Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken TN Menu
Welcome to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken TN, where Southern comfort food reaches new heights! Located in the heart of Memphis, this chicken shop serves up mouthwatering dishes that are truly world-famous. The menu features crispy, juicy fried chicken that promises a delightful crunch with every bite, coupled with traditional sides like fried okra and creamy potato salad, perfect for any occasion.
- Starters: Don't miss the fried pickles, a crowd favorite for their batter-fried perfection.
- Atmosphere: The casual diner vibe, complete with checkered tablecloths and a classic jukebox, adds to the appeal.
- Service: Friendly staff and quick service ensure a satisfying experience, making it great for families and groups alike.
Whether you're dining in, grabbing takeout, or enjoying the patio seating, Gus's guarantees delicious Southern flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
Snacks
2 Piece White Snack
Our twopiece white snack includes breast and wing, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection in peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread
12 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our 12piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust, and fried in peanut oil.
2 Piece Dark Snack
Our twopiece dark snack includes a thigh and leg, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection in peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
16 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 16piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust, and fried in peanut oil.
20 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 20piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust, and fried in peanut oil.
8 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our 8piece snack is perfect for satisfying your hunger! Made with a mix of our tender white dark meat, coated in a crispy, golden crust, and fried in peanut oil
Chicken Sandwich
The juicy chicken thigh is complemented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles and creamy mayo Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat. Sand. Only
Chicken Sandwich Combo
The juicy chicken thigh is complimented by a delightful combination of tangy pickles, and creamy mayo. Prepared with love and attention to detail, this chicken sandwich is a tantalizing treat.
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Sides
Fried Okra
Our fried okra is a crispy and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements our juicy fried chicken. Our okra is lightly battered and fried to crisp perfection, resulting in a dish thats both crunchy and tender.
Potato Salad
We start by cutting fresh potatoes every day. This mayonnaisebased potato salad is a true Southern staple not to be missed. Our potato salad is a great side dish for any meal, but its particularly delicious when paired with our fried chicken.
Slaw
We start with fresh cabbage and carrots that we cut inhouse every day. Lightly coated with a sweet mayonnaise sauce, our cool, crisp slaw offers the perfect contrast and complements our fried chicken.
Baked Beans
Our baked beans are a beloved side dish that perfectly complements our fried chicken. Slowly cooked to perfection using a traditional recipe thats been passed down through generations of Southern cooks. CONTAINS PORK
Seasoned Fries
Our seasoned fries are a great side dish for any meal. Cooked when ordered to ensure fresh and hot, these fries are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Collard Greens
Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
Fried Rice
Mac Cheese
Our awardwinning mac and cheese is a must try for any fan of comfort food. Traditional macaroni baked in a thick, creamy cheese guarantees to coat every noodle. Just for fun, we top it with a little extra melted cheese.
Pecan Pie Whole
Our house made pecan pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with caramelized pecans that results in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
Coconut Chess Pie Whole
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. Its the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth.
Chocolate Chess Pie Slice
Our house made chocolate chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
Chess Pie Whole
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Vanilla Ice Cream
Try our ice cream
Chess Pie Slice
Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness.
IBC Root Beer Float
Made with IBC root beer, this American classic from your childhood is sure to hit the spot! The combination of sweet and spicy root beer with the smooth creamy vanilla icecream is a match made in heaven.
Sweet Potato Pie Slice
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, resulting in a slightly sweet and spicy flavor thats perfect for any occasion.
Chocolate Chess Pie Whole
Our house made chocolate chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich chocolate custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Sweet Potato Pie Whole
Our house made sweet potato pie is made with a buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded a smooth mixture of sweet potato and spices, for a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that perfect for any occasion.
Coconut Chess Pie Slice
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Its the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for the highest yum factor.
Pecan Pie Slice
Our house made pecan pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust and filling loaded with caramelized pecans that results in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
Dessert
Plates
3 Piece Tender Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our threepiece tender plate features three juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece White Plate
Our 2 Piece White Plate features a handbattered, made to order breast and wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Dark Plate
Our 3 Piece Dark Plate features handbattered, made to order thighs 2 and a leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece White Plate
Our 3 Piece White Plate features handbattered, made to order breasts 2 and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
Half Chicken Plate
When you just cant decide on your favorite piece of chicken, order them all. Our Half Chicken Plate includes a breast, wing, thigh, and leg all handbattered and made to order. Served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
4 Piece Tender Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our 4 Piece Tender Plate features four juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our 3 Piece Wing Plate features three handbattered, made to order chicken wings, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece Dark Plate
Our 2 Piece Dark Plate features a handbattered, made to order thigh and leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
Fried Pickles
Our fried pickle spears are coated in a crispy batter and fried to perfection. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing, Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a snack, this combination is a crowd pleaser that will leave you wanting more!
Fried Okra
Bite sized pieces of okra, coated in a cornmeal breading and fried until golden brown and crispy. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing. A true southern staple.
Fried Green Tomatoes
Thick slices of green tomato, fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender on the inside. Served with a side of creamy ranch dressing to perfectly complement the tart flavor of the tomatoes.
Starters
A La Carte
Jalapeno
Try our jalapeno
Thigh
We dredge the chicken on our supersecret signature batter and fry it to crispy perfection in hot peanut oil. The result is a mouthwatering thigh that is crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside.
Honey
Add some sweet honey to your chicken
Tender
Our fried chicken tender is a delicious option for those who prefer a little less spice. Our tenders are juicy, crispy, and cooked to perfection.
Honey Mustard
Try our honey mustard.
Leg
We start with the freshest, handtrimmed, and battered bird. The result is mouthwatering chicken legs that are crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside. Easy to eat on the go!
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat.
Hot Sauce
Bread
Extra slice of white bread
Breast
We start with the freshest, handtrimmed, and battered bird. Our chicken is in a batter verses a breading which seals in the juices and seasonings. The result is mouthwatering chicken breasts that are crispy, juicy, and flavorful.
Ranch
Try our ranch.
Ketchup
Pickle Slices
2 oz cup of our tangy and delicious pickle slices
Sprite
Lemon lime soda
Bottled Water
Dr. Pepper
Orange Fanta
IBC Root Beer
Iced Unsweet Tea
Try our unsweet tea
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Iced Arnold Palmer
Both your favorites in one drink! Lemonade and fresh brewed iced tea.
Lemonade
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Iced Sweet Tea
Try our sweet tea
