Exceptional--Possibly the Best Fried Chicken in Orange County…read more I was surprised to see a few negative reviews because our experience with Gus's Fried Chicken in Santa Ana was exceptional. This is some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. It has a true Southern-style flavor: perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and just enough of a spicy kick without overpowering the chicken. The Louisiana hot sauce packets are nothing fancy, but the simple vinegary heat pairs perfectly with the chicken. The fried green tomatoes were excellent, and the barbecue baked beans were seriously good as well. My only regret is that we didn't order the collard greens and mac and cheese--I'll definitely be trying both next time. We ordered delivery, and everything arrived hot, neatly packaged, and in great condition. The customer service was also excellent. Even the leftovers reheated beautifully in the air fryer. For my taste, Gus's beats the Korean fried chicken spots, the other Southern-style chicken restaurants, Crack Shack, Raising Cane's, and the other popular fried chicken places around Orange County. The flavor and seasoning put it in a different category. Absolutely superb. Five out of five, and easily one of the best fried chicken experiences in Orange County.

GUs's fried chicken is an icon of delicious food good service and a great place to visit!…read more The chicken is unbelievable! Go there and enjoy!

Pretty cool place. Nice and professional staff…read more The wings are tasty and there is a good beer selection. I will come back:)

I think I've been here 4 times now and so far it's been great, though my last experience was a bit…read morelacking This place is a small dive bar that has great homie/millennial vibes. By that, I mean everyone comes here to chill, watch sports games (albeit no sound), and enjoy the wide selection of wings, beers, and millennial music Where I thought they missed the mark this time and I hope it was just a one off.... -the tap beer tasted soapy ( not sure if the tap was just really old or glasses weren't washed well) -our drink orders were forgotten ( and it was not the busiest of nights) - and we were given someone else's check shortly after we placed our order. Despite that, I still think it's a cool place and worth checking out

i get the tender combo w the cali rub and a side of jalapeño poppers and it hits the spot every timeread more

Updated review after several years, the wings still hit, they seem to have gotten smaller in size,…read morebut maybe my eyes and appetite have just gotten bigger lol The staff continues to get younger or... I'm just getting older lol Their service is still really great. The staff is super friendly and fun. The ambience is vibey, it's loud but as expected at a wing restaurant. Lately we've been hooked on their tater tots they come out super crispy, almost dry, but in a good way? Iykyk!

Ordered again to share with the family!…read more $33 for a small app to feed 5 adults and 2 kids My dad kept going for the tenders, which is a good sign My brother in law and cousin also enjoyed it Would be 5 stars if the fried rice and the French fries improved Tenders Were improved! They were more moist, but they weren't mind blowing. Easy to share with others if you cut them up. Fried rice I love fried rice, but this was a bit lacking. I had a couple bites and nothing about it really popped for my tastebuds. French fries Not that crunchy for French fries. My BIL said they def remind him of McDonald's fries in the 90s! They had an addictive seasoning, but without the crunch it's hard to continue eating I am a large fan of the chili oil though!

Wait, what's in the seasoning because the chicken is on fire! Wow, the flavor is seriously nothing…read moreI have ever tasted. I think he brines his chicken and seasons it with some kind of secret ingredient that I cannot figure out. Whatever it is, I'm loving it! The batter is crispy and delicious and the chicken is super juicy. Even the fries are cooked and seasoned to perfection. If you live in the Santa Ana area, DoorDash it to your house. You can choose either of the original or the spicy. He also sells his chili oil that is used for his spicy wings.

Came here because of Yelp, and this place did not disappoint!…read more If you're looking for some good old-fashioned wings, this is the spot. We loved every flavor we tried, and they even had plain wings for our young son, which was a huge plus. What really made the experience stand out was our server. I didn't catch his name, but he was working around 6:30 PM tonight. He was hustling the entire time, incredibly polite, and provided excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

A former UFC fighter is cooking up literally THE best wings I've ever had, and I bet you can't even…read moretell these are baked, not fried! Born out of his love for tiny finger foods to bring to get-togethers, Christian has been perfecting his recipes until he opened JD's Wingz in 2021, and you can seriously taste the love he pours into everything here, from the food to the customer service. The Big B's hot honey flavor came highly recommended, and I can totally see why. Their Bombz are their version of "boneless wings". It's kind of like a chicken meatball? but in my opinion, much better than dinky "chicken nuggets" XD You cannot miss out on their world famous garlic pull apart bread--this is sooo soft and garlicky. Bruv, I'm even blown away by the coleslaw they make in-house. Their deals, enthusiasm, and their special menu item "My GF isn't hungry" definitely make this great little wings spot my happy place. Thanks for reading! ^-^

I love supporting mom and pop restaurant and I'm glad I found this place by driving by and saw the…read moresign. you can order through their app and order for pick up so you don't have to wait. I picked up a little late after dinner time and the place is a little packed like there are two or three parties waiting for food. When I came, I only saw one person working back and forth between cashier and kitchen, so I think they are short staffed. Parking is plenty in the plaza, but the plaza is pretty busy.

Deadass might be the best fried chicken I've had in a minute…read more We ordered, waited maybe 10 minutes, and headed home. The fried chicken was insanely crispy--definitely lived up to the name Krispi. The sandwich was filling, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. Didn't have the highest expectations going in, but they definitely exceeded them.

Best wings around! Seek them out when you can, the freshness and quality is well worth the trip…read moreeven if not near you!

Customer Service: The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about helping. Everything…read morewas handled quickly and professionally, and the experience exceeded my expectations. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to others. Food: we tried sweet baby J , lemon pepper and tatonka, mango habanero and potato wedges. Out all four we really enjoyed the lemon pepper and tantonka and the wedges and I almost forgot to mention that their ranch is home made!! You can find them every Friday, at the Friday Night Munchies, address :1301 S . Bristol st Santa Ana CA 92704

Finally tried Mama Hieu's and it did not miss! I got the spicy garlic house box and the wings were…read moresooo good with a nice kick. Love that it's a dry rub seasoning topped with minced garlic and green onions instead of a heavy sauce. The portions were perfect too -- rice and wings balanced just right. The pickled veggies were a great tangy side, and the Mama Hieu's sauce that comes with it tied everything together. I ordered over the phone and customer service was friendly. Their store is also very clean! Will definitely be back. Worth the hype!

First time trying Mama Hieu's! I've been wanting to check them out since hearing they opened a…read morestorefront after being successful during the pandemic, if I remember correctly. I knew about their fried chicken, but I didn't know they had chicken sandwiches too. I got the Spicy Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich, 4 wings, and garlic noodles. Tip: If you order through the app, you can skip the wait and get a free garlic noodle. I think it's only for your first order on the app, though, and I'm not sure how long the deal lasts. Wings -- 3/5 The wings were okay, but pretty mediocre. I got one flat and three drumettes, which was a little disappointing. The flavor and crispiness were both kind of lacking, and I ate them fresh too. The seasoning reminded me of that lobster green onion sauce you'd get at a Vietnamese-Chinese restaurant. Spicy Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich -- 4/5 The sandwich was definitely better. The chicken had a good crisp to it, but sadly, it was overfried and wasn't cooked evenly. The edges were noticeably darker than the center, and the chicken itself was thinner than I expected. The sauce didn't taste like anything particularly special either--it was giving spicy mayo, if anything. The vegetables and pickles made the sandwich taste similar to another famous chicken sandwich place. I actually liked it overall, but because the chicken wasn't fried evenly, I'd give it a 4/5. Garlic Noodles The garlic noodles were okay. They definitely had a lot of garlic, but I didn't think the cheese on top was necessary. It kind of ruined it for me. I won't rate this one since it was free, but I probably wouldn't order it again. Service wasn't bad. It was super busy when I went, so I had to wait a little longer than the estimated pickup time. There's ample seating inside, although the AC was kind of lacking. Overall, I'd probably come back for the chicken sandwich and give it another try, especially if a friend wanted to go. I wouldn't really recommend the other items I tried, though.