Uncle Lou's
Fried Chicken Joint$$$$
Memphis
"Every thing is amazing but be sure to try the corrupted carrots"(3 Tips)
"Uncle Lou's is the best fried chicken in Memphis"(2 Tips)
"Definitely get the chicken with the amazing sweet spicy love sauce."(2 Tips)
"Perfect meal with terrific honey biscuits"(2 Tips)
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Denise TwisdaleMarch 30, 2015The fried chicken with the Sweet Spicy Love sauce was the best! The corruption carrots were delicious. Will go out of my way when in Memphis to go to Uncle Lou's.- LaTina GApril 27, 2019I love it bc everything is made from scratch. The chicken, biscuits & strawberry shortcake is amazing! I hav 2 always eat there & then take food to go! This is a hidden gem n Memphis, Tennessee!
James MillerDecember 15, 2014Gotta have the fried bologna or the home style chicken. Make sure to get a side of the fried pickles!
Adam HillNovember 2, 2012Much different than Gus's fried chicken definitely as good, maybe better. Great place! Go for the sweet spicy goodness!
James CAugust 3, 2017Amazing fried chicken. Get there early gets crowded. Anything on the menu is good and take some sauce or rub to go. It's that good.- Tina AlexanderJuly 11, 2020Seriously the best fried chicken I’ve eaten! Perfect meal with terrific honey biscuits, corn nuggets, and strawberries banana pudding!
The Commercial AppealJanuary 28, 2011If you're going for lunch, get there early, because this place gets PACKED. After you try the chicken — with a little Corruption — you'll see why Uncle Lou's has been featured on The Food Network. Read more
David RamseyJuly 15, 2017Carrots. Pickles. Get yo ass CORRUPTED! Chicken is Willie May's NOLA level incredible! Everything affordable
Angel RockettMay 11, 2015The chicken wet is great the biscuits were amazing....everything is awesome please try if got to.😜😜😜
Nate GrahamOctober 14, 2018😍😍😍 Spicy sauced chicken is perfect. Honey biscuits must be made with magic. 😍😍😍- Holland H.October 22, 2011Definitely get the chicken with the amazing sweet spicy love sauce. You won't regret it. Fried okra and Cool-Aid for the trifecta of deliciousness!
Zach HedrickAugust 23, 2014Don't miss this place! Guarantee you'll find nothing like the "Sweet & Spicy Love" anywhere in the USA!
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014Uncle Lou's has become a Memphis icon for its honey-dipped homestyle chicken infused with Cajun-Creole butter. Read more
Uncle Lou's was featured on Food Network as a must-eat place in Memphis, so it's always packed. Call ahead with your order & get a bottle of sauce to take home.- DorouliniOctober 21, 2016What to say about that place! It seems so old but the food is great! Everything fried! Chicken heaven.
Nash PleasantSeptember 9, 2018Great fried chicken in its own right with a saucy twist, but still prefer Gus’s
Jay MinkinJanuary 18, 2020Hot chicken, carrots, pickles, & biscuits ... better come with an appetite!
Ken RogersAugust 5, 2010If you're a fan of Gus's Fried Chicken, you'll love Uncle Lou's. The fried chicken is as good as Gus's, without the wait. I've also heard that the burgers are great. Read more
The sweet & spicy chicken Kings of Memphis! I love this place! It beats Gus's Fried Chicken #HandsDown :)
Everyone knows about the chicken and the burgers, but you owe it to yourself to get the banana pudding. Make sure you have slow afternoon at work, because you won't be able to do anything else.
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out Uncle Lou's as seen on Best Thing I Ever Ate , Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Read more
Lora WaloskiAugust 8, 2012Truckers! Bobtail friendly if you park next to the car wash but try to come off peak times to ensure there is parking- Holiday JohnsonOctober 16, 2014Fried pickles are delish! Got them by accident but best choice over tomatoes.
@iRepp SouthJuly 2, 2010I know uncle lou personal and his turkey legs at liberty bowl are sooo good!
Jacob PigottDecember 5, 2010Don't be afraid to put a little corruption or sauce run-off into your dipping sauces... Especially for the pickles.
For all the non-meateaters: the grilled cheese is amazing!!
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Local Restaurant, featured TWICE on Food Network, on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" and "The Best Thing I Ever Ate"
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–6:00 PM
(901) 332-2367
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No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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