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    CAVA

    4.0 (240 reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    First Time at Cava - Amazing Experience! After soo many people telling us to try CAVA, we finally decided to give them a try. Our 1st visit is one for the books. From the moment we walked in, the experience was great. Our server, Timi, was absolutely awesome. He took his time to explain the menu to both my daughter and I, walking us through all the options and helping us figure out which ones to try. The food was great and the restaurant was clean and well-maintained. Big shoutout to Timi for making our first visit such a great one and for allowing me to capture the moment. We really enjoyed it and will definitely be back!

    Green and grain harissa chicken and lamb bowl!
    Susie O.

    Bright, clean and cheerful environment! The selection is fresh and varied. Staff were friendly and polite! Quick service!!!

    De'Anna W.

    This was my second visit to this Cava location. To be honest the first time I walked out and didn't end up buying anything because there was a long line and one employee working. The second visit (almost 3 months later) I came right before the lunch rush and there was again only one employee working. This employee was Taylor. She's a gem but really needs some assistance from her company. No one employee should be working the lunch rush. She was in charge of walk-in customers, online orders, building and ringing out the food and restocking items that were out. There was another gentlemen working but he was strictly on cooking duty. Taylor kept a positive attitude and built me the best darn lunch bowl I could have. Again, I've never had Cava before so she was nice enough to explain the menu to me and even went so far to recommend some of her favorites like the garlic dressing which was a great choice. The pitas that came with my bowl were warm and delicious. 5 stars for the food and service but to be honest I wouldn't recommend this location if you're in a rush.

    Build your own bowl with extra garlic sauce (warm pita already devoured)
    Courtney S.

    I love me some Cava! It's a frequent craving of mine when I don't feel like cooking, but want something semi-healthy and delicious! It's one of the best create your own Mediterranean bowl places, in my humble opinion. They have less topping options than a lot, but sometimes less is more when you've nailed the flavor profiles to perfection. Don't skip over the pickles, if you're a pickle person. Only skip the garlic sauce if you don't like flavor and don't want to become addicted. I get extra pita and dip it straight in. Soooo good! What is even better is that the helpings are so generous, I already have lunch planned for tomorrow!!

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    Jennifer E.

    Always order from this location when I'm in the neighborhood. Usually, I did a pick-up and never had an issue with my order. Always right and on time. Everyone is nice and pleasant. Restaurants are clean and have plenty of seating inside and outside patio seating. It's located in a shopping center so there are plenty of spots to choose from. I always order the build your own grains and greens bowl. Their falafel tastes amazing, and their lamb meatballs also. Definitely recommend this location.

    A amazing bowl.
    Nathan H.

    They stayed open late so I could grab a bite! Super thankful and really sweet people too. Shane, Lisa, and Kaleigh really are tops. Will be back soon!

    Chicken balsamic bowl
    Megan F.

    Delicious salad bowl balsamic date chicken bowl! The chicken, vegetables and rice were all in a savory sauce. I enjoyed the flavors. This was a weekday lunch time and very busy. There was a couple delays, with line prep and lunch crowd line but the food was excellent. They have some yummy cane sugar sodas. They also have house made lemonade and juice. The staff did their best and I will be back.

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    I love going here. When I went last week, the food was great, service was great, and the employees were very cool

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    2 years ago

    Review directed towards metropolitan CAVA. Jared is a good dude and deserves a raise! Highly professional

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    Shay was great! I came during a lunch rush She was very attentive, Informative about my order! Keep up the great work CAVA! I will be back

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    The service and food were great. The staff was very friendly, especially Shay and Dawnta!

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    Wonderful service and great food at this location. Highly recommend it out of all the Cava locations that are in Charlotte.

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    In person customer service was top notch and the food was delicious. Thank you Ashanti.

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    One of the workers that worked named Taylor was pretty dope! She got me what I wanted and I was on my way out! I appreciate it!

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    Shay was so amazing such a joy!! Food was excellent and shay made our day with her beautiful smile and great personality

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    A++++ service Tina and Shay were great. Very clean environment and bowl was amazing thank you

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    Kid Cashew

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    1.8 miDilworth
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    I came here with a friend for a lil girl date! First feeling walking in was fun and cultured, not…read moreoverwhelming. Very inviting! Plating of everything is very nice and aesthetically pleasing! First thing we got almost 3 minutes after we ordered was the caramelized Brussels, we rated it a 9! We got the trio dip plate, loved it, a solid 8.9!!! Best pita bread I've had, extremely soft and great flavor! I got the grilled avocado chicken sandwich with kasseri cheese, so so good! One of the best sandwiches I've had, rating it a 9.3! My friend got a heart of palm salmon Caesar and she rated it a 7.4! Service was quick and attentive, our server, Jordan, was nice and genuine! A bartender came and filled our drinks, his name was Fernando, super sweet! Would definitely recommend and would for back in a heart beat! So much more to try!! Thank yall! Edit: total rating has gone up! A solid total rating of 9.2 due to a sticker on the receipt!! This increased it by .2!

    We finally tried Kid Cashew for Sunday brunch and it was such a treat. The place had that perfect…read morerelaxed vibe, sunny and welcoming even on a busy weekend. We brought the kids and they loved the French toast stuffed with strawberries--huge portions and they ate every bite. I went with the quinoa stuffed avocado, super fresh and flavorful, while my husband couldn't stop raving about the wood-fired octopus. Everything tasted made with care, nothing felt rushed or bland. The kids-eat-free deal made it even better, and those $12 mimosa carafes? Total steal. Service was friendly, though it slowed down a bit when the rush hit, but we didn't mind. The whole meal felt like a little celebration without breaking the bank. If you're in Charlotte looking for a spot that does brunch right with something for everyone, definitely put Kid Cashew at the top of your list. Five stars.

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    YAFO Kitchen

    YAFO Kitchen

    4.4(204 reviews)
    2.0 miDilworth
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    As someone who spent years in the San Francisco Bay Area, I really missed having reliable…read moreMediterranean and Greek options when I moved to Charlotte. One of my favorite spots back then was Nick the Greek--the bowls were simple, flavorful, and consistently satisfying. So naturally, I went on a little search mission here to find something that could scratch that same itch. That's how I landed at Yaffo Kitchen. Close, but no cigar--but still very good. I visit both the Dilworth location off East Boulevard and the Plaza Midwood spot fairly often, and they've become dependable places when I'm craving Mediterranean flavors. The atmosphere is casual, bright, and welcoming. I especially appreciate the option to sit inside when it's blazing hot outside, and when the weather is nice, their covered patio with umbrellas is a great place to linger over a meal. Now let's talk about the schnitzel--because that's the star for me. I know schnitzel isn't the first thing people expect at a Mediterranean-style restaurant, but they do it right. It's made to order, thin, crispy, and coated in panko, served with a fresh slice of lemon that brings everything together. I usually pair it with a side salad, but if the mac and cheese is piping hot that day, that's my backup plan. Another thing I really enjoy is their drink selection. They carry Tractor beverages--non-carbonated organic teas made with cane sugar and no high-fructose corn syrup or preservatives. There are several flavors to choose from, and they're refreshing without being overly sweet. It's a small detail, but one I genuinely appreciate. I've also had the roasted chicken, which was surprisingly excellent--juicy, well-seasoned, and satisfying without being heavy. And the pita? Warm, soft, and dangerously easy to keep eating. One lesson I've learned the hard way: edit yourself when building a bowl. The first few times I went, I got excited and piled on too many toppings, and everything blended into one big, goopy situation where you couldn't really taste anything distinctly. It's like wearing all your favorite accessories at once--individually they're beautiful, but together they compete with each other. Less really is more here, and once you find the right balance, the flavors shine. Prices are reasonable for the quality, service is quick, and the restaurants are consistently clean and well-run. I believe they offer beer and wine as well, though I usually stick to the teas. While I'm still on the hunt for that exact bowl I used to love back in California--simple, balanced, and unforgettable--Yaffo Kitchen has definitely earned a regular spot in my rotation. Check it out, experiment with the menu, find your palate's favorites, and remember: life is too short not to eat well.

    Quality of food is superb given their business model of pick as you go down the line. I saw their…read morechickens are roasting live so that speaks for the quality. Staff is kind, they are busy but will treat well, ambiance is clean and nothing cray, the food is what surprised me the most, they did well for Mediterranean cuisine. They got Kombucha too.

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