- What’s in it: grilled chicken breast, bacon, Swiss cheese and white BBQ sauce on toasted French bread
- Price: around $10.99 (whole) · Q Wrap around $9.99
- Calories: about 458 per half sandwich
- Why it’s famous: Newk’s top-selling item, built around a house-made white barbecue sauce
If there is one item that defines Newk’s Eatery, it is the Newk’s Q. This toasted chicken sandwich has been on the menu for years and is the chain’s top seller. In this guide we break down exactly what is in the Newk’s Q sandwich, how much it costs, its calories and nutrition, the story behind its white barbecue sauce, and how to order it your way.
What Is the Newk’s Q Sandwich?
The Newk’s Q is a hot chicken sandwich from Newk’s Eatery, the fast-casual café chain based in Jackson, Mississippi, with restaurants across the Southeast. It combines grilled chicken, smoky bacon and melted Swiss on toasted French bread, finished with Newk’s signature white barbecue sauce. It has long been a core menu item and is described by the company as its top seller.
Newk’s Q Sandwich Ingredients
| Component | What Newk’s uses |
|---|---|
| Bread | Toasted French Parisian bread (a wide, scored baguette) |
| Protein | All-natural chicken breast, grilled in-house daily |
| Bacon | Crisp bacon |
| Cheese | Ammerländer Swiss cheese |
| Sauce | Newk’s signature white barbecue sauce |
The Secret: Newk’s White Barbecue Sauce
Newk’s CEO Chris Newcomb has said the Q’s flavor is “all in the sauce.” The white barbecue sauce was created by his father, co-founder Don Newcomb, who was loosely inspired by white barbecue sauces he tasted on a family vacation in Florida. It is a creamy, tangy sauce made with a mayonnaise base, vinegar, hot sauce and a proprietary seasoning blend. Unlike tomato-based barbecue sauces, it adds richness and a gentle kick without overpowering the chicken.
How Much Is the Newk’s Q Sandwich?
| Item | Approx. price |
|---|---|
| Newk’s “Q” Sandwich (whole) | $10.99 |
| Newk’s “Q” Wrap | $9.99 |
Prices are approximate and can vary by location, delivery app and promotions. Whole sandwiches are usually served with a side. See every sandwich price on our Newk’s sandwiches menu, or check current offers in our Newk’s deals section.
Newk’s Q Calories and Nutrition
| Nutrient | Half Newk’s Q sandwich |
|---|---|
| Calories | 458 |
| Total fat | 27.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 9 g |
| Cholesterol | 62 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 30.9 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 23.6 g |
Values are for a half sandwich from third-party nutrition data (MyFoodDiary). A whole sandwich is roughly double, and sides add more. For official, up-to-date numbers, use Newk’s own nutrition information. You can also read our Newk’s nutrition and calories guide.
Newk’s Q Variations
- Newk’s Q Wrap: the same flavors rolled in a wrap, a lighter hand-held option.
- Pork Q (limited time): Newk’s has brought back a pork version with brined and marinated pork tenderloin, Applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese and white barbecue sauce on toasted French bread.
- Half sandwich combos: pair a half Q with soup or salad for a lighter lunch.
How to Order the Newk’s Q Your Way
- Ask for extra sauce on the side if you love the white BBQ flavor.
- Go half and half: try a half Q with tomato basil soup or a side salad.
- Order ahead on the Newk’s app or website to skip the lunch queue.
- Check allergens: the Q contains wheat, dairy and egg (mayonnaise-based sauce), so ask staff if you have allergies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the Newk’s Q sandwich?
The Newk’s Q is made with grilled all-natural chicken breast, crisp bacon and Swiss cheese, topped with Newk’s signature white barbecue sauce and served on toasted French bread.
How much is the Newk’s Q sandwich?
The whole Newk’s Q sandwich is around $10.99 and the Newk’s Q Wrap is around $9.99. Prices vary by location.
How many calories are in a Newk’s Q sandwich?
A half Newk’s Q sandwich has about 458 calories, 27.5 g fat, 30.9 g carbs and 23.6 g protein, according to third-party nutrition data. A whole sandwich has roughly double.
What is Newk’s white barbecue sauce?
It is a mayonnaise-based sauce with vinegar, hot sauce and a special seasoning blend. Co-founder Don Newcomb created it after tasting white barbecue sauces on a family vacation in Florida.
Is there a pork version of the Newk’s Q?
Yes, Newk’s has offered a Pork Q as a limited-time item, with marinated pork tenderloin, Applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese and white barbecue sauce.
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This is an independent guide and is not endorsed by or affiliated with Newk’s Eatery or its owners. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Prices and nutrition are approximate and may change, so please confirm with your local Newk’s.