The customer service is great and the food is just so amazing. The portion sizes are perfect and the pita chips are top 10 out of all the foods in the world. read more

My brother absolutely LOVES CAVA and comes here every other week. I hadn't never been here and we were on our way to Vegas so we decided to stop by and he would redeem his birthday coupon. They are located in downtown Brea in a very popular area with not enough parking spots at almost any time of day so keep in mind that you may need to walk a bit to get here. There are some shared tables on the outside and indoor seating. This is a fast casual restaurant where you queue and order as you go down the line and the build up your food. The staff were friendly and helpful explaining me how it works. I got a bowl with chicken and grilled veggies and added a few things. Overall I felt like the food was pretty healthy and filling. I was only able to eat half and saved the other half for later. They offer to go orders, delivery and pickup only. They have an area where they place the orders that are ready. The place was very clean and welcoming. read more

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Great experience the food is always self and fresh lots of flavor and manage is so so Nice and personable.. We need more people and places like this. read more

Great food and super fresh ingredients. Everything was made quickly and tasted really good. The place was clean and had a great vibe. Briton was awesome/always welcoming !! Really friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better. I recommend Cava :) read more

5 stars to Christa and James for stellar service with a smile!!! Imagine a CAVA that greets you warmly, warns you about the beef upcharge for premium and gives you according to your desire in a kind and generous manner. Salted oat meal cookie was perfection. Their warm pita wedge was DIVINE!!! Their pickled red onions are LIFE ALTERING JOY MAKING goodness!!! They really made my day. Even though this is farther away from my house i will go back to this location...ALWAYS!!! Clean with great vibes all around. Well staffed. FYI - the beef steak is a little chewy though / gristly. :/ To everyone wearing dentures: watch out!!! Lol read more

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OMG Briton is the absolute BEST. Amazing customer service and extremely helpful! The food is fresh and delicious. Again, say hi to briton if he's there, he's an angel !!! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

This place is great ! The workers are great vibe, young fast and clean food. The healthy options are unbelievable. One of the best choices in downtown Brea rn read more

CAVA - Steak and salmon bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Ordered pick up and there was literally NO FOOD in our $50 order. We usually get a bowl filled to the top. This time no food, even in the "double chicken" bowl there's nothing. Called and no answer and it says to submit a report online. Total BS. read more

CAVA - Double meat bowls. $50 worth of food. Did they run out of stuff in the back? - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

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Cava is Mediterranean food with a build-your-own meal style system similar to Chipotle. After visiting, I can see why so many people I know speak favorably about this place. Customized bowls seem fairly priced at $12.95 given the quality and quantity of food you receive. The price does jump up considerably once you start adding extras or premium items (like the Harissa Honey Chicken for an extra $1.95). I think the best thing to do is just stick to the normal selections. All the dips and sauces you add end up coating everything and dominate the flavors in it (also they do offer a harissa dip and a harissa vinaigrette dressing anyway). I like how fresh the ingredients are and the generous size of the bowl. It's good but I don't think it's worth waiting in a long line for. This day they offered free Pita Chips with orders. I know this sounds odd but they tasted just like Keebler's Club Crackers. I do think they should have eased up on the salt and pepper seasoning a bit. I couldn't finish it because of how salty mine was. read more

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Amazing customer service !!! they are all super attentive and friendly, the blonde haired guy helped me and my friends so well with our order. The food is soooooooo delicious and it was a great experience and ambiance overall for me and my friends , i highly recommend!! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Ordered online for takeout for lunch and I made my own bowl! When I got there, my bowl was ready pretty quick based on the time I put online. Worker who served me was kind and friendly. My bowl was delicious!! I got the chicken with all the toppings that I like. To be honest, I was not a fan of Cava before, I don't know what was wrong with me. It def grew on me though. It's also very affordable! About 13 bucks for a great portion of food for lunch, so worth it! Since I work close to this Cava location, I'll be coming back at least once a week for a high-quality chicken bowl. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

I love CAVA and the items they offer a mediterranean version of Chiptole. You pick your base, toppings and protein along with sauce. You really can't go wrong. First time at this location. Parking lot could be challenging but a solid option if you want a healthier eating out option. read more

This was my first location to any CAVA so I had no other location to compare it to. The people working there were all very friendly and helpful when it came to figuring out how to order and what to order. They were patient,kind and helpful. The food was plentiful which I'm always down for and very fresh and delicious. I will definitely be back. read more

Food was so good and the customer service was so good! and the inside of store was so clean and everyone was so friendly. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

I've been to this Brea location a few times & it's hit or miss. Sometimes the lettuce is fresh, other times it's a bit wilted. I prefer the falafel over beef or chicken, which I found, not moist. One time the guy that helped me hardly put any greens in my bowl, I had to ask for more lettuce. :0 Another time the girl was pleasant and filled my bowl perfectly. I do appreciate their refreshing drink choices, the cucumber mint is my fave. I'll still come here because it's a healthier eat-out option, but I've learned I need to speak up if service or food aren't right. I find the Pasadena location is the best & # 1. read more

There is a new Cava located in Brea and their interior is all brand new and so beautiful! I've heard mixed reviews about there are long waits during rush hours. I did not want to take chance so I placed my order online so I can just come pick it up. I got the grains chicken bowl with saffron rice and 2 sides. I must say the 2 sides look like 1 side lol - they are small portions! I'm glad I did the online order because there was a long line when I arrived. I loved how all the orders are neatly placed with your first and last name on the pick up shelves so it's a grab and go when you arrive. My grains bowl did not disappoint - it was fresh, delicious, and healthy too :) read more

CAVA - Grilled chicken grains bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Normally I LOVE Cava but this one just didn't do it for me. Came in when no one was there and watched them put barely any rice in my GRAINS and greens bowl. This was apparently a trend for the entire bowl since it was half empty at checkout. I came with my friend who also received what looked like a half empty bowl. Do Better read more

CAVA - This was my bowl after I opened it and mixed it. Looks like a half eaten bowl doesn't it? - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

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**DISAPPOINTED VISIT** Every Friday after volleyball practice my daughter ask to go to Cava for a Kid's Pita so I take her here for dinner. Today Jan 9 Upon ordering we were told that policy change and that kids pita is now 1/4 a Pita instead 1/2. And that the fried pita chip or carrots is no longer included. The physical menu has not change (this is what we were told is the way now ). My daughter was hungry and still wanted it. But this is a sad cost saving at the expense of children. What is even the company cost saving of 1/4 pita and 2 chips? This is the absolutely terrible policy. Please reconsider your policy. Remember when a child eats at your establishment, a parent or whole family dines too. We will consider other places to eat because of this. Take a look at this meal, it's not a pita. read more

CAVA - 1/4 a pita broken in half are chips, it's not even a pita anymore. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

This was my second time at this location and both times the wait was too long. The garlic ranch pita chips were extremely salty and inedible. I also got regular pita chips and both were soft in the middle and not crunchy. I love salt and if I found it salty it's definitely salty! My meal overall was mediocre. Even though there were tons of add ons but lacked flavor overall. The price and long wait just aren't worth it. I'd skip it next time. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

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Love this place because of Jordan she makes me want to go back. She so nice and serves well. Not like other people who don't put that much. She is very generous. One of the best customer service I have had. Been there before but yesterday was the best service I have had. read more

Finally checked out the cava that opened up in Brea not long ago. I was a bit concerned because of all the mixed reviews, but I had a very positive experience. I got there around 1:30, so it was still very much a a lunch rush crowd. The service was great, the person who took my order was courteous and helpful when I asked about the different options etc. think of this place as the Mediterranean version of chipotle. Build your bowl and choose the ingredients and toppings you want. The bowl itself was tasty, for my proteins I got half chicken and half roasted veggies. They are a little pricey, but I feel like the bowls are big enough to have left overs for the next day. Overall a good experience, I'd come back here again. read more

CAVA - Lunch - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

I order delivery from this location and I go in for my food as well a few times a week. Each time, whether it's delivery or I pick it up, the quality is always the same. Fresh tasty food with decent portions. I cannot say the same for the Chino Hills location. I have never had a decent delivery from them ever . It's the opposite at the Brea location.....perfection every time. read more

A clean environment should be synonymous with clean eating. We've been here 4 Sundays in a row and have continually found this place to be so messy. The first 2 times we figured they were probably swamped and understaffed, but I've concluded that this is a normal pattern here. I'm beginning to think if the staff here is this lazy to keep the visual parts of this restraint clean, I can only imagine the lack of upkeep and the short cuts they take on things we don't see. Get it together Cava. Your food is great, but your eating environment should reflect that too. read more

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I love cava, but sometimes other locations can get stingy with the portions... not this location. I was getting sick coming out of work and this had me going back home excited. Big shoutout to the tall dude working at this time. Respect. read more

The hot items I had in my bowl were cold (falafel) and undercooked (brown rice) and not fresh AT ALL. The worker was also very stingy with the portions. I asked her for a third dressing cup and she rolled her eyes at me. Then she proceeded to barely fill my dressing cup by intentionally doing one "squirt" of the bottle that didn't even fill 1/4 of the soufflé cup. Her attitude was very poor and rude. As for the ambiance, it was good as usual, very crowded. read more

Food is solid. Staff at this location probably really hates their job. I Just felt very unwelcome. I usually don't care but this time it felt they were really unbothered with everything in life. My biggest issue was the portion size. I got one of the chef curated bowls and it barely filled half the small bowl they already use. $16.95 for a snack sized meal. read more

I LOVE CAVA ! But girl with glasses was very rude and blunt . Not coming to this location (first time) please train staff to be happy and not rude .. read more

CAVA - Horrible location ! Very rude - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

I absolutely love Cava and am thrilled to have one so close in Brea. Located in the Gateway shopping center, just a stone's throw from downtown and nestled in with other eateries, this Cava provides a great place to meet up for lunch with those that may wish to eat something else. For example, if you have friends that want to eat at Shake Shack while you try to be healthy, this is a great location as you can all sit and eat at the big tables outside. Cava is a build your own experience, Mediterranean style. **First you pick your vehicle aka Bowl or Pita. **If you choose bowl or pita, you can select one of their already curated bowls/pitas or make your own. For the bowls you can have a Greens & Grains bowl, a Salad bowl, or a Grains bowl...this is your base. There are many greens and grains to choose from. For a Pita you just select pita. **Then you pick your stuff that goes on top of your base or in your pita, to include dips and spreads, main proteins/veggies, toppings and dressings. I usually make my own bowl. If it's Lunch of I'm trying to keep the calories low, I go with a salad bowl of romaine, a scoop of the traditional hummus, a scoop of the red pepper hummus, Half of my protein as chicken and half as roasted veggies, and toppings like fiery broccoli, tomato + cucumber, tomato + onion, pickled onions, persian cucumbers and shredded romaine with a side of the Lemon Herb Tahini as my dressing. That bowl is 380 calories and you can use their app to calculate calories of anything you put together. If it's Dinner I go with a Green & Grains bowl, where I typically choose Splendid Greens for my Green and Black Lentils for my base, then the same dips but sometimes add Crazy Feta for a little fun. Download the app to accumulate points! I scanned in the other day and the nice person at the counter said I had a $3 off reward! We'll be back! read more

The food at Cava is always delicious. I decided to get the kids pita because I wasn't too hungry and I didn't want leftovers. The customer service is always good, the first time I went to Cava I explained to them that it was my first time and they were very helpful. I like the overall feeling inside Cava, the lighting is pretty nice and the placement of all the tables are perfect. This time I got the Kids pita with saffron rice, tzatziki, Falafel, tomato and cucumber, Persian cucumber, and garlic dressing on the side. I'll definitely be going back. read more

CAVA - Kids pita with saffron rice, tzatziki, Falafel, tomato and cucumber, Persian cucumber, and garlic dressing on the side - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Best place love the service, and the girls who work here are so kind. Food is amazing. Healthy and clean

This location is fairly new, found right next to the corner bakery and Starbucks behind Downtown Brea birch street. Visited on a Sunday afternoon around 4pm. The line was decently long (about 5 parties deep) and there were plenty of staff members working the line and the kitchen. They must have been busy because they were out of all the meats except for their new hot harissa chicken, so we had to wait just a bit (but it was no more than a few minutes so no big deal) They were also out of some other items such as their roasted veggies which was a bummer. The staff however was super friendly, attentive, and you can tell they are a new location because they've still all got that eager beaver energy lol. They were also out of their normal cutlery so they put out small white plastic forks in the interim (but they were a bit too flimsy so it made mixing our bowls a little difficult) Overall, this is a prime location for this Cava (I believe it replaced a pizza chain, maybe blaze?) and I think it's a much welcomed addition to the Downtown Brea area for locals! read more

CAVA - Build your own bowl $12.05 + tax - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

I love Cava! I always get a greens and grains bowl and tried the harissa chicken recently and it was so good. I always get the pita chips because it's a must! The wait sometimes is long but I usually order through DoorDash. read more

Decided to place an order online and I am very disappointed with the bowls. Bowls I ordered are only half filled. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

What are the chances TWO Cava's open in North OC around the same time? Amazing. I have been skeptical about visiting after reading some of the reviews so we pushed pause on coming until recently, hoping the kinks have been worked out. Placed an order through the Cava app to avoid waiting in line at the store since it was peak dinner hour. Thankful I did as there was a continuous line of at least 5-7 parties during a Friday evening. The wait time for food pick up was roughly 15 minutes though it did take a tad bit longer. Ordered my usual grains + greens bowl ($12.50) and my usual fixin's - super greens, basmati rice, hummus, red pepper hummus, harissa, grilled chicken, fire roasted corn, pickled onions, tomato+onion, cabbage slaw, garlic dressing on the side, and side pita. Food quality and portions were up to par with the other Cava locations I've been to so no complaints. Appreciated a separate area for staff to prepare pick up orders so it doesn't hold up those ordering in person. The girl working the take out area was quick and efficient building the bowls. Only tiny gripe was the gentleman who came to help her with our second bowl - he was moving considerably slower, stopped making the bowl to chat for a bit and then forgot our side pita with our order. The Brea Gateway plaza has gotten some pretty busy with new eateries opening so you might have to park a bit further from the restaurant. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Cava has always been a go to for me if I want something quick and on the healthier side. This location particularly isn't terrible nor amazing. I think my only complaint is some days the chicken is dry and veggies aren't as fresh but other days, its good. It is located in a great plaza with Home goods and World Market which is a bonus! I can walk off the calories after I eat, lol. read more

I don't know why the 3 stars but this place is bomb!! The food was very delicious with different options of proteins to choose from! I got the steak mezze salad with dill dressing which it was great! They added a good amount of steak and the greens were fresh and colorful. Customer was nice as the cashier was very pleasant and happy which made me happy. The wait was not bad. About 5 mins from start of the line to cashier. It's always busy here but i see why. They produce great heathy food and service! I would come back. #cavaoverchipotle! Steak Mezze Bowl rating: 9.0\10 read more

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I came in and was helped by Stephanie She made sure I left happy and satisfied and delivered world class customer service. She definitely deserves a raise or promotion for her hard word and professionalism. Thanks again read more

Three times at this location is already enough. Employees have no customer service skills, rude, and give skimpy portions. The lamb meatballs are all crushed and extra $6 for like 4 of them. I wasn't allowed to have a tiny scoop of rice if I chose a salad bowl when the Costa Mesa location has allowed me to do that. My small "double meat" bowl was $21. I could just go to Luna Grill and get a santorini bowl with double chicken for $15, and with all the deals they give even less. My bowl tasted so funky and weird. Everytime I come here it's only because Luna Grill is too far but I seem happier driving the extra 15-20 minutes and getting them instead. I might just do that and never return to this location ever. I might try the La Habra one as a one last time before ditching the chain entirely. read more

CAVA - Steak + harissa bowl 5.5/10 - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

Customer service was good until I got to the register. The girl was very rude. The portions are a lot smaller and I paid 20$ for this. I'm usually very understanding but the girls attitude was just bad. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Brea, California

HAILEY! Was so fabulous! 10/10 super sweet heart I love this CAVA location so much Friendly staff always !!! read more