Been here a few times, the food is always good and the store is clean which is important for me.

Food: Overall, you can never go wrong with Cava. This location does a good job with the way the food is cooked & portioned. Beverage: Blueberry Lavender. Entree: Romaine (greens), Saffron Basmati Rice (grains), harissa/ roasted eggplant dip / red pepper hummus (dips + spreads), braised lamb (mains), pickled onions / tomato + onion / tomato + cucumber / kalamata olives / crumbled feta (toppings), hot harissa vinaigrette / skhug (dressings) Sides: Classic Pita Chips Service: Friendly staff Ambiance: Decent, but the clean up of tables could use some improvement. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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SHOUT OUT TO ERIC at Bridgewater CAVA LOCATION: I would like to take a moment to provide positive feedback regarding the exceptional service I received. The team did an outstanding job addressing the missed order, demonstrating their commitment to resolving issues promptly and efficiently. They not only ensured that my order was delivered in a timely manner but also communicated effectively throughout the process, keeping me informed every step of the way. I truly appreciate their attention to detail, as it made a significant difference in my experience. Their dedication to customer satisfaction was evident, and it reassured me that my concerns were taken seriously. Overall, this level of service exceeded my expectations, and I am grateful for the team's efforts. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to providing great service! I look forward to continuing to do business with you in the future! read more

The service and the food were amazingly great. The servicing crew helped with your order, if u were not sure what to get. Will definately go back. Give the service a 5 star read more

I returned here for another bowl and went with different choices this time. I went with another greens and grains bowl but chose the black lentils and romaine lettuce this time around. They really held back on the romaine lettuce I thought. Besides that, I had spicy falafel with avocado, pickled red onions, crazy feta, roasted eggplant, kalamata olives, and the hot harissa vinaigrette. I also had a side of fresh pita, which was warm and crispy. I should have definitely chosen more toppings because the bowl was light, but that's my mistake. There were four falafels, and they had a little kick to them with a slight crisp as well. They were solid. The rest of the toppings once again appeared to be fresh. read more

First experience at a Cava was a little stressful. The food was good but they were out of three of the toppings that we had asked for so we kept having to pivot. We also waited in line for over 20 minutes before we even got to the counter. I'd say I'll order pickup next time but the line for pickup was also a small crowd of at least 15 people crowded around the drink station that did not die down for a long time. Since this was my first time at a Cava I didn't realize that I wasn't offered my complimentary pita until after I was already done with my meal. Are we supposed to ask for them? I'll know for next time then. Guess they were having a bad day. read more

CAVA - Tiny menu - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Really enjoy Cava but today I ordered pickup online and it's been over 30 mins and it's still not ready. Not a happy camper because I only have 10 mins to eat after I bring it back to the office. read more

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Place is filthy and the service was absolutely terrible. They all had bad attitudes. Won't ever be coming back. Food tastes okay if you like your food with cross contamination and just slung at you like you're an animal feeding from a trough. read more

CAVA - Dirty dirty dirty... everywhere you look - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Truly truly disappointed. I've been a CAVA goer for AGES now. Tonight my boyfriend came home truly distraught from the actions of the workers in this location. He described service as unpleasant and truly thoughtless. This awful experience began as he asked for a honey chicken bowl, and received not only a regular chicken, a little honey chicken, but also a sour attitude. Then as he caught the mistake, was scowled and the worker proceeded to add specifically 3 pieces of honey chicken to compensate. Also in my bowl today, the rice was really hard. Disappointed. Try a different location before this one. read more

Eric and Team were very fast and friendly. I went there on my lunch break, and I was able to get my order in an efficient and accurate friendly way. I was trying this place for the first time, and I will definitely will be trying it again. The food was very fresh and delicious. The Resturant was very clean and easy to retrieve stuff at the drinks area. The cucumber mint drink was very refreshing. I love this place grate experience. read more

Great experience at this cava! Helpful staff and great food! Quick to go in and out too! Would go back to this location if in the area. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Tried CAVA for the first time last week. It is essentially a Mediterranean version of Chipotle if that makes sense. They have pitas, bowls, salads put together in an assembly line process with options for you to choose along the way. Very flavorful and for a quick serve restaurant...its a "healthy" option. Ingredients are fresh and they cut the avocado to order for each bowl/pita. I plan on it being one of my healthy quick serve options that i am adding to my list...My first visit was on a Sunday and although it was busy all the staff members were working hard to get orders completed....Unfortunately/Friday at 7pm today that was not my experience...There were about 15 patrons in line and staff looked limited but finally I am at the end of the assembly line and my bowls just needed to be covered with a lid and I needed to pay. Mind you with the wait and then my food being put together from the time I walked in the door until I was about to pay had been 15-17 mins.I dont know what their KPI/customer turnaround targets are but it feels long and essentially what has become the achilles heel of Starbucks drive thrus...waiting-inching up, -waiting-inching up...Ok so the lids were about to be put on my bowl when DANIEL (CAVA staff member) receives a phone call on the store portable phone...he walks away from the counter and he says "9pm" several times so I infer he was telling someone what time they closed...he is laughing with the person on the other end of the line as he hangs up the phone. He now turns his back to me again, and starts talking to another staff member who appears to be bagging and putting together mobile/online orders...So now they are laughing and pal'ing around...Eventually he comes back to counter with the "where were we" body language...now at this point multiple bowls are next to mine and it even took me a min to point out to him which ones were mind among the others. He asks me if I need anything else and I let him know i need the Crazy Feta dip and an order of the spicy pita chips and the regular pita chips...He rings me up and then places all the food in the bag. I check it at the counter and let him know the spicy chips are not there. He pushes the receipt button and then tells me "well I only charged you for one"...I reminded him that I requested two but he may have been distracted by the phone call or his side conversations with the young lady he works with and his co worker at the mobile order area...DANIEL just wasnt focused on the tasks at hand...SO he rings me up for the chips that I had ordered to begin with, and he hands me my change of a 20 dollar bill...he places it in my hands...Then he asks me to open my hands and then he recounts the money which I had the correct change for...all of this going on...just extending the wait and pay transaction for them...I asked Daniel if he was the mgr...He said no...I asked "who is the mgr" and he looks at the ceiling, the wall, other patrons, the counter and mumbles "Lilly"...So, Lilly or the Owner...if you have an opportunity to review customer feedback with the staff...please remind them that when its busy or during peak dinner hrs all the socializing, laughing, joking, chatting with the employee cleaning the griddle, or the mobile order staff, instead of completing orders and ringing up patrons should be avoided. Improves order accuracy and the overall customer experience and reputation for the location and brand. To top it off... After I asked for the mgr's name Daniel gave me the stare down as I walked out because, and I guessed right, he doesnt have the customer service skills to resist the impulse to say something snarky under his breath as i walked away so i looked back and he indeed was looking at me and mouthing something...and in those moments I decided I would chronicle my experience on Yelp. I dont know about you...but when i have a less than positive experience with servers or waiters or staff of a food establishment I patronize...the food just doesnt taste as good as it should. Something about the mood your in and the frustration that just turns the tastebuds off a little...The Braised lamb just didnt hit when I got home... As far as the food from my past experience and Mediterranean concept. 10/10. Customer service in general 6.5/10...my last experience was ok. THis one wasnt...the bowls have so many ingredients that putting a bowl or order together takes a little time...the process can use some efficiency improvement for sure...having distracted employees also not a plus... read more

Good food and service! The staff was nice and gave really nice portions. I'd recommend coming!

Service was fast and workers are nice. The bowl is pretty consistent every time i come. read more

CAVA - create your own Greens & Grains Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

This was a new experience for my wife and I. We were both very happy by the food. We will be returning the next time we are near one. Don't pass by if you have not eaten there. read more

You almost killed my mom. So fucking insane. Sick to my stomach over the medical bills. She's ok thank god.

We're regular customers and we do pick up every so often. My pick up order was so messed up- my 1/2 grains and greens bowl came with no rice. Did corn x2 and tomato/cucumber x2- def not. Kids meals only came with 1 small scoop or rice and 1 scoop of corn, even though we put in 2. No pitas or dressing included, even tho the printout says it's there. Not even forks! The place is so packed every time but they don't make enough and the quality is just going down. It's also not cheap, but if I order a dish, I expect it to be correct. Company needs to address this asap. read more

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Had a good time, good food and friendly staff that are very attentive. Will definitely be returning

This place is really good. I got the tahini caesar which is pretty standard and hard to differentiate but the fresh ingredients and tahini sauce made all the difference. I ate it fast...felt fit and light and satiated. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Great food. Amazing selections. And friendly staff. Being Vegan I had a good selection of protein food and enjoyed it. I made a resolution to stop by more often. read more

Great food and service. Love the employees and fresh ingredients. Lots of fond memories

This is probably my new favorite lunch spot. The food is so fresh and refreshing plus it's something different. If you have never been here before just imagine a Mediterranean Chipotle. I usually get a bowl and add almost everything! Plus I recommend getting side of pita chips, they are delicious! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

TLDR: Great balanced meal with bright flavors. I'll be coming back for anything when I'm looking for a lighter meal. I ordered the featured lemon chicken bowl. It was essentially a salad with some of every veggie and lots of chicken. The produce was all fresh and perfectly proportioned; every bite was a perfect balanced bite! The lemon vinaigrette was delicious but a little strong in the last few bites. read more

CAVA - Lemon Chicken Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

The Mediterranean Chipotle is quite good. I appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients and the extensive variety that allows for mixing and matching. The ordering process is similar to Chipotle or Subway, where you choose your ingredients at the counter, which I find enjoyable. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did. They offer a lot of sauces, which is great. Ninethless, the interior is somewhat disappointing--resembling a fast-food restaurant with cheap, hard tables, and you have to clear your own table. Despite this, the food was good, and the staff were hardworking. The experience is simple, quick, and chic, and I especially love their takeout bags. read more

Very refreshing and filling meal. Love the blend of different flavors. Their Red Pepper Hummus and Harissa sauce is the best!! read more

CAVA - Customized Veggi bowl with Falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

The store was clean. The food was delicious and great flavors (Get garlic dressing and Strawberry citrus tea its so goooddd). The Service was quite bad?? I tried to be nice as possible but they were definitely not friendly. It definitely would be intimidating to go on your first time. But give it a try :) read more

CAVA - Bowl: Rice, Chicken, Meatball, Corn, Lettuce, Salsa salad, and vegetables Drinks: Jasmine Tea and Blueberry Lavender - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Best cava!! The staff here is so nice! They helped me decide what to get and my bowl was delicious. I tried the braised lamb, which they recommended and it was delicious. The interior is huge and always clean. read more

Cava, I want to really like your food and sometimes it's hit or miss with you. I have been here about 5 times. However, this last time I was highly disappointed with the little scoop of food you gave me in my bowl. I think a baby would've eaten more food than you put in that bowl. Especially for the price you charged me. My order was part of a group order and not only did you skimp out on my food. You also left a lot of things out that were ordered that were not in the bag once we got back to our office. This has happened at least twice when our group has ordered. Not cool. I know Cava is pretty popular and you guys are always crowded, but please try to do a little better with your servings and also make sure everything is in the bag before people come pick up their items to only find out their food is not there. That's very disappointing and an inconvenience and pretty sad to the person whose food is missing. I may give you another try, but I don't know when. Hopefully you got your stuff together. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Excellent customer service, friendly staff, and amazing food, the staff works well under pressure

Love Cava, love.... but STOP SKIMPING on dressing. I asked for Greek vinaigrette on side and they give you half a little cup....this happens EVERYTIME. The Chipotle of skimping but on sauces versus protein (thus far). Everything else is delicious. Couple times I've went late on a weekend night and they are out of a lot of toppings so be careful going close to closing after a busy day. read more

This is my new favorite spot!!! Food is soooo good and fresh!! And the service?!? Dany is your go too, she is so sweet and patient!!! I absolutely will be back! read more

Great food, everything is fresh. Set up just like Chipotle but Mediterranean instead of Mexican.

Cava, which I'd best describe as a Mediterranean version of Chipotle, features an interactive ordering experience, in which diners build their own entree by selecting a pita ($11) or a bowl ($11); a base of one or two grains such as saffron basmati rice, brown basmati rice, black lentils, and Cava's proprietary "RightRice" or greens such as arugula, SuperGreens, baby spinach, romaine, or Cava's proprietary "SplendidGreens"; one or two proteins from a selection of falafel, beef meatballs, lamb meatballs, grilled chicken, or roasted veggies; and, finally, a selection of Mediterranean-inspired toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, onions, roasted corn, pickles, olives, feta cheese, hummus or other dips, etc. and sauces/dressings. There are handful of premium ingredients that you can add to your pita or bowl for a modest incremental charge. If you suffer from performance anxiety and don't make decisions so easily, you can also select pre-made combinations curated by the chefs at Cava's corporate HQ in Maryland for a few bucks more. Your order is assembled by friendly and personable staff in real time and the process gives you excellent visibility into all of the available options and cuts down on mistakes during the ordering process. Ingredients are constantly replenished to ensure freshness and availability. The Mediterranean-inspired food was excellent! We'd definitely be back next time we're in the area. The only thing keeping me from awarding a five-star review is the awkward placement of the soda and iced tea fountains -- around which customers seem to hover while sampling every one of the tasty and refreshing Maine Root Beverage sodas or flavored iced teas rather than just selecting their beverage, filling their cup, and moving along. read more

First time patronizing this establishment. It remind me of I suppose an upgrade Chipotle. The place was packed and there was a line but moved pretty quickly. I ordered the Harissa Avocado Bowl which included the honey chicken, corn, brown rice, SuperGreens. The was very fresh and pretty flavorful. read more

CAVA - Harissa Avocado Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Ordered greens and grain. Staff was friendly, Food was fresh but little blend. Place is clean. read more

Great atmosphere and food. Also shout out to Keon(hope that's how you spell it) for bringing positivity and good vibes to the restaurant. Highly recommend stopping in. read more

The food is good. Issue is I have ordered 3 times and bought 3 bowls each time. Every single time 1 of the bowls is missing half the ingredients. Try to call location no one answers, mailbox full. read more

CAVA - Acocodo Harissa bowl missing half of the ingredients. Only asked for no onion. - Mediterranean Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

I love Cava. Their customizable bowls are delicious. They are skimpy on the amount of protein they give you. Overall I did enjoy my bowl. Also close to the mall which was convenient. read more

Yum! Beautiful establishment, ample seating and parking. Many options to make your bowl...almost TOO many options haha! Definitely a great fast casual food option in Bridgewater Mall region (not connected to mall) read more

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Cava is easily the best fast casual chain at the moment! I love those bowls, especially the signature ones! Super tasty and healthy and delicious. Their calorie counts on their bowls aren't over the top, which is nice. They're very reasonably priced, and the food is worth it! Highly recommend the balsamic date chicken bowl! I typically get pick up or order in but it's great for lunch or dinner! read more