Cava (formerly Zoe's Kitchen)

[Pete]

Cava, a fast-casual Mediterranean chain, has acquired Zoe's Kitchen and is converting some of its locations.

In the OKC area, I've seen plans for the Classen Curve and Quail Springs area stores. Not sure about Edmond and Norman.

Cava is a little nicer and features a Chipotle-like food assembly line where you can choose your base, proteins, spreads and toppings.

The image below is for Classen Curve.

[king183]

I used to go to Cava when I lived in DC, and I thought it was really good. I think people will really like it here.

[LocoAko]

Tried Cava last time I was back in New Jersey and really enjoyed it (though like Zoe's too). Should be a good change.

[LakeEffect]

Yes! I've liked the couple CAVAs I've hit in the DC region. Only ever liked Zoes for catering - in restaurant always seemed off.

[Mballard85]

I think this is a big get for us, CAVA is really solid food.

[Pete]

The Edmond Zoe's will also be converted to CAVA.

[roci28]

Hoping for a Yukon location!!

[LakeEffect]

the edmond zoe's will also be converted to cava.

yay!

[jbkrems]

Where is the Edmond Zoe's ? Also, what about the N. Penn location near Quail Springs Mall? Will that one be a Cava ?

[Pete]

Where is the Edmond Zoe's ? Also, what about the N. Penn location near Quail Springs Mall? Will that one be a Cava ?

The Edmond location is in Bryant Square at 2nd & Bryant.

And yes, the QS Zoe's will be a CAVA, as will the one in Classen Curve.

[corwin1968]

I'm looking forward to this! I wanted to try Zoe's, but every time I looked at the menu online, I was just underwhelmed.

[Pete]

I didn't realize the Quail Zoe's closed on Jan. 4th and will actually open as CAVA before Classen Curve.

[jbkrems]

When will the Quail store reopen as Cava? Does anyone know?

[Pete]

When will the Quail store reopen as Cava? Does anyone know?

I'm trying to find out. It will be a complete re-do so I would expect several months of construction.

Both the Quail and Classen Curve sites should reopen about the same time.

[Urbanized]

So has Zoe’s in Classen Curve already closed? Had lunch there just a couple of weeks ago and it’s been a regular in my to-go rotation during the pandemic. Anxious tor try the new place but will miss Zoe’s.

[Pete]

So has Zoe’s in Classen Curve already closed? Had lunch there just a couple of weeks ago and it’s been a regular in my to-go rotation during the pandemic. Anxious tor try the new place but will miss Zoe’s.

Yes, it closed last Wednesday.

[Pete]

Working away at Classen Curve, despite the post-apocalyptic hellscape to the north.

[soonerguru]

Their menu looks delicious.

[LakeEffect]

Their menu looks delicious.

Can confirm, is good.

[Pete]

They are now open at 14110 N. Penn.

Classen Curve should soon follow, then Edmond and Norman.

The bowl I had was delicious.

[jompster]

That looks so good! I can't wait to try this. I'm hoping they'll have plenty of things that fit into my calorie budget.

[Pete]

That looks so good! I can't wait to try this. I'm hoping they'll have plenty of things that fit into my calorie budget.

Every item -- including all the individual parts -- have calories clearly listed.

I was really impressed with the food. Everything is very fresh and the flavors bright.

[sooner88]

Every item -- including all the individual parts -- have calories clearly listed.

I was really impressed with the food. Everything is very fresh and the flavors bright.

How did you like it compared to Zoe's? From the pictures and setup, I think I'll enjoy Cava much more.

[Pete]

^

I never tried Zoe's. CAVA seems to have a much better reputation.

[Pete]

So, now I'm going to have to do something with Channel 9.

They are now just lifting my photography and stories without even crediting OKCTalk.

Here is an example where they just took my photos from social media as well as the info, and did a "story" about CAVA:

https://www.newson6.com/story/623cad...oklahoma-city-