Menu
Welcome to Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken, where flavor reigns supreme on every plate. Nestled in Santa Ana, CA, this diner excels in creating comfort food that resonates with heart and soul. The menu kicks off with enticing starters like Fried Pickles—crispy, golden spears paired with creamy ranch, a perfect snack for sharing. Dive into the signature 2 Piece Dark Plate, featuring handbattered, perfectly cooked chicken with savory baked beans and coleslaw; it’s a meal that brings warmth and familiarity. If you're hungry, the 20 Piece Special is a feast for gatherings, showcasing tender, crispy fried chicken that's hard to resist. With every dish prepared to order and fried in peanut oil, you’re guaranteed a delightful experience. Gus's promises not just a meal, but a flavorful adventure that enchantingly brings people together, one crispy bite at a time.
Starters
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 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. A true southern staple.
2 Piece Dark Plate
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 white bread.
3 Piece Dark Plate
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 white bread.
2 Piece White Plate
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 white bread.
3 Piece White Plate
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 white bread.
3 Piece Wing Plate
Our 3 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 Piece Tender 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 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.
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 hand-battered and made to order. Served with our savory baked beans, coleslaw, and white bread.
Plates
Specials
20 Piece Special
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.
8 Piece Special
Dozen Wings Special
10 Tenders Special
Just the chicken. Our fried chicken 10 Piece Tender 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.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
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.
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!
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.
Wing
Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and salty flavors, with a satisfying crunch that gives way to tender and succulent meat.
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.
Ranch
Honey Mustard
Jalapeno
Bread
A La Carte
Sides
Baked Beans
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 *
Slaw
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.
Potato Salad
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 its particularly delicious when paired with our fried chicken.
Collard Greens
Our collard greens are a delicious and savory side dish. Slowly cooked with bacon and a blend of spices.
Mac & Cheese
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.
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.
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 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.
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. It's 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dessert
Beverages
Iced Sweet Tea
Iced Unsweet Tea
Coke
Diet Coke
Dr. Pepper
Sprite
Orange Fanta
Iced Arnold Palmer
Both your favorites in one drink! Lemonade and fresh brewed iced tea.