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Chopt Midtown Manhattan is the salad counter that office workers near Rockefeller Center keep coming back to, and one afternoon there makes the loyalty easy to understand. The West 51st Street shop turns an ordinary lunch into something you assemble yourself, with a long topping bar, a row of bright menu screens, and a crew chopping every order on the spot.
Chopt has been building salads in New York since 2001, and this storefront at 145 W 51st St carries that tradition a few steps from Sixth Avenue. Below you will find what to order, how the counter works, and how to dodge the midday crush.
How Ordering Works at Chopt Midtown Manhattan
Five screens above the counter split the menu into salads, Caesar wraps, wraps, bowls, and dressings. You can grab a signature build or take the Craft Your Own route and design a meal from scratch.
Craft Your Own follows four steps: pick a base, choose four choppings, add the goods, then finish with a dressing. When we visited in late September 2026, a custom salad or wrap started at $9.99 and a bowl started at $10.49, with extras priced on top.
- Grilled chicken: about $3.49 extra
- Seared steak: about $6.49 extra
- Norwegian salmon: about $7.49 extra
- Falafel, tofu, or avocado: about $2.29 extra
The Topping Bar and the Chop
The heart of Chopt Midtown Manhattan is a long run of steel pans packed with vegetables, cheeses, grains, beans, and crunchy extras. Staff assemble your order behind the glass and chop it together, so dressing and toppings blend evenly through the bowl.
Building your own also makes dietary needs simple. The dressing board flags vegan and spicy options, and the menu screens carry an allergen notice, so speak up at the counter if you have a serious allergy.
Signature Bowls Worth Ordering
If you would rather skip the decisions, the bowl lineup is the easiest place to start. Each one can be served over brown rice or swapped to cauliflower rice for $2 more.
- Chicken Tinga ($15.29): braised chicken tinga, avocado, black beans, tortilla chips, scallions, and cotija cheese with Mexican Goddess dressing.
- Chicken Avocado ($13.99): warm roasted chicken, avocado, crispy wontons, and pickled red onion with Carrot Miso and Creamy Sesame.
- Mediterranean Hummus ($15.49): roasted chicken, hummus, feta, pita chips, and grape tomatoes with Chopt Vinaigrette and Fiery Feta.
- Harvest ($14.49): roasted chicken, apples, goat cheese, purple beets, and dried cranberries with White Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Grilled Wraps for Lunch at Your Desk
Any salad can be rolled into a grilled tortilla, which makes the wraps the most portable order at Chopt Midtown Manhattan. A protein tortilla costs $1.49 more and packs 15 grams of protein, according to the menu screen.
- Santa Fe ($11.99): avocado, corn, pepper jack, and crispy shallots with Sweet & Smoky Chipotle Vinaigrette.
- Hummus Crunch ($12.49): falafel, hummus, pita chips, cucumber, and jalapeño peppers, marked as new on the board.
- Chicken Club ($13.49): grilled chicken, smoked bacon, avocado, and romaine with Smoky Bacon Russian.
- Mexicali Chicken Caesar Wrap ($13.99): grilled chicken, avocado, cotija, and tortilla chips with Mexican Caesar.
Dressings: The Real Star at Chopt Midtown Manhattan
The dressing board is arguably the biggest draw here, with 18 options sorted into Classics, Creative, Light, and a limited-time pair. Calorie counts and vegan or spicy icons sit beside each one, so choosing takes seconds.
- Classics: Chopt Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Buttermilk Ranch, and Creamy Caesar for a familiar finish.
- Creative: Mexican Caesar, Smoky Bacon Russian, and Fiery Feta when you want more punch.
- Light: Yogurt Dill at 20 calories, Honey Dijon at 40, and Carrot Miso at 70.
- Limited time: Basil Caesar and Basil Vinaigrette.
Seasonal Specials to Watch For
Framed posters near the seating area at Chopt Midtown Manhattan advertise the rotating menu. During our visit they promoted the Summer Corn Caesar with Basil Caesar dressing and the Sweet Peach Burrata with Basil Vinaigrette and a hot honey drizzle. Seasonal items come and go, so check the screens or the Chopt app before you set your heart on one.
Skip the Line With Mobile Pickup
Between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM the room at Chopt Midtown Manhattan fills up fast, and seating is limited. Place your order in the Chopt app, then walk straight to the wood-framed pickup station beside the counter.
Most people take their food to go, so plan on eating at your desk or in a nearby plaza.
Location and Transit Guide for Chopt Midtown Manhattan
You will find the shop at 145 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, between Sixth and Seventh avenues in the Rockefeller Center corridor. Watch for the green 6½ Avenue pedestrian arcade sign on the corner, which makes a handy landmark.
By Subway
- N, R, W: Get off at 49th St and walk two blocks north to 51st Street.
- B, D, F, M: Exit at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Center toward 50th or 51st Street, then head west past Sixth Avenue.
- C, E: Get off at 50th St on Eighth Avenue and walk east along 51st Street, crossing Seventh Avenue.
- 1: The 50th St stop is a short walk east. For more on riding it, see our guide to the 1 train.
By Bus
The M5 and M7 run along Sixth Avenue, while the M20 and M104 serve Seventh Avenue and Broadway. Each drops you within a short walk of the door.
Quick Planning Facts
- Address: 145 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019
- Hours: Monday to Thursday 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Saturday and Sunday
- Price range: roughly $10 to $20 per meal
- Ordering: at the counter or ahead through the Chopt app
Final Thoughts
Chopt Midtown Manhattan is a dependable pick when you want a fresh, filling lunch without settling for a sad desk salad. The build-your-own counter, grilled wraps, and deep dressing list give nearly every craving somewhere to land. Browse the official Chopt website for the full menu and app details.
Staying in Midtown for dinner? Our review of Tallow Steakhouse covers a very different meal a short trip south, and you can find more Manhattan spots in our Food & Dining coverage.
