I love this place. It has great food and service, and it has a really cool atmosphere, too. The fried chicken is great, and the sides are all really good. I would go back.
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Regarding fried chicken, no state has captured the national imagination like Tennessee. Orange County residents are crazy for Nashville hot (as evidenced by the long lines at Howlin’ Ray’s and Popeyes), and now Memphis-style chicken has come to Santa Ana. It’s Gus’s, a chain with branches in four Southern California cities, including the new Santa Ana one that opened this summer in a converted warehouse built inside a former brewery.
Gus’s is a casual spot with paper plates and gingham tablecloths. Its interior echoes a Chicago warehouse building, with exposed brick walls and neon beer signs. The restaurant’s music is loud and evocative, a mix of B.B. King-era blues and 1970s R&B. The food is also straightforward, focusing on fried chicken and classic Southern sides.
The chicken here is pretty remarkable, even in chicken-obsessed Los Angeles: a burnished red gold with pieces bigger than the usual sort and a peppery heat that seems mild, almost nonexistent, until you’re down to your last piece. The sides are equally tasty, with mac and cheese so thick and rich it takes a fork to navigate the hefty portion, and collard greens whose astringent bitterness acts as a poultry palate cleanser. It’s all made from scratch in-house, down to the shredded cabbage for the coleslaw and the chopped potatoes for the savory potato salad. Unlike other fried chicken chains, the chicken here is always fresh and crispy-chewy, not the kind that softens in your pocket or clings to your fingers.
Two Hands Korean Corn Dogs
The sound of sizzling frying oil is the first thing you hear when you step inside Two Hands Seoul Fresh Corndogs. The new shop in Fallon Gateway has been open for a few months and is riding the wave of a growing food trend, Korean corn dogs. The savory snacks are wrapped in rice flour batter and fried, which gives them a unique texture that makes for a fun snack. Choose from a variety of fillings, like the classic dog with sausage or the potato dog with mozzarella. You can also add extras to your corndog, such as crunchy rice puffs or cheetos powder, for more flavor and texture.
Another popular addition to the menu is the Injeolmi Corn Dog ($4.49). This savory treat differs from the traditional American corndog in that it is rolled in roasted soybean powder rather than the standard bread crumbs. The result is a savory, sweet snack that pairs well with a drizzle of the store’s signature sauce.
Whether you’re craving Latin American cuisine at Los Dos Molinos or finger-licking barbecue at Bobby Q’s, Mesa has plenty of restaurants to suit your culinary taste. You can even try a taste of a different culture by visiting a local restaurant that serves authentic Venezuelan empanadas or a traditional Japanese ramen bowl. To make the experience even more authentic, you can order a meal from Uber Eats and have it delivered to your doorstep.
Que Chevere
Restaurant Que Chevere is a Latin American dining destination in the heart of Mesa. It offers a wide range of delicious food and friendly service at affordable prices. It is the perfect place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. Its menu includes a variety of traditional dishes, such as grilled chicken with saffron rice and beef empanadas. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of desserts.
The restaurant is located on Main Street, between the light rail stations at Center and Country Club, and it is a popular stop for locals looking for a bite to eat. The name is a Venezuelan expression that means “how awesome” or “how fantastic.”
If you are in the mood for something sweet, try their Cachapa, a thick griddled corn pancake packed with hauntingly nuanced sweetness. They also offer a variety of seafood options, including the fried fish dish Pescado Frito and Arroz Con Pollo, a succulent chicken stew with aromatic saffron rice.
For a hearty entree, try the Chuleta Can-Can, a grilled pork chop drizzled with tangy mojo sauce. The tender and juicy pork has a delightful charred flavor that complements the rich flavors of the mojo sauce. The dish is served with a side of stretchy tequenos, Venezuelan cheese sticks. The restaurant is open daily and also serves curbside pickup. The staff is always ready to serve you and make your dining experience at Que Chevere an unforgettable one.
Worth Takeaway
Worth’s sandwiches put sandwich ratios in perfect alignment, whether a pastrami croque madame for breakfast or a rotisserie chicken and sweet potato hash to start your day. There is also a small menu of salads, all made with ingredients from local sources like Steadfast Farms, as well as heartier bowls of soup and mac-and-cheese.
The spot is a quick-service cafe, with plenty of seating for a few people at the counter and a handful of seats in the sleek but tight dining room. The food is a little more upscale than your typical fast-casual eatery, but it’s not out of the ordinary for downtown Mesa.
Whether you’re a fan of artisanal bread from Proof Bread or a vegan dessert from Hive48 Natural Sweets & More, there are many great restaurants to choose from on Uber Eats in Mesa. You can explore options by browsing restaurant ratings and types of cuisine, such as Italian or Fast Food. You can even see the most popular dishes amongst Uber Eats users in Mesa.
You can order delicious root beer, draft beer, or wine to enjoy with your meal at Worth Takeaway. You can also try a nice honey latte, strawberry lemonade, or banana pudding for dessert. The service here is friendly and helpful. You can also place an online order ahead of time and get your food delivered to your home or office.
Mangos Mexican Cafe
A family atmosphere and familiar Mexican dishes are Mangos’ hallmarks in a cozy storefront with sidewalk seating. Located next to the Milano’s music store (home to countless student band members) on Main Street, Mangos is about a block west of the Center / Main light rail stop and only a short bike ride from both the Mesa Arts Center and the Arizona Museum of Natural History, which has added its own bit of public art in the form of a dinosaur bursting out of its facade.
Although Mangos’ menu is rooted in classic Arizona-Sonora border fare, there are plenty of twists and variations that keep things interesting. A tostada voladora, for example, takes the crisp tortilla topped with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and sour cream to another level by adding green chile to the mix. The restaurant also offers tortas, Mexico City-style sandwiches in ham, chicken or beef varieties.
The seafood section is one of the standouts at Mangos, with a selection of tacos, tostadas, enchiladas and burritos featuring lightly breaded white fish and shrimp that’s well-seasoned. The kitchen even dusts the grilled prawns in the chile relleno with a spice blend, which gives the crustaceans a distinctly flavorful zing.
Aside from the seafood, the rest of the menu reflects the typical Mangos fare of chicken and steak fajitas, carne asada plates, taco salads and tamales. The restaurant is family-friendly and provides accommodations for gluten-free diners. Those with a sweet tooth will find churros and flan on the dessert menu.
Cider Corps
The brothers behind Cider Corps started their veteran-owned craft cider company on Veterans Day 2017 in Mesa, aiming to honor the sacrifice of those who served. Josh and Jason Duren used cider-making as a therapeutic hobby after Jason sustained two traumatic brain injuries, and the company has since grown into Arizona’s largest cidery. They’re dedicated to addressing veteran issues and uniting communities through service, while encouraging veterans to find new purpose and success after military service.
Cider Corps is known for its range of craft ciders that infuse fruit, botanicals and spices with hard apple cider. Its lead cider maker uses specialized fermentation techniques to reduce tartness and create smooth, balanced flavors without added sugars or sulfates. The result is a variety of ciders that walk on the wild side, including Sangin Sangria (inspired by the popular sweet red wine drink and Jason’s Marine Corps experience) and Mango Foxtrot, which infuses both mango and rose hip.
In addition to offering 15 to 20 ciders on tap and in cans, Cider Corps also serves sharable meals in its Gilbert location. The menu has something for everyone, from pizza traditionalists to adventurous foodies. The seasonal Cherry Pizza, for example, puts a fresh twist on classic favorites with its mix of mozzarella and dry goat cheese, lemon-soaked cherries, aged Gouda and thyme.