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    CAVA

    4.1 (616 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Open 10:30 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Diane K.

    Yesterday, I went to Santa Monica with my family and had lunch at Cava. It was my first time going to Cava, and my brother told me there is also a location in Burbank. Cava seems similar to Chipotle, but the ingredients were very fresh and the staff were extremely friendly. Adding sour cream to the ingredients I chose made it really delicious The cauliflower was also very tasty, (I'm not a big fan of cauliflower. But, it was tasty) and everything felt fresh and healthy, like I was doing something good for my body. All of the staff were very kind, which made the experience even better.

    Christine L.

    I loooove cava and the one in Culver City has been great but went to this location and the meal was weak sauce. Such a small quantity, prob not Coming back to this location!

    Chicken + steak bowl, green veggie
    Markeisha W.

    Hello Cava, I placed an order for pickup. The portion size for this bowl is very unacceptable.. This bowl was 15.00, I should at least get a decent amount of food. Can you please handle pickup orders the same as walk ins. Thank you, this bowl looking like chipotle !!

    The guy who does the first initial toppings, "rice/greens" is very rude and has a nasty attitude for no reason. The first impression of him really makes it seem like he hates his job and he can't be bothered enough to give a f! He should not be the first one to talk to customers. Please have someone more personable who greets people and speaks louder. He speaks in a very quiet tone and with a level of annoyance. I didn't even get a smile or a hello just straight attitude. I kept watching him to see if he was doing it to the other customers, he was. Mind you, he is the first person customers see and speak to!! If you don't like people, find another job, do not work in customer service/ food industry, or just go work in the kitchen instead!! All you do is get a bowl, put lettuce and rice in it. Your job does not take a lot of effort for you to have that much level of annoyance and rudeness. I've worked in food industry before, I am always kind to people even when I'm having a bad day!! Please be nicer to people!! I was already having a rough day! You never know what someone else is going through. Your attitude sucks and ruined my experience and I really enjoy cava and come frequently to this location, disappointing and makes me not want to come back again.

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    Connor Y.

    Cava is a really cool Mediterranean chain restaurant and the do a chiplote style serving with Mediterranean food. The service was good the only thing that bugged me was my bowl spilt when they were making and they didn't go back and add more food to it. But I got Brown Rice Crazy Feta Harissa Corn Pita chips Cheese Skugh Hot Honey Vignette All in all it was god but the dining experience its self could have been better also wish I got more toppings 3/5

    Build your own bowl with lots of rice, veggies, and meats.
    Julian ..

    Roger and Anaya and the team in the kitchen are awesome. They are all so friendly and welcoming. They make visiting Cava, ordering food, and eating here such an easy and warm experience. The food is great with lots of variety and healthy options. Thank you all!

    Steak and harissa bowl
    Jessica L.

    To start off, this is our first time trying out this establishment so didn't know what to expect. Food was amazing, flavors were so tasty. Service was soso, the employee helping us thought we were ordering one bowl instead of two, didn't ask us if we needed anything else. Ambiance was clean and would definitely return.

    My Cava Bowl

    Cava in Santa Monica has officially become my new go-to. The customer service here is truly next level -- not just my server Ayana who went above and beyond to provide a fine dining experience, but everyone on the floor made me feel welcomed, taken care of, and genuinely appreciated from the moment I walked in. You can tell the team takes pride in what they do. The food? Outstanding. Fresh, healthy, flavorful, and surprisingly filling. Everything tastes intentional -- like they actually care about the ingredients and the experience. It's rare to find a place where the vibes, the service, and the food are all consistently excellent, but Cava delivers across the board. If you're looking for a spot with great energy, superb customer service, and food that hits every time, this is it. Easily my new favorite place in Santa Monica. Highly recommend!

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    Great food and nice people! Would recommend this place to anyway! Very high class!!!!!

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    amazing staff and give great service. alex made my friends and i experience so great!! definitely need to come back soon

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    Food was mid but Adelyn made my experience amazing. She greeted me and complimented me. I really needed a compliment today, thank you queen.

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    amazing customer care and exelent food and service they always make me feel like a MVP ! always gone and get double protein !

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    1 year ago

    the food and service were great ! Alex was so friendly and helpful . my out of town guests loved the food

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    2 years ago

    Tha food service & tha customers wuz exceptional. Tha place wuz very clean, I really dug tha atmosphere & Sara wuz very helpful.

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    Love all their salad combos .. the dressing .. they give you 2 when ordering your salad .. in love with Cava !!

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    2 years ago

    Fast service and amazing food. I work in the area and it's a cheaper healthier option for lunch! Also shout out to Nadia for great service!

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    alex is just a sweetheart. made my time at cava so special and fun. so kind and funny!!

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    I eat here all the time, the staff are all very kind. Thanks Art, Waverly, Terica, and the rest!

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    Tartine

    Tartine

    4.1
    (874 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Wonderful ambience! This is not a full service restaurant. You wait in line ( many times the line…read moreis out the front door onto the side walk. This part is a bit stressful. Order and pay at the counter and find a table indoors or outside. Both areas are nice, however inside, the noise level is a wee bit louder, however I haven't had any issues having a conversation with a friend. For those with sensitive ears, just sit outside. One can come here for coffee. Free refills! You can ask for a cup ( their cups are glass), but the coffee doesn't stay warm long. If you plan on sitting there and don't mind a paper cup To Go, order your coffee in a To Go cup. Food: each time I have ordered food to eat there, it arrives promptly and presented beautifully. Their sandwiches are made with their house made bread! Delicious! Try to save room for one of their pastries or desserts. Tartine is an oasis to relax, unwind, catch up with friends, people watch. Parking: paid lot, adjacent, not cheap.

    The food is good but the parking is a nightmare. There is a…read moreparking lot adjacent that is advertised as $1 for the first 45 min with validation. But: They have a crazy attendant that spies where you are walking and decides how much you pay based on his opinion vs your receipt from the store and validation stamps. When I came back he said I owed him $15. I showed him my receipt but he claimed he watched me walk away and so validation doesn't count anymore. I refused to pay for his demand and he told me I am banned from the parking lot. He is on crack. Shame because tartine will lose clients because of this dudes behavior. I used to go several times each week but I can't deal with this guy making up rules depending on whether he likes you or not.

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    Inside, to-go boxes, cups and water station
    Inside, to-go boxes, cups and water station
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    Croissants and cookies
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    Crimson

    Crimson

    4.3
    (382 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I always go to the crimson on ocean park but I needed a sit down place with outlets so I could get…read moresome journaling in so I ran into this location. sooo yummy as always, their sweet potato fries are eliteeee, a must try side. I also got an iced coffee which was delicious. the server was really nice and the food cake out quick. love it here

    Where do I begin?…read more This was my last day in the beautiful land of California, and before heading out to catch my flight back to the South, I was craving Mediterranean food. I've been on a bit of a Mediterranean kick lately, thank you Cava for that. First impressions? The environment was beautiful. Seriously photo worthy. As a photographer, I couldn't help but admire the architecture inside and around the area. It had that visual vibe that made me excited to be there. There was no line when we walked in, so I quickly landed on my order: the Crimson Chicken Wrap (white meat) with a side of babaganoush, and the Chicken Shawarma (dark meat) with a side of fries. Everything sounded solid. But then... we waited. And waited. Over 30 minutes passed. In that time, about 3 to 4 other customers came in, placed their orders, got their food, and left. Meanwhile, we were still waiting on two of their more popular items. I tried to be patient, gave them the benefit of the doubt, until I saw someone who arrived 25 minutes after us get their Chicken Shawarma within 10 minutes of walking in. Given that we were on a time crunch with other places to be, the delay was beyond frustrating. We ended up speaking with the manager and shared our concerns, but by that point, the experience was already soured. Now for the food. I wanted to like it. The first bite had promise, but after that, it just felt like I was eating out of obligation. For the price point, the service delays, and the lackluster flavor, I honestly can't recommend the entrées I tried. The coffee? It seemed to be good, but not enough to bring me back just for that. I wish I could give Crimson a stronger review, especially because the space itself is stunning. But in the end, it was a case of style over substance. I'd give it a 2.5 out of 5, though I did walk away with some great photos, at least.

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    Asian Chicken Salad
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