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    CAVA

    3.8 (2.5k reviews)
    ModerateMediterranean, Salad
    Open 10:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Dave L.

    This place has great food, I mean I really love the concept and love the flavors. This CAVA is located in the Crossroads shopping center. There have been a few restaurants in the same location over the years. I really enjoy the food here, but everything else is not so great. Here is what happened to me. My plan was to share my bowl with someone since we were not that hungry. She gave me two scoops of rice, so I asked for more, "Can I please have one more scoop of rice?" This is when things got weird. The server said that it will cost more for more rice. How much? One dollar for each extra scoop of rice! What???? Are you kidding me?? There is not another place that I know of that would charge me one dollar for an extra scoop of rice. The minimum is two dollars added to the bill. I then noticed there were ten employees and only five customers in the restaurant. There is a lot of standing around. I wish someone would handle the drink station. I paid the two dollars for two more scoops of rice, and proceeded to get my iced tea. It tasted like water. I complained. It was clear and not brown. Another server told me I had chosen the wrong drink, not the black tea. Excuse me? I showed her the tea is not brewed correctly. They walked away from me, and said nothing. A few minutes later, I went up to the manager and asked about the tea. He said it would take at least 45 minutes to an hour. No apology. This place serves great food but is a hostile environment for its customers. Just so I am clear and you know what I was disappointed in, this is what I wanted to hear: Sure, you can have an extra scoop of rice because I know a happy customer will always return with more people. We are very sorry about the tea, would you like a refund? Would you mind waiting, we will put a rush on a new batch of tea? Can I get you something else? This place has great food. The concept is a winner. The execution is horrible. They have created a hostile environment for customers. This service is beyond bad. Anything extra costs a lot. In the future, I will head to Woodbury for my CAVA.

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    Andrew L.

    I visited this location of Cava and left dissapointed. It's located in the Crossroads shopping center. Food: We ordered a chicken bowl with basmati rice to share. The chicken tasted good as well as the rice and toppings They were fresh. The selection of toppings was great. However, I noticed that the black tea was very watery. The person I went with informed the staff but was told that it would take 45 minutes to an hour to brew a new batch of tea. This dissapointed me . Service: The employees here are not very friendly. In addition to our issue with the black tea, we were charged $2 for two extra scoops of rice. Ambiance: The inside is nice and there is plenty of seating.

    Trisha D.

    Food: Build your bowl (Greens and Grains) Price: ~$13.20 Overall: No words can describe how much I love Cava. This is so healthy and yummy that I literally have no self-control and most likely will not have any leftovers. I build my bowl, romaine lettuce, saffron rice with chicken, red pepper hummus, harrisa, tzatziki, all the toppings (except for olives) and on top is Garlic Dressing and Skhug. NORCAL NEEDS THIS DELICIOUS MEDITERRANEAN FOOD!

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    Michelle C.

    I have told many friends that Cava is superior to Chipotle in many ways. The assortment and freshness of the ingredients consistently inspires me to eat healthier and in a more colorful manner. I truly want to meal prep in a way that would allow me to stimulate a Cava bowl. It is a bucket list item of mine to do. The first time I had gone to Cava I loved how you could get unique flavors from mixing the different beverages they offer. You can put together a fun concoction. Inside there's a good amount of seating, and plenty more outside that is unique to the Woodbury Town Center plaza. Grateful for the people who make this place happen.

    Yosmar J.

    Great spot, still delicious but portions have gotten smaller Cover Restaurant continues to be one of my go-to places because the food is always flavorful and consistent. The quality hasn't changed at all -- everything still tastes amazing. The only thing I've noticed is that the portions have definitely gotten significantly smaller compared to previous visits. It's not a dealbreaker, but it's noticeable. Also, just a heads up: it gets very busy around 5 PM, so arriving a bit earlier (or later) will give you a much smoother experience. Overall, still a great restaurant with delicious dishes -- I just hope they bring back the fuller portions!

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    Noemi M.

    This was the first time for four of us at CAVA, and we were all impressed. The food was fresh, delicious, and full of flavor, and everyone at the table enjoyed their meal. The person who helped us answered all my questions and made great recommendations based on our preferences, which made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back!

    to-go orders are skimpy. Probably the worst to-go order I've ever gotten, with the bowl one-third full, would avoid this Cava. Other ones seem fine but this location is somehow off.

    I really like the cava!Great quality !nice service!Shout out to Andre, Jayden and Evan!!!

    Kelly C.

    Ive lived next to Cava majority of my life and I never ate here before. It wasnt until recently my boyfriend and one of my friends were raving about cava and they were craving it. Made me want one too just from seeing their reaction to the food. We didnt end up getting it that day and i havent tried to get it since but today i was on my way home and realized i live right next to Cava so i decided to drop in for the very first time. Ive seen memes online about Cava being a better version of Chipotle (during the whole chipotle boycott bc of portions), and funny enough the 2 stores are right next to each other. Safe to say I do like the variety better at cava and i love the pita chips! I came in around 12:15pm, near lunch rush hour but the line moved pretty quickly, a lot of people dining in. Its pretty casual. Good for grabbing a quick bite. The workers were super nice and guided me through creating my own bowl. Shoutout to Kaz and Adam for running a smooth operation over here!

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    Lisette R.

    We go to cava twice a week, different locations, and the portions are always consistent. Today, here at this Cava, the portion is half of what we normally get. We definitely did not get what we paid for. When I tried to bring it up to one of the employees he made a comment about when we get half portions of the chicken which the protein was skimpy too but before that the rice and the greens were barely there in both our bowls. AND I actually paid for a full portion of chicken and add on sweet potato and they served it as if I didn't pay for extra. Last weekend we were here, it was fine. We won't be back here especially since we tried to remedy it and bring it up and we just got deer in the headlights basically. To top it off the food was nasty. The sweet potato was so stale and hard that we had to spit it out couldn't even chew it. Had no rice. Something else in the mix tasted spoiled and the chicken was burned.

    Maya A.

    Excellent healthy food, a great ambiance, and friendly customer service make this one of our favorite places. Everything is fresh, delicious, and consistently good. It's become our go-to spot whenever we're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal. Highly recommended!

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    1 year ago

    Quick and friendly service + fresh ingredients! Cava is always amazing for a quick meal that's filling and not too expensive!

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    3 months ago

    Tasty Food and good quality of service. That is why It is always crowded it will be great if the business owner can hire more staff:)

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    9 months ago

    Heathly and love this place. Great workers! Shout out to Adam, Adan, and kass! Keep up the good work!

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    3 months ago

    . I love this location!Shirley was so kind and pleasant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    9 months ago

    The food and service is always super good. The restaurant itself is clean and modern. Definitely worth it and I will be coming back

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    3 months ago

    I love these guys, Kassy, Marco, Kel and Evan! They are super helpful and kind you guys made my day!

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    9 months ago

    Our favorite Cava location! Staff is always nice and my salad bowl is always on point. The only chicken salad I look forward to!

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    3 months ago

    Great customer service, very welcoming and clean. Great food, beats chipotle. Will come again

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    9 months ago

    Service is great and fast. Yummy food. Brought my husband to try as well he liked it.

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    3 months ago

    Amazing and good help!!! Bunch of helpful people and good food and vibe must try!! Uhhhh

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    4 months ago

    The food was amazing best cava ever. I would recommend anyone coming to this cava. If you are in Irvine come here

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    Fast service. Fresh food. Always love coming here. Highly recommended. Parking is hard during lunch but my goto place.

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    Is the drink refillable while dining in?

    Yes

    Do you have any vegetarian, no onion, no garlic, no leeks, no scallion, no egg options?

    They have many options! Just think of chipotle but much better with more options!

    Telena V. Gave wrong location. It is not on or near jamboree. It's on culver at barranca. This not a question but a statement?

    True this location is on barranca not jamboree

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    Mendocino Farms

    Mendocino Farms

    4.3(123 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    This review is for Tiffany, who is an absolute gem! She went…read moreabove and beyond to make sure my not-so-fried chicken was flavorful and just right. She took the time to explain the menu to us, made sure we knew what was good and in season, and even recommended the crispy tenders for my son--which he absolutely devoured in seconds! Tiffany isn't just here to do a job. You can genuinely feel her passion, care, and positive attitude, and that's what made this visit so memorable for me. I've been to several Mendo locations, but moving forward, this is the location I'll be coming back to--not just for the food, but because Tiffany is here. I'm not sure if the management team will see this review, but if you do, please give Tiffany a well-deserved pat on the back--and honestly, a raise! I hope her level of passion and hospitality becomes the standard for everyone at this Mendo. Thank you, Tiffany, for making our experience so special!

    This review is for Tiffany N. who works here, I cannot thank her enough. I am absolutely moved by…read moreher tremendous customer support but also her humanity. When you think there are no good people out there, you meet a Tiffany and she restores your faith in the world. Tiffany went above and beyond and truly made my month. It was my first time at this location and is now my favorite. I have been going to Mendocino Farms since 2014 when they opened in Orange County and been an absolute fan since. Tiffany truly went above and beyond. I have had the longest week. Tiffany was so kind, helpful, and absolutely life changing. I wish the world was filled with more Tiffany's, life would be better if it were. She even got my children placemats with crayons. Her compassion is truly unbelievable in the way she shows up. I will never forget Tiffany's kindness and her heart. I wish her only the best and that she always receives the same amount of love and generosity back to her. Thank you so much, Tiffany, you have no idea how much you mean to me. Thank you for everything!

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    Mendocino Farms

    Mendocino Farms

    4.3(913 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    Food: This was one of my favorite spots to go to for lunch or to cater from during college!…read moreMendocino's sandwiches are amazing, especially their Not So Fried Chicken, Vegan Banh Mi, and Happy Hippie! I've heard the Peruvian Steak, Prosciutto, and Chicken are good too! My only feedback with the Happy Hippie is that there is slightly too much filling, so it falls when you are eating the sandwich. Each of their sandwiches comes with two halves and is filling and satisfying. They also use fresh, vibrant vegetables, and a store associate told me their bread is baked fresh every day! Service: The service here is half the reason I come! A lovely store associate will guide you when ordering, and they will bring the food right to you! When they bring the food, there are two napkins on the tray. If they see you carrying your tray after you are finished eating, they will also offer to take it for you! Although the sandwich prices are slightly premium, you are paying for their healthy ingredients and exceptional service! Ambiance: This restaurant is spacious with many tables on the inside and outside! Their bathrooms are also really clean and well kept! Please go here for a healthy, non-bloating meal when you're in the area!

    8/05/26 5:18 p.m. University Town Center…read more I decided to try the Peruvian Steak today without avocado. I usually order the Not So Fried Chicken, but I wanted to switch things up. I'd rate the Peruvian Steak an 8.5/10. The bread was perfectly toasted, the mustard added just the right amount of kick, and all of the flavors complemented each other well. It would have been a perfect 10/10 if one side of the bottom bun hadn't been completely soggy from the mustard spilling out of the sandwich. I ordered my sandwich to go, so if I had waited until I got home to eat it, I think the entire bottom of the sandwich would have been soggy. That was disappointing. For to-go orders, I think Mendocino Farms should automatically serve the mustard in a separate sauce container to help prevent this issue. My other qualm was with the pickup process. When I received the text that my order was ready, it read: "Your order at Mendocino Farms - 10 - UC Irvine is ready for pickup. Please proceed to the counter." Some restaurants have signs explaining whether customers should grab their to-go orders themselves or wait for a team member to assist them. I waited patiently at the counter for several minutes while a team member saw me standing there but didn't acknowledge me. After about five minutes, I finally asked, "Can I grab my order?" The process felt confusing and could have been communicated more clearly. Overall, I thought the sandwich was delicious and a great portion size. However, I think the to-go process could use some improvement. I ended up eating my sandwich in the restaurant because I could already see the bread becoming soggy when I picked it up, which wasn't part of my original plan.

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    Flower Child

    Flower Child

    4.3(757 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$
    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    Very friendly staff and the food is fresh and healthy. I got the Brussels and kale salad,…read moreabsolutely delicious. They're lemonade is also bomb. It's not too sweet., just right. I work up the street and have a very tight schedule for my brakes and they had it ready in just a few minutes too. I'll definitely be baxk

    August 2026: We love this restaurant with its tasty & healthy offerings so much so that we ate…read morehere twice taking advantage of our time in the area. The first time we visited it was crowded and there was a long line. But, they allowed the two of us to go ahead of the line because the rest were large groups, which we appreciated. The young man who took our order was very kind. We both ordered the chicken entree with steamed brown rice except I opted for the grilled vegetables and hubby chose sweet potato fries. We enjoyed our delicious meals! The chicken was tasty, tender, and grilled to perfection as were my vegetables drizzled in olive oil. The sweet potato fries were so good especially with the their homemade sauce. Eating here allowed my blood sugar to come into range for surgery the next day. It goes on to show a good diet is everything. I knew Flower Child would come through. It was the perfect low carb, high protein meal. The second time we arrived, there was no line so we were able to order right as we got up to the counter. The young lady there was very welcoming. My husband ordered the same thing but I slightly changed the meal opting for a cauliflower risotto in place of the grilled vegetables previously. Delicious! The interior has a whimsical & bright decor and impeccably clean. The high ceilings make it feel very spacious & airy. Looking forward to returning.

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