Lowest cap rate over past 24 months
12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term
| 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 |
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
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
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
| 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 |