Cava is so good and if it was cheaper I'd probably go more often. Each bowl being over 15 dollars on average is a bit overpriced but for the convenience and great ingredients, it's an easy guilt free way to get your veggies and protein in one easy meal. Love that if is conveniently located close to a gym too. The workers can be on the slower side it just depends on who is working that day. They are generally very nice though and will ask you what you want. I do notice that they kind of simp out on the portions. Again it goes back to the price vs portion. Also love Cava's multiple drink options that aren't soda. And you can grab as many utensils or napkins as you want. Parking: free in plaza read more

first time trying cava drove 35 min to experience CAVA.Sophia helped us out who seemingly hated her job.Rolling her eyes,as we tried to decide on what to order.she then begins to whisper to her co worker donna making it clear of her impatience towards us impatiently waiting for us .seemingly rushing us to hurry she kept repeating to "are you ready to order.clearly looking confused at the menu, didn't even bother to explain how things worked Or how to order. when we finally decided on what to get she then rolls her eyes because she needed to grab things from the back for us she then proceeds to serve us portions so small you couldn't even feed a mouse other customers after us were served bigger portions and treated way better than us went in for food but was served hate. was really looking forward to this meal but i couldn't enjoy it due to the poor experience i had so read more

I came to this location tonight at 8pm with two of my friends and the experience was disappointing because of the customer service from one employee working the toppings station. She was rude, dismissive, and made all of us feel unwelcome during the ordering process. When I asked for corn, I didn't use the exact wording from the label, and instead of simply clarifying, she acted like she didn't know what I meant until I repeated the full name exactly as written. She then responded in a condescending tone saying, "You know it's not spicy, right?" which felt completely unnecessary. Later, I started asking for pickled onions, and before I could even finish speaking she threw regular pickles into my bowl instead. I hate pickles, but honestly felt too uncomfortable to ask her to remake it because she had already been rude to my friends when they tried correcting parts of their orders too. The food itself was okay, but customer service really affects the overall experience. We all left feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome, which is unfortunate because we were excited to try this location. read more

TL;DR: One-star review because I literally could not eat my food that also happened to be sloppy and cold. I ordered a Harissa Avocado bowl for pickup over the weekend. We hadn't been to this location for several months because something always seems to be wrong when we go here. We like the idea of Cava being delicious, and it seems popular, so we've been here about five times since they opened. This will have been our last visit. The harissa honey chicken was cold. Like just-came-out-of-the-refrigerator cold. I picked it up 2 minutes after the confirmation said it would be complete, so it was not sitting long. On top of that it was fatty, it will FILLED with chewy and crunchy gristle, and it was cut so poorly it was basically in three big partially connected hunks. I was willing to forgive this. The bowl itself aesthetically was unappetizing. Plops of hummus, harissa and "Crazy Feta" were thrown in so haphazardly it's obvious the person making it either has ZERO respect for their customers, ZERO respect for their job, or (a bit of conjecture here) maybe so overworked/understaffed that they literally don't have the physical ability to do anything more that squirt bottles of watery sauce all over my bowl like a toddler. I was also willing to forgive this. However, I could not forgive the rock-hard, undercooked lentils. If you are unaware, please look up undercooked lentils. The highlights: "digestion inhibitors", "can be highly toxic to the human body", "can trigger severe gas, bloating, and stomach cramps". These were not slightly undercooked. I thought I was going to break a tooth eating them. I'd say about 80% were normally cooked, but the other 20% were mixed in with every bite, and after eating maybe a third of my bowl I finally gave up and admitted defeat. You win Cava. Your Fullerton location finally broke me. I won't be coming back. Diners beware. read more

This CAVA is right next to my gym, so it's super convenient for a post-workout meal! It's always on point and hits every time. The only downside is they sometimes run out of certain proteins, which is kind of a bummer. read more

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Never been disappointed with my cava bowl until I went to this place. Both the brown and white rice were hard! Don't know if it was undercooked or overcooked but it was not good. Long wait during school lunch hours but shouldn't be an excuse for hard rice.. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

Healthy and yummy! You have to figure out which sauces you like to mix with your bowl for the best experience. I didn't have meat. Instead I ordered sweet potatoes and falafels. The sweet potatoes are the best. I choose only those next time. Thier service is great. This restaurant stays packed. 1st visit: Yummy!! Their bowls taste amazing and healthy for you. I don't like brussel sprouts, but they taste great at this location. I will be back and I'll bring a friend. read more

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This is my first time at Cava. Small, fast casual, mediterranean restaurant. Very similar to a Chipotle but for Mediterranean food. Make your own bowl or pita wrap with different types of rice, greens, meats and other toppings. There are about 5 to 6 tables inside and no outdoor seating. The entire store facade is made of glass which brings in a lot of light and gives the space an open feel. The Nice modern interior and the pop music playing in the background gives it a good vibe. The AC was turned on at a perfect temperature. The noise level was medium to loud. I got a bowl with greens as the base. For meats, i got the chicken shawarma and the grilled beef. For toppings i got 2 types of hummus, grilled corn, tomatoes, cucumbers and pickled cabbage. The bowl came with a complimentary but optional slice of greek style pita bread. They also have fountain drinks. The greens and dressing was really good. On the other hand, the meats were not tender at all, cold and dry. As i was making my bowl, i barely stuck my hand over the food bar window to remotely point at an item in order to ask my hostess what the item was. Before she would even answer my question, and as i was already retrieving my hand, she unnecessarily snapped and asked me to remove my hand. And then she rushed me through the rest of the process. I understood why but it was still unnecessary. I did not appreciate that but i kept my cool. Prices are consistent with other similar fast casual food restaurants. My bowl was a little over $17. The amount of food was just right. Not too much nor too little. Based on this experience i would probably not go back but you can try it for yourself and formulate your own opinion. It would still be a good spot for a quick lunch especially if you are vegetarian or Vegan. read more

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Yes...as previous posts say...get your wallet ready. The food is tasty but not trying relinquish my right arm for some Mediterranean food. Ugh. In the words of John Travolta Faceoff....What a predicament? Thr pita chips are slap yo mama good. What's a hungry chick to do? read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

We were in the mood for Mediterranean food and have never tried Cava, so I stopped by to pick up a to-go order. On a Saturday at 5:45pm, they were very busy and every table inside was occupied. The ordering line was moving pretty fast and it was only a few minutes before it was my turn to order. The two employees who prepared my order, and the cashier were all friendly and pleasant. I had the Steak + Feta pita ($16.65). When I unwrapped it, I was surprised at how large it was, which help offset the sticker shock. The pita was nice and fresh, and the feta cheese and garlic dressing definitely stood out. The portion of steak was ok, but several pieces were chewy or all gristle. I was almost going to order a side, but I'm glad I didn't since the pita was very filling on its own. I enjoyed it, but I don't know if I would order it again for almost $17. She had the Greek Salad bowl with chicken ($12.95). The salad was a good size with flavorful ingredients. They forgot to add the fiery broccoli that I requested. The salad also contains corn which was not on the online or in-store menu, so be careful if you are allergic or don't care for it. She enjoyed the salad and would order it again. It was a hot day and one of their fresh drinks sounded good, so I tried a small cucumber mint lime ($3.45). It was very refreshing with all flavors present. But it had a lot of chopped up mint in it which gave it a slight graininess, and a lot of the bits kept getting stuck between my teeth. I wouldn't order it again for such a small cup at that price. Overall, it was pretty good. Some of the items are a little on the pricey side, but the portions are pretty big. I would return once in a while, but probably not regularly. read more

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THe food is not bad but your guys starting to be the new chipotle with the servings you guys mad stingy with the chicken you get two spoon fulls and shake the spoon to drop some chicken off then you guys got the smallest spoon shits almost a tea spoon and when you ask for cucumbers they give you one small spoon thats like 3 little pieces of cucumbers, if you're lucky ask for broccoli gave me one spoon half spoon lol. I just show you guys. them workers need raises because i know they save a lot of food for you guys read more

CAVA - Shaken Grains Bowl i had to pay for extra rice because they barely gave me any - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

Terrible location. I asked about schwarma chicken meat. All she told me was it just cleaner. I get to the register - SHOCKED its $16.50 bc there is an upcharge for it. No warning. Upset and felt sneaky upcharge. Lost my trust in this location. Terrible. read more

So glad they opened a Cava in Fullerton, so I no longer have to go down for Irvine to get it. This location has less seating than the Irvine location, but luckily we could eat at the outside tables by Five Guys. I thought the food here was good. However the steak was a bit dry read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

The food and service was so quick and helpful. The workers were very patient. The food was fresh and high quality.

Brought my daughter to visit csuf and she said we must stop at CAVA. So glad we did. It was delicious. So many choices. Only down side was limited seating. We ended up eating next door at 5 Guys patio area. read more

CAVA - Build your own - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

Staff is always so helpful at this location! Food is always fresh too! Downside is just rushes tend to hit location harder so the line might be a little intimidating. The team moves it pretty quickly though read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

Its a pretty good spot to get a nice salad with many options! But do not do take out online...I did not get hummus added...did not get extra romaine... sometimes they are rushing cause they are low staffed. I do not blame them. Better experience if you order in person. read more

Staff is extremely rude There was a yellow wilted piece of lettuce the employee put in our bowl I asked her to take it out She was insulted and looked at me rudely that I made that request Staff is very rude in an assembly line style Very transactional read more

Everyone is super nice, we come here all the time and never have a bad experience:) Mia is especially really sweet and gave good recommendations!! read more

Came in for lunch today because I was craving their spicy lamb meatballs. Everyone was so friendly!! It does get quite loud during the lunch rush but that's because all these people have good taste. Service was awesome! So good in fact that I'm 99% sure if my life was in danger, I could count on these employees to help me out. House on fire? They'd save me in a pinch. Car accident? They'd come pick me up and put my car back together. Feeling sick? They'd probably drop into my house via helicopter through my 2nd story window and give me hospital-level treatment. I'd give 10 stars if I could! I'm here almost every day that's how good it is!! read more

I haven't had Cava in years and recently visited when my coworkers suggested we go for lunch. I ordered a wrap and a side of pita chips and a drink. Everything was really good, but I had no idea what I liked or didn't like so I was even thinking, should I give this place another chance? I ended up watching a TikTok that showed up in my algorithm of the best kids meal and Cava had a great one. I got a kids meal my next visit and they were right, it's the best value for your money and I didn't feel over-full after I ate it. For about eight dollars and some change I can get an entree, side, drink and another side. I figured out that I like the grilled chicken wrap with pita chips, strawberry-ade, rice and/or yogurt sauce. I also recommend the pita chips! It reminds me of really good fry bread. The service here is always great. I always get my order via the app and they have it ready by the time I get there OR they are always greeting me when I arrive and let me know my order is almost complete. This location has the worse parking situation (it shares the lot with a gym & Del Taco among other restaurants and shops) and the indoor dining area is for parties of 1 to 2 people, so don't expect to find a big table for all four or more of your friends unless it's a slow day/time. There is a restroom and it's clean. They are located on the southeast corner of State College and Chapman ave. read more

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That food is amazing every time I have been at this location but this time it was, Daniela who attended took care of me today provided exceptional service. I will definitely keep coming back to this location! read more

I've been wanting to try Cava! Today was the day I got to try this divine meal! I get nervous ordering at places like cava and chipotle and my sister gave me words of encouragement to order and I ordered. The person helping me with my order was extremely nice and I think she noticed I had my phone ready to order! Haha you really see my nervousness. Everyone there was very sweet and nice! It was very crowded, but line was moving pretty fast. I enjoyed the food a lot and the chicken was perfectly seasoned ! I would say if you want to dine here there's limited seating! Lunar new year! So luck will be on your side for seats ! This was my order Bowl - Romaine - Saffron rice - Tzatziki - Hummus - Crazy feta - grilled chicken - Corn - Tomato + cucumber - Cucumber - Crumbled feta - Pita crisp chip - yogurt dill and garlic dressing Thank you for the experience! read more

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App Order Experience: Ordered from the app and received a bowl that was disappointingly half filled. The amount of food was not worth the $16 price tag. When I went back, the manager (Viviana) explained that online/app orders are at the mercy of the bowl preparer and advised to make sure you add notes of extra base and toppings to the app. There is no option on the app to add extra base and toppings. She offered to remake the bowl. The food itself was delicious, but my app experience made me only want to order in person. read more

I won't be coming back! This is the second time I have come to this location and both times our order was so skimpy compared to other locations. And the people behind the counter were very rude... Heaven for bid I ask a question or would like an extra scoop from something. Her name started with an M, she is short, thick eyebrows and fake lashes... barely made eye contact and her tone was unacceptable to have with a customer. Worst Cava location by far!!! read more

For some reason they give such little portions. I keep having them to ask for more but it was still so little as if they're rationing? But no one was behind me in line. Not sure why they skimp on portions when there's no one coming in to buy it. Also their service is so slow. read more

If I was able to get Cava everyday, I would. I love their choices in toppings. I always get a steak and chicken bowl with super greens and basmati rice. I recommend the skhug sauce. It's so flavorful and gives the food that extra boost of tastiness! The harissa sauce also offers your bowl that extra spice. I would say it's a 9/10 on spice level so go light if you're sensitive to spice. The food is very filling & I love that cava offers complimentary pita bread each visit! The service was quick. I was able to go in and out of the line asap. There are also options to mobile order! I tried the hot harissa pita chips from cava and they were so good! I thought they were going to be actual chips that are crunchy but they offer both a soft and mild crunch. The harissa gives the chips a lot of flavor! read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

I ordered on Uber Eats to save time and received this. This location severely skimps on their bowls. There are about 5 spoons of food in this entire bowl, a very small rice/greens base, and maybe about 5 pieces of chicken? I think the base should definitely be a bigger proportion. The bowl had so much space in it left. Save your money and time and don't order here!!! I've been going here since they opened but getting an UberEats order and them being okay sending a bowl out like this is crazy. Debated driving to the store but seeing the reviews, it sees like this is a known issue, and it'd be counterintuitive since I got an UberEats to save time. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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I love Cava. Food is always so good and tasty. Not sure what kind of oils they use but otherwise all the veggies seem really fresh and the meat seems like it's always prepared pretty well. They always give a side of pita bread too. I got black lentils and super greens for my base, eggplant/traditional hummus/harissa for my pastes, half veggies and half falafel for my protein, and all of the toppings. Why I gave it a 4 star instead of a 5 was because the seating was weak. They have 4 tables that fit 4 people and 2 tables that fit 2 people so definitely not a Cava restaurant that can hold big parties. It was really busy on a Saturday around 1PM where we had to wait in line for a bit. Otherwise enjoyed our meal! read more

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My only complaint is how loud the music was, it was very hard for me to hear and for the workers to hear me. Other than that, the food was amazing, the staff is super organized, very friendly and so helpful!! The ordering process was so smooth, my family really appreciated it. The store was very busy, but they did maintain the cleanliness of the tables and floor. The drink and cutlery station were fully stocked and clean as well! Bathroom was also in great shape! Easily my favorite location! read more

Tell your employees if they are going to whisper about customer do not do it in front of their face. I was trying to read an order from my phone and I could tell they were getting impatient and then one said something under her breath to the other one and they both giggled. Also, they charged me for full veggies when she said she only gave me half. I love Cava and have never felt so made fun of when making an order. I wish I got their names. It was 3 girls working and it was the two girls that were working the line. The cash register girl was great and sweet! Food is always great but customer service goes a long way, so this rating is for customer service only. read more

Not bad, first time at any Cava location. Food was tasty and fresh but a bit dry. This was fixed with the garlic sauce. Didn't get much for the "base." Service was fine, no issues. Modern look which is not great, as the modern look is bland, but I didn't come to check out pretty furniture. Will try again read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

The most I knew about this place was that they serve Mediterranean food, but in a Chipotle restaurant style. Needless to say, when I saw their sign go up, I've been dying to try it out. Last night, I finally got the chance to, but not without fighting for a parking spot. We decided to go for their chef-curated bowls and pair them with some refreshing drinks. The two bowls we tried were the harissa avocado and steak harissa with everything on it. I loved that they also included a free side of pita per order. For drinks we tried the pineapple apple mint and cucumber mint lime. Similar to order at Chipotle, the service was quick and friendly. This is definitely a quick stop and go spot with limited seating. I got to hand it to them and their chefs because these bowls were packed with flavor and super filling! Each bowl had plenty of healthy greens and delicious grains. The drinks were not overly sweet. The price tag is pretty steep for the chef curated bowls, but I believe build your own bowls start at $13. Glad I got to try this spot! read more

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We love coming to CAVA in Fullerton for lunch, especially when I'm grabbing a bite with my nurses. It's consistently one of our go-to spots because the food is delicious, fresh, and feels genuinely healthy without sacrificing flavor. The staff here truly makes a difference -- they're always super friendly and welcoming, and we're greeted right when we walk in, which goes a long way during a busy workday lunch break. The falafels are absolutely amazing and are something I get every single time, no matter what I'm in the mood for. They're perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. The drink options are also consistently good and refreshing, which is a nice bonus. If I had one small note, it would be that I wish the portions were slightly more generous -- though I'm pretty sure that's just part of their standard protocol, so it's not a deal-breaker. read more

This is the second time going to Cava. The first time was about a year ago. The food is good and you get a decent amount of protein. I wanted to order the Harrisa Chicken but it looked a little too charred, so I opted for the grilled chicken. Got my three dips and unlimited toppings. Well, unlimited in the way that you can get all the topping added to your bowl with the exception of the avocado as there is an extra cost. Back to the toppings - you get very small amongst of toppings. You have to keep asking for more because I requested Persian cucumbers and for about 3 pieces. Taste: The chicken had a strong charred taste but other than that the food was fresh and delicious. Service: The service can improve. The only person that smiled and seemed genuinely friendly was the person that starts your order. Service went downhill from that point. At the toppings section I was continuously interrupted by the girl helping me as she was having a personal conversation with another employee. The cashier seemed like I interrupted him and couldn't wait to get me out the door. The whole experience was bad and I was rushed down the line. Based on this my overall rating is a 3 based in the bad service. Will I go back - sadly the picked onions are already calling me back. So I have no choice but to go back and endure the bad service once again. read more

I'd never been to Cava before, so I was pretty overwhelmed by all the choices, but the workers were so patient and took their time to answer my questions. I ended up getting a bowl and I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Will definitely be stopping by after my classes and bringing my friends. read more

CAVA - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

I spent $3 on a small side of Tzaziki...the least you can do is fill the container up. I found out when I got home that they only gave me half. Not to mention service is always slow. The staff there always has a bit of an attitude. read more

CAVA - This is what it looked like when I opened my bag. Disappointing. - Mediterranean Near Me - Fullerton, California

I decided to try this Cava again after being disappointed a year ago by their online ordering. It's close to my job and I was craving it. The problem with this location is the people who work obviously cannot read and follow directions. They always leave several requested items out of the order. This time was no different. My order is missing several requested toppings just like last time. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to read an order and add the toppings. My god. So annoying! I won't be giving them another chance after this. I have placed online orders at many other Cava locations and only experience this problem at this location. Hire people who can read and follow instructions! read more

Came for dinner and built my own bowl. Was looking for something refreshing but reasonably filling. Got rice and veggies with the chicken, added a bunch of pickled stuff. Food was a solid portion and it was bomb. It totally hit the spot. Would definitely come back. read more

43$ for two bowls and almost all of the ingredients was missing. I've been to this location 3 times and decided to wait on writing a review. I always give places the benefit and give 4-5 stars and become disappointed. Ordered the new Garlicky bowl for pickup on my 30 min lunch break so there was no time to go back and fix it. Didn't realize almost all the ingredients wasn't in the bowl. It was a huge let down, lacked flavor just disappointed. The dressing wasn't in the bowl, the broccoli didn't realize that was part of the bowl until I read the order. No feta cheese and the cucumber and tomatoes missing. Oh the pickled onion wasn't in the bowl either. I received a bowl with 3-4 pieces of chicken that looked like scraps, the arugula and rice oh and hummus not good at all. My coworker said her bowl was ok I should've stuck with that one. They missed everything and I feel like the crazy one because it was my turn to treat us lol. So I am the one out of 43$ just crazy. Won't be returning here it cost too much to be playing around with people food. read more