The Wild Bird Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich in New York City
The Wild Bird Sandwich delivers bold, layered flavor with a marinated and grilled chicken breast paired with melty provolone, uncured turkey bacon bits, and slowly caramelized onions for savory depth. Crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and spicy cherry peppers add brightness and heat, all finished with a spicy secret sauce that ties the sandwich together. Served on a roll we bake fresh in-house every day, this sandwich brings real bite and balance to every mouthful — a go-to option for anyone craving a spicy grilled chicken sub that’s fresh, hearty, and unmistakably New York at Sandwell.
“Sandwell has some of my favorite sandwiches! The Chicken Pesto Burrata and Wild Bird are definitely my top 2. The interior is always super clean and organized and they are super quick and responsive when completing orders. 10/10!” - Alex B
“Great sandwiches always start w great bread! Classic Semolina is amazing. And their sandwiches are both unique takes and very flavorful! I've had the buffalo chicken, the wild bird & the turkey meatball. Add in friendly and prompt service, a really easy to use app, and, for the UWS..., their prices are reasonable.” - Andrew C
"I have ordered nearly every sandwich off this menu and none have disappointed. The Lunchbox and Wildbird in particularly were amazing. So glad this is in the neighborhood." - Corey M.
"The sandwich’s here are always great! My go to is The Wild Bird which has a perfect amount of spice to it" - Piki B.
"Just had the Wildbird. Incredibly tasty. Fresh baked bread, grilled chicken. Great sauce. Looking forward to their continued success on the UWS" - Dave L.
Sandwell serves up the best Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich in New York City
Sandwell is a local favorite near the Upper West Side, Central Park, American Museum of Natural History, Gramercy Park, Union Square, Madison Square Park, Stuyvesant Town, Peter Cooper Village, East Village, Murray Hill, Kip's Bay, Flatiron, Nomad, Stuyvesant Square, Baruch College, Empire State Building, Bellevue, NYU Langone, NYU, and New York University.
A favorite place to eat in New York City for first-time visitors, Sandwell is popular with international travelers and Americans exploring NYC. Our sandwiches are authentic local food that visitors seek out—freshly made, satisfying, and rooted in New York food culture. We’re proud to serve New Yorkers while welcoming guests from across the U.S., Europe, the UK, Brazil, Japan, and beyond.