Overall Rating
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7.5 / 10
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California Pizza Company ; In search for a pizzeria with a view? Well here is one option, and by far one of the best. It’s not an ordinary view, but the view of the Burj Khalifa and the fountain. It’s a view people cue up for hours during every NYE and it’s not only special for that day. The dancing fountain on different genre of music is a spectacular view for the residents and the tourists.
Well, it is also a very viable option after a tiring stroll at Dubai Mall. My initial visit to the outlet happened to be of this sort. California Pizza Kitchen, popularly known within the food industry as CPK, is a polished casual dining restaurant chain that specializes is authentic California-style pizza. Even though it claims to be casual, the fit out does have a touch of fine dine atmosphere. The contrasting walls and fit outs with matching beige and brown upholstery created a great ambiance. The false ceiling and globe lighting added to the whole look. The glass covering across the kitchen made the atmosphere lively as well. CPK offered both indoor and outdoor seating. Something I really liked about the indoor seating was the warm compose bulbs which emitted a soothing color with gentle illumination. I felt the outdoor seating area required more lighting apart from the glowing showpiece on the tables. |
For starters, we ordered spicy chicken tenders priced at AED 40. The dish was similar to buffalo chicken wings but with a twist. The tender chicken pieces had a strong flavor of spices and sauces, served with a creamy Gorgonzola ranch dressing and a side of apple cider slaw.
For main course, we chose to have the authentic thin crust crispy pizzas and cheesy pasta. The chicken fajita pizza looked very tempting to the eye with colorful ingredients evenly spread priced AED 57. The homemade cilantro pesto was baked with a mix of tri-cheeses; mozzarella, cheddar and Monterrey jack and tri-color peppers. This beautifully presented pizza was topped with shredded chicken,and green onions. Lastly, garnished with spicy sour cream and lime wedge.
The original BBQ Chicken pizza, was one of the first signature pizza in CPK since 1985. This originally crafted pizza is layers of secret CPK BBQ sauce with smoked Gouda and mozzarella. Topped with BBQ flavored shredded chicken, red onions and cilantro. This authentically crafted pizza was priced AED 53.
Lastly, for pasta the Spicy Mexican Fettuccine priced at AED 59. The spicy chicken pasta was cooked with chipotle sauce, corn and black bean salsa, spices and cilantro.
For drinks, the pomegranate mojito is highly recommended. This mojito was priced AED 24. Like any other mojito, it was was a refreshing twist of fruit flavors. Fountain sodas are priced at AED 17 with an option to refill.
CPK is a must try for those looking for freshly crafted pizzas and cheesy pastas with a unique twist and flavors. Definitely, returning to try the nutella cake and red velvet cake.