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    CAVA

    4.2 (464 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Bowl and drink
    Maria R.

    Service is questionable really depends when you go sometimes there friendly and helpful other times they have a bad attitude that people are coming in. They have a lot of seats but its usually busy and hard to get one. The food is good if you get it fresh but they also run out of things a lot. I went early in the morning around 1130 an hour after opening they didnt have some of the dressing and pita strips. Also didnt put points on my app when I scanned it.

    Grilled chicken bowl
    Tinesi P.

    The first time I had Cava was in North Carolina, and it was so good. So when I saw one at Union Square, I was like yassss Real chill vibes and everyone was very friendly, and it's clean. Now, I'm not gonna say it's cheap, it's more of a "treat yourself" kind of spot but it's worth it. If you love Middle Eastern food and Mediterranean this is definitely for you. Everything was flavorful, it never disappoints. It's like lunch and dinner combined because I do give you a great amount. Don't underestimate your bowl.

    Braised lamb with all the fixins
    Cheryl N.

    Such a fan of Cava and really love this location. Delicious food, great portions, and friendly staff. Thank you Cava. The braised lamb never disappoints. My friend tried the steak and loved it. I think the lemonades and drinks are a nice touch. It can get really crowded, but we were able to find a seat within 10 minutes.

    Jessica J.

    When my dressing got slathered on their while the server was distracted gossiping with someone, I knew it was going to be bad. I wouldn't get it again. There are much more tastier "fast food" bowl options around. Chipotle, dos toros, naya are all better than this.

    Custom bowl with brown rice, grilled chicken, avocado, corn, tomato/cucumber salad, arugula, and tzatziki sauce
    Crystal L.

    It was my first time coming here and I was treated by my stepson! He's a big fan so I decided to finally try it. I enjoyed it so much there weren't any leftovers! I ordered a bowl with grilled chicken and it was delish! One thing I didn't really like was the service. The server was a little unprofessional while serving me. He was too busy talking to his coworkers while serving and I felt rushed while ordering. I also tried their blueberry lavender drink & i was not a fan! I would definitely go back though and try the rest of their options!

    Top: Braised lamb, Bottom: Harrisa honey chicken.
    Riana R.

    I haven't had Cava in a while and i forgot how delish their rice bowls are. I got the braised lamb(very good) and Harissa honey chicken(spicy and good! Not too sweet) I ordered with all toppings except olives. Yogurt dill sauce, 1/2 supergreens 1/2 saffron basmati rice, hummus, roasted eggplant, tzatziki. Loveee their pita chips(regular not spicy) I can taste all the ingredients and sauces taste very fresh. And you can see the staff cuttin/makin everythin fresh there(open kitchen) Just wanna say the staff at this Union Square Location were very welcoming and very nice and helpful. It's pretty rare to find good service nowadays .. when everybody so crangky most of the time. Thank youuuu!

    Kids Pita
    Varsha T.

    i absolutely love cava. my go-to is the kids meal, because for me it's a good portion for one meal. it comes with a side drink, and i always get the lavender blueberry lemonade. it has a subtle sweetness with an underlying lavender essence, which is a unique combination. for the main meal itself, i get a side of grains. that the pita is soft and pairs perfectly with the spicy chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, and corn with harissa dressing. overall, i love that i can customize according to what toppings and sauces i want that day. i would strongly recommend trying the harissa dressing if you like spicy food, it adds a wonderful kick that goes so well with the creamy yogurt-based sauces. the kids meal also comes with a side of carrots or pita chips. while the wait at cava can be long, i think it's definitely worth it, and usually the line moves pretty quickly. the service was wonderful, and there is ample seating inside.

    allegedly a DOUBLE RICE grains + greens bowl.

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    The chicken/lamb bowl is delicious and the amount of food they give you is massive. The service is super quick, with a very friendly staff.

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    Love a Mediterranean chipotle. The mixture of flavors are a little weird and don't give it 5 stsrs, but it's still good

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    best mediterranean food ever! so happy this restaurant opened up in nyc!

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    Ask the Community - CAVA

    What is inside the popular cucumber drink here? Is it thyme or mint? I can't remember the 3 things in it

    Cucumber, strawberry and mint

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    Monkey Bar - Smoked Whitefish Caesar (~$28)

    Monkey Bar

    4.3(526 reviews)
    2.0 miMidtown East

    As reservations go, this was hard but not as hard as Polo Bar or Carbone! One of my friends opened…read moreher TikTok and was trying to try their Monkey Bread so as a good friend, I booked it! Reservations open 2 weeks in advance around 10am and they go super fest so I recommend you try for the day you need as for me I could only have gotten brunch on a Sunday. Those people spam the crap out of their buttons for the dinner spots and when I went I can see why. The place is brimming with old school New York charm and it's completely overwhelmingly beautiful and has an old jazzy vibe to it. It's large and spacious and they sat us in the middle of the entire restaurant. (I had a group of 6) The vibe was so good you don't really want to leave and they also don't really kick you out. I think we were the last ones to exit for brunch but they were so nice they didn't kick us out. Their espresso martinis are ok. It wasn't as amazing as a regular cocktail bar but it is just ok. We started off with a shrimp cocktail, smoked whitefish Caesar salad and the two plates of truffle monkey bread which was soooo good. I really enjoyed this as it's the main reason we came here. It's almost like a honey dinner roll with truffle. We got everything next which some people got their own and some shared. Some people got their own American breakfast platter which was some overdone eggs and a meat with gigantic toast and if you only order scrambled eggs it comes in a bowl but I would much rather order their classics like steak sandwich and the spicy shrimp was pretty good! Fries are top tier! I can see why people just come here for dinner. I would give it mostly 5 stars for the overall ambiance and environment and a few classics. I think their old fashioned is better than their espresso martinis though even though it looks so good in this type of setting! It's hard to get a reservation though so next time I'll need to try some new things if I score another!

    Go for lunch, easier to get a res! Wowed by the truffle…read morebread and mushrooms Ambiance is super moody, the restaurant is darkly lit, it's automatically night when you walk in. Menu - we got steak, truffle bread, chicken parm, fries, and a pasta - solid portions, always tasty, they're reliably delicious

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    Monkey Bar - Spicy Shrimp scampi

    Spicy Shrimp scampi

    Monkey Bar - Truffle Monkey Bread (~$35)

    Truffle Monkey Bread (~$35)

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    Sandwell - Healthyish Toasted Sandwiches

    Sandwell

    4.5(114 reviews)
    3.5 miUpper West Side

    Wish this was in my neighborhood. I remembered it from last year, when I attended a nearby concert…read more Staff is still amazing! I'm currently living for the chicken ramp special!! Had it on a wrap. Absolutely divine! I probably shouldn't wait a year to return!

    I would give this a 2.5/5, honestly. I do not wish any ill…read moreupon anyone associated with business, just want to give my constructive feedback on my food/experience! Decor/actual restaurant: This particular location is very small and tight with limited in-store seating. The interior is cute, I like the blue color theme they have here. For a restaurant designed for to-go orders, I believe that there could be more waiting room and a couple less chairs. Service: Like many "fast food adjacent" restaurants, the people who work there have good customer service but I imagine deal with the worst. I know they're doing great with the situation they're in. Kudos to them. Food: this is probably my harshest critique. I ordered a pesto chicken sandwich, and it was fine. I don't believe it was worth the $16 I spent though. The chicken was kind of bland, tasted similarly to frozen grilled chicken pieces you buy from a grocery store. I do wish there was more sauce. The pesto tasted good but overall there was too much bread. I fear you would be better off making something like this at home for a comparable price. The bread was good, just too much. I don't want to base the menu on this sandwich alone, a lot of the menu options sounded delicious, but this was just the experience I had!

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    Sandwell - Inside tables

    Inside tables

    Sandwell - Truffled Mushroom Cheese"steak"

    Truffled Mushroom Cheese"steak"

    Sandwell - Mac & Cheese & Peas

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    Le Botaniste - Superseed avocado, Veggie Sushi Roll, Carrot Detox

    Le Botaniste

    4.5(310 reviews)
    1.1 miSoHo
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    I believe I've found a permanent solution for lunch upon my monthly haircut trip to lower…read moreManhattan. For a dairy-intolerant vegetarian, Le Botaniste offers safe, healthy, clean, diverse, and delicious food, and friendly service - why should one go anywhere else? When I entered its bright, spacious and nicely decorated premises, I was greeted right away by a staff, who most patiently explained all their food items and the process of ordering, answered my questions, and offered great suggestions. Everything on display was a feast for the eye and and enhancement for one's appetite. I chose the combo meal of half Longevity Bowl (I really wanted to try their Falafel!) and soup of the day (tomato soup). Everything comes with a pile of add-ons. I don't remember them all, but whatever they suggested and gave me, the combination tasted just awesome! The soup was thick in texture, rich in flavour, crunchy with the chopped nuts and seeds, and piping hot. Every bite of the Longevity Bowl was surprisingly delightful. I wasn't super hungry but somehow devoured everything as if starved. I didn't feel stuffed afterwards, just totally satisfied, but the actual "fullness" lasted much longer than I expected. Such is the magic of life-enriching organic produce. Upon departure, I was handed a card, which records one's visits, and after 5 visits, one gets a free bowl! I will certainly come back enough times for that :-)

    I love coming to this organic and healthy eatery, especially since you can earn points on purchases…read morethat can be redeemed for discounts and free products. You don't need to download an app, just sign up for Le Botaniste Rewards at the register before making a payment. This is the healthiest meal I can find in SoHo, Manhattan. Everything is gluten free, and many items are also dairy free and soy free. Good service from the eatery staff. The place wasn't busy. Just note, there are restrooms available for customers only. I love the comfortable and cozy atmosphere. The Moroccan Veggies are delicious and healthy! The Omega 3 Brownie is to die for. On top of that, drinks come with ceramic cups and meals are served in ceramic bowls along with stainless steel utensils.

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    Le Botaniste - Superseed Avocado and a glass of organic wine! My go-to order

    Superseed Avocado and a glass of organic wine! My go-to order

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    CAVA - mediterranean - Updated September 2026

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