This was my first visit. I shared that with staff coming in. Had to figure out their system as many of the restaurants are build your own. I wanted a rice bowl but didn't understand that rice isn't the main part, I guess greens are. I got spinach along with rice and chicken. I got humus and sauces, onions and that was about it. When I asked about more sauce the second staff said oh you get three scoops. The first didn't tell me that so she went back and got me my third. Overall the food was good. I probably wouldn't have done the spinach but it was little rice so it helped it be more filling. It was flavorful and had the Mediterranean feel to it. I am not sure how quickly I would return but not a horrible experience. Customer service would have been a little better since it wasn't business and I indicated it was my first time there. read more

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Everyone was courteous and attentive. They asked all the right questions to make sure I wanted everything included in my bowl or on the side. I chose the new strawberry sesame bowl and it was delicious. I would recommend and would also order it again. read more

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I LOVEEEEEEEE ME SOME CAVA - y'all just don't understand lol. Unfortunately, I don't have pics because as soon as I get my food, I'm diving in. But typically I get the same bowl every time (brown rice, crazy feta, chicken/roasted veggies, broccoli, and corn). This is my go to and I feel like you can't go wrong with it. The only negative thing I have to say is the portions sizes but I know that's a corporate thing. But other than that, I truly love Cava!! read more

The food is always good and tasty! But you would want to take and go. I don't mind the noise but I prefer a clean and pleasant aesthetically place to dine. They need staff to clean the tables periodically and need to hire a handy man to cover large chip painted areas in seating area and floor. read more

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This cava is probs the best in the Charlotte area. The employees are always nice, everything is made right, they give great portions, and they are quick. I feel like a lot of cava's have fallen off but this one has stayed consistent. read more

I just went for the first time for a pick up order, and the service and the food was excellent.

I'm very pleased with our impromptu visit this evening. This despite walking into the location and immediately feeling the heat. I believe this was due to the extreme heat outside and the kitchen of course. The speed of the line was good considering the amount of patrons. I was in conversation with the customer behind me so I didn't pay attention when my husband ordered his meal. I placed my order taking advantage of the various fresh toppings available. The serving sizes are pretty generous. Ok so now for payment. I'm still partly ordering and partly in conversation with nice customer behind me. My husband pays. I grab the receipt as I normally do. It was then I notice his order. He does NOT do spicy. He had ordered the Harissa Avocado bowl with the sauce on the side. Great! But the receipt stated Harissa Honey Chicken. He didn't realize the chicken was Harissa. This was not good. I explained everything to the manager, Todd W. He first allowed my husband to taste some of the chicken and yes, too spicy! Right away he offered to redo the bowl. We were not charged. We are very thankful for that because otherwise dinner would have ruined. Thank you Cava! Thank you Todd! Until next time. read more

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Excellent fare that was fresh, flavorful and full of color and texture. So many great options to combine into your favorite mix. From leafy to crunchy to smooth and creamy, the mix of add ons and variety allows you to customize for your best experience. The pita chips were good, but a little overdone and oily, but the rest of the fare made the pita an afterthought. Great fast alternative to the same old boring burgers and fries, and with a reasonably healthy twist. read more

Great food options. Customer service has been excellent each time. Although I haven't eaten inside, each location was very clean.

Super sweet and clean !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lili was the bombbb Super sweet and clean!! Lili was the bomb, she really did her thing!! read more

CAVA is always so tasty and filling... it's about 2 times the amount you'd get from Chipotle. Their steak and lemon tahini are the way to go. This location is clean, service was quick, and everyone was friendly. read more

CAVA - Build your own bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I just Love going to Cava. The Food is amazing, I go everyday of the week me and my autistic son whom loves cava as well . He looks forward to going because he enjoys the food and the staff is kind and patient with him while he places his order.But I really want to put in the spotlight Suzie for her excellent customer service talent. She always make u feel good when coming to cava. I'm very grateful each time I come to cava an my and my son get to say hello to Suzie. We are sold out to Cava. Thank you Suzie. read more

Cava in Northlake rocks! I just want to say that Miss Linda rocks!! she is personable., helpful, fast, kind and funny. I look forward to seeing her when I go there on my lunch breaks. read more

Met up with a friend at this location for lunch. Normal Cava style establishment. In the university area. There are lots of parking spaces with plenty of seating inside and outside. The food is great and awesome. No complaints from this location at all. read more

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I mean, you "cava" be kidding me!! - See what I did there?!? This gives me Mediterranean chipotle vibes! The set up is reminiscent of chipotle, you fall in line once you walk in and when you get to the counter you let them know what you want, your food is passed down to the cashier where you pay. I ordered two bowls; Balsamic Date Chicken - I ordered it as is with no additions or substitutions (grilled chicken, eggplant dip, red pepper hummus, corn, brown rice, spinach and balsamic date vinaigrette). This bowl was delicious, sweet and savory with a burst of flavor in every bite! - 10/10 Harissa Avocado - Ordered with no additions or substitutions (Harissa honey chicken +hot harissa vinaigrette, crazy feta, hummus, corn, Avocado, rice, super greens) This bowl was yummy as well but a bit too spicy for my liking, it was the one that came up as a favorite in the reviews, but again to spicy for me! - 7/10 The oatmeal cookie with dark chocolate and sea salt - 10/10 Also try their fountain drinks, unique flavors! I'm a fan of CAVA!! read more

CAVA - Harissa Avocado Bowl - SPICY - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Dear indecisive customer, When choosing between Chipotle, Qdoba or Cava. Cava is always my top pick. My favorite portion is the Harissa Honey Chicken. Which is, a sweet and spicy flavor that my taste buds are absolutely in love with! Not only is the food delicious & healthy. Their drinks are just as refreshing, healthy, and satisfying!! My taste buds have decided the crazy feta spread is top tier as well!! **Try the Pita Chips too! They are to kill for! (Noo, not literally! You crazy! hehe,')** read more

CAVA - Harissa Avocado Bowl, side hot harissa vinaigrette, a side peta, and side pita chips! - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

10/10 , my favorite place overall. The boardwalk location is my least favorite though, they customer service is a little passive aggressive. I love the metropolitan location in clt. Food always fresh and easy going staff. Except one little rude person but she looks like she would Be rude so it's no surprise lol. Other than that? 10/10 def recommend read more

We eat at Cava about once a month and LOVE IT! We Have been to University one, Birkdale, and South end stores! And also went to a few out of town when traveling. University had been a let down each time we go as this one is the closest to our home. Staff is not friendly and their Falafel is never fresh! As my husband and I are creatures of habit, we get the same thing EVERY TIME! Grains n Greens Super Greens Half the amount of each lentils/brown rice and have been doing it this was since the Birkdale location opened several years ago. The guys that opened that location really sold that place and did such a GREAT JOB getting that one started!!!! Well we were told for the first time EVER we couldn't do half and half by an employee and the manager Heather also backed her up and said we couldn't do it! Huge let down as I understand I couldn't have a full portion of 3 things but just wanted a little rice little lentils. They also make it very quickly and sloppily even though they weren't busy. Felt very rushed and as we we're annoying them by knowing exactly what we wanted as we make it the same EVERY-TIME! Might need a little TLC at this location probably will drive the extra time to get better quality food and nicer service! As $35 for 2 bowls should be up to par to the other locations. read more

CAVA - Nice Patio on this Beautiful Winter Night. - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I was in the University area around lunchtime, so I decided to stop at Cava for a lunch bowl. It wasn't crowded when I arrived so that was a plus, but since it was a nice day the outside seating area was crowded. Cava has a nice selection of meats, vegetables sauces, and cheeses to create a very tasty bowl. The vegetables are fresh and chicken was seasoned very well. The only downside to this restaurant was the inside dining area, which needed some TLC; there was food on the floor, napkins and dirty utensils on the floor as well and a sauce spill that was very displeasing to patrons dining inside. There was enough staff working to have someone come and maintain the dining area so it wasn't an eyesore for those dining in. One worker did come out to refill the messy utensil area, however she walked right past the spill on the floor and put a few more utensils in the holders, without wiping the mess around the utensil counter or the floor. Cava has really good food and I would hate to see them go under because of the untidiness of the dining area or the lack of care from the workers. read more

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Great place for a well balanced meal. I always enjoy my food. They get really busy during the lunch time rush but it hasn't stopped me from going. Great service and clean. They even have outside seating. read more

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The Cava Restaurant on Park Road in Charlotte- Fresh ingredients are wonderful but expensive. It's worth the price except this specific store. I have never been told any other location that they give only three scoops of sauces like tzatziki. If you ask for a couple of cups on the side, they will tell you they will not put more than three scoops in the side cups. Then you have to pay a dollar per scoop. That felt really weird and stingy, considering the price of the dinner. read more

I went yesterday and the girl at checkout runs my card it goes through and then she says it didn't I show her it did she shrugs and says no it didn't. I don't argue I ran it again it goes through again and she pushes the bag like take it so I stop and show her both transactions she says I don't know anything about that. So I leave and call the bank for sure she just charged me twice and they can do nothing. So now I'm waiting to call them so I don't pay $40 for a half a bowl of food read more

Unpleasant experience to make it seem like I am lying or dont know what im talking about with how I have ordered my bowls for years. There needs to be consistency and continuity within this chain. Anyways, I'm reminded why I will always pick a different location than this one, the customer service and quality every time is blah. read more

More like 3.5 stars. I tried this place for the first time and enjoyed my food. It was very tasty and pretty filling. The problem I have with it is that it's really salty sometimes. Once it tasted like somebody dropped the salt shaker in it. In one spot of my platter it was ridiculously salty. I think if the preparers put more emphasis on quality control they would be much better. Overall I enjoy Cava but after that salty experience I'm thinking twice before going back. read more

CAVA - Green and grains bowl with falafel. - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I like the fact that the place was clean. Although it was busy not one person was nasty or had an attitude while serving me. I created my own bowl and everything in it was delicious. The Strawberry Citrus juice has real strawberries in it and is just the epitome of a good summer drink. It nice that you can eat outside and enjoy the weather. read more

Good food, friendly staff, nice area. I was only in town for a couple of days and decided to visit Cava due to its great reviews. I was happy I did. read more

Salad bowl with the harissa honey chicken, Great food and service. Thanks for everything. You guys rock

It was a complete madhouse when I went in abt 1:30, long line but thankfully it appeared they were fully staffed so there wasn't a long wait to get to placing my order. Staff appeared visibly frustrated and tired but still managed to be friendly in spite of. I have never worked in food service but I can certainly imagine nonstop moments can really wear a person out, but to still maintain a smile thru it all shows a lot abt the culture there. I got the braised lamb bowl with plenty of veggies and it was absolutely delicious. Healthy and fresh food options will always be a win in my book. They also make special drinks in house that you won't find anywhere else. I didn't try any because I am a sweet tea girl, but I saw others seemingly enjoying the various flavors of juices. read more

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Always a great experience at this cava! The staff is great and the food is always fresh!

Service is always great here, tables clean. Even when there is a long line it moves quickly and plenty of indoor seating as well as outdoor. The options to make your own salad are so plentiful I'm confident I've never made they same salad twice and they have all been delicious. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Pictured is the new steak mezze salad. I was highly anticipating tasting the new grilled steak but was disappointed with the lack of flavor of the steak. Also had my favorite pita chips. However, the pita chips were lacking flavor or seasoning as well. The servers were friendly though. read more

CAVA - New Steak Mezze salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Shrinkage is real !! The bowl ingredients doesn't touch the top of the closure.. this is ridiculous, they have to stop doing this to their customers. read more

CAVA - Kid size bowl for Adult size price !! The shrinkage is REAL!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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These guys are awesome!! Literally everything ive ever needed and wanted!! Root beer was good asl and the manager was super cool on added extra lettuce read more

My experience here was superb, definitely will be returning. Nara provided great customer service as well.

This picture is not very good, but it's the best I could do. Had to leave for a meeting and ate in my car. But...that being said...my first visit was a success. The place reminds me of a greek Chipotle, where you can build your own item. I kept it simple - pita, chicken, tzatziki sauce. It was really good. The pita was soft and there was enough sauce to keep it from being too dry. I will definitely be back for a standard sit down meal and will go with a more advanced pita (more toppings) but will also try other items as well. read more

CAVA - Chicken Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Not sure why this place is still open. Not the best selections. Not very clean around food. Excessive charge for every topping. Just gives me a weird vibe. Employees seem sketchy with food handing & cleanliness. Yafo is 1000xs better. ​ read more

The food is great and always delivers! The Pita Chips is to die for! always fresh and will fill you up!

Of all the cava locations this one is the WORSE. I went in today and the place was a huge mess. Garbage on the tables. (No one was seated inside to eat.) the space between the toppings and on the line there was just food and sauces everywhere. And I'm able to look past that but what really annoyed me and made me decide to never return to this location was the guy helping me. He would throw everything on my plate. He literally lifted the scooper in the air for the food to drop like if it was entertaining to him. At the end i asked for lemon tahini sauce and the bottle was most empty, instead of getting more, he decided to keep banging and squeezing so sauce was going everywhere. And then when he finished he just looked at me and said "that's it?" He rang me up and walked off to help the next lady. He didn't give me my receipt. Didn't give me my cup. No bag. I literally grabbed everything from the other side of the counter on my own. I could have easily just walked off and not even paid and he would have never known. As i was getting my drink ( which by the way all the lemonades were empty) the lady ordering with him was making him redo her bowl and telling him to not slam her food into the bowl like that. Clearly it's an ongoing issue. No one like to be served as if we're eating slop. This location will never see me again. read more

Our go to Cava in the area!! Post workout meal always fresh!!! Get the Scogg sauce on the side!!

Great option for something healthy in the area ! I love that topics are unlimited ! Will definitely be back for more options ! Bowls are roughly 12-13 a bowl so it could be pricey for a family read more

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