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Southern Fried Chicken $$ Downtown in Lexington

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

4.6 from 1,150 Google reviews · as of October 2, 2026

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken is listed under Southern Fried Chicken in Downtown in Lexington, Kentucky, at 321 E Vine St. It has a 4.6-star Google rating from 1,150 reviews as of October 2, 2026. Price range: $$.

Visit website Directions (859) 523-8008

About Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Downtown Lexington outpost of Gus's serving hot, crispy, spicy Tennessee-style fried chicken with sweet beans and creamy slaw.

Gus's serves spicy and crispy bone-in fried chicken paired with classic Southern staples like mac and cheese, fried green tomatoes, and chess pie in a relaxed setting.

  • Spicy Fried Chicken
  • Southern Sides
  • Draft Beer
  • Downtown Dining

Local tip

Pair a 3-piece dark plate with seasoned greens and save room for warm pecan pie.

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Menu

Signature Bluegrass Entrees

Local favorites and chef-prepared Bluegrass cuisine

  • Kentucky Hot Brown

    $18.50

    Open-faced oven-roasted turkey and bacon sandwich topped with creamy Mornay cheese sauce, baked golden brown with tomato.

    Kentucky Proud · House Specialty

  • Bourbon Glazed Salmon

    $24.00

    Pan-roasted Atlantic salmon fillet basted with Kentucky bourbon honey glaze, over seasonal roasted vegetables.

    Gluten-Free · Pescatarian · Kentucky Proud

Starters & Small Plates

Shared appetizers and salads

  • Bluegrass Beer Cheese Dip

    $10.50

    Sharp cheddar infused with local craft ale and spices, served with warm Bavarian pretzel bites.

    Vegetarian · Kentucky Proud

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