Our picks
- Overall: Harissa Avocado bowl (880 calories, 53g fat, 42g protein)
- Low calorie: Greek Salad bowl (600 calories, 42g fat, 37g protein)
- High protein: Chicken + RightRice bowl (750 calories, 44g fat, 46g protein)
We did some sleuthing and have the full Cava gluten-free menu for you.
Cava is a Mediterranean chain known for their healthy bowls and salads.
Similar to Chipotle, Cava lets visitors customize their meals with fresh, sustainable ingredients.
Expect bright colors, prompt service, and plenty of gluten-free options here.
We like the Harissa Avocado and Greek Salad bowls.
Here’s what Cava told us when we reached out to them:
It’s easiest to place orders with dietary restrictions in person. When you visit, please let one of our team members know about your allergy prior to ordering so a few precautionary steps can be taken. That team member will change his/her gloves and walk you through the line personally to ensure your meal is prepared safely.
– Cava customer service
None of the pitas or sides are gluten-free. All dressings and drink options at Cava are gluten-free.
Curated Bowls
- Lemon Chicken
- Greek Salad
- Harissa Avocado
- Chicken + RightRice
Greens + Grains
- Brown Rice
- Saffron Basmati Rice
- RightRice
- Black Lentils
- SuperGreens
- Arugula
- Baby Spinach
- Romaine
- SplendidGreens
Mains
- Braised Lamb
- Grilled Chicken
- Roasted White Sweet Potatoes
- Harissa Honey Chicken
- Roasted Vegetables
- Spicy Lamb Meatballs
Toppings
- Shredded Romaine
- Cabbage Slaw
- Tomato + Onion
- Persian Cucumber
- Tomato + Cucumber
- Kalamata Olives
- Lentil Tabbouleh
- Pickled Onions
- Salt-Brined Pickles
- Crumbled Feta
- Fire-Roasted Corn
- Avocado
Dips + Spreads
- Tzatziki
- Hummus
- Roasted Eggplant
- Crazy Feta
- Harissa
- Red Pepper Hummus
Kid’s Meal
- Kid’s Saffron Basmati Rice
- Kid’s Brown Rice
- Kid’s Black Lentils
- Carrot Sticks
- Kid’s Chicken
- Kid’s Harissa Honey Chicken
- Kid’s Roasted White Sweet Potatoes
- Kid’s Spicy Lamb Meatballs
- Kid’s Roasted Vegetables
- Kid’s Braised Lamb
Is Cava gluten-free?
So is Cava gluten-free? Our verdict: absolutely, it can be. This trendy Mediterranean chain has a range of healthy choices available to customers with celiac disease or a gluten intolerance.
There is a low risk of cross-contamination here and if you mention your dietary restriction, staff will change gloves and take extra precautions with your order.
For another healthy fast food option, check out Moe’s Southwest Grill.
To learn more about your choices when eating at Cava, here are some helpful links:
FAQs
Yes. RightRice from CAVA is gluten-free. RightRice is made from a blend of lentils, chickpeas, and peas, which are naturally gluten-free ingredients.
Yes, the Harissa Honey Chicken at Cava is gluten-free. It’s one of the proteins available for their bowls, salads, and other meal offerings.
No, it does not contain gluten. Hummus is a traditional Mediterranean dip made from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and various spices. All of these ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
Yes, don’t be shy about sharing your dietary restrictions here! Cava provides an allergen menu and staff tend to be confident handling orders that cannot contain certain ingredients.
