Location: Near downtown Mesa Parking: Street parking with a short walk to the front door Size of Party: Looked to be about 20 tables that could seat 4 per table - they would combine tables if your party is larger Service: Solid throughout visit - greeted and sat quickly, thorough explanation of menu, attentive to refill needs, and food takes 15-20 minutes because they cook the chicken after you order it Menu: Concise and focused on what they do best - chicken - couple of appetizer options and standard side options with fried chicken Taste: Overall good flavor with all dishes I tried - fried pickles, chicken sandwich, and fries Recommend: Good pick for when you are in the mood for fried chicken and an easy going ambiance read more

If you've never tried Gus's fried chicken and you better get over there quick. It has its own process for making the crispiest juiciest chicken around. Be careful if you're sensitive to heat because it does have a little spice kick to it. It's expertly cooked and we all liked it. I had a side of the fried okra which was second to none and some turnip greens that I relished. Gus's has a pleasant atmosphere and is nestled in an old warehouse I believe. The weight staff is attentive and it comes by very often to make sure you have everything you need. The place was clean and hospitable we will be returning. read more

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I think Gus's has the best fried chicken around. Not only that, but the Mac n' cheese is the real thing made with real cheese. I even love the finely shredded cooked slaw. There is sidewalk seating for days with good weather, and the dining room has several tables, too. There is a counter to order to-go for, or you can sit and eat at the counter. The decor seems perfect for fried chicken eating--lots of exposed brick, and some interesting paintings of blues artists. Our server today was a real easy of sunshine. He seemed to have a genuine smile on his face the entire time. I commented to my friend that he just seemed like a happy guy. The manager came by and asked how everything was. I love when managers check in! If you have never been to Gus's, put it in your list! You won't be sorry! read more

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This might be the best fried chicken I've ever had. I ordered for pickup and brought it back to my hotel. It was a 15 minute walk. The chicken was still perfectly crispy and super warm while still being very juicy. Also really well seasoned--no need to dip it into anything. I got mac and cheese as well as baked beans for my side. The beans were good, but pretty standard. The Mac was great, very cheesy and a good bit of seasoning, and the noodles were aldente. Gus's is a spot I will be going to every time I'm in the area.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - 3 Piece Dark Plate - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

My fave location for fried chicken cravings in Mesa! Every visit to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken is consistently delicious, and this time was no different. GM Brian and our server Madison took excellent care of us and made the whole experience even better. Crispy, flavorful, hot and fresh... craving officially satisfied! Great service, great food, and always a fun vibe. Can't wait to come back again. read more

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This place was unexpectedly awesome! Let me explain... My mom and I were next door at Oro Brewing & noticed this cute little fried chicken place next door that sounded amazing. A couple weeks later, we came back to try. When you walk in, you seat yourself at any of the indoor tables (they also have outdoor seating). Menus are already provided next to the napkin holder. Has super old school vibes and fits right into the historic district of Mesa. Reminds me something in Globe. Tons of different options and everything is fresh and cooked to order (so your wait is about 15-20 mins). You can order À la carte, or an entire plate with sides included, or just a chicken sandwich... which is what we got and shared! Their spice levels range from 2-8 or 9 I believe our server said. Chicken tenders are level 2. The chicken was so juicy and the breading was delicious! We also tried the fried pickle spears and I definitely recommend those too! A very nice gentlemen, with a beautiful smile, was going around talking to customers throughout the dining room. When he got to us, he said we HAD to try honey with our sandwich. He brought us a side and OMG he was right!! Amazing! Will definitely be back again soon!! Next time, I think we want to try a plate with some bone in chicken. YUMMMM read more

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Still our absolute favourite Gus's. 10000% Best fried chicken. Ambiance is authentic and it is one of the most welcoming places you can be. Noah was the most diligent and thorough servers we have ever had! read more

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I had order the Memphis special and they had messed my order up but I called and Kevin resolved my problem and he was so sweet! He resolved my problem as fast as he could and I'm beyond happy with this restaurant I come here a lot and even if I didn't I know for a fact he would resolve this problem the same way he did for me for anyone else Kevin your amazing if you see this ! read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - Sweet tea Chicken 3 Piece Tender Plate Fried Okra - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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The BEST fried chicken is here. Service is always fast and the workers are always nice. The chicken always tastes good and it is freshly made. The mac and cheese as a side is my favorite. Prices are reasonable. read more

Our server Noah immediately stood out because he was super attentive the entire time without being overbearing. You can tell he actually cares about the dining experience and keeps up with his tables really well. Service alone was a 10 out of 10. Before coming in, we saw reviews complaining about a 20 minute wait for the food, but honestly that did not bother us because they let us know right away that the chicken is made fresh and would take around 15 minutes. If you know good fried chicken, you already know fresh chicken is worth the wait. I would rather wait a little longer for crispy, hot chicken than get something sitting under a heat lamp. And let me tell you, the chicken came out exactly how fried chicken should be. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, piping hot, and perfectly seasoned. The crunch had that fresh fry texture where you can actually hear it when you bite into it. For sides, I got the okra and mac and cheese. It was my first time trying fried okra and now I completely understand the hype. The seasoning on it was insanely good, especially paired with the Louisiana hot sauce. Definitely ask for the yellow peppers too because they add this juicy little pop of heat and crunch that takes the chicken to another level. Overall: 10 out of 10 service 10 out of 10 food 10 out of 10 atmosphere If you actually love fried chicken and appreciate fresh food made right, this spot is absolutely worth checking out. read more

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Just delicious. After walking around downtown Mesa for a few hours and deciding on a place that everyone could be happy with I chose Gus's. It was on my to try list for Mesa eats Yelp. Not disappointed, every bite was full of deliciousness. From the juicy chicken, well cooked sides and sweet pies. All these things fit together for a great meal. Some things go best with fried chicken and ice cold coke is one of them...they have that! Absolutely one of the best fried chicken meals I've ever had. The service was amazingly good, friendly but never intrusive. The owner or manager even made it around to check on us and others. That's perfect. It has the right southern vibe for a fried chicken place with blues quietly playing. Those getting it to-go will miss out on that. I'll make Gus's a regular when I'm in town. Last words...I'm full. read more

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This restaurant never disappoints. It has a fun vibe as soon as you walk in the door. Our waiter, Noah, bent over backwards to make sure that we had everything we needed. The chicken is consistently amazing! I can't recommend this place enough. The sides are not exceptional, but the chicken is so good that it doesn't even matter. Love, love, love Gus's! read more

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I took a recent trip to Mesa AZ to check out some of the brewpubs there. I discovered that there was a Gus's fried chicken location right next door to one of them. I had heard so much about the original location and how good this chicken is, so I had to find out for myself. I was greeted at the door by a man whom I believe to be the owner, he asked if I was dining in or picking up, I stated I was dining in and was allowed to pick my table. My waitress was very nice and my order was taken promptly. I waited about 25 minutes or so for my order, and it was well worth the wait. I ordered two breasts and two tenders, I did not get any sides. This chicken is absolutely delicious. It was hot, fresh, juicy and so flavorful, it has a slight kick to it, plus there are various hot sauces you can pour on the chicken if you wish. This chicken has replaced Mrs. Knotts as my favorite American fried chicken. If you're in the Mesa area, do yourself a favor and go get this chicken! read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - The souvenir cup you get to keep. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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6.29.25 - my friend was craving this place so we went. It was my first time here. There was plenty of seating inside when we arrived and it started getting busier later on. Our server was really nice, attentive and got our orders in pretty quickly. Our order: Lemonade x4 Half Chicken Plate x2 2-3 Piece Plate 3 Tender Plate Fried Pickle Spears Im not a huge fan of fried chicken so I just got the tenders with greens and mac & cheese plus a jalapeño. Loved all of the sides and appetizer. Chicken was good too. My friends all got beans on their plates and they said it was really good. Ask for the pepperoncini bottle to add some of the juice to your hot sauce! read more

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What can anyone say about Gus's that hasn't already been said? Gus's is a fried chicken institution that lives up well to all the hype. A true comfort food spot. Always attentive, friendly, and hospitable service. And the food is always amazing. Crispy, perfectly spiced fried chicken, always juicy and delicious, I always want to order another plate as soon as I'm done. My go to sides are the coleslaw and fries. The coleslaw is creamy and sweet but not overly so with just the right amount of crunch. Never had a soggy french fry in this place and they are always perfectly seasoned. I can also attest that the Mac and cheese, collard greens, and baked beans are amazing. If you're a craft beer fan I highly suggest ordering their King Gus Imperial IPA made next door by Oro Brewing. It's a hop forward juice bomb that pairs perfectly with a plate of fried chicken. read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - Two 2 Piece White Plate with coleslaw and fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Downtown Mesa's hidden gem. This place is the bomb! When you go here, ask for Curtis. Curtis is the best and his positive upbeat attitude is infectious. We had the corn nuggets (secret menu item), chicken sandwich with fries, the 3 piece (dark meat) with baked beans and Mac and cheese. For dessert we got the chocolate pie with ice cream. Everything was fantastic! Not a single thing was bad. I'm from the south where fried chicken is a staple and I'd put this place in my top tier. Give it a shot. You will not regret it! read more

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My first visit and I have to say it was fantabulous. The chicken is slightly spicy, very moist and tender. We ordered 2 piece dark & 2 piece white and I will say I preferred the white meat. The breast was HUGE so I couldn't finish it. Ordered fried okra, again it was perfectly fried and not over cooked. Meals came with baked beans and slaw and ordered Mac & cheese. All sides were very good. Just couldn't find anything bad to mention. Staff was friendly and on top of things, even the owner or manager came out to make sure everything was good. It's not too big inside but the noise level wasn't a problem and there is outside seating. I'd recommend it if you enjoy fried chicken, tenders or wings. read more

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Delicious fried chicken! Very juicy and tender. It was a little spicy but the waiter warned us about that when we ordered. I usually don't like baked beans but theirs have a different flavor that I actually really liked. The service was very fast and friendly and I liked the lowkey vibe of the restaurant. And they were playing blues music which completed the ambiance! read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - 3 Piece Dark Plate with greens instead of slaw - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Noah was super helpful. The 3-piece chicken tenders were crunchy outside and juicy inside -- could've used a little extra seasoning. I usually hate coleslaw, but this one was . Fried okra was a surprise hit, and the warm pecan pie was good (next time I'll try it cold). Overall, really solid -- I'll be back. read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - 3 Piece Tender Plate beans and potatoe salad - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Delicious and fresh... fried very well. Definitely will return to purchase again. Thanks

Quick, comfort food at it's finest. Gus's is soul food. The staff were friendly and offered recommendations that we took them up on. Don't be like me getting the chicken tenders, be like my husband and get the wings. The flavor was so much better. We also enjoyed the fried pickle spears, the mac and cheese, and greens. They are located near the music venue, The Nile, that we frequent often, so this will become one of our regular stops for food if we need something before a show! read more

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Gus' Fried Chicken is a great spot for fried chicken and fixin's. Food was fresh, service was A++, and the ambiance was fun. We recommend it! read more

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Fried chicken will be ruined for you because nothing else will hit the same. Parking while daunting is completely worth it! The menu is great with plenty of options and sides. Service is always great and friendly. Do note the food takes a minute because it's freshly fried to order. Its definitely worth the stop if close! read more

Sooo I actually didn't go for the chicken. I went for the friend pickles and then I found out that there was okra and green tomatoes also and I had to get all the fried greens!!! Probably some of the best fried okra I've ever had. The pickles were perfect and the fried green tomatoes could have had a little more seasoning but they were cooked awesome :) Our server was really awesome. She was always on top of it and aware when we needed something. The restaurant had cool pictures on the walls and the theme of it kinda looked like it was outside. I want to go back and actually have some chicken too haha. read more

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We have stood in line at 10 am in the morning at Gus's in Memphis, TN. This is the same recipe and no lines! Delicious fried chicken, with a hint of spice. The sides are good too! And our service from Curtis was so pleasant, and efficient! The ambiance is just like Memphis, only in Mesa! Yum! read more

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This southern fried chicken joint is located right on the charming downtown Main Street. The open floor plan is inviting and allows for ample seating. Lives the unique art on the walls and the blues music playing. Their chicken has a little spice to it which was delicious. The fried okra was AMAZING! Finished off with the chess pie- yum! Our waiter was so nice and we got to chat about southern food. He was knowledgeable about the menu and super friendly. Definitely recommend! read more

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We had to try this place, mainly because of the name of the restaurant. Gus's world famous fried chicken. Cool spot. When we entered, there is a sign instructing patrons to seat yourself. The place was packed, but still found a table. Our server Leo came right over. Very friendly, he explained how the chicken is cooked to order and could take about 15 minutes. The seasoning they use has a spicy Cajun bite. He took our order and brought our drinks right away in this reusable souvenirs cup. I ordered the special-4 wings. It comes with Cole slaw and baked beans. They offer other sides that you can substitute with. I changed out the baked beans with Mac N Cheese. You also get a slice of plain white bread that chicken sits on. Hubby ordered the 2 white pieces. He requested 2 breasts for a $1.50 more. For his sides, he ordered 2 of the baked beans. The ambience reminded me of a place from the south. Enjoyed the blues music. Our food came, piping hot! The chicken was fried to perfection. When you bite into it, it had this perfect crunch and the seasoning was spot on. Spicy, but not too spicy. The chicken did not have a heavy batter. The meat was moist and flavorful. The Cole slaw definitely complemented the chicken. Mac N cheese did not fail either. My hubby's chicken breast were also fried to perfection, the meats were moist and flavorful. Baked beans, hands down, hubby ordered another side of baked beans. For dessert, I took home a slice of sweet potatoe pie. It's still sitting in my fridge. But one thing I will say, we will be back. Bringing my souvenir cup to get .50 off the drink. Oh, Leo our server was nothing but great, he checked in with us to see if we needed anything and asked us if we were enjoying our meal. Well done! read more

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This place is a good find. Wife is celiac and I can't seem to tolerate flour anymore. Rice flour and a little spice makes this place a must visit! I had been craving fried chicken for the last couple of months. My sweet wife found a gluten free option and this the bomb! Great service, amazing food. Check 'em out. read more

Came here from a recommendation and I am glad we did. The chicken here is dang good. We'll definitely be thinking about this chicken for awhile! If you like it spicy, they make the perfect spice to flavor combo with great crisp. Docked a star cause the sides were underwhelming. read more

We've been to Gus' Fried Chicken before - actually when it opened. Once upon a time, I wanted to try all the fried chicken our state had to offer but when I finally had Gus, I thought, "why bother!" This place is good - the dark meat is so juicy, that kick of heat, and the coleslaw are divine. That is my usual order, by the way. But last night, I ordered their chicken sandwich with a side of pickle fries. My husband got his usual order of dark meat with fries and beans. He also cannot handle heat very well, but he powers through for Gus. My sandwich was good. It was tough on the outside so my bites were struggling, but I literally did not care. It was good, but I think next time I will order my usual dark meat with coleslaw and coleslaw. The pickle fries though - those are so dang good. I will order those every time and indulge a little. Great location in Downtown Mesa, but parking was ROUGH. I didn't realize Thursday nights were popping and we were just picking up the order! read more

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Fantastic food. Chicken, baked beans, slaw, mac 'n cheese! Great customer service!!!!

This was my first time here! Very yummy! I got tenders, mac n cheese, and coleslaw. My server was very nice as well! Nice staff read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - 3 Piece Tender Plate - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Hey Pulse listeners and fellow food explorers! Lance Reece here with another mouthwatering edition of Lunch with Lance. This week, my foodie friends Michael Mallace and Brandon Neyenhuis joined me on a flavorful mission to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken in Mesa, AZ. If you're chasing the crunchiest, juiciest fried chicken in town, or just looking for one of the best comfort food spots in Mesa, this one's for you. From the moment you walk in, Gus's feels like home. The relaxed, welcoming vibe sets the tone for a laid-back dining experience, and the staff make you feel like family. It's more than a place to eat, it's a place to enjoy. Gus's menu keeps things simple and focused, with fried chicken that's anything but ordinary. Whether you're a fan of white or dark meat, wings or tenders, they've got you covered. Each piece is cooked to golden perfection with a crispy, flavorful crust that delivers just the right amount of heat. It's that subtle Southern-style spice baked right into the batter that makes every bite unforgettable. I went with the classic 2-piece plate, a wing and a breast, and by the end, I was full and completely satisfied. Michael and Brandon chose the chicken tenders and couldn't stop raving about the crispiness and juicy interior. Great fried chicken needs great sides, and Gus's delivers. We loaded up our plates with: Mac and Cheese - rich, creamy, and downright comforting Coleslaw - cool, crunchy, and perfectly tangy Baked Beans - sweet, savory, and a perfect pairing for the chicken Every side held its own and helped round out the meal with classic Southern flavor. Let's not drag it out. Gus's is a straight-up GRUB. With its perfectly spiced, crispy chicken, satisfying sides, and friendly atmosphere, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken lives up to its name. It's a must-visit if you're craving down-home comfort food in Mesa. So yes, it's officially LWL Certified! Craving a bite yet? Head over to Gus's in Mesa and be sure to tell them Lance and 88.7 The Pulse sent you. read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - 2-Piece white meat plate (breast and wing) with their savory beans and creamy mac and cheese. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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I do not like bone in chicken. Until now. They have the best white meat chicken breast I have ever eaten. Their pork and beans are amazing too. Nothing even close to these guys. read more

I had to hop on here just to shoutout our server, Curtis. The food is always amazing and consistent across Gus's locations, but Curtis' service was some of the best I've had in any restaurant. He was incredibly friendly and made me feel happy to be eating there. Not only was he a welcoming, cheerful, and genuine presence, but his attention to detail and charisma reminded me some of the best servers I have worked with in fine dining establishments across the world. Excited to come back! read more

excellent service, flavorful food and a team that definitely works together. Awesome job everyone

Friendly service, limited menu, but it is all about the chicken - and it's AMAZING! So are the pies, the cole slaw, and the corn nuggets (available for a limited time). Go check it out! read more

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Mesa - Chicken Shop Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Food was nasty macaroni and cheese was gross, not going back there ever! Much better places to go

Taking a stroll on Main St, my daughter raves about how good the chicken was. We placed an order to go and sat outside. Although it was hot, the awning made it bearable, plus there was a nice breeze time and again. The chicken was fried really well, and it was juicy. It wasn't over-battered, just right! The clerk was really friendly. read more

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If I could go over 5* I would!!! Amazing food, service, prices and PIE!! Noah was our server, but everyone we spoke to was great. Best fried chicken we've ever had. Cole slaw-yummy. Fried Okra, yum! Well done!!! read more