Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Chicken restaurant · Downtown

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Chicken restaurant · Downtown

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1430 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

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Spicy fried chicken & comfort sides with crispy skin & juicy meat  

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The Bay Area’s Most Exciting Restaurant Openings - Eater SF

"A sign for Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken had been erected at the door of a former Foot Locker at 1430 Broadway. This is the first Bay Area location of the popular national chain, which was founded in Mason, Tennessee, about 60 years ago. Raehan Qureshi, the "Exclusive California Area Developer of 'Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken' Restaurants" wrote in to Eater SF to say that the downtown Oakland spot is open for delivery and takeout of its Memphis-style fried chicken menu, which uses wet batter that registers at "a seven out of 10 in terms of heat," Qureshi tells the SF Chronicle, making Gus’s items more "bearable" for some than the Nashville style’s oft-painful heat." - Eve Batey

https://sf.eater.com/2020/4/13/21219319/spring-summer-restaurant-bar-openings-takeout-delivery-san-francisco-2020
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Tartine Manufactory Opens New 40,000-Square-Foot Hub in Los Angeles - Eater SF

"The Fillmore’s now-closed soul food restaurant Gussie’s Chicken and Waffles is inching toward reopening in a new location in Uptown, Oakland. The new spot at 2021 Broadway is expected to open in June. Owner Michele Wilson used to run a Northern Californian post of Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles before branching out on her own." - Janelle Bitker

https://sf.eater.com/2019/1/29/18202189/tartine-manufactory-opens-los-angeles-expansion
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J H

Google
I’ve seen Gus’s all over Southern California, but I’ve never seen a location in the Bay Area The food was really good. Chicken was extra crispy and had a lot of flavor to it. The two piece is probably the best go to item. The pieces of chicken are big and juicy. They season it very well. The chicken sandwich is a good go to for eating on the go. I thought it was a little dry, but I still enjoyed the sandwich. Staff were cool and friendly. They brought us extra napkins and sauces. They created convo and were cracking jokes. Cool guys.

DONE DEAL DIGITAL

Google
We order 8 pc. Chicken order with 3 additional wings, 6 pc. of bread, medium beans, Mac, potato salad and fried okra. Everything we order was below Luke warm and had no crunch. Make sure you ask for your order to be made fresh.

Racha Tahani Lawler

Google
aight, we won’t play like the chicken doesn’t slap and it’s EXPENSIVE! i get it inflation and chicken that doesn’t glow in the dark. BUT, money is being spent, and for the customer service to be NONEXISTENT?!? what the helly?!? not a “hi” “welcome” “can we help you” “thank you” “come again” NOTHING. gotta find a new spot that actually cares about the food and the folks.

American Angler

Google
Picked up Billy Whiteshoe's Johnson up in San Pablo, and we were headed down to Oaktown to eat at fried chicken at Willie's. All the sudden some dude pulls up next to us at the red light, and outta nowhere start yakin about Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Restaurant! He says it's the best in Alameda County! So..Billy asks him..Where is this mystical place, and he says follow me, so we did. And, you know what, he was right! The chicken was Amazing! 5 stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Eric Lu

Google
We entered around 5pm and ordered 8-pc spicy fried chicken. It was 20-min wait but totally worth it. Hot, juicy, crispy, flavorful... highly recommended.

Cathy L

Google
First time trying Gus's chicken and it was really good. It was like eating homemade fried chicken. The chicken had crispy skin. Seasoned well with a spicy kick to it. I ordered the 2 piece dark meat (thigh & leg) which comes with baked beans & coleslaw. Added a side of potato salad. Sides were good, but was not a fan of the potato salad. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't bad, it just wasn't my favorite. Food did not disappoint and the service was great!

H N (NN)

Google
Fresh chicken fried to perfection. No excess oil, no "soft spot" and no hard dried out batter. Lives up to the original Gus's reputation. The menu is simple, fried chicken and sides which you can mix and match as you'd like. The place has an old diner vibe, simple tables and chairs inside; you can always grab 'n go or have it delivered

Bella Fica

Google
I called in my order and went to pick it up. I was not impressed. Call me picky about my food, call the certain flavor standards but the chicken was dry both on the outside and inside. It was darn near flavorless. The fries had more seasoning. I am spoiled about my chicken and there are a large variety of restaurants that offer fried chicken in the Bay Area. The sides like the baked beans and coleslaw tasted manufactured in a plant or factory. I like the location and the cashiers were nice but I won’t be back.
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Jason S.

Yelp
Just a lil gem in downtown Oakland in my opinion this is one of best fried chicken spots out there! The sides are pretty solid service is super quick Parking just sucks there is only a few spots in front of the place and there not really for the place lol But a definite must try
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Blaise B.

Yelp
Here is an update on Gus's in Oakland CA. After my original review a generous $50 gift card from Gus's GM in my support was sent to me!! I spoiled myself with a spread of items. Chicken sandwich, tenders, and half chicken. As reviewed before, I rather have plain fried chicken and add my heat/spice on the side; Gus's is spicy and infused in the batter, no need for hot sauce. The crispiness and fresh ingredients remain through and through. I'm sure you all will enjoy it!
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Natasha K.

Yelp
Great portions and delicious flavor. The guy at the cashier is always friendly. They serve beer as well as yummy looking deserts. Nothing special about the ambiance. Also, note that there's no parking because there's a bus stop right outside. You'll have to park down the street and walk.
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Eric Q.

Yelp
Probably the best sweet tea I've had outside of the state of Georgia! Chicken was on point and a little hotter than I expected, which made it even better. The only downside was the non-stop random uber drivers pestering the hell out of the staff but that's not their fault at all.
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Shalin B.

Yelp
Quick service, juicy tenders, got a lemonade. Dipped it all in ranch. Delicious. Gotta say though the beans were where it was at. I demolished those little creamy things
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Liz B.

Yelp
Chicken is great - juicy and spicy. Everything else was less great. Fried pickles were crispy but coating was really hard and thick, hard to chew, and the ranch was gross. The chess pie is tooth-achingly sweet. I know it's supposed to be sweet but this is like eating pure sugar. 5 stars for kind service. As much as I don't like DoorDash as a company, I would've liked to order online for pickup but there's no kids menu listed online. Annoying since online ordering is way more convenient when you have a kid with you.
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Arman Eli P.

Yelp
Fried chicken is one of my guilty pleasures in life. I have been wanting to try this place as I've heard a lot of great things about it. Well, I used to live in Austin, Texas and they have Gus's there too but never tried it. When I moved to San Francisco, I knew that they have one in Oakland. So, this was the day for me to give it a shot and it DID NOT disappoint! One of the best of the many fried chickens I've had in my whole entire life. INCOMPARABLE! The staff were very welcoming, nice and accommodating. The restaurant isn't that big but it surely is cozy, clean and homey. Will definitely come back here over and over again. Highly recommended!

Shay D.

Yelp
The chicken was tasty spiced well, but Mac and cheese was right out of the box. It tasted like velvet or government cheese. To have such tasty chicken, I was surprised they would make such terrible make mac & cheese. I'll go back for the chicken, but nothing else. Parking is horrible.
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Bonnie S.

Yelp
Gus's fried chicken is always a good idea. The chicken has so much flavor and is crispy yet never dry. The collard greens here are flavored well and taste freshly cooked. The fried green tomatoes were perfectly cooked and has a good tang. Fries were a little soggy. The sweet potato pie was also a yummy ending to our meal, not too sweet. Service was fast even though it was busy as heck. They had 1 girl running the place and she did amazing. There's not much seating and it's kind of dark in here. Doesn't look open from the outside. Glad we came though
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Richard M.

Yelp
Fried chicken was incredibly flavorful and the texture (crust) was amazing, But,... it was very very salty (to me). Pairing it with slaw cut the salt a bit, or bread. Hoping maybe next time that won't be so extreme. Slaw was very good (quite sweet, a bit runny, but good). Beans were good. Fries - very tasty but again, I don't think they need so much salt. Clean, pleasant atmosphere; "picnic area" is cute/inviting but we took ours to go.

Daddy C.

Yelp
I found this place when i was pregnant and kept coming back every pregnancy (3) there chicken hits everytime it has a nice spicyness that will creep up on you after the third piece the fries are well seasoned like the chicken and there mac and cheese i believe has that same cajun seasoning. It is a bit pricy but trust me its worth it way better than angry chicks or daves chicken
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Henry A.

Yelp
Truly is the best fried chicken in America. May take a while to get your order but it's definitely worth the wait!
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Kendra W.

Yelp
So first off the chicken here is really amazing ! On most days I only eat my mom's fried chicken but this is the one spot that makes me go out of my comfort zone to eat chicken! The chicken is so good! It reminds me of a place I used to eat at growing up down in compton but today I Checked and there is no affiliation. Still delicious though. The service here is really great it was my first time walking in and ordering usually I order it for delivery when I'm being lazy and don't feel like walking in. It's small inside but that's a good thing especially being downtown you can't trust the foot traffic! I'll be back again. Soon
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Miranda T.

Yelp
My favorite place for fried chicken! It's a great casual spot for a comfort meal and I always have a terrific experience. I'm always impressed by how tender and juicy the chicken is. It bursts with flavor which sets it apart from other fried chicken places that have less flavorful meat. The skin is also so crispy and satisfying to crunch on. I've never had better fried chicken than at Gus's! I also highly recommend trying a slice of their chess pie. It's buttery and crumbly and makes a delicious sweet treat.
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Michelle V.

Yelp
Ordered this early before closing through DoorDash so we could have a late night meal. Delivery was prompt and the food smelled great. We got two 2-piece dark plates and a side of fried okra. We got different sides for the plates so we could try everything. The chicken was easy to re-heat. It was tasty! I wish I could try it fresh next time. The fried okra was nicely battered and crispy too. For the sides, we got mac and cheese, beans, potato salad, and coleslaw. I want to try their collard greens sometime. We drizzled our own hot honey on the chicken and it was so good. Fried okra is one of my favorite things to eat so I'm glad this spot exists. Solid place for a meal!
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Kevin P.

Yelp
Saw they had Gus' in the bay and I was like.... "wut?!" Tried it once in LA and it was fantastic. The Bay Area location is much different, aesthetically. The locations in SoCal felt more like what it's suppose to be whereas the location in Oakland feels like it was once an Italian restaurant that got converted. Nothing against it, the food was just as good. Do yourself a favor and get the 8 piece meal. They do not cheap out on your chicken! It's nothing crazy flavorful, just your general fried chicken - nothing more nothing less. Mac and cheese is a skip for me. It literally tastes like Kraft. Service was great, the lady at the register was phenomenal and really friendly.
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mike o.

Yelp
Southern fried chicken, fried okra to die for!! Gus has it going on. I stumbled into Gus World famous fried chicken and fell into lap of chicken paradise. This place is tiny but powerful. The decor is old western. The staff are knowledgeable cordial and friendly. You can tell the everyone here at Gus s. Is a good industry veteran Chicken wings no sauce. (10). Extremely flavorful to the bone! Fried okra. Best in the industry. Crispy crunchy outside, tender but firm perfection inside. I'll be back!
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Konnie X.

Yelp
Was craving fried chicken wings and decided to try Gus's Fried Chicken that was recommended from Harry Bosch. It was a great decision because it was one of the best fried chicken I've ever had! It was crunchy on the outside, and juicy on the inside and full of flavor! Yum!
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H M.

Yelp
OMG. Such good fried chicken. Super crispy and not greasy. Good sides too. Definitely a to-go place. The wait for food can be long so be prepared. Totally worth it though.
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Madel R.

Yelp
Overall, my experience had mixed results. The dark chicken pieces, lacked variety; all thighs because they ran out of leg and wings. They were all overly salty and unexpectedly spicy, I wish it was noted on the menu or that they had a choice of mild or spicy. Although the chicken did have a consistent satisfying texture. The mac & cheese, slaw, potato salad, and seasoned fries all received average ratings of 3 out of 5. The sweet potato pie also received a rating of 3 out of 5. The lack of utensils in the takeout bag required improvisation with Starbucks straws as makeshift chopsticks I found in my car. Considering everything, I may consider revisiting the place if I happen to be in the area, but the experience didn't leave a lasting impression.
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Grace T.

Yelp
As a foodie, I am always on the lookout for hidden gems and delicious food. This is my first time trying Gus World Famous Fried Chicken in Oakland, CA. We stopped by on a Sunday for dinner and from the moment I first stepped in to when I left, I was greeted with a smile from the staff. As soon as i stepped in the restaurant, the air was filled with fries and fried chicken smell. The chicken was crispy on the outside and meat on the inside is juicy. We ordered small fries and 5 drumsticks and it was very filling. I can tell that they used fresh ingredients and chicken. The fries were just normal, nothing special. The store isn't anything fancy but the tables, bathroom and floors were clean. If you don't want to wait, I recommend getting there 5 minutes before they open.
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Amy Z.

Yelp
Located right on the main street in downtown Oakland is this unassuming fried chicken joint. Gus's World Fried Chicken really hooks you in with its southern decor, a nice contrast from the busy city. The venue itself is small, but because of its layout with a few tables clad in plaid table cloths paired with mismatching large wooden chairs, there is quite a lot of walking space. There's also a handwashing station with easy access for post fried chicken clean up. There's music playing on the back but not loud enough to be disruptive. We arrived early before lunch and we were its only customers there at the time. Great timing as it got a little busier after. We were served by a wonderful man in the front who took our orders. He is very friendly and jovial and definitely made us feel welcome. When he forgot to add sugar in our sweet tea, he happily went in the back and corrected it, all with a smile. 8 PIECE SPECIAL: The 8 piece special consists of four thighs and four drumsticks, all were nicely fried with a crispy outer batter. It is seasoned very well, adding exceptional flavor to its juicy meat on the inside. The hallmark of a good fried chicken is that you can eat it without any kind of sauce or extra seasoning. Gus's checked all the boxes here, but it certainly didn't hurt that every table had a bottle of Louisiana hot sauce that really brought it to the next level. The chicken really lives up to expectations in every way, but the show-stealers are really the sides. MAC & CHEESE: We got a large and it came in a nice container with a lid, preserving its piping hot state. When you open it, you see that it is topped with a generous amount of paprika and shredded cheese. Stirring it all together created a perfect ooey-gooey consistency. It looked like it packed a punch when it comes to flavor when it comes to coloration and the amount of cheese used. However, flavor-wise, it does not match with its appearance. Don't get us wrong, it is still really tasty, but its bright appearance will have you guessing differently. BAKED BEANS: The baked beans were perfectly cooked and lightly sweet. The beans had just a little bit of bite and carried a ton of flavor with the small meat pieces interspersed throughout. POTATO SALAD: The potato salad here is honestly the best amongst all the sides we have ordered. It is perfectly balanced, with the potatoes being boiled to the right consistency and the dressing not being too mayo-forward. It tastes light and refreshing, complimenting the chicken in the best possible way. COLLARD GREENS: Commercial collard greens have a high risk of running on the saltier side or be a bit fibrous and hard to chew, but fortunately this was not the case here. The collard greens at Gus's were perfectly cooked and melt in your mouth. COLESLAW: The coleslaw is also excellent. It is super creamy, as the cabbage and lettuce were shredded super well. You really can't go wrong with either the potato salad or the coleslaw. FRIED GREEN TOMATOES & PICKLES: These were piping hot when they arrived. They really helped with cutting the grease of the chicken. One note is that the batter does not really stick well to the pickles. It became one of those situations where you can just slide the outer batter off the pickle and you end up with just a naked pickle. SWEET ICED TEA: Not much to say here - a good sweet tea should make you feel like you're about to get diabetes, and this one comes through in spades. The price is on the higher side for fried chicken, but honestly for genuine southern comfort food the value is worth the price. Gus's is one of those places that you would go out of your way to visit. We really look forward to coming back again soon. We also have told all our friends about Gus's and that they should really give it a try, as it will not disappoint.
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Jason B.

Yelp
Just as good as the one in Oakland but cheaper! I must admit, the service is much better in California!
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Alessandra G.

Yelp
I have never really been into fried chicken. My mom was a health nut so she was pretty much against fried food. My husband let our daughter have friends over once while I was at work and when I got home he went out and picked up a large amount of Gus's chicken. I tried it and OMG it was soooooooo GOOD! Like so good that now sometimes I get a hard core craving for it!!! It has really good flavor, it's just spicy enough but not so overwhelming that my kids won't eat it. I high recommend this place if you are craving fried chicken!!!!
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Constance L.

Yelp
Solid hot chicken and delicious sides. Detailed breakdown below: **Service, 4/5** Very friendly service but be prepared to wait since everything is fried to order. **Price & portion, 4.5/5** Hearty portion sizes for the sides and chicken, but smaller portion than expected for the fried tomatoes. For $7, the portion feels like ~almost~ 1 large tomato (~4 or 5 slices), and I was expecting almost double the amount. **Presentation of the food, 4/5** Even if you intend to eat in, everything is packaged to go, and all the cutlery is plastic, which feels unnecessarily wasteful. **Taste of the food, 4/5** - Fried green tomatoes, 5/5: Delicious and definitely my favorite item at the restaurant. The breading is super crispy and had great flavor. An awesome side or appetizer for anything you order. - Coleslaw, 5/5: Refreshing with just a hint of sweetness -- the perfect compliment for the hot chicken. - Potato salad, 3/5: Creamy and smooth with well-cooked pieces of potato and boiled egg, but missing seasoning or a kick of something fresh. - Fried chicken thigh and wing, 4/5: The batter is inconsistently spicy, so the wing I got was so spicy to the point I struggled to eat it whereas the thigh was more bearable. I'm also personally not a fan of the thin batter coating and prefer a crust with lots of crunch. This style of fried chicken might just not be for me, but the chicken meat itself was juicy and flavorful which I could appreciate. **Other notes** Bring coins for the parking meetings/street parking, because there's a good chance the parking meeting doesn't work or rejects your card.
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Chris B.

Yelp
Some the best fried chicken around, and I do not say the lightly. Be prepared to wait if you haven't ordered ahead, but the wait will be worth it, I promise. There isn't much seating inside either, so takeout may be the move, but may compromise the crispness if you have to travel far to eat. Would be 5 stars if they were speedier and could accommodate more tables.
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Susan B.

Yelp
Clean, friendly and solid. I got the two pieces of dark meat, and it was really good- crispy coating and moist meat. My sides were beans and slaw. I liked the slaw, just a touch of sugar, not overdone.
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Alan G.

Yelp
Made to order fried chicken was on point and delivered on texture and taste, which was worth the additional wait time. Also appreciated the sides we tried (potato salad, collard greens and cole slaw), The potato salad was creamy with tender chunks of potato. The collard greens were tender and had the right level of saltiness, and the cole slaw reminded me about the KFC style with a good flavor but a little watery for our taste. Overall, it was a great lunch from Gus' and also to be able to support a local Oakland business -- we will definitely be back!
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Jeff W.

Yelp
What are the odds that yet another time I come here, I get shorted a piece of chicken? Great tasting food still but someone needs to check before the lid is closed! And it was a cold walk here today!

Adkins T.

Yelp
This is the best fried chicken period! Way better than all of the fried chicken places around. The customer service was friendly. They let me sample the mac n cheese! I got a bulk order to go for a group of 12 people. That was a 20 minute drive away, and the chicken was still hot. The fried chicken is smacking!!!
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Jeff B.

Yelp
If you haven't eaten this chicken you haven't had chicken. This is literally the best chicken I ever ate. It is unbelievable. Big shout out to the service. Sam was friendly and handles this place like a pro. You can tell she loves her Job. My new favorite spot. Very clean and spacious.
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Jin K.

Yelp
Come here for the chicken. Don't come here for the sides. Chicken is the reason this has a 4 star rating. Chicken is well seasoned with a slight kick (my spice tolerance is high though so if yours is low, it might be spicy for you) When we had ordered, the chicken was fresh out the grease so it was piping hot yummy! Crispy crunchy coating and the chicken was juicy. Now, sides: I had gotten the 3 piece (2 thighs and 1 drum) with greens and Mac & cheese to replace the baked beans and slaw. 50 cents per substitute. And honestly, regret the Mac n cheese.... That was straight up milk and cheese no seasoning (they threw some paprika on top that's about it) it's like one level away from being Kraft box Mac n cheese. The greens are mediocre. It's coo but it was so chopped up little pieces and you couldn't see any pieces of meat in it. Most places I have greens they either have ham hock pieces or smoked Turkey neck even bacon pieces. Greens could've been a bit chunkier in my opinion. Taste wise it's not bad but not mind-blowing. For about $24, I would've expected the sides to be better. My partner had gotten the Mac&cheese with potato salad. Said the potato salad was A'ight especially for the price they paid. They had went to grab the food and service was not bad. Ambiance is like very quirky like a picnic . We enjoyed the chicken though so we will be back for that!
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Melissa W.

Yelp
This place definitely has some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. I like the flavor, the juiciness, everything! I also like that you can request dark meat vs white meat for the combo chicken platters. Shared a platter of thighs and legs with friends. It was all tasty! Tried their collard greens, Mac and cheese, and baked beans also. It was all good! Still want to try other side dishes in the future. I wish there was a location in SF because I hate crossing the bay bridge. But it's definitely worth a visit, especially if you're in the east bay. Can't speak to the service or ambiance too much because I've only been twice and gotten takeout both times. The service for taking my order over the phone was fine. My friend went inside to pick up the food, but I think it was all good. Just had to wait a few minutes.
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Corina R.

Yelp
First time here in the downtown heart of Oakland! Tons of people were in ad it picking up orders. I got the 2 piece dark meat with fries and Mac and cheese! It was the perfect amount. Cashier was super friendly. They have a place inside to dine also. I def recommend :)

Young B.

Yelp
The food is over priced and not good would not recommend or ever come back I had the fried chicken sandwich portions was small and rubbery if I could give 0 stars I would
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Lawrence H.

Yelp
Holy moly you really have NOT had fried chicken like this before!! If you thought Jollibee was crack then think again!! How on earth do they even make the skin so thin and crispy without the greasiness or fat?? How were they able to harness the power of creating such magnitudes of FLAVOR?? Hold up I gotta consult Father Demetrius kuz I'm sensing some SORCERY going on here!!! I am legitimately terrified (but in the best way possible) by how that meat so tender and juicy. And with the PERFECT amount of spiciness - just a little tickle to the nuts, but not enough of a kick to make you cry. Twas a bit on the saltier side yes quite indeed, but it's really just flavor taking the wheel. So get those condiments outta here and show some respect!! I was so busy creaming over the chicken that I totally forgot about the SIDES!!! What the heck even were those beans, so heavenly sweet and savory I just wanted to rub them all over my face!!! The potato salad was straight *uuunnnggghh*, as was that macky cheese. The flavors of the sides were all so unique yet so complimentary, and rotating between them got my taste buds tied up, thrown into the back of a white van, and abducted on a hardcore yet consensual journey of screaming PLEASURE!!! The service was fantastic but my oh my was I completely mind blown by just how insanely clean this place is. Even the toilet was absolutely spotless and, honestly, looked cleaner than the plates do at most restaurants. Not even a single speck of anything anywhere - that toilet bowl was shining so darn bright that I had to put on my sunglasses!!! Overall I am blown away by the incredible discipline and dedication that these people have for their food, service, and facility!!
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Busy Bec b.

Yelp
Great spot chicken is crispy. Sides are good. Tried the dessert. It was OK but it's really about the chicken.
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Alex F.

Yelp
If Los Pollos Hermanos from Breaking Bad were real, this is probably what Gustavo's fried chicken would taste like. This finger lickin goodness has me hooked like a drug addict. Best fried chicken in the bay! #changemymind
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Tony U.

Yelp
I'm gonna walk back my previous review because I decided to give this establishment a second chance. I also brought a friend who is from Memphis and we stopped by for lunch. Dinner or lunch, the menu and prices are the same (see my photos). As I previously stated, the staff here are the sweetest. Today we sat down at the counter and was soooo tempted buy a beer but I was on a work lunch break so thought the better of that. This time I had the three piece white meat plate with cole slaw and collard greens. This was a 5 out of 5 experience this time around. Like last time, I had no issues with the chicken meat. Juicy as ever but the skin was MUCH better this time around and the chicken was so fresh that the crispy skin actually puffed off the skin and had that loving fried chicken crunch that makes you wanna cry in joy for being alive. What I also love is that the chicken they serve is really hot temperature wise. If you're starving be careful cause you will burn the skin off the roof of your mouth if you aren't careful but that is how I like my chicken. The sides were perfect. The coleslaw was just slightly sweet as were the greens. Sometimes, they can be cooked too sweetly and to me that messes up the vibe. Did not have that problem here. If you can, I highly recommend you eat inside as there is that feeling that you're in a whole different world outside of Oakland. Cannot wait to come here again. As my photos show, I was the happiest of campers today.
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Lionel C.

Yelp
This is the first time I've had "Nashville" fried chicken. But according to the website, it might be more accurate to tag it "Tennessee" fried chicken since it originated in Mason and Memphis, Tennessee. I ordered a thigh, leg, breast and wing, and ate the thigh and wing on location to be able to taste it while it was actually hot and fresh. Took the leg and breast home. What an amazing crunch to that light, crispy skin! The batter was not an over-whelming, flour-infusion as is typical of most franchise fried-chicken, but rather a perfect thin layer of crust crunch. The chicken meat was also wonderfully marinated and perfectly-spiced. But, I must say, at least for the order that I had, it was over-done and a bit dry. But to their credit, none of the chicken was banished to languish under the light of a heat lamp. The order was fried right away on order. Overall, the freshly-fried crispness was unmistakable and put all other chain-fried chickens to shame.
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Alexis M.

Yelp
The chicken here is bomb asf ! The server was super nice to me, loved the atmosphere and the ambiance of the place even though it's small. I didn't care too much for the sides but I would definitely go back for the chicken.

Mahiya E.

Yelp
The food was fried to order and came out hot and crispy. I got a 2 piece white meat and the chicken was very juicy. Wasn't a fan of the sides at all. The Mac n cheese looked really promising but ended up being watery. The chicken batter had a little kick to it but it was too salty for my liking. This location is back open for indoor seating which is nice. And the lady who took our order was very nice sweet. I personally probably won't come back but I can definitely see how this could be someone else's favorite chicken spot.
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Selina W.

Yelp
Gus did reach out and apologize for the situation and I really appreciate that. They acknowledged the mistake and offered an order free of charge if we so choose to come back. I definitely have to give credit where credit is due.
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Rachelle H.

Yelp
Skip the sides! All you need is the dark pieces and chocolate chess pie This Gus' is smaller and low key than the TN and TX locations I've been to but the food is just as good.
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Michelle G.

Yelp
Ambiance: The interior was definitely no frills and there was only 4 tables for customers to use while dining (we learned this the hard way but, as a warning, this restaurant is not large-party friendly). Service: This is a "walk to the counter and order" kind of place. In my opinion it was a little pricey and the service was standard- nothing to rave about, but the gentleman who took our order was kind enough. Food: The food was great. We ordered pretty much one of everything: bone in chicken, strips, fried green tomatoes, Mac 'n cheese, Cole slaw and friend pickles. The only negative was how long the food took from ordering to eating but because everything was super crispy and delicious, it's only a minor inconvenience. If you like fried chicken and southern comfort food, this is the place. We'll definitely be back.
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Chris N Kalista M.

Yelp
If you've craving fried chicken this will hit the spot. It was a tad salty for us but the crunch was amazing. Also love that you can choose white/dark meat. The sides were a let down - slaw was too sweet, Mac & cheese was Kraft box sprinkled with paprika. The guy behind the counter was really friendly though.
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David A.

Yelp
The gentleman at the counter was very nice. Good was what I expected would definitely go back.
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Geanr L.

Yelp
Love these chicken pieces, to pieces. Can't go wrong here. If I lived closer I'd be here on a regular basis
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Sarah S.

Yelp
First time. We enjoyed the sides much more than the actual chicken. The greens and baked beans were better than most BBQ restaurants in the area. The chicken was ok. Parking was also sketchy!