I’ve always loved CAVA, but a bad experience at another location (salty, watery, and poorly made food made with hate) and it almost ruined it for me. Thankfully, the University Road CAVA completely turned that around :’) The food here is always fresh, delicious, and clearly made with love—especially when Bella is there. She’s the absolute best and always takes extra care of my order. The service is kind, welcoming, and truly above and beyond. This is the only CAVA I trust now, and every meal reminds me why I fell in love with it in the first place! (image of what happens when food is made with love vs hate)
Vegan Restaurant
CAVA
· $$$$ · gainesville · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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I’ve always loved CAVA, but a bad experience at another location (salty, watery, and poorly made food made with hate) and it almost ruined it for me. Thankfully, the University Road CAVA completely turned that around :’) The food here is always fresh, delicious, and clearly made with love—especially when Bella is there. She’s the absolute best and always takes extra care of my order. The service is kind, welcoming, and truly above and beyond. This is the only CAVA I trust now, and every meal reminds me why I fell in love with it in the first place! (image of what happens when food is made with love vs hate)
The staff was so kind, and the food was delish! This was my first time dining at Cava and the workers were so kind and patient to help me figure out what I wanted to order. I will definitely be coming back!
The staff was so kind, and the food was delish! This was my first time dining at Cava and the workers were so kind and patient to help me figure out what I wanted to order. I will definitely be coming back!
The food, service and atmosphere were all very high quality. Melanie, Nate and Kassidy were all very helpful, attentive and courteous to all guests and knowledgeable of menu offerings, dietary restrictions and all other guest inquires. The restaurant was very clean, the self service drink station was well stocked with all signature beverages quite full. This restaurant is on one of my bus routes from work everyday. Will definitely be again, especially for the lamb meatballs!