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    CAVA

    4.1 (64 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Bea R.

    I came by CAVA - Edgewater for my post-workout meal. I used to go to the Paramus location, PERO... their service is basura, so I decided to go to this location instead. It opened a little over a year ago, so the interior is still new and shiny. There's plenty of available parking since it's in a large shopping outlet. I came past 9pm on Black Friday and I was worried that they would be out of a lot of items. I was pleasantly surprised because I was the only one in store and they were fully stocked! I opted for the Build-Your-Own Bowl option (~$12). My usual order is: brown rice, chicken, eggplant dip, tzatziki, crazy feta dip, corn, cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled onions, feta cheese, pita crisps, olives, and Greek vinaigrette. The chicken was seasoned well and all of the ingredients tasted fresh. I go CRAZY for CAVA dips lol. The employee that made my bowl was very friendly as well. I wish the Paramus location could step up their game since they're much closer to me. I'll stick to coming to Edgewater from now on.

    Create your own bowl
    Jenny R.

    10 for 10 - staff was amazing ! Line moved quickly but not rushing customers. Answered all questions and offered option if confused. Fresh full bowls. Manager even helping during a busy spout, not just sitting in the back. Had to ask for their names. Friendly-helpful-knowledgeable!! Shout out to Melissa and Yourois, great customer service!

    Well staffed for grand opening
    Cee E.

    On Saturday, I had to e pleasure of visiting Cava for the grand opening of its Edgewater location. This location is in the same plaza as the Target and Acme. They rang in the event with a Community Day. In addition to celebrating the opening of the restaurant, Cava also used this as a philanthropic opportunity. They were accepting and matching credit card donations up to $1000, with proceeds going to their local community partner Table to Table, New Jersey's first food rescue organization. At Saturday's event, we were able to sign up for a 15 minute pick up slot to pick up a free meal and drink. When we arrived there were employees by the door who greeted us and ushered us in. Surprisingly, there was no wait. They were very well staffed - at least 8 people were behind the counter. We got right on line and ordered our meals. We had the choice between a bowl and pita. I ordered a bowl with rice, honey chicken and cucumber tomato salad . You also get the Choice of a sauce, so I got tzatziki. I really liked the variety of options. The food seemed healthy but also flavorful. The chicken was spicier than I expected but still tasty. Overall, this was a pleasant experience and I'm grateful I was able to come in and try them out. Thank you for hosting this free event!

    Irina G.

    Cava just opened in Edgewater. We went to try it. The place was clean with plenty of seating room. The food was flavorful and ingredients fresh. Service was great - the people we met made an effort to answer questions and be of service. I would recommend trying the drinks - got a cucumber lemonade. It was very good. All the drinks were good. It was nice to be able to make my own bowl. I added rice, a protein and veggies. Was nice to have a tasty, well balanced meal without having to cook it. Cava has a 'fast food' feel to it but a nice option for a good, quick meal.

    Custom bowl
    Ashley R.

    Food first of all was so good, I always customize my bowl with my mom and the options that they have are always fresh and taste good. The service is always good making sure that we have an amazing experience. The interior is nice and clean. Overall amazing, will come back again.

    Chicken bowl take out
    Beatrice P.

    This is a casual option for dine in or take out. It is a make your own style restaurant- you choose a base, then protein, mix-ins, toppings, etc. The staff is usually friendly and helpful. I have done both dine-in and take out through Uber eats. My personal favorite is the chicken bowl. Their pickles and olives are especially tasty. Overall, you can't go wrong if you're looking for a quick, easy, inexpensive, and filling meal option.

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    the food was excellent. Good service from all workers, very ambitious to make clients happy

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    Was excited to try this as one opened up next to where I live. I love the harissa chicken. I usually get a salad bowl and it's very filling.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent Mediterranean food. Exceptional portions and decent service. Especially loved their sauces.

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    2 years ago

    Amazing service meat as juicy and tender!!!! Jeta was very helpful and explained everything and felt comfortable for my first visit!!!

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    2 years ago

    best restaurant ever. I had a geat time here. Service was great and food was exquisite. very nice place for small lunches

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    2 years ago

    Excellent food and very good service! I highly recommend this Cava!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    2 years ago

    The food is amazing. Everything was very clean and they're very helpful. Will be back soon.

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    3 years ago

    Great food and great service. Isabel, Ash and Julian were very helpful and kind. Definitely recommend!

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    3 years ago

    This place is so great ! Ash and Nader are awesome with suggestions ! Thanks guys for a great lunch

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    3 years ago

    Great service. Fresh food and clean environment. Ash is always a pleasure to work with in the line. Fast, thorough and efficient.

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    3 years ago

    Such a clean and nice place! Everyone is so friendly and food is amazing!!!!!!! Everyone needs to come here

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    3 years ago

    Thee Best!! So happy they opened the location, clean and great service/staff. I will be visit offer

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    Ask the Community - CAVA

    Lokal 83 Mediterranean Kitchen

    Lokal 83 Mediterranean Kitchen

    4.4
    (530 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Awesome place. We were looking for a place to grab some good food after a day at the museum. Lots…read moreof choices given the number of restaurants, so I am glad we ended here. The hummus and taziki dip were delicious did not taste packaged to pre-made at all. I got the lokal burger which is made w lamb meat and a fat slice of feta on top. It was delicious. Our table also ordered crab cakes, chicken wraps, and a kids cheese pizza. Everyone was more than satisfied w their meals. I would definitely love to go here again.

    Our party of seven adults and three children exited the Natural History Museum in need of…read morenourishment and a respite from the 100-degree heat. We came upon Lokal 83 and were seated at a large table toward the back of this pleasant restaurant. We ordered a family-style meal, sampling many of their dishes. PICK THREE - $27 * Eggplant Salad, Tzatziki, Ajvar ARUGULA & PEAR SALAD - $17 Fresh arugula with thinly sliced pear, walnuts, blue cheese, dried cranberries, olive oil, and honey vinaigrette. AVOCADO & TOMATO SALAD - $17 Fresh tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado, corn, fresh parsley, tossed with olive oil and lemon juice. BEETROOT & FETA CHEESE SALAD - $16 Beets, feta cheese, parsley, lemon vinaigrette, golden raisins, and walnuts. MIXED OLIVES - $12 Mediterranean olives mixed with lemon juice, garlic, oregano, chili flakes, and olive oil. CHEESE PASTRIES - $13 Fried, cigar-shaped crispy pastries stuffed with feta cheese and dill. ZUCCHINI PANCAKES - $17 Pan-fried zucchini pancakes served with garlic yogurt sauce. STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES - $14 Grape leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts, currants, and herbs. I sampled most of the dishes and thought all of the salads were very good, although the pear slices in the Arugula & Pear Salad could have been riper. The Eggplant Salad was really more of a dip than a salad, but it had excellent flavor. The Cheese Pastries were crispy, hot and tasty. The Zucchini Pancakes were bland and would have been better with a more generous serving of the garlic yogurt sauce. Service was good for the most part, though a little spotty at times, especially when it came time to get the check. Overall, this was a solid four-star dining experience. We'd be happy to return.

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    Eléa

    Eléa

    4.3
    (406 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$

    What a gem! We found Elea as we were walking around the uws. This is on a side street, which was…read morequieter and less noisy than on the main Columbus or Amsterdam avenues. Elea has an outdoor shed which was covered and very nice. We got a table in this shed with our baby and dog. The service was friendly. We ordered several dishes to share, the fried calamari, grilled octopus and lavraki, all on the lunch menu. I really enjoyed every single dish! I was so craving the fried calamari and this really hit the spot, I loved the dipping sauce (which was a light tomato's based sauce but it was not exactly marinara). I loved the octopus especially with hummus! And the fish which was a lot with 2 fillets of lavraki with a large portion of spinach! So yummy, we will absolutely be back and can't wait!

    Took a friend to Elèa for a dishwasher interview. He barely got through the front door before the…read more"interview" was done--less than a minute. From what he said he experienced, it felt like the focus was less on skills or experience and more on appearances. If they're posting a job on Craigslist, maybe they could save everyone time by noting who they aren't looking for. It was quick, it was clear, and it definitely left an impression--though not the kind you hope for in an interview. It definitely felt like being black affected the experience.

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    SHORT RIB YOUVETSI
xinomavro braised short rib, baked orzo,
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    SHORT RIB YOUVETSI xinomavro braised short rib, baked orzo, kefalograviera cheese
    Miriam

    Miriam

    4.0
    (343 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Came to Miriam on the Upper West Side a couple weeks ago and it's held up in my memory--which says…read morea lot. Food was excellent, cocktails were on point, and everything felt intentional. Not just good ideas--good execution. Service struck that rare balance: friendly, efficient, and never hovering. The space has a cool, polished vibe without trying too hard, and from an accessibility standpoint, it was easy to navigate and comfortable throughout. This is an easy return.

    Dreamy hummus on the UWS? Yes, please!…read more I was on a long walk from Midtown when I realized I needed food immediately. I consulted Yelp Assistant for vegan options in the area, and up popped Miriam with a plethora of Mediterranean small plates and I was sold. Since it was a Friday evening, I knew I was taking a chance without a reservation and the place was pretty packed, but there was a small table on the patio available. Since it was a chilly night, the cover was up and I'm sure it's more atmospheric (to match the cute interior) in more agreeable weather, but no matter here because once I tasted that hummus and warm, fresh pita, I really could've been sitting on a curb for all I cared. There's a lot of good hummus to be had in this world, and Miriam's ranks as one of the best I've had. Service was perfection and their wines by the glass are wonderful. I was a bit bummed that I had to make it a quick visit, but I expect that if and when I'm back in this part of town, I will gladly return.

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    Shalel

    Shalel

    4.1
    (738 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Shalel is a beautiful space that really makes you feel transported out of the city. The interior is…read morewarm and inviting, and the whole experience feels a bit like an escape. Service was great, friendly and accommodating, even though we had a late reservation close to kitchen closing, which we really appreciated. The food was just as impressive, especially in both flavor and portion size. The baba ghanoush was delicious and tasted just like the ones I grew up eating. The mixed grill was a standout in terms of value, with tender, well-seasoned meats and a generous portion. The chicken tagine was equally satisfying, with moist chicken and vegetables that complemented everything nicely. We finished with the warm date tart, which was definitely on the sweeter side but perfect if you enjoy desserts like that. Overall, it's a great spot for flavorful food, large portions, and an amazing atmosphere.

    Me and my friend just literally just walked by and the delicious smell stopped us. There is no…read moresigns just a menu outside by the entrance. We decided to try and OMG the first impression was absolutely amazing, I felt like I was in Morocco. The food we ordered were excellent and services were great. We not only dine we also met the locals who been dining there for years. I highly recommend this restaurant! I will be back very soon with more friends!

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    Mediterranean Mezze Spreads
    The romance this places offers is out of this

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    The romance this places offers is out of this

    CAVA - mediterranean - Updated July 2026

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