Quick answer: Cava catering costs about $12–$22 per person. A Group Bowl Bar (serves about 10) costs $150–$215 depending on protein, or about $15–$22 per person. A Pita Pack of 10 sandwiches starts around $121 (about $12 per person). An individual Cava bowl costs about $12–$17. Most catering orders require a 10-serving minimum.
CAVA has quickly become one of the most popular Mediterranean fast-casual restaurants in the United States. Known for customizable grain bowls, bold Mediterranean flavors, and healthy ingredients, the brand offers a menu that works equally well for individual meals and large catering orders.
The Cava catering menu includes build-your-own bowl bars, curated pita sandwiches, pre-assembled bowls, dips, desserts, and drinks. This guide breaks down the complete Cava menu and prices for 2026, including it's beloved mediterranean catering packages, individual bowls, and add-ons.
Cava Menu with Prices (2026)
Below is a simplified overview of the main Cava menu items and typical pricing.
Cava Bowls Menu Prices
| Cava Bowl | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Falafel Crunch | $12.10 |
| Chicken + Rice | $12.10 |
| Greek Salad | $12.10 |
| Chicken + Roasted Vegetables | $16.60 |
| Roasted Vegetable + Avocado | $14.95 |
| Harissa Avocado | $17.40 |
| Steak + Harissa | $15.80 |
| Spicy Lamb + Avocado | $12.10 |
These bowls combine greens, grains, proteins, dips, and toppings into balanced Mediterranean meals.
Cava Catering Menu
CAVA catering is designed for group dining and office lunches. The primary catering formats include:
- Group Bowl Bar® – Build-your-own Mediterranean bowls
- Pita Packs – Sandwich platters for groups
- Individual Bowls – Pre-assembled meals
- Sides and desserts – Dips, cookies, brownies, and beverages
Most catering orders require a minimum of 10 servings.
Cava Group Bowl Bar Menu
The Group Bowl Bar® is CAVA’s most popular catering option. It allows guests to assemble their own bowls from a variety of ingredients.
Each bowl bar serves about 10 people.
Protein Options
| Protein Option | Description | Price (Serves ~10) |
|---|---|---|
| Spicy Lamb Meatballs | Mediterranean-style lamb meatballs seasoned with spices and herbs. | $195 |
| Grilled Chicken | Simply grilled chicken with Mediterranean seasoning. | $165 |
| Harissa Honey Chicken | Sweet and spicy grilled chicken with harissa and honey glaze. | $185 |
| Grilled Steak | Tender grilled steak seasoned with Mediterranean spices. | $215 |
| Falafel | Crispy chickpea fritters seasoned with herbs and spices (vegetarian). | $150 |
| Roasted Vegetables | A mix of roasted seasonal vegetables with Mediterranean seasoning (vegan). | $155 |
Greens & Grain Bases
Choose two:
- SuperGreens
- Arugula
- Romaine
- Spinach
- Saffron Basmati Rice
- Brown Rice
These form the base of each bowl.
Bowl Bar Toppings
Choose up to six toppings:
- Fire-Roasted Corn
- Tomato + Cucumber
- Tomato + Onion
- Persian Cucumber
- Sumac Slaw
- Crumbled Feta
- Pickled Onions
- Kalamata Olives
- Pita Crisps
- Fiery Broccoli
- Salt-Brined Pickles
Dips
Choose two Mediterranean dips:
- Hummus
- Red Pepper Hummus
- Tzatziki
- Harissa
- Roasted Eggplant Dip
- Crazy Feta®
Dressings
Choose two sauces:
- Yogurt Dill
- Lemon Herb Tahini
- Greek Vinaigrette
- Skhug
- Garlic Dressing
- Tahini Caesar
- Hot Harissa Vinaigrette
- Balsamic Date Vinaigrette
Cava Catering Add-Ons
If you're feeding a larger group, CAVA offers several add-ons.
| Add-On Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Roasted Vegetables | Seasonal roasted vegetables prepared Mediterranean-style. | $43.00 |
| Avocado | Fresh sliced avocado to enhance bowls and salads. | $23.95 |
| Greens | Extra greens such as SuperGreens, arugula, romaine, or spinach. | $31.00 |
| Grains | Additional grain bases like saffron basmati rice or brown rice. | $32.00 |
| Dips | Additional Mediterranean dips including hummus, tzatziki, or Crazy Feta®. | $15.75 |
| Toppings | Extra toppings such as cucumbers, olives, feta, pickled onions, and more. | $13.25 |
| Dressings | Extra house-made sauces and vinaigrettes. | $9.95 |
| Side Pitas | Fresh baked pita bread served on the side. | $23.95 |
| Spicy Lamb Meatballs | Additional serving of seasoned lamb meatballs. | $105.00 |
| Grilled Chicken | Extra grilled chicken for bowls and pita spreads. | $73.00 |
| Harissa Honey Chicken | Additional sweet and spicy harissa honey chicken. | $95.00 |
| Grilled Steak | Extra portion of Mediterranean-seasoned grilled steak. | $120.00 |
| Falafel | Extra crispy chickpea falafel (vegetarian option). | $63.00 |
These extras make it easy to scale up catering for larger offices.
Cava Pita Packs Menu
CAVA’s Pita Packs include 10 sandwiches per order, with the option to add up to five more.
Prices start around $121 per pack.
Pita Pack Sandwich Options
Garlic Chicken + Veggie
Grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, tzatziki, tomato + onion, salt-brined pickles, sumac slaw, feta, garlic dressing.
Steak + Feta
Grilled steak, Crazy Feta®, red pepper hummus, pickled onions, feta, romaine, Greek vinaigrette.
Greek Chicken
Grilled chicken, hummus, tzatziki, tomato + onion, Kalamata olives, romaine, feta.
Crispy Falafel
Falafel, hummus, roasted eggplant dip, pickles, sumac slaw, garlic dressing.
Spicy Chicken + Avocado
Harissa honey chicken, Crazy Feta®, hummus, avocado, fire-roasted corn, pickled onions, hot harissa vinaigrette.
These pita packs are popular for small office meetings and lunch catering.
Cava Sides and Desserts Menu
CAVA also offers catering sides, desserts, and beverages.
Pita Chips + Dip
| Item | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pita Chips + 3 Dips | Crispy pita chips served with your choice of three dips (Hummus, Red Pepper Hummus, Roasted Eggplant Dip, Tzatziki, or Crazy Feta®) | $67.00 |
| Pita Chips + 1 Dip | Crispy pita chips served with your choice of one dip (Hummus, Red Pepper Hummus, Roasted Eggplant Dip, Tzatziki, or Crazy Feta®) | $43.00 |
Dip choices include hummus, red pepper hummus, eggplant dip, tzatziki, and Crazy Feta.
Cava Dessert Prices
Unfortunately, there is not scaled pricing for desserts. So while one cookie will cost $4.30, 10 cookies costs $43.00. Same goes for brownies with 1 brownie costing $3.30 and 10 brownies costing $33.00
Most Popular Items on the Cava Menu
Based on ordering trends and customer reviews, the most popular CAVA items include:
Harissa Honey Chicken
Sweet and spicy grilled chicken with harissa and honey glaze.
Crazy Feta®
One of CAVA’s signature dips, combining feta cheese, jalapeños, olive oil, and herbs.
Falafel Crunch Bowl
A vegetarian bowl loaded with falafel, hummus, roasted vegetables, and lentils.
Steak + Harissa Bowl
Grilled steak with spicy harissa vinaigrette and Mediterranean toppings.
Chicken + Rice Bowl
One of the simplest and most popular combinations of grilled chicken, rice, hummus, and feta.
Dietary Options at Cava
One of the biggest advantages of CAVA is its range of dietary-friendly ingredients.
Cava Vegan Options
- Falafel
- Roasted vegetables
- Hummus
- Harissa
- Tahini sauces
- Many toppings and grains
Cava Vegetarian Options
- Crazy Feta®
- Tzatziki
- Roasted eggplant dip
Gluten-Free Options
Many bowls and toppings can be gluten-free when pita is omitted.
Cava vs Sweetgreen vs Chipotle Catering
CAVA stands out for its Mediterranean ingredients, dips, and vegetarian options. CaterCow previously reported on Chipotle's Catering options.
| Restaurant | Typical Catering Price Per Person | Cuisine / Catering Style | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAVA | $12–$20 | Mediterranean bowls (greens + grains + dips + toppings) | Teams that want bold flavors, build-your-own flexibility, and strong vegetarian options |
| Sweetgreen | $14–$20 | Salad bowls (greens-forward with seasonal proteins) | Health-first offices prioritizing salads, lighter meals, and seasonal ingredients |
| Chipotle | $13–$18 | Mexican burrito bowls (rice + beans + proteins + salsas) | Crowd-pleasing, hearty meals with familiar flavors and simple group ordering |
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How Much Cava Catering to Order
Each Group Bowl Bar serves about 10 people. Mixing proteins (for example, one chicken and one falafel bar) is the easiest way to cover meat-eaters and vegetarians.
| Group size | What to order | Approx. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 10 people | 1 Group Bowl Bar or 1 Pita Pack | $121–$215 |
| 20 people | 2 Group Bowl Bars (e.g., chicken + falafel) | $315–$430 |
| 30 people | 3 Group Bowl Bars + pita chips & 3 dips | $520–$710 |
| 50 people | 5 Group Bowl Bars + 2 pita chips & dips | $880–$1,210 |
Estimates based on 2026 Cava catering menu prices, before tax, delivery, and tip.
How much is a Cava bowl?
A Cava bowl costs about $12–$17 in 2026. Simpler bowls like the Chicken + Rice and Falafel Crunch cost about $12.10, while bowls with steak or avocado cost more. Prices vary by location.
Is Cava expensive?
Cava is mid-priced for fast-casual dining: bowls cost about $12–$17, similar to Chipotle and Sweetgreen. For catering, Cava costs about $12–$22 per person, depending on whether you order Pita Packs or a Group Bowl Bar.
How much Cava catering do I need for 20 people?
Order 2 Group Bowl Bars, which serve about 10 people each. With one chicken and one falafel bar, that costs about $315 before tax and delivery.
Is there a minimum for Cava catering?
Most Cava catering orders require a minimum of 10 servings. Group Bowl Bars and Pita Packs each serve about 10 people.