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    CAVA

    3.9 (86 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Good for groups

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    Whitney L.

    My go to cava place whenever I'm working and craving some food. I've always ordered for delivery so I can't say much on service but they've always delivered my food early or on time. Definitely a casual Mediterranean spot so it you're feeling hungry and want something quick and healthy, cava's a good option!

    Greens + Grains Bowl. Chicken, feta, pita crisps, lemon herb tahini, cucumbers
    Caroline K.

    Super yummy! Fresh tasting bowl. You get a lot of food for the price too. Enough to take home half for the next day. Restaurant kept very clean and the line moves really fast. Employees were really kind and helpful

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    Ailun H.

    Man, fast-casuals are so expensive nowadays. $14 for a chicken bowl is a bit much, but at least it was tasty and healthy! Great alternative to Farmbird (literally another healthy fast-casual next door) if you don't feel like eating that for the third time of the week and you want something "different". I love the variety of grains and greens you can choose from here. The "Rightrice" sounds like an interesting option (high protein & fiber) that I would like to give a try next time. Definitely a huge fan of the hummus here (I prefer the regular over red pepper). The grilled chicken is seasoned simply but does its job of being tasty. They give a good amount of protein here, too. The unlimited toppings here are great and I love the fire-roasted corn! The yogurt dill dressing was also a nice enhancement touch on the side if I wanted to add more flavor to my chicken. Overall, a decent fast-casual option that's healthy. Will be back eventually to try different options and be more creative, lol. The interior of this CAVA is pretty spacious with lots of seating and plenty outside if you want to enjoy your Mediterranean BYOB on a nice sunny day!

    Alexandra P.

    Soooooo good every-time I come here!! Love their chicken and most sauces. Sadly I dont live near one, but I always try and get it when one is around!

    Spicy meatballs pita and falafel
    Rumesh V.

    Cava is one of my favorite fast food restaurants to go to. I have a pleasure of having a quick meal without compromising my health. Huge fan of their spicy lamb meatball pita or sometimes over their rice. Harissa is my favorite sauce to add and I am not picky about other items that go in it. I usually order a side falafel. I would prefer if their falafels were crispy. But do not mind it as I go here when I am very hungry and need a quick meal without wasting a lot of time on ordering food and waiting for it. Cost effective option as well.

    Lauren D.

    I love the Ballston Cava. I was introduced to this location by my boyfriend who is a local. I love the fresh ingredients and large array of healthy options to choose from. We usually go for the bowls which are very filling and I appreciate the compostable containers as well. Definitely check our cava when you're in town and looking for a Greek-inspired healthy food option.

    Crazy Feta dip & falafel
    Dona P.

    I am so upset I can't remember our servers name but she was AMAZING! We sat by the front windows on a Wednesday evening - and we're well taken care of. We MISS having this in Capitol Hill ... fresh dips and delicious proteins that are always consistent!

    Splendid Greens Bowl!...w/ Chicken & Lamb Meatballs + Strawberry Mint Lemonade!....Thumbs Up!!
    DON C.

    You can't go wrong with this place!...It's fast, healthy, quality ingredients and most of all...delicious!! I travel quite a bit back and forth from my office in the Arlington VA area to an office in DC for work; and often times in need of "healthy" fast food options while on a limited time window for lunch. CAVA has slowly become one of those places that fits the bill. It's fast food, on the healthy-casual tip. The meals are definitely filling and the portions are more than enough for two to almost share in my opinion.....but, trust, there's no complaints there by me or my inner-fat kid belly! The food at CAVA is very fresh made of high quality ingredients. The meats, sauces and dressings are seasoned and has really good flavor. There are vegetarian options too. The prices is very reasonable for the large portions. The service is fast, friendly and efficient. I have been to several CAVA locations around the city and they all are good....and the consistency is there too! This Potomac Yards location is no exception to this observation too. I typically get the the Splendid Greens & Saffron Rice Bowl with a mix of lentils, hummus-harissa dips, couscous, plethora of veggies...all with the Spicy Lamb Meatballs!....It is nothing but the truth!! A healthy gospel of goodness in a bowl. I opt for the grilled chicken at times with this combination, to change things up every now and then. I will admit though...their braised lamb has truly become my favorite protein of them all. It is so tender, juicy and full of flavor! In all, CAVA is an excellent and tasty meal at a great value --considering its the healthy way to go. I will admit thought that it is a bit pricey when it comes to looking for a economical, cheap lunch options....but for the portion size and healthy option aspect...it is totally worth it! * TIP: I am such a fan....in that I use their app frequently to earn rewards, discounts and free meals! Also, you get a free bowl ($9.00) credit for your Birthday!!

    Chicken no break! Salad only !
    De57 H.

    PROS: YUMMY salads! I love their chicken! Definitely a great lunch or breakfast spot! Great service and prices! CONS: NOTHING!

    Aggie S.

    So I can see why this cava has some bad reviews. We actually found a live bug in one of the bowls we ordered. We were contemplating if we should go back but there was a huge line so we didn't and just threw out the bowl. This was a big issue for me. We came here a few times before and it was all good experience but the last time was not good. The bug in the bowl was unacceptable and just unsanitary. I don't think we'll come back to this location again even if it's the only cava in the area. I hope the staff get their act together and ensure that all the areas are clean and free of bugs and insects.

    create your own salad
    Imran S.

    i had heard about Cava but never tried it so when was in the area decided to stop by. you can make your own bowl or they have some prepared options available. i choose to make my own with a rice/lettuce combo and lots of toppings - they do give you a variety of choice and offer a nice portion of toppings the food was good, the quality of ingredients great and overall a tasty meal

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    Kaldi’s Social House - Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich

    Kaldi’s Social House

    4.3(338 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    I gotta give it up for Kaldi's. My first time visiting and while the prices are a little steep…read more(especially for food - $23 for a chicken Caesar salad), I'd def come back. About that $23 salad: The portion is a little skeet (that's an STL term - look it up) but the chicken was honestly juicy and flavorful as hell. And, the salad was full of very fresh spinach, and maybe other greens, as well as a good dressing. They provided a healthy amount of shaved Parmesan, which is my favorite. I would definitely order this again if I knew I was going to be around for a while and really wanted a salad. The vibe inside is so cute. This particular location is huge and there are various types of seating available. They have Wi-Fi, which is helpful., and some of their furniture is super comfy. It is the perfect place to connect or reconnect with a friend. I have never been much of a coffee shop, girl, but I could definitely see myself coming here multiple times a week. Service was good. I didn't interact with them much because all I did was order from a little QR code at my table and they dropped it off, but when observing them interacting with other customers, they seemed nice For the size of this place and people coming in and out, it was surprisingly clean, too. I didn't check the bathrooms out, but parking outside was paid but easy.

    Nice place! Lots of seating and outdoor seating. You sit down at a table and order through a QR…read morecode (unless you're getting it to go, then it's at the cash register). Free WiFi! Good place to WFH, but limited outlets to charge devices. Open all day which is nice. Coffee is decent, food was pretty good with fresh ingredients

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    True Food Kitchen

    True Food Kitchen

    4.0(429 reviews)
    0.1 miBallston
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Happy hour specials

    Tyrell. Remember that name…read more If you're heading to the new True Food Kitchen on Wilson, Tyrell is the person you want taking care of your table. My wife and I stopped in for lunch on a beautiful spring day in Northern Virginia, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. The atmosphere was relaxed, the restaurant was busy without feeling crowded, and both the reservation process and check-in were seamless. One thing that stood out was the hospitality. Because of my wife's food allergies, Austin, the manager, personally stopped by our table to make sure her meal could be prepared safely and that she would be able to fully enjoy her experience. After walking through a few modifications, he ensured everything was handled with care. It was a thoughtful touch that demonstrated genuine concern for the guest experience. The food was excellent, but what made the visit memorable was the people. We ate well, shared plenty of laughs with our server, and genuinely enjoyed our time there. With the energy of Ballston just outside and the restaurant's beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows bringing in the spring sunshine, it was one of those lunches that reminds you why dining out can still feel special. We'll definitely be back.

    This was my first time dining at True Food Kitchen and I'm so happy that I did! The food & drinks…read morewere good and so was the service. I had the Jambalaya Pasta which was well seasoned and hearty while my coworker had the Turkey Burger which he said was absolutely delicious and not dry. I found that some of these restaurants with "whole food with real, fresh ingredients" are super bland but just as their website states everything was truly "Tasty AF"! Marisa, our server, was so attentive, energetic, and courteous throughout. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations! The food came out quickly and was piping hot. Working nearby I can't wait to try the rest of the menu and happy hour.

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    Life Alive Organic Cafe West End

    Life Alive Organic Cafe West End

    4.2(67 reviews)
    3.7 miWest End
    Healthy dining
    Casual dining

    This was the perfect nutritional start to the day. We're on a family trip and I'm trying my…read moredarnedest to keep packing nutrition just as we would at home (or at least close to it). We ordered a variety of dishes to share as a family- the green açaí bowl, banana date oat latte, breakfast hash and green egg wrap. All were packed with veggies and I appreciated that they had some nutritional info on the menu. The server was sweet and we loved everything we tried. I also appreciated that they have ginger shots, a variety of bowls and smoothies that we could explore on a future visit. Overall, a am dunk for our crew!

    My lunch companion and I wanted to try a new healthy place and decided on this location. Stepping…read moreinto the restaurant, we were greeted by one of the more unfriendly hosts/cashier I have encountered in a long time. She seemed to act as though our simple questions about what to order and what's popular in the menu was an inconvenience to her, although we indicated it was our first time at the restaurant. We ordered our food with the host/cashier and waited at our table for the food to be delivered. My companion's food was delivered and the server asked us if there was anything else. I said my food hadn't come and she asked me what I ordered. I told her it was the Greek goddess. I had to wait quite a long time for my meal to arrive and when it did, the server placed the plate on the table, grabbed the table number and walked away.No apology for the extended wait, no, "enjoy your meal." It was quite rude. The Greek goddess was pretty bland and my friend's soup was boring. The Falafel pita was ok. We have lots of options for lunch in Washington DC. I will not return to this establishment, ever.

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