About BowlMacros and our data

BowlMacros builds free, fast nutrition calculators for build-your-own restaurants, so you can plan a meal that fits your goals before you get to the counter.

Where our numbers come from

We use only nutrition data published by the restaurant itself. We don't use crowd-sourced databases, estimates or lab guesses.

Vegan and dairy labels are based on the restaurant's allergen guide, cross-checked against an independent dairy-free menu review (GoDairyFree, updated February 2026). Where we couldn't confirm an item, we leave it unlabeled rather than guess.

How we calculate

  • Each ingredient uses the restaurant's published values for one serving.
  • Bowl totals are the sum of the ingredients you select. A ½ portion is exactly half the published values, and 2× is exactly double.
  • Net carbs = total carbohydrates − dietary fiber.
  • % Daily Value for sodium uses the FDA's 2,300 mg reference for adults.
  • Protein per 100 calories = protein ÷ calories × 100. It's a quick way to compare how "lean" an ingredient or bowl is.
  • The bowl finder tests every combination of base, main (single or double), up to two dips, two vegetable toppings and one dressing, then ranks results by protein, fiber and how close they come to your calorie limit.

Limitations

Restaurant portions are made by hand and vary. Recipes and suppliers change, and some items differ by location. Treat every total as a close estimate, not a lab measurement. New menu items appear in our calculators only after the restaurant publishes official figures. Until then, we list them as "not yet included" instead of estimating.

Update log

  • September 29, 2026: Rebuilt the CAVA calculator with fiber, sugar, saturated fat, net carbs, sides, a goal-based bowl finder and shareable bowl links. Checked CAVA's 2026 menu launches (Power Greens, white sweet potatoes, Sumac Slaw) and Chicken Shawarma. No official ingredient values published yet.

Medical disclaimer

Content on BowlMacros is general information for meal planning. It is not medical, dietary or allergy advice. If you have a medical condition, a prescribed diet or a food allergy, talk to a qualified professional and rely on the restaurant's current allergen information.

Independence and trademarks

BowlMacros is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by CAVA or any restaurant we cover. Restaurant and menu item names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to identify the food being described.

Contact and corrections

Found a number that doesn't match the restaurant's guide, or a menu change we missed? Email hello@bowlmacros.com and we'll check it against the source and fix it.