Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, where each dish is crafted to perfection, offering a true taste of Southern comfort. Located at 310 S Front St in Memphis, this establishment is celebrated for its remarkable fried chicken – crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and brimming with flavor. Guests rave about the fried chicken tenders and wings, both expertly seasoned and cooked to crispy perfection.
The menu also features delightful sides like homemade slaw and fried okra, which complement the chicken beautifully. For dessert, indulge in the rich chocolate chess pie, a decadent way to end your meal. Each bite transports you to fried chicken heaven, capturing the essence of Memphis dining.
With attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere, Gus's is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic fried chicken.
Beverages
Iced Sweet Tea
Try our sweet tea
Sprite
Lemon lime soda
Bottled Water
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Iced Arnold Palmer
Both your favorites in one drink! Lemonade and fresh brewed iced tea.
Lemonade
Iced Unsweet Tea
Try our unsweet tea
Dr. Pepper
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Orange Fanta
IBC Root Beer
3 Piece Tender 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.
2 Piece White Plate
Our 2 Piece White Plate 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.
Half 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.
3 Piece Dark Plate
Our 3 Piece Dark Plate features hand-battered, made to order thighs (2) and a leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our 3 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.
3 Piece White Plate
Our 3 Piece White Plate features hand-battered, made to order breasts (2) and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece Dark Plate
Our 2 Piece Dark Plate features a hand-battered, made to order thigh and leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
4 Piece Tender Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our 4 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.
Plates
Sides
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. *CONTAINS PORK *
Fried Rice
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.
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.
Collard Greens
Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
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.
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat.
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!
Honey
Add some sweet honey to your chicken
Ketchup
Hot Sauce
Jalapeno
Try our jalapeno
Tender.
Our fried chicken tender is a delicious option for those who prefer a little less spice. Our tenders are juicy, crispy, and cooked to perfection.
Pickle Slices
2 oz cup of our tangy and delicious pickle slices
Honey Mustard
Try our 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.
Ranch
Try our ranch.
Bread
Extra slice of white bread
A La Carte
Dessert
Pecan Pie (Whole)
Our house made pecan pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with caramelized pecans that results in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
Sweet Potato Pie (Slice)
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, resulting in a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
Coconut Chess 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.
IBC Root Beer 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.
Chocolate Chess Pie (Slice)
Our house made chocolate chess pie consists 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.
Vanilla Ice Cream
Try our 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.
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.
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.
Coconut Chess Pie (Slice)
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. Serve at room temperature or chilled. It's the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for the highest yum factor.
Chocolate Chess Pie (Whole)
Our house made chocolate chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Pecan Pie (Slice)
Our house made pecan pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with caramelized pecans that results in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
Chicken Sandwich Combo
The juicy chicken thigh is complimented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.
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)
Lto Specials
Starters
Fried Pickles
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.
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.
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 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.
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
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.