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    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

    4.2 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    2 Piece Dark Plate
    Alfonso G.

    If you like to eat home made style fried chicken and not your generic fast food chain chicken this spot is for you. Great chicken very juicy and full of flavor. The sides and pie were also good and I enjoyed them very much. A great place to go have lunch or dinner with your family if you're around any of the locations and the service was great too! Check out my video if you'd like https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMmKwjqu5vW/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    Terry P.

    Not as expected. I love Gus' that I've been to, like the LA location and the Hawthorne (now closed) location. I thought this would be the same, but it's not. The chicken seemed to be over-marinated. Too much flavor (saltiness) and both the inside and the out. The service was great. The guys tried their best! They greet you upon entering. They bring you menus, food, drinks, all in a timely manner and are helpful with anything you need. The inside is spacious and clean. The chicken is good, but just over-seasoned inside and out.

    Half Chicken Plate
    Ernie S.

    what the hell is it about Gus' Fried Chicken that makes me so happy?! the service is superb every time and the inside ambiance is a lot of happy folks enjoying their chicken and a lot of food comas after. The flavor is ALWAYS there and lots of love. I like putting hot sauce and ranch for my chicken, and the breasts are always juicy. Love the Mac and cheese and coleslaw to cool me down. crunchy and sweet. Parking not so good and kind of tight and street parking is also limited due to apartments nearby, but the food wins me over. Price is so-so not bad.

    My daughter's favorite, three wings with double french fries.
    Rena H.

    Still love Guss's. Love their collard greens, cole slaw and french fries. Their fried chicken is the best!! perfectly seasoned and fried. This place is a staple for me and my kids.

    Fried okra half eaten
    Helen T.

    Gus's is just really good fried chicken, plain and simple--you take one bite and immediately get why people come here. The chicken is super juicy and the skin actually crackles when you bite into it. Light, crispy, not greasy, with just a slight spice that builds as you go. Sides were legit. Mac and cheese is real cheese (and a lot of it), creamy without being too heavy. The collard greens were probably my favorite--cooked down in meat juices with that deep, savory flavor. Fried okra disappeared fast. The fried green tomatoes had a thicker batter, but it was well-seasoned so it worked. Dessert turned into a debate. Half of us liked the original chess pie--more classic, custardy, a little nostalgic. The other half went for the chocolate, which was basically a fudgy, chewy version. Both worth it. Also--one server for the whole place, and she was moving. Orders remembered, everything timed right, nothing missed. No frills, just really good Southern food.

    My Al la Carte Order
    Ruben M.

    After Sunday Church in Burbank California We Visited Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken and I was Very Happy! The Crunch is Bomb and The Taste is Fire (Caution does have a bit of Kick)! San Fernando Rd. Glendale/Burbank Border. *Worth a Try Al la Carte order worked for Me!

    Plenty of room to eat inside.
    Eric H.

    I'm taking the time to revisit some of the locations that I first experienced during COVID. Places which were closed to indoor dining. Gus was one of those places. This time I dined in and really enjoyed it. The service was very friendly and the food was great. I ordered the two piece chicken dinner. The chicken was moist and tender and the batter was nice and crispy, but not at all greasy. The Potato Salad and the Mac & Cheese we're both very good. This is a solid spot all around, When I first got there, I was the only one in the place. By the time I left it was about 65% full. Gus definitely has its fanbase, and that includes me!

    Chicken breast
    Cheryl R.

    The fried chicken was juicy and flavorful, even the white meat! We enjoyed the creamy mac n cheese topped with more cheese and a sprinkle of seasoning, freshly prepared cole slaw and baked beans. The iced tea was also delicious. Everything was tasty. Service was very friendly. The ambience is casual and reminded me of dining in Tennessee, which is where this chain began.

    Breast Leg Mac & Cheese and Collard Greens
    Ellie R.

    Last time I came the chicken squirted on me, and this time it squirted on my boyfriend, so I guess that puts us in a polycule with Gus's. Honestly, just the way I wanted it. Caroline was a saint and one of the most attentive waitresses I've ever had, she was more than happy to give me 4 refills on my Arnold Palmer and I was honored to help make sure the batch didn't go to waste. It's always an excellent time when you come to Gus's, top to bottom perfection without any hesitation.

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    Dave S.

    Last time I had Gus's was in Memphis. And thats was the best fried chicken Ive ever had. This evening, I am driving to Koreatown for dinner! WTH, I drive by a Gus's!!! Could it be the same as from Memphis??? I turned around convincing everyone in the car if it was the same as Memphis it the best. We changed our dinner plans and stopped in Gus's. As soon as I walked in I knew it was THE Gus's World Famous Chicken. The table, the brick and the smell of fries chicken. We ordered a 20 piece and some sides. The chicken is PERFECTLY cooked from the wing to the breast!! Crispy skin and moist juicy and delicious chicken!!! The flavor profile is like no other fried chicken Ive ever had. The spices penetrate the meat! Its crazy good. All four of us agreed it was superb chicken!! The service is friendly and the chicken arrived so fast!!! Hard to believe it was cooked to order, but it was! Piping hot and crispy!!!! If you like fried chicken. I highly recommend Gus's. It truly is WORLD FAMOUS for a reason!!! Give it a try. To my surprise there are 4 in LA area!! I tried Gus's in Memphis on a work trip. And I ate at Gus's again on another work trip in LA!! I live in SD and will be back. Its worth the drive!!

    Fried Fried Green Tomatoes Corn Nugget
    Sari S.

    Came here on a whim for a casual lunch with some friends this past weekend. The vibe is ultra casual, there's a nice sized parking lot around the building too for free parking while you eat. This is not where you come with your health conscious friends. This is where you come to eat some incredible fried food. So incredible - that I forgot to take an actual picture of the star - the fried chicken! They'll let you do a lot of variations of the menu combos so I actually did one thigh and one tender - WOW. The fry is perfect, the chicken is tender and juicy - the fry hasn't compromised any of that. The drink cups they give out are free souvenirs - love that too! We tried the corn nuggets which is like a fried corn muffin in chicken nugget shape. Very tasty. I don't even like tomato's and the fried tomato was delicious. Anything paired with their ranch is a win. Our server was so sweet and patient - can't wait to bring my family here soon!

    Delicious iced tea!

    Okay, so the food is always delicious. We've been coming here for 7 years, and it's always worth the drive. Also, Mary is the best, and she's always serving when we come. Good music and relaxed atmosphere too.

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    10 days ago

    Another DELICIOUS meal starting off with fried pickles of course and SUPERB service from Angie who took the BEST care of us!

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    First time trying this place was not disappointed highly recommend this place food was good service was great the restaurant was clean

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    Chicken was great as always. Great food to go with Great service. Thank you Mary definitely my go to in Burbank

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    Jacky my server was engaging, energetic and great overall.Service is always on point and the food is great. Always enjoy going here

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    Ask the Community - Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

    Is there paprika on the Mac & Cheese?

    Yes, the red powder on top is paprika.

    Is chicken in the Kid's meal also spicy?

    It is still a little spicy as it's the same chicken on the regular menu.

    Is this similar to Nashville Hot Chicken?

    No, not at all, it seems like their chicken had a little more heat before. But really it is just excellent fried chicken with a little kick. Depending on people spice tolerance, some will say little to no spice, just perfect flavor. May have some… Read more

    Is there outdoor seating?

    Yes they do.

    Are your fried chicken gluten free by any chance?

    They are it gluten free

    Is the Burbank location allowing sit down dining?

    No. I went on June 16, 2020 and there is no sit down dining that I saw.

    Is there Drive thru?

    No drivethru strictly sit down and take out only.

    Is there a delivery option? Grubhub or Uber eats?

    We are currently available through Amazon out of Burbank.

    Is all their chicken spicy? My youngest can't handle spicy food. UPDATE. Thanks for all the replies.…

    Michael, thanks for reaching out! Our chicken only has one recipe, however the tenders are boneless and skinless so they don’t spice heat like the bone-in chicken. Additionally, our sides are designed to be on the sweet side to compliment the spice… Read more

    I would love to try this place out, but they probably don't have any gluten-free options, right?

    They do serve bread-less, plain chicken strips and have sides that are likely gluten-free (baked beans, coleslaw..)

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