We stumbled upon Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken while exploring New Orleans, and I'm so glad we…read moredid! The fried chicken was the star--served hot and fresh, perfectly crispy on the outside, and incredibly juicy on the inside. Just good, classic Southern fried chicken done right. The sides were great, but the fried green tomatoes are a MUST. They were fresh, crispy, flavorful, and had the perfect crunch without being greasy. This was also my first time ever trying chess pie, and WOW! It was absolutely to die for--rich, sweet, buttery, and the perfect ending to the meal. The service was friendly and welcoming, and everything came out fresh. Sometimes the best food spots are the ones you just happen to stumble upon. Great fried chicken, delicious sides, amazing chess pie, and friendly service. Definitely a 5-star New Orleans stop!

Oh my lanta, even thinking about this place is making my mouth water. I've traveled alot in the…read moresouth for work and driven to and from FL TX and CA and this is one of those places you hear about and figure you have to visit. Well I visited and MAN did I enjoy the spicy fried chicken. The crunchy exterior, juicy meat and hearty sides following by a slice of perfect pie washed down by a beverage of your choose your choice-choo-choosing makes it evident why the chicken crossed the road- to get to Gus's You order at the counter and in my case, take a seat and enjoy one of the many tables in an open seating area it lens itself from one person table, top to multiple people in larger parties. You sit and chill and it's brought out to your table which I think is a nice touch of customer service. What happens next is nothing short of Magic. This isn't Gus's county, famous or city, famous municipality, famous state, famous, or even region famous chicken: it's Gus's world famous fried chicken.

We stopped by for breakfast. First time at the new location. As always the food is good. I am a…read morecook and I love going try places but I get tired of spending money on food that I can cook at home and it tastes 1000 times better. When I want a bite and don't want to cook (rarely) and I'm in town I will stop and get a bite to eat bc I will be satisfied. It is definitely a vibe and of course the service is great. I love coming home (in town) and interacting with my people . There's nothing like my New Orleans people. As long as this place is around we will visit when we are in town.

Sigh. Disclaimer: the food just isn't the same anymore…read more My parents live on the Westbank, so whenever I come home to visit and stay more than a few days, I always make a stop here, specifically for their stewed okra on Tuesdays. I hadn't eaten here in over a year, but two years ago that okra SMACKED. It was so good I had to stop myself from eating the entire container in one sitting. This time, though, it tasted completely different. Honestly, I mostly picked over it. It did have a decent amount of seasoning meat in it, which I appreciated, but the flavor was just off. My mother agreed. I also ordered the stuffed catfish, and unfortunately the catfish tasted almost entirely like blackened seasoning and nothing else. It used to have much more flavor and balance than that. The yams were fine, and the seafood dressing tasted the same as usual, but I was really disappointed because the okra was always the star of the show for me. Since that's no longer hitting the same, I honestly won't be back. And mind you, this was after standing in line for ~90 minutes. I will say the workers still have that Southern hospitality, and the customer service itself was pleasant. But while standing in line and watching the workflow, it was easy to think of multiple ways the business could improve efficiency. I'm honestly surprised those issues haven't been addressed yet. If you want to go for the experience, then sure, go for it. But don't expect to be blown away. For me, the wait time, prices, and food quality just didn't live up to the hype anymore.

I came here because I have loved all their chicken sandwiches from fried chicken fest…read more Their sandwiches are still Great full of flavor on a buttery bun it's amazing. Definitely worth a try if you looking for fried chicken sandwich options. Service was fast and the ambiance was giving an old school diner. I love that they are in mid city central to all and perfect for after walk, run or exercise at city park.

THEIR STOREFRONT IS NOW OPEN!!! Your favorite fried chicken sando from Mardi Gras parades and jazz…read morefest and all the other places their food truck parked now has a permanent home and I'm obsessed. Staff/owners are so friendly and proud of the food theyre serving. You can really tell it's made with love. I got the Southern which had a seasoned honey on it that reminded me of a honey chicken biscuit but with a HUGE chicken breast on that sandwich. It was big and delicious! Now I gotta go back every weekend to try the other options! Drink situation: cokes and other canned drinks, but it looks like they're going to start selling cocktails as well soon Not a TON of seating so maybe go with a small group and then come back again and again and again

So on Day 2 of my first New Orleans trip, I wanted an iconic meal at an iconic New Orleans spot…read more So we headed to Willie Mae's NOLA to try her famous fried chicken. I jumped on my OpenTable app and was able to snag a reservation on a busy Friday night. We took an Uber to the restaurant but I did notice most of the parking for this restaurant was street parking. Walking in about 15 minutes before our reservation and they sat us immediately at the bar,much to my surprise as the restaurant was packed and I had heard rumors of people waiting for long periods of time for a seat. The restaurant was very busy and quite noisy with the constant chatter of a full restaurant along with the most amazing music being played to create the best ambiance for a great meal. Once we sat down we ordered a few cocktails to go with our dinner. We ordered a Sidecar($18.00) and a French 75($14.00) Both were exquisite-tasted great and were well made. For food we ordered the 1/2 Fried Chicken order($18.00) which comes with 4 pieces of fried chicken and a side, I went with the Mac n Cheese but it was out and they gave me Red Beans and Rice and a side of Green Beans in its place. We also ordered the Caesar Salad with the Fried Chicken added.($13.00 + $5.00) Our food got to us in about 15 minutes, which was amazingly fast considering how busy the restaurant and kitchen were that night. Let's talk about the food. The Caesar Salad was pretty good,nice and fresh with a good balance of dressing and cheese. The Red Beans and Rice was my favorite side-was so flavorful and rich. The Green Beans hurt my soul a bit because I realized upon tasting those that I have been cooking mine at home all wrong all these years-they were perfect. The star of the night and what Willie Mae's is famous for though is the fried chicken and it did not disappoint. My wife said I looked like a kid on Christmas Day as I was smiling and enjoying every bite of my four pieces of fried chicken. All I could think about was how I wished my father would've made it to New Orleans at least once as fried chicken was his favorite food and the dish served at Willie Mae's would've blown his socks off. Pure Fried Chicken Perfection! Overall, if you're coming to New Orleans and fried chicken is your thing, Willie Mae's deserves a spot on your list.

We went to Willie Mae's NOLA on Monday for a late lunch around 3:30 PM and had such a great…read moreexperience! I had made a quick reservation online, but at that time it really wasn't necessary because it wasn't too crowded. We had passed by earlier in the day and there was a line outside, so coming later definitely worked out for us. Our waitress was amazing! She was so funny, friendly, and just really fun throughout the entire meal. We started with the Caesar salad and the NOLA Nuggets, which are fried catfish bites. They accidentally brought us a house salad at first, but quickly fixed it and brought out the Caesar. The catfish bites were really good and perfectly fried. They had run out of tartar sauce that day, and our waitress explained that the person who normally makes it wasn't there and that they make their sauces in-house. We ended up improvising our own dipping sauce with mayo and hot sauce, which actually worked out pretty well! For our entrees, my boyfriend, my mother-in-law, and I all ordered the Willie Mae Chicken Sandwich, and WOW. The fried chicken was amazing. It was perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and served on a brioche bun with red cabbage, slaw sauce, and HiHo pickles. The pickles were so good and went perfectly with the chicken. Honestly, this was some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. I got the mac & cheese on the side and it was super creamy and delicious. My boyfriend got the fried okra, which was also really good. My father-in-law is a huge catfish fan, so he ordered the Louisiana Catfish Platter with a side of fried okra and loved it. We definitely did not have room for dessert after all of that, but everything we tried was great. Everyone was super nice, the place has such a cool vibe, and our waitress made the experience even better. Definitely recommend stopping here if you're in New Orleans. I would absolutely come back, especially for that fried chicken!

We had a great time here! The atmosphere is comforting with sunlight coming in…read more Everything we had was great! We got the famous Eggplant Napolean Pasta and a side of mac n' cheese. We loved the mac n' cheese as it had more flavor than ever. I believe they added some cajun seasoning! I highly recommend this place and the prices are more affordable too than some other spots.

As a local, Joey K's is one of those places that reminds me why I love New Orleans food…read more We had the fried green tomatoes, Eggplant Napoleon pasta, and the hamburger steak with green beans and mac and cheese. Every single thing was a star. One of the things I love about NOLA is you can get a crawfish cream sauce at five different places, every one of them equally delicious, and somehow none of them taste the same. Joey K's version is exactly why. The eggplant was perfectly crispy on the outside with a tender center, and that crawfish cream sauce tied everything together. The hamburger steak was cooked perfectly and covered in house-made brown gravy that tasted like somebody's grandma still has the recipe. Comfort food done right. The fried green tomatoes might have been my favorite. The batter had an unexpected little hint of sweetness that paired beautifully with the grilled shrimp and remoulade. The French bread came out fresh and exactly what you want with good butter. Service was a hit. The place was spotless as an old school place can be. And I always love seeing the Simon folk art signs on the walls, they're part of the Joey K's experience for me. We cleaned every plate, which tells you everything you need to know. When a table full of locals leaves with nothing but empty plates, that's about the best review you can give.

Our server Ebony was so attentive and nice. Excellent service and great food all around :)read more

Food is good. Solid choice for breakfast. 7 AM open most days is good but the service from Leslie…read moremakes it great.

Chi Chi's may be a small spot, but don't let the size fool you. This place is putting out some…read moreseriously good food. Sometimes the best spots aren't the biggest, and Chi Chi's is proof of that. Food: The food was good as hell. Everything came out fresh, hot, and packed with flavor. No fluff, no gimmicks just food done right. Every bite hit, and it's easy to see why people keep coming back. Service: The staff was friendly and kept things moving. Even with the smaller space, everything felt organized and welcoming. Ambiance: It's definitely on the smaller side, but it has a cool neighborhood feel to it. The kind of place where the focus is on good food and good company rather than being overly fancy. Overall: Chi Chi's is a small spot with big flavors. Great food, good service, and a laid-back vibe make this an easy recommendation. If you're on Freret and looking for something that delivers, this spot is absolutely worth a stop.

Cava was closed, so I came to finally check out Chi Chi's since it was open! I got a Korean Fried…read moreChicken Sandwich and Kimchi fried rice to go. The sandwich was great - perfectly crispy and the flavor from the Gochujang was great. Kimchi fried rice was pretty decent - I think it could have been spicier. The place looked like a fun late night place to hang out so if I get a chance, would be nice to go with friends one day in the future!

I got (2) 24 piece mixed fried chicken for a family reunion and it was the hit of the party. The…read morechicken was fresh, juicy and just spicy enough.

BEST FRIED CHICKEN IN TOWN ! Their batter is seasoned to perfection , and always served fresh and…read morehot . This little hidden gem off Jefferson highway is definitely worth trying . Never crowded , staff always friendly , and food is always fresh. Can't wait to try other things on their menu .

Our 1st visit and definitely not our last. The onion rings were outstanding and were the most…read moretastiest I've ever had. Seasoned to perfection & quite crispy. The fried chicken, both white & dark meat, was both juicy and quite tasty with a seasoned, crunchy crust. FYI, do not be in hurry as they cook to order.

From the first glance, this dish promises a delightful taste of Southern comfort. The golden-brown…read morecrust on the fried fish is inviting, hinting at a perfect blend of seasoning that's sure to satisfy. The fish appears tender and flaky, enveloped in a crispy exterior that delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite.The fried okra complements the fish beautifully, adding a touch of earthy flavor and an additional crispy texture. Each piece looks perfectly seasoned and fried to a light, crispy perfection, making it an ideal pairing with the fish.Adding to the charm is the pickle nestled alongside the fish and okra. The pickle's tangy, slightly sour taste is a refreshing contrast, balancing the rich, savory flavors of the fried elements. The dish sits atop a slice of soft white bread, which not only absorbs any excess oil but also provides a soft, comforting base to this hearty meal. The service was great even though I messed up signing the wrong receipt. She was patient making sure my order was correct. I love the pictures on the wall. They represent the New Orleans secondline culture.

This spot was whack. Oil was old…read more Wings were inconsistent in size. Batter was too much batter? Fish was bland. Inside the place was hotter than outside. And what the hell is their house sauce? It tasted bland af too. Will not return.

My favorite wings. EVER! I also love their wing sauce that comes with it. Customer service is…read morealways great and the wings are always fresh and hot. My family always orders wing party trays from here and it never disappoints!