Gus’s World Famous Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken

Perhaps the quintessential American fried chicken--juicy on the inside, crispy and salty on the outside, served with a side of slaw and baked beans on a gingham tablecloth. Read more

This 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 .

Sure, 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

Best 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!

Yea 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

Unbelievable 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.

Greatest Chicken Legs on the Planet. Batter is awesome. Sweet Potato Pie just tops off the whole dining experience.

Hot & spicy & cooked to perfection fried chicken . All the sides are chef’s kiss. What dreams are made of.

Delicious chicken - good & spicy ! Wait for 2 was 25 mins, but well worth it! Also try the sweet tea and fried green tomatoes .

Outstanding 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.

It'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

Really 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 .

This 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!

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.

Exactly as advertised - Hot, Spicy , & juicy fried chicken . The fried chicken plates come with coleslaw & beans, but can swap for other sides

Delicious chicken with some free entertainment with singing coming from the kitchen! :) 20 piece family chicken deal with sides easily fed 7 people plus leftovers!

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 .

Best fried chicken in America, hands down. Beats Willie May’s in Nee Orleans. The spiced batter puts it at the top of the chart

The fried chicken is world class , but don't miss the fried pickles too. Can't visit Memphis without going here.

One of the best chicken joints in the city . The chicken is so phenomenal that you'll wanna come back

This is such an amazing place. The chicken has a great flavor that will stick with you for a long time.

Awesome Chicken ! Great coconut pie ! Everything was soooo good!

Mac n cheese is sooo gooey. words can't express the delicious um um great. And the chicken is finger n lip smacking good

Best fried chicken in the city . Skip the sides, but make sure to save room for a slice of chess pie

Do yourself a favor. Go here! Best fried chicken I've ever eaten.

Great chicken !! Nice little kick of spice. The Mac & cheese was amazing!! 20 min wait but well worth it

A must have while visiting Memphis. Obviously get the fried chicken , and try the fried pickles too

Make sure you have plenty of sweet tea in your glass when the food comes - the seasoning in the chicken makes you thirsty!

Seasoning on the fried chicken is perfect. Food this good; no place for self-control

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The fried chicken is awesome, and the atmosphere is great.

There is no better fried chicken and as far as the rest of the Gus' locations, to me this is the best.

World famous for a reason, amazing fried chicken , friendly service and lots of space

Fried green tomatoes to start followed by their famous, and very tasty, fried chicken

Fried green tomatoes are pretty good! But the chicken is the BEST!

Mmm mmmmm fried chicken ????. Friendly staff , good sides and decent beer selection too.

Consistently great Southern fried chicken and good turnip greens . Very reasonably priced.

Family dinner was great for four adults. Best baked beans . Great coleslaw

Love the three piece dark! I substitute potato salad for the slaw ! Sweet tea is truly the Southern House Wine !

Juicy 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!

Just chicken and sides done here, and it is done well . Mac and Cheese is yummy.

Honestly some of the best fried chicken I've ever had ????

Fried chicken and coleslaw was amazing!

Best fried chicken I've ever had. Spicy and flavorful all the way through.

Fried chicken , sweet potato pie , baked beans , cole slaw , sweet tea

Such good service and duh: get the chicken . Try fried tomatoes also.

Awwwwweeesssooommmeee Juicy flavorful chicken , great fries & baked beans and even greater staff .

Very good Chicken...spicy but great food....fried pickles are awesome!

Make sure to get some mac and cheese to go with your fried chicken .

Best fried chicken I've ever had. Great fried pickles as well !