Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ Delicious Fried Chicken & Satisfying Sides — Just a Bit Small on Portion Tried the two-piece white chicken meal and while the portion was smaller than expected (menu showed two breasts but the plate came with one breast and a small wing), the flavor made up for it. The chicken was crispy, juicy, and packed with spice — exactly what you'd hope for from Gus’s! The BBQ beans and coleslaw were excellent sides — fresh, well-seasoned, and a great complement to the chicken. Portions could be a bit more aligned with the menu, but overall, very satisfying meal. I’ll definitely be back for more!

Absolutely fantastic location for fried chicken. Just tried their new chicken sandwich and honestly it’s one of the best I’ve had. Their chicken on a potato bun is solid. I would have preferred a brioche bun for some additional firmness but everything just melded together perfectly.

Hands down best fried chicken you'll ever eat outside of Grandma's house and you'll have to lie to her saying hers is the best after you eat here. The chicken is perfectly crispy, seasoned, flavorful, and just the right amount of spice. The sides are awesome too. I've had the fried green tomatoes, coleslaw, mac and cheese, greens and fries. Fries are normal, but everything else really shines. You can't make a bad choice here, everything is top notch and I was really impressed. I can't believe I lived in Houston for so long and just found this place. I will definitely be back every chance I get! Shout out to Annette, she was very nice nice, helpful, speedy, and attentive. Just one of the many helpful staff that Gus's is blessed to have working for them.

Wow. This is some kick ass fried chicken. It came out ripping hot (careful you don’t burn your mouth) and So moist and tender. Everything was incredibly crispy and perfectly cooked. The sides were good too! The mac and cheese was nice and solid, with a sharp cheese flavor! The cole slaw was an unexpected amazing edition. It was sweet tangy and maybe my favorite side we tried! The fries were good, especially when they were extra salty. The only thing that I might pass on was the greens. They were just okay, a little under seasoned for me. The fried green tomatoes were really good to start off. They were crispy, hot, and really tangy. The ranch and honey mustard were amazing and totally worth the $0.65. We also tried the chocolate chess pie! The crust was just okay, but the filling was FIRE! It was rich, thick, and decadent. Overall, Gus’s had an amazing price point, generous portion sizing, attentive staff, and Amazing food. We will definitely be back here.

Never heard or knew of this place until today. Apparently they are quite popular in Tennessee! The chicken was BOMB! It was so seasoned, moist and tasty. I got the 2 piece dark with cole slaw & beans. The sides were not bad at all either. It was really refreshing after a few bites of the fried chicken & then taking some bites of the sides. Their cokes are different, for some reason they taste like McDonald's cokes. It's a lot better. Not sure what's going on with that!

Went here on vacation, and was very impressed. Chicken was delicious and the hot sauce was great (I prefer without the extra ingredients, just vinegar, pepper, and salt). Tried the new chicken sandwich with came with pickles, sauce and chicken on a potato bun. Is very recommended if you like chicken sandwichs.

A very solid Southern fried chicken joint. Good crisp with a slightly spiced flavor profile. The chicken was properly juicy, tender, flavorful, and not overly salty! Pretty delicious if I had to say. The sides were a little bit harder to validate. The mac and cheese offering was good, but tasted a little pre-packaged. There wasn't enough oomph to make me want any more. The collard greens were solid, but I can also see how it might not be for everyone. There was texture to it, and it was very lightly flavored, almost tasting "healthy". The baked beans were quite solid. Flavorful, rich, and creamy - a well rounded side. Overall, this place gives Babe's Chicken House a run for its money, but I don't know if it's quite there yet

I love this place. Their fried chicken was awesome. Service was friendly. Spacios seating. Ordered the half chicken platter and 2-pc dark platter. I super like the side okra too. Serving was generous. Paid $41 for 2 persons. Will definitely go back.

We LOVE Gus's. The first time we had it was years and years ago in Austin and we've been driving to the Houston Heights location for years but this location on Kirby is just as good, if not better. Our 20 piece chicken platter was perfectly crispy, juicy, and spicy. The cole slaw is my favorite side but fyi it's very sweet. The potato salad too. Alyssa/Elissa (sorry for misspelling!) was the perfect waitress for our table. Perfectly attentive and anticipatory of everything we needed. She took great care of us and I hope we get lucky enough to sit in her section again next time!

I was on my way to Fiesta Mart when I found this location! I had to stop to try. We were a party of two, dropped in for dinner on Easter. We were promptly greeted by a friendly server. We ordered: 3 wings plate w/double fries 3 pcs dark w/Mac & cheese and fried okras one piece catfish - my only complaint, for $4 this was very small but flavorful The food was great, sports channel playing on TV's, everyone was friendly, plenty of parking, and clean restrooms. I will be back again for the fried chicken plates!

I originally found this place in Detroit and when they opened here in Houston I was there on opening day. The chicken is spot on. Tasty, hot and fresh. The service is friendly and fun. Happy to talk and be interactive. What's new as of this review is a great chicken sandwich that they are putting on the menu. Yeah you can get something else but this one is perfect. Pickle and light mayo with a brioche bun. The sandwich is a great addition to the menu. If sandwiches aren't your thing their chicken strips and dark and white meat fries checked is fantastic. Take the time hit this location and enjoy.

For starters, I've been here multiple times with family and friends and we all really have enjoyed our meals each time. We like coming here because the food has also been fresh and hot, and the restaurant offers a cozy southern style dining space. The chicken is great, not over cooked or greasy and perfectly seasoned. At times can come out spicer than other time but typically it is very mild, I personally love a little kick to it. I recommend the fried green tomatoes unfortunately I did not get a picture before we gobbled them up, we love them! The sides have also been flavorful and fresh as well. The iced tea is also delicious. The service is also friendly and quick.

Let's just say I can see why they are world famous for their friend chicken. We walked here from our hotel to get dinner since it was close by, and it was the best decision we ever made. The staff were friendly and ordering food was easy. We ordered our food to go, and it was prepared in a timely manner. I ordered the 3 chicken tender plate with coleslaw and beans. Every single item on that plate was delicious and super flavorful. My husband got the two piece dark plate and he really enjoyed his food as well. Definitely a family ambiance. What I really liked was when our food was packed to go, they included all items inside of the bag that may be need for the meal. We had ketchup, ranch, fork and napkins without having to ask for it. I recommend this place.

Chicken Sandwich Was Amazing Very Crispy And Juicy Chicken 5 Star For Sure Friendly Staff Great Service

As far as comfort food goes Gus's is a good as they come. Its some of the best fried chicken which is saying alot in houston. From all the times I've indulged in this delicousness I've yet to have a piece of chicken that is dry. Most of my orders are to go and the staff is always accommodating and friendly and the few times I had some questions on my order the staff went out of their way to make sure I was happy with my order. If you you really enjoy fried chicken and you haven't tried Gus's yet its a must have. I highly recommend them for lunch or dinner!

Get on over to Gus's for some serious fried chicken with a kick. The chicken skin bursts with flavor, and I basically stripped every speck of meat from the bones like a ravenous vulture and I don't care if people were staring or not. The Mac and cheese and baked beans were totally satisfying, and props to the staff for treating this first timer like a regular. I will definitely return!

Excellent chicken tasty and quick !! Service is great !! I love the fried in peanut oil

Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Price: $$ Finally tried Gus's fried chicken! It's absolutely DELICIOUS!! I went on a weekday and it was still quite busy. I ordered online for pickup and only had to wait a few minutes before my order was ready. The chicken came out hot, crispy and juicy. It was some of the juiciest chicken I think I've ever had. The sides were also very good. The interactions I had and observed from the staff were all very friendly. They had everything organized and did a great job keeping the orders flowing. The place was clean and laid back. I will for sure be returning to Gus's for more of this delicious food and recommend you try them out!! My total for a 2 piece plate (comes with 2 sides) and an extra side was $21.64

The customer service is awesome. The staff are professional, polite and knowledgeable about the menu. The food is fresh, hot and delicious. Super excited to try the latest item added to the menu (corn nuggets).

BEST FRIED CHICKEN! Truly the best fried chicken I've ever had. The place wasn't as busy as it should be but I'm totally okay with that!!! The service was great and fast and you get sides like beans and Cole slaw. If you haven't tried this chicken place or are not sure, definitely do it. You won't regret it. I wish I took pictures but the food was so good it was gone before I could take any pictures

I would give the restaurant 5 stars for our server alone! He was AWESOME! I wish I had asked his name. I had no idea this place existed until a friend of mine took me to eat there. I didn't even know they were a chain until I started reading Yelp reviews. This location is in the MIDDLE of a parking lot, so it can be hard to miss. It is across from NRG off of Kirby (you can also access it from other streets if you are familiar with the area). It is located in the same parking lot as Fiesta. I hear the other Houston location can be packed with tricky parking, but you won't have that problem here. Parking is a breeze! Now, no one told me the chicken was a bit spicy, I don't handle spicy so well, but I could totally tolerate it! They have a la cart items, sides and plates. Also a kids menu and a desert menu. There are portion sizes for everyone. I ordered the 2 piece white, which comes with coleslaw and beans. Everything was GREAT!

Came in to grab a quick bite , our server Dinisha was great and allowed us to try the new chicken sandwich. It was amazing and will definitely become my go to item when eating here.

That new chicken sandwich is soooooo good better than anything else I've had in the past 6 months s/o to dinisha for letting me know about it!

The name says it all "hot & spicy". I ordered the two chicken breast special with baked beans and coleslaw. The chicken must be fried-to-order because my first bite into the golden brown chicken breast that graced my plate released in a rivulet of scalding hot juices. The chicken was juicy and seasoned to the bone... not fiery hot, just thoroughly seasoned. The sides were solid; nothing to write home about, but complemented the chicken well. I washed it down with a lemonade that was as sweet as "all get out". I like the decor of the restaurant, ...Memphis, TN meets Houston, TX. The service was a little slow, but the restaurant was packed. Everyone was polite. The last time I visited this locale, Frenchy's was launching a series of franchises and this was a flagship location. Percy Creuzot was being recognized for the living legend that he was. From Memphis, TN (S. Front St.) to Houston, TX (Washington, Ave. and Kirby Dr. locations), Gus's offers a consistently good dining experience.

Best chicken on the planet, prove me wrong!! Service is good and the wait is a little long. However, it's worth the wait!!

When I walked in to place my order, there was absolutely no customer service. The Hispanic man in the pick shirt has no customer service skills at all, and I'm not sure if he's the manager. As though he were doing me a favor, he took my order. I was going to wait in my car, so I asked him how long it would take for the food to be ready, and he said maybe 15 minutes. Not only was it not ready when I returned in fifteen minutes or less. They weren't busy at all, as there were only about eight patrons present. The food wasn't ready when I walked back in so I waited and when it was ready I was notified by a head nod that it was my order, he sat it on the counter and walked away. Richard is the one who doesn't have customer service skills. I haven't tasted the food yet but I know I won't be back.

Had to try this Texas Legend. The restaurant is very quaint and gives you a down home feeling. The staff was very friendly and informative. I ordered the following food: Fried Okra - $8.25 2 Piece Dark (Thigh & Leg) Plate- $12.00 Coke - $3.00 Pecan Pie - $4.75 Scoop Ice Cream - $2.25 Total $30.25 The okra was good, fresh and service with ranch dressing. The chicken was good, had a little spice to it. Skin was crispy and good to perfection. The meat was tender and juicy. The coleslaw was fresh and had a good flavor. The baked beans resembled a Campbell's or other canned sweat bean. The pecan pie was served hot and the side scoop of vanilla bean ice cream came in its own dish. Overall the food was GOOD, the service was Great, the price was..PRICEY for the amount of food received. I'm not sure I would revisit for the PRICE paid, but the food was good. Three stars given food was a 3/4 but the price dropped it to 2/3...this three stars.

Never been, I assure you need to come and feast at Gus's! Hot, fresh and spicy and all cooked to order. Scenic views of NRG Stadium with a wonderful waitstaff.

As you can tell by my photos, I tend to get the same thing lol. The chicken is still fresh, hot, juicy and crispy. Whenever im in the mood for a nice southern lunch and im in the area, I will eat here.

Another great visit to Gus's world famous chicken. I would definitely recommend. My favorite fried chicken spot. Service was great and the restaurant was clean.

Honestly one of the best places I've had fried chicken. It's in the middle of a shopping center. There's lots of parking. I ordered at the counter and they took my name since I ordered to-go. I went after the lunch rush and it didn't take long to receive my food. I ordered a two piece dark chicken plate with fried okra and slaw. They pack napkins, hot sauce and ketchup in your bag. The chicken was so crisp, lightly battered, hot and fresh. The meat was tender and juicy. Okra was fire, hot crisp and delicious. Slaw was what you needed to eat with the chicken, cooling and crunchy. My only complaint was that I got honey mustard sauce too, they charge for it and it wasn't included. I know I should've checked my order prior to leaving but other than that I will return for more of this famous chicken.

The chicken is juicy, the Mac n cheese slaps and the potato salad has a ton of unique flavor! Can't go wrong with the sweet tea and excellent service. Plenty of seating. I'd skip the sweet potato pie but I like my pie extra sweet.

Service was awesome. Dinisha was friendly and made sure we got everything we needed to enjoy our delicious meal. This was our first time. We will Definitely be back. As for the atmosphere, it was clean and reminds me of the small restaurants in Louisiana.

I rarely give out five stars but this place was awesome! Nash my server was cool and funny. She's very nice so if you get her consider yourself lucky. The food was great. Get the wings with Mac and Greens. You won't be disappointed. The only thing that was just ok was the sweet potato pie but I won't hold that against them. All in all I'm going to sleep well tonight and if I'm ever back this way I'm hitting this spot again!

The restaurant gives more home vibes, which I like. It was a laid back atmosphere as well. The only reason why I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was because the sides were horrible (besides the fries). The beans tasted like the canned Bush's baked beans, and the mac and cheese was misleading. It looked so cheesy, but was so bland. The potato salad was ok, but too sweet for my liking. Next time I go, I would just get the chicken and fries. We spent about $60 for 3 chicken plates. The service was fine, nothing extravagant.

I've been to every single location in Texas and what can you not like about Gus's world famous fried chicken. It's the best fried chicken in Houston, Texas. Food: I brought two colleagues here to Tri for the first time. They absolutely loved it. I got four wings with macaroni and coleslaw and it was simply amazing. Your chicken is fried to perfection and every single bite is just amazing. You simply cannot go wrong here. Everything on the menu is amazing. I will continue to go to all their locations as they open up across Texas and the United States. I'm a huge fan of this franchise. They're doing an amazing job. The customer service was great as well. What else can you ask for. They give them a five star review.

Amazing waiter Eli Really good food Great ambiance I think he was nice and provided excellent service

Bad Start, Strong Finish! I rarely, if ever, come on this side of town anymore, but I had to drop something off. I always Google "food around me" whenever I'm outside my normal area. I saw Gus's was around the corner, and they had beer. "Perfect", I thought. I walked in and went to the bar/counter. I asked the guy with a cap on (I think I heard him called Rico) if I could sit there to eat. He said yes and continued helping another guest. When he finished with the gentleman, he said he would be right with me. TWO MORE PEOPLE walked in AFTER I sat down, and Rico took their orders first and basically ignored me. I sat for another few minutes before deciding to move to a table to hopefully get some service. Another gentleman asked me if I was dining in. I said yes, and he walked away. I sat there for another 5-8 minutes before I had to flag him down to ask to be served. Finally, a young lady came over to take my order. She said there was confusion. I'm not sure about what unless Gus's regularly has people come in to eat but not order anything to drink. HER service was excellent!! My food came out quickly, which is a plus. The chicken was great!! I mean REALLY good. The greens, on the other hand, were definitely canned. Maybe Gus has their own canned products...‍ The heat on the chicken was just right; it opened my sinuses! The location itself is nice. When I first moved to Houston, I used to come here, but it was a Frenchy's with a bar. I like what Gus's did with the place...maybe better than when it was a Frenchy's. All in all, I stuck it out because the reviews were great, and everything turned out okay. I wish I could do 3.5 stars.

10, 10, 10s across the board. Was this the best fried chicken I've ever had in my life??? Maybe?? Chile idk idk but it was HOT, crispy, crunchy, JUICY, seasoned, and literally finger-lickin good! I ordered a three piece dark meal with baked beans and fried okra and there was nothing but bones left on my plate. the restaurant itself is a cute little building with checkered tablecloth-covered tables and mismatched chairs that somehow managed to keep a cooler inside temperature despite the oppressive heat outside. My server was Steph and she was great and attentive. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

My name is Crystal, and I recently dined at your establishment on Saturday, May 3, 2025, with my husband. We were excited to visit, as my daughter and I had previously enjoyed our experience at your restaurant, and this was my husband's first time. We usually frequent the Washington location, which we love. Upon arrival, we initially considered ordering to-go but decided to dine in to fully enjoy the experience. We were greeted by a young man named Eligh, who was courteous and attentive. We ordered a 12-piece extra crispy chicken, a large mac and cheese, a large okra, a large green, two beers, and two waters. Once we received our food, I'm assuming the manger came from the kitchen, who was wearing sunglasses indoors, began conversing with the new trainee and our waiter, Eligh. His manner of speaking was authoritative and somewhat overbearing, which I found quite distracting and unpleasant. I mentioned to my husband that I wished he would conduct his conversations in the back, as it was affecting our dining experience. When our food arrived, we noticed that our legs and wings were not as crispy as we had requested. I asked Eligh if they could be fried a bit longer. He went to speak with the gentleman in the kitchen, who I assume is the manager. I overheard the manager instructing Eligh to inform us that the chicken was prepared according to their standards and in his words that's just the way y'all do things. Eligh returned and relayed the manager's message, but I interrupted him and requested our check. I expressed my dissatisfaction with the manager's approach, and I told my waiter you all might have to listen to him talk crazy, but I don't, as he could have personally conveyed the information to us, considering the food had already been served. I would have been willing to order another 12-piece to ensure it met our expectations. I was hesitant to send this email, but I believe it is important to address this issue. I do not want a self-absorbed manager to ruin what has been a happy place for us. Your restaurant's motto is to bring people together, one piece of chicken at a time, and to ensure customer satisfaction. I hope you will take this feedback seriously and make the necessary adjustments to uphold your commitment to excellent service. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Crystal P

Yep, that's a bottle of Dom P @ Gus'!! Haven't had Gus' in years and the last time was in Austin... this place was BUSY after the Texans game and we totally ended up here on a whim... Uber was crazy after the game so I picked something close to avoid traffic and DT Houston... and I'm so happy this accidentally got us to Gus'... The chicken is the real MVP but the service was friendly and fun even this Britney was super busy she took great care of us and we enjoyed our Dom P out of mason jars along side our fried chicken!! The flavor was so good and the portions were giant! Money well spent and I highly recommend this spot !!

I was studying in the library for our first biomed exam and did not feel like going home just to eat. Luckily, one of my classmates was going to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken just down the road and I asked him to bring me some back. I really liked their San Antonio location so I was really excited for this. I got the 2 piece dark plate, which comes with a thigh and drumstick as well as the usual sides of coleslaw and baked beans. At first glance the chicken seems smaller than the ones I've gotten from the San Antonio location. The chicken had really crispy skin coated in their spices. It's not as spicy as I remember but the chicken itself was hot and juicy. I really like the spices they use to flavor their chicken. Since this was takeout, the bread was a little soggy. The sides were ok, the coleslaw did not have enough sauce. I remember their sides being really good at the other location though so it may have been impacted by being takeout. This meal was just ok, the chicken was the only thing I liked but I know this could be a lot better from my experience from their other location. I would still prefer this place over all the fast food chains

Alyssa is the best server here during her shift I seen her go to the back and kill it on the fryer and she came back before my drink was half empty the chicken was good but the service was better!

Been there few times and I love the dark meat fried chicken with the fried okra (they are my favorite). Service is always good! I usually call and order before so it's ready when I get there. Nothing is special with ambiance but at least they keep the table neat and clean!

Service was quick and pleasant. Sides were good. Disappointed with the chicken, it was dried out. Nothing that would make me want to come back again.

WOW!! Goodbye Popeyes!! If you love fried chicken this is the place!! Stumbled on to this hidden gem while riding around Houston...the fried chicken is beyond expectations!! Everyone there is so nice! Great staff!! Very nicely decorated and you can sit outside on pleasant days! Everyone I'm in Houston I eat here!!

We were on a hunt to find Rudy's which is in Dallas, but did some research and found Gus's! We ordered a 8pc and a small okra. The 8pc included different pieces of the chicken thighs, drums, breast, etc. Dine in is an option but, we ordered takeout and the staff were helpful nonetheless. The chicken was tasty. The skin might have been removed from the pieces of chicken that we had because there wasn't much of a crunch, but the pieces were a good size and filling. The okra was fresh out of the grease, crunchy and tasty as well.

This place never disappoints! If you are looking for hot spicy chicken this is the place for you. The staff is super friendly and patient. I went in knowing I wanted chicken but I was unsure of the sides because I didn't want fries. The lady at the counter let me try samples and let me tell you, the Mac & Cheese was everything! The baked beans are tasty too. I usually order my food to go but the inside seating is pretty nice for a family vibe. A lot of spacing and the staff is super attentive!

Got the 3 tenders plate (hooked up with an extra tender) and a root beer float. This chicken is soooo dank. The people were nice and the food is amazing. I will definitely be coming back if I'm in Houston again 10/10 recommend

Great food and service!! I misplaced something and they held it till the next day. When I'm back in Houston I will visit them again!

We stopped here one Sunday after church. The service was quick and we were immediately greeted at the takeout counter. There are televisions provided to watch the game and it wasn't too packed when we arrived. I had the wing dinner with okra and my daughter had the tenders special with french fries. The wings were good but I had the impression they had been sitting under a light and not freshly made because they were very dry. The beans reminded me of pork n beans; I can pass on those, but I loved the okra. My daughter enjoyed her fries; she said the tenders didn't have any flavor but she ate it. It's a nice place to grab a meal and watch the game because it's not loud and they have a nice patio area too!

Very flavourful with some heat spice , which I liked. So beware for those with low tolerance. Not Sure if they have a non spicy version. Crispy and fresh is my takeaway. Service was not 5 star posh stuff but reflective of the atmosphere which was homey and comforting. The waiter was very helpful and suggesting items. Not pushy and checked back a few times. Would I go back? Yes.

Juicy pieces of chicken with a spicy punch Yummy Mac n Cheese plus Baked Beans as the side's....Tasty and Gooey Good. I was the last guest of the night as they were prepping to shut down. First time here.....and I'll certainly give this place another shot in the future.

Gus's has been on my radar since they first started in Houston. Every single time I went to the location on Washington, it was crowded and there was no parking so I skipped it. I was excited to see they opened this location which has plenty of parking and not too crowded. It's near the stadium and the lot is a tad bit sketch, but I think it just adds to the flavor. Right? I walked in and right to the counter and was told find a seat and they would come take my order. Customer service was excellent. I saw they had a tender special, but my awesome waitress told me to go what they're known for, the fried chicken. I'm a dark meat kinda guy, so I went with the 3 piece dark with coleslaw and substituted the beans for fries. They fire the food up as it's ordered so expect a slight wait. The food came out piping hot as I learned upon my first fiery bite. Thought hot, that first bite was amazing. The chicken was so juicy and tender and seasoned to perfection. It was a light breading but packed with so much flavor. It even had a nice kick to it. The sides were an afterthought but really good too. I didn't have room for dessert, but I'll save room for it next time. Overall, very solid fried chicken joint. It's definitely made it up there as one of my favorites now. Can't wait to come back!

Chicken was moist ( chicken tenders) honey mustard sauce was DIVINE oh gee the patato salad was flavorful andnot full of mayonnaise. FRIED CHIKEN IS REALLY GOOD almost a bit spicy but delious. Peacan pie diabetic bomb! Service is fantastic Enjoied this place will go again Overall: clean bathroom and tables weren't sticky

Dinisha was an amazing waitress ! Food was also fresh and prepared perfectly. Her energy was excellent throughout the whole time we were here eating. Will definitely come back to this location.

Dinisha was our server! She was literally the sweetest most kindest server I've ever encountered. On top of that the food was very hot and overall great!! Will be back for sure!!