Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Have done the barbecue thing in prior trips to ATX. Those experiences were great. However, made a point to visit Gus’s this time around. Fantastic experience. Food, price, aesthetic, and service. Kamber was my server and did a supreme job of getting that great fried chicken to me in a land speed record and ensured the sweet tea stayed filled. Super engaged and did an awesome job. Could not have been a better experience. 5 stars.

Totally recommend a visit here. My only regret was not having room for more food. The delicious smell lured me in. I wanted to visit in New Orleans but didn't make it. So I saw this location, walked past it, saw some sites and meandered my way back to the smell. Ordered the 2 piece snack (white chicken) witj 2 beers, the root beer was delicous. The chicken skin was flavored beautifully and it wasn't breaded, just wonderfully crispy chicken skin. The inside was moist. Just heavenly! I'm impressed because sometimes chains can loose their pizzazz as they grow but Gus' has it down! Give them a try!

A small restaurant with a big claim however it’s far from the best in the world but I’d say it’s value for money. I ordered the specials of 2 breasts and 2 sides for about $11. Thought that the chicken could have been marinated more and it could be more juicy and flavorful. However great value for money for a restaurant bang in downtown Austin. The restaurant was busy and getting a table was a challenge during busy times. I’d probably come again to try other versions of the fried chicken.

I was in Austin for a conference and I was staying in a hotel right next to Gus's. This turned out to be the best decision ever. The atmosphere of this restaurant is great. It's warm and cozy, tables are a little tight, but it's also a great way to meet and talk to people around you. I ate here twice in 3 days. Now, I opened the menu and seen they had fried pickles . Great! I love fried pickles! These fried pickles spears changed my life. They are so delicious and amazing it should be a crime. I literally dream about them. The chicken....I got spicy, and it was nothing short of delectable. Hands down the best chicken I have ever ate in my life. It was so juicy, fresh, crunchy, and had just the right about of spice. Listen, just go. Get the food. You will not regret it.

The food was great! I had green fried tomatoes as an appetizer- which were decent; but the real star was the chicken plate. I had the 2 peoce white chicken and substituted the sides for fries and mac and cheese. The chicken was awesome, they were crispy with a hint of heat. The wait staff is also friendly, and my server (Kam, I believe) was a total sweetheart!

Went to Gus famous chicken 🐔 to try it due to its high rating of reviews. Upon arrival it was difficult to find parking. Only street parking is available. Inside of the restaurant is homey. Definitely a great family environment place. They offer different options that you may want your chicken. With sides like coleslaw, Mac n cheese 🧀 , fries 🍟, beans 🫘 etc. They also have 2 kinds of sauces in the table to add to your food at your convenience. We ordered the coconut 🥥 pie, that was delicious. If you are a pie lover definitely recommend

Soon as I walked in the door I knew I was where I wanted to be. Place was buzzin. full to the brim but we still got seated in 2 minutes. Checkered tablecloths like it's supposed to be. Cold beer and sweet tea came fast. There was 58 things on the menu that I wanted but we settled for fried okra, mac n cheese, fried green tomatoes, collard greens. And obviously the fried chicken. The chicken tasted like I always imagined good proper Southern fried chicken should. Flavour to write home about. 500 degrees and crispy, but juicy as hell inside. Each of the sides sent me to heaven in a different way but a special mention for the fried green tomatoes which I wonder how I've gone 33 years without having. Luckily my companion got full quick so I got to eat about 70% of the spread. A good day was had by all.

I am not a fried chicken connoisseur. However, this was fantastic tasting chicken. Per another review, I got the three-piece dark meat meal. Also got the chocolate chess pie which was recommended by our amazing server Natalia. Even though Google maps stated that it was "as busy as it gets", my son and I were able to walk in and grab a seat without a wait. Have to replaced our order. The food was out in less than 5 minutes. Definitely would recommend for anybody who loves fried chicken and great service.