4.8
800+ Ratings
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken (Oakland)
4.8 x (800+) • 8945.8 km • Comfort Food • American • Wings • € • Info
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Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken in Downtown Oakland is a comfort food spot celebrated for its authentic Southern dishes. Guests frequently enjoy the 3 Piece Dark Plate, Mac & Cheese, and the 8 Piece Special, w... More
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken in Downtown Oakland is a comfort food spot celebrated for its authentic Southern dishes. Guests frequently enjoy the 3 Piece Dark Plate, Mac & Cheese, and the 8 Piece Special, which are also often ordered together. The menu features a variety of chicken plates, including options like the Half Chicken Plate and 3 Piece White Plate, alongside Southern staples like seasoned fries, collard greens, and homemade pies such as Chocolate Chess Pie and Chess Pie. This establishment is particularly popular in the evenings, reflecting its cozy yet lively dining experience. Less
Rating and reviews
"Nostalgic southern comforts. Like eating at Mamaw's house during family get-togethers!"
• Mae L. • 06/10/23
"Everything was "DELICIOUS"! Will definitely order again when I visit Oakland!"
• josie A. • 10/31/21
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Sunday - Monday
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM • Menu
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM • Menu
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Wednesday - Saturday
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM • Menu
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM • Menu
Featured items
Starters
- Fried Green Tomatoes$9.95 • 89% (85)Thick slices of green tomato (5), 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.
- Fried Okra$9.95 • 89% (69)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 Pickles$9.95 • 96% (97)Our fried pickle spears (6) 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!
Plates
- 3 Piece Dark Plate$25.95 • 96% (248)Our 3 Piece Dark Plate features hand-battered, made to order thighs (2) and a leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
- 3 Piece White Plate$26.95 • 95% (89)Our 3 Piece White Plate features hand-battered, made to order breasts (2) and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
- Half Chicken Plate$29.95 • 96% (87)When you just can’t decide on your favorite piece of chicken, order them all. Our Half Chicken Plate includes a breast, wing, thigh, and leg all hand-battered and made to order. Served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
- 3 Piece Wing Plate$24.95 • 93% (48)Our 3 Piece Wing Plate features three hand-battered, made to order whole chicken wings, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
- 2 Piece Dark Plate$21.95 • 89% (75)Our 2 Piece Dark Plate features a hand-battered, made to order thigh and leg, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
- 2 Piece White Plate$22.95 • 95% (61)Our 2 Piece White Plate features a hand-battered, made to order breast and wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and traditional white bread.
Sides
- Mac & Cheese$7.45 • 90% (187)Our award-winning 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.
- Potato Salad$7.45 • 97% (35)We start by cutting fresh potatoes every day. This mayonnaise-based potato salad is a true Southern staple not to be missed. Our potato salad is a great side dish for any meal, but it’s particularly delicious when paired with our fried chicken.
- Baked Beans$7.45 • 93% (63)Our baked beans are a beloved side dish that perfectly complements our fried chicken. Slowly cooked to perfection using a traditional recipe that's been passed down through generations of Southern cooks.
Contains pork* - Collard Greens$7.45 • 82% (64)Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
Contains pork* - Seasoned Fries$7.45 • 87% (132)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.
- Cole Slaw$7.45 • 97% (41)We start with fresh cabbage and carrots that we cut in-house every day. Lightly coated with a sweet mayonnaise sauce, our cool, crisp slaw offers the perfect contrast and complements our fried chicken.
Specials
- 8 Piece Special$35.95 • 94% (216)Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 8 Piece Special 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 Special$69.95 • 96% (33)Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 20 Piece Special 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.
- Dozen Wings Special$43.95 • 95% (22)Just the chicken. Our Dozen Wings Special is perfect for satisfying your hunger! 12 whole wings, coated in a crispy, golden crust, and fried in peanut oil.
Homemade Pies
- Chess Pie$7.95 • 82% (41)Our house made chess pie consists of a buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich vanilla custard like mixture. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
- Pecan Pie$7.95 • 91% (12)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.
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- Rating and reviews
4.8
•800+ Ratings •
20 Reviews
Rhonda T.• 03/12/24Chicken the best I had on a long time 😉👍
Angel T.• 03/07/24So tasty. Arrived fresh and hot.
deloris S.• 02/19/24thank you
Dejah O.• 02/18/24delicious wings with just the right amount of spice. lemonade is the bomb.
Derwin L.• 11/06/23Gus's fried chicken one of the Best in the BAY AREA flavor and Taste THX
Jordan R.• 10/15/23It’s delicious
Derwin L.• 10/14/23Best of the Best
Derwin L.• 10/02/23Best of the Best
Derwin L.• 09/29/23Best Chicken and Flavor in the BAY AREA
Derwin L.• 09/18/23Best of the Best Gus world famous fried chicken THX
Derwin L.• 09/10/23best Chicken and flavor in the East Bay
Carolyn R.• 07/31/23Juicy moist fried chicken. With some spice
Angela T.• 06/19/23Great fried chicken
Mae L.• 06/10/23Nostalgic southern comforts. Like eating at Mamaw's house during family get-togethers!
Derwin L.• 05/02/23Best chicken and flavor
Derwin L.• 04/06/23Best Fried Chicken and Flavor THX
Paul M.• 05/10/22chicken awesome.
josie A.• 10/31/21Everything was "DELICIOUS"! Will definitely order again when I visit Oakland!
Doris H.• 07/20/21Quick delivery chicken very good
Lorena P.• 07/18/21bomb and crispy
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*Allergy Notice: Our chicken is spicy and it is fried in peanut oil.
