Tip: get gift cards from Costco. 20% off! Another great salad, then a down right awful movie, American Mistress, at Regal. Wish we had just stayed for dessert and skipped the flick!
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Mark B.
This place really makes me wish for half stars. It is to good for A-OK but I am just not quite a fan. The food is good, even very good in some cases. Service is good and fairly fast. Usually by cute people in their twenties or so. The food is of course centered on pizza. Made on a tasty bready thin Pizza which is quite tasty and always cooked perfect for me. Also on the menu are soup, salads, entrees, my parents love the cedar plank salmon. They also have deserts some are seasonal like the strawberry shortcake. Prices are OK and the decor is bright and modern. In nice weather you can sit outside, they even have those directional heaters out there. The place feels like it should be a four star. I think the real reason I give it three instead is that it feels institutional, while they smile and say the right things, the servers seem in a hurry. I don't think this is the servers fault as it has been the same since they opened and at other branches I have been to, I think it is that servers have to big an area to serve. I have also noticed servers don't seem to last long, I am here every couple of months and the staff always seems new. Also everything is just so like you could be anywhere, no real personality to the restaurant. In all I think at the prices they charge they should be doing better at these things. Don't get me wrong I really like the BBQ chicken pizza and I will be back but the place is at the bottom end of my list of favorites. . This mall gets popular so parking can be a challenge that an the location of the restaurant means you will probably have a bit of a walk to get here.
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Steele C.
I always enjoy CPK. I like the fact you can pick up food to go easily or eat in the restaurant with out waiting too long. The mix of food is good. Some of the type of dishes they have come in many forms. They make take the Thai flavor for example and put it pasta, pizza, and salad forms. I do enjoy the food. Another thing about this place...I am lactose intolerant but the fact that they do not over cheese their pizzas really allows me to enjoy the food without being sick later...Thank you CPK. This last time I was there the server with the name Kyle was awesome. He was very genuine, kind and friendly. Something you really do not see that often. Next time I will ask to be in his section. I would go back.
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Joan F.
Sometimes the family just doesn't share my longing for adventures in food, and I find myself at a restaurant like California Pizza Kitchen. It's well done meh. Tonight I tried the fish tacos--grilled not panko-ed. I liked the cabbage; I like the mahi mahi. The proportions were off--too much cabbage, which overwhelmed the fish. There was a spicy 1000 island dressing involved, too, but not in a good way. The tortillas were chilled, which may have saved prep time, but cold tortillas didn't enhance the meh mahi mahi. The Thai Crunch salad is improved with warmed grilled chicken instead of the chilled chunked chicken (say that fast three times). No complaints here--their salads are solid. Add a star if you stick with the salads. The pepperoni pizza is also in their wheel house--my son devoured it after his 2 hour lacrosse practice (go, Aardvarks!). The three tortilla spring rolls order was a case of poor judgment and more meh. My husband didn't finish it, but our lacrosse player earned a few assists. The service was fine; the restaurant was busy. I just don't like it. Pity we were here, especially when Yelp pointed me to more interesting fare within 10 minutes of CPK. $80 for four is a lot to pay for mediocre food.
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Jordan S.
7pm on a Monday night. My friend and I come in for some coffee and an order of delicious butter cake with ice cream. We seated quickly in Jason's section. He was attentive and seemed to really care about our experience. The coffee was fresh and dessert was 5-star. We will definitely be back and will request to sit in his section! Thanks Jason!
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Tim S.
California pizza kitchen has great, tasty pizzas. Whenever I'm in the area I come here because of their variety. I love/ recommend the spicy chicken pizza! Only complaint if any from our last visit was the server. He was very "calm" and talked very slow... Like he was in another dimension or something. Other than that everything was pleasant!
(4)
Kristine Y.
Came in for lunch today. Very bright and lively interior, liked the pizza oven with the yellow tiles. We shared a pizza, 1/2 white pizza with bacon added and 1/2 California whatever-its-called. He was fond of the white pizza with the ricotta cheese and simplicity of ingredients. I enjoyed the Cali blend pizza with the salad "on top" and avocado slices. It was a bit of different take on pizza - but the crust was pretty good, the chicken pieces were nice white meat and seasoned well. Overall, good dining experience. It was nice to have been offered bread and olive oil prior to our pizza. Attentive server who brought things right out. He didn't like the complimentary bread - to hard and crunchy/chewy. I found it ok. A fairly quick lunch with many options. I wouldn't order those pizza options again - but good for a one timer.
(4)
Timothy C.
Great service with disappointing salads. Would have spent much more summer time here, but the salads have really plummeted in quality. :(
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Andres C.
Nice place. The waiter kinda creepy but nice. The thin pizzas really good! Better inside than outside.
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JavierBea M.
We had the western rolls, delicious! Unfortunately our salad came with a topping we didn't want (Hair). Notified the manager, she apologized and removed the salad cost from our bill. Please more supervision at the kitchen !!
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Emily S.
Our server was amazing. She had a great smile, was very helpful and personable but the food and prices were the best. Their pizzas are way too small and their is no size choice and too much $ for the size same with their drinks.. And it wasn't amazing tasting either just OK.
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Chris M.
Food is like every one of their chains. But Brittany our server and the manager, Surin, went above and beyond to help out because of my food allergy. Thanks guys!
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Steven O.
I love this place, I go here all the time, and I'm pretty sure the entire staff knows us by heart as they often know exactly what we're going to order. The avocado club egg roles are amazing and are a sure order for an appetizer. The menu has good variety and the quality is pretty good. I love the staff here and they are always friendly and helpful.
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Katie R.
It's been years since I have been here, so apparently they have updated the menu and it looks amazing. Ingridients seem to be more fresh, and the service at this particular location was top notch. I especially loved the large variety of salads and other light choices. Usually a restaurant will have their salad section and I can pick maybe one I actually want. Here? Ummm all of them. In my mouth. Now. That's even before we get into the pizza options. My friend got the meat lovers and the California Pizza Kitchen version has to be the most legit topping portion sizing I have ever seen for this typical style. Actual long and thin slices of ham that are delicately layered between the pepporni and sausage. Is it possible for a pizza to look pretty? Because, seriously. It has the Cheesecake Factory effect: A little bit of everything. So it's hard to make a choice, but it's hard to lose.
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Audrea H.
Huge pizza! Plenty for two or even three. Service was friendly and attentive. Pizza had great flavor and was nice and crispy. The jambalaya pasta was very good, just enough spice and plenty of meat. Martini was yummy. Wait wasn't too bad, especially for a Saturday might. Enjoyed our visit, we will be back.
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Beth D.
Another great meal at CPK. We're never disappointed with anything from this establishment. I requested a special drink (chocolate martini) and although it wasn't on the menu they made me something similar that was equally as delicious. Great Caesar salad and amazing thin crust Artichoke and Spinach pizza with added chicken. Don't forget to get the Salted Caramel Pudding for dessert. It's unbelievably amazing! Finally our server Fox was so nice and personable. I could tell she was busy but still took great care of us. If you like CPK and appreciate great service, ask for Fox.
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Benjamin K.
My first time eating here and most definitely my last time eating here! Not five minutes after we were seated we had our conversation cut short as one of the employees rudely started vacuuming right by our table and continued to vacumm loudly for another ten minutes before one of the servers came over to take our order. Maybe the employee was bored because it was a slow night? there seemed to be only 4 other people in the restaurant eating, and the carpet wasn't even dirty. The pizza I had ordered was a tostada pizza and when brought out to us and put in front of me, I had noticed that: 1. It had not been cut and the only utensils I had to cut the pizza was a dull knife. 2. The edges were very crispy but the rest of the pizza was a wet, gooey mess and had not been cooked properly. When I mentioned this to the server she apologized and was very sweet about taking care of the problem, she brought us out a desert to compensate and took the pizza off the bill. The server Ariel was awesome but the food did put me off from going back there.
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Yancy L.
My wife & I had a fantastic dinner thanks to great food, relaxing atmosphere & a phenomenal server! Lamar truly provided world class service through his attentive & engaging manner. He got to know us & made good recommendations. Please give Lamar a raise or promotion or both! Thanks buddy!
(5)
Jeff R.
Been a long time since we had been here. Love their BBQ chicken salad and the pizzas are decent. It was clean and the service was great.
(3)
Joseph '.
We have been coming here for years. The parking nearby can be challenging around 4-6pm, but they do have a parking garage not too far for Bridgeport. The food is great, staff is usually friendly, and it's nice, clean restaurant. I do recommend the Avocado Egg Rolls!
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Kelsey R.
Good pizza if you like chain restaurants! I love getting the white sauce on my pizzas. The BBQ chicken is good as well! Always delivers good quality food to your table.
(3)
Melissa L.
Came here for lunch on the fourth - had the California club pizza which was more than enough to share with a friend for lunch. The place is a bit pricey, but the individual pizzas are more than enough to share. I'd probably come back.
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Ric B.
CPK has a good consistency everywhere I try it in the world, if it's in Japan, Guam, the Philippines or here in the Mainland U.S. I always order the pepperoni supremo and I know it sounds weird bit I ask for a bit of honey a and I drizzle a but on the pizza to give it the savory sweet! I recommend you try it if you are into that! Also you can't go wrong with the Thai crunch salad and the portobello ravioli!
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Ken W.
Visited PDX California Pizza Kitchen after having visited others. The pear and gorgonzola salad was excellent, as were the individual pizzas. Service was attentive and helpful. The design of the restaurant makes the noise level quite high, but that comes with the territory with this kind of restaurant.
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Jennifer H.
Love this place. Amazing salads (U-MAZ-ING) and the pizza is super yum. Love the "try it guarantee", try something new and if you don't like it, they will replace it no questions asked... I can be a little more adventures, this is a big deal for me since I struggle to make decisions with regaurd to food. After all, every single meal I eat could be my last, so it's important for it to "hit the spot". Service is always stellar. They loose one star for being a chain ( I don't usually like chains) I make and exception for Chevy's and CPK).
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Katie W.
Horrible pizza! Had the gluten free margarita and can honestly say this is the worst pizza I've ever had, and I have had some amazing gluten free pizzas. For the price, and the hassle it takes to park at Bridgeport and come here... I wish I could give CPK zero stars. Sorry guys.
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John L.
It's close by and the food is consistently decent. It gets a little busy at peak times but can host a large group. We come here quite frequently last minute. We also cater quite frequently when having parties. They only need about an hour or two to prepare for catering menus. The parking is not the greatest, although they have separate private lot, it is very crowded and veyr difficult at times. Go to the garage on the west side of Bridgeport at peak times.
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Holly C.
Came here because I was wanting pizza but didnt want to cook it at home. Plus it was nice to get out of the house. We ordered the meat pizza and the habanero pork pizza, Plus an order of the avocado egg rolls. The egg rolls were good. My husband loved them. I liked them too. The pizza was great and the habanero pizza had a good kick without being too hot. We had left overs but I accidentally left them at the table. I prefer Pizzicato over CPK when it comes to the actual pizza.
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K K.
This review is for service. The staff = awesome. Always nice, professional and genuine (i know its for the tips, but they sell it well). I especially like their curbside service, they always get the food out to my car before I even have a chance to call in and tell them that I'm there.
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Shannon H.
Food is great, but this location needs a little work on their wait staff quality. Our waitress seemed new and inexperienced. On another occasion when we came back for a glass of wine, we were given our initial glasses at the bar and no one checked on us again for about 45 minutes, long after our glasses were empty. The food is good, but the half-size portion of the BBQ chicken chopped salad seems a lot smaller than I remember.
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Mikhail H.
I had never been to a California Pizza Kitchen before and went here for lunch with co workers. Honestly, I am just not really a pizza person so I was pretty skeptical. I was so happy to see that they not just have alternatives to pizza but some pretty incredible sandwiches and salads. I was very impressed with the service as well since our food came up fast and our waiter was very attentive even with how busy it was due to the lunch hour and such.
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Justin T.
I have always had a good experience with food and service here.. But it's obviously gone down hill.. The chicken in the salads is gross and watery... One that we ordered had a hair in it.. The pizzas are good though that's why I'm giving it a 3
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Claire V.
I really love California Pizza Kitchen. I know it's a big chain, but their food is amazing, especially the divine Thai peanut salad which is crunchy, salty and creamy. Mmmm. Last time I tried their caramelized peach salad which is a close second for amazing salads, with what must be at least two whole peaches. Fantastic.
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Sara H.
Seeing the reviews talking about decent or poor service makes me go "wtf." My husband and I went and had spectacular service. The food was great, but I had a hair in my Kung Pao Spaghetti. Normally this would cause me to knock off at least a star (in the event they gave us a new plate and didn't charge for the dish), but they replaced it AND comped us our whole meal, which earned them their 5th star back. The service was great and our waitress was great. Aside from the hair, which was not present in my second plate of Kung Pao Spaghetti, the food was also excellent (my husband had the Original BBQ Chicken + Bacon Pizza). We were very happy and will go again.
(5)
John E.
I walked in here not expecting much. It was snowing and a group from work decided to let traffic clear out before attempting the drive home. So, dinner by committee is usually a disaster waiting to happen and when the consensus opted for California Pizza Kitchen I was convinced that it would be an epic fail. Off we shuffled through the snow in shoes not suited to conditions, clothing not suited to conditions and pretty much a surly attitude all the way around at our predicament. I was thinking that the poor server was going to be eaten alive. We filed into the revolving door to be met by a welcoming smile of a hostess who seated us immediately in a large both, in the back, near the bathrooms. Usually a bad sign and one that guarantees your server will overlook you. I was surprised by the menu, it had far more options that just pizza on it, and while it all looked a bit tempting these people are known for pizza and I was determined not to be distracted by that. I decided on the All White Pizza with many cheeses including fontina and ricotta, garlic and spinach. The server asked if I wanted crumbled applewood smoked bacon on it. I responded, "Then it wouldn't be a white pizza now would it?" But come on, who can say no to bacon unless you are a devoted vegetarian or 9th level vegan who refuses to eat anything that ever cast a shadow. So I went with the bacon. Our server was great, he was quick on the refills, never forgot about us and served the pizzas very quickly. It was impressive to watch him scurry about the place like a squirrel on speed. The pizza was, and I cannot believe I am saying this, really quite good. The crust was average, I would say if they were to work on the crust it could be amazing, but they don't, so it isn't. The ricotta makes the pizza along with the garlic. Bacon was a nice addition, but really unneeded. So I was surprised by the quality of the toppings. Downside was the price was a little out there for my tastes. If I could I would give 3.5 stars, and usually I don't like people splitting hairs with half stars but in this case I was really torn on three or four stars. All in all I had to go down just for the price. Back to the office we trudged through the white blanket of snow on the ground to spend hours in our cars getting home, but at least we were never hungry!
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Kyle F.
Horrible. I will never be coming here again. I ordered take out and this is what happened. 1) The waiter gave me incorrect change, so I paid $30 for a $23 meal. 2) When I got home I opened my pizza box. The pizza I ordered was the original BBQ chicken, which cpk should be pros at making. The pizza came on a crust that was as thin as I've ever seen. It looked like a cracker. I did not order thin crust, and original BBQ does not come on thin crust. The pizza was not even remotely warm and looked like it had been sitting for an hour. Even after I heated the pizza up, it was less than mediocre. I should have gone to Pizza Schmizza.
(1)
Kolten L.
Impressed with their pizza selection- the descriptions alone made my mouth water. Pizza was great but the real winner of my visit was the Butter Cake for dessert. Holy $#*%! So good!
(5)
Mike B.
After seeing a movie at Bridgeport Regal, we wanted a little coffee and dessert. CPK was right up the way, so that is where we went. Having just gorged on two boxes of candy at the theater, I simply wanted coffee (besides, I knew my three companions would each order something different and would allow me to assist them!) My partner had their tiramisu, our companions had their butter cake and red velvet cake. Being able to nibble on each of theirs, I couldn't decide which was better. All three were decadent, delicious, and delectable! You can't go wrong with any of them. Our waitstaff was engaging, and friendly and indulged our one companion with his relentless questions with ease and candor! We were there late and stayed until after they stopped letting customers in, but it was nice to have a place to go nearby for coffee and sweets after a movie.
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Avery M.
The place is a classy venue, the service is decent and the good is decent. If you're looking for amazing pizza this isn't your place. I would recommend still going here though. The pizza IS fairly decent and their appetizers are good. I say it's a 'go check out' caliber restaurant
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Scott N.
Bridgeport's California Pizza Kitchen is one bright restaurant both inside and out. At CPK diners have a choice of sitting at a table, a booth, a counter facing the pizza oven, or out on the patio. California Pizza Kitchen is a very comfortable restaurant not matter where you chose to dine. Service, as mentioned earlier is corporate but they still do a good job of looking after you. The menu as well as the wine list is immense. Pizza gets top billing but California Pizza Kitchen offers a multitude of entrees. Among the offerings are pastas, salads, tacos, and sandwiches. California Pizza Kitchen is a wonderful place to go for a salad. The salad selections run the gamut from Classic Caesar to Caramelized Peach. Half orders are available and you can add meat to your salad for an extra charge. California Pizza Kitchen serves a pizza that is a genre in and of itself. It's an individual thin crust pizza with gourmet toppings. How does a BLT pizza sound to you? Let me tell you, it's scrumptious! California Pizza Kitchen helped make the BBQ Chicken Pizza famous. If you served pizza like this in New York or Chicago it would probably be considered sacrilege. However, this is California style so why not have some fun with the toppings? On my visited I sampled the Sicilian pizza. My Sicilian consisted of gourmet Italian salami and a spicy marinara sauce. A Sicilian pie washed down with a Samuel Adams is about all I need to be happy in life. I think you'll be happy and satisfied too as you dine at Bridgeport Village's California Pizza Kitchen.
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Julie T.
I have always loved the salads at CPK but the Bridgeport Village location has the best service hands down. Three times in a row we had exceptional service and the 1/2 size salads are a meal in themselves.
(5)
Eric H.
I'm a man that goes for quantity. I get disappointed when I get a 13 dollar pizza and get six small slices. Especially when I wanted to share it with my girlfriend. 3 small slices isn't going to fill me. The pizza is definitely good though.
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Jen K.
I'm glad they've strayed from their primary directive, pizza, because over time I've decided I prefer their salads and pasta dishes. The pizza is adequate, but not something that inspires any strong memories or a desire to return. I've ordered the BBQ Chicken, Thai Chicken and Sweet & Spicy Sausage with Peppers and they are all sabotaged by a bland crust. The BBQ chicken chopped salad is good, but I prefer the version served at Paradise Bakery just down the street. For pasta, my friend turned me onto their Kung Pao Spaghetti, which has a nice amount of zing. Service is corporate and fine. I've never been to this location when they aren't terribly busy and parking in this part of Bridgeport is pretty much insane. They do have a patio for outdoor dining in the summer months.
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Sean G.
Ryan was our manager and Alyssa was our server. Food was great. The service was also amazing. Our server and manager apologized for our appetizers taking to long. They came out and apologize about it taking to long. I didn't notice but is also my first time here. They took care of us! I will be back. Now i know why all my friends talk this place up!
(5)
Kellene C.
Our recent visit to CPK at Bridgeport was one of my worst dining experiences ever. For starters when we arrived we were seated in a booth next to a family with a screaming baby when there were many other tables available throughout the restaurant. We asked to be seated outside instead and were taken to the patio dining area. we were told the only seating available outside was the couch to which we said fine. So once we were seated at the couch table the table was still dirty with several kernels of corn and grease smears on the table. I asked that someone clean the table pointing out the corn. The rude hostess said "oh is that all", we should have just left. We placed our drink orders, 3 iced tea with lemon. The tea arrived with 1 or 2 cubes of ice and no sweetener. When asked to bring sweetener we were told it would be a few minutes???? really??? We placed our order for 3 salads and a pizza. Food took about 30 minutes which was fine but when it came we had no silverware and again had to ask for it, waited another 10 minutes for that to come, no refills offered on tea so we asked for refills and an extra glass of ice. Refills and ice were never delivered. we ate our food and asked for the check. We will never go back and will not recommend this restaurant. Terrible service.
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Abigail A.
I went to California Pizza Kitchen with a friend for lunch before going to a movie at Bridgeport. I haven't heard much about them but figured it was about time I try them! The service was fine and fast, which was good because we were on a short timeline before the movie started. The food was fine, but I did not think the price justified what we got. I was frankly quite surprised at how expensive the food was considering it didn't seem to be anything terribly unique or special. I wouldn't go back on my own, but would go back if a friend insisted they wanted to go there.
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Mike K.
CPK seems to get something of a bad rap in Portland...maybe it's because California is part of the name, or because it's a big chain of restaurants, or because they seem to be placed around shopping malls, or maybe all three. But if I just think about the food itself, nothing else, it's pretty good. I think their thin crust pizza is just right, and there are enough varieties to be interesting. I'm impressed by their salads too. I also like that they have a decent wine selection, and that you can get a 3 oz. or 6 oz. glass depending on how you're feeling (at most restaurants your only option is a 5 oz. glass). Their service is spot-on, attentive but not annoying. So why only three stars? The main reason would be the price. Yes, the food is good but there are so many good options in this town that are so much cheaper. It also tends to be very bright and noisy in the dining room, and I'm not a big fan of either one. And here's the grumpy old man in me coming out, but does everyone with kids have to take them to the most expensive pizza in town? The place was crawling with them, and I understand they have a right to be there but I would've expected fewer kids at CPK than, say, Abby's or Chuck E. Cheese...not so. Anyway, I do enjoy the food at CPK, which is the most important (but not the only) thing.
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Seth F.
since my last review iv been back alot and those fish tacos are soo good. make sure when you get them always get avocado. had some pizza there i think it was the cali club but its just not my thing. i only really like new york style pizza. so im not saying the pizza here is bad its just not my thing so you might like it. since i only get the fish tacos here i dont go here as much but CPK is great. it looks like they got some other good sandwiches but they don't got fries and eatin chips or salad with a good sandwich is a slap in my face lol another funny thing is iv seen lots of blazers players here so you know its good
(5)
Arinda P.
Their jambalaya pasta is pretty good! I'm sure there is better out there, but this isn't bad for a chain restaurant. The hostess' aren't very friendly, nor are you seated in a timely fashion. If you don't have a few hours to sit around, this is definitely NOT the place. Go across the way to Pastini, if you're looking for some good pasta!
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Conrad T.
Went late on a Saturday and had a BLT pizza with avocados and it was real good, but the price wasn't. Service wasn't the best either.
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Tom B.
Well, really, what's not to like? No, it's not very culinarily ambitious, but, really, that's OK. The prices aren't too awfully bad. The service is solid, and the place is big and bright and clean. The thin crust pies have a decently chewy, decently crisp balance happening. Overall, if you're meeting a bunch of people of varying tastes where food really isn't the focus, you can do a lot worse. It's a serviceable choice.
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Joey Y.
My friend and I tried CPK since everything else was closed at Bridgeport. I don't like pizza. I especially don't like pizzas that are overpriced. Therefore, I don't like CPK. Yes, yes. They serve other things such as pasta and other dishes but I don't like pastas as well. So why did I go here? (Read the first sentence.) Anyways, I tried CPK many times when I was living in CA. To be honest, their pizzas are not too bad; they are just too freaking small. Their Thai and BBQ Chicken pizzas are good. Don't get the California (Something) Pizza with avocado and bacon. It's literally a baked dough with salad on top of it. To me it's just another chain restaurant that is popular with big groups and families.
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Ryan A.
Two times here and pretty happy both times. The service is always good and the food is too. I was really happy with my pizza the first time I went here, but thought the one I got the second time wasn't quite as tasty. I think it was my poor choice though. I ate the whole thing, so I'm obviously not really complaining. You know how that goes . . . I'll save half the pizza for lunch tomorrow. Well, I could have just a piece out of that second half tonight. Hmmmm . . . there doesn't really seem to be any harm in eating another piece. Well how did that happen?? I only have one piece left? Well, I guess I have to finish it. As pizza places go, this one is pretty good. I think Papa Johns is the best pizza out there, though, so take my review with that in mind. Others have been better, but none of them seem to be consistent.
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Ellie S.
I really like this place, but they will not seat you in a booth unless you make a fuss when you arrive. The food here is very good and my favorite thing is something I never would have ordered had it not been for my daughter, Claire. It is the Thai Crunch Salad. Honestly, it is so good. It has so many ingredients that it would cost a mint to duplicate, but it is moderately priced. There are also many other really good choices! I really recommend this place.
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Marcie C.
Chicken club had chopped lettuce which kept falling out of the sandwich (try leaf lettuce CPK!). The bacon was overly smokey and truly dominated the flavor profile of the sandwich. Chicken was also chopped - I guess I expected slices or a flattened breast, not chunks that also fell out of the sandwich which I had to keep picking up and tucking back in. The pizza was fair. The kids meals are a pretty darn good deal / especially if you add a $1 dessert. Our waitress was very, very nice and attentive - but I can't remember her name!
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Kal C.
First off, it's next to a bunch of other restaurants that basically offer the same thing. Second, no place should EVER charge that much for noodles and sauce. I don't care what neighborhood it's in. I promise my spaghetti is better. Third, I ordered a pizza on regular crust and apparently there's "thin crust." I'm not sure if it's as flat as a tortilla because mine was already pretty flat. The bathroom needed serious attention. My pizza wasn't greasy and unhealthy. Somehow I ate the whole thing and left feeling great. It was light and perfect. Nothing new, nothing spectacular. However, the server was one of the best I've ever had. Very friendly and went above and beyond.
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Brian M.
Being recommended a lot from my wife's friend, like Kungpao Spaghetti. Because I was in a hurry for my lunch hour, i had to make it for the take-out and ate it just 10 minute later. It was still warm but instead, the noodle was undercooked, hard to eat in fact. Wondered that it's because of a take-out order? I ended up stoping eating halfway. Frankly, I don't think I'd like to try them again.
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Nam N.
its very rare that a ever eat at a chain restaurant and am just blown away. perhaps its the "cookie cutter" hospitality, style, food, what ever. though most spots are consistent - there rarely if ever is a wow factor in any aspects. CPK is no different than the rest. its a bit of a hard pill to swallow knowing that i can come here and pay $13 for a medium sized pizza - yet the frozen ones at the grocery store goes on sale for 2 for $10. or i can hit nightlife in nearly any major city and get a slice of pizza the size of a small baby for $3. or even go the pizza chain route and get any size any topping for just $10! i suppose - what it all comes down to is whatever tickles your pickle or floats your boat. i'd come here on a few occassions here and there to have something different to keep the taste buds happy but it wouldn't be an every week dining experience for me. i will however say that the red velvet cake w/ vanilla ice cream is one killer dessert. just not enough to say i'm a fan.
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Joseph H.
Okay, I'm sorry, but seriously, we need to knock these 5 star reviews down a peg. First off, the fried spring rolls were better than any of the pizza we ate. The pizza, which as I guessed is NO BETTER than the FROZEN california pizza found in the grocers section. Beware the suburbanite review! Comments to look for: "It's soo clean..." "the food is consistent" "the service was incredible!" Let me translate for the uninitiated. When someone mentions clean what they mean is that they only like to eat at franchise establishments that use the manufacturing process to run their eatery. Think of McDonald's, Olive Garden, Noah's Bagels. All of these are really clean places, but they hurt your soul with the food they serve. Consistency, see above paragraph. Just because burger king gets your whopper exactly right every time doesn't make it good. Service. Oh god. The clincher, many suburbanite mammals love it when they get their soda refilled before the glass is empty. They like being bothered during their meal like asking how the food is before you've had the first bite. Then the waiter comes by the table every five minutes to annoy you. Stepford wives are naturally insecure and they are drawn to this type of attention getting, besides it distracts from the meal. Bland. Boring. Frozen pizza. Get it while it's hot! Have these people not eaten real pizza in their life? Ken's Artisan, Tastebud, Dove Vivi, Appiza Scholls, Firehouse.... Come on people, get motivated! Take a drive and find out what real hand made pizza tastes like!
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Jason T.
This was my first time at a CPK and it will not be my last. While our server was bombarded with a large group and our small table, she managed to remain attentive, but not over bearing. The food was delicious and the menu has a variety of items on it. Well worth the trip, no wait and wonderful service.
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Jenny C.
Apparently this is where suburban tweens go to party. It's not like the entire restaurant is full of them, there's a fair amount of weary middle aged shoppers, young families, and annoyed city dwellers filling the tables as well. But as I found myself here for lunch during an afternoon of shopping at Bridgeport Village I had a hard time fathoming the idea that California Pizza Kitchen is as sacred to young females as the empty purses that they insist on swinging around (and darn near hitting the poor service staff with repeatedly). But you've got to hand it to CPK, their bright dining room, open kitchen, and extensive menu makes it's fair game for everyone. With a full page of pizza options flanked by salads, sandwiches, and pasta options it's not difficult to find at least one thing that might take your fancy for lunch or dinner. The White Pizza, one of the vegetarian options on the menu, was a nice blend of spinach, garlic, and cheeses on a thin crust. The blend of Mozzarella, Fontina, Ricotta, Parmesan and Pecorino Romano resulted in a slightly sweet flavor that paired well with the veggies, and unlike other pizzas out there, wasn't greasy in the least. Service is slow, but polite... almost to excess. I appreciate not having to wait long to get a table or a bit of honesty when things are backed up in the kitchen, but don't really need constant apologies to account for it... maybe that's just a character flaw on my part. Still, it's a super friendly atmosphere, and a great place to take break for a bit if you're in the area. If you consider splitting one of the new small plates and a nice pizza with a friend, you've got yourself a pretty delightful lunch without a major strain on your wallet. If I find myself out for another random day of shopping I'll definitely be back, because as it stacks up, this is one of the better spots in the Village to grab a meal... In fact, I'm fawning like a lovestruck twelve year old just thinking about it.
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Christine D.
Can I tell you how much I love pizza. So, consequently, I always want to have pizza in this place. You would think that I would actually do this. However, last night I had their Thai chicken salad. I only got the half order as the full order is huge and you must take it home with you. We also split a fudgy cake with ice cream oh my goodness that was delicious. They have a full bar which never disappoints. I'll be back again.
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Melisa V.
came here twice within the span of a week with two different friends who just happened to be in the area where it was most convenient for us to meet. both times the food and service were both good. first time was the Saturday after Thanksgiving and we were seated right away. shared a veggie pizza and small greens salad, which was more than enough for three people. I really liked that our server didn't try to persuade us to order more than we needed to. the following Friday I returned for lunch and ordered a small Thai salad. I didn't love the fact that the chicken was cold initially, but I really enjoyed my salad. next time I find myself in the Bridgeport area around lunch, I'll definitely return.
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Tam F.
Twas the day before Christmas, not a Jew in the house, all the family was shopping or napping on the couch. Okay, enough of this... I wanted to see a movie (Juno-it is great and a "must see"), and it happened to be in this shi-shi shopping center. Well, we were hungry and had been talking about pizza, so here we came. I am not the typical CPK eater, so it was a momentous occasion and one to be had on vacation. This has got to be the nicest CPK I have been to. Great waiter today and good food. We ordered 2 pizza's (mushroom and Santa Fe) on honey wheat crust. They were delicious. I was a happy girl!
(4)
John C.
Ordered the thin crust sicilian, it came out cold. I know they gave us one that was sitting around too long because the cheese was hard. Also ordered Chicken Fet. Alfredo but the waiter said "why don't you try this other cream based pasta" ended up not liking it. Just a bad experience from start to finish.
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Tabitha B.
I've been here several times to dine, and I've enjoyed each experience. The food is consistently tasty and fresh, with a menu that offers quite a few options. The restaurant has been clean and the service has been good. What I am here to shout from the hills, however, is how outstanding their catering department has been. Personally and professionally, I have worked with many caterers in the Portland area. Some were fun, memorable experiences, and some I will continue to curse and rave about on my deathbed. California Pizza Kitchen has the good caterer formula down: staff that are knowledgeable about the menu and process, staff that communicate directly with you without you having to turn into a stalker to get questions answered and confirmations given, packing of food that is both attractive and functional, and food that makes you look really good for picking it out. Our Christmas party for 60ish people ended with an almost perfect amount of food provided, raves all around and no problems. The prices were not bad - we did a lunch-like buffet for under $9.00 per person. The sandwiches were fantastic, full of flavor and not tasting like you picked it up off of a massive tray. Everybody liked the chunky guacamole and, of course, crazy-topped pizzas. I appreciate the extremely helpful callbacks I received from the staff to confirm my order and make sure we were taken care of. We may not have been their biggest or best catering order of the season, but they made us feel like it. It's people like them that make my job fun - we can actually enjoy the party!
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Julie S.
Having only tried their frozen pizza at the grocery store, and not being a fan, I was a little hesitant to try this place. But a friend was up from Corvallis and we didn't want the standard mall fare or Red Robin, so we headed to Bridgeport. I got the Jambalaya pasta and though it was a bit too spicy, I liked it. It didn't like me later when I ate the leftovers after work, but that's my own fault. Nice atmosphere, though it did seem like the people at the booth's around us could have heard every word of my conversation with my friend, even if we'd been whispering. May have to give their pizza's a chance, as they have to be better than the frozen ones.
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kristin e.
I've only been to various CPKs a handful of times in my lifetime and probably had pizza maybe 3 times max. Usually it's sandwiches or salad that I'll order. This past week, I've read some reviews from some of my favorite Yelpers talking about CPK's new moroccan chicken salad and thought I should do the same since I had it a few days ago as well. I was in the mood for something light (especially after watching The Hangover) and figured that this salad would fit the bill (turns out it's one of the most relatively healthiest items on the menu). A half size salad was still freaking huge (I'm kinda scared to see what a full size looks like)--couldn't eat it all but it was chock full of all sorts of delicious goodies: medjoool dates, BEETS, cranberries, almonds, avocado and roasted butternut squash pieces! Best of all, it didn't leave me feeling heavy afterward...That's what dessert is for ;)
(4)
Shane S.
Went here on my birthday and had dinner. (Not on purpose, just ended up there after a day of shopping & movies.) The pizza is pretty good, and the drinks were yummy. A little high priced for what it is (pizza & salad guys, come on)! Busy busy busy though. Not sure if it's because Oregon hasn't always had CPK or if it's just located in the perfect place. We've stopped in for beers & appetizers before at the bar, which were cheap and a quick bite before a movie. I'm sure we'll be back sometime soon.
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Kathleen B.
I do not understand this restaurant, or restaurants like it. I must be in the minority, because places like this seem always to be busy. It's like the Cheesecake Factory; you wait, get seated at some cheesy booth with fancy lights overhead, try to make your way through a phonebook style menu, half-heartedly order something, get way too much food, and end up paying more money than you really want. This is in that vein. It's one of those places I sometimes get roped into going with a group. The menu is big, which means they don't do anything all that well. Of anything, a place with "Pizza" in its name should do pizza well, but I don't even think their pizza is good. It's way overpriced for what it is, which is mediocre. Last time we went, the pizza was super underdone in the middle. Their salads are fine but again, twelve or thirteen dollars for a salad? I don't understand how they charge what they do. Save yourself the upselling; order a Bellagio's pizza with salad, turn on some 30-Rock and get ready for a really quality evening.
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Pete K.
Our appetizer "bang bang shrimp" came out a little late but tasted amazing. The manager without u's even complaining said he noticed the time to get it out was a little long and he said it would be on the house. Wow! It was also a new addition to the menu and it tasted amazing. Just the right flavors. The situation was handled so well. The four chest ravioli had a perfect balance of flavors. I would come here again!
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Michelle H.
Back when I lived in Hawaii, I used to go here for the pizza because their pizza selection at the time was even more unique than it is now, and it might have been a regional thing, but they had a really wierd-sounding , but good, duck pizza. Now the pizzas served here sound so typical, boooooooring, and definitely not worth the the price. The salads, however are quite unique and good. I used to order their good old chopped salad regularly when I lived in Hawaii, and also waaaaaaayyy back when they had a location in NW Portland. This was years ago, but they did have a restaurant in the Nob Hill area for a period of time. . Since then, I have been turned on to CPK's wonderful Cobb salad (with the optional beets, and sometimes the BBQ version), and it has become my new favorite. The Thai Crunch salad is my husband's favorite, but we also love the Chinese Chicken Salad and Miso Seafood salad. All of the salads we have tried are just bursting with flavor, crunchy toppings, and super fresh ingredients. An added perk is that you can order on line and have your order ready at a specific time for pickup. Being that I work in the area, I find this service to be really convenient, and I have even used it to pick up dinner to take home. Hubby and I do not like eating inside the restaurant very much. The hostesses are kind of snobbish and the service is decent, but seemingly pretentious, as is the clientele. Also, being that we live in NE Portland, it's not like we want to purposely drive all the way back down to Bridgeport Village on the weekend to dine out. We'd rather stay in the Portland area on the weekend. So...it makes more sense that I use CPK's convenient on line service to pick up a weekday lunch to take back to my office, or take home after work. I would give CPK four stars for the quality and taste of the food and the on line ordering perk, but due to the somewhat snobbish service and uppity clientele, I think it deserves three stars. The guys and ladies at the to-go window are quite friendly, however.
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John I.
I'm giving this place 2 stars in order to be objective. CPK has been around a long time, and having eaten there in L.A. in the good old days I can't say they've gotten better. Sadly the food got worse, and more expensive. It's a trendy concept place like a Planet Hollywood, and as for pizza we have much better choices here in Portland. If you want a fun and upscale place, you can go to the Cheesecake Factory in Beaverton to get Thai Chicken Pasta and a fruity drink if that's your taste that day. I ate at this CPK three times in the last year, and each time it failed to bring the goods. I think that's why there is only one is the whole state, because it's just not that good like in the early 90's. When in bridgeport you can go to PF Changs or Sinju to get a quality meal.
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Eric T.
Pizza is good but you get really small portions and way overpriced. I only go here if I get a free gift card from work.
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Ann K.
Date Visited: Sunday 3/16/08 (Lunch) I don't remember the last time I went to CPK, but I've always loved the restaurant and the fact that they have my Tostada Pizza. While Eric C. and others may scoff at this being a pizza, it IS a pizza and it is WONDERFUL. I don't know where I left my appetite, but I didn't have a big one. I nearly opted to just get a bowl of soup, but since it's been AGES since I had my Tostada Pizza, I just had to order it...right? If you don't know what a Tostada Pizza is, let me fill you in. It's pizza dough (thus being a pizza!) with refried beans, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, some green bits (cilantro?), tortilla strips, and a garlic-ranch type of sauce on top. It's warm on the bottom and cold on top. You definitely start to eat your slice with a fork and then usually end up eating the crust with your hands. The restaurant is located on the far end of BridgePort village (near Macaroni Grill and McCormick & Schmick's) where parking can be difficult. I hate the revolving door, but that's another story. The restaurant is spacious and each server's tag indicates their name and the state where they're from. Today, we had David from New Jersey. He forgot the bread and butter before our pizzas, but he made sure we always had something to drink. Oh well. Are there other pizza joints with better pizza? Yeh....but do they have a Tostada Pizza?? NO.
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brian c.
Come on everybody. Pizza are small and expensive. They lack that great pizza taste. My family is from Italy and I know good pizza. I rather have papa johns the cpk. Save your time and money. The atmosphere is just cheap. You may like this pizza when you haven't had great pizza to compare it to. Its just not that good.
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Rebecca D.
Their Moroccan chicken salad is my favorite! The wait staff is very accommodating. There is coloring and crayons for the kiddies. My son is a meat eater. Hopefully they will add some sliders to their kids meal since they quit serving my kids favorite hamburger pizza.
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Amanda F.
I am employee at pre-fab Village (some call it Bridgeport) and, although I never buy the food (or much else) here, I have broken down and bought CPK twice. The first time I bought the Jamaican Jerk Pizza because I was allured by the promise of bacon and Jerk spices. While there was bacon and spices, both were drowned out by a sticky sweet sauce of some kind. This pizza was also pretty small for two people and I had to make a salad to go with it once I got it home. They do have an almost overwhelming variety of pizza to choose from I just don't think I made the optimal choice. Today, however, I ordered a grilled veggie salad with chicken and it totally hit the spot. Unfortunately, it also hit my wallet at almost fourteen bucks for a HALF order. I am reminded why I always bring my food from home but this place gets a few stars for a friendly staff, quick service, and pretty decent grub.
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Nicole P.
One of my favorite restaurants! It has a great ambiance and fantastic food. Some of the waiters/waitresses can be slow, so your enjoyment of the place may depend on that. On a side note: order the spinach artichoke pizza thin crust! Put some chalula sauce on it and it's so good!!!
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Laura H.
Standard CPK fare, which varies little from location to location but this one has the worst service ever! The service is usually slow and something that is a major pet peeve of mine...the servers usually always bring the bill to the table before we are finished eating?? This is considered very rude by most people and I wish they would stop it. I probably won't return.
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Carmen M.
One of those places you can go with your boyfriend to and it feels like a date getting some drinks, having a pizza and some lettuce wraps and then go to a movie afterwards. And yet also a great place to take your kids and they can have a great bowl of hot mac n' cheese and a drink all for less than what you'd pay for a Happy Meal. Service is great and the big secret here is if there's a long wait, just hop on over to seating at the bar and there's no wait to sit there. The host doesn't always tell you that but it's a great way to just get a spot to eat. If you are catching a movie, let them know and they will put in your order quickly. As far as drinks, try the Sunset Surprise, so yummy and you won't even know that you're drinking alcohol! Great place and yummy pizza! If you're ordering the BLT, it's not a sandwich, it's BLT on a pizza! Enjoy!
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Skylar L.
I like the food, but it's so expensive. A half Mediterranean salad with tip was over $10. It was tasty -- although the 'pita' bread is nothing of the kind. Still, the service at the bar was fast and attentive and gave me the perfect opportunity to read my book and fill my stomach.
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Kimberly K.
I am never disappointed by the food here, even if there is a wait. Excellent salads, pasta and pizza, unique combos that you can't find at other Portland restaurants. Service is always friendly and attentive and they treat my girls like queens. For kids, they have the BEST "mac and cheese" in the form of cheesed fusilli - delicious! This is my favorite restaurant in Bridgeport.
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Trang T.
I ate a whole pizza by myself. 'Nuff Said.
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Elizabeth E.
I could eat here another five times and still not finish trying everything on the menu that looks perfectly delectable. Afterall, my Mango Tandori Pizza was just amazing so I'm sure the other menu-items will live up to my expectations. The lemonade is also nice and tart (which is a huge plus as far as I'm concerned). While this is quite the chain restaurant (which doesn't usually hold a lot of appeal for me), the atmosphere feels distinctly Portland. There is an understated sophistication and classiness to the atmosphere which is set in a large, open space with windows and some outdoor seating. The restaurant itself is bright, warm and very friendly--and our server was perfect in all respects: helpful suggestions, attentive without hovering, and very nice. Portions are large, so bring a friend to share, order half-sizes or be ready to take it home with you. Parking can also be a trick, but it is worth a visit!
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Rebecca W.
It was about 10 years since the last time I ate at the California Pizza Kitchen. I just remember loving the pizza I had ordered all those years ago and had been meaning to return for some time. The atmosphere was very casual inside. The noise level was not too bad. The menu was large and had lots to choose from. My husband cracked me up when he suggested we share a pizza. I guess he figured a $12.00 pizza would be big enough for two. I would normally agree, but knew from my last visit that each pizza was a personal size pizza....for one. Yes, $12.00 for a small pizza barely enough to fill the belly of a hungry adult. Yikes! This got me thinking. Why is it that we always get suckered into eating at this places where they charge outrageous prices for food we know we could get elsewhere much cheaper...or better yet, make ourselves. But, we go anyway, and pay nearly $60.00 for enough pizza and non-alcoholic drinks to feed two adults and 2 children. I think we get caught up in the moment. It seems like the perfect way to fill in our day, being waited on, chatting with friends and family, not having to clean up afterwards...then the bill comes and you wonder "Was it really worth it?" Well, the answer to that question usually directly relates to how much money I have in the bank account. Alas, the experience was great. We had to kindest waitress take our orders. She was thorough, attentive, and patient. When my pizza came out I saw there were onions on it, which I hate. I muttered a sigh of disappointment and scolded myself for not having read the menu better. The waitress heard my disappointment and insisted on having a new pizza cooked up for me. I refused at first, feeling quite bad, knowing it was my own fault. But she wasn't willing to give in that easily. She insisted on bringing me a pizza that was to my liking and told me she'd have it out in about 6 minutes. True to her word, she returned about 6 minutes later with a brand new pizza just the way I wanted it. She did this all with a smile and positive attitude. So maybe we were getting our money's worth...maybe. The pizza was good, but if I am going to spend this much on pizza I would much rather go to Hot Lips Pizza in downtown Portland. I really can't seem to justify the cost for the product; I mean, it's PIZZA; dough, cheese, a few toppings...really nothing expensive. So why are we paying so much for it? It seems a bit crazy. Certainly couldn't complain about anything other than the price. Great staff, great food, and a comfy atmosphere. I think we'll go back....but next time we are ordering just water for drinks. Got to cut back on that bill!! I give this place 5 stars for their staff, 4 for their food, and 1 for their prices....I think I'll round that out to an overall average of 3stars.
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J B.
So my wife and I used to eat here ALL of the time. Now that we have a family, it's a bit of a trek so we don't frequent as often. The problem is that, since the company was bought out, its seems as though the food quality is slipping a bit. I ordered a Waldorf Salad that was downright awful (zero flavor). I had them remake it, and it still wasn't good. The Thai Pizza was just OK for the first time since I've been there. Maybe my tastebuds were off, but it just didn't seem that good. Service is, however, consistently good which is a big plus when you have children that are wreaking havok.
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KP P.
We waited for more than 20 minutes for somene to take our order until we left..we even asked another waiter to help us find ours and nothing. While we were leaving we told the manager whose response was "oh really sorry." What a terrible place. Fyi the place was not empty and there were plenty of waiters milling around
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Amy A.
This is on my list of "okay" places to get pizza in the area. We dined at about seven in the evening, and though they weren't particularly busy at the time (but had plenty staff) it took a while for someone to notice us-we almost sat ourselves because we weren't sure! The resturant is clean and attractive, and our waiter was nice, though not particularly attentive-he seemed distracted most of the time. Always ready to try new things, we ordered the Sesame Chicken Ginger Dumplings as our appetizer. Big Mistake. We were expecting something along the lines of the fabulous crab and shrimp wontons found at McGrath's or PF Changs, but no such luck. These are more like potstickers, and since they weren't especially hot, the texture was like eating room temp raw fish, thus inspiring a gag reflex. My husband almost lost it at the table. Maybe some people like this kind of thing, so good for them-but we'll definitely stick with something sure-fire like hummus next time. The bread that came with the meal was just ho-hum not-very-fresh sourdough-the real touch of Italy...er, California I guess. We ordered the Goat Cheese with Roasted Pepper Pizza with smoked applewood bacon as our entree. Overall it was good, the bacon was crispy, and they remembered to leave the sauteed onions off half. There was more Japanese eggplant than we expected, and not quite as much goat cheese as the name would imply, but the pizza as a whole was satisfactory.
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shal p.
I must have been living under a rock, cause I've had never been to CPK before this... I will not be going back. The server was very nice but the pizza was not. EWW! I had the BBQ chicken pizza which is apparently what made them famous, the bbq sauce was soooo sweet, and I feel sick just thinking about it. The crust was slightly sweet and not bad, but I will not be going back.
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sanjar a.
The best vegetarian pizza in Portland!!! I am not kidding: Japanese eggplant pizza on THIN crust with GOAT cheese. Order this and you will be a fan. Also try barley soup. Everything else is tolerable. If ordering salads mention not to put too much sauce - they always put too much
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Tiffanie S.
They have so many different kinds of pizza it's a little overwhelming to pick just one. They are all so good. We did take out so I can't comment on the waiters but the take out people were really cool and even gave us free soda while we waited for our order. All the food was excellent and I would definitely go back there again. It does suck that there isn't one closer to my apartment.
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Arun R.
I go to the CPK in Bridgeport mall for their awesome Belgian Chocolate Souffle cake. The food is great too. But its this dessert that makes me want to go there again.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Garage, Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Susan C.
Tip: get gift cards from Costco. 20% off! Another great salad, then a down right awful movie, American Mistress, at Regal. Wish we had just stayed for dessert and skipped the flick!
(4)Mark B.
This place really makes me wish for half stars. It is to good for A-OK but I am just not quite a fan. The food is good, even very good in some cases. Service is good and fairly fast. Usually by cute people in their twenties or so. The food is of course centered on pizza. Made on a tasty bready thin Pizza which is quite tasty and always cooked perfect for me. Also on the menu are soup, salads, entrees, my parents love the cedar plank salmon. They also have deserts some are seasonal like the strawberry shortcake. Prices are OK and the decor is bright and modern. In nice weather you can sit outside, they even have those directional heaters out there. The place feels like it should be a four star. I think the real reason I give it three instead is that it feels institutional, while they smile and say the right things, the servers seem in a hurry. I don't think this is the servers fault as it has been the same since they opened and at other branches I have been to, I think it is that servers have to big an area to serve. I have also noticed servers don't seem to last long, I am here every couple of months and the staff always seems new. Also everything is just so like you could be anywhere, no real personality to the restaurant. In all I think at the prices they charge they should be doing better at these things. Don't get me wrong I really like the BBQ chicken pizza and I will be back but the place is at the bottom end of my list of favorites. . This mall gets popular so parking can be a challenge that an the location of the restaurant means you will probably have a bit of a walk to get here.
(3)Steele C.
I always enjoy CPK. I like the fact you can pick up food to go easily or eat in the restaurant with out waiting too long. The mix of food is good. Some of the type of dishes they have come in many forms. They make take the Thai flavor for example and put it pasta, pizza, and salad forms. I do enjoy the food. Another thing about this place...I am lactose intolerant but the fact that they do not over cheese their pizzas really allows me to enjoy the food without being sick later...Thank you CPK. This last time I was there the server with the name Kyle was awesome. He was very genuine, kind and friendly. Something you really do not see that often. Next time I will ask to be in his section. I would go back.
(4)Joan F.
Sometimes the family just doesn't share my longing for adventures in food, and I find myself at a restaurant like California Pizza Kitchen. It's well done meh. Tonight I tried the fish tacos--grilled not panko-ed. I liked the cabbage; I like the mahi mahi. The proportions were off--too much cabbage, which overwhelmed the fish. There was a spicy 1000 island dressing involved, too, but not in a good way. The tortillas were chilled, which may have saved prep time, but cold tortillas didn't enhance the meh mahi mahi. The Thai Crunch salad is improved with warmed grilled chicken instead of the chilled chunked chicken (say that fast three times). No complaints here--their salads are solid. Add a star if you stick with the salads. The pepperoni pizza is also in their wheel house--my son devoured it after his 2 hour lacrosse practice (go, Aardvarks!). The three tortilla spring rolls order was a case of poor judgment and more meh. My husband didn't finish it, but our lacrosse player earned a few assists. The service was fine; the restaurant was busy. I just don't like it. Pity we were here, especially when Yelp pointed me to more interesting fare within 10 minutes of CPK. $80 for four is a lot to pay for mediocre food.
(3)Jordan S.
7pm on a Monday night. My friend and I come in for some coffee and an order of delicious butter cake with ice cream. We seated quickly in Jason's section. He was attentive and seemed to really care about our experience. The coffee was fresh and dessert was 5-star. We will definitely be back and will request to sit in his section! Thanks Jason!
(5)Tim S.
California pizza kitchen has great, tasty pizzas. Whenever I'm in the area I come here because of their variety. I love/ recommend the spicy chicken pizza! Only complaint if any from our last visit was the server. He was very "calm" and talked very slow... Like he was in another dimension or something. Other than that everything was pleasant!
(4)Kristine Y.
Came in for lunch today. Very bright and lively interior, liked the pizza oven with the yellow tiles. We shared a pizza, 1/2 white pizza with bacon added and 1/2 California whatever-its-called. He was fond of the white pizza with the ricotta cheese and simplicity of ingredients. I enjoyed the Cali blend pizza with the salad "on top" and avocado slices. It was a bit of different take on pizza - but the crust was pretty good, the chicken pieces were nice white meat and seasoned well. Overall, good dining experience. It was nice to have been offered bread and olive oil prior to our pizza. Attentive server who brought things right out. He didn't like the complimentary bread - to hard and crunchy/chewy. I found it ok. A fairly quick lunch with many options. I wouldn't order those pizza options again - but good for a one timer.
(4)Timothy C.
Great service with disappointing salads. Would have spent much more summer time here, but the salads have really plummeted in quality. :(
(2)Andres C.
Nice place. The waiter kinda creepy but nice. The thin pizzas really good! Better inside than outside.
(3)JavierBea M.
We had the western rolls, delicious! Unfortunately our salad came with a topping we didn't want (Hair). Notified the manager, she apologized and removed the salad cost from our bill. Please more supervision at the kitchen !!
(2)Emily S.
Our server was amazing. She had a great smile, was very helpful and personable but the food and prices were the best. Their pizzas are way too small and their is no size choice and too much $ for the size same with their drinks.. And it wasn't amazing tasting either just OK.
(3)Chris M.
Food is like every one of their chains. But Brittany our server and the manager, Surin, went above and beyond to help out because of my food allergy. Thanks guys!
(5)Steven O.
I love this place, I go here all the time, and I'm pretty sure the entire staff knows us by heart as they often know exactly what we're going to order. The avocado club egg roles are amazing and are a sure order for an appetizer. The menu has good variety and the quality is pretty good. I love the staff here and they are always friendly and helpful.
(4)Katie R.
It's been years since I have been here, so apparently they have updated the menu and it looks amazing. Ingridients seem to be more fresh, and the service at this particular location was top notch. I especially loved the large variety of salads and other light choices. Usually a restaurant will have their salad section and I can pick maybe one I actually want. Here? Ummm all of them. In my mouth. Now. That's even before we get into the pizza options. My friend got the meat lovers and the California Pizza Kitchen version has to be the most legit topping portion sizing I have ever seen for this typical style. Actual long and thin slices of ham that are delicately layered between the pepporni and sausage. Is it possible for a pizza to look pretty? Because, seriously. It has the Cheesecake Factory effect: A little bit of everything. So it's hard to make a choice, but it's hard to lose.
(4)Audrea H.
Huge pizza! Plenty for two or even three. Service was friendly and attentive. Pizza had great flavor and was nice and crispy. The jambalaya pasta was very good, just enough spice and plenty of meat. Martini was yummy. Wait wasn't too bad, especially for a Saturday might. Enjoyed our visit, we will be back.
(4)Beth D.
Another great meal at CPK. We're never disappointed with anything from this establishment. I requested a special drink (chocolate martini) and although it wasn't on the menu they made me something similar that was equally as delicious. Great Caesar salad and amazing thin crust Artichoke and Spinach pizza with added chicken. Don't forget to get the Salted Caramel Pudding for dessert. It's unbelievably amazing! Finally our server Fox was so nice and personable. I could tell she was busy but still took great care of us. If you like CPK and appreciate great service, ask for Fox.
(5)Benjamin K.
My first time eating here and most definitely my last time eating here! Not five minutes after we were seated we had our conversation cut short as one of the employees rudely started vacuuming right by our table and continued to vacumm loudly for another ten minutes before one of the servers came over to take our order. Maybe the employee was bored because it was a slow night? there seemed to be only 4 other people in the restaurant eating, and the carpet wasn't even dirty. The pizza I had ordered was a tostada pizza and when brought out to us and put in front of me, I had noticed that: 1. It had not been cut and the only utensils I had to cut the pizza was a dull knife. 2. The edges were very crispy but the rest of the pizza was a wet, gooey mess and had not been cooked properly. When I mentioned this to the server she apologized and was very sweet about taking care of the problem, she brought us out a desert to compensate and took the pizza off the bill. The server Ariel was awesome but the food did put me off from going back there.
(1)Yancy L.
My wife & I had a fantastic dinner thanks to great food, relaxing atmosphere & a phenomenal server! Lamar truly provided world class service through his attentive & engaging manner. He got to know us & made good recommendations. Please give Lamar a raise or promotion or both! Thanks buddy!
(5)Jeff R.
Been a long time since we had been here. Love their BBQ chicken salad and the pizzas are decent. It was clean and the service was great.
(3)Joseph '.
We have been coming here for years. The parking nearby can be challenging around 4-6pm, but they do have a parking garage not too far for Bridgeport. The food is great, staff is usually friendly, and it's nice, clean restaurant. I do recommend the Avocado Egg Rolls!
(5)Kelsey R.
Good pizza if you like chain restaurants! I love getting the white sauce on my pizzas. The BBQ chicken is good as well! Always delivers good quality food to your table.
(3)Melissa L.
Came here for lunch on the fourth - had the California club pizza which was more than enough to share with a friend for lunch. The place is a bit pricey, but the individual pizzas are more than enough to share. I'd probably come back.
(3)Ric B.
CPK has a good consistency everywhere I try it in the world, if it's in Japan, Guam, the Philippines or here in the Mainland U.S. I always order the pepperoni supremo and I know it sounds weird bit I ask for a bit of honey a and I drizzle a but on the pizza to give it the savory sweet! I recommend you try it if you are into that! Also you can't go wrong with the Thai crunch salad and the portobello ravioli!
(4)Ken W.
Visited PDX California Pizza Kitchen after having visited others. The pear and gorgonzola salad was excellent, as were the individual pizzas. Service was attentive and helpful. The design of the restaurant makes the noise level quite high, but that comes with the territory with this kind of restaurant.
(3)Jennifer H.
Love this place. Amazing salads (U-MAZ-ING) and the pizza is super yum. Love the "try it guarantee", try something new and if you don't like it, they will replace it no questions asked... I can be a little more adventures, this is a big deal for me since I struggle to make decisions with regaurd to food. After all, every single meal I eat could be my last, so it's important for it to "hit the spot". Service is always stellar. They loose one star for being a chain ( I don't usually like chains) I make and exception for Chevy's and CPK).
(4)Katie W.
Horrible pizza! Had the gluten free margarita and can honestly say this is the worst pizza I've ever had, and I have had some amazing gluten free pizzas. For the price, and the hassle it takes to park at Bridgeport and come here... I wish I could give CPK zero stars. Sorry guys.
(1)John L.
It's close by and the food is consistently decent. It gets a little busy at peak times but can host a large group. We come here quite frequently last minute. We also cater quite frequently when having parties. They only need about an hour or two to prepare for catering menus. The parking is not the greatest, although they have separate private lot, it is very crowded and veyr difficult at times. Go to the garage on the west side of Bridgeport at peak times.
(4)Holly C.
Came here because I was wanting pizza but didnt want to cook it at home. Plus it was nice to get out of the house. We ordered the meat pizza and the habanero pork pizza, Plus an order of the avocado egg rolls. The egg rolls were good. My husband loved them. I liked them too. The pizza was great and the habanero pizza had a good kick without being too hot. We had left overs but I accidentally left them at the table. I prefer Pizzicato over CPK when it comes to the actual pizza.
(3)K K.
This review is for service. The staff = awesome. Always nice, professional and genuine (i know its for the tips, but they sell it well). I especially like their curbside service, they always get the food out to my car before I even have a chance to call in and tell them that I'm there.
(5)Shannon H.
Food is great, but this location needs a little work on their wait staff quality. Our waitress seemed new and inexperienced. On another occasion when we came back for a glass of wine, we were given our initial glasses at the bar and no one checked on us again for about 45 minutes, long after our glasses were empty. The food is good, but the half-size portion of the BBQ chicken chopped salad seems a lot smaller than I remember.
(3)Mikhail H.
I had never been to a California Pizza Kitchen before and went here for lunch with co workers. Honestly, I am just not really a pizza person so I was pretty skeptical. I was so happy to see that they not just have alternatives to pizza but some pretty incredible sandwiches and salads. I was very impressed with the service as well since our food came up fast and our waiter was very attentive even with how busy it was due to the lunch hour and such.
(4)Justin T.
I have always had a good experience with food and service here.. But it's obviously gone down hill.. The chicken in the salads is gross and watery... One that we ordered had a hair in it.. The pizzas are good though that's why I'm giving it a 3
(3)Claire V.
I really love California Pizza Kitchen. I know it's a big chain, but their food is amazing, especially the divine Thai peanut salad which is crunchy, salty and creamy. Mmmm. Last time I tried their caramelized peach salad which is a close second for amazing salads, with what must be at least two whole peaches. Fantastic.
(4)Sara H.
Seeing the reviews talking about decent or poor service makes me go "wtf." My husband and I went and had spectacular service. The food was great, but I had a hair in my Kung Pao Spaghetti. Normally this would cause me to knock off at least a star (in the event they gave us a new plate and didn't charge for the dish), but they replaced it AND comped us our whole meal, which earned them their 5th star back. The service was great and our waitress was great. Aside from the hair, which was not present in my second plate of Kung Pao Spaghetti, the food was also excellent (my husband had the Original BBQ Chicken + Bacon Pizza). We were very happy and will go again.
(5)John E.
I walked in here not expecting much. It was snowing and a group from work decided to let traffic clear out before attempting the drive home. So, dinner by committee is usually a disaster waiting to happen and when the consensus opted for California Pizza Kitchen I was convinced that it would be an epic fail. Off we shuffled through the snow in shoes not suited to conditions, clothing not suited to conditions and pretty much a surly attitude all the way around at our predicament. I was thinking that the poor server was going to be eaten alive. We filed into the revolving door to be met by a welcoming smile of a hostess who seated us immediately in a large both, in the back, near the bathrooms. Usually a bad sign and one that guarantees your server will overlook you. I was surprised by the menu, it had far more options that just pizza on it, and while it all looked a bit tempting these people are known for pizza and I was determined not to be distracted by that. I decided on the All White Pizza with many cheeses including fontina and ricotta, garlic and spinach. The server asked if I wanted crumbled applewood smoked bacon on it. I responded, "Then it wouldn't be a white pizza now would it?" But come on, who can say no to bacon unless you are a devoted vegetarian or 9th level vegan who refuses to eat anything that ever cast a shadow. So I went with the bacon. Our server was great, he was quick on the refills, never forgot about us and served the pizzas very quickly. It was impressive to watch him scurry about the place like a squirrel on speed. The pizza was, and I cannot believe I am saying this, really quite good. The crust was average, I would say if they were to work on the crust it could be amazing, but they don't, so it isn't. The ricotta makes the pizza along with the garlic. Bacon was a nice addition, but really unneeded. So I was surprised by the quality of the toppings. Downside was the price was a little out there for my tastes. If I could I would give 3.5 stars, and usually I don't like people splitting hairs with half stars but in this case I was really torn on three or four stars. All in all I had to go down just for the price. Back to the office we trudged through the white blanket of snow on the ground to spend hours in our cars getting home, but at least we were never hungry!
(3)Kyle F.
Horrible. I will never be coming here again. I ordered take out and this is what happened. 1) The waiter gave me incorrect change, so I paid $30 for a $23 meal. 2) When I got home I opened my pizza box. The pizza I ordered was the original BBQ chicken, which cpk should be pros at making. The pizza came on a crust that was as thin as I've ever seen. It looked like a cracker. I did not order thin crust, and original BBQ does not come on thin crust. The pizza was not even remotely warm and looked like it had been sitting for an hour. Even after I heated the pizza up, it was less than mediocre. I should have gone to Pizza Schmizza.
(1)Kolten L.
Impressed with their pizza selection- the descriptions alone made my mouth water. Pizza was great but the real winner of my visit was the Butter Cake for dessert. Holy $#*%! So good!
(5)Mike B.
After seeing a movie at Bridgeport Regal, we wanted a little coffee and dessert. CPK was right up the way, so that is where we went. Having just gorged on two boxes of candy at the theater, I simply wanted coffee (besides, I knew my three companions would each order something different and would allow me to assist them!) My partner had their tiramisu, our companions had their butter cake and red velvet cake. Being able to nibble on each of theirs, I couldn't decide which was better. All three were decadent, delicious, and delectable! You can't go wrong with any of them. Our waitstaff was engaging, and friendly and indulged our one companion with his relentless questions with ease and candor! We were there late and stayed until after they stopped letting customers in, but it was nice to have a place to go nearby for coffee and sweets after a movie.
(4)Avery M.
The place is a classy venue, the service is decent and the good is decent. If you're looking for amazing pizza this isn't your place. I would recommend still going here though. The pizza IS fairly decent and their appetizers are good. I say it's a 'go check out' caliber restaurant
(3)Scott N.
Bridgeport's California Pizza Kitchen is one bright restaurant both inside and out. At CPK diners have a choice of sitting at a table, a booth, a counter facing the pizza oven, or out on the patio. California Pizza Kitchen is a very comfortable restaurant not matter where you chose to dine. Service, as mentioned earlier is corporate but they still do a good job of looking after you. The menu as well as the wine list is immense. Pizza gets top billing but California Pizza Kitchen offers a multitude of entrees. Among the offerings are pastas, salads, tacos, and sandwiches. California Pizza Kitchen is a wonderful place to go for a salad. The salad selections run the gamut from Classic Caesar to Caramelized Peach. Half orders are available and you can add meat to your salad for an extra charge. California Pizza Kitchen serves a pizza that is a genre in and of itself. It's an individual thin crust pizza with gourmet toppings. How does a BLT pizza sound to you? Let me tell you, it's scrumptious! California Pizza Kitchen helped make the BBQ Chicken Pizza famous. If you served pizza like this in New York or Chicago it would probably be considered sacrilege. However, this is California style so why not have some fun with the toppings? On my visited I sampled the Sicilian pizza. My Sicilian consisted of gourmet Italian salami and a spicy marinara sauce. A Sicilian pie washed down with a Samuel Adams is about all I need to be happy in life. I think you'll be happy and satisfied too as you dine at Bridgeport Village's California Pizza Kitchen.
(4)Julie T.
I have always loved the salads at CPK but the Bridgeport Village location has the best service hands down. Three times in a row we had exceptional service and the 1/2 size salads are a meal in themselves.
(5)Eric H.
I'm a man that goes for quantity. I get disappointed when I get a 13 dollar pizza and get six small slices. Especially when I wanted to share it with my girlfriend. 3 small slices isn't going to fill me. The pizza is definitely good though.
(3)Jen K.
I'm glad they've strayed from their primary directive, pizza, because over time I've decided I prefer their salads and pasta dishes. The pizza is adequate, but not something that inspires any strong memories or a desire to return. I've ordered the BBQ Chicken, Thai Chicken and Sweet & Spicy Sausage with Peppers and they are all sabotaged by a bland crust. The BBQ chicken chopped salad is good, but I prefer the version served at Paradise Bakery just down the street. For pasta, my friend turned me onto their Kung Pao Spaghetti, which has a nice amount of zing. Service is corporate and fine. I've never been to this location when they aren't terribly busy and parking in this part of Bridgeport is pretty much insane. They do have a patio for outdoor dining in the summer months.
(3)Sean G.
Ryan was our manager and Alyssa was our server. Food was great. The service was also amazing. Our server and manager apologized for our appetizers taking to long. They came out and apologize about it taking to long. I didn't notice but is also my first time here. They took care of us! I will be back. Now i know why all my friends talk this place up!
(5)Kellene C.
Our recent visit to CPK at Bridgeport was one of my worst dining experiences ever. For starters when we arrived we were seated in a booth next to a family with a screaming baby when there were many other tables available throughout the restaurant. We asked to be seated outside instead and were taken to the patio dining area. we were told the only seating available outside was the couch to which we said fine. So once we were seated at the couch table the table was still dirty with several kernels of corn and grease smears on the table. I asked that someone clean the table pointing out the corn. The rude hostess said "oh is that all", we should have just left. We placed our drink orders, 3 iced tea with lemon. The tea arrived with 1 or 2 cubes of ice and no sweetener. When asked to bring sweetener we were told it would be a few minutes???? really??? We placed our order for 3 salads and a pizza. Food took about 30 minutes which was fine but when it came we had no silverware and again had to ask for it, waited another 10 minutes for that to come, no refills offered on tea so we asked for refills and an extra glass of ice. Refills and ice were never delivered. we ate our food and asked for the check. We will never go back and will not recommend this restaurant. Terrible service.
(1)Abigail A.
I went to California Pizza Kitchen with a friend for lunch before going to a movie at Bridgeport. I haven't heard much about them but figured it was about time I try them! The service was fine and fast, which was good because we were on a short timeline before the movie started. The food was fine, but I did not think the price justified what we got. I was frankly quite surprised at how expensive the food was considering it didn't seem to be anything terribly unique or special. I wouldn't go back on my own, but would go back if a friend insisted they wanted to go there.
(3)Mike K.
CPK seems to get something of a bad rap in Portland...maybe it's because California is part of the name, or because it's a big chain of restaurants, or because they seem to be placed around shopping malls, or maybe all three. But if I just think about the food itself, nothing else, it's pretty good. I think their thin crust pizza is just right, and there are enough varieties to be interesting. I'm impressed by their salads too. I also like that they have a decent wine selection, and that you can get a 3 oz. or 6 oz. glass depending on how you're feeling (at most restaurants your only option is a 5 oz. glass). Their service is spot-on, attentive but not annoying. So why only three stars? The main reason would be the price. Yes, the food is good but there are so many good options in this town that are so much cheaper. It also tends to be very bright and noisy in the dining room, and I'm not a big fan of either one. And here's the grumpy old man in me coming out, but does everyone with kids have to take them to the most expensive pizza in town? The place was crawling with them, and I understand they have a right to be there but I would've expected fewer kids at CPK than, say, Abby's or Chuck E. Cheese...not so. Anyway, I do enjoy the food at CPK, which is the most important (but not the only) thing.
(3)Seth F.
since my last review iv been back alot and those fish tacos are soo good. make sure when you get them always get avocado. had some pizza there i think it was the cali club but its just not my thing. i only really like new york style pizza. so im not saying the pizza here is bad its just not my thing so you might like it. since i only get the fish tacos here i dont go here as much but CPK is great. it looks like they got some other good sandwiches but they don't got fries and eatin chips or salad with a good sandwich is a slap in my face lol another funny thing is iv seen lots of blazers players here so you know its good
(5)Arinda P.
Their jambalaya pasta is pretty good! I'm sure there is better out there, but this isn't bad for a chain restaurant. The hostess' aren't very friendly, nor are you seated in a timely fashion. If you don't have a few hours to sit around, this is definitely NOT the place. Go across the way to Pastini, if you're looking for some good pasta!
(3)Conrad T.
Went late on a Saturday and had a BLT pizza with avocados and it was real good, but the price wasn't. Service wasn't the best either.
(3)Tom B.
Well, really, what's not to like? No, it's not very culinarily ambitious, but, really, that's OK. The prices aren't too awfully bad. The service is solid, and the place is big and bright and clean. The thin crust pies have a decently chewy, decently crisp balance happening. Overall, if you're meeting a bunch of people of varying tastes where food really isn't the focus, you can do a lot worse. It's a serviceable choice.
(3)Joey Y.
My friend and I tried CPK since everything else was closed at Bridgeport. I don't like pizza. I especially don't like pizzas that are overpriced. Therefore, I don't like CPK. Yes, yes. They serve other things such as pasta and other dishes but I don't like pastas as well. So why did I go here? (Read the first sentence.) Anyways, I tried CPK many times when I was living in CA. To be honest, their pizzas are not too bad; they are just too freaking small. Their Thai and BBQ Chicken pizzas are good. Don't get the California (Something) Pizza with avocado and bacon. It's literally a baked dough with salad on top of it. To me it's just another chain restaurant that is popular with big groups and families.
(3)Ryan A.
Two times here and pretty happy both times. The service is always good and the food is too. I was really happy with my pizza the first time I went here, but thought the one I got the second time wasn't quite as tasty. I think it was my poor choice though. I ate the whole thing, so I'm obviously not really complaining. You know how that goes . . . I'll save half the pizza for lunch tomorrow. Well, I could have just a piece out of that second half tonight. Hmmmm . . . there doesn't really seem to be any harm in eating another piece. Well how did that happen?? I only have one piece left? Well, I guess I have to finish it. As pizza places go, this one is pretty good. I think Papa Johns is the best pizza out there, though, so take my review with that in mind. Others have been better, but none of them seem to be consistent.
(4)Ellie S.
I really like this place, but they will not seat you in a booth unless you make a fuss when you arrive. The food here is very good and my favorite thing is something I never would have ordered had it not been for my daughter, Claire. It is the Thai Crunch Salad. Honestly, it is so good. It has so many ingredients that it would cost a mint to duplicate, but it is moderately priced. There are also many other really good choices! I really recommend this place.
(4)Marcie C.
Chicken club had chopped lettuce which kept falling out of the sandwich (try leaf lettuce CPK!). The bacon was overly smokey and truly dominated the flavor profile of the sandwich. Chicken was also chopped - I guess I expected slices or a flattened breast, not chunks that also fell out of the sandwich which I had to keep picking up and tucking back in. The pizza was fair. The kids meals are a pretty darn good deal / especially if you add a $1 dessert. Our waitress was very, very nice and attentive - but I can't remember her name!
(3)Kal C.
First off, it's next to a bunch of other restaurants that basically offer the same thing. Second, no place should EVER charge that much for noodles and sauce. I don't care what neighborhood it's in. I promise my spaghetti is better. Third, I ordered a pizza on regular crust and apparently there's "thin crust." I'm not sure if it's as flat as a tortilla because mine was already pretty flat. The bathroom needed serious attention. My pizza wasn't greasy and unhealthy. Somehow I ate the whole thing and left feeling great. It was light and perfect. Nothing new, nothing spectacular. However, the server was one of the best I've ever had. Very friendly and went above and beyond.
(3)Brian M.
Being recommended a lot from my wife's friend, like Kungpao Spaghetti. Because I was in a hurry for my lunch hour, i had to make it for the take-out and ate it just 10 minute later. It was still warm but instead, the noodle was undercooked, hard to eat in fact. Wondered that it's because of a take-out order? I ended up stoping eating halfway. Frankly, I don't think I'd like to try them again.
(2)Nam N.
its very rare that a ever eat at a chain restaurant and am just blown away. perhaps its the "cookie cutter" hospitality, style, food, what ever. though most spots are consistent - there rarely if ever is a wow factor in any aspects. CPK is no different than the rest. its a bit of a hard pill to swallow knowing that i can come here and pay $13 for a medium sized pizza - yet the frozen ones at the grocery store goes on sale for 2 for $10. or i can hit nightlife in nearly any major city and get a slice of pizza the size of a small baby for $3. or even go the pizza chain route and get any size any topping for just $10! i suppose - what it all comes down to is whatever tickles your pickle or floats your boat. i'd come here on a few occassions here and there to have something different to keep the taste buds happy but it wouldn't be an every week dining experience for me. i will however say that the red velvet cake w/ vanilla ice cream is one killer dessert. just not enough to say i'm a fan.
(3)Joseph H.
Okay, I'm sorry, but seriously, we need to knock these 5 star reviews down a peg. First off, the fried spring rolls were better than any of the pizza we ate. The pizza, which as I guessed is NO BETTER than the FROZEN california pizza found in the grocers section. Beware the suburbanite review! Comments to look for: "It's soo clean..." "the food is consistent" "the service was incredible!" Let me translate for the uninitiated. When someone mentions clean what they mean is that they only like to eat at franchise establishments that use the manufacturing process to run their eatery. Think of McDonald's, Olive Garden, Noah's Bagels. All of these are really clean places, but they hurt your soul with the food they serve. Consistency, see above paragraph. Just because burger king gets your whopper exactly right every time doesn't make it good. Service. Oh god. The clincher, many suburbanite mammals love it when they get their soda refilled before the glass is empty. They like being bothered during their meal like asking how the food is before you've had the first bite. Then the waiter comes by the table every five minutes to annoy you. Stepford wives are naturally insecure and they are drawn to this type of attention getting, besides it distracts from the meal. Bland. Boring. Frozen pizza. Get it while it's hot! Have these people not eaten real pizza in their life? Ken's Artisan, Tastebud, Dove Vivi, Appiza Scholls, Firehouse.... Come on people, get motivated! Take a drive and find out what real hand made pizza tastes like!
(2)Jason T.
This was my first time at a CPK and it will not be my last. While our server was bombarded with a large group and our small table, she managed to remain attentive, but not over bearing. The food was delicious and the menu has a variety of items on it. Well worth the trip, no wait and wonderful service.
(4)Jenny C.
Apparently this is where suburban tweens go to party. It's not like the entire restaurant is full of them, there's a fair amount of weary middle aged shoppers, young families, and annoyed city dwellers filling the tables as well. But as I found myself here for lunch during an afternoon of shopping at Bridgeport Village I had a hard time fathoming the idea that California Pizza Kitchen is as sacred to young females as the empty purses that they insist on swinging around (and darn near hitting the poor service staff with repeatedly). But you've got to hand it to CPK, their bright dining room, open kitchen, and extensive menu makes it's fair game for everyone. With a full page of pizza options flanked by salads, sandwiches, and pasta options it's not difficult to find at least one thing that might take your fancy for lunch or dinner. The White Pizza, one of the vegetarian options on the menu, was a nice blend of spinach, garlic, and cheeses on a thin crust. The blend of Mozzarella, Fontina, Ricotta, Parmesan and Pecorino Romano resulted in a slightly sweet flavor that paired well with the veggies, and unlike other pizzas out there, wasn't greasy in the least. Service is slow, but polite... almost to excess. I appreciate not having to wait long to get a table or a bit of honesty when things are backed up in the kitchen, but don't really need constant apologies to account for it... maybe that's just a character flaw on my part. Still, it's a super friendly atmosphere, and a great place to take break for a bit if you're in the area. If you consider splitting one of the new small plates and a nice pizza with a friend, you've got yourself a pretty delightful lunch without a major strain on your wallet. If I find myself out for another random day of shopping I'll definitely be back, because as it stacks up, this is one of the better spots in the Village to grab a meal... In fact, I'm fawning like a lovestruck twelve year old just thinking about it.
(3)Christine D.
Can I tell you how much I love pizza. So, consequently, I always want to have pizza in this place. You would think that I would actually do this. However, last night I had their Thai chicken salad. I only got the half order as the full order is huge and you must take it home with you. We also split a fudgy cake with ice cream oh my goodness that was delicious. They have a full bar which never disappoints. I'll be back again.
(5)Melisa V.
came here twice within the span of a week with two different friends who just happened to be in the area where it was most convenient for us to meet. both times the food and service were both good. first time was the Saturday after Thanksgiving and we were seated right away. shared a veggie pizza and small greens salad, which was more than enough for three people. I really liked that our server didn't try to persuade us to order more than we needed to. the following Friday I returned for lunch and ordered a small Thai salad. I didn't love the fact that the chicken was cold initially, but I really enjoyed my salad. next time I find myself in the Bridgeport area around lunch, I'll definitely return.
(4)Tam F.
Twas the day before Christmas, not a Jew in the house, all the family was shopping or napping on the couch. Okay, enough of this... I wanted to see a movie (Juno-it is great and a "must see"), and it happened to be in this shi-shi shopping center. Well, we were hungry and had been talking about pizza, so here we came. I am not the typical CPK eater, so it was a momentous occasion and one to be had on vacation. This has got to be the nicest CPK I have been to. Great waiter today and good food. We ordered 2 pizza's (mushroom and Santa Fe) on honey wheat crust. They were delicious. I was a happy girl!
(4)John C.
Ordered the thin crust sicilian, it came out cold. I know they gave us one that was sitting around too long because the cheese was hard. Also ordered Chicken Fet. Alfredo but the waiter said "why don't you try this other cream based pasta" ended up not liking it. Just a bad experience from start to finish.
(1)Tabitha B.
I've been here several times to dine, and I've enjoyed each experience. The food is consistently tasty and fresh, with a menu that offers quite a few options. The restaurant has been clean and the service has been good. What I am here to shout from the hills, however, is how outstanding their catering department has been. Personally and professionally, I have worked with many caterers in the Portland area. Some were fun, memorable experiences, and some I will continue to curse and rave about on my deathbed. California Pizza Kitchen has the good caterer formula down: staff that are knowledgeable about the menu and process, staff that communicate directly with you without you having to turn into a stalker to get questions answered and confirmations given, packing of food that is both attractive and functional, and food that makes you look really good for picking it out. Our Christmas party for 60ish people ended with an almost perfect amount of food provided, raves all around and no problems. The prices were not bad - we did a lunch-like buffet for under $9.00 per person. The sandwiches were fantastic, full of flavor and not tasting like you picked it up off of a massive tray. Everybody liked the chunky guacamole and, of course, crazy-topped pizzas. I appreciate the extremely helpful callbacks I received from the staff to confirm my order and make sure we were taken care of. We may not have been their biggest or best catering order of the season, but they made us feel like it. It's people like them that make my job fun - we can actually enjoy the party!
(5)Julie S.
Having only tried their frozen pizza at the grocery store, and not being a fan, I was a little hesitant to try this place. But a friend was up from Corvallis and we didn't want the standard mall fare or Red Robin, so we headed to Bridgeport. I got the Jambalaya pasta and though it was a bit too spicy, I liked it. It didn't like me later when I ate the leftovers after work, but that's my own fault. Nice atmosphere, though it did seem like the people at the booth's around us could have heard every word of my conversation with my friend, even if we'd been whispering. May have to give their pizza's a chance, as they have to be better than the frozen ones.
(3)kristin e.
I've only been to various CPKs a handful of times in my lifetime and probably had pizza maybe 3 times max. Usually it's sandwiches or salad that I'll order. This past week, I've read some reviews from some of my favorite Yelpers talking about CPK's new moroccan chicken salad and thought I should do the same since I had it a few days ago as well. I was in the mood for something light (especially after watching The Hangover) and figured that this salad would fit the bill (turns out it's one of the most relatively healthiest items on the menu). A half size salad was still freaking huge (I'm kinda scared to see what a full size looks like)--couldn't eat it all but it was chock full of all sorts of delicious goodies: medjoool dates, BEETS, cranberries, almonds, avocado and roasted butternut squash pieces! Best of all, it didn't leave me feeling heavy afterward...That's what dessert is for ;)
(4)Shane S.
Went here on my birthday and had dinner. (Not on purpose, just ended up there after a day of shopping & movies.) The pizza is pretty good, and the drinks were yummy. A little high priced for what it is (pizza & salad guys, come on)! Busy busy busy though. Not sure if it's because Oregon hasn't always had CPK or if it's just located in the perfect place. We've stopped in for beers & appetizers before at the bar, which were cheap and a quick bite before a movie. I'm sure we'll be back sometime soon.
(3)Kathleen B.
I do not understand this restaurant, or restaurants like it. I must be in the minority, because places like this seem always to be busy. It's like the Cheesecake Factory; you wait, get seated at some cheesy booth with fancy lights overhead, try to make your way through a phonebook style menu, half-heartedly order something, get way too much food, and end up paying more money than you really want. This is in that vein. It's one of those places I sometimes get roped into going with a group. The menu is big, which means they don't do anything all that well. Of anything, a place with "Pizza" in its name should do pizza well, but I don't even think their pizza is good. It's way overpriced for what it is, which is mediocre. Last time we went, the pizza was super underdone in the middle. Their salads are fine but again, twelve or thirteen dollars for a salad? I don't understand how they charge what they do. Save yourself the upselling; order a Bellagio's pizza with salad, turn on some 30-Rock and get ready for a really quality evening.
(2)Pete K.
Our appetizer "bang bang shrimp" came out a little late but tasted amazing. The manager without u's even complaining said he noticed the time to get it out was a little long and he said it would be on the house. Wow! It was also a new addition to the menu and it tasted amazing. Just the right flavors. The situation was handled so well. The four chest ravioli had a perfect balance of flavors. I would come here again!
(5)Michelle H.
Back when I lived in Hawaii, I used to go here for the pizza because their pizza selection at the time was even more unique than it is now, and it might have been a regional thing, but they had a really wierd-sounding , but good, duck pizza. Now the pizzas served here sound so typical, boooooooring, and definitely not worth the the price. The salads, however are quite unique and good. I used to order their good old chopped salad regularly when I lived in Hawaii, and also waaaaaaayyy back when they had a location in NW Portland. This was years ago, but they did have a restaurant in the Nob Hill area for a period of time. . Since then, I have been turned on to CPK's wonderful Cobb salad (with the optional beets, and sometimes the BBQ version), and it has become my new favorite. The Thai Crunch salad is my husband's favorite, but we also love the Chinese Chicken Salad and Miso Seafood salad. All of the salads we have tried are just bursting with flavor, crunchy toppings, and super fresh ingredients. An added perk is that you can order on line and have your order ready at a specific time for pickup. Being that I work in the area, I find this service to be really convenient, and I have even used it to pick up dinner to take home. Hubby and I do not like eating inside the restaurant very much. The hostesses are kind of snobbish and the service is decent, but seemingly pretentious, as is the clientele. Also, being that we live in NE Portland, it's not like we want to purposely drive all the way back down to Bridgeport Village on the weekend to dine out. We'd rather stay in the Portland area on the weekend. So...it makes more sense that I use CPK's convenient on line service to pick up a weekday lunch to take back to my office, or take home after work. I would give CPK four stars for the quality and taste of the food and the on line ordering perk, but due to the somewhat snobbish service and uppity clientele, I think it deserves three stars. The guys and ladies at the to-go window are quite friendly, however.
(3)John I.
I'm giving this place 2 stars in order to be objective. CPK has been around a long time, and having eaten there in L.A. in the good old days I can't say they've gotten better. Sadly the food got worse, and more expensive. It's a trendy concept place like a Planet Hollywood, and as for pizza we have much better choices here in Portland. If you want a fun and upscale place, you can go to the Cheesecake Factory in Beaverton to get Thai Chicken Pasta and a fruity drink if that's your taste that day. I ate at this CPK three times in the last year, and each time it failed to bring the goods. I think that's why there is only one is the whole state, because it's just not that good like in the early 90's. When in bridgeport you can go to PF Changs or Sinju to get a quality meal.
(2)Eric T.
Pizza is good but you get really small portions and way overpriced. I only go here if I get a free gift card from work.
(2)Ann K.
Date Visited: Sunday 3/16/08 (Lunch) I don't remember the last time I went to CPK, but I've always loved the restaurant and the fact that they have my Tostada Pizza. While Eric C. and others may scoff at this being a pizza, it IS a pizza and it is WONDERFUL. I don't know where I left my appetite, but I didn't have a big one. I nearly opted to just get a bowl of soup, but since it's been AGES since I had my Tostada Pizza, I just had to order it...right? If you don't know what a Tostada Pizza is, let me fill you in. It's pizza dough (thus being a pizza!) with refried beans, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, some green bits (cilantro?), tortilla strips, and a garlic-ranch type of sauce on top. It's warm on the bottom and cold on top. You definitely start to eat your slice with a fork and then usually end up eating the crust with your hands. The restaurant is located on the far end of BridgePort village (near Macaroni Grill and McCormick & Schmick's) where parking can be difficult. I hate the revolving door, but that's another story. The restaurant is spacious and each server's tag indicates their name and the state where they're from. Today, we had David from New Jersey. He forgot the bread and butter before our pizzas, but he made sure we always had something to drink. Oh well. Are there other pizza joints with better pizza? Yeh....but do they have a Tostada Pizza?? NO.
(4)brian c.
Come on everybody. Pizza are small and expensive. They lack that great pizza taste. My family is from Italy and I know good pizza. I rather have papa johns the cpk. Save your time and money. The atmosphere is just cheap. You may like this pizza when you haven't had great pizza to compare it to. Its just not that good.
(1)Rebecca D.
Their Moroccan chicken salad is my favorite! The wait staff is very accommodating. There is coloring and crayons for the kiddies. My son is a meat eater. Hopefully they will add some sliders to their kids meal since they quit serving my kids favorite hamburger pizza.
(4)Amanda F.
I am employee at pre-fab Village (some call it Bridgeport) and, although I never buy the food (or much else) here, I have broken down and bought CPK twice. The first time I bought the Jamaican Jerk Pizza because I was allured by the promise of bacon and Jerk spices. While there was bacon and spices, both were drowned out by a sticky sweet sauce of some kind. This pizza was also pretty small for two people and I had to make a salad to go with it once I got it home. They do have an almost overwhelming variety of pizza to choose from I just don't think I made the optimal choice. Today, however, I ordered a grilled veggie salad with chicken and it totally hit the spot. Unfortunately, it also hit my wallet at almost fourteen bucks for a HALF order. I am reminded why I always bring my food from home but this place gets a few stars for a friendly staff, quick service, and pretty decent grub.
(3)Nicole P.
One of my favorite restaurants! It has a great ambiance and fantastic food. Some of the waiters/waitresses can be slow, so your enjoyment of the place may depend on that. On a side note: order the spinach artichoke pizza thin crust! Put some chalula sauce on it and it's so good!!!
(4)Laura H.
Standard CPK fare, which varies little from location to location but this one has the worst service ever! The service is usually slow and something that is a major pet peeve of mine...the servers usually always bring the bill to the table before we are finished eating?? This is considered very rude by most people and I wish they would stop it. I probably won't return.
(2)Carmen M.
One of those places you can go with your boyfriend to and it feels like a date getting some drinks, having a pizza and some lettuce wraps and then go to a movie afterwards. And yet also a great place to take your kids and they can have a great bowl of hot mac n' cheese and a drink all for less than what you'd pay for a Happy Meal. Service is great and the big secret here is if there's a long wait, just hop on over to seating at the bar and there's no wait to sit there. The host doesn't always tell you that but it's a great way to just get a spot to eat. If you are catching a movie, let them know and they will put in your order quickly. As far as drinks, try the Sunset Surprise, so yummy and you won't even know that you're drinking alcohol! Great place and yummy pizza! If you're ordering the BLT, it's not a sandwich, it's BLT on a pizza! Enjoy!
(5)Skylar L.
I like the food, but it's so expensive. A half Mediterranean salad with tip was over $10. It was tasty -- although the 'pita' bread is nothing of the kind. Still, the service at the bar was fast and attentive and gave me the perfect opportunity to read my book and fill my stomach.
(3)Kimberly K.
I am never disappointed by the food here, even if there is a wait. Excellent salads, pasta and pizza, unique combos that you can't find at other Portland restaurants. Service is always friendly and attentive and they treat my girls like queens. For kids, they have the BEST "mac and cheese" in the form of cheesed fusilli - delicious! This is my favorite restaurant in Bridgeport.
(5)Trang T.
I ate a whole pizza by myself. 'Nuff Said.
(4)Elizabeth E.
I could eat here another five times and still not finish trying everything on the menu that looks perfectly delectable. Afterall, my Mango Tandori Pizza was just amazing so I'm sure the other menu-items will live up to my expectations. The lemonade is also nice and tart (which is a huge plus as far as I'm concerned). While this is quite the chain restaurant (which doesn't usually hold a lot of appeal for me), the atmosphere feels distinctly Portland. There is an understated sophistication and classiness to the atmosphere which is set in a large, open space with windows and some outdoor seating. The restaurant itself is bright, warm and very friendly--and our server was perfect in all respects: helpful suggestions, attentive without hovering, and very nice. Portions are large, so bring a friend to share, order half-sizes or be ready to take it home with you. Parking can also be a trick, but it is worth a visit!
(4)Rebecca W.
It was about 10 years since the last time I ate at the California Pizza Kitchen. I just remember loving the pizza I had ordered all those years ago and had been meaning to return for some time. The atmosphere was very casual inside. The noise level was not too bad. The menu was large and had lots to choose from. My husband cracked me up when he suggested we share a pizza. I guess he figured a $12.00 pizza would be big enough for two. I would normally agree, but knew from my last visit that each pizza was a personal size pizza....for one. Yes, $12.00 for a small pizza barely enough to fill the belly of a hungry adult. Yikes! This got me thinking. Why is it that we always get suckered into eating at this places where they charge outrageous prices for food we know we could get elsewhere much cheaper...or better yet, make ourselves. But, we go anyway, and pay nearly $60.00 for enough pizza and non-alcoholic drinks to feed two adults and 2 children. I think we get caught up in the moment. It seems like the perfect way to fill in our day, being waited on, chatting with friends and family, not having to clean up afterwards...then the bill comes and you wonder "Was it really worth it?" Well, the answer to that question usually directly relates to how much money I have in the bank account. Alas, the experience was great. We had to kindest waitress take our orders. She was thorough, attentive, and patient. When my pizza came out I saw there were onions on it, which I hate. I muttered a sigh of disappointment and scolded myself for not having read the menu better. The waitress heard my disappointment and insisted on having a new pizza cooked up for me. I refused at first, feeling quite bad, knowing it was my own fault. But she wasn't willing to give in that easily. She insisted on bringing me a pizza that was to my liking and told me she'd have it out in about 6 minutes. True to her word, she returned about 6 minutes later with a brand new pizza just the way I wanted it. She did this all with a smile and positive attitude. So maybe we were getting our money's worth...maybe. The pizza was good, but if I am going to spend this much on pizza I would much rather go to Hot Lips Pizza in downtown Portland. I really can't seem to justify the cost for the product; I mean, it's PIZZA; dough, cheese, a few toppings...really nothing expensive. So why are we paying so much for it? It seems a bit crazy. Certainly couldn't complain about anything other than the price. Great staff, great food, and a comfy atmosphere. I think we'll go back....but next time we are ordering just water for drinks. Got to cut back on that bill!! I give this place 5 stars for their staff, 4 for their food, and 1 for their prices....I think I'll round that out to an overall average of 3stars.
(3)J B.
So my wife and I used to eat here ALL of the time. Now that we have a family, it's a bit of a trek so we don't frequent as often. The problem is that, since the company was bought out, its seems as though the food quality is slipping a bit. I ordered a Waldorf Salad that was downright awful (zero flavor). I had them remake it, and it still wasn't good. The Thai Pizza was just OK for the first time since I've been there. Maybe my tastebuds were off, but it just didn't seem that good. Service is, however, consistently good which is a big plus when you have children that are wreaking havok.
(3)KP P.
We waited for more than 20 minutes for somene to take our order until we left..we even asked another waiter to help us find ours and nothing. While we were leaving we told the manager whose response was "oh really sorry." What a terrible place. Fyi the place was not empty and there were plenty of waiters milling around
(1)Amy A.
This is on my list of "okay" places to get pizza in the area. We dined at about seven in the evening, and though they weren't particularly busy at the time (but had plenty staff) it took a while for someone to notice us-we almost sat ourselves because we weren't sure! The resturant is clean and attractive, and our waiter was nice, though not particularly attentive-he seemed distracted most of the time. Always ready to try new things, we ordered the Sesame Chicken Ginger Dumplings as our appetizer. Big Mistake. We were expecting something along the lines of the fabulous crab and shrimp wontons found at McGrath's or PF Changs, but no such luck. These are more like potstickers, and since they weren't especially hot, the texture was like eating room temp raw fish, thus inspiring a gag reflex. My husband almost lost it at the table. Maybe some people like this kind of thing, so good for them-but we'll definitely stick with something sure-fire like hummus next time. The bread that came with the meal was just ho-hum not-very-fresh sourdough-the real touch of Italy...er, California I guess. We ordered the Goat Cheese with Roasted Pepper Pizza with smoked applewood bacon as our entree. Overall it was good, the bacon was crispy, and they remembered to leave the sauteed onions off half. There was more Japanese eggplant than we expected, and not quite as much goat cheese as the name would imply, but the pizza as a whole was satisfactory.
(3)shal p.
I must have been living under a rock, cause I've had never been to CPK before this... I will not be going back. The server was very nice but the pizza was not. EWW! I had the BBQ chicken pizza which is apparently what made them famous, the bbq sauce was soooo sweet, and I feel sick just thinking about it. The crust was slightly sweet and not bad, but I will not be going back.
(2)sanjar a.
The best vegetarian pizza in Portland!!! I am not kidding: Japanese eggplant pizza on THIN crust with GOAT cheese. Order this and you will be a fan. Also try barley soup. Everything else is tolerable. If ordering salads mention not to put too much sauce - they always put too much
(4)Tiffanie S.
They have so many different kinds of pizza it's a little overwhelming to pick just one. They are all so good. We did take out so I can't comment on the waiters but the take out people were really cool and even gave us free soda while we waited for our order. All the food was excellent and I would definitely go back there again. It does suck that there isn't one closer to my apartment.
(5)Arun R.
I go to the CPK in Bridgeport mall for their awesome Belgian Chocolate Souffle cake. The food is great too. But its this dessert that makes me want to go there again.
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