CAVA
- ✓Mediterranean bowls are naturally keto-adaptable
- ✓Fresh, whole ingredients
- ✓Multiple protein options including lamb
- ✓Greens base is default option
- ✗Pita and rice are default — must specify greens base
- ✗Some dips contain hidden carbs
Best Orders (with scripts)
Greens + Grains Bowl (no grains, lamb)
VerifiedGreens base only (no grains), grilled lamb, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, cucumber
Can I get a bowl with just the greens, no grains? Grilled lamb, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, and cucumber.
Greens Bowl with Chicken
VerifiedGreens base only, grilled chicken, feta, olives, lemon herb tahini
Greens bowl, grilled chicken, feta, olives, and lemon herb tahini please.
Greens Bowl with Falafel (damage control)
VerifiedGreens base only, falafel, tzatziki, tomato, onion
Greens bowl with falafel, tzatziki, tomato, and onion. No grains.
All Keto Orders (ranked by quality score)
Olive oil base for cooking. One of the cleanest fast-casual oil profiles available.
Pita chips and grains add significant carbs. Stick to greens base only.
Harissa and some dressings may contain added sugar. Tzatziki and tahini are safer options.
Questions to ask the staff
- •Can I get just the greens with no grains or rice?
- •Is the hummus made with olive oil or a different oil?
- •Which dressings have no added sugar?
- 1.Greens + SuperGreens base is the way to go
- 2.Harissa honey chicken has added sugar — choose grilled chicken or lamb
- 3.Load up on tzatziki and hummus for healthy fats
CAVA is excellent for keto with their greens-base bowls and clean Mediterranean proteins.
Educational only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider for medical decisions.