CAVA’s falafel is the chain’s signature plant-based protein, hand-rolled chickpea fritters, fried until golden. It’s one of the most-asked-about items on the menu because it sits at the intersection of a few different questions: it’s vegan, but it’s not gluten-free; it’s fried, not baked; and at 350 calories it’s actually CAVA’s highest-calorie protein option. Here’s…
If you’ve scrolled past “Splendid Greens” on the CAVA base list and wondered what’s actually in it, you’re not alone, it’s one of the least-explained items on the whole menu. Here’s exactly what it’s made of, how it stacks up against Super Greens and Power Greens, and whether it’s still available in 2026. CAVA Splendid…
CAVA Blueberry Lavender is one of three house-made juices on the drink menu, and it’s the one that reads more like a specialty soda-shop drink than a fruit juice, real blueberry sweetness with a floral lavender note that’s genuinely unusual for a fast-casual chain. Here’s what’s actually in it, the real calorie count, how it…
CAVA introduced Strawberry Ginger Juice in July 2026 as a new limited-time seasonal drink, replacing the previous Strawberry Citrus juice on the drink menu. It combines strawberry and raspberry with a hint of ginger, available for a limited time at participating locations, not a permanent menu item. Here’s what’s actually in it, the calorie count…
CAVA Pineapple Apple Mint is the lightest of the four house-made juices on the CAVA drinks menu, and one that pairs surprisingly well with richer, heavier proteins like braised lamb, the sweetness and mint cut through without overpowering the dish. Here’s the real nutrition breakdown straight from CAVA’s official guide, how it compares to CAVA’s…
CAVA Cucumber Mint Lime is one of four house-made juices on the drink menu, and it’s the go-to pick for anyone ordering something spicy — the cool cucumber and mint cut right through the heat of harissa honey chicken or spicy lamb meatballs. Here’s what’s actually in it, the real calorie count straight from CAVA’s…
CAVA hummus is one of the most recognized items in the brand’s lineup — and for good reason. Made from a short list of clean ingredients with no added oil in the traditional variety, it’s become a go-to for anyone building a Mediterranean bowl or looking for a better-for-you dip at the grocery store. CAVA…
CAVA harissa is one of the most versatile ingredients on the menu. At CAVA restaurants, you can use it three ways in a single bowl: as a dip base, as a dressing, and as a marinade for the harissa honey chicken. At the grocery store, it comes in a jar that works as a condiment,…
CAVA Crazy Feta is the simplest dip on the menu, just four ingredients, and somehow one of the most addictive. Feta cheese whipped with jalapeño, onion, and extra-virgin olive oil into a creamy, spicy spread that works as a bowl dip, a pita layer, or straight off a spoon. It’s also one of the easiest…
If you’ve ever ordered the Harissa Avocado Bowl at CAVA, you know why it’s one of the most-ordered bowls on the menu. Sweet-spicy harissa honey chicken, two dips instead of one, avocado, fire-roasted corn, pickled onions, all tied together with a hot harissa vinaigrette that does most of the heavy lifting. It’s the bowl that…