Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

5.00%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

5.50%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview
CAVA restaurants are typically located in dense urban or suburban retail corridors, shopping centers, and lifestyle centers. Sites range from 2,400 to 3,000 square feet and are often endcaps or inline spaces with patio seating. Leases are generally 10- to 15-year absolute NNN, with 10% rent escalations every 5 years. Most units are corporately guaranteed and part of new construction or second-generation restaurant conversions.
Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $2,200,000 – $3,000,000
Average NOI $120,000 – $180,000
Building SF 2,400
Lease Term 15 Years
Escalations 10% Every 5 Years
Stock Symbol NYSE:CAVA
CREDIT RATING
S&P

N/A

Moody's

N/A

TENANT DESCRIPTION

CAVA was founded in 2006 by three childhood friends in Rockville, Maryland, with the vision of bringing bold Mediterranean flavors to the fast casual dining space. Originally starting as a full-service restaurant, the brand pivoted to a customizable bowl and pita model that emphasizes clean ingredients, bold spices, and health-conscious eating. CAVA gained national attention after acquiring Zoës Kitchen in 2018 and completed its IPO in June 2023, trading under the name CAVA Group, Inc

PROS
  • Fast-growing public company with a health-driven concept

  • Corporate-guaranteed NNN leases with strong expansion pace

  • Popular in high-income, millennial-dense markets

  • Strong IPO performance and long-term growth strategy

  • Small footprint keeps buildout and operating costs low

CONS
  • Still in growth phase with relatively short operating history

  • Non-investment-grade and unrated credit

  • Rent-to-sales ratios may vary in high-CAPEX markets

  • Competitive sector with many new Mediterranean-style entrants

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 2006
Headquarters Washington, D.C., U.S.
Number of Locations 300
Revenue $728 Million
Company Website https://www.cava.com
Key Principal Brett Schulman