May 15, 2025 - Food and Drink

Cava restaurants coming to Pittsburgh

Ryan Deto

The inviting entrance of a CAVA restaurant, offering Mediterranean cuisine in Austin, Texas, March 11, 2023. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) — We finally landed the fast-growing restaurant chain. Photo: Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images

The popular Mediterranean chain Cava will open two locations in Pittsburgh later this year.

Why it matters: The rapidly growing fast-casual chain has amassed a large fan base by adding restaurants all over the country, and the Steel City is one of the latest beneficiaries.

Driving the news: Cava intends to open restaurants in Oakland and the East Liberty area, spokesperson Bailie Bridges told Axios.

Exact dates have not been confirmed, but updates will be made on Cava's website.
"We will ensure we reach back out when we have more details to share and look forward to welcoming the Pittsburgh community to our table," a spokesperson said.

The details: The Oakland location will be in the 3600 block of Forbes Avenue, said Bridges.

The East Liberty area location will be part of the Meridian mixed-use development at the former Shakespeare Giant Eagle site across from the East Liberty busway station, according to Echo Realty's website.

Dig in: The Washington, D.C.-based chain, known for its freshly made bowls, pitas, shawarmas and dips, has nearly 400 locations nationwide.

The bottom line: CAVA adds to the list of popular national chains — like Shake Shack and Kyuramen — finally planting roots in Pittsburgh.

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