When we asked our This is Raleigh community where to find the best chicken salad in town, the responses came flooding in — and the passion was real.
Some like it savory with dill and celery, others sweet with relish or grapes, but everyone agrees chicken salad is a Southern staple that deserves respect. Whether you crave it on a croissant, cracker, or straight from the tub, here’s where locals say you’ll find the best chicken salad in Raleigh (and beyond).
The Most-Loved Chicken Salad in Raleigh
1. Tookie’s Grill (Six Forks at the Texaco Station)
There’s a reason “Tookies!” was shouted again and again in our comments — this gas-station grill has been serving up the chicken salad Raleighites swear by for decades.
Locals call it the best in Raleigh thanks to its generous portions and perfectly seasoned chicken. Some even joked that the “gas station ambiance” just adds to its charm…