California Pizza Kitchen

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5 months ago

I'll never forget ordering the Thai Chicken Salad. From that day on, I was hooked -- the pastas, the pizzas, the salads... all of it! This review is based on my takeout experiences at California Pizza Kitchen - Pasadena. I've also...

dined both indoors and on the patio there, and it's always been a pleasant experience. Curbside takeout has consistently been smooth and convenient. Recently, I noticed that the pickup process uses an automated system that remembers your previous order and asks if you'd like to reorder it. It seems to function like a chatbot, which actually makes things quick and easy -- especially if you're a creature of habit and tend to order the same thing. My order is always ready on time, the staff is friendly, and the food presentation is consistently good. I'd say the biggest downside is the bread. I remember when they used to serve a generous, satisfying piece. Lately, it's been a small, underwhelming portion. Overall, curbside service at this location is excellent -- but the bread portions have been extremely disappointing on multiple occasions. I recommend this location but be aware.

6 months ago

I ordered a Thai Chicken pizza and a blueberry lemon drop cocktail. The cocktail was just ok. We have a Brixx pizza at home and I love their Thai chicken pizza, I guess that's what I was expecting when I ordered this pizza and I did...

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over 2 years ago

I haven't cared for the red velvet cake and the butter cake is too rich, but we have enjoyed their brownie a la mode. The servers are always very friendly and helpful.

over 2 years ago

Kung pao spaghetti, buffalo cauliflower, and the butter cake are a few of my favs. The staff is great and welcoming. The interior can use a nice remodel, but besides that it's ok.

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almost 2 years ago

I decided to try California club on the other half and cool for trying something new but i would not try that again. I got a kids Cesar salad because again their prices are up there lol but my food came out fast, fresh, and cooked to...

about 2 years ago

I got the California club but without tomatoes and pepperonis I believe and it tasted so good!! I love the look of the restaurant, such a chill hangout spot! The service was great! I loved our waiter, she was very accommodating

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I love my local CPK restaurant in Pasadena. The staff and managers are very friendly and are excellent at customer service. I was served today by Abigail . She's the sweetest new person I met here recently. She's so efficient and polite. Great job guys. You hire the right person for your company.

Carla G.

I truly love California Pizza Kitchen. I still remember the first time I went -- it was for a business lunch at the California Pizza Kitchen - Redondo Beach location. I'll never forget ordering the Thai Chicken Salad. From that day on, I was hooked -- the pastas, the pizzas, the salads... all of it! This review is based on my takeout experiences at California Pizza Kitchen - Pasadena. I've also dined both indoors and on the patio there, and it's always been a pleasant experience. Curbside takeout has consistently been smooth and convenient. Recently, I noticed that the pickup process uses an automated system that remembers your previous order and asks if you'd like to reorder it. It seems to function like a chatbot, which actually makes things quick and easy -- especially if you're a creature of habit and tend to order the same thing. My order is always ready on time, the staff is friendly, and the food presentation is consistently good. I'd say the biggest downside is the bread. I remember when they used to serve a generous, satisfying piece. Lately, it's been a small, underwhelming portion. Overall, curbside service at this location is excellent -- but the bread portions have been extremely disappointing on multiple occasions. I recommend this location but be aware.

Christine L.

It's been decades since I've last been to a CPK but time limitations brought us here with my senior aunt. She suggested this place since it was 2 blocks away. Didn't have big expectations but knew the food would be fine. We got there during happy hour which had great cool deals! My kid enjoyed the HH pizza and guac/chips. Reviewing the menu the lunch specials sound pretty terrific I'll be back to try that. Our server was great and personable.

Susie G.

Our closest CPK's in Charlotte have closed so it's been a while since I've visited one, I was excited to go to one, especially IN California! I'm not sure if my tastes have changed or what but unfortunately it didn't quite live up to my mental hype. I ordered a Thai Chicken pizza and a blueberry lemon drop cocktail. The cocktail was just ok. We have a Brixx pizza at home and I love their Thai chicken pizza, I guess that's what I was expecting when I ordered this pizza and I did not like it as much. The crust was not as good, the pizza just wasn't as flavorful, and it seemed a bit dry. I had almost ordered the Charcuterie Salad so I ordered that to go the next day for lunch. It was a fun idea in theory but I just didn't care for the textures or the flavors.

Ryan L.

It's nice they do parking validation, just make sure to park at the east West Bank underground parking lot area reserved for the restaurants. The wait was surprising but eventually we got seated. The pizzas were really nice, we also had pasta, but I really enjoyed mine a lot more because it was super savory. Overall nice place, we came here for a birthday deal so it's an entree off. We also got a take home pizza that was really nice which you can get on discount for ordering in.

Zucchini pasta Kung pao w shrimp delish!

Dave H.

I haven't been to CPK in a while but now understand why this one is always busy. Great service and super friendly management team are totally on top of things. Nice new menu with low calorie and keto options as well too since they were recently acquired by a new restaurant group. our server when we dined at the bar was excellent! parking in hotel basement parking lot is validated. patio seating too.

Hanna Y.

I ordered online and it was done within 20 mins. Parking is underground in the garage. I got the BBLT sandwich and thought all the flavors combined together very well. I like how the burrata cuts through the saltiness of the bacon. The Thai crunch salad was good too. I like the sauce that it comes with.

Will M.

To be honest, I haven't been to a CPK in years, but my coworkers suggested it for lunch since they have some solid specials for a good price. They offer a bunch of 1/2 + 1/2 combos, and I went with the BBQ chicken salad and a personal Thai chicken pizza. The salad was tasty fresh and flavorful. The pizza was okay; I remember liking it more in the past, but this time the crust was a little hard and dry. They also give you free bread with olive oil and vinegar, and I really liked that dip. Overall, it was a decent lunch for the price. Service was quick, which is great if you're on a lunch break if you're in a hurry, I'd recommend ordering from the bar.

BBLT, CALIFORNIA CLUB, KIDS CRISPY CHICKEN, WHITE CORN GUACAMOLE + CHIPS, Tomato bisque soup

Mabel C.

The food here is soooo hearty and soooo good! I got the full size BBLT sandwich with the tomato bisque soup, and my husband got the full size club sandwich with the tomato bisque. Service was fast and friendly!! It's also very nice in here. Also, just an FYI register to be a rewards member and they give you a free starter (appetizer). We chose the white corn chips and guacamole. My son got the kid's crispy chicken. Everything was absolutely delicious! Will definitely be back. 10/10

Danny Y.

We had dinner at the CPK location in Pasadena,CA. I had four guests. We were seated in less than 5 minutes. Some bread and herbed olive oil came quickly. Not the best tasting olive oil. The food came and was hot and fresh. I ordered the Shrimp Scampi Zucchini. It looked and tasted good, but there was a lot of pasta water on the bottom of my bowl. My guest ordered a Thai chicken pasta dish; which she said tasted a bit off from what it should taste like. Service was o.k. But a bit slow, as our server had other tables to handle. I ordered a Take n' Back pizza; which the server did not place the order. We had to wait for it to be prepared. Cons: The Pizza dough is not risen when baked. There is a lack of tomato sauce and cheese. Overall taste is just o.k. They can do better. Cost cutting? Parking: Underground with validation by restaurant. Rating: 3 Stars

Manuk D.

Let's start off with the menu online, it's completely wrong and for a different business. The place wasn't packed at all but we still ended up waiting about 20 min to be seated. The waiter came to take our order and we saw him again when he brought the check. The kids pizza was cold and not cooked well, the spinach dip was a funky color and garlic heavy just like the kung pao noodles, there were huge chunks of it. But by far the worst one was the burger, the potatoes was hard as a rock and dry, the burger was cold, the cheese on there was cold and they didn't even ask how I wanted it to be cooked. Overall a very bad experience and I would never step foot at this location again!

Rebecca D.

We used to come here when our kids were small and let them play out in the patio after they had had their Alfredo noodles and a ton of bread. Needless to say I have warm memories of this place. Last Friday we went there to enjoy the happy hour (3-6pm M-F). It's a pretty great deal - a draft beer and a pizza for $9. I gave my husband my beer and ordered a glass of wine $7 and we got some Buffalo cauliflower, also $7. Out the door was @$40 plus we took some pizza home. Britt was an excellent server and the restaurant was pretty much the way I remembered it.

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I was in the area, checked out their menu and seen that they had chicken piccata. I sat @ the bar and ordered that dish with an unsweetened tea. The entree wasn't bad and service was ok...could have been better. I seen my waitress walking by several times with what looked like complimentary bread, I never got any and she never asked If I wanted a refill on my drink. I'll be back but not any time soon. read more

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Ed C.

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Had a fantastic dinner at the Pasadena CPK, served by Alex who was helpful, patient, attentive and friendly. Arriving at around 7:30 PM on a Saturday night, the wait was a manageable 20-30 minutes. We hadn't eaten at a CPK in some time, so I asked if I could redeem all 3 of the rewards in my account. It turns out their system only allowed 2 (despite marking all 3 of my rewards as used). I got a free "Dodgers win" 7 inch BBQ chicken pizza, a full size roasted veggie salad with salmon added, a passion mango iced tea, and redeemed a butter cake with ice cream using my birthday rewards. The pizza was admittedly "cute" because it was so small, but it as delicious as all CPK pizzas are--a perfectly crispy and chewy crust with a perfect amount of chicken and BBQ sauce. The salad (one of my favorite salads) was as good as ever, with asparagus, eggplant, artichokes, corn, and perfectly cooked salmon nuggets on top. The iced tea was tasty, and that butter cake... Wow. I mean, I thought it was going to be tasty, but I was unprepared for the deliciously dense, soft insides (a cross between angel food cake and pound cake) with crispy edges, a delicious mound of vanilla ice cream on top, and surrounded by giant dollops of homemade whipped cream. It was really, really good, and it took my meal over the top. Overall, it was a great night out. The ambiance was nice, service was great, and the food was tasty. For a moment, we felt like we were at a resort somewhere on vacation, rather than a few miles from home. Would definitely return! read more

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Deborah M.

Ed, we are so glad we could make you happy with our yummy food and…

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Shatavia R.

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3 years ago

Our server Jonathan was very polite to us. The food was delicious. I got the zucchini pasta and my friend got the chicken tequila pasta. There is plenty seating inside as well as outside. It was nice to enough to read a book there the time that I came. read more

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Yas L.

3 years ago

Average. They have now summer menu(?) and didn't have much variation to choose from Service was very slow and didnt even get the bread and oil read more

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Deborah M.

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Diane T.

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Always delish and spot on with consistent fresh vibrant flavors; your taste buds will thank you and love you even more than they already do! read more

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Deborah M.

Diane, thanks for the 5 stars! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience…

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Maria V.

3 years ago

Came in to CPK today to celebrate my daughter. She ordered the kids Alfredo which is usually dry so I asked for extra sauce. I ordered the chicken piccatta. We ordered a coke and a mixed drink for her. Her Alfredo was dry with no extra sauce and my food was delicious. The service was really bad. We waited for a while before our order got taken. We waited maybe 15 more minutes for bread. My drink came out and my daughter's didn't. Our food came and still no drink. Then someone who I think was the manager came and I asked her for sauce and the drink. She also took a while to bring it out. The waitress then came back I asked for the check and a kids brownie with ice cream which came out quickly but plain. No whipped cream, chocolate perils, or a cherry. Service was horrible. Server was Sofia. read more

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Michael C.

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3 years ago

I have been to alot of CPKs all over the country, and this is my first review about CPK. This is not about the food but my experience tonight. In summary, our server gave better service and etc to a table that arrived later and next to us because they were regulars. Right when the regulars sat down, minutes after we sat, the server IMMEDIATELY gave them bread. They didn't even get their waters or drinks. They sat, and she gave bread immediately. We didn't get anything. Minutes went by, and we got nothing, and was fully convinced she was going to give us nothing, and I was starving. Only when I brought it up, she said she would get some, but its still baking. If she gave us their bread, like how it should have been, then we wouldn't need to wait at all. The regular should have waited. When she finally brought it out, I pulled her aside, and told her how I felt. She apologized and admitted she made a mistake serving them first before us, but the damage was done. I could barely eat my food, I was so frustrated & hangry and our family time was ruined, all because of this server taking care of her 'regular' first. I know is bread, but it was the whole experience that mattered to me. The manager, Freddie, then came over, and he also apologized. I am just writing this so if upper management sees this, I hope they teach all employees to treat every customer as a 'regular'. Everyone has eyes, we see everything, and we are all paying customers, so employees shouldn't treat others better just because they come more often. I know it's common sense; it's the golden rule, but I hope they instill this in team meetings and evaluations. It makes common sense and business sense, too. I will change this review, depending on future visits; its my closest location. ps. Freddie was really nice and wanted to take care of us, and I really appreciated that. He saved the night...at least what was left of it. read more

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Deborah M.

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Jia Y.

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Went here for lunch. Inside of the restaurant is very boujee and probably one of the nicest CPK interiors. I got the Chicken Tequila pasta and my friend got the BBQ chicken. The pasta lacked chicken and noodles were slightly stiff. The pizza was ok. Overall, CPK has been going downhill for me. Small portions, longer wait times, less bread (I want more than just one piece please). I would suggest going somewhere else. However, service has always been great! read more

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Nanette L.

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My family loves this place, the little plaza is so simple and pretty. The kids love running around while we wait. I'm very happy with this restaurant and the food. The staff was nice and it's such a family friendly place. Lots of pizza flavors to choose from, hehe read more

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Emilee B.

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Jill G.

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Great service, good food and a wonderfully relaxing venue. If you are looking for a casual, laid back dinner then this is the spot.

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Lisa T.

2 years ago

Very good, service and food both are good, also location. The decoration is very bright, suitable for the whole family to eat together read more

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T N.

5 years ago

Just spent $18 for their bolognese spaghetti and this is what they delivered. Even worst...I ordered two of these! The 2nd one is the same! So I spent $37 for cooked spaghetti pasta basically! There is so little meat sauce that it is beyond ridiculous. This is really not OK! Especially since both orders were for my teenage sons. And if you know teen boys, they can eat! So now I need to find something more for them to eat! And I just spent $135 for the entire dinner order! (Salads and a pizza for the parents) read more

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We are sincerely sorry to hear that we let you down in preparing your…

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George H.

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CPK's food is great and the menu has something for everyone. But this location's layout and design is so well done. The decorations are perfectly curated too. Sarah was an amazing waitress too, so friendly and just on top of it all. Thank you Sarah!!! read more

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Homer W.

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5 years ago

Bianca was trash on the phone . Wouldn't help me with anything . I asked for no mushrooms . I got extra mushrooms on a kids pizza . Kids HATE mushrooms . Kids didn't eat for hours due to car wrecks and traffic in our road trip. Honestly a nightmare day . Thanks for being the icing on the cake . read more

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Amber A.

5 years ago

Believe or not, this was my first time here. My gf wanted to try it and I couldn't say no to her. If you saw how HOT she was, you wouldn't be able to say no to her either. I ordered the rib-eyed steak with arugula & fresh cut fries. When it was presented to me, I knew it was going to be dry. It looked like all the juice was sucked out of this hunk of meat. I like my men...ooops, I mean my meat nice and juicy. I asked for medium rare but it looked well-done. Upon first bite... it was dry, dry, dry and it was chewy, chewy, chewy. It gave my jaw and mouth a workout. I didn't finish it. My friend got the pepperoni pizza. I'm not a fan of pepperoni but because I didn't finish my steak, I took a slice from her. Meh. Gisselle is not happy at CPK and does not plan to return. read more

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Hello there, Giselle – we are sorry to hear about your less than…

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Vinay Y.

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Typical California Pizza Kitchen with good service and a good location near the Pasadena Convention Center and downtown Pasadena. Food was very good and they have some beautiful fountains outside (part of the city hall plaza). Parking can sometimes be a little hard but I saw they do validate parking. read more

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Deborah M.

Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation, Vinay. We…

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Joey M.

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2 years ago

this place is horrible. horrible. front of house staff is borderline incompetent and inept. it's actually really bad. this level of incompetence comes directly from the management team. the hostess is horrible. waiters horrible. everyone working here needs another week to two weeks of training ASAP. The food is edible but, the service is so bad that you may never step foot back in the place because the service is THAT bad. read more

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Kim H.

2 years ago

We were looking forward to a family get together (13 people) to celebrate an important graduation. But NOTHING VEGAN on the menu - not cool. Also, they only take reservations for groups of 20 or more people!! Ugh, I need a solid reservation CPK! So disappointed. read more

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Bonnie S.

2 years ago

Went with a friend and sat at the bar because the wait for a table at least 45 min. Ordered a lemon drop Martini had to send back to much sugar. I've never had a lemon drop with 7up yuk. I've been here before and ordered the chicken piccata and was delicious. This time was not nearly as good was very disappointing. Maybe different chef. I can make it better at home read more

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Anita A.

2 years ago

Second time after one month in the same location Caroline the bartender.... Very rude and unprofessional.I was with my mom ordered a wedge salad and 2 pizzas Never get plates we end up having the salad in the same dish I asked for utensils she keep saying wait a second we waited 10mins to get a fork that's why I didn't ask for plates someone else brought our pizzas Caroline didn't ask even how we are doing or if we need anything I asked for napkins again wait a second and she gave napkins with attitude.At the end I asked her may I order a loaf of bread which normally I do and she said no you should order to go section and I was disappointed.I asked for my bill at it took 10 mins and on my way out I complained to manager about her that she didn't want to take my order or the bread.I am not sure why people with this attitude get hired especially in the bar area had very good experience first time with Giovanna. read more

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Vee C.

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2 years ago

We've come here many, many times. Always eat outside enjoying the beautiful sunsets over City Hall and seeing and hearing the water fountains. We love the Sangria flight to start with along with their bread slices (I ask for them to be served with butter). Then Caesar salad and the Kung Pao shrimp pasta dish. Pizzas are good too but we like the pasta dishes more. I haven't cared for the red velvet cake and the butter cake is too rich, but we have enjoyed their brownie a la mode. The servers are always very friendly and helpful. read more

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Darrel K.

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I like this place a lot! I would dine-in, pick up, and get delivery from here all the time! I always get the Sicilianpizza, Caesar salad, and sometimes southwest egg rolls with avocado and dip. The food is delicious, but it has so many calories. It's best to split up the food and eat it throughout the week on different days. Besides salad, the food is like junk food, and who doesn't enjoy junk food? read more

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Darrel, glad to hear you enjoyed our Sicilian pizza, Caesar salad,…

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Valerie M.

2 years ago

Lorena's service was superb!! We felt right at home :) went in for a late lunch and got a bolognese and Thai chicken pizza - my husband's fave and flavor was consistent as always. Thai chicken pizza was so fresh and flavorful while bolognese tasted like a hug! Tastes like from our childhood! So good! We also got a take and bake and it was a great deal! read more

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Jennifer L.

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I love CPK. This location is bright and spacious. Parking structure underground and with free 90 min validation. My go to is always the works pizza thin crust (got regular today but still like thin crust more) and kungpao Spaghetti. Avocado roll was a bit over baked today. And shrimp garlic fettuccine was too dry. read more

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Sue P.

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This review is for December 6, 2020 Sunday night dinner. There are plenty of free street parking. We are dining outdoor with a heater. No customer near us. CPK does not have a tent. No Covid-19 but we may get sick because it's very cold outside. It's 56degF outside. It's so cold that I am not able to enjoy our meal. The chemical that they use on the table smells very potent when it is wet. Our pizza is ok. Service is ok. Server is nice but they want to rush us out so that can turn off lights. No refill on drink. read more

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VPacific C.

2 years ago

Generous portions, a good variety of food options, lots of cocktail choices. Salad could be a little overdressed and heavy on the fried toppings like wonton strips, but pizza was quite good. Easy parking w validation. read more

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Deborah M.

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Cassidy T.

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4 years ago

I love CPK! I will keep coming back over and over again. Staff was questionable today, not quite attentive or approachable. Food is always good per usual but was a little cold today. Wish they could work on their service but overall great day and food! read more

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Audie ..

1 year ago

I've come here multiple times to eat as I love eating at CPK and it's near my school . Every single time I've come, me and my party are treated very hostile . The Servers always have an attitude and are rude for no apparent reason. It ruins our appetite with this atmosphere. I feel like a burden anytime I ask for something because the servers usually respond annoyed and almost like they are rushing to get rid of us ! . On one occasion a server was being rude to us and treating another table very nicely , i'm not sure if it's because Im a teenager , so me and my friends usually come to eat here while others tables are adults but regardless I don't see a reason to be annoyed because we act very kindly towards the all the workers here. It upsets me greatly as the food is amazing but due to the service I don't recommend coming here . I'm nots saying all the servers are rude but I haven't had one good experience here. Glendale has great service as well as food I do recommend that CPK. read more

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Yu W.

2 years ago

The food were good, the service is ok, there also have good deal. I bought gift card from the Costco, and it help me save the money.

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I was completely disappointed. I've been waiting to try CPK after hearing so many good things about it. Ordered the lunch special half pasta, half salad and I was not impressed. The bolognese spaghetti had hardly any bolognese on it and it was cold and dry. The salad would have been better if they gave you some dressing. Look at the pics in my review, they give you a thimble size amount of dressing for a medium size salad! Also check out the pasta ...where's the bolognese? I may try again only because ppl have told me to try the tequila pasta, we'll see. read more

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Absolutely delicious!!!! The salmon was cooked to absolute perfection and the corn & spinach succotash was a great complement to the salmon. read more

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Daniel, glad to hear you enjoyed our salmon and corn & spinach…

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Chris H.

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2 years ago

Numerous empty tables but I had to wait for a table to be cleaned. Ok. They were out of the Pea Barley soup I wanted. Bummer. But the lunch specials were such a fabulous value! Frustration melted away when I saw prices not seen since before Covid for lunch specials ($9.99-$12.99), generous lunch-sized portions of your choice of two: soup, salad, pizza or pasta. I ordered the basil spaghetti, loved the flavor! My second choice was my fav, the BBQ chicken salad - so delicious; a CPK classic. Both were served promptly with warm bread and herbed olive oil. My lunch was absolutely delicious! read more

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Chris, we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our lunch specials! Thanks…

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andre b.

2 years ago

CPK IS amazing but Pasadena location is very cold inside and I'm comfortable everybody in the restaurant was wearing their jackets. He was off to relax. Did not enjoy my food at all my family and I were all disappointed. I must say the food is always good. Terrible service. Waiting to order desert. Finished eating, and our starter plates were still on the table and the whole pizza plates. Got tired of waiting, so I went and found the manager to look at my table. He apologized, but he didn't do anything about it. When we left the Emmis was still there. I guarantee you I've never coming back to this store. read more

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Deborah M.

Hi there, Andre. We are sorry to hear about this experience at our…

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Ruby M.

3 years ago

First time here! Right off the bat great service from Jonathan! Clean environment! The food was really good! My friends and I will be coming again! Thanks guys! read more

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Kari A.

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5 years ago

Our family really enjoys this location. The service is always solid, parking is easy (they validate) and the food is fresh and delicious. And if you choose to sit outside, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Pasadena City Hall. On our most recent visit, our server Lindsey Marie was so awesome. I want to make sure I mention her in this review. She took such good care of us; bringing us extra bread, promptly refilling our water glasses, making sure the heating lamps were on to keep us warm on a chilly day, helping me with my cpk rewards account...she gave our experience a special touch by being so attentive, friendly, and kind. It's the little things, right? Later on, when gusty winds began to blow the fabric on the patio umbrellas wildly about, Lindsey (along with another worker) appeared out of nowhere to tie them down safely. She truly exemplifies customer service. If you go to this location, you will be fortunate if Lindsey is your server. Thank you, Lindsey Marie, and we hope to see you again soon:)! read more

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Kari, what an amazing review! We're delighted to hear that Lindsey…

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Lucinda S.

2 years ago

Horrible!! The Laguna Niguel location needs to be more aware of their patrons. The first year it was open it was freezing cold---the mgr kept saying they can't fix the a/c. Finally a little more tolerable but now one of the kitchen staff thinks it's so funny to continue to turn up the music blaring loud. We asked that the volume be turned down, which it was for about 2 minutes, then that kitchen staff thought it so funny to keep turning it back up--not funny! We left without eating although we had ordered. food wasn't bad but wasn't good either--just acceptable. Not one of the staff seemed to care that their jerk employee kept playing with the music. If they don't care about their patrons I don't care if they close. It has been that annoying! read more

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Hello, Lucinda, we are sorry about this experience. We will be sure…

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C. J.

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2 years ago

No hot tea anymore??!! That is soooooo disappointing. You had such good chamomile tea.

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CJ, thanks for reaching out. We take messages like this very…

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Elena R.

2 years ago

I have been to this CPK location several times. This time I brought my two Daughters & Granddaughter to eat at this location because they went to the location in DTLA. They were soooooo disappointed with their visit there, they were leery about coming with me to this one. They were traumatized. Their food was cold and a few other things weren't good. I convinced them to come with me to Pasadena and boy were they happy and amazed. Our server Alicia was awesome. The food was delicious as always. So I'd like to give CPK Pasadena 5 stars their 100% excellence in my book and both of my Daughters & Granddaughter's books as well. Thank you read more

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Sheena L.

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2 years ago

SO GOOD! Everything, we got my favorite which is spicy fried cauliflower (they are like chicken wings but with cauliflowers, and it has blue cheese, celery pieces, and you dip it in ranch) my FAV appetizer from there. We also got the chicken avocado egg rolls which weren't my fav but it was good. I think I'm just more of a Chinese/vietnamese egg roll type of girl. For entree we got the wagyu burger and pizza, delicious!!!! They also gave us warm bread with the oil seasoned to dip it in. And of course their really amazing red velvet cake which comes with vanilla ice cream and whip cream! Such a great location and I felt like they really did care considering we got it delivered. When we lived in San Diego the CPK there was so bad all around and I really missed having cpk cuz it was always one of my go to places. Now I feel like I can go again!! Thank you guys! Definitely will be ordering from this cpk over and over again. read more

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CPK is great! They're open until until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The go to for me is the spinach and artichoke dip as an appetizer, entree the chicken piccata, and of course the yummy butter cake with vanilla ice cream! If you love Pasadena (or at least like it) you get a good view of city hall. It does get a little cold at night, even in this weather, so bring a light jacket or sweater. The staff is great, very polite and considerate. We will definitely be back. Also they sanitize tables after every party leaves and before another party sits at a table. Staff is wearing masks, face shields and gloves. read more

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99 N Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101
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(626) 585-9020
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Hours

What time does California Pizza Kitchen open?

California Pizza Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does California Pizza Kitchen close?

California Pizza Kitchen closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does California Pizza Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does California Pizza Kitchen have catering options?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen does have catering options.

Does California Pizza Kitchen have a drive thru?

No, California Pizza Kitchen does not have a drive thru.

Does California Pizza Kitchen serve alcohol?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does California Pizza Kitchen allow dogs?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen allows dogs.

Does California Pizza Kitchen have TVs?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does California Pizza Kitchen have bike parking?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen has bike parking.

Does California Pizza Kitchen have outdoor seating?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen has outdoor seating options.

Does California Pizza Kitchen have parking?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen has parking options. Garage Parking

Other Amenities

Does California Pizza Kitchen have free WiFi?

Yes, California Pizza Kitchen has free WiFi.

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Yes they validate

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There is a parking under the restaurant.

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Do they have vegan options?

Hello Jennette! Thank you for reaching out. Yes, we do offer vegan-friendly options. Check out our vegan offerings at https://cpk.mymenunutrition.com/. Feel free to reach out if you have any additional questions.…

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Tried both the hojicha and matcha parfaits with the warabimochi and it was absolutely delicious!…read moreIt's been a few weeks since I last tried their matcha but this was splendid I had to update the stars. The wait times definitely have gone down, we ordered this and within 10 minutes they were ready. Highly recommend, the flavors were great, the cereal was my favorite part I love a good crunch. More people just studying and eating lunch around. Overall a cute must try spot in pasadena! Will update once I try their curry next time.

There's street or many structure parking to get here. There's a kiosk! You input your beeper device…read morenumber then find a seat. Seating is limited to an hour. There's plenty of seating but I can see how it'll get pack. It's really chill inside and casual. It's a good place for a meetup with friends or doing some work. The staff seem nice and the order was ready fairly quick. I got the matcha latte, it's unsweetened by default but you can add syrup pumps to your liking. The matcha soft serve was pretty good! Just sweet enough but still getting the matcha taste. It'd return again.

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The best dinner we ever had. All food are very good and specially the sushi are excellent made by…read moreChef Ian. Thanks to Manager Kenny, Maureen and Tony for great service.

Ribs and drinks were awesome. A top tier restaurant Great service and everything was perfectread more

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Mills Alley

6/10/2026 First time…read moreat Mills Alley. Decided to come here since this was close to the other shops I wanted to go to today. Also, the prices seemed great for lunch. HAKATA SET (Your choice of: Tonkotsu or Miso Ramen, comes with Mini Spicy Tuna Don, Chicken Karaage 2 pcs, Tsukemono) This was one of the set items for the lunch special. Chose the miso ramen. The miso ramen had a very strong white miso flavor. Didn't hate it, as I do love miso, but it was a little too much miso for my liking. Typical curly ramen and it was cooked well. Loved the jammy egg too. It was a soy marinated egg. There were also three pieces of chashu too! It was good, but slightly overcooked. The portion of the ramen was medium sized and was surprised they didn't bring a smaller size since it was a set meal. But happy they were generous! Spicy tuna don was a small bowl, but they gave a good portion of spicy tuna, which was delicious. Chicken karaage were two pieces of chicken and it was just okay. No tsukemono was served with the meal. Overall the meal was satisfying. I think the price was fair for what was given. CUSTOMER SERVICE Good, friendly and attentive customer service. No complaints! AMBIANCE / TABLES + SEATS Very calm and relaxing ambiance. It was quiet and no music was playing, which I liked. The restaurant was super clean and I liked how the tables were set. Large tables in the back and small tables were closer to the front. Bar seats on the side. It was a medium-sized restaurant, but the layout made it feel larger. Clean bathroom too. PARKING The closest and most logical parking spot was the one right across from the restaurant. School House Garage on 33 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105. Rates: $1.00 first 2 hrs, $2.00 for each additional hour. $12 for the full day. I liked the set menu, it was good for the price and I would like to return to try their other lunch menu items, whether it would be a set menu or a la carte.

Came for their lunch specials and used our Resy/Amex credit…read more Their lunch specials were a great deal - I would recommend getting the lower sushi lunch set if you had to just pick one on the menu. My kids and I actually preferred the less premium fish. The ramen was okay. Didn't stand out from other ramen restaurants. But you do get a lot of food out of the set.

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Christina L.

Elite 21

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254

17 years ago

I USED to love CPK for one thing and one thing only, their Thai Crunch Salad. Be that as it may; my love has been replaced with extreme annoyance. The Pasadena location offers direct delivery rather then LA Bite to a 3 mile radius. I took the bait. Our order: Thai Crunch Salad Cobb Salad Pepperoni Sausage Pizza The server who took my phone order did not tell me our total on the phone. I sometimes ask for a total just to make sure to have the amount plus tip handy. I figured since it would be around 30....40 should be fine. 15 minutes later, some cholo with a rickshaw bike pulls up to our building and says our total is 47 and some change. I thought it was a bit high...so I handed him 60, he them proceeds to say " oh...I ain't got no change..I got quarters, though!" So we decide to not hassle him and tell him to keep it. When we got upstairs we looked at the receipt...not only had we been charged a delivery fee, but we ALSO got charged a 10% gratuity. I am all about servers getting theirs..but this was straight up shady. What sort of delivery guy doesn't carry change? A Lying, cheating bastard one, that's who. I called the store and asked to speak with the manager. I know, I know...the guy sounded like he works 85+ hours a week and hates bending over and taking it in the ass from people who take advantage of corporate slaves like him for as much free shit as they can possibly get their meat hooks on. I am DEFINITELY not one of them, but I was pretty annoyed at the degree of shadiness shown by the delivery guy and wanted to let him know so no one else would fall victim. The manager says "that it was quite disturbing" for him to hear that...and that he would have a talk with him. He actually offered to have the cholo RICKSHAW BACK to my HOUSE and bring correct change. Um....have you HEARD of home invasions?!?! People's homes have been invaded for far less. FUUUUCK THAT. I said no..that would be "awkward". So then he says "...well..I'm in the hospitality business and my business is to take care of people (gag me with a pitchfork, what corporate honcho added THAT to the script?!!?) so let me take care of you folks, I'm gonna send you some COUPONS FOR FREE APPETIZERS". Ok...to add insult to injury....he tried to make the coupons seem SOOO great...what would be minimum restaurant standard is if he gave us a refund or at least told us to come in and the next meal would be on him...free appetizers is really belittling, don't you think? Oh oh oh oh oh!!!!!! Here's the kicker: He never sent SHIT!!! read more

Bill C.

13 years ago

When CPK first came out way back when it was the best thing since sliced bread. Unique pizzas that you couldn't get elsewhere that were very good. Since exploding because of their great/unique pizza they have gone too mainstream in my opinion. They turned from a smaller chain with good food, a good business plan and fresh ingredients to a large chain across the country that manufactures frozen pizzas to sell in stores and have since loss focus on their restaurants in my opinion. Now it feels like going into a Chili's, Olive Garden or any number of large nationwide chains that are all generic and feel like every other one. Not too mention frozen ingredients that are mass distributed to their hundreds of locations across the country resulting in less quality food that isn't nearly as fresh and robotic servers that are taught exactly what to say and try to up-sell you. The quality, service and experience has gone down and prices gone up. I rarely eat here anymore but they are still very popular. Still good food but not as good as they once were in my mind. read more

Touch S.

16 years ago

The pastas are homemade and amazing. Our server refused to give us salt and pepper, and he was right--nothing needed it. The atmosphere is lively and interesting, though I was having trouble focusing on the conversation at my table with one eye on the black & white movie playing on the wall above. My only complaint was our server. The service wasn't slow, but I got the vague sense that he 1) was bored with us, 2) was annoyed with us, 3) thought he was infinitely better than us, 4) hated the fact that we didn't order any wine. It didn't ruin the night, but I notice some other reviews about the service, and wonder who's making the hiring decisions here. A friendlier server would have upped this place to 5 stars. read more

Benjamin C.

162

16 years ago

I've been to many CPK's, and although this isn't the best one, it's pretty good. I usually come here with friends and sometimes with family, but i love the atmosphere it's very family friendly. The bread (which you have to ask for) is really good, though not ALWAYS fresh, it still goes really great with butter. One of their drinks that I really like is their strawberry lemonade, it's not to sour and also not too sweet. Me and my friends usually order the BBQ Chicken Pizza, which never fails to fill us up or one of the many kinds of pasta that they have. The service is pretty good, but at times it can be slow. and the prices are somewhat reasonable. Overall, it's a great place to come with friends. read more

Dory D.

8 years ago

I came here with my parents recently. I hadn't been to this location for years. Had a good experience. We had to wait about 5 minutes before seated, which wasn't long being it was the weekend and they were packed. But once seated, the waitress got to us right away. She was very friendly and attentive. Despite being very busy, we didn't have to wait long for our drinks and food. I ordered a pizza and salad, which were both good. I am disappointed that the ingredients they use on the pizza has changed, but I still enjoyed it . I was at the CPK in Glendale recently, and had a bad experience there, due to really slow service. This Pasadena location is still my favorite. read more

Linda M.

8 years ago

Good vegetarian options. But we recently went vegan, yet had a feast! The Dakota Smashed Pea and Barley Soup is always delicious. It is made with No Fat. A bowl has 26 grams of fiber! Ask for some lemonwedges to brighten up the flavor and help you absorb even more iron. The appetizer Flat Bread with mushrooms and spinach was delicious without cheese. We wanted a big bowl of veggies like on the veggie pizza pictured on the nenu. Our server showed us how: She ordered "Seasonal Veggies and wrote "from the Veggie Pizza" in special instructions field. We received a bowl full of baby broccoli, mushrooms, asparagus, caramelized red onion. Delicious! read more

Jennifer Q.

7 years ago

This is the BEST CPK! And believe me we've tried a few. The hostess greeted us tonight with a warm smile - as she opened the door for us and said, Welcome. She asked if she could validate our parking - super helpful. When she seated us she kindly she asked if we would like a gluten free menu. This place rocks! So kind and welcoming. Then our waiter said, welcome back - I haven't seen you guys in awhile. We explained that we moved to Woodland Hills for a year. He even remembered what we usually order to drink. Love this CPK. It's awesome. Glad to be back in the Pasadena area. read more

Sheilay S.

1 year ago

I recently purchased this salad bowl, and it has quickly become a kitchen favorite. The size is ideal--large enough to mix a generous portion of greens, veggies, and toppings without spilling over the sides. The material feels sturdy yet lightweight, and it's both microwave and dishwasher safe, which is a huge plus. What really stands out is the design--sleek, modern, and versatile enough to go from meal prep to tabletop presentation without missing a beat. Whether I'm tossing a simple Caesar or a more elaborate grain bowl, this bowl makes the whole experience feel elevated. read more

Mel B.

5 years ago

Normally, I write reviews and when it comes to California Pizza Kitchen I thought this place was ok. I called to check on an order and was on hold for a few minutes. Not the most fun but whatever, just hold onto the line please. When someone finally picked up, I ordered a Bahn Mi Bowl. Yes I like it. Drove down to the store and picked it up take out. I was quickly helped and they were friendly. Checking it had everything, the utensils, napkins, bread, and so forth. The quality of the food is ok. I think it's on par with general Amercian diner chain restaurants. read more

A M.

7 months ago

California Pizza Kitchen delivers a truly five-star experience with exceptional service, delicious food, and a welcoming restaurant atmosphere. The staff is friendly, attentive, and professional, ensuring every visit is smooth and enjoyable. The food is fresh, flavorful, and creatively prepared, with pizzas and dishes that consistently impress. The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and inviting, providing the perfect setting for a casual meal with friends or family. California Pizza Kitchen consistently excels in service, food, and overall dining experience. read more

Bubba J.

16 years ago

Not a bad place. Strange location near Westin hotel nd a block east of Pasadena city hall. I usually like CPK, but this particular restaurant has a greasiness to its pizzas. I cant underline it. Crust flavor and greasiness combined almost remind me of the cheese bread at Papa Johns. The mushroom pizza is great, but this particular CPK made it a bit greasy. I still ate at the flavor overall is d@mn good. Id still go hear in a pinch if I was too lazy to walk to downtown Pasadena. read more

Fanny J.

1 year ago

During my visit 2 years ago, I ordered lunch along with hot water and lemon. Unfortunately, I experienced some discomfort before finishing my meal. I specifically requested hot water as I did not want any sweet drinks. While the server maintained a polite demeanor, I am concerned that something might have been added to my water. This experience made me feel unwelcome, and I am hesitant to return to the restaurant. read more

Frankie M.

26 days ago

We keep coming back here for a reason. The location is convenient, the service is quick and friendly without feeling rushed, and the food hits the spot every time. Love the range of pizzas on the menu, and the fact that they offer healthier choices is a real plus. The pasta dishes are equally good, always well cooked and full of flavor. The staff is very friendly every time. Solid experience all around. read more

Natalie T.

3 years ago

We had really good BBQ chicken pizza in Los Angeles so we came here again because it is closer to our home. The CHicken pizza was a piece of trash, very light dry sauce, a few DRIED pieces of chicken, that s it, no onion, no vegetable, no nothing. The other steak pizza was just so so . Cucumber reviver drink was plain water with a thin slice of cucumber. Such a waste of money read more

Elaine C.

13 years ago

THis CPK is great. It is very clean and they are very accomodating. I am blind and I frequent there often because they have a brail menu, the service is very friendly and the servers go beyond their duties to assist in any way. I usually get salads and a desert, so in as much as I have tried those foods, they are delicious!!!! Thanks CPK for the courtesy and warmth. read more

Becca m.

117

15 years ago

love love love! thier chicken pesto pizza and their artichoke dip. This is a place that i love going to because of their great food as well as it being a family place. I alwasy crave their food. The waiters their are also very nice compared to other places that i have been to. Love this place. read more

Dan J.

15 years ago

The only reason I continue to order from this place is that I am occasionally rewarded with a free pizza upon delivery. The pizza has been living on it's reputation for far too long, and many other pizza places have surpassed it in quality. read more

Judy P.

13 years ago

came here for my brothers birthday. Service was good and the foods were amazing. I ordered the Kung Pao Spaghetti. It was delicious. Never thought of having kung pao chickens and spaghetti mixed together, but it was a good mix. read more

Evan N.

3 years ago

Food was great and service was great. They don't take reservations so we had to wait quite a while in the cold. I always get the tequila chicken pasta and it was just as good as it always is. Really liked the whole experience! read more

Rita G.

11 years ago

A tour that I went on used CPK for their to go meals....great value...huge sandwich, nice size brownie, chips...can't complain about that...I'm sure the sandwich was truly good....I'm just not a fan of CPK...sorry guys. read more

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