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“World famous for a reason”
In a tiny little town east of Memphis, not 10 yards off the main drag, sits a roadside shack with a broken-down sign and a packed parking lot. After almost 60 years in business, Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken is more of a tradition than a location, more an identity than a restaurant. The original location has spawned a chain of successful Memphis franchises. Even in today’s rocky economy, lil’ ol’ Gus’s is “too big to fail” among local lovers of this local icon.Regular patrons are fond of saying that Gus’s “is not fast food.” Be prepared to wait, or call ahead with your order. Whether you eat at the original family business out in Mason or one of the Memphis franchises, Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken has the style and attitude of an old-school, blues-infused southern eatery. Wait your turn, pay your money, stay out of the way, make yourself at home. Do your time, and your reward will be a spectacular specimen of southern fried chicken glory.
1. The best fried green tomatoes in my life! 2. We all got the 3 piece white. The flavor was amazing. Even the huge white meat pieces were juicy to the bone. The exact right kind of spicy, flavor... Read more
Best chicken I have ever had! Also wonderful service- they wrapped up a piece to go, and several hours later, after a plane ride home, it was still warm. Must visit if in Memphis Read more
It was the best meal I had while visiting Memphis; dare I say, some of the best fried chicken I've eaten. Mac and Cheese was ok, slaw was good. The fried okra was very. The chicken was cooked... Read more
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
Hours
- Sun - Thu: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Fri, Sat: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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