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In Cafés & Restaurants
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An analysis of CAVA' competitors in the United States
An analysis of CAVA' competitors in the United States
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In Cafés & Restaurants
·Jun – Aug 25
CAVA is in the top 1% of brands
Sample of brands in the same percentile
Cafés & Restaurants
Market performance shows the brand’s share of foot traffic, revealing its competitive strength and customer preference.
CAVA's market performance is in the top 1% of brands in the Cafe & Restaurants industry in the United States, indicating a leading position. This percentile demonstrates strong market dominance and customer preference compared to its peers like Waffle House, Arby's, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, Wingstop, Dave's Hot Chicken and Twin Peaks, all within the 99th percentile.
Customer satisfaction reflects brand loyalty and service quality, impacting repeat business and brand reputation.
CAVA's overall customer satisfaction (CSAT) is 84%, with a slight increase of 0.3 percentage points year-over-year. Rhode Island shows the highest CSAT at 93%, while Maryland and Arizona have seen significant growth in CSAT. The CSAT has minor fluctuations between May and July 2025, remaining consistently around 84%.
Average check indicates customer spending per visit, reflecting menu pricing and customer purchase behavior.
CAVA's overall average check is $18.10, a 4% increase year-over-year. Delaware has the highest average check at $21.70. Average check values fluctuated slightly between May and July 2025, staying close to the $18 mark, indicating stable customer spending habits.
Outlet count reflects brand reach and market penetration, indicating expansion and accessibility.
CAVA has 69 outlets in Texas, making it the state with the highest number of locations. California and Virginia are tied with 37 outlets each. This distribution shows a strong presence in Texas and a notable footprint in California and Virginia, reflecting key markets for CAVA.
Competitor analysis helps identify key players and understand competitive dynamics in the market.
The top competitors for CAVA, based on cross-visitation, are McDonald's (6.32%), Chick-fil-A (5.38%), Starbucks (4.84%), Chipotle Mexican Grill (4.50%), and Taco Bell (3.04%). This indicates that customers who visit CAVA also frequent these fast-food and fast-casual chains, highlighting the competitive landscape.
Traffic workload by hour shows peak operational times, aiding in staffing and resource allocation.
CAVA experiences peak traffic workload between 11 AM and 7 PM, with the highest workload around 1 PM (73.85%) and 12 PM (72.62%). Traffic is minimal in the early morning hours, indicating the primary business hours align with lunch and dinner.
Consumer segment analysis enables targeted marketing by understanding customer demographics and preferences.
CAVA's customer base shows higher affinity among women (107 Index) compared to men (93 Index). Gen Y (117 Index) and Gen Z (119 Index) have a high affinity, while Gen X (82 Index) are underrepresented. This suggests CAVA appeals more to younger, female consumers.