I am not a big fan of Qudoba or Chipotle to begin with and then it was getting old as well. Today I visited CAVA, I think they have a good setup and going to give Chipotle run of the money. For greens they have 9 different choices and then they have 6 or more different kinds of protein options and then lot of choices for sauces and humus etc. Why 4 star, well the bread was a mediocre and nothing great. read more

The smell! I live behind this shopping center and since they moved in I've craved that good smelling meat everyday. Decidedly the best fast casual in Columbia. Order with the app because it's a confusing menu and busy! The app is well made though and let's you get a good look of all the ingredients. read more

I really love this place... but (the big but...) I've been here 4 times and ordered chicken twice. Both times. No chicken. Nada one. Tastes great still but false advertising. Eating now. Tastes like ch...lettuce. C'mon guys. read more

Everything is so fresh and so good. There's not many places that I can go to as a vegan and feel like I can have whatever I want, but Cava is that place. Everything is fresh and fantastic. Even my mother who hates everything loved it. read more

The food is very good and fresh. The staff is friendly and the line goes pretty fast. My favorite protein is the spicy lamb meatballs. I also like the different kinds of drinks they offer seasonally. read more

Very good food that is unique and flavorful. The drinks are also fun and different. A bit pricey but still a good experience.

Great food! We are vegetarians, and they had a good selection to pick from. We will definitely go back.

Is it just me or did their portions get smaller? I usually really love their salads & find it to be a good portion.

It's just like the other reviewers stated, it's a Mediterranean Chipotle. The food is fresh and there are many options. There is an extra charge, but I'm partial to the spicy lamb balls. The dining area is large and the bathrooms are generally clean. Parking is usually an chore but worth it. The servers are generally pleasant and are willing to explain the ordering process if it's your first time there. I just visited on a Sunday afternoon and there were only TWO servers and one cashier for a line that wrapped around the perimeter of the dining area to the main entrance. My son and I spent 25 minutes in line. I would have left but my son wanted to stay. All in all, great place and food but they need more servers. read more

I keep telling friends and family that this is the Mediterranean Chipotle and I absolutely love it! Fresh, wholesome ingredients and endless options make for a new experience every single time. The portions are fantastic and the service is quick and friendly. I prefer to order online to skip the line. I love that you can accumuluate points through ordering online that help you get rewarded for future orders! Definitely my new favorite lunch spot in Columbia. read more

Great food, but to go service is TERRIBLE. I have ordered to go from their website and the order has been completely incorrect 4 times in a row. And if you don't order to go, the wait is out the door. read more

Really excited to have this in the area. I work in Clarksville and go to an exercise class near this location so grabbing a falafel bowl is sometimes a necessity. I really like that there are plenty of vegan options and that the staff understands when you mention this to them as you choose your toppings. Everything tastes fresh and the place is clean. There falafel is a little different in texture (denser) than traditional falafel, but I still like it a lot. I am just really glad to see more places popping up that realize the vegan community is happy to support a business catering to this dietary lifestyle. read more

I love CAVA so much! The food is amazing and it's fresh and great quality. It's very efficient and easy to grab your food, pick what you would like on your bowl, and go. They also have a neat selection of different flavors and kinds of sodas. I love their spicy lamb meatballs; they are so good! I suggest this place to anyone who is looking for a Mediterranean place to eat. read more

I kid you not, eating CAVA is the best part of my day, and I'm sure in not the only one that feels this way. Its one of the only fast AND healthy options around and definitely the best. They have seasonal items on the menu which helps keep things fresh and interesting! I frequent the Columbia location the most and the food is always top quality and the staff is attentive and friendly. read more

Love Cava Grill! Everywhere and Anywhere!! I wish I had one close to work !! Highly recommended healthy options!!

It's always so hard to find Mediterranean food--good Mediterranean food is harder to find. Cava is a gem. I couldn't make up my mind what to get so I got the 2 mini wraps. Amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

It's was AMAZING! Super fresh and excited my tastebuds with all the different flavors!!! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Cheap, delicious, healthy, quick. Normally you only get 2 or 3 of those... at CAVA it fulfills all 4! I got a grain and greens bowl with braised lamb and lamb meatballs, and it was worth the extra 1.45 -- I may double up on meat next time, it was so good! read more

I thought this place was quite good exceptional actually! It was healthy option with a bunch of greens, however the braised lamb was ehh and falafel wasn't worth it in my opinion read more

I have been to several Cava Grills in the area. I love the crazy feta and lentils. This one was a slight downer as the food was decent but the ambiance was unbelievably loud and sitting there for more than ten minutes was downright painful. read more

My new go to spot for lunch. Food is fresh and delicious! The service was good and the staff are extremely courteous, friendly and attentive. Their juices change from time to time so check back for new flavors. (Mix and match hint hint) read more

First time here and this is the best Mediterranean place ive ever been. Pita was out of this world.

Love this place. It's like a medeteranian chipotle. Food is awesome. In and out quickly! I will definitely go back soon!

I finally got a chance to visit Cava last night. I really loved the super greens and black lentil base. Lots of clean, healthy but really delicious options. The servings were generous and the toppings all looked so good that I had a hard time deciding what to get. Guess I'll have to keep going back until I've tried them all LOL. If you're looking for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner option, this is the place. read more

Great food and a friendly staff! Food is a little pricey but very good quality and fresh.

There are plenty of other Mediterranean fast casual restaurants out there. The difference with this one is that it is phenomenally high quality. And it's extremely healthy, at least if you make it that way. I pretty much stick with a falafel bowl with supergreens and "the works", leaving off most of the sauces/dips. This has turned into a go-to favorite. read more

I am not a fan of Mediterranean food, but I have to say this changed my mind. I truly think this is the best Mediterranean food I have EVER eaten. The service was great and the staff was helpful and kind. They also seemed knowledgeable about the food and what they were serving. If you are looking for your new favorite place to eat then look no farther because you have found it with Cava. read more

Really happy they are close to my home. Really great food. Love all the variety , always greeting clients with a smile. Only issue is that they have Not be cutting the tomato and onion. They are just big chunks which doesn't taste the same way. The strange thing is that the tomato and cucumber is cut in the dice style which is great. Please cut it in the same way read more

Perfect restaurant for a picky diner. I pick and choose my items carefully and everything is always delicious. The rest of my family gets the grain bowls and are always happy with their selection. Drink are special! I highly recommend this restaurant. Employees are respectful and seem happy! read more

This is like a Mediterranean style chipotle. The employees seem to be all so cheerful, which is definitely something to appreciate. The food is nutritious, yet delicious. There is a variety of ways you can create your bowl with different types of meats, vegetables, sauces, and toppings you can add. The food leaves a light and healthy feeling in your body because the food is fresh and not greasy. read more

Have eaten here twice now - one takeout and one carry out. Takeout experience was three star - ordered online, promised at a certain time, they were still filling my order when I arrived and were very slow - but did offer me a free drink for waiting. Got the pitas with falafel - kinda small, should have ordered more toppings with the takeout. Carryout experience was far better - got the black lentils and falafel bowl with all the toppings - this was one of the best Mediterranean meals I have ever had - was a fan of Garbanzo's (although they were uneven) and this meal blew them away. If you liked Garbanzos and like Amsterdam falafel, this is a good choice - not as good as Amsterdam, but still good. read more

So happy this place opened up in Columbia. Food and service both excellent. I got the greens and grains with super greens mix, the saffron rice, hummus, eggplant and red pepper, tsatziki, falafel, roasted veggies, cucumber, cucumber and tomato, hot peppers, cauliflower quinoa, cabbage slaw, feta, and sriracha Greek yogurt dressing. A symphony of flavor. Probably not gonna try any other combo on the menu cuz that one is perfect. read more

I absolutely love this place. I've ordered food from here at least once every week since it opened. Even better than the food is their easy online ordering system. Everything is picture based. You tap on a picture of the food you want and it gets added to your bowl or pita. There's also a calorie counter to tell you what the damage is. And since you pay for your meal online you can avoid the crazy line that sometimes forms during lunch hour. I like that everything is fresh and some things even locally sourced. The greens and grains bowls are so filling and if you pick the right things you can still stick to your diet while eating here. I like that the juices are super fresh (saw them juicing the pumpkins for their pumpkin apple juice the last time I was there). And, because they are refillable, you're getting a great deal. I've been some places that serve fresh juices that are way more expensive and you get much less. The store itself ain't bad either. Very well lit. And with the see-through fridge, open kitchen, and clean/modern serve area you can see that what you're eating is fresh which makes the dining experience very appealing. read more

This is my new go to spot when I'm hungry and want something fast and good. There are a lot of different options to choose from which I like. My gf is pretty picky, so she likes to stay with the same thing a lot. I however love to change my orders up and I have not been disappointed. I definitely would recommend it trying it out! read more

Super tasty food. Everything was fresh. Love the different kinds of lemonades and teas available to drink and the different flavored sodas. I got a chicken pita and will definitely get it again. read more

Delicious food. Just try the crazy feta. Lots of options to keep you coming back. Restaurant and their fast food place are great

Very good Mediterranean fast food restaurant! It's better than Chipotle in terms of healthy options. Would recommend it !

Love coming here- food is always delicious, employees are very nice and line moves quickly. I have never been disappointed and I love how easy it is to switch up your meal for variety. Their selection of lemonades, teas, etc are fantastic! read more

Great food! The staff is extremely well organized and have a great attitude. Will most definitely be coming back regularly.

Yum! Like chipotle but for Mediterranean food. A little on the pricey side for a quick meal but you do have tons of options and not much is extra charge. The quality is also good! read more