1/2 Chicken Pesto Caprese
Chicken, fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic, on panini-pressed ciabatta.
About 1/2 Chicken Pesto Caprese
1/2 Chicken Pesto Caprese has 400 calories and costs around $14.76. Prices vary by cafe, and delivery apps typically add a markup.
Key Facts & Highlights:
- 400 calories
- 21g protein
- Priced $13.68-$14.76 depending on location
- Can be made gluten-free on request
Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients
Chicken, Fresh Mozzarella, Marinated Red Peppers, Basil Pesto, Mixed Greens, Balsamic, Panini-pressed Ciabatta.
Allergens
*Allergen Statement: Mendocino Farms cafes are shared preparation environments, so cross-contact of allergens can occur. If you have a severe food allergy, please tell the cafe team before ordering.
Nutrition Breakdown: What the Numbers Mean
At 400 calories with 21g of protein, the 1/2 Chicken Pesto Caprese is the #3 lightest of the 6 items in the half sandwich combos lineup with published calories . That works out to about 5.3g of protein per 100 calories - a strong protein return for the calories, which is why it keeps you full.
The watch-out is sodium: 590mg is about 26% of the 2,300mg daily limit.
Dietary fit: this item appears on our gluten-conscious menu and low-calorie menu lists. It can be made gluten-free on request with the gluten-free bread swap. Allergen-wise it contains wheat, milk, gluten - the full item-by-item breakdown is on our Mendocino Farms allergen guide.
How It Compares in Half Sandwich Combos
Across the half sandwich combos lineup, the lightest option is 1/2 Vegan Banh Mi at 330 calories, and the heartiest is 1/2 Vegetarian Pesto Caprese at 950. For protein, 1/2 Vegetarian Pesto Caprese leads the category at 39g of protein. See the whole lineup on the Half Sandwich Combos menu page.
Ordering Tips & Smart Swaps
- Gluten-free: ask for the gluten-free bread swap when you order - the rest of the build stays the same. Say "allergy" if it is one; the team handles prep differently.
- Skip the app markup: ordering this in a delivery app costs about 20% more than the cafe price. Order ahead for pickup in the official app instead - the full breakdown of how Mendo pricing works explains why.
- Feeding a group? This item travels well - see the Mendocino Farms catering guide for box and tray options.
1/2 Chicken Pesto Caprese Frequently Asked Questions
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Checked November 2026 on delivery listings (DoorDash; Uber Eats in Chicago). In-cafe prices can be lower - delivery listings include the apps' markup.
Nutrition Facts
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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