When the lunchtime hunger hits, we turn to an NYC classic time and time again: the chicken Caesar salad wrap. Crunchy, creamy, filling and fresh, nothing hits the spot better. We've rounded up the best chicken Caesar salad wraps in NYC for all your lunchtime needs.
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Adding Milano Market to a list of best chicken caesar salad wraps is the equivalent of putting Levain on a roundup of best chocolate chip cookies—basic, but absolutely necessary. This family-owned Italian sandwich shop is everywhere these days, on Instagram, TikTok, and even Be Real. Because if you’re not showing yourself stuffing your face with Milano Market’s chicken caesar wrap, what are you doing?! Made with juicy grilled chicken, crisp croutons, lettuce, romano cheese, and creamy caesar dressing, this wrap is hands down the best in the city.
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You’re hungover on a Sunday morning. All you’re craving is a fat, juicy wrap. Naturally, you head on over to Lenwich. Another social media favorite, the chicken caesar wrap from Lenwich is nothing short of elite. The perfect balance of creamy and salty, indulgent but not too overpowering, this dish belongs in the chicken caesar wrap hall of fame. The wrap itself is delicious too, providing you with your necessary post-drinking carb.
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35 E 28th St, Manhattan
If you’re on chicken caesar tok, you’re definitely familiar with Bono’s Cafe. Many foodies claim that it rivals Milano Market and Lenwich, the meccas of all things chicken caesar. And after taste testing it ourselves, we would absolutely have to agree. Just like its no-frills surroundings, the wraps from here are straight and to the point. Bono’s pays homage to the classic dish, mastering the art of “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it.”
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94 Loisaida Ave, Manhattan/Website
A fried chicken caesar wrap? Please, say less. While we love Bono’s for their less is more mentality, we stan Bob White Counter for their ability to innovate. It may not sound like a fried chicken caesar is so revolutionary, but once you’ve had a bite of this culinary masterpiece, you’ll definitely be on our wavelength. The chicken is cooked to absolute perfection, adding an extra layer of crunch we didn’t know we needed.
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Not to be (pecorino) cheesy, but the chicken caesar wraps from Heavenly Market are truly heavenly. The sauce to chicken to cheese ratio is pretty fire, creating a well-balanced meal (lol) sure to satisfy your cravings. This local deli is not nearly as stingy as the New Yorkers eating it- the wrap is stuffed to the brim, and we are here for it. Thanks to our friend, Spicyxmarg, we now know to dip the wrap in a side of honey mustard. Yum.
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You’re going to roll your eyes when we say this Italian joint is in Park Slope, but trust us on this one, it’s totally worth the schlep. Besides, it’s 2022 people. Get with the program. This family-friendly eatery serves one of our favorite chicken caesar wraps on the island, and the why is all in the sauce. Instead of traditional caesar dressing, La Villa Pizzeria uses a dijon caesar dressing (pictured in the next slide), adding that extra layer of zest to each and every bite. A+ work!
432 2nd Ave, Manhattan
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A hidden gem on this list, the chicken caesar wrap from Empire Gourmet is honestly excellent. Call us crazy, but sometimes your local bodega has the best food. Rest assured, this lowkey grocer is no exception. The zesty caesar dressing is laid on pretty thicc with two c’s, the definition of the word moist. *Internally screams* Yes, we know moist is a cringey word. Don’t come at us. After all, there’s absolutely nothing worse than a dry wrap. Yuck.
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126 1st Ave, Manhattan/Website
Another best-kept secret, this unpretentious Irish pub has one of the best chicken caesar wraps in town. We know you’re hardcore judging us right now, but have we ever let you astray? The Grafton serves a regular and a spicy chicken caesar wrap, and we’re here for anything hot. Both are delicious, but how could we pass up on a spicy chicken caesar? It’s like a hot chicken sandwich, but different. Not to mention, the side of parmesan fries is a beautiful touch.
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You’re dying for a bagel, but decide to go the “healthier” route and get a salad. A chicken caesar salad wrap, that is. Totally not caloric! *Says sarcastically.* What makes Zuckers’ caesar wrap so amazing is their secret ingredient: they use bagel chips instead of croutons. Yes, you heard us correctly, bagel chips in a wrap. The chips are crisp and crunchy, taking the classic dish to a whole new level.
From TikTok favorites to hidden gems, we’ve got all your chicken caesar wrap needs covered.
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