Gus's World Famous fried chicken downtown Phoenix
341 W Van Buren St, Phoenix
(602) 601-4901
Customers' Favorites
2 Piece Dark Meat Meal with Mac and Cheese and Baked Beans
Chicken Tender Plate
Fried Pickle Spears
Fried Green Tomatoes
2 Piece Dark Plate
Dark Chicken Meal
Sweet Potato Pie
Chocolate Chess
Fried Mushrooms
Chicken Tenders
LTO Specials
Chicken Sandwich
The juicy chicken thigh is complemented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.(Sand. Only)
Chicken Sandwich With Fries
The juicy chicken thigh is complemented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.(No side subs)
Starters
Fried Pickle Spears
Our fried pickle spears are coated in a crispy batter and fried to perfection. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing, Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a snack, this combination is a crowd pleaser that will leave you wanting more!
Fried Green Tomatoes
Thick slices of green tomato, fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender on the inside. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing to perfectly complement the tart flavor of the tomatoes
Fried Okra
Bite sized pieces of okra, coated in a cornmeal breading and fried until golden brown and crispy. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing. A true southern staple.
Plates
3 Piece Dark Plate
Our three-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thighs and a leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece White Plate
Our three-piece white meal features a hand-battered, made to order breasts and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
1/2 Chicken Plate
When you just can~t decide on your favorite piece of chicken, order them all. Our half chicken plate includes a breast, wing, thigh, and leg all hand-battered and made to order. Served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece Dark Plate
Our two-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thigh and leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece White Plate
Our two-piece white meal features a hand-battered, made to order breast and wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our three-piece tender plate features three juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our three-piece wing plate features three hand-battered, made to order chicken wings, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread
4 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our four-piece tender plate features four juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
Snacks
8 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our 8-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
12 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 12-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
2 Piece White Snack
Our two-piece white snack includes breast and wing, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection In peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
2 Piece Dark Snack
Our two-piece dark snack includes a thigh and leg, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection in peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
20 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 20-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
16 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 16-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
A La Carte
Ranch
Leg
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, and battered bird. The result is mouthwatering chicken legs that are crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside. Easy to eat on the go!
Jalapeno
Honey Mustard
Thigh
We dredge the chicken on our super-secret signature batter and fry it to crispy perfection in hot peanut oil. The result is a mouthwatering thigh that is crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside.
Breast
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, and battered bird. Our chicken is in a batter verses a breading which seals in the juices and seasonings. The result is mouthwatering chicken breasts that are crispy ,juicy and flavorful
Tender
Our fried chicken tender is a delicious option for those who prefer a little less spice milder flavor. Our tenders are juicy, crispy, and cooked to perfection.
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat. Make it a wing Wednesday, and order as many as your belly can handle!
Bread
A classic slice of white bread, for soaking up all the delicious juices !
Hot Sauce Packet
Honey
Ketchup Packet
Sides
Mac & Cheese
Our award-winning mac and cheese is a must try for any fan of comfort food. Traditional macaroni baked in a thick, creamy cheese guarantees to coat every noodle. Just for fun, we top it with a little extra melted cheese.
Potato Salad
We start by cutting fresh potatoes every day. This mayonnaise-based potato salad is a true Southern staple not to be missed. Our potato salad is a great side dish for any meal, but it~s particularly delicious when paired with our fried chicken
Collard Greens
Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
Seasoned Fries
Our seasoned fries are a great side dish for any meal. Cooked when ordered to ensure fresh and hot, these fries are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Slaw
We start with fresh cabbage and carrots that we cut in-house every day. Lightly coated with a sweet mayonnaise sauce, our cool crisp slaw offers the perfect contrast and complements our fried chicken
Baked Beans
Our baked beans are a beloved side dish that perfectly complements our fried chicken. Slowly cooked to perfection using a traditional recipe that's been passed down through generations of Southern cooks.
Fried Okra
Our fried okra is a crispy and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements our juicy fried chicken. Our okra is lightly battered and fried to crisp perfection, resulting in a dish that's both crunchy and tender.
Desserts
Pecan Pie *Slice
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more. It~s the perfect dessert to enjoy on its own or with a scoop
Sweet Potato Pie *Slice
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, for a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Chess Pie *Slice
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
Chocolate Chess *Slice
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness
IBC Float
Made with IBC root beer, this American classic from your childhood is sure to hit the spot! The combination of sweet and spicy root beer with the smooth creamy vanilla ice-cream is a match made in heaven.
Coconut Pie *Slice
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Chess Pie *Whole
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
Sweet Potato Pie *Whole
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, for a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pecan Pie *Whole
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more. It~s the perfect dessert to enjoy on its own or with a scoop
Coconut Pie *Whole
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Chocolate Chess *Whole
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness
Ice Cream
1 Scoop of classic vanilla ice cream. Delicious on its own or make amazing by adding it to a slice of home-made pie!
Drinks
Sweet Tea
Dr Pepper
Lemonade
IBC Root Beer
Coke
Orange Fanta
Bottled Water
Sprite
Diet Coke
Unsweet Tea
LTO Specials
Chicken Sandwich
The juicy chicken thigh is complemented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.(Sand. Only)
Chicken Sandwich With Fries
The juicy chicken thigh is complemented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.(No side subs)
Starters
Fried Green Tomatoes
Thick slices of green tomato, fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender on the inside. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing to perfectly complement the tart flavor of the tomatoes
Fried Pickle Spears
Our fried pickle spears are coated in a crispy batter and fried to perfection. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing, Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a snack, this combination is a crowd pleaser that will leave you wanting more!
Fried Okra
Bite sized pieces of okra, coated in a cornmeal breading and fried until golden brown and crispy. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing. A true southern staple.
Snacks
2 Piece White Snack
Our two-piece white snack includes breast and wing, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection In peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
8 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our 8-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
20 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 20-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
12 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 12-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
2 Piece Dark Snack
Our two-piece dark snack includes a thigh and leg, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection in peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
16 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 16-piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white & dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust and fried in peanut oil.
Plates
3 Piece Dark Plate
Our three-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thighs and a leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece White Plate
Our three-piece white meal features a hand-battered, made to order breasts and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
4 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our four-piece tender plate features four juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
1/2 Chicken Plate
When you just can~t decide on your favorite piece of chicken, order them all. Our half chicken plate includes a breast, wing, thigh, and leg all hand-battered and made to order. Served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece White Plate
Our two-piece white meal features a hand-battered, made to order breast and wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our three-piece tender plate features three juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our three-piece wing plate features three hand-battered, made to order chicken wings, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread
2 Piece Dark Plate
Our two-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thigh and leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
A La Carte
Ranch
Leg
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, and battered bird. The result is mouthwatering chicken legs that are crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside. Easy to eat on the go!
Jalapeno
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat. Make it a wing Wednesday, and order as many as your belly can handle!
Honey Mustard
Breast
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, and battered bird. Our chicken is in a batter verses a breading which seals in the juices and seasonings. The result is mouthwatering chicken breasts that are crispy ,juicy and flavorful
Thigh
We dredge the chicken on our super-secret signature batter and fry it to crispy perfection in hot peanut oil. The result is a mouthwatering thigh that is crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside.
Tender
Our fried chicken tender is a delicious option for those who prefer a little less spice milder flavor. Our tenders are juicy, crispy, and cooked to perfection.
Bread
A classic slice of white bread, for soaking up all the delicious juices !
Hot Sauce Packet
Ketchup Packet
Honey
Sides
Mac & Cheese
Our award-winning mac and cheese is a must try for any fan of comfort food. Traditional macaroni baked in a thick, creamy cheese guarantees to coat every noodle. Just for fun, we top it with a little extra melted cheese.
Potato Salad
We start by cutting fresh potatoes every day. This mayonnaise-based potato salad is a true Southern staple not to be missed. Our potato salad is a great side dish for any meal, but it~s particularly delicious when paired with our fried chicken
Seasoned Fries
Our seasoned fries are a great side dish for any meal. Cooked when ordered to ensure fresh and hot, these fries are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Baked Beans
Our baked beans are a beloved side dish that perfectly complements our fried chicken. Slowly cooked to perfection using a traditional recipe that's been passed down through generations of Southern cooks.
Collard Greens
Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
Slaw
We start with fresh cabbage and carrots that we cut in-house every day. Lightly coated with a sweet mayonnaise sauce, our cool crisp slaw offers the perfect contrast and complements our fried chicken
Fried Okra
Our fried okra is a crispy and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements our juicy fried chicken. Our okra is lightly battered and fried to crisp perfection, resulting in a dish that's both crunchy and tender.
Desserts
Pecan Pie *Slice
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more. It~s the perfect dessert to enjoy on its own or with a scoop
Sweet Potato Pie *Slice
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, for a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Chess *Slice
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness
Chess Pie *Slice
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
Coconut Pie *Slice
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Pecan Pie *Whole
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more. It~s the perfect dessert to enjoy on its own or with a scoop
Chocolate Chess *Whole
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness
IBC Float
Made with IBC root beer, this American classic from your childhood is sure to hit the spot! The combination of sweet and spicy root beer with the smooth creamy vanilla ice-cream is a match made in heaven.
Chess Pie *Whole
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
Coconut Pie *Whole
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Sweet Potato Pie *Whole
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, for a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ice Cream
1 Scoop of classic vanilla ice cream. Delicious on its own or make amazing by adding it to a slice of home-made pie!
Drinks
Sweet Tea
Coke
Dr Pepper
Orange Fanta
IBC Root Beer
Sprite
Bottled Water
Diet Coke
Unsweet Tea
Lemonade
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Recent Reviews
My wife works close to Gus's. She's had it delivered to her work and raved about it. So she brought me home one of the chicken sandwiches and wow!! I was blown away with how amazing it was. This time she brought home some of their bone in chicken with the greens and slaw as sides. Absolutely amazing! All of it! I'm a fried chicken fiend. I've eaten a lot of fried chicken from a lot of places. Gus's World Famous fried chicken is quite possibly the...
January 2025
It is literally in the name. I promise you you're going to take a bite of this chicken And you're going to understand why it's world famous. 👌. And the mac and cheese? Don't even get me started. I took a bite and almost fainted. 😍. I definitely recommend at least trying it. Ill be back here everytime im in az!
January 2025
We got tenders, a 3 pc chicken, fries, baked bean, coleslaw and potato salad. The slaw was pretty sweet similar to kfc and really good and the kids loved the Mac. The Mac was a step above boxed and tasted like a decent baked Mac. The potato salad was plain and not great. The seasoned fried were really good. The baked beans were good but pretty much just bush's baked beans with a little sugar. Now the chicken was super fresh and hot. However the flavor was nothing special....
December 2024
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