I was very well received and served by Edith, the food was excellent and the restaurant was clean

Cava is always a good option for a balanced and yummy quick meal. On my recent visit, I tried the steak harissa bowl which as-is comes from steak, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers on brown rice and greens with a spicy harissa sauce. I'm not a hug fan of the steak at Cava as it can be a bit tough but the flavor combination was great and I love the red pepper hummus with the feta. It's such a good, filling meal for the price and the harissa isn't very spicy for my taste so it feels nicely balanced. I also love the drinks here and while I usually don't drink sparkling drinks, the cucumber mint and strawberry citrus refreshers are too good to pass up. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Good food but the service was not super welcoming Chicken is very similar to chipotle chicken but a bit more salty read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Food is pretty decent. Chicken is tender, the falafel is delicious, and the Brussels sprouts are nicely charred. Sauces are good, too. Unfortunately, management is a different story. When we visited on a Tuesday night, the staff were nice, but the manager was incredibly rude. read more

I got the kids meal. Would highly recommend. For the price it's pretty good. Comes with chicken, rice, pita, and cucumber salad but you're able to customize. read more

CAVA - Kids meal and drink - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

It was good for a fast and filling lunch. A bit too spicy for my taste but I'm weak. Very quick and lots of places to sit . read more

CAVA - Cava chicken bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Cava is always a good spot to grab a quick lunch or dinner. I've been there a handful of times and it's always been an enjoyable experience. This time I ordered through the Too Good To Go app, which allows you to get a bowl for $3.99 in the hour or so before the kitchen closes, in an effort to combat food waste. Love the cause! I find the portion size at Cava to be pretty decent, especially compared to some of the other fast casual type spots in the area. You can choose between greens or grains for your base and there are a bunch of options for toppings and proteins. I usually opt for the lamb meatballs, but the ingredients are pre-selected for Too Good To Go. There are also a few options for sauces as well. I'd happily visit Cava again, especially with that deal! read more

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The food is excellent and Maria was so helpful! I would come here again. I got the falafel bowl and the falafel was perfect.

The salads here when you order them inside are really good . Large selection of salad options . I don't recommend delivery as I ordered twice and my salad was not good . It was soggy and just didn't taste good at all . The service is really good inside the restaurant. The vibe is welcoming and warm . The fountain drinks are really good and they have a huge selection. The price is not bad for the portion size , and fresh and delicious salads . I hope you have the opportunity to try the establishment . The bathrooms are clean as well as the restaurant. read more

Cava is good, love that you can do so many different combinations. My normal is the avocado harissa read more

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I enjoyed the food it was fresh and tasty. Staff was rude. No customer service skills. I came during a slow time with no line around 7pm. I felt rushed through, they slapped the food together like they were mad at me. Any requests for an added item seemed to annoy them even though I didn't mind paying extra for something. They could use some training about being nicer to customers and a better understanding of how their service skills effects a desired meal. I'm not in a hurry to come back, but would in a pinch. read more

Cava is one of the very few lunch options around Kendall square. After months of having Chipotle on the few occasions I don't bring a lunch to work, I decided to give CAVA a try. The good: - easy online ordering via their website - food was ready for pick up at the scheduled time - lots of options - unlimited toppings - friendly staff The bad: - food was cold when I picked it up - same price point as chipotle but much less food - they charge for bags Overall, food was just ok, but it was a nice change. I'd be open to trying them again. read more

CAVA - Meatball bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Great food and service! Maria was very nice :) Definitely recommend visiting here, food was affordable too

Cava is a go-to when I'm in the area! I actually wasn't a fan the first time I went since I kept ordering the pitas and they always came out very soggy. However, after continuing to go and try their bowls, I'm definitely becoming more of a fan. I would especially recommend getting their pita chips! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

The area managers is very rude not to mention keeps a dirty location. Cleanliness doesn't seem to be a priority of theirs at this location and neither does good customer service. The utensil holders are always dirty with dirt all in them and they have the nerve to put forks and knives in the dirt without cleaning them. The napkin dispensers are always dirty as well, with stains and sticky stuff all over them. This location needs a staff overhaul from the top down or maybe just new leadership. I read more

The food, service, and environment were all amazing! Edith, the manager on during our visit, was extremely kind, welcoming, and helpful during one of our first visit's at cava. She was incredibly helpful in our food selection and answered all our questions. Highly recommend this Cava! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This is a very good place for Mediterranean Build-Your-Own. Part of a chain of over 100 stores stretching from Massachusetts to California, this shop is conveniently located near Kendall Square and very close to MIT. There is limited seating, especially with COVID protocols. But the service is quick and the food is very tasty. When I entered around 1 PM on a Wednesday, I was able to walk right up to the counter and was invited to order by one of the friendly staff members. I chose a Grain Bowl, to which I added several vegetables. For my dips and spreads, I opted for Crazy Feta (jalapeño-infused feta mousse), Tzatziki and Harissa (which was the highlight). My protein choice was chicken and my dressing was Harissa Vinaigrette. It was a great combination, especially with the warm piece of pita added to it. My final bill with food, drink (sparkling water) and tax was just under $14. I thought this was a very good value. I'll look forward to my next chance to visit. read more

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Picked up dinner meals twice in one week. Sofia and her team are very friendly. The food offerings are really delicious. Price/value quite good. This Cava is steps away from Kendall T station and MIT Museum. I'll return. read more

This is always my go to for a quick casual healthy meal. I brought my mom here for lunch and she loved it as well. Prices seem to have gone up since last year but still reasonable for a restaurant. Service is always quick and friendly. read more

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Really kind and helpful staff: I showed up right at 10 pm when they were closing, and they agreed to put a meal together for me, even though they had already shut down the cash register. I think Kenita was the name of the woman who helped me. She was great! Plus, the food was delicious! Highly recommend. read more

Yanas was great, staff was all exceptional! Food always well seasoned, never too much salt

Oh my goodness, yum!!! This food is amazing -- Middle East meets Boston! You've got to try their yummy and healthy dishes (and some decadent in store made fresh pita). It's a super clean place with the nicest staff and I was able to order quickly. Edith, the manager is so sweet, she introduced herself and checked in on us to see if all was in order. And, whatever you do, don't leave without trying one of their specialty drinks. Personally, the cucumber mint lime beverage is to die for! Oh my goodness, yum!!! Here with Ellen Cadwallader -- yes Crystal Cruises folks, in the flesh! This food is amazing. I just met Edith and yum -- Middle East meets Boston! You've got to try their yummy and healthy dishes and the cucumber mint lime beverage is to die for. read more

Cava is my favorite lunch spot food chain--the ingredients taste super fresh, I love the ability to customize bowls, and the serving size is good for the price. This location's pretty large and clean, with a lot of indoor seating options. It's also a few steps away from an outdoor plaza, great to enjoy meals on a nice day. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I tried Cava for the first time and can i say not only how good it is but having Edith there! She made me feel comfortable and took her time letting me know the ingredients in everything! She was absolutely amazing. I told her to pick the dressings can i say i never had so much flavor in a bowl! I will definitely be coming back! Not only that but thank you for having a smile and making it feel welcoming!! read more

10/10 would recommend! It was my first time trying Cava and Mediterranean food, and I absolutely loved it. The experience was comparable to making a bowl at Chipotle, where you could pick and choose what you wanted in the bowl. It was also very simple to order ahead from the Cava app for a quick pickup. I also appreciated that they gave a complementary piece of pita bread. Would definitely go back again for more. read more

CAVA - Cava, mediterranean bowl, chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Ate here 4 times over a 3 day period, no joke. I don't have a CAVA where I'm from so I made sure to take advantage of the one in Cambridge while I could. The sweet potatoes & garlic dressing are *chef's kiss* and the service at this location was great. Was turned off by the long line but it went soooo fast because they were working like a well-oiled machine. They don't skip on the servings either which I appreciate. A little on the high sodium side so I wouldn't recommend doing what I did, but I would definitely have this at least once a week if I lived closer! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Saw this on the walk back to the hotel, and noticed Mediterranean. Was craving something different, so I figured why not check it out. Looking through the window, I noticed it was a nice make your own setup. It had two rice options and black lentils as the base. I went with the jasmine rice. Then various humus options. I dabbled in the red pepper and chipotle humus. Next were the protein toppings. I over indulged and chose both the lamb and beef meat balls, and the chopped lamb stew. I finally topped it off with some cucumbers, red cabbage, kalamata olives, and quinoa all drizzled with a sriracha yogurt dressing. It wasn't bad, and was actually really filling. My bowl cost $15 and came with a small pita bread. Normally I would have rated higher, but the taste just wasn't there for me. I enjoyed it, but when comparing to the lamb and beef meatballs, rice, and pita from other Mediterranean restaurants, this was just so-so. The meat was kind of dry and tasteless. I'm used to nice infusion of spices in the meats at the Mediterranean places I go. Then again, it is a franchise bowl establishment, and not really experts in really good Mediterranean, hence the 3 stars. Don't get me wrong, if you are hungry, and like the sound of it, you will enjoy it and get your tummy full for the price, but if you know really good Mediterranean food, don't expect the same here. read more

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It's CAVA! It's healthy foods with flavor. I like the chef curated bowls. Honestly when I'm in a funk or just got back from a trip without time to go to the grocery store for produce, I'll just order cava for lunch and have a light snack dinner. This food never slows me down, it can sit a while and still be good, and I enjoy eating it read more

The best fast casual restaurant with plenty of options, healthy-ish, and delicious flavors! I love their garlic dressing and the spicy lamb meatballs. Service has also always been great and friendly. Definitely prefer cava over chipotle read more

I didn't start out as the biggest Cava lover but this place has definitely grown on me the more times I go. I always order the build your own grain bowl with saffron basmati rice, grilled chicken, pita crisps, tomato salad, avocado, and yogurt dill. The best part is definitely the sauces -- I get the roasted eggplant, crazy feta, and hummus. Only downside is I wish they gave more. The food is light and fresh enough that you feel healthy after but also very filling (I always have leftovers that I eat as an afternoon snack). read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Great cava location - go to lunch spot when working in Cambridge. Food is consistently good, orders are accurate and love the ease of customizing on the app. Best part is the guy that expedites at lunchtime - he makes sure everyone gets their correct order and is a master of crowd control. read more

Fast Service Great food even better staff Yanes & His staff get customers in and out very welcoming atmosphere ** Fresh ingredients nice size Portions ** everyone is always smiling Check out Cava in Kendall square. !!! read more

Such great service!! The food is always so healthy and delicious. The serving size is good too. It's a great, delicious meal for anytime.

Stopped by CAVA for a quick casual lunch with a friend. The food was quick, tasty and healthy! It reminded me of a Chipotle how it was set up but Mediterranean style. Inside they had markings on the floors, all staff wore masks and it felt very COVID safe. We sat at a table outside for some fresh air and really enjoyed it. I ordered the Greens and Grains Bowl with Cilantro Rice, Supergreens, Falafel and loads of veggies and a few sauces. The best thing about this place is you can put whatever you want in your bowl. So, that means you can mix and match for your taste buds and how hungry you are. The portions sizes are also large so I was able o eat half for lunch and the other half of my meal for dinner. I totally will stop by again and you should check them out! read more

CAVA - Greens and Grains Bowl with Falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Quick, fresh, delicious Mediterranean bowls! I cam here for lunch with a friend and loved it. You get a lot of food for what you pay for, I saved half of my bowl for dinner! I ordered a salad grain bowl and loved it! The saffron basmati rice was delicious! I especially loved the crazy feta and garlic sauce that was on it. There are a ton of topping options and falafel available if you want to go the vegetarian route! There were markings on the floor that allowed for social distancing, and all the workers were in masks. They had indoor and outdoor seating available! If you're in the area and looking for an easy option, this is a great place to try out. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Both the staff and their signage either lie or don't know their own ingredients. After specifically clarifying that a menu item labeled as "plant-based" contains no dairy, which I can't consume, the sauce contained dairy anyway. Can't eat food from those you can't trust. read more

Edith is great, and so is the rest of her team! Always super fast, kind, and helpful!

Thank you Diana and Sonia for welcoming my mom to her first time at CAVA! I love CAVA and I love their Kendall/MIT location.

Can't really go wrong with the food at CAVA. It can get a bit overwhelming with all of the options presented to you the first time, but usually you can ask about popular combos and study the menu before starting your order. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Just discovered that they have permanently discontinued the grilled meatballs as a protein option (the spicy lamb meatballs are still kicking around, but at a markup). Between this and yet ANOTHER price hike (for what? less options?) I'm done. Cava is (well, WAS) a mostly solid chain, but this location in particular has burned me too many times (bowls missing ingredients, getting ingredients wrong, and now just not even offering basic toppings) for me to even think about going back. Way to lose a loyal customer, guys! Keep it up! read more