Jenna Giustino 
A chicken Caesar salad wrap is a classic go-to, but everyone has an opinion on what makes one really good. Some prefer croutons tucked inside for an extra crunch, while others want nothing getting in the way of the chicken, romaine, parmesan, and dressing. Then there’s the dressing debate: homemade or classic, extra inside or served on the side for dipping. And, of course, choosing between grilled and crispy chicken can make all the difference. The Jersey Shore has plenty of takes on the classic, too, from traditional versions to wraps made with different greens and a little spice. JSG gets the appeal, so naturally, we went on the hunt for the ones worth ordering. Read on for our list of the best chicken Caesar wraps at the Jersey Shore.
A Thyme for All Seasons | 63 Main Street, Toms River
A Thyme for All Seasons is a family-owned cafe in Toms River. The wrap includes an even mix of grilled chicken and Caesar salad, with a fair amount of in-house dressing and croutons. For a side, customers can choose hand-cut fries, pesto pasta salad, coleslaw, or a side salad.
Aversa’s Italian Bakery | 9307 Ventnor Avenue, Margate City
Aversa’s is an Italian bakery in Margate City with an old-school vibe. Its chicken Caesar salad wrap is a large portion with a more chopped consistency. Plus, customers can also exchange for crispy chicken or turn the wrap into a hoagie.
Brennan’s | 38 West River Road, Rumson, 212 NJ-35, Red Bank + 70 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst
Brennan’s is a deli, bakery, and catering company with multiple locations at the Jersey Shore. The wrap is served cold, the salad is crisp, and the dressing is mixed throughout. Brennan’s wrap also includes croutons, and customers can add bacon bits.
Broadway Chicken | 1861 NJ-35 Wall, 700 Oceanport Avenue Unit 6, Oceanport, 2101 Devon Drive, Freehold, 1500 Route 35 Unit 15 Middletown
Broadway Chicken has a few different Jersey Shore locations. FYI: Its chicken Caesar wrap is sort of TikTok famous (simply search, and you’ll see plenty of posts). Broadway’s Nashville Chicken Caesar is customizable: customers can choose grilled or fried chicken and select the appropriate Nashville heat level. Customers can also sub out the croutons, shaved parmesan, etc., and add extra Caesar or add bacon to the wrap.
Buzz Bird | 519 NJ-70, Brick Township
Buzz Bird is a casual chicken restaurant in Brick. It has two Caesar salad wrap options. There’s the Asian Caesar wrap (crispy chicken, hot honey, croutons, parmesan, and signature Asian Caesar dressing) and the KFC Caesar, which has Buzz Bird Gochujang BBQ sauce, croutons, and signature Asian Caesar dressing.
Buoy’s | 539 East Main Street, Manasquan
Buoy’s is a casual restaurant in Manasquan known for its fried chicken. The wrap has crispy chicken, lettuce, Caesar dressing (of course), and Parmesan cheese. A standout, though, is the addition of crispy capers, which add a crunch customers love.
FINS | 120 Main Street. Bradley Beach, 2701 NJ-88, Point Pleasant + 2100 NJ-35, Sea Girt
FINS is a beach-themed Caribbean restaurant with multiple Jersey Shore-based locations. Locals love the chicken Caesar wrap, called the Hawaii Five-O. It’s a crispy chicken Caesar in a garlic-herb wrap, and the order comes with homemade chips and salsa.
Jersey Girl | 11101 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach + 400 North Bay Avenue, Beach Haven
Jersey Girl has two LBI locations (the grill and the kitchen). Its Grilled Chicken Caesar wrap includes grilled chicken, romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons, and a tangy Caesar dressing. There’s also the Nashville Hot Caesar (same wrap, but with crispy hot chicken).
Jimmy’s Cucina | 301 Union Avenue, Brielle
Jimmy’s Cucina is a pizzeria in Brielle. It has an old-school Italian restaurant, classic Chicken Caesar Salad wrap vibe. It has an even coating of dressing, and the wrap selections are wheat, tomato basil, or spinach herb.
Joe Leone’s | 510 NJ-35 Point Pleasant Beach + 113 Main Street, Manasquan
Joe Leone’s is an Italian market with locations in Point Pleasant and Manasquan. It features sliced grilled chicken, chopped romaine, shaved pecorino, asiago, and Parmigiano cheeses tossed with house-made Caesar dressing (FYI: It’s often the specialty sandwich of the day).
Neil’s Kitchen | 126 West End Court, Long Branch
Neil’s Kitchen is a sandwich shop in Long Branch. “The Meg” Buffalo Chicken Caesar Wrap is named after Meg Longo (@megthings_) and features crispy chicken cutlets tossed in buffalo sauce, topped with homemade Caesar salad. The wrap selections are white or wheat.
Offshore Coffee Co. | 800 Main Street, Belmar, + 57 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch
Offshore Coffee Co. has multiple Monmouth County locations. While primarily a coffee shop, it also has a kitchen open for breakfast and lunch. Offshore’s Chicken Caesar Salad wrap has roasted chicken, romaine + kale (a solid mix), croutons, roasted tomatoes, homemade Caesar, and parmesan in a flour tortilla.
Olivia’s Trattoria + Artisan Pizza | 507 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver
Olivia’s is an Italian restaurant in Little Silver. The grilled chicken is marinated/ seasoned, with croutons and romaine lettuce, and traditional Caesar salad dressing. Wrap selections include flour, whole wheat, or gluten-free wraps, plus pasta salad; French fries and potato chips are also side options.
The Blonde Shallot | 471 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver + 527 Washington Boulevard, Sea Girt
The Blonde Shallot is a grab-and-go market with locations in Little Silver and Sea Girt. It has both a Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap and a Buffalo Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap. The Blonde Shallot has created a health-conscious take on the traditional wrap.
Tacoholics | 90 Broad Street, Red Bank, 1820 Lanes Mill Road, Brick, 2401 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant + 1922 Hooper Avenue Suite 2-D Toms River
Tacoholics is a taco shop with a few Jersey Shore locations. Its Buffalo Caesar Wrap features a garlic herb tortilla wrap with crispy or grilled chicken, lettuce, crushed tortilla chips, buffalo sauce, and Caesar dressing (and it comes with chips and salsa). There’s also the King Caesar Wrap (same, just without the buffalo spice).
Tom Bailey’s Market | 1323 3rd Avenue, Spring Lake
Tom Bailey’s Market is in Spring Lake. IYKYK, Tom Bailey’s is a go-to for a quality sandwich. Its Caesar Salad Wrap keeps it traditional with grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce & Caesar dressing.
Wharfside Patio Bar | 101 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach
Wharfside Patio Bar is in Point Pleasant. It has a Spicy Chicken Caesar Wrap on the menu, which includes crispy chicken, romaine lettuce, and croutons. The sandwich has spicy Caesar dressing and is served ona honey wheat wrap.
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