Imagine driving 40 minutes round trip for your favorite cava bowl, there was no line, no long wait, they had just opened - just enough time for the smiling Cava employees to take care in crafting your bowl. You get back to your desk ready to dig in and after the first bite a huge beetle/fly, wings still in tack is taking his last breath and chilling in your bowl next to the delicious black lentil. Appetite ruined, money down the drain! Argggghhh! Do better Cava - my feelings are hurt and my belly is empty! read more

CAVA - Why were his wings so big??? - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Cava is the best fast food place! It's like a chipotle but Mediterranean style. You can get grains or greens or a combo of both. I also like their spreads. You get a choice of 3. I usually order the tzaziki, spicy harissa, and crazy feta. For toppings I like the pickles onions, cucumbers, cabbage, and feta cheese. And on top, I get the yogurt dill. All the dressings are flavorful. On the side, I like to order the pita bread and spicy harissa for dipping! Service is wonderful. Even when there's a long line, it goes by fast. There is ample space for seating. Tables are always clean. It makes a great, quick lunch. Love that it's in the center of Columbia! Will be back again! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Great food, and great price! This is another place that I will definitely return. The concept is quite interesting as I felt it was like a Jersey Mike's of Mediterranean cuisine. Definitely worth visiting! I tried the rice bowl with mini pita, chicken, hummus, and many other things. I highly recommend this place. You will not be disappointed. read more

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This eatery is amazing. There are so many healthy options for you to choose from. I very much appreciate the fact I can add on sweet potatoes as a protein instead of meat. It is a bit on the pricier end in my opinion so I wouldn't go here all of the time but if I feel I am running a bit low on time or simply don't want to make my own food, I will head over here and grab a bite to eat or take it home. It is even a good source of fuel after you finishing shopping at target. Will definitely be coming back here for years to come. read more

The customer service was amazing! Everyone was very polite and the food was delicious. I will definitely be returning!

The food was fine, they always have a good selection of salad bowls. But the staff was unfriendly, didn't treat us like customers, and rushed through the line. They clearly weren't listening but we asked for our preferences. Never have to go back. read more

Love Cava. This is my go to quick dinner. Love all the choices from greens, rice, dips (crazy feta my fav), meat, veggies, and dressing. Healthy option from some of the other fast food in the area. Wish they would sell more of their products at these locations instead of only at Whole Foods. read more

The food here is very good. That is why I go back. The problem is, every single time I i have preordered on their app, they have gotten the order wrong. Every. Time. So if you order ahead, take a moment to open the lid on your food and make sure they remembered your hummus or your falafel or whatever your jam is. Because chances are high that they forgot it. read more

There service was very rushed. They did not give me what I asked for. The guy that was serving the rice gave me not even a spoon of rice! The Lady at the end serving the sauce also did the same but she did not listen to what I wanted on top of the other sauce.I tried to tell them and they just dismissed it. I will not be coming here again. read more

One of my favorite place to eat! I can eat at Cava all day! I wish they were closer to me. The nice lady at the cash register is always so nice with a big smile. But some of the others aren't as friendly as she is. read more

Food is pretty tasty and healthy, with plenty of nice options to explore. However the first time ordering experience was a little nerve wracking, as the options for what to get at each station weren't labeled consistently. Meal type was on the menu in the back, dressings were on the front window, etc. I think at the toppings station, there wasn't even anything labeled at all, and I had to use a takeout menu to figure out what each topping was. For people with social anxiety, it's important to post signage of the exact names of order options so people can simply read off various parts of their order to get what they're interested in without it becoming a question-answer type situation. However, that's a relatively minor complaint. The food was great, and I was surprised to see low calorie counts. I'll definitely be going back. read more

Love Cava I can have it anytime of the day !!! Pita crisp are delicious fast service read more

Decided to bring the wife for her first Cava experience. The line was long and the service was pretty slow today. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and blame the new costumers not knowing the options provided. The ingredients are always fresh and tasty. They have a new harissa honey chicken which I tried. It had a bit of a kick to it but was good. It's a dollar more to an already pricey food option. If you are looking for a healthy option Cava is the place to go. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

I freaking love this place!! I wish they had this in Vegas!! Folks this is the chipotle of Greek food!! Service was great . Food was prepared fresh and they had unique drinks that were to die for. Not really into writing long detailed reviews now but definitely Check this place out. read more

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Super blend salad with spicy lamb balls. Additionally a handcrafted cookie and the turmeric lemonade read more

CAVA - Busy at noon, so they must have a great lunch selection! - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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I typically love Cava Grill, but was very disappointed with this location! (Always pleased with the Gaithersburg location) Music was invasively loud so everyone was yelling to talk to each other, which made the volume worse. But the most disappointing part is the portion size here. I had to ask them 3 times to add more salad yet still ended up with a what WHAT would be called a small salad at any other restaurant... So I just paid $10 for a serve myself, bus my own table small salad. Come-on guys, it's lettuce which costs pennies! Of course, there's almost no chicken either. read more

CAVA - Bowl is only 3/4 full after asking for more 3 times. $10 is steep for this! - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

This Cava location is great! Even though there was a long line and we were being served quickly, they offered very friendly and helpful service! They were very accommodating when you asked for an extra scoop with no aggravated sigh or extra charge (unless you get extra protein). The portion was pretty generous and that made it worth the price in my opinion. I would definitely recommend this Cava location! read more

CAVA - Grain bowl to go! - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Out of spicy lamb meatballs and black lentils at 7pm on a Saturday night when I came through the line. I mentioned something as I was paying for my food and I proceeded to chow down on my yummy creation. A short time later, one of your team members appeared at my table asking if I was the one looking for lamb meatballs...he brought me meatballs when they were ready. Kudos! Cava, you are awesome! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Yummm ... I was recommended to this place. Y a close friend of mine. It is SO GOOD! It's like a healthy chipotle. HAHA. You get your choice of a base, dip/spread, protein, toppings, and dressing. I love all the healthy options they have for each category and I love how fresh it tastes. Each bowl gets pretty big and it is filling!! I always ask for a little bit of everything when it comes to toppings and I also usually split my protein. Oh I must say that spicy harissa is mmm good!!!! You can choose up to 3dips. This is such a great place for those who are looking for a healthy option, if you have a specific diet, vegetarian, etc. I compare this place to nuvalley, but I love this place so much more because of their options and combos!!! It's also kind of random but their cookies are pretty good as well!! Chewy and really well flavored! They really great drink options too. Can't say I love all of them, but there are all sorts of mixtures of fruit and teas. BASE: SALAD / With SuperGreens, Organic Arugula, Spinach, Romaine, or Mesclun GRAIN BOWL / With Saffron Basmati Rice, Brown Basmati Rice, or Black Lentils GREENS + GRAINS / Mix your favorite grain and salad greens PITA / Large warm pita MINI PITAS / Two mini pitas MINI + SOUP / One mini pita and our seasonal soup DIPS + SPREADS: EGGPLANT + RED PEPPER DIP / Roasted baby eggplant, roasted red bell peppers, Greek yogurt and fresh herbs. HUMMUS / The recipe could not be simpler: chickpeas pureed with tahini, lemon juice, fresh garlic and Kosher salt. TZATZIKI / Made with only the best imported Greek yogurt, fresh shredded cucumber, and spice. HARISSA / A traditional spicy table spread made from tomatoes and peppers. CRAZY FETA / Jalepeño-infused feta mousse made with the finest imported Greek feta. ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS / Fresh roasted red peppers pureed with chickpeas, tahini and garlic. PROTEIN: FALAFEL / Chickpeas / Parsley / Herbs GRILLED CHICKEN / Lemon / Oregano / Salt / Pepper SPICY LAMB MEATBALLS / Ground Lamb / Harissa / Cilantro GRILLED MEATBALLS / Seasoned Sirloin / Lemon / Garlic / Oregano BRAISED BEEF / Tomatoes / Onion BRAISED LAMB / Garlic / Turmeric / Cayenne / Coriander ROASTED SEASONAL VEGETABLES / Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower TOPPING: SHREDDED ROMAINE TOMATO + ONION SALAD PICKLED ONIONS KALAMATA OLIVES CABBAGE SLAW CAULIFLOWER QUINOA TABBOULEH TOMATO + CUCUMBER SALAD CUCUMBER / with olive oil and lemon PITA CRISPS LEMON WEDGE MINT CRUMBLED FETA PICKLED BANANA PEPPERS / by Gordy's Pickle Jar CARROTS + CURRANTS / seasonal DRESSING: SRIRACHA GREEK YOGURT GREEK VINAIGRETTE SPICY HARISSA LEMON HERB TAHINI YOGURT DILL GREEN HARISSA read more

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My favorite place to get fast food in the area. It's like Chipotle, but more Mediterranean style (and so, so much better.) I've heard that this chain is known for having super fresh ingredients, and it's easy to see- their kitchens, fridges and storage containers are all really clean, unlike other restaurants. I usually get a bowl of chicken and rice with lettuce, tomatoes, pita chips, etc. with bread on the side (they ask if you want one when you order) and it's so good- I'm always in the mood for a meal here. As for the customer service, the people definitely aren't the warmest or most sociable so don't expect much help when ordering (especially if it's your first time.) They also don't give a lot of each ingredient that you want in your bowl, so you could ask for more if you really wanted. Overall, great atmosphere and food, just wish customer service could improve. read more

Came for lunch and was taken back by how clean and neat this place was. The door is totally on the wrong side of the restaurant with the order one clear across the room. I watched many folks get very confused when they came in. Ordering was a little weird but I decided to jump is and pretend to know what I was I doing and with their ingredients I certainly created a masterpiece. The hummus all types a so yummy and the lamb meatballs great. I also love all of the drinks concoctions so incredible. Okay I'm dying to go here again! read more

Very disappointed! I loved my first Cava and couldn't wait for more. Unfortunately I guess the current situation has affected their quality. I ordered a salad for pick up and it was pathetic. Barely any lettuce, it looked like someone started eating it before me. Really need to review your processes for building your orders. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

CAVA is a chipotle style build your own Mediterranean bowl with fresh and delicious ingredients. It's very quick. Like, your parents are coming to see your apartment in 20 minutes and you still need to clean up quick. I felt pressured to make my selections, but that's the name of the game at CAVA. Would recommend. read more

Three bites and had to give it 5 stars already! If you love chipotle for its style of service and quality of ingredients then take that same concept and apply it to Mediterranean food and you have very delicious quick service Mediterranean restaurant with delicious grilled sirloin beef meatballs, well cooked brown saffron rice, add the grilled chicken (thigh meat like chipotle) and you have a hearty meal for a reasonable price! And their Harissa humus adds the perfect kick to your bowl. Wish we had one of these in San Antonio! read more

This is my favorite spot. I love the freshness and good quality of the food. However, be aware that they have a policy where they don't offer full refund. So I went recently and ordered and they made a mistake on my order but refused to give me a full refund. read more

Typical chain very consistent friendly staff, love there seasonal drinks. This location is very clean and if your into spicy add the harissa sauce to your meal. #Cleaneats. read more

Great Mediterranean food has arrived in Columbia! I had been waiting months for this location to open and it did not disappoint! It's even better that the Tyson's Corner location. The food is simply delicious...Fresh, healthy, and flavorful. I've been here at least 3 times a week since it's opened. The restaurant is clean and airy. It's set up like Chipotle, except there are more food, toppings, and sauce options, and, they don't rush you thru the line...which I appreciate. The staff is knowledgeable of the menu items and really good about answering any questions you may have. Cava Mezze is a great place for Vegetarians, Vegans, people avoiding gluten, and Carnivores. I hope they maintain this excellence. I highly recommend. read more

CAVA - Cava, Netflix, and Chill...YummO - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

So at first I thought it would be weird but it's actually pretty good the only reason why I gave it 4 stars cuz because I found a blonde hair in my food (I'm not blonde). Over all it's really good. read more

I love Cava! I have been coming here for years and have never had a problem with the food or service. I love how the bowls are super filling, but still so healthy with all the grain and vegetable options. The pita wraps are also delicious. Definitely come here if you want a quick but healthy meal! read more

CAVA - Green and grain bowls with falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

The food is good as always the service is bad the ladies who work there act like they are annoyed and bothered if you ask any questions.

This picture is a picture of burned sweet potato. I've never had any problems with this Cava until today. I ordered my usual, a lentil bowl with sweet potato. I have to pay extra for this sweet potato by the way. When I asked for it this time, they gave me not one but two scoops. The guy even examined it thoroughly before plopping it on. It was crunchy and nasty. Instead of tossing out they burned sweet potato, they just spoon it to their customers. So before you pay extra, it might be worth an inspection yourself before you buy. Word to the wise. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

A Mediterranean Chipotle! Pretty tasty and healthy depending on what you choose. Since it was my first time, I tried almost everything. Other than too many brussel sprouts in the supergreens, it was a pretty good mix of flavors. The braised beef was really good and I'll have to try different meats next time. I also liked the variety of fountain drinks, sodas, and iced teas (no Coke or Pepsi products here). read more

Described to me as the "Chipotle of the Mediterranean" and that couldn't be more accurate. I wish one was closer to me than Columbia. Located in a shopping center so parking is easy. CAVA had a huge line but we really didn't wait long. Like Chipotle or Nalley Fresh you pick your "base" (greens, rice, beans, etc), then you add meat, just about any topping you could think of, and lastly sauces. I wish they had some pre-thought out meals like Nalley's, so many options can be overwhelming. They also don't have a typical "soda machine." They have a lot of drinks that you have never heard of and may even think sound gross but trust me take a chance and try them. I loved everything I got, no complaints here! I will say this place isn't cheap (over $9 for a bowl) but honestly a bowl is big enough for two meals or for people to share. I definitely took home my leftovers!! What I LOVED about this place was their attention to "eco-friendliness. I wish every place did this! They compost just about everything! Even the cups, forks, and bowls are all made out of compostable material! Not sure how they do it, it feels and looks just like plastic. read more

CAVA - Green and Grain Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

We initially discovered CAVA while in NJ last year around October. We drove up to NYC from NC during that visit when we were introduced to CAVA by my Brother in Law. On our drive back to NC days later we stopped in our old neighborhood in Columbia,MD to check out the new developments (if any) and to stop at a favorite store in that area only to discover CAVA is located here. This location is very welcoming with a large open floor plan and great lighting. The community table is long and extended for open seating and a great space to meet other people who love to eat good. The ingredients are FRESH just like the NJ location as well as the NC location we discovered. The staff here is very welcoming and have great ideas and suggestions when building your meal. I honestly NEVER personally put my bowl together as my husband has always built my bold starting with lentil, arugula, roasted veggies, pickled onions, etc.. I mean the bowl is so flavorful. My husband always get a similar bowl minus the arugula and add rice as well as lamb. Our toddler get the child plate with pita, hummus and cucumbers which he really enjoys. The bathrooms here a clean but loud in my opinion. It seems like you enter a sound booth the music is like on level 8 (on a 1-10 setting). I also didn't care for the fact that they keep the restaurant so COLD in the winter. Everyone was eating in their coats so I know it wasn't just us that were freezing. Overall a great place to have a great meal whether for lunch or dinner. read more

I'm not a fan of Cava, and I should be. I love Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food. But this is fast casual done wrong. All I taste here is salt. And the flow here is not smooth. One thing fast casual places must do well is get a nice, smooth flow with the line. Let's be real : it's a glorified cafeteria line. I have nothing against this. But when you have seven meals backed up on your line, something has gone wrong. Spicy food should be spicy, e.g., spicy meatballs. But all I taste is salt. I've had the pita and the bowl/salad. It tastes fresh, I'll give them that. But I can go elsewhere for good falafel with actual flavor. Hard pass on Cava. I'd only return if it was my only option. read more

Fast service, great place to grab a quick bite. You can also order online and have the food ready and picked up when you get there . I love their pitas with a great variety of toppings you can add. read more

I'm visiting from New York and wanted a healthy lunch and came across this gem. Being a salad lover this was an easy choice to make and the reviews were wonderful. Loved the selections of greens, although not as much as the city in other spots, the toppings made up for that. I had super greens which is a combo of kale, Brussels sprouts and other goodies. The choice of protein fit with the Mediterranean concept with lamb, braised and meatballs, being some of the choices. They had dips, dressings and toppings that will please many. I loved this place sooo much that I will be swinging by on the way to the airport for my last visit. read more

CAVA - Super greens with, spicy feta, cucumber and tomatoes, cabbage, spicy lamb balls, sautéed veges and olives. - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Anytime I can find I Cava, I go! So fresh! So good! So yum! I discovered CAVA in Washington and got hooked. #goodstuff #yum read more

CAVA - #yum - Mediterranean Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Really really good food here. My family has been her multiple times now, and have been very pleased every time (except once, but that's b/c i put a bunch of a sauce that did not match my personal taste). There is quite a selection of meats, vegetables, pickled items, sauces, and dressings. Everything is very fresh. They fry pita as well i think for the kids meals, and those are really delicious! I wonder if they sell them normally ... they should if they don't. One other item that's really neat is most of their items can be composted (utensils and bowls). I'm not sure about their plastic cups ... i wish they had a recycle bin for that. But beyond that, thumbs up! read more

Just fantastic. Would give then 10 stars if I could. The food is healthy - really healthy - great taste and variety. Place is always clean and efficient. Servers behind the counter are quick, friendly, and polite What more can one ask for ? read more