CAVA gluten-free menu: what you can order

Every ingredient without wheat, from CAVA's allergen guide, plus three bowls to start from.

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Three example bowls

BowlCaloriesProteinCarbsLink
Greek Salad Bowl58037 g19 gCustomize, Greek Salad Bowl
Steak + Harissa Bowl62037 g39 gCustomize, Steak + Harissa Bowl
Greek Goddess Salmon Bowl70034 g57 gCustomize, Greek Goddess Salmon Bowl

Official totals from CAVA's guide dated Sep 2026.

What to pick

Bases

  • Brown Rice310 cal
  • Saffron Basmati Rice290 cal
  • Black Lentils270 cal
  • Super Greens35 cal
  • Arugula20 cal
  • Baby Spinach20 cal
  • Romaine20 cal
  • Power Greens30 cal

Mains

  • Braised Lamb210 cal
  • Grilled Chicken250 cal
  • Grilled Steak170 cal
  • Harissa Honey Chicken260 cal
  • Roasted Vegetables100 cal
  • Spicy Lamb Meatballs300 cal
  • Glazed Salmon320 cal

Dips + spreads

  • Tzatziki30 cal
  • Hummus50 cal
  • Roasted Eggplant50 cal
  • Crazy Feta70 cal
  • Harissa70 cal
  • Red Pepper Hummus40 cal

Toppings

  • Shredded Romaine5 cal
  • Sumac Cabbage Slaw30 cal
  • Tomato + Onion20 cal
  • Persian Cucumber15 cal
  • Tomato + Cucumber5 cal
  • Kalamata Olives35 cal
  • Fiery Broccoli35 cal
  • Pickled Onions20 cal
  • Salt-Brined Pickles5 cal
  • Crumbled Feta35 cal
  • Fire-Roasted Corn45 cal
  • Avocado110 cal

Dressings

  • Greek Goddess35 cal
  • Balsamic Date Vinaigrette60 cal
  • Yogurt Dill30 cal
  • Lemon Herb Tahini70 cal
  • Greek Vinaigrette130 cal
  • Skhug80 cal
  • Hot Harissa Vinaigrette70 cal
  • Garlic Dressing180 cal

What to skip

  • FalafelContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Pita CrispsContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Whole PitaContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Side Quarter PitaContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Pita ChipsContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Harissa BBQ Pita ChipsContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Greyston Chocolate Chip BlondieContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Greyston BrownieContains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Whisked! Apricot Honey (DMV)Contains wheat in CAVA's guide.
  • Whisked! Salted Dark Chocolate Oat CookieContains wheat in CAVA's guide.

CAVA prepares food in shared kitchens and can't guarantee any item is free of an allergen. If you have a severe allergy, tell the team when you order.

FAQ

Is CAVA falafel gluten-free?
No. CAVA's guide lists wheat in the Falafel. Every other main has no wheat in the guide.
Is CAVA saffron rice gluten-free?
Yes. Saffron Basmati Rice has no wheat in CAVA's guide, and neither does any other base.
Does CAVA have a gluten-free pita?
No. Every pita item in CAVA's guide contains wheat: Pita Crisps, Whole Pita, Side Quarter Pita, Pita Chips and Harissa BBQ Pita Chips. Order a bowl to skip the bread.

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