California Pizza Kitchen at Atlas Park

My companions and I spent a few hours in the Bronx and chose to dine at CPK because we like the convenience of Atlas Park. After being seated by the pleasant hostess we were greeted by Ariella, our server, who seemed to perform double duty as the bartender. I was asked if I was a member of their rewards program and gave the server my phone number so she could see if I had any rewards or special offers (I didn’t). We skipped the appetizers and focused on the lunch menu, which, like most other chain restaurants these days offers a two-item deal. I ordered the BBQ chicken salad and a mushroom/pepperoni/sausage pizza. While we waited for our entrees, the server brought us a small plate of bread and olive oil, which was a nice, unexpected treat. I enjoyed my meal and felt that the portion an

Disappointing to say the least, came in on a saturday night with my toddler . And once i sat i immediately recognized that the server was not too enthused about the hosts seating selection. When he came over and introduced hisself it was as if he was in a rush, i ordered an appetizer and wasnt offered a drink once he got back i ordered a drink and my toddlers meal with a drink. He didnt offer or sell anything to me at any point didnt even tell me if the kids meal came with a beverage or not. In fact he wasnt even aware of what was in the drink that i ordered. Someone brougth the meal out and i never received the drink. I fanned him down to ask about it still never received it. I then asked another staff member to get me the drink and she did . Meanwhile my toddlers meal was already finish

I ordered the avocado egg rolls from California Pizza Kitchen, and I’m genuinely confused. How are you supposed to eat egg rolls with sauce cups that are barely half full? One dip and it’s gone. That doesn’t make any sense. If the sauce is part of the dish, it should actually be enough to eat the dish. For the price, this feels careless and disappointing. Definitely not the experience I expect.

I keep giving you a chance but the food is terrible and the service as well. I waited approximately 40min for a salad and I would have kept waiting had I not asked another server where is my salad. Needless to say it was cold (the steak and home fries), soggy and just terrible. Mac and cheese also real thin on the cheese. I mean how can you have such poor cheap meal such as Mac and cheese. Eww. I’m done with CA pizza. No wonder it was empty vs Chillys 45min wait.

Last Saturday, we visited California Kitchen and had a wonderful dining experience. The ambiance was inviting and lively, perfect for a casual outing. Leo, our waiter, was exceptionally attentive and polite, ensuring our needs were met promptly and courteously. The menu offered a delightful variety of California-inspired dishes, all prepared with fresh ingredients. We ordered multiple dishes. Overall, California Kitchen provided a fantastic combination of excellent service, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere, and we look forward to returning soon!!