The Cava allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. CAVA makes its menu without egg, peanuts, tree nuts or soy, keeps wheat to pita, falafel and pita chips, and uses sesame in its tahini dressings.
This guide covers the Cava allergen menu item by item: the 9 major allergens, a popular items chart, gluten free picks, shared fryers and how to order safely. We check it against the official CAVA allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the CAVA guide and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the Cava allergen menu?
CAVA and the 9 major food allergens
The Cava allergen menu lists milk, wheat and sesame among its ingredients, while eggs, soy, peanuts and tree nuts are not used as ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
Cava allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at CAVA? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Feta, tzatziki, Crazy Feta, cookies and brownies |
| Eggs | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Wheat | Used | Pita, falafel, pita chips |
| Soy | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Peanuts | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Tree nuts | Not used | Not used as an ingredient |
| Fish | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
| Shellfish | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
| Sesame | Used | Tahini dressings |
Chart
CAVA allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The Cava allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in CAVA's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
Cava allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| Greens and grains bowl | Depends on toppings |
| Pita | Wheat |
| Falafel | Wheat |
| Hummus | Check for sesame |
| Crazy Feta | Milk |
| Tzatziki | Milk |
| Lemon Herb Tahini dressing | Sesame |
| Grilled chicken, steak, lamb | None of the 9 per the guide |
| Harissa | None of the 9 per the guide |
| Cookies and brownies | Milk, wheat |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is CAVA gluten free?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Most CAVA bowls and salads are gluten free if you skip pita, falafel and pita chips, but the kitchen is not strictly gluten free.
CAVA gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Bowls without falafel | Yes | Not a GF kitchen |
| Salads | Yes | |
| Rice and lentils | Yes | |
| Pita and pita chips | No | Contain wheat |
| Falafel | No | Contains wheat |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at CAVA with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at CAVA: bowls without feta, Crazy Feta or tzatziki for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
CAVA allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Bowls without feta, Crazy Feta or tzatziki | Feta, tzatziki, desserts |
| Egg free | Everything listed | Nothing, egg not used |
| Peanut and tree nut | Everything listed | Nothing, not used |
| Sesame free | Bowls without tahini dressings | Tahini dressings |
| Gluten free | Bowls, salads without pita or falafel | Pita, falafel, chips |
| Vegan | Plant based bowls without dairy | Meats, dairy |
Cross contact
Does CAVA use shared fryers?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
CAVA fries items like falafel and pita chips, and its published guide does not confirm separate fryers, so ask your restaurant if wheat cross contact matters.
CAVA fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Fried items | Falafel, pita chips |
| Peanut oil | Not used |
| Cross contact | Shared line, ask for fresh gloves |
How to order
How do you order safely from the Cava allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the Cava allergen menu, check the official guide first, tell the staff about your allergy, ask for fresh gloves and keep your order simple.
- 1
Check the official guide
Open the latest CAVA allergen guide before you go.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say you have a food allergy at the start of your order.
- 3
Ask for fresh gloves
Ask the team to change gloves and use clean utensils.
- 4
Skip shared fryer items
Fried foods can share oil with allergens.
- 5
Keep it simple
Fewer sauces and toppings mean fewer hidden allergens on the Cava allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official Cava allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official Cava allergen menu information is published by CAVA online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: CAVA nutrition and allergen info.
Since July 1, 2026, California requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations to disclose the 9 major allergens for every standard menu item. Learn more in our California allergen menu law guide, or compare chains on our restaurant allergen menus hub.
Tips
Cava allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the Cava allergen menu well, check it every visit, avoid shared fryer items if your allergy is severe, and order simple items without sauces.
- 1
Check every visit
Recipes change during the year.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say allergy, not preference.
- 3
Fresh gloves
Ask for a glove change.
- 4
Skip sauces
Sauces hide many allergens.
- 5
Ask about fryers
Ask about pita chips.
- 6
Use the app
Many apps show allergens.
- 7
Go off peak
Staff have more time.
- 8
Carry medicine
Bring your epinephrine.
Explore
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Allergen guides for other popular chains
Eating out with a food allergy? These chains publish allergen information too, each with gluten free, dairy free and nut free picks.
Dave's Hot Chicken
Gluten free: None, breading has wheatView allergen menu →
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Gluten free: GF bun, lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
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Gluten free: Unwich lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
Taco Bell
Gluten free: Crunchy tacos, bowlsView allergen menu →
Panda Express
Gluten free: Plain rice onlyView allergen menu →
Jersey Mike's
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FAQ
CAVA allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does CAVA have an allergen menu?
Yes. CAVA publishes allergen information online, and this Cava allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is CAVA gluten free?
Most CAVA bowls and salads are gluten free if you skip pita, falafel and pita chips, but the kitchen is not strictly gluten free.
Q3Does CAVA use shared fryers or peanut oil?
CAVA fries items like falafel and pita chips, and its published guide does not confirm separate fryers, so ask your restaurant if wheat cross contact matters.
Q4What can I eat at CAVA with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include bowls without feta, Crazy Feta or tzatziki.
Q5Is the Cava allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The Cava allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the Cava allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is CAVA safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Everything listed. Always confirm with staff.
