Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken LA Menu
Welcome to Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken LA, a cherished spot for comfort food lovers, nestled in the heart of New Orleans. Known for its crispy, succulent chicken, this southern gem offers an array of hearty dishes that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
- Signature Chicken: Each bite of their fried chicken, whether white or dark, is perfectly seasoned and fried in peanut oil, delivering unmatched flavor and crunch.
- Side Highlights: Don’t miss the mac and cheese, acclaimed as the cheesiest and creamiest around, and seasoned fries that provide the perfect crunch.
- Decadent Desserts: End your meal with a slice of their house-made chess pie or the warm sweet potato pie, both delightful choices that resonate with southern tradition.
The casual atmosphere is paired with friendly service, making it an ideal spot for families and groups. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, Gus’s is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic New Orleans fried chicken!
LTO Specials
Chicken Sandwich
The juicy chicken thigh is compleminted 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)
Fried Pickle Spears
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 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
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.
Starters
Plates
2 Piece White Plate
Our two-piece white meal 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 white bread.
3 Piece White Plate
Our three-piece white meal features a hand-battered, made to order breasts and a wing, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
2 Piece Dark Plate
Our two-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thigh and leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Dark Plate
Our three-piece dark meal features a hand-battered, made to order thighs and a leg cooked to perfection and served with our savory baked beans, creamy coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our three-piece wing plate features three hand-battered, made to order chicken wings, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
3 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our three-piece tender plate features three juicy chicken tenders, cooked to perfection in peanut oil and served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
4 Tenders Plate
For those looking for a lower level of spice, our four-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.
1/2 Chicken Plate
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 white bread.
2 Piece White Snack
Our two-piece white snack includes breast and wing, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection In peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
2 Piece Dark Snack
Our two-piece dark snack includes a thigh and leg, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection in peanut oil. Served with 2 pieces of white bread.
8 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our 8-piece 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.
12 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 12-piece 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.
16 Piece Snack
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 16-piece 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 20-piece 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.
Snacks
A La Carte
Breast
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, 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
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat. Make it a wing Wednesday, and order as many as your belly can handle!
Tender
Our fried chicken tender is a delicious option for those who prefer a little less spice milder flavor. Our tenders are juicy, crispy, and cooked to perfection.
Thigh
We dredge the chicken on our super-secret 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.
Leg
We start with the freshest, hand-trimmed, 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!
Honey Mustard
Try our honey mustard
Ranch
Try our ranch
Honey
Add some sweet honey to your chicken
Jalapeno
Try our jalapeno
Pickle Slices
Try our Pickles (Chips)
Bread
Slice of classic white bread, for soaking up all the delicious juices !
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
Chocolate Chess *Slice
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist 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.
Coconut Pie *Slice
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Pecan Pie *Slice
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
Sweet Potato Pie *Slice
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. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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. Should be topped with rich vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness
Chocolate Chess *Whole
Our house made chocolate chess pie consist 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.
Coconut Pie *Whole
Our house made coconut pie is a delicious dessert consisting of a flaky pie crust filled with a coconut infused custard. It~s the perfect treat for coconut lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. Top with some vanilla ice cream for highest yum factor!
Pecan Pie *Whole
Our house made pecan pie is both sweet and nutty. With its buttery, flaky crust and filling that loaded with caramelized pecans result in a gooey decadent filling leaving you wanting more.
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. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Vanilla Ice Cream
1 Scoop of classic vanilla ice cream. Declicious on its own or perfection topping one of our slices of home-made pie !
Desserts
Drinks
Bottled Water
Try our bottled water
Coke
Try our coke
Diet Coke
Try our diet coke
Dr Pepper
Try our dr pepper
IBC Root Beer
Try our ibc root beer
Lemonade
Try our lemonade
Orange Fanta
Try our orange fanta
Sprite
Lemon lime soda
Sweet Tea
Try our sweet tea
Unsweet Tea
Try our unsweet tea
Arnold Palmer
Try our Arnold Palmer
