On Main Street in Mesa sits a fried chicken joint that has people driving from Tucson, Flagstaff, and every corner of Arizona just to get a taste. Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken is not your average fast-food stop, it is a Memphis-born legend that landed in the Phoenix area and immediately became a must-visit destination. Fried okra and fried pickles round out the Southern lineup, both using that same signature breading that makes the chicken so addictive. Fried Green Tomatoes Worth The Trip AloneBefore your chicken even arrives, order the fried green tomatoes and prepare to have your mind blown. The whole experience feels less like a transaction and more like visiting a friend who happens to make killer fried chicken.