Chain Gang: Pulled-pork pizza from California Pizza Kitchen

Habanero Carnitas Pizza from California Pizza Kitchen.
Habanero Carnitas Pizza from California Pizza Kitchen.
Posted: June 14, 2012

The chain: California Pizza Kitchen

Location: 4040 City Ave.

Order time: Leisurely.

Price: $13.

Company Description: "Slow-roasted pulled pork, red onions, cilantro pesto, Mozzarella and Queso Quesadilla cheese with SPICY habanero salsa."

Calories: 1,170, with 6 grams of fiber, 65 grams of protein, 18 grams of saturated fat, 2,210 mgs. of salt and 118 grams of carbs.

Review: CPK has a variety of odd, interesting pizza choices, but the Gang decided to pig out on this new pulled-pork entry. It doesn't taste like anything you might find in South Philly, but the smoky pork goes well with a pair of cheeses, and the crust had a tasty sweetness to it. The pizza also comes with a pinkish salsa to spoon on, which adds a nice kick.

Summary: The best way to eat at CPK is to take every dish and split it in half for a second meal. It's not quite Cheesecake Factory decadence, but the flavor still comes with a lot of fat, sugar and salt. 

Every other Thursday the Chain Gang reviews the latest chain restaurant dishes.

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