A few months ago I had the opportunity to review California Pizza Kitchen’s Small Cravings Menu. Since CPK is one of my all-time favorite places to eat, I was thrilled when I received another opportunity to review some of their new menu items. It gave my husband and I an excuse for a date and since we don’t get out much without the kids, it was really nice. My husband had the day off from work so he went with me to my doctor’s appointment to test for gestational diabetes. After getting poked a few times with a needle, I was ready for a treat. It was a beautiful day- one of the first sunny days of the summer in the Seattle area and we decided to sit out on the patio at the restaurant. We started with an appetizer of Chicken Lettuce Wraps- something we just cannot go to CPK and NOT order- they are SO good!
I had the Italian Deli sandwich-Spicy Capicola ham, salami and pepperoni topped with Mozzarella and Fontina cheeses, basil and shredded lettuce tossed with our herb-mustard Parmesan vinaigrette. The Hubs had a California Club-Your choice of chilled-grilled chicken breast or oven-roasted turkey breast with applewood smoked bacon, sliced fresh Roma tomatoes, fresh avocado, shredded lettuce and mayonnaise. Both are served with your choice of herb-onion Focaccia or garlic cheese Focaccia and your choice of soup, classic Caesar salad or Szechuan slaw. We each had the Caesar salad and chose the garlic cheese Focaccia bread.
I must have looked like I was enjoying my sandwich so much (which I was!) that someone actually came out onto the patio from inside the restaurant and asked me what I had ordered! The sandwich was yummy and perfect for a meal on such a nice sunny day. My husband tried both of the sandwiches and liked mine better but chose the one that he did because it was a bit healthier option. Here are the rest of the new menu items, all of which I am sure are just as delicious as everything else on the menu!
- Roasted Artichoke & Spinach Pizza
- Baby Clam Linguini with Lemon Cream Sauce
- Four Seasons Pizza
- Baby Clam Linguini with Imported Italian Tomatoes
- Italian Deli Sandwich
- California Club
- Small Cravings
- Wine Cravings
- Honey-Wheat with Whole Grain Crust
- Multigrain Penne
Like the lettuce wraps, I can’t mention California Pizza Kitchen without talking about my favorite thing on the menu- the Waldorf Chicken Salad. It is do DIE for! Here’s CPK’s description of it: “A rendition of a NYC favorite! Field greens, chilled-grilled chicken breast, seedless grapes, Granny Smith apples, candied walnuts, celery and Gorgonzola cheese. Tossed with your choice of Dijon balsamic vinaigrette or blue cheese dressing.” I recommend the blue cheese dressing- Mmmm!
You can purchase a gift card to CPK here. We are also giving away $50 in Pizza Dough so you can check out the new menu items. Enter to win by filling out the form below. Also, be sure to check out all of our other giveaways here.
A complimentary product/service was provided for this review however all opinions expressed are our own. We were not compensated in any other way for this review. See Mommies with Cents disclosure policy for more details.
Robert Kuperberg says
My Wife and I went on our first date at CPK. I love, love, love the THia Chicken Pizza
MamaKat says
The Sweet Corn Tamale Ravioli looks good.
Pat says
CPK is our favorite family restaurant. We enjoy every offering on the menu.
Tari Lawson says
I would like to try the Roasted Artichoke & Spinach Pizza.
Shelley Mitchell says
I would love to win this. I just tried this place for my 1st time about a month ago. It was wonderful! Thanks for the chance!
Monique Rizzo says
This is the best restaurant ever!!
Thanks for the chance.
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carole rossi says
I love the salads at CA Pizza Kitchen wish one was next door.
Pat says
May sound funny but our family especially appreciates the
amenities island at KPC. We can get refills, lemon slices, extra napkins and other things we need without keeping
staff from doing other jobs.
CardioBunny says
My sister and I were just talking about CPK the other day. Neither of us has been there yet, but both the Roasted Artichoke & Spinach Pizza and Butter Cake sound delicious!
Patti says
friday night dinner!
MamaKat says
I would like to try the Artichoke & Spinach pizza.
Jessica C. says
I really love their Greek Pizza!
Jessica C. says
Extra entry: I subscribed to your newsletter!
Jessica C. says
Extra Entry: I twittered about the giveaway as @luckysluna.
shel772 says
One of my grandchildren’s favorite places is CPK. We go there often.
kim e says
they just opened one in my town, can’t wait to tr it.
Darcy B says
The Sweet Corn Tamale Ravioli sound amazing–CPK is one of my favorite restaurants!
mamakat says
The Sweet Corn Tamale Ravioli looks very good.
Gloria Dornin says
I love their food
trixx says
Baby Clam Linguini with Lemon Cream Sauce
sheila k. says
Sweet Corn tamale ravioli. Love CPK, especially their hummus.