Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 10:30 AM
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Birmingham: 10:15 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (659) 250-0657 to confirm.
Location & directions
5247 US 280Birmingham, AL 35242
About CAVA
Looking for a Mediterranean restaurant in Birmingham? CAVA is at 5247 US 280, Birmingham, Alabama. It's part of our guide to 330 restaurants, cafes and bars in Birmingham.
CAVA is open daily, 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
Available service options are takeout, drive-through, and dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (659) 250-0657.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 5247 US 280, Birmingham, AL 35242
- Phone
- (659) 250-0657
- Hours
- Open daily, 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared CAVA’s weekday schedule with 16 other Mediterranean restaurants in Alabama. On a typical weekday it opens at 10:30 AM, close to the local norm of 10:37 AM and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 80.5 hours a week, 9 hours more than the local median of 72. 88% of Mediterranean restaurants in Alabama open on Sundays, and CAVA is one of them.
Compared with 16 other Mediterranean restaurants in Alabama that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants across the US
Based on 380 menus with 26,075 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $18.70.
We don’t have CAVA’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mediterranean restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 52% | $8.99 |
| Falafel | 49% | $8.99 |
| Baklava | 48% | $4.99 |
| Greek Salad | 39% | $12.00 |
| French Fries | 28% | $5.85 |
| Lentil Soup | 26% | $6.95 |
| Falafel Wrap | 21% | $12.25 |
| Pita Bread | 20% | $1.75 |
Calculated from 380 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Drive-through
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of CAVA there are 5 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 20 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), Chicken & Wings (4), Cafes & Coffee (3), and Burgers & Fast Food (3).
CAVA is the only Mediterranean restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Eli's Jerusalem Grill, 1.1 mi away.
7 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexLas Trojas Cantina0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDQ Grill & Chill0.2 mi
- Chicken & WingsRaising Cane's0.3 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodSonic0.5 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSchlotzsky's0.7 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are CAVA's opening hours?
Open daily, 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
Is CAVA open on Sunday?
Yes, CAVA is open on Sundays: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM.
Where is CAVA located?
CAVA is located at 5247 US 280, Birmingham, AL 35242.
What is the phone number of CAVA?
You can call CAVA at (659) 250-0657.
Does CAVA offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for CAVA, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, drive-through, and dine-in.
Is CAVA open late?
Yes – CAVA is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near CAVA?
There are 20 other places to eat and drink within a mile of CAVA. Nearby options include Las Trojas Cantina (0.1 mi), DQ Grill & Chill (0.2 mi), and Raising Cane's (0.3 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near CAVA?
None within a mile. The closest is Eli's Jerusalem Grill, 1.1 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 380 menus with 26,075 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $18.70.
Nearby places
All in Birmingham
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