Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

One and done here. I work in Chamblee and have passed this restaurant a few times, so I decided to try it. Horrible mistake. $14.03 for 1 wing, 1 leg, and 1 small order of mac and cheese, ridiculously overpriced for what you get. I was thinking they'd be jumbo for that price, but no, they are regular sized. The mac and cheese was good but the chicken was pretty bad. As soon as I took 2 bites it was ridiculously pink and bloody, I didn't even finish the rest of the leg because of the way it turned my stomach seeing that(it seems this is a constant problem based on the reviews, which I should have believed instead of thinking my experience would be better). One positive was the server, ellie, had a very positive attitude. Will not be going back and will tell my coworkers not to go as they have also been wondering if it's any good, but I will gladly be the Guinea pig to tell them all not to even bother going. Pictured: The small portions you get for $14 and then the leg I got that was horribly undercooked.

I've been to this location (Chamblee) quite a few times and my last two visits were not the greatest. Gus' chicken is always my top choice when I want chicken. However, my recent visit I walked in to place a takeout order. I waited over an hour to only find out my order was never started even though several other people came and went with their takeout orders. We were lied to about the reasons why we couldn't order sweet tea and catfish. After asking for a refund, we received our food a few minutes later and only when we left did we find out that our chicken was raw and not cooked! It's obvious they were short on staff which was why we waited for such an unreasonable timeframe but definitely don't have much confidence to return back to this location.

This Gu's World Famous Fried Chicken is our go-to place when we crave fried chicken. The thin crust, yet crispy, hot and fresh fried chicken whose juice bursts into your mouth, nothing surpasses that.

Gus’s is one of a kind! It was my first time, and the staff let me know most items have a spicy kick — even the kids’ meals. I went with the tenders, which weren’t too spicy, and they were perfectly crispy with a unique crust. The beans and mac and cheese hit the spot. Great food, great vibes. I’ll be back!

This location is pretty good, the inside layout is a little weird like they could have a better setup if you ask me. They're constantly ensuring great service from the server's mainly, the food is okay would recommend typically asking them to cook it longer otherwise you might get undercooked chicken to be completely honest. Plus the prices are a bit on the high side which is crazy for the portion sizes you get, honestly they need to have a rework of the menu or be more realistic with their pricing. Honestly the only people I know that stay on top of everything and actually seem like their there to do the job correctly is Ron & Elysant to be completely real.

I worked near this location 2 years ago and would frequently eat there for lunch, on the way home, or even drive over on weekends... and the food was great! Fast forward to my last 4 visits over a 1 year span the food has been HORRIBLE! The chicken is overcooked, hard, and dry. I used to looove the chicken and would say it's THE BEST FRIED CHICKEN I'VE EVER HAD! It's so sad how the quality has gone down. The sides have not been flavorful and it's been one disappointment after the other. I chose to spread my visits out due to the lack of satisfaction hoping that when I returned the food would get better but sadly I don't plan on going back.

This is a decent location for Gus. The place is cute, service is attentive, but the chicken is too salty. Saltier than other locations I have been to. If you guys can tone down the salt brine, it would be perfect.

The last time I come to this location. I’ll definitely stick to Gus’s in Memphis and Chicago. A waste of $20.09. Everything was luke warm. Fries were stale and trash! Chicken barely warm, with feathers. I’m disgusted and disappointed. My favorite part about the white bread is when the hot chicken grease hits it and soaks it up….. yeah, that couldn’t happen because this chicken wasn’t freshly made…. I am extremely disappointed! Gus, you should be ashamed of yourself! Way too expensive to provide below average food.

Grabbed a to go order through DoorDash. I was so nervous because fried foods do not typically travel well. With Gus's this is a LIE! My chicken was as crispy as can be. I took one bite and juice shot out! I'm very particular with my fried chicken as I lie it crispy on the outside but juicy inside. That's not easy for most but this was spot on. Fries were seasoned well and for someone who doesn't care for Cole slaw much this was one I would come back for!

I always pick up from this location when I have family in town because they love their food. This is the second or third time I've been charged for pie although they were out of it/didn't put it in my to go bag. When I called to request a refund for it not being in my bag, the lady on the phone (Tai) hung up on me. She asked for my name after I had given it to her already, then probably was frustrated by that response, although I honestly feel like I should be the one frustrated having to go through all of this for a $6 pie, then to be hung up on afterwards? I should get my entire order refunded at this point. Great food so I am giving 3 stars, plus I've never experienced this service here before although I've been quite a few times, but today I didn't deserve to be treated that way. I hope this was a unique situation and she doesn't treat other customers this way.

It was so good. Like it was so delicious. I didn't have really any expectations, but my husband had really been wanting to go and raving about it. I ended up going back to get some for my whole family that I was visiting. Don't skip this one.

The original Gus's - all the way from Memphis right here in ATL. So this Fried Chicken just hits differently- it's cooked fresh to order, so it comes to you hot, fresh and crunchy. Now there is not heavy breading or crust in their recipe- and you won't miss it. It's got a little "heated kick" and it's tasty - we stopped in on a Saturday and the special was 4 Whole Wings, Slaw and Baked beans for $15 and some change - perfect. You can sub out the sides for other stuff if you want - they have great choices. I stuck with the original offer and some good old sweet tea (half and half) this location is in Chamblee - totally cute, a friendly lady was on duty and she made the experience nice for us ... she was our everything...server, cashier, hostess ... the setting is perfect and cheerful. Head on over and give em a try. I think you will enjoy a taste of Memphis - check out Diners Drive In's and Dives - Guy did a drop in at the original location in Memphis many years ago - great insight to how it was started.

Superrr delicious! Very possibly the best fried chicken ("ALL hot") in Atlanta. This was my first time here, so I would like to come back to try it a few more times, but we ordered a combination of chicken tenders and thighs. It was extremely delicious! The prices are a little bit expensive, but we appreciated their daily specials-- as well as their willingness to sub out their sides of beans and slaw for fries or other side sides. They were quite busy, so we waited in line a while -- which I don't mind-- but once I got to the counter, I felt like the service was a little bit rude. I excitedly stated that I have never been here before and had a few questions. He cut me off, asserting, "yah yah everything here is cooked in Peanut Oil and is spicy hot," which had nothing to do with what I was going to ask. The ambience is very rustic and no frills-- considering the prices of the food these days, it would be nice if the inside was a little bit more upscale. I'm happy for the no-frills aesthetic if the price was no-frills level. I'm excited to come back and try some more of their sides!

Was here twice in 3 days! Service was very good, friendly staff and speedy service. The fried chicken is really good! It's crispy outside yet moist inside. Also not salty at all. Ambiance is very cozy and nice. Will come again!

Channing gave great service and the food was hot and delicious! We have been here before and this visit did not disappoint! The fried pickle spears were hot and crunchy. The chicken was very hot and fresh! We will return!

I've been here previously. It's been awhile when I had my Dodge Challenger before I got hit and my car got totalled. I went on 1/31/2025 just to get something to eat. No lunch at work so I was hungry. I got a 2pc dark snack. I also got a chicken sandwich for the first time. My side was fries with the sandwich. I also got a side of fried okra because it's fresh tasting and delicious. I had the 2 sides before. This chicken is hot and spicy. It's good even though for the most I always get original and mild chicken at other places. No option here only spicy and hot. The chicken was crunchy previously.Only location I visited. My fries tasted plain not seasoned.

I have been here a couple of times now and it is pretty good. I like the chicken. It has a little bit of heat but is not really hot. It has a good flavor and crunch. The beans are great and the okra is not bad. But the place is pretty touristy. It does not seem to cater to locals as much as visitors and the prices are pretty high. A two piece meal which is what I got today is $13.50. That seems awful high to me, but I am use to the $1.99 special at church's. Both times I have been here the chicken was just a bit overcooked. That's better than undercooked every day if the week, but a little tough and dry at the same time. 3 stars from me. It's ok but I had higher hopes.

Amazing service. And as always, the Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken did not disappoint. Great place for a business lunch or a family. Prices are decent considering quality of the food and the portion sizes. (About 13-15 for two pieces of chicken and two heaping sides.) Great dessert and a truly southern tea. Oh, and it is diagonally across the street from a great charity's thrift store:SVDP.

Second visit to this location. Restaurant was moderately filled for lunch. Only one server for the restaurant so things were running a bit slow. Also, took 25 minutes to get the food once ordered, but the chicken was served hot and juicy. I got the two-piece white plate, which comes with one breast and one wing. The wing had to be one of the tiniest chicken wings I had ever seen. Definitely get the three-piece as it comes with two breasts and a wing. As with most restaurants, prices have gone up considerably: $15.50 for a two-piece plate (up 50% from apx 2 1/2 years ago).

Sign on side of business has been busted for a while so I was curious what shape the interior was in. Overall the atmosphere could use some work The entry way signage is very convenience store - there's not a hostess stand so there's not a sense of place. There could be a dessert case or something there to greet you. The 'bar' is a lost opportunity really and the bar chairs need replacing. Prices could come down. Food was fine. Sweet tea made my teeth fall out it was so sweet! Came in at 2 on a Saturday and was kinda quiet. The single waiter for the entire restaurant was very friendly.

The food was great, especially the corn nuggets. Big shout out to Willie who fried up some tasty wings and Christian who was kind and attentive! I highly recommend a trip to downtown Chamblee GA

So I did not know that there was a Gus's So close and I immediately jumped on it! I've been a couple of times and I have no regrets. So this spot specifically it's kind of tucked away because unless you know where you're going you won't run across it while you're driving randomly. It's at the end of a road that you wouldn't normally go to all willy-nilly. But it's so worth it. You get the same services if you were downtown or the one on Roswell road. This one is pretty cool, it has a number receipts there and plenty of window view so you get some sun if you come on a nice day. Space should not be an issue at all. The food is solid. The food is always been solid. I have no issues with that. I may get the dark piece combo or maybe get the chicken tenders, but it's always a hit to me! The greens are pretty good, they're not what your grandma made but they are a pretty good. The fries, or their french fries. fries are a little hard to judge because if they've sat in a carry out box for too long they'll start to get soggy because of the condensation so I hate to hold that against them but when you get them fresh they are good. Good crunch to them, salted and season just like they need to be. Potato salad was actually pretty decent too honestly. I have no complaints about that as well. I wouldn't get on a regular, but it was good. Gus's hasn't missed. When I first got down here I lived in Sandy springs and there was one like 5 mi away and I was there at least 3 days a week. I'm not going to do that this time because I found this little hidden tucked away gem but at the same time, maybe lol. Definitely go and give it a shot! Chicken's good, has the right amount of flavor and right amount of crunch, you won't be disappointed.

Everything was good. The staff, the food, the atmosphere! I think I found the recipe for a good trip to Gus's; do not go on the weekend! I went during lunch on a weekday and the place was not crowded. The staff was able to be more personal able with everyone.

Gus Fried Chicken is tucked away at 5486 Peachtree Rd Chamblee, GA 30341. Their Health Score was 91-A as of July 10, 2023. We enjoyed their delicious spicy fried chicken that was crispy and made to order. For our sides we enjoyed collard greens, baked beans and fried okra which were all severed hot and fresh. We also indulged on their fried pickles served with ranch dressing for our appetizer which was equally delicious. Gee, our waiter provided great service with a smile. He also speaks Spanish which is a plus. The ambiance was moderate with music piping through their speakers. I would definitely recommend this location for lunch or dinner. If your in a hurry call ahead to place your to go order to save on wait time. Enjoy!!!

I like Gus's spicy fried chicken once in a while. Actually, I would eat fried chicken more often but well that's not possible, lol lol I had the two thigh plus one drumstick portion with slaw and beans. Gus's chicken is hot crispy and really what one would expect for southern fried chicken. The sides were both good and service was excellent considering other staff did not show up. Our guy was running fast and did a great job with a good attitude. Gus's is on the regular rotation when I want some excellent fried chicken.

Great food. Great service. Staff is nice. Place uses disposable cutlery, glasses, straws and just creates a mound of trash can't support that sort of business.

This place is a casual chicken spot. It satisfies the craving for fried chicken. I wish it were a bit crunchier. The mac and cheese is really nice and gooey. The fries were great too. It's not much variety on flavors but you can pick pieces of chicken you want.

If you are looking for that quintessential southern fried chicken that tastes like homemade stuff, this is it. Normally I am skeptical about having greasy food but when you gonna do something wrong, you gotta do it right! This isn't fancy, it's basic and fabulously so. I love the ambience it's clean and inviting without trying. The service was fast and the chicken was satisfactory. The sides, I recommend the baked beans, fries and their mac&cheese.

Every time I come to this location the food is always hot, fresh, and my waitress cee-cee has great customer service. Cee-cee is polite, courteous, and always makes sure I'm taking care of. The food is yummy and it's always so peaceful when I come. I've been patronizing this location on & off for years. This is some of the best chicken in Atlanta and that's why I love coming here.

I stopped in for a quick lunch with a friend. He told me it's his favorite fried chicken restaurant and I have to agree. The chicken was nice and crispy and you can taste the flavor in the meat as well. Most fried chicken places you can taste the spicyness on the skin only. I loved my sides which was fried okra and Mac and cheese. I can't wait to go back and try others.

It's not the same! Unsure if all the area locations have fell Off or just this store! The chicken is bland, overcooked and just plain Nasty! I tried to give them the benefit of the doubt but....the outcome was the same! I'm unsure if Gus is still living but they need to put some respect on his name! Waste of gas and money! Disappointed and hungry!

So for an update: We did indeed go back here today, and the food was just as good as yesterday! This time I got the 2 piece breast and wing, collards and mac n cheese and a order of fried green tomatoes!! They were INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS...and "crunchy-unchy" just how I like em'!! I will mos. def. be coming back when I'm in this area again...which is quite often! Highly Recommended! Go get you some Gus's good ol' famous fried chicken! YAAY!!

This was some good chicken. I had the white meat chicken on the bone plate with fries and beans and a side of pickles. The pickles are batters chips with a side of ranch. I prefer the spears for a better pickle to batter ratio but these were tasty and not over coated. The chicken was well cooked, almost too cooked, but juicy and tasty. Fries are semi- steak fries and pretty good. Service was quick and friendly. I'd for sure go back!

Wow! Search my reviews - Fried Chicken and BBQ are a couple of my passions... I'd been waiting to try Gus's until I was down here and was NOT DISAPPOINTED. Chicken's the reason so I ordered a Thigh to Go to check it out - it came out in a few minutes hot, fresh, and tasty. I was half-expecting to take a bite and finish later, but as soon as I took a bite in the parking lot I devoured the whole piece...the juice you see in the "bones" photo is NOT GREASE...it's the tender flavour from the chicken. If I'd had some white bread with me I would've soaked it up in a heartbeat. I can't wait for my next trip to Atlanta!

got a chance to try Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken in Chamblee, and it was quite the experience. When my plate first came out, I have to admit, I was a little skeptical--the chicken looked a bit dry at first glance. But let me tell you, it did not taste dry at all. The crispy skin was perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of spice, and the meat inside was incredibly juicy and flavorful. I originally ordered a leg and a thigh but ended up with two breasts and a leg instead. Honestly, it wasn't what I expected, but the flavor more than made up for it, so no complaints there. The leg was especially tender, and the tenders I tried were just as good--you could tell they were freshly hand-breaded and not frozen. The dipping sauce paired perfectly and brought everything together. The staff was super friendly, and the food came out fresh and hot. If you love fried chicken and you're in the area, Gus's is definitely worth checking out!

This review is for take-out only. The restaurant is open for dine-in, but we got our food to go due to coronavirus. We were surprised that out of the two customer-facing employees, only one was wearing a mask. The tables were 6 feet apart and they had every other seat at the bar occupied. We got fried pickles (just under $7), 8-piece chicken ($23.95), mac and cheese ($4.40), and fries ($3.85), which came out to a total of $42. We definitely could've gone with 4- or 6-piece chicken, because we had a lot left over (and they gave us 2 extra pieces!). The fried pickles and mac and cheese were delicious. The fries, however, were not crispy at all and they had no salt. I will never get the fries again. The chicken was warm, tender, and perfectly fried. I do wish there was some seasoning on the chicken though. The four stars are for the fries and the price. $42 seems high for what we got.

Horrible horrible service! Came in 840 they close at 9 said to go only with an attitude I asked what time they stop done in and he said with an attitude like 820 as he was serving a table some dine in food at 845. Lost my local business forever and I'll tell all of Chamblee as well.

Went here for a quick and casual dinner, and got it. Feels like it should be counter service inside but is in fact sit down. The menu is pretty much limited to chicken and sides, so I was disappointed that the chicken only came at 1 spiciness level. I'd say the heat level was mild, so I added hot sauce myself, and I definitely think they could amp up the menu by simply increasing the options for heat in the chicken. The fried chicken was tasty and crispy though not the best I've ever had. For sides I had fries and mac and cheese. Both were good, the mac better than your average bbq joint does it so I was pretty happy with it. I would go back if I'm looking for a specific kind of meal, but not in a hurry.

I was very disappointed in coming here. I ate at multiple locations all over the US and I'd have to say this is the worst one. I got a three-piece white meat and I don't know how do you get overcooked dry chicken mac & cheese with ice cold french fries were stale and I was there at 1 o'clock makes no sense,

The chicken & fries was really good. The Mac & cheese was cool & the greens was a little over cooked but had good flavor. I had took home a piece of chicken & put it in the air fryer this morning & it was just as good, that's not common. Lol The cashier/ waiter was really nice & attentive, a can't wait to go back!

Food is always good. Their chicken taste the same every time so you know what your getting. It has the perfect mix or spice and flavor. Crunchy skin. The Mac is decent. Greens aren't my favorite. I always add a little vinegar & salt to enjoy them. The baked beans are great! If the service was better it would be better. Your always waiting for a very long time to get your food & the service is terrible. The atmosphere is always cool.

Not sure what happened, but the quality here has gone down over the past year. The chicken is way overcooked. With what this place costs, I'd expect better.

The most delicious fried chicken I've ever tasted. You ruined me for all the others. Now nothing and no one will ever compare to yours. Just keep your napkins near. You are going to need them. No way to eat this nice and neatly with a knife and fork, only your hands will do.

Amazing service by Christian and great food! The chicken and pie were A1 and the music was soulful

I have been to this location a couple times when in the area and needed something fast/quick. There is always ample parking and usually this location is not too busy as compared to some of the others. The service at this location has been very good to me. The wait staff has been very friendly/observant, food has come out v.quickly and the chicken has been fresh fried and delicious. This is a good choice if you are hungry for some southern styled comfort food at a great price.

This is my first time at Gus. The food was so good. Chicken was Crispy, tender, flavorful, and tasty!. I personally enjoyed to eat with out hot sauce. Chicken itself-have big bold flavors. Must try Fried green tomatoes were delicious as was the fried orca. Coleslaw was very fresh made, macaroni and cheese was very creamy it was ok. This is not a health food spot and I don't think there is anything "good for you" on the menu but everything was delicious. The space is larger than I expected. The table was a little sticky, but the restaurant have cozy atmosphere. Servers are very friendly.

My husband and I eat here at least once a month and we love it. This restaurant is located in downtown Chamblee, within walking distance to the brewery and Frosty Caboose. We always order the same meal. I get the chicken tenders with mac n cheese and coleslaw. My husband orders the three piece dark with mac n cheese and french fries. We have noticed the food and service is the best when the owner is there.

I been wanting to try this place for sometime. I finally came in for take out as I had to run back to work. It was quite busy in here on a Friday night. I ordered the 4-ct chicken tenders. They came out in a reasonably fashion. The tenders were huge! It also came with 2 toasted bread. The tenders had a nice spicy flavor to it. I also dipped it in some home made honey mustard which was super tasty. I highly recommend this place if your in the mood for some chicken. Be aware, the prices are quite high so be ready to spend some money. :)

Chicken was drier than the Sahara desert. If you're going to serve chicken that has been under heat lamps for a few hours, at least throw in some extra sides as I'm hangry. The sad part this used to be a great spot for fried chicken but now it's sub par. The server saw we left the untouched chicken and still charged the full price after raising it was dry.

Awesome chicken Amazing Fried Green Tomatoes Excellent Fried Pickle Spears The story of Gus's is a phenomenon of fried chicken culture and they still do it well long after the colonel was kicked to the curb. This is the antithesis of greasy church's fried chicken, and far exceeds what you could ever expect from other chicken places. They don't make a chicken sandwich, but if they did it would kick the chicken crap out of all those other pretenders!

This spot has the best friend chicken I've ever eaten in a long while. The chicken was juicy and fresh down to the last bite . The skin has the perfect crisp. It also has a spicy taste. The collard greens was very delicious and didn't taste like it was from the can . It had a nice flavor . The macaroni and cheese and French fries was good as well. They are open for dine in and have Covid precautions in place with social distancing and they have enforced mask wearing . The customer service was good as well. The overall experience was good. It's definitely a must visit place if you're in the area .

I thought Gus's to be one of my favorite fried chicken chains from Memphis until I realized that hot chicken exists. Even so, another location closer to home didn't hurt! The stress of getting to the Peachtree Center location is just too much. Parking is fine. Cramped and tight but enough to find a park. I love Gus's menu. It's simple. Fried chicken and sides. That's all you need. We had 5 people so we decided to order 16 piece dark special because dark meat is king. The fried chicken has thin and crispy skin with a light kick to it, but not overly so. The fried okra is hot and crispy, the mac and cheese is legit and the seasoned fries are alright. They weren't as seasoned as we thought they would be. The white bread that came with the special seemed unnecessary since there was no sauce or anything on it. Overall, Gus's has some of the best fried chicken I've had. There are comparable out there for sure, but for some reason I'm not here all the time like I am with Popeyes..

The chicken was hot and perfectly cooked. Spicy but not overpowering! Will definitely go back!

3 piece Dark with macaroni and baked beans Chicken was excellent! Great breading, hot and spicy. Macaroni not flavored.. beans, taste like canned beans.. not bad. Collard Greens, a bit dry and flavorless. Overall I would come back for the chicken for sure !!

When I lived in Memphis I would ONLY go to the original Gus's downtown. There's a reason there was a line out the door almost all day. Their fried chicken was the BEST I had ever had. After I moved to South Carolina, it was one of the restaurants I truly missed. Now, 18 years later I find out that there's a location about an hour & a half away in Georgia, so I was excited to say the least. All I can say is that the fried chicken was good but not as phenomenal as the original in Memphis. The sides were average (slaw & fries). The service was lack luster at best. But the place was clean & we finished our plates. I certainly wouldn't drive 3 hours round trip to this location again. But it did make me want to visit Memphis- at least one more time for truly- world famous fried chicken.

"Tonight's special is chicken fingers. They come with curly fries, and a free ice cream shaped like a clown." -- The Suite Life of Zack & Cody: Season 1 | Episode 22 Gus's I do love you, but this is definitely my least favorite location. It does not seem to matter the time of the day, or the day of the week. The service seems slow and the service leaves a lot to be desired. I will say that the food still has the same great Gus's quality. The chicken is delicious, crispy, spicy, and still very juicy. But I am less likely to come here due to the service, the wait and the fact that there are other much better locations around the city.

I'd give this 4.5 if it would let me. Good fried chicken and traditional sides in a charming space in the cute part of Chamblee. Great for families in a chicken finger child-related rut who want to dine out or anyone who is hungry. Service was friendly and fast. Stop in for a bite mid-antiqueing.