California Pizza Kitchen Nutrition: Is It Healthy?
California Pizza Kitchen is a popular restaurant chain known for Its creative & delicious pizzas. But how healthy is California Pizza Kitchen’s menu food? Is it possible to eat healthily at CPK?
A thorough overview of California Pizza Kitchen nutrition will be provided in this article.
The nutritional benefits of CPK cuisine, the healthiest options, and recommendations for how to order more healthful meals at CPK will all be covered. Finally we’ll share tips for eating healthily at California Pizza Kitchen.
Both a healthy pizza substitute and a nutritious side dish are suggested in this article. So keep reading to learn more about California Pizza Kitchen nutrition!
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California Pizza Kitchen Nutrition
Menu | Cal | Fat (g) | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) |
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Starters | ||||
Avocado Club Egg Rolls | 1240 | 82 | 62 | 63 |
California Olive Oil with Mediterranean Herbs (½ fl oz) | 110 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
California Olive Oil with Mediterranean Herbs (4 fl oz) | 920 | 106 | 1 | 0 |
Dynamite Shrimp | 680 | 48 | 41 | 21 |
Mexican Street Corn | 440 | 21 | 53 | 13 |
Sourdough Baguette (2 Slices) | 130 | 0 | 26 | 4 |
Sourdough Baguette (1 Each) | 1820 | 6 | 373 | 56 |
Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower | 720 | 54 | 49 | 11 |
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Bites | 790 | 6 | 37 | 34 |
Spinach Artichoke Dip | 1060 | 58 | 108 | 24 |
Szechwan Chicken Dumplings | 340 | 8 | 45 | 19 |
The Wedge | 300 | 27 | 8 | 6 |
White Corn Guacamole + Chips | 770 | 51 | 79 | 10 |
Soups | ||||
Dakota Smashed Pea + Barley (Cup) | 170 | 0 | 33 | 11 |
Dakota Smashed Pea + Barley (Bowl) | 340 | 0 | 66 | 23 |
Sedona Tortilla (Cup) | 260 | 17 | 25 | 3 |
Sedona Tortilla (Bowl) | 480 | 32 | 44 | 6 |
Tomato Basil Bisque (Cup) | 270 | 20 | 20 | 3 |
Tomato Basil Bisque (Bowl) | 540 | 39 | 39 | 6 |
Salads | ||||
Banh Mi Bowl | 490 | 31 | 31 | 26 |
Caesar (Half; includes Caesar Dressing) | 330 | 26 | 16 | 9 |
Caesar (Full; includes Caesar Dressing) | 530 | 40 | 27 | 17 |
California Cobb (Half; includes Herb Ranch Dressing) | 5110 | 39 | 12 | 27 |
California Cobb (Full; includes Herb Ranch Dressing) | 1020 | 79 | 23 | 53 |
Italian Chopped (Half; includes Mustard Herb Vinaigrette) | 500 | 41 | 12 | 24 |
Italian Chopped (Full; includes Mustard Herb Vinaigrette) | 1010 | 82 | 25 | 48 |
Thai Crunch (Half; includes Lime Cilantro Dressing) | 550 | 34 | 40 | 27 |
Thai Crunch (Full; includes Lime Cilantro Dressing) | 1110 | 69 | 80 | 53 |
The Original BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad (Half; includes Herb Ranch Dressing) | 660 | 42 | 47 | 29 |
The Original BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad (Full; includes Herb Ranch Dressing) | 1320 | 84 | 91 | 57 |
Main Plates | ||||
Cedar Plank Salmon | 650 | 34 | 35 | 52 |
Chicken Piccata | 1030 | 56 | 73 | 55 |
West Coast Burger “The WCB” | 1520 | 94 | 110 | 50 |
Pastas | ||||
Bolognese Spaghetti | 900 | 48 | 88 | 27 |
Chicken Tequila Fettuccine | 1240 | 68 | 116 | 45 |
Garlic Cream Fettuccine | 1260 | 84 | 97 | 30 |
Jambalaya Linguini Fini | 1230 | 71 | 94 | 58 |
Jambalaya Linguini Fini (NYC and Philadelphia only) | 1220 | 71 | 93 | 57 |
Kung Pao Spaghetti | 890 | 37 | 112 | 28 |
Shrimp Scampi Zucchini | 480 | 26 | 30 | 27 |
Tomato Basil Spaghetti | 950 | 52 | 104 | 20 |
PizzasNutrition information is per slice. All pizzas are 6 slices. | ||||
California Club | 240 | 11 | 24 | 12 |
California Veggie | 170 | 4.5 | 25 | 8 |
Carne Asada | 230 | 10 | 23 | 12 |
Five Cheese + Fresh Tomato | 200 | 8 | 22 | 10 |
Hawaiian | 180 | 4.5 | 24 | 11 |
Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage | 200 | 8 | 23 | 9 |
Pepperoni | 190 | 7 | 22 | 8 |
Spicy Chipotle Chicken | 220 | 10 | 24 | 11 |
Thai Chicken | 210 | 7 | 26 | 11 |
The Original BBQ Chicken | 190 | 5 | 25 | 11 |
The Works | 210 | 9 | 24 | 9 |
Wild Mushroom | 170 | 6 | 22 | 7 |
Gluten-Free PizzasThe calorie count is per slice. Every pizza has six slices. A special mixture of cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, egg whites, rice flour, herbs, and spices make up our cauliflower crust. These gluten-free pizzas are made following the exact guidelines endorsed by the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG), using a gluten-free crust that has been approved and other components that have been confirmed by our suppliers to be gluten-free. Any allergies or unique dietary requirements, such as gluten sensitivity, should be disclosed to a manager. | ||||
GF Margherita | 220 | 12 | 15 | 9 |
GF Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage | 200 | 10 | 15 | 9 |
GF Original BBQ Chicken Pizza | 180 | 7 | 17 | 10 |
GF Pepperoni | 180 | 9 | 15 | 8 |
GF Traditional Cheese | 180 | 8 | 15 | 9 |
CPKIDS Gluten-Free | ||||
GF Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage | 520 | 24 | 47 | 22 |
GF Original BBQ Chicken Pizza | 490 | 17 | 52 | 26 |
GF Pepperoni | 500 | 23 | 46 | 22 |
GF Traditional Cheese | 460 | 18 | 48 | 20 |
CPKids PizzasNutrition information is for one 7″ pizza. | ||||
Hawaiian | 650 | 14 | 89 | 35 |
Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage | 680 | 23 | 85 | 29 |
Original BBQ Chicken Pizza | 670 | 16 | 92 | 34 |
Pepperoni | 620 | 18 | 83 | 24 |
CPKids Salads & Pastas | ||||
CPK Salad | 200 | 19 | 6 | 2 |
Curly Mac N’ Cheese | 820 | 53 | 66 | 21 |
Fusilli Pasta + Tomato Sauce | 460 | 15 | 66 | 13 |
Fusilli Pasta + Alfredo | 750 | 47 | 63 | 19 |
Fusilli Pasta + Butter | 460 | 20 | 59 | 11 |
Fusilli Pasta + Meat Sauce | 510 | 18 | 67 | 18 |
Fusilli Pasta + Olive Oil | 480 | 23 | 58 | 11 |
CPKids Chicken | ||||
Crispy Chicken | 550 | 33 | 39 | 25 |
Grilled Chicken Breast | 220 | 10 | 1 | 30 |
CPKids Sweets | ||||
Fresh Fruit | 60 | 0 | 16 | 1 |
Kids Brownie | 470 | 22 | 75 | 5 |
Kids Sundae | 590 | 39 | 54 | 7 |
Desserts | ||||
Belgian Chocolate Souffle Cake | 680 | 48 | 64 | 8 |
Butter Cake | 1090 | 66 | 122 | 7 |
Key Lime Pie | 790 | 44 | 94 | 10 |
Red Velvet Cake | 960 | 54 | 120 | 8 |
Coffee + Teas | ||||
Coffee | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Tazo Hot Teas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Lunch Size PizzasNutrition information is for one 7″ pizza. | ||||
7″ California Club | 820 | 32 | 87 | 40 |
7″ California Veggie Pizza | 610 | 14 | 92 | 26 |
7″ California Veggie Pizza on Cauliflower Crust | 510 | 20 | 56 | 22 |
7″ Carne Asada | 790 | 30 | 86 | 40 |
7″ Five Cheese + Fresh Tomato | 710 | 24 | 82 | 34 |
7″ Hawaiian | 650 | 14 | 89 | 35 |
7″ Margherita | 740 | 31 | 80 | 30 |
7″ Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage Pizza | 710 | 26 | 85 | 30 |
7″ Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage Pizza on Cauliflower Crust | 600 | 30 | 49 | 28 |
7″ Original BBQ Chicken Pizza on Cauliflower Crust | 560 | 22 | 54 | 31 |
7″ Pepperoni Pizza | 670 | 22 | 84 | 27 |
7″ Pepperoni Pizza on Cauliflower Crust | 550 | 26 | 48 | 23 |
7″ Sicilian | 790 | 34 | 84 | 40 |
7″ Spicy Chipotle Chicken | 760 | 29 | 88 | 35 |
7″ Thai Chicken | 790 | 26 | 100 | 36 |
7″ The Original BBQ Chicken Pizza | 680 | 16 | 93 | 35 |
7″ Plant-Based BBQ Chicken | 650 | 16 | 91 | 33 |
7″ The Works | 740 | 28 | 87 | 31 |
7″ Wild Mushroom | 610 | 19 | 82 | 24 |
Lunch Size Pastas | ||||
Spaghetti Bolognese | 500 | 25 | 52 | 15 |
Tomato Basil Spaghetti | 480 | 26 | 52 | 10 |
Tomato Basil Spaghetti + Goat Cheese | 550 | 31 | 53 | 15 |
Sandwiches | ||||
California Club – Chicken (Half) | 510 | 26 | 44 | 22 |
California Club – Chicken (Full) | 1020 | 53 | 88 | 44 |
California Club – Turkey (Half) | 470 | 23 | 44 | 22 |
California Club – Turkey (Full) | 950 | 45 | 87 | 43 |
Catalina Chicken (Half) | 650 | 32 | 61 | 29 |
Catalina Chicken (Full) | 1290 | 65 | 123 | 57 |
Oven-Roasted Turkey & Brie (Half) | 460 | 17 | 48 | 25 |
Oven-Roasted Turkey & Brie (Full) | 910 | 35 | 96 | 49 |
Lunch Size Salads | ||||
The Original BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad | 330 | 21 | 24 | 14 |
Cocktails | ||||
California Colada | 200 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
CPK – Whiskey Stone Sour | 230 | 0 | 32 | 1 |
Fresh Agave Lime Margarita | 170 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
Hand-Shaken Agave Mojito | 200 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
Moscow Mule | 190 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
Platinum Margarita | 170 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Platinum Margarita + Apothic Red Wine Float | 180 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Platinum Margarita + Chambord Float | 210 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
Platinum Margarita + Cointreau Float | 220 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
Strawberry Lime Margarita | 190 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
Non-Alcoholic | ||||
Acqua Panna | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Barq’s Root Beer | 130 | 0 | 38 | 0 |
Cherry Coke | 130 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
Coca-Cola | 120 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
Coke Zero | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
CPK – Pacific Thyme | 110 | 0 | 28 | 1 |
CPK Lemonade | 130 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
CPK Mango Lemonade | 190 | 0 | 48 | 0 |
CPK Peach Lemonade | 180 | 0 | 46 | 0 |
CPK Raspberry Lemonade | 180 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
CPK Strawberry Lemonade | 180 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
Cucumber Reviver | 70 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Diet Coke | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Dr Pepper | 130 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
Fresca | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Fresh Strawberry Mango Cooler | 80 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Freshly Brewed Iced Tea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Freshly Brewed Iced Tea – Mango | 80 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
Freshly Brewed Iced Tea – Peach | 70 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
Freshly Brewed Iced Tea – Raspberry | 70 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
Freshly Brewed Iced Tea – Strawberry | 70 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
Frozen Lemonade | 180 | 0 | 46 | 0 |
Frozen Peach Lemonade | 180 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade | 210 | 0 | 52 | 0 |
Passion Fruit Mango Iced Tea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seagram’s Ginger Ale | 80 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
Sparkling Berry-Lemon | 40 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
Sprite | 120 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
Sangria | ||||
Red-Berry | 270 | 0 | 39 | 0 |
Sangria Flight | 300 | 0 | 43 | 0 |
Strawberry Rosé Sangria | 270 | 0 | 38 | 0 |
Wine Flights | ||||
Wine Flight | 220 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
Red Wines | ||||
CPK – Norton Malbec (6 fl oz) | 150 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
CPK – Norton Malbec (Bottle – 750 mL) | 630 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
CPK – Pessimist Red Blend (6 fl oz) | 150 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
CPK – Pessimist Red Blend (Bottle – 750 mL) | 630 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Decoy Merlot (6 fl oz) | 140 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
CPK – Decoy Merlot (bottle – 750 mL) | 610 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
Francis Ford Coppola “Diamond Collection” Merlot // California (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
Francis Ford Coppola “Diamond Collection” Merlot // California (Bottle) | 600 | 0 | 16 | 3 |
J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon // Paso Robles (6 oz) | 150 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon // Paso Robles (Bottle) | 620 | 0 | 19 | 1 |
Josh Cabernet Sauvignon (6 fl oz) | 140 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
CPK – Josh Cabernet Sauvignon (bottle – 750 mL) | 610 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
La Crema Pinot Noir // Monterey (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
La Crema Pinot Noir // Monterey (Bottle) | 610 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
Mark West Pinot Noir // California (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Mark West Pinot Noir // California (Bottle) | 580 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Meiomi Pinot Noir // Monterey / Sonoma / Santa Barbara (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Meiomi Pinot Noir // Monterey / Sonoma / Santa Barbara (Bottle) | 600 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon // Monterey (6 oz) | 150 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon // Monterey (Bottle) | 650 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
White Wines | ||||
Clos Du Bois Chardonnay // California (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Clos Du Bois Chardonnay // California (Bottle) | 570 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Francis Ford Coppola, Bianco Pinot Grigio // California (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Francis Ford Coppola, Bianco Pinot Grigio // California (Bottle) | 570 | 0 | 10 | 3 |
Jacob’s Creek Moscato // South Eastern Australia (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
Jacob’s Creek Moscato // South Eastern Australia (Bottle) | 600 | 0 | 65 | 0 |
Kendall-Jackson “Vintner’s Reserve” Chardonnay // California (6 oz) | 160 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Kendall-Jackson “Vintner’s Reserve” Chardonnay // California (Bottle) | 660 | 0 | 20 | 1 |
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc // Marlborough, New Zealand (6 oz) | 130 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc // Marlborough, New Zealand (Bottle) | 550 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
M. Chapoutier Belleruche Rose // Cotes Du Rhone, France (6 oz) | 140 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
M. Chapoutier Belleruche Rose // Cotes Du Rhone, France (Bottle) | 590 | 0 | 11 | 1 |
Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc // Marlborough, New Zealand (6 oz) | 130 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc // Marlborough, New Zealand (Bottle) | 550 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio // Italy (6 oz) | 130 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio // Italy (Bottle) | 550 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Sonoma-Cutrer, Russian River Ranches Chardonnay // Sonoma Coast (6 oz) | 150 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Sonoma-Cutrer, Russian River Ranches Chardonnay // Sonoma Coast (Bottle) | 630 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
White Wines: Sparkling | ||||
La Marca Prosecco // Veneto, Italy (Split) | 160 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
La Marca Prosecco // Veneto, Italy (Bottle) | 630 | 0 | 32 | 4 |
Beers: Draft | ||||
Blue Moon | 260 | 0 | 18 | 3 |
Samuel Adams Boston Lager | 270 | 0 | 28 | 2 |
Samuel Adams Cold Snap | 250 | 0 | 21 | 3 |
Samuel Adams Octoberfest | 280 | 0 | 28 | 3 |
Samuel Adams Rebel Ipa | 290 | 0 | 24 | 3 |
Samuel Adams Summer Ale | 250 | 0 | 20 | 3 |
Samuel Adams Winter Lager | 290 | 0 | 28 | 4 |
Beers: Bottle | ||||
Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Cider | 190 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
Blue Moon Belgian White Ale | 170 | 0 | 14 | 3 |
Bud Light | 110 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
Coors Light | 100 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
Corona Extra | 150 | 0 | 14 | 1 |
Dos Equis Lager | 130 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
Lagunitas IPA | 190 | 0 | 14 | 3 |
Miller Lite | 100 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Modelo Especial | 150 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
Stella Artois | 140 | 0 | 11 | 1 |
Beers: Non-Alcoholic | ||||
Athletic Brewing Company – Upside Dawn | 45 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
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What are some of the healthiest options at California Pizza Kitchen?
CPK offers a number of healthy options, including:
- Pizzas: CPK’s thin-crust pizzas are generally lower in calories and fat than their traditional crust pizzas. Look for pizzas with lean protein toppings, such as chicken, shrimp or fish.
- Salads: CPK’s salads are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Choose a salad with a variety of vegetables and a lean protein topping.
- Pastas: CPK’s pastas can be a healthy option if you choose a whole-wheat pasta and a sauce made with olive oil. Avoid pastas with cream-based sauces or heavy meats.
- Sandwiches: CPK offers a variety of sandwiches made with whole-wheat bread and lean protein toppings. Avoid sandwiches with fried meats or processed cheeses.
- Desserts: CPK’s desserts are generally high in calories and sugar. However, they offer a few healthier options such as the Grilled Pineapple with Sorbet and the Fresh Fruit Plate.
What are the nutritional benefits of California Pizza Kitchen food?
CPK food is generally high in calories, fat, and sodium. However It also contains a variety of vitamins, Minerals, proteins, and fiber.
For example, a slice of CPK’s Original BBQ Chicken Pizza contains 27 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber. Salads from CPK are a wonderful source of vitamins and minerals like potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
Tips for eating healthy at California Pizza Kitchen
Here are some additional tips for eating healthy at California Pizza Kitchen:
- Share your meal with a friend or family member. CPK’s pizzas and pastas are large enough to share, which can help you reduce your calorie intake.
- Ask for your dressing on the side. This will help you control how much dressing you consume.
- Choose whole-wheat crust options and low-fat sauces.
- Avoid fried foods.
- Choose lean protein toppings, such as chicken, shrimp, or fish.
- Order a salad or side of vegetables.
- Drink water or unsweetened tea instead of sugary drinks.
FAQs – California Pizza Kitchen Nutrition
What are the healthiest pizzas at California Pizza Kitchen?
The healthiest pizzas at California Pizza Kitchen are the thin-crust pizzas with lean protein toppings, such as chicken, shrimp, or fish. Some examples include the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza, the Grilled Shrimp Scampi Pizza, and the Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pizza.
What are some healthy sides at California Pizza Kitchen?
Some healthy sides at California Pizza Kitchen include the Caesar Salad, the California Cobb Salad, and the Grilled Zucchini and Mushrooms. You can also ask for a side of steamed vegetables.
How many calories are in a California Pizza Kitchen pizza?
The number of calories in a California Pizza Kitchen pizza varies depending on the size and toppings. For example, a small Original BBQ Chicken Pizza has 270 calories, while a large Original BBQ Chicken Pizza has 750 calories.
What are some healthy desserts at California Pizza Kitchen?
Some healthy desserts at California Pizza Kitchen include the Grilled Pineapple with Sorbet and the Fresh Fruit Plate. You can also ask for a scoop of sorbet or ice cream instead of whipped cream.
Can I eat healthy at California Pizza Kitchen if I have dietary restrictions?
Yes, it is possible to eat healthy at California Pizza Kitchen even if you have dietary restrictions. CPK offers a variety of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. You can also ask your server to modify menu items to meet your dietary needs.
What is the healthiest option on the California Pizza Kitchen kids’ menu?
The healthiest option on the California Pizza Kitchen kids’ menu is the California Chicken Pizza. It is made with whole-wheat crust, low-fat cheese, and grilled chicken.