Gluten-Free at CAVA

Ordered a custom bowl of rice, arugula, steak and corn. Plain and simple. Tasted great and had no issues afterwards. That being said, similar to a Chipotle, the possibility for cross contact is high here given the small kitchen space. While I didn’t have issues, those that may be more sensitive, likely might. Try to go at a less busy time where you could more throughly explain your order and ask for the proper accommodations, etc. Be smart!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

We eat at Cava often....their website has all the nutritional info on there. I can eat most of the items there safely.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Dig the food here, mostly the bowls, like chicken and rice. Have to work with the manager to navigate the menu. Lots of options and fast.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

After one good trip I thought this was the only place I can eat safely near Emory campus. Got the bowl and ask for a glove change, but I was sick as a dog! There was a lot of throwing of pitas.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

The bowls do not contain gluten and are absolutely excellent. My wife has a gluten intolerance, and she was not bothered.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Servers immediately changed their gloves when I told them I had Celiac. There were very few things that were not gluten free. I got a bowl, and felt safe. It was delicious! Will definitely go back again.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

They said everything but the pita bread is gluten free. I've been twice and have enjoyed the food without getting sick. I've tried the steak and chicken bowls. Both were delicious. The workers are friendly and knowledgeable.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I was hesitant at first because I don’t like hummus and tahini, but it was so good! The chicken in a basmati rice bowl was amazing! I asked them to change gloves. There is a QR code you can take a picture of to make sure which items have gluten, it made me feel much better.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Most of their food is gluten free. They have an allergen matrix and will change their gloves and take precautions for cross contamination. I have celiac and I haven’t had a reaction.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I've been to this location twice. The first time was great. They understood the need to avoid cross contact and did everything accordingly. Food selections were plentiful and it was delicious. The second visit wasn't as easy. I asked if I could have the kids meal without a pita, and was told yes. I explained the allergy and asked her to change gloves which she did. Right after she put my lettuce in my bowl she picks up a pita to put in the warmer. I reminded her no pita and asked her to restart a fresh bowl with fresh gloves. She looked confused by the request, but did it. When we got to the dips, I asked to have it scooped from a fresh bin and she kept thinking I wanted it in a small side cup. After trying to explain what a fresh bin was several times to no avail, I just skipped the dip altogether. Then she passes my bowl to the next person on the line, which of course they handled right after doing someone elses pita. So ONCE again, they needed to restart my bowl from the beginning with new gloves. It was clear the girl who was serving me didn't understand the protocol or wasn't trained properly on it. By then there was a big line behind me, I was getting anxious about the hold up so just had them give me the bare minumum to get out of there. Once I left and looked at my order, I noticed they used the wrong base in remake #3. I was so frustrated I didn't go back in for a correction.

Since most of the menu is gluten free, and had a great first experience I will give it a decent safety rating, but you have to stay watch very carefully as your bowl goes through the line.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

The staff was so amazing about avoiding cross contamination. They changed gloves, utensils for scooping the toppings, and used dressing and some veggies from the back to make sure it wasn’t cross contaminated. I didn’t even have to ask them to do any of that which is very rare. The food is also so good, and there are a lot of options! They have an allergen menu online. I have celiac and am very sensitive, but I didn’t get sick at all. I have only been once so I’m not sure if the staff is always so accommodating. There are pitas made on the same line with the salads. I would definitely still make sure they are being careful.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Only things with gluten on the menu are pita bread, pita chips, and falafel. Great food, but last time I ordered online for pickup I bit into a pita chip a few bites in. I spat out my food and had no symptoms, but I’d only order in person and still eat with care. They made me a new bowl when I brought it back though

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great bowls! Just ask them to change gloves before making yours.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Had this location cater to a work event, and it worked out great and I didn’t get sick! We did a build your own bowl, so we just ordered ingredients, and tried to mostly get items that are naturally gluten free. Their menu has plenty of gf options and the food is fresh and delicious!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

Food was excellent. Really appreciated that Everett took extra care to ensure that our meal was celiac safe! Really appreciate the friendly staff!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Had a great experience at this location. Staff were familiar with allergy procedures and knew to wash hands and have both servers change gloves before preparing my order.

They had no idea what was and wasn't gluten free. Decided not to order

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

Ordered the Harissa Avacado bowl. I checked online that it was safe before going and told the person making it that I was celiac, confirmed it was gluten free. He said yes. No glove change and I watched him make a pita for the person I was with right after my order, smearing the hummus onto the pita and touching the spoons to the bread. NOT SAFE for CELIAC.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

This is the only place on Emory campus I can eat safely!

When I informed Kendoll that I had celiac disease he quickly agreed to change his gloves and took my bowl all the way through the minimize chance of cross contamination.

Kendoll even warned me about the pickled onions being likely to make me sick since they are right next to the pita chips in the toppings area, and I was disappointed because those are my favorite. He got me some fresh ones from back!!

I am elated to have found this place. Word to the wise avoid the lentils, which according to the cava allergy guide are not gluten free.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for oat-free

This is my favorite fast food place. Just ask them to change gloves before handing!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

This is my favorite fast food place as a celiac! Asked them to change their gloves beforehand and felt very safe eating here!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious. Have an online pdf of all the allergens, very detailed. I like the build your own greens/grains bowl. Definitely use the same gloves reaching in tubs so I’d say there is cross contamination.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Not celiac or cross contamination safe :-(. I was super disappointed as the menu has a number of gluten free options but the dishes are made up along a line of ingredients so the serving utensils all touch everything. You can choose a bow or a pita and that is the issue. I didn’t ask of they could make up a bowl with new ingredients like some sandwich shops will do for gluten free. I may call ahead next time and see but they were so busy I didn’t want to cause a delay for others. This is one of my husband’s favorite places to eat (he doesn’t have a gluten issue). We walked in saw the situation and walked out.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

Not a gluten friendly chain, employees don’t know how to handle food without cross-contamination

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Seems like a great chain for Celiac. Very good food and no hint of gluten contamination as long as we’ve had it.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I requested clean gloves which was not a problem. I then requested fresh hummus from the back due to the high risk of cross contamination with those spoons they use on the pita. The guy looked at me like I was crazy and asked me to repeat myself. I did, he finally did it but helped everyone else out first. The guy then left and someone else had to take over mid -preparation. I got the harissa sauce on top and didn’t feel great after. I only ate about half of the bowl. Maybe if you go in when it’s not busy it’s better but I probably won’t be going back to this location.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Food is always delicious and items are marked so it is easy to navigate. Cross contamination may be a possibility for those with celiac.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Employees immediately washed hands and changed gloves when I let them know of my allergy. The allergen menu is very clear about what is safe to eat. Also, the specialty drinks and juices are delicious. I will go here again!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

This Cava location is online ordering only, and there was no place to indicate a gluten allergy. But once I placed my order, I went inside and got someone’s attention from the back and let them know I have a gluten allergy. The server was very careful with my order and even packed it in a separate bag from my husband’s. Overall, great experience and I will be returning!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I’ve been to this location twice now, and the staff is super knowledgeable and ready to serve. Today when I went, I let them know I had a gluten allergy, and before I could even ask, the server was changing his gloves and going to wash his hands. I feel very safe eating here, and there are so many menu items to choose from! Only a few things, such as the pita, are not gluten free. Just ask and they’ll let you know.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I had a great experience! Everything except the pita bread was gluten free. Even the sauces were gluten free which was definitely a plus. I’ll be going back!

Go to this Cava every time and even order online. I have celiac disease and am very sensitive so I have not gotten sick from this location.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I just wanted to have some thing that I felt safe eating! Found it here at gusto! Fresh delicious dishes, clearly marked on the sheet I was showed what was safe, and what to avoid and new gloves put on for my meal!! Yummy!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

This place does Mediterranean style bowls. Most items are gluten free, but ask for allergen list.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good vegetarian options

I’ve been to CAVA dozens of times since being diagnosed celiac and never had a problem. They have always changed their gloves, utensils, etc when I mention GF, but the facility is not gf (although most of the items are). There is a clear allergen guide and the food is absolutely delicious.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Upon ordering I asked if he could use fresh gloves as I have celiac and not only did he do so, he also washed his hands and seemed unbothered about it. My Chicken & Rightrice bowl was delicious and I had no symptoms of cross contact.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I originally liked this place a lot after eating here a few times with no reaction but the staff started getting really irritated with my requests and simply just not listening to me (i.e. telling them to change their gloves and then turning around to touch the pita… then having to ask them again to change their gloves). They usually give me a hard time there now and I’ve noticed when I go with friends there is a lot of cross contamination happening before the food ever hits the line. I’m super bummed because this place tastes so great, so I learned to make it for myself at home instead :)

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

Build your bowl as you move through the line. Everything was gluten free except the pita bread. Notified our server and she immediately washed her hands, changed her gloves, wiped everything down and then personally made our bowls start to finish. Really great experience.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Eat here all the time, never get sick. Everything clearly marked inside their app.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

I’ve eaten here a few times and the staff does a great job changing gloves, using clean utensils, and making the whole process seamless for never me when ordering. I usually get the black lentils, plain hummus, chicken, and avocado. Delicious and healthy!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great experience!! Staff here are very accommodating to celiacs and very nice about it.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Love love love this place for lunch!! You can make your bowl however you want. Most toppings are gluten free. The staff can guide you through the process.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

For a fast food chain this food is great. I always get a bowl with their chicken saffron rice, and switch up my toppings. Their garlic sauce is to die for. It reminds me of a Greek version of chipotle. Food tastes fresh always and has so much flavor! I have ordered this numerous times and have not gotten sick. They have so many different options on how to build a bowl.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious Greek-style custom salad/rice bowl or pita place. Most options other than the pita are gluten-free. Allergen info (including gluten) is available on their website. Ate here with other celiacs and no one got sick.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegetarian options

Cava’s in general are very celiac safe- there is only one gluten containing item on the menu and that is the pita. There is an online pdf available for allergens if you also avoid other things. This SPECIFIC cava has the best vibes and the staff is very kind and doesn’t make you feel like you’re annoying 👏👏👏👏 before I even finished my sentence of “I am celia-“ the employee was taking off his gloves and walking to wash his hands. He took out the allergens menu and checked everything I was choosing as we went down the line. I love this place but I will say they are pretty sloppy with the pita chip topping so I would recommend asking if they can bring out a fresh tin if you want something that’s in one of the tins beside the pita chip topping. I go here regularly and always feel really safe and taken care of and it is SOOO YUMMY

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for lunch
• Good for peanut-free
• Good for shellfish-free
• Good for takeout
• Good for tree-nut free
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

With the exception of the pita bread, everything is GF. It is so nice to be able to get a bowl made and then to just be able to get whatever you want in it without checking if each item is GF.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delish and everything is GF except the pita and falafel

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Amazing Mediterranean restaurant. Almost the entire menu is gluten-free other than their peta options. They have a variety of bowls and salads that can be made both gluten and dairy-free. Great environment and the staff are very helpful!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for keto
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering
• Offers outdoor seating

Very fresh food. Staff was helpful with food allergy questions and immediately removed gloves when I mentioned gluten. Falafel is not gluten free, but there are many other options. Had an avocado bowl that was excellent

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent