California Pizza Kitchen

CPK is consistently a good chain to eat gluten free safely. The previous review saying that they don’t use precautions is incorrect. You always need to specify that you have an allergy when you are Celiac so people understand you aren’t gluten free to try it out.

I’ve never been sick at any CPK I’ve eaten at and I love their mushroom pepperoni sausage pizza.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

I asked the server for an allergy menu and he immediately asked if it was celiac because they have a separate celiac menu that is made in a specific area of the kitchen than just a “gluten free” menu item is. Highly recommend

Celiac friendly?

Yes

My kid was so excited to try this place and adored their cauliflower crust—however even after asking them to ensure it’s gluten free, they did not use their dedicated space to make his. Apparently you have to be very explicit and tell them to make sure they use their allergy protocols. Just saying gluten free isn’t enough for them to do so. He was very ill after.

Celiac friendly?

No

The options on the menu are limited (without modifications) but the food was good. I tried a pizza and it was very different (better) than the boxed version at the store. Staff was friendly and I did not get sick.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We eat here a lot! I have celiac and I have NEVER gotten sick. The service is typically fantastic, the first couple of times we went in the manager came to the table and explained their gluten free procedures for the kitchen and everything. When we order to-go they always have my pizza box sealed with a gluten free sticker.

Best gluten-free crust I have ever had.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The gluten-free pizza crust here is horrible. It is better than the first version they made a couple of years ago - but still not edible. The crust is more like doughy bread that has very little taste to it. They have some wonderful gluten-free salads that are worth having for lunch...that's about it. Service here is not good compared to other locations of CPK in the area.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I haven't tried their pizzas -- I stay pretty grain-free. I've had their salads a couple of times without a problem! They label their gluten-free options on the main menu with a GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best gf pizza around! They are diligent if you tell them you have an allergy. They wear gloves and bake it on a special pan. It really tastes great and there is a few choices.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

They now have gluten free pizza and gluten free clearly marked on the menu! Delicious! The crust is the best I've ever had! Great service and definitely celiac friendly if you get one of the 4 certified gluten free pizzas! I had the margarita pizza with a California cob salad with fresh beets. Absolutely amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love their gluten free menu but the service is slow at this location. Plus the menu is overpriced. Wish that they had gluten free pizza.

Solid choice. No gluten issues. My food came out separate and marked. I have eaten at different locations so I was not worried about cross contamination but some people may be concerned

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Perfect! Didn’t get sick. W

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Eaten here 2x and have not gotten sick. The crust does taste gluten free (find me a gluten free crust that doesn't taste gluten free), but it's what's on top of the crust that is the real deal.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We actually went twice will on vacation in SF.. it was extremely good!! The pizza is cauliflower base and my son looooved it so much we went again..

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten free options labeled on menu. Not a ton of options.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good