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CAVA

3.1 (23 reviews)
Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Brianna G.

I stopped in here on their opening day & I loved my meal! This was my first ever Cava experience. The staff was kind and I loved my food. Wish I could eat this everyday. It's healthy and yummy. I did build my own so it was a bit more expensive

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Courtney T.

Great experience Cava!!! It has certainly lived up to its hype! The atmosphere was vibrant and buzzing with everyone wanting to try out this new Mediterranean spot. I had the Falafel bowl and it was absolutely delicious! Full of flavor with a slight kick to it. It was like fireworks in my mouth as the flavors combined. The pita was fresh and the array of juice combinations are so good. The service was friendly and quick. There is a decent amount of space but not if it's overly crowded. They also offer take out via the app and food delivery services. Overall, I was very pleased.

Amber J.

This was my very first visit at Cava. It was ok. The food was decent. I did enjoy the cucumber mint drink. I would get that again and again. The service was so so. I'm hoping with more training it will be better. It is a standard looking restaurant. The space was really neat and clean.

Alex F.

I love cava so was super excited when I saw they were putting one in Oakland this summer. I was a little scared to go for the first time as a lot of similar places like chipotle struggle with the college crowd overloading them, but despite being packed when I walked in, they were super efficient with making everyone's food and it took maybe 10 minutes despite a super long line to order.

Angela T.

I just heard through the grapevine at this place was really popular and I love Mediterranean food so I was excited to try it. I waited a couple weeks after opening for the hype to die down a little bit went in today and the line was pretty long, but the service was subpar not a smile or greeting in sight. I got the "fan favorite" bowl and it was just ok. A little too spicy for me. I asked about pita chips but was ignored but then when I got to the end of the line to pay, I asked for pita chips again, and the lady was like you have to order those with your bowl and rolled her eyes as she went to go pick them up for me. A bowl, chips and drink cost almost $24!!!! There are much better places on this street like Roots.

Allison Z.

Soooo excited to have a Cava in Pittsburgh!! Staff was friendly and food was delicious as always. Pita chips with the new saucy snacks dipping , is my absolute favorite.

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Himani M.

Look, the first Cava in Pittsburgh is open, located on the main Forbes street of the U of Pitt campus. From the inside, it looks like any new chain store. I think the staff may be getting acclimated to the company process and store. Also, they were really skimping with the portion sizes . I have no doubt that, no matter the skimping, this is going to become a popular staple, filled with long lines of students and working professionals, ready to spend their money.

Yong Joon K.

There was paper/tissue in my food. Not the cleanest location. Always slow service so it's hard to convince myself to eat here.

Doiku N.

Very mid. I'd go to chipotle or roots. This was hella overpriced. And I didn't like the vibe. Loud and the workers didn't seem to improve the experience. Smelled weird too. The food was bland. Something I could make at home.

This tiny bowl- made the Stingy Lady who Stuffed Her Face

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Tess was great !! friendly and very helpful the restaurant was welcoming we placed our order and was able to watch our food as it was made

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7 months ago

The food was amazing! The customer service was even better I believe her name was Renee I can't wait to come back again!

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girl this place is giving downtown chipotle why they have nothing??? but lowkey the workers are funny so it's fine

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Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine - Falafel lunch specials

Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine

(475 reviews)

$$

Downtown

Even though Pittsburgh is pretty cosmopolitan, this was apparently the first Turkish restaurant in…read moreDowntown Pittsburgh when it opened in 2013. It didn't surprise me when I entered the premises because it had an old school ambiance with chandeliers, white tablecloths, and personalized plates. Given how chilly it was outside, I didn't have any trouble getting a table without a reservation. It was a matter of moments after I ordered when a basket of presumably Turkish bread arrived with a house tapenade made with olives, walnuts, and olive oil (Photo 8). That was delicious and the bread provided a soft, absorbent vessel. For an appetizer, I went with the $11 Grilled Veggies which was a generous plate of zucchini, eggplant, onions, leeks, green & red peppers, carrots, and tomatoes. The flavors were enhanced by a marinade of herbs and balsamic glaze (Photo 9). It stretched into a side dish for my entree, the $35 Grilled Lamb Chops Kebab. Four plump, tender ones came with an order along with a side salad and a scoop of rice (Photo 7). I thought all the food was pretty good with the tapenade and lamb chops the standouts. I'd come back should Pittsburgh call my name again. FOOD - 4 stars...Turkish delights, hearty portions AMBIANCE - 4 stars...old school and refined SERVICE - 3.5 stars...very quick, little interaction TOTAL - 4 stars...go Mediterranean in downtown RELATED - Exploring Pittsburgh? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/el8ZxqDEGE

This restaurant had a nice atmosphere. It was casual, but felt above that. The service was very…read moregood and they supplied some type of house tapenade and baguette slices for free. I had Turkish tea and Chef Borek, a cheesy pastry that was savory, but served with a thin honey, flavored sauce, and sweet, cheery tomatoes. Additionally, based on the waitresses recommendation, I tried the beef shish kebabs. Although I requested them medium, they were definitely well done, however, the flavor was very good even though the texture was a little tougher. I do think it's hard to cook a kebab less than well done most of the time. I also purchased some Turkish taffy as a treat for later and haven't tried them yet. If you're in the North Shore area of Pittsburgh, attending a baseball or football game, this is a nice walk across the bridge for something exotic and tasty. I would return for some more good food

Aria Persian Cuisine & Turkish Grille - Large Mixed Appetizers Platter

Aria Persian Cuisine & Turkish Grille

(185 reviews)

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Oakland

Nice find. Some items on the menu were better than others, but the overall quality was very good…read more We ordered takeout, and the online ordering process was fairly straightforward (though it didn't accept PayPal or Apple Pay). The space is tiny and unassuming, and the restaurant seems to be a family run operation. The interior is much more nicely kept than you might guess based on the outside of the building. The staff were very friendly, and all of our food was well packaged. I strongly suggest taking a look at the "Persian Cuisine" section of the menu; in many cases, that section is more interesting than the Turkish grill. In terms of food, things ranged from excellent to pretty good. The hummus was good and nicely textured, but not exceptional. The kashke ve bademjan was excellent, particularly when paired with the nicely toasted flatbread it arrived with. The Mediterranean salad and Tabouli salad were both nicely done, with a nice level of lemon acidity and some shredded cheese on the side. The veggie kebap was fine, but generally flat in flavor: it really needed some of the sides and some hot sauce to fill things out. The red lentil soup was simple with a subtle spicing but ultimately deeply flavorful. The ash reshteh (noodle soup with beans and spinach) was generally good but would have benefited from toppings that would have probably been provided in a dine-in environment. All told, this was a nice little establishment with some excellent Mediterranean and Persian style cuisine. They seem to churn out some high quality food from what seems like a very small kitchen. I could imagine eating in or ordering takeout, but note that the interior space is fairly small with a limited capacity.

Very good food. Tasty to the core!! Great service and ambience. Generous food portions great to…read moreshare.

Aladdin's Eatery - Pittsburgh-Squirrel Hill - Sultan 's Shawarma Pitza

Aladdin's Eatery - Pittsburgh-Squirrel Hill

(266 reviews)

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Squirrel Hill

Solid take-out meal from this place last night. We opted to pick it up so it was far hotter/fresher…read morethan using a delivery service. Our fave foodie neighbor recommended this over highly-rated Med Table (still haven't tried that place yet, so our verdict is out!). Overall, our meal was really good (not great). Appetizers: hummus & baba gannouj were tasty. We opted for their "regular" size which has given us plenty of leftovers! (Other options: small & large). Hummus was the fave; I've definitely had more flavorful baba. We opted to toast all the mounds of huge pita that came with the meal, though. We're not fans of cold, "raw" pita with dips. Entrees: I got the Genie's combo plate - a couple of interestingly spiced , though somewhat dry chicken thighs (spice called "mishwi" - seemed almost like a Berbere-type seasoning w/ cinnamon in the profile) on a bed of basmati & a helping of tasty, crunchy pickled turnips & Lebanese salata (like Mediterranean pico de gallo). The standout item on this place - far and away - was the roasted, spiced cauliflower. I would have that ALONE - no chicken. I liked the dish, overall, but it didn't knock my socks off. I would look for solo-cauliflower next time. Hubs got the Shish Tawook rolled pita - he really enjoyed the grilled chicken with pickled turnip and excellent homemade garlic sauce. He said he'd def reorder. Top tip - get that garlic sauce (if u like garlic). It's AMAZING. No dessert for us, though what an impressive list they have! We'll definitely return to try some other options.

This was my first time at Aladdin Eatery and I was honestly impressed. It is a Lebanese spot and…read morethe food was so good. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and comforting. I ordered a platter with grilled meat, rice, hummus, salad, and cauliflower and it all worked perfectly together. The hummus was super smooth and creamy and paired so well with the warm pita. The grilled meat had great flavor, the rice was light, and the cauliflower was crispy and delicious. The salad added a nice fresh balance to the plate. The service was also really good. My waiter was super sweet and kind and made the experience even better. The atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming and it seemed like a great place to enjoy a meal whether you are by yourself or with others. For my first visit, this place definitely left a great impression and I will absolutely be coming back.

CAVA - mediterranean - Updated May 2026

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