reason, amazing fried chicken, friendly service and lots of space
Michæl BrettNovember 30, 2014Fried green tomatoes to start followed by their famous, and very tasty, fried chicken
Precious SJuly 14, 2013Beware, my lips are hot! I usually order Thai food with 1 or less stars! Even the beans have heat!
- BrittneyMarch 25, 2011Best fried chicken in TN. Had one of the meatiest chicken breasts I've ever seen. Fried Green Tomatoes and a sweet tea are a must, too!
- Bill CrawfordJune 21, 2016There is no better fried chicken and as far as the rest of the Gus' locations, to me this is the best.
Kevin DoyleJuly 18, 2015I like the fried green tomatoes..... Chicken was great if you like spicy....I ate it tho...😊
Denise McAleerSeptember 9, 2013Great service, good fried pickles. Chicken is way over hyped. I was not impressed and have had better. It was good but I would never say it's the best chicken on earth.
GoerlitzMarch 1, 2012Juicy chicken, crispy skin, fantastic taste - yet no grease all over... it's not a myth. And it IS the best damn fried chicken in the world!
Danielle DicksJune 9, 2010Memphis in May and Gus's...Amazing... Best fried green tom.'s I have EVER had!! And, the friendly staff and locals made you feel like you weren't a tourist at all
Nate MarascoMay 12, 2015Consistently great Southern fried chicken and good turnip greens. Very reasonably priced.- The fried chicken is awesome, and the atmosphere is great.
Russell WarnerSeptember 12, 2013Best chicken in the world. I ordered a half chicken. I should have ordered 3 whole chickens!!
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Gus’s World Famous Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken
310 S Front St
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
At Gus's we're all about the food! Gus's restaurants are low-key with a southern flare where you will hear soulful classics emitting from the jukebox. Many people call Gus's a "blues-infused southern eatery." At Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken we focus on the chicken!...
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(901) 527-4877
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