Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

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1262 Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90019

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken traces its origins back over 60 years ago in Mason, Tennessee, where Napoleon "Na" Vanderbilt concocted a remarkable fried chicken recipe that brought people together across racial boundaries. Today, Gus's upholds this legacy by serving some of the finest fried chicken globally, all while safeguarding its secret recipe fiercely.

Patrons can expect a dining experience that goes beyond just great food at Gus's. The restaurant offers a blend of dine-in, carry-out, delivery, and catering services, ensuring that customers can enjoy their delectable chicken wherever they please. The ambiance at Gus's is complemented by blues music, adding to the overall enjoyment of savoring their famed fried chicken.

Quality is paramount at Gus's, evident in their commitment to using only fresh ingredients for every meal. From never frozen chicken to freshly cut potatoes and cabbage, each dish is meticulously prepared to ensure top-notch flavor and satisfaction. Gus's ultimate goal is to bring joy to customers through their food, promising to address any concerns promptly to ensure a happy dining experience.

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4.01,853 reviews
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Dee E.
11/9/2025

If I could give this a 10 star I would. This is the best fried chicken I've ever had in my life!!! And for a long time I gave up on even searching for it, too many places and all of them are the...

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Nathaniel J B.
11/26/2025

Absolutely a must whenever in town but the Miday Special four legs, beans and coleslaw combo are ridunkulous and a steal at onky $12 buckaroos!!! Highly recommended!!

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Kamron H.
11/18/2025

I'll preface 2 things: 1) I wish there was an option to give a 3.5 instead of 3 stars bc that's not fair to this spot 2) I prefer boneless not bone-in chicken so take that for what you...

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Hannah B.
8/17/2025

Wow, I get the hype . Simply amazing. Finger licking good .... Perfect spice, loved the beans & collared greens. We had tried gus's at the Burbank location the week before but came here to try the...

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Denise R.
6/13/2025

Gus' World Famous Fried Chicken | Los Angeles #dEATs 2 Piece Dark (Thigh & Leg) w/Baked Beans & Potato Salad 2 Piece White (Breast & Wing) w/Slaw & Mac&Cheese We love their fried chicken and...

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