Cava has the reputation of being the rich man's chipotle. I ordered a curated chicken and rice bowl rather than pointing at various items. It ender up being a generious portion of highly flavorful food. So is it worth it? Not really unless you have the financial means. It was tasty and worth a splurge. This location benefits tremendously from their location across from the Temecula hospital. This place is busy and they don't have enough seating based on customer volume. Best option is order togo. . read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

My experience at Cava was honestly one of the most uncomfortable dining experiences I've had in a long time--and not because of the food. While waiting in line, I witnessed the general manager openly chastising employees in front of customers. Not a quick correction or quiet conversation--full-on public humiliation. It created an incredibly tense and awkward atmosphere that made it hard to even enjoy being there. Out of concern, I asked one of the staff members why no one spoke up, and what I heard was even worse. I was told that the last employee who pushed back ended up getting stuck with the worst shifts and eventually had their hours cut down to practically nothing until they quit. If that's true, it speaks volumes about the kind of environment this management team is creating. No one should feel intimidated or punished for standing up for themselves at work. It's disappointing to support a business where employees appear to be treated this way. Regardless of how the food tastes, I won't be returning knowing what's happening behind the counter. Respect your staff--customers notice more than you think. read more

First time trying this place and it did not disappoint! The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. I went around lunchtime, and even though it was busy, the line moved quickly. The restaurant was also very clean, which I really appreciated. My daughter enjoyed her plate with chicken, rice, and pita bread. I ordered a bowl and everything tasted fresh, and the chicken was perfectly seasoned. The pita chips were especially delicious! They also have a good variety of drinks to choose from. My only wish is that the indoor seating area were a bit larger. There are tables outside, but since it was raining, we ended up eating in the car. Overall, we had a great experience and I'll definitely be back! read more

I love CAVA! Tried it in Irvine and fell in love. I was excited when they opened one near me. This standalone restaurant has plenty of parking. There's plenty of seating. I didn't get a greeting on arrival. Service here is lackluster. The only thing going for it is the food which is good! I love that I can get healthy Mediterranean food, Subway style! read more

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Great quaint location and very clean area! The staff is pleasant and helpful serving with a smile! The food is always fresh, healthy and delicious! Today I tried the Salmon......BOMB!!! read more

CAVA - Salmon Bowl and Braised Spicy Lamb + Avocado - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

Cava is so fresh and delicious, I love the flavors and variety that they have. I always customize my bowl and feel comfortable to get adventurous with all the hummus, dressing and topping options. I can craft the perfect level of spiciness when I'm in the mood for it. Usually it's a long wait, sometimes when you order ahead, but it doesn't bother me because they're always busy. And cashiers have been so friendly when I pull up my app to use rewards. read more

This was my first time here and invited a good friend here for lunch. It was bright and clean inside but rather small. Thankfully there is an outdoor patio with more tables. It was rather crowded but the line moved at a good pace. I ordered the Greek Salad. It was fresh & delicious! The portions were generous so I had to take half of it to go. My friend had been here before and is a fan. She had the rice bowl and couldn't finish hers either. I will definitely return to try their other offerings! Service was quick & friendly! read more

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First time going here. Price was a little up there for the amount of protein you get. But eating the food felt fresh and tasty. Service was great with the first person asking what we will be having Pita or Bowl, to DJ filling up the drink station. There is a lot of seating but during lunch rush, seating is no where to be found. Felt like it was more expensive than Chipotle, but the food felt to be a cleaner eat. I liked the choices of drinks. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

I finally got around to going to CAVA. I was looking forward to it because when we walked in the place was busy and almost all tables were taken. I ordered the chicken + rice bowl and the spicy Aleppo drink. I was disappointed with both. Mediterranean food is so flavorful, but my bowl was cold and bland. The chicken pieces were tiny, and rice and sauces had no flavor. The Aleppo drink was nothing special. I don't know if it's just me - they had a steady line the whole time we were there, but I don't see the hype around this place. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

Cava food is really delicious and seems healthy for you if you don't add too much sauce. I enjoy the rice, beans and lamb meatballs. They have some good roasted vegetables too. Nice mix of toppings to add as well. The sauces are so good too. Very nice staff. They also have suggestions so you don't add things that don't taste good together. They have good drinks as well. read more

I have mixed feelings about this place. I had a Custom salad and it was decent, however, there were a few negatives that were difficult to overlook. First, it was very salty. Second, the overall portion size was not sizable enough to cost $14. And third, the amount of my selected protein was extremely lacking. Several of the protein types (basically all of them aside from chicken) , cost $3-5 dollars extra (in addition to the $14, I got grilled chicken as my protein). This is another eatery with potential that I wish improved on execution. read more

CAVA - Built my own salad with grilled chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

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Mediterranean food is my fave, so CAVA has been on my list to try for a while! When I found myself in this area while a friend was at the nearby hospital, I finally had my chance. I really liked the options, and building my custom Greens & Grains bowl. The sauces were so flavorful. It was a delicious and filling meal. For counter service, perhaps it is a bit pricey, but at least I found it to be a satisfying meal! One note - if you are avoiding spicy, be sure to ask, as some things might be spicier than you'd expect just going off their description. This was not a problem for me - I love spice! I look forward to returning and trying more things. I really enjoyed the green Skhug sauce. read more

I was more impressed with this place than I expected to be and just wish I had tried it sooner. Prices can seem high for fast casual, but their quality and fresh offerings are better than typical fast casual dining and the portions are huge. My husband and I split a bowl with hot harissa pita chips and a drink and we both were full. Sharing the bowl seems best too since the greens may wilt if you try to save for later. This is a new location in the area so all new employees but they were all so nice, patient, helpful, and seemed so knowledgeable already. I can't wait to go back and try different food options. read more

CAVA - Spicy lamb and avocado - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

I am super excited to have a healthy fast food option walking distance from where we live. The eat in space is on the smaller side with a walk thru ordering line where servers make your build to order bowl, and a fountain drink station. It's very nice. There is also some outdoor seating, which really needs some umbrellas to make it more appealing to eat outside, especially during hot days. I ordered online for take out and it was super easy and seamless. I ordered for a 6pm pick up and I walked out the door with my to go order exactly at 6pm! Our meals were two grilled chicken bowls with all the fixings. While it was an okay meal, it was just that--just okay. The chicken didn't have that nicely flavored grilled taste or seasoning, it just didn't wow me. I think I was comparing the meal to what I get at Red Pine Cafe, which is a few blocks away. If you have ever tried a bowl at Red Pine Cafe you will know what I mean. Anyway, Cava is still a good option for a quick, healthy meal. Just. It as good as Red Pine Cafe read more

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I have been a long-time fan of CAVA after trying it at La Jolla and Carmel Mountain locations, so I was excited to hear about the newest location opening up in Temecula. I got my usual bowl with 1/2 greens and rice, 3 choice sauces, grilled chicken protein with everything with toppings and my favorite date vinaigrette. Usually, they pack a lot more in a bowl where the lid has trouble closing but here, there was less food in a given bowl. The flavors were the same as always which was reassuring of their quality control. Don't know why the portion size is much smaller in Temecula, but otherwise it was the same great food that keeps me coming back for more. read more

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This place is really really fresh good and Tasty !!! Nice and clean inside and the customer service was excellent !!!!! Thanks Quin & Monica ! You both made it easy and simple for my wife and I who haven't been here before and really didn't know what we wanted !! That's the kind of service that will make people come back read more

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FIRST TIME here & I was wondering why there was so many 1 STAR REVIEWS? The 1 star reviews were given at least 2 weeks ago so PLEASE COME BACK because they have IMPROVED! SONG OF THE DAY to play along with this YELP REVIEW: YMCA by the Village People... Young man, yes I was greeted by a young man so there's no need to feel down. CAVA is new in this town! The 4 people in the front were AWESOME! I couldn't remember all their names but shout out to DONOVAN & HANNAH. I was LOST and confused to how to order and THEY were all FRIENDLY, PATIENT and took there time to help explain because I was READY to just ask for a little bit of everything as if I was at CHIPOTLE! My BOWL was filled up to the MAX! It was good enough for 2 meals!! I was only able to finish half!! FAVORITE ITEM: FALAFEL & PITA BREAD Everything was fresh and delicious!! PARKING: PLENTY SERVICE: A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ROCK ON CAVA!!! read more

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Looks delicious but I would want the servers at the assembly to wear masks. I think talking while preparing is a health issue for patrons. read more

It was my first time at a Cava and it was delicious. More flavor than I anticipated. Eilene and Victor were very helpful in creating my bowl, since it was my first time ordering. We will definitely be back! read more

Just ok.. I wasn't pleased they use the plastic hormone disruptive bags for cooking the meat .. sous vide style. I never thought that was a good idea. Heating up plastic to cook food. Yuck! Also, I'm sure the balance of the food is cooked in seed oils. I just wish Temecula would have cleaner food options like San Diego and Orange County. Los angeles, Northern Cali .. etc. read more

The food was delicious. The service is great and the restaurant is clean. It's so nice to have a healthy quick option. Isaiah and Aiden were amazing. We came in late and they took care of us as if they had just opened. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

FINALLY!! We have a CAVA in Temecula! I got a bowl and everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The staff was really nice too, and the whole vibe was clean and chill. Definitely my new favorite spot for a healthy bite read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

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What a disappointment! I've been to multiple CAVA locations, but this one wins first place for Slowest Service. Have you seen the movie Zootopia? Remember the DMV scene where the sloth takes FOREVER to do anything? That was the entire crew at CAVA yesterday. It was 3 p.m.--not even a peak meal time. Four employees were visible behind the counter. The line wrapped halfway around the restaurant. At first, I thought that was a good sign--they must be killin' it here! We got in line and began our wait... and waited... and waited. After about ten minutes of watching the most unmotivated-looking crew, we finally reached the glass counter area--only to wait more. One crew member acknowledged us, then said she'd be right back before heading to the front of the line to do something else. Of the other three employees, one was in the fridge area doing something, while the other two just stood around as the line kept growing. No manager was in sight, and if there was one, they weren't managing. We weren't in a rush, so we stayed--until we saw the flies. Standing there, looking at the food we were about to order, we watched three flies walking along the counter and right onto the food. They did their little dances, with their poopy little fly feet, all over the hummus and harissa steak for the customer in front of us, then moved on to the rice and other toppings. They had plenty of time because no one was moving fast enough to shoo them away. That was it. We left. No CAVA for us. The dining area itself looked clean--that's the only positive thing I can say about this visit. I hope they find a way to motivate their crew. You'd think $20 an hour would be enough... apparently not. We ended up at a nearby sit-down Greek restaurant, PANGAEA, and spent about the same as we would have at CAVA. It was delicious--and fly-free. read more

Place is good, foods great but serving sizes are very inconsistent; especially when ordering online. For close to a $20 bowl I'd expect it to be more than half full. Pictured is my bowl after shaking it up to mix. Pretty disappointing. Don't waste your money, go to chipotle across the way read more

CAVA - Skimped bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

Are cava opened up probably a little under six months ago we've been there multiple times but what we have noticed recently as of March 2026 is that their portions have gotten smaller that's right guys so we're paying the same price for less product but the great taste and flavor and qualities is still there. You're just not getting as much as when they began six months ago we give this place a seven out of 10 and reason it's not 10 out of 10 is due to the pricing it's a little pricey, especially if you go overboard on your meats and you don't don't go with the general basic chicken and beef but give it a try. We do enjoy it because it's healthy and I guess you're gonna pay for healthy quality products. Have a great day. read more

They all serve differently I love this place it's a hit or miss last week I got 6 little pieces of chicken. I went back and got 2 scoops instead of 1 scoop and it's never consistent at cava sometimes my bowl is half way filled and sometimes my bowl is filled and then you pay $15-20 a bowl really makes me want to just go back to chipotle . read more

The restaurant itself was clean, cool, and had plenty of seating. The setup and vibe reminded me of Chipotle, with a casual build-your-own bowl style. They offered fountain drinks and a small selection of specialty beverages. The service was good. The employees were attentive and helpful. I ordered the Harissa Honey Chicken Bowl, which was extremely spicy--but unfortunately, it lacked depth of flavor. It felt like heat for the sake of heat. When I got home, I also noticed a strange, tough chunk of chicken that I couldn't even break apart. Not ideal. We also tried a Make-Your-Own Bowl with steak. The steak was bland and didn't stand out at all. The sides were equally underwhelming: the hummus tasted like basic store-bought hummus, and the tzatziki lacked the tang or seasoning you'd hope for. Both came in very small portions. While they had a decent variety of dressings to choose from, the two we picked were also lacking in flavor. Overall: The concept has potential, but the execution just felt basic and underwhelming. Needs more attention to seasoning, and flavor to really compete. read more

QUIIIIIN!!!! ISIAAAAAH YALL ARE SO GREAT, first time ever trying cava, didnt have a clue of how anything works, quinn being great at explaining everything and even making it such a fun first experience! Isiah! that man working like he got 4 arms! this team is great and i will FOR SURE, be coming here for the long run! Preciate it guys!!!! FOOD WAS SO BOMB AND THEY HAD GREAT MUSIC TOO WWWWW read more

I only gave it one star because it was tasty however, why was 95% of the bowl full of lentils??? Barely any lettuce and 3lbs of lentils? Why tf would they do something like this? I paid almost $20 for this bowl and it's just a bowl of fu**ng lentils! I am pissed right now because this was my dinner and now I have to eat something else because they put 5 pieces of lettuce.. they should be ashamed!! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

The food at CAVA was actually really good and fresh, no complaints there. However, the overall vibe wasn't the best. This was my first time eating here, so I had a few questions about the menu and how everything worked. Unfortunately, the staff didn't seem very patient and came off a bit unwelcoming, which made the experience feel awkward. I get that it can be busy, but a little friendliness goes a long way, especially for first-time customers. I'd come back just hope the customer service improves. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

The amount of Cava bowls I eat in a month is honestly kind of wild, so I was excited when one finally opened one in Temecula. I'd heard mixed reviews about long waits, which made me hesitate, but I went this week and it wasn't bad at all. There were only a few people in front of me. Service wasn't super fast like a place rushing you out the door, but it wasn't slow either -- they were just more chill about it. Food was good, like always. I customize my bowl every time with my go-to toppings, and everything tasted fresh. Ambience felt clean and modern, exactly what you expect from Cava. read more

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I brought my family here for a pre news years eve meal and it was so delicious! The workers are very helpful and kind especially one nice man, Sami. He was patient with all 9 of my family members and very attentive! Will definitely be coming back to Cava! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

This is like a healthy food Chipotle. They make wraps and bowls and have many other goodies, like fried pita chips, brownies and blondies. Staff is really nice. Cute place to grab a healthy bite to eat. The chicken+rice bowl was delicious!They have indoor and outdoor seating. Nice ambiance. This place was busy at 4:30 in the afternoon. We are coming back! read more

CAVA - Chicken and rice bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

I went in on May 7th, and the lovely lovely girl who made my order was so sweet and sooooo patient with me as it was my first time trying CAVA. She gave me the best recommendation, salmon. I loved the food. I loved the service from that girl I believe her name is Jessica. Excellent customer service!!!!!! 10/10 coming again. read more

I have cava here once or twice a week for lunch! I've been to a lot of cavas and this by far is the best! The employees are all so nice and attentive and the food is always consistent and delicious! Thank you cava Temecula! read more

Great service today. Food is always fresh. So much flavor, a little party in your mouth.

new location in temecula super close to pechanga in a nice open area they have some out door seating first time seeing drive through pick up read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Temecula, California

Placed my online order at 5:45 pm for 6:15 pm for pick up, I didn't receive until almost 7:15 pm. The inside of the store was a madhouse, at certain times I was shoulder to shoulder from how busy it was inside. From both, customers in line to order, and also customers waiting for their online orders. On to the food, the portions and presentation of the food was pretty decent, more so than other locations I've been to. I probably won't be back in a few months until the staff works the kinks out and the commotion is over. read more

The lentils were not cooked they were hard as a rock, I felt sick after eating their bowl! Other than that the bowl had good flavor but the grains were not cooked, I was biting into uncooked lentils. Very disappointed read more

Customer service was great! They moved the line very fast. The prices were reasonable for the size and options.