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CAVA Restaurant Inspections in NYC

15 NYC locations · 45 inspections on record

Overview

CAVA operates 15 locations across NYC and maintains a Grade A rate of 100.00% across 45 inspections, with an average score of 8.9 points. The chain has experienced 2 emergency closures since records began, with the majority of its locations concentrated in Manhattan, Brooklyn. Most violations cited involve non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit..

15
NYC Locations
100.00%
Grade A Rate
8.9
Avg Inspection Score
2
Total Closures

CAVA Locations by Borough

  • Manhattan13 locations
  • Brooklyn2 locations

Most Common Violations at CAVA

  1. 1Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
  2. 2Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
  3. 3Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
  4. 4Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  5. 5Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

Recent Closures at CAVA

  • Cava Closed

    63 Wall Street, Manhattan · Oct 5, 2023

  • Cava Closed

    63 Wall Street, Manhattan · Oct 2, 2023

CAVA Locations in NYC

Cava

325 Park Avenue South, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 3, 2026

A

Cava

50 Spring Street, Manhattan

Last inspected: May 13, 2026

N/A

Cava Grill

143 4th Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

A

Cava

11 West 42nd Street, Manhattan

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

A

Cava

345 Adams Street, Brooklyn

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

A

Cava

350 Hudson Street, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

A

Cava Mezze Grill

280 Madison Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

A

Cava Grill

1385 Broadway, Manhattan

Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025

A

Cava Mezze Grill

307 7th Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

A

Cava

1000 8th Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025

A

Cava

1535 3rd Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025

A

Cava

678 6th Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Sep 16, 2025

A

Cava

174 North 4th Street, Brooklyn

Last inspected: May 29, 2025

A

Cava

708 3rd Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Oct 30, 2024

A

Cava

63 Wall Street, Manhattan

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2024

A

CAVA: Frequently Asked Questions

How many CAVA locations are in NYC?

CAVA has 15 locations in New York City, with a total of 45 health inspections on record.

What health grade do CAVA restaurants typically receive?

100.00% of CAVA inspections result in Grade A, which is above the NYC restaurant average of approximately 77%.

What is the average inspection score at CAVA in NYC?

The average NYC health inspection score for CAVA is 8.9 points. Scores of 0-13 earn Grade A; 14-27 earn Grade B; 28+ earn Grade C.

Has any CAVA location been closed by NYC Health?

Yes. CAVA locations have been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times in total. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions posing an immediate public health hazard.

What violations are most common at CAVA restaurants?

The most frequently cited violations at CAVA NYC locations include: 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.; 10B: Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.; 04N: Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies..