Claiming world fame is a bold move, especially when what you are claiming is that your fried chicken is world-famous. However, Gus isn’t lying when he says his is some of the world’s best fried chicken. Whether you believe us or not, you won’t regret heading down to Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken in Detroit to give it a try.

Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken can be found at 4101 Third Street in an unassuming brick building that is perfectly suited to serve the world’s best fried chicken.

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Gus’s serves fresh, never frozen, hormone-free chicken that is fried in peanut oil, but that’s the most you’ll get about the recipe.

Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken/Google Local When pressed, Gus once said “This is a dead man’s recipe and I ain’t telling.”

Besides their world-famous fried chicken, Gus’s also serves incredible sides such as fried okra, mac & cheese, and baked beans.

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Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken opened over 60 years ago in Tennessee before spreading across the country.

Mark Haburg/Google Local A GQ magazine article named Gus’s fried chicken one of the top ten meals in the United States, and things were never the same.

Whether you enjoy your fried chicken while sitting at the bar or at a table, you are sure to enjoy everything being served up at Gus’s.

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Of course, you can’t forget dessert.

Jeremy Davis/Google Local With pecan, sweet potato, coconut, and chess pie, you won’t be able to decide whether you want a slice or a whole pie! Gus also makes a mean root beer float.

Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken is famous for a reason: it’s one of the best. Not only will a visit to Gus’s have you talking about the chicken for days to come, but you won’t be able to forget the sides either! To learn more about Gus’s Fried Chicken, visit their official website, or just stop by for a delicious plate!

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When pressed, Gus once said “This is a dead man’s recipe and I ain’t telling.”

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Mark Haburg/Google Local

A GQ magazine article named Gus’s fried chicken one of the top ten meals in the United States, and things were never the same.

Jeremy Davis/Google Local

With pecan, sweet potato, coconut, and chess pie, you won’t be able to decide whether you want a slice or a whole pie! Gus also makes a mean root beer float.

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Address: 4103 3rd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201, USA