California Pizza Kitchen

California Pizza Kitchen California Pizza Kitchen, located on East Via Rancho Parkway in Escondido, is a popular casual-dining restaurant that offers an innovative menu featuring a wide selection of pizzas, salads, pastas, sandwiches, gluten-free and vegetarian options, premium wines, beers, handcrafted beverages and delectable desserts. The inventor of the original BBQ Chicken Pizza also offers catering and delivery services to satisfy customers' palates.
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kinda chic to be at CPK
08/13/2026

kinda chic to be at CPK

08/08/2026

Worth the wait, always

Only one to go!
08/05/2026

Only one to go!

07/31/2026

Add this to your TBR. 📚

The story behind CPK is just as iconic as the pizza. Ranked Amazons #1 Best Seller, The California Pizza Kitchen Story, co-founder Rick Rosenfield shares how two former federal prosecutors changed the way America eats pizza.

You plan the road trip. We’ll handle the food stops
07/17/2026

You plan the road trip.
We’ll handle the food stops

07/15/2026

Wanted to bring a little California energy to the streets of Philadelphia.

07/14/2026

National Mac 'N' Cheese Day ASMR

LA, match day is almost here! ⚽️🔥Spain and Belgium are facing off in LA and we’re bringing a Face-Pizza to the Mobile Ki...
07/09/2026

LA, match day is almost here! ⚽️🔥

Spain and Belgium are facing off in LA and we’re bringing a Face-Pizza to the Mobile Kitchen.

🇧🇪 Belgian Smoked Ham & Endive Pizza — inspired by the classic Chicons au Gratin
🇪🇸 Spicy Chorizo Pizza — Inspired by the bold flavors of Spanish Chorizo Tapas

Find the Mobile Kitchen near Santa Monica pier on Friday, July 10, from 11-5!

07/08/2026

Thank you to all the CPK fans who stopped by our Mobile Kitchen to celebrate the LA Knockout Round matches and try our custom match-day-inspired pizzas ft. Schnitzel repping Austria & Spicy Chorizo for Spain ⚽🍕

Missed us this time? Mobile Kitchen's back July 10th with our Spain vs Belgium Face-Off Pizza. See you there!

07/03/2026

The Original BBQ Chicken Pizza belongs at the center of every 4th of July BBQ. 🍕🔥

California Pizza Kitchen Escondido is Now Open for take-out, curbside, and delivery! Tag your pizza-lovin’ friends below...
05/07/2020

California Pizza Kitchen Escondido is Now Open for take-out, curbside, and delivery!
Tag your pizza-lovin’ friends below ⬇️🍕
See you soon!

On January 16th, CPK is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association for an all-day, ALL-California fundraiser in support...
01/14/2020

On January 16th, CPK is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association for an all-day, ALL-California fundraiser in support of The Longest Day event, which encourages volunteers from across the world to come together on the day with the most light — the summer solstice — to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Simply show or mention this post to your server & 20%* of your check will be donated.

*Fundraiser valid on 1/16/2020 only at participating California locations. For more information, visit http://www.cpk.com/AlzheimersAssociation

California Pizza Kitchen is partnering with California Fire Foundation for an all-day statewide California fundraiser on...
09/24/2019

California Pizza Kitchen is partnering with California Fire Foundation for an all-day statewide California fundraiser on Wednesday, September 25th* in honor of firefighter appreciation month.

To participate, just show or mention this post to your server and 20% of your check will be donated.

Learn more about California Fire Foundation at https://www.cafirefoundation.org/

*Fundraiser valid on 9/25/19 only at participating California locations. CPK will donate 20% (twenty percent) of food and beverage purchases from participating guest checks that mention they are dining to support the California Fire Foundation fundraiser. Not valid at airports, stadiums, universities or franchised locations. Not valid for third-party delivery. Tax, gratuity, gift card, and retail sales are excluded from the donation.

This Wednesday give your pizza an extra delicious purpose!California Pizza Kitchen has partnered with Police and Fire: T...
01/28/2019

This Wednesday give your pizza an extra delicious purpose!

California Pizza Kitchen has partnered with Police and Fire: The Fallen Heroes for an all-day, statewide fundraiser* in California on Wednesday, January 30th.

To participate, just show this post and say you are dining to support Police and Fire: The Fallen Heroes and 20% of your check will be donated to support the family of Corporal Ronil Singh.

Learn more about The Fallen Hero’s organization at https://thefallenheroes.org

*Fundraiser valid on 1/30/19 only. CPK will donate 20% (twenty percent) of food and beverage purchases from participating guest checks that mention they are dining to support the California Fire Foundation fundraiser. Valid at participating CA locations. Not valid at stadiums, university or airport locations.

This Tuesday, give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕California Pizza Kitchen has partnered with the California Fi...
12/14/2018

This Tuesday, give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕

California Pizza Kitchen has partnered with the California Fire Foundation for an all-day fundraiser on December 18th with 20% of your check going to support the communities and firefighters impacted by the recent California wild fires.*

Learn more about California Fire Foundation at http://www.cafirefoundation.org

Just show this post and say you're here to make a difference. :)

*Valid at participating locations. Not valid at Hawaii locations. Not valid at franchise locations in Guam, the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas, and the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, stadiums, university, international or airport locations

Today’s the day to give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕In support of Firefighter Appreciation Month, California...
09/11/2018

Today’s the day to give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕

In support of Firefighter Appreciation Month, California Pizza Kitchen has partnered with the California Fire Foundation for a statewide fundraiser* to honor our firefighters and support families of the fallen.

Learn more about California Fire Foundation at http://www.cafirefoundation.org

Just show this post and say you're here to support the firefighters and the communities they protect. :)

*Valid at all participating California locations

Next Tuesday, give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕We are hosting an all-day fundraiser at ALL of our California...
09/04/2018

Next Tuesday, give your pizza an extra delicious purpose! 🍕

We are hosting an all-day fundraiser at ALL of our California locations* on September 11th with 20% of your check supporting the California Fire Foundation in support of Firefighter Appreciation Month.

Learn more about California Fire Foundation at http://www.cafirefoundation.org

Just show this post and say you're here to support the firefighters and the communities they protect. :)

*Valid at all participating California locations

Address

200 East Via Rancho Parkway
Escondido, CA
92025

Directions to the pizza place and new American restaurant and caterer at East Via Rancho Parkway in Escondido:

Public Transport:
- Take the Sprinter light rail to the Escondido Transit Center
- Transfer to the Route 350 bus heading towards Palomar College
- Get off at Westfield North County Transit Center
- Walk approximately 15 minutes east on E Via Rancho Pkwy

Driving/Parking:
- From I-15, take exit 27 for Westfield North County
- Merge onto E Via Rancho Pkwy
- The restaurant will be on your right-hand side
- There is a parking lot available for customers.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

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California Pizza Kitchen, located on East Via Rancho Parkway in Escondido, is a must-visit for pizza lovers. Known for their original BBQ Chicken Pizza, this casual-dining restaurant offers a wide variety of other pizzas, salads, pastas, sandwiches, gluten-free and vegetarian options, premium wines, beers, and handcrafted beverages. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner with friends and family, CPK has something for everyone. The innovative menu items are sure to impress even the most discerning palates. Additionally, they offer catering and delivery services to make your life easier. The desserts are also worth mentioning - they are absolutely delicious! Overall, California Pizza Kitchen is a great spot to enjoy some tasty food in a relaxed atmosphere.