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    California Fresh

    4.1 (406 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    CALIFORNIA FRESH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Cali Turkey Panini
    Zan L.

    I live very close by and can say California Fresh is always consistently really good and the service is always very fast. It reminds me a lot of Tender Greens in that they have many different types of proteins that you can choose from and then different types of delivery methods whether it be on a plate, in a bowl, or in a sandwich. They have tables to dine in, but most people choose to go, which is usually our choice as well. They have a large menu to choose from and a medium size parking lot attached so parking is free and easy. For our most recent meal, we chose the White Fish Plate with two sides, spiced Cajun style, and also the Turkey and Avocado Panini. Between the two the plate was my favorite because the fish was a large sized portion and cooked perfectly. The Panini was good, but not the traditional Italian type of Panini. I wish it would have baguette bread instead of the bread they serve. Overall really quick and convenient option in Westwood and I definitely would recommend and plan to be back many times in the future.

    Ignacio O.

    I order pizza for my kids and half way done with the pizza my wife found a maggot on the pepperoni still moving that's so disgusting.

    Chicken Shawarma Plate
    Mark L.

    Great food, good prices, amazing service! And there was parking, perfect place for lunch in Westwood.

    BBQ Chicken Pizza
    Franklin C.

    Parking is very convenient, since its in the back. My friends and I came over to meet since I was craving for pizza and hummus, and this was the most convenient location for me out in the West Side. One thing to notice is to bring a jacket since it is pretty chilly here and the place aroma is pretty much like a deli feel with several tables. Most utensils are available and pretty much self-service for setting up the table. I forgot to add the free drink but there is that option on Yelp! We got to eat the the grilled chicken kabob hummus plate and two different pizzas ( buffalo chicken and pepperoni) that were medium size and delicious. Would come back to eat here for a quick take-out.

    What I was expecting. And stopped my whole day to experience again.
    Keri F.

    Awe man. How about yall tell me what rating I should give this place. A few weeks ago, I found myself walking down Westwood Blvd after a very expensive eye exam. Lots of Thai, and other places but I happened to glance across the road and spotted California Fresh. Could this be the California Fresh I had missed for so long after they left Downtown LA waaaay back in 2013? I had to find out. The restaurant had a few customers, I knew exactly what I wanted - and without incident I picked my favorite medi combo plate... grilled salmon, rice and chopped salad with hummus and pita. But would it be the same taste I missed for over a decade? Yes. The service was amazing, the food hot, fresh baked pita bread warmed to perfection. I ate it so fast - I gave plenty of thought to reordering another plate to go. I was truly happy to have California Fresh back in my life, so imagine how happy I was driving around two weeks later and discovering I was only a block or two away. I found parking. Went in through the back door walked up to the counter with bright eyes, bushy tale and a hunger for California Fresh you wouldn't believe. But.... As soon as the woman behind the counter took a look at me her face dropped to an uncomfortable frown. She didn't even say hi. When I said hi, her response was "is this for here or to go?" I immediately felt unwelcomed. But I figured oh well, this is Westwood and she probably thinks she has more money than me and I'm just a pion here to chase away her customers. I can't say I was dressed for the ballroom but I wasn't in gang attire either. But anywho. I tried to explain to her how happy I was to have found Cal Fresh to break the ice, and she cracked a smile For a bit - so I let her convince me to buy some bagel bites instead of baclavara. Or what ever that sweet sticky stuff is called. But just then. I realized I had left my wallet in the car. No biggie - I'll be right back. My wallet was no where to be found. But I was determined to fill my hot mouth with Salmon. It's so delish and grilled to perfection. The spices, the rice and the salad and hummus dip! OMG. Took me about 10 minutes to fiddle around on the phone with the banks to transfer money to Apple Pay. But I did. And I marched right back in there to finish my purchase. This time again as soon as the lady saw me her face turned to disgust. I'm thinking damn. Is there bird poop on my face? So I ask if she's the owner - and she says yes... and I can tell cuz only owners don't care if they lose $40. Although most would never let an employee get away with that. So she rings me up. I'm like. Whatever ...I go fill a soda and sit down. Not 10 seconds she comes and presents me with a plate. Plops it down to show me just how little she cares I'm there. I mean no sense of hospitality, care. And look at the plate. I was taken a back. First my mind is thinking - where the hell did she get this plate from? Is this her lunch? I bring it up and she tells me although I didn't pay, and left the restaurant, they already started making the food so here it is. Hmmm. That's odd. And already red flag #2. Now I like to give everyone 3 chances. So I let her convince me to at least try it. But then I realized hey! There's no Pita bread. And no vegetables. I sware I don't know whose plate this was but it wasn't mine. I pulled up the photo. She probably didn't expect that. But as a published food critic for over 15 years and over 100k food photos... lady please. "That's not even the same rice" I said - that's the only rice we have she replied. I thought I was in the gosh darn twighlight zone. Look at that hummus I thought it myself... something ain't right. Has this place been over taken by aliens? I was hungry so I tried the salmon. It tasted okay. But it was only grilled in one side - the underbelly was soft and cold and steamed up from the plastic plate... it wasn't sitting on a bed of rice, keeping it warm, and soaking up its flavor - NO... it was drab. I tried the pita bread. It too was cold. At that point I just got grossed out. Was this food from the garbage? I was like. Yo. I'm out of here. I got in my $45000 car and was about to take off when an elderly man came out to apologize and offer my money back. He also brought me a sweet desert. The desert was so good.... I almost want to go back. But how can I? The owner hates me for no reason. So I guess this will be my last memory of California Fresh. I may not go back but if they would have kept their word and refunded. I would have left a far better review. I think it was sweet he came out. And it's never my intention to harm a business. But integrity is everything. Over all I would still recommend the salmon plate. As long as she ain't making it. The whole time she was looking down her nose at me. Absolutely my pet peeve. Seeing we all have the same Olive Oil in our veins.

    Outside
    Richard O.

    The chicken kebab was delicious, but I saw plenty of sweets that I would comeback for. Chocolate chip cookies and bread pudding looked really good. Would definitely return to try other things on their menu.

    Moroccan Spicy Fish
    Daph H.

    After years of living walking distance, I finally tried California Fresh after reading the positive Yelp reviews. I placed my order online and it was ready when I came to pick up. I was delighted to see that the chicken kabob plate ($12.50) came with two skewers. Most places around here charge more and only give you one skewer. It came with rice, Israeli salad (chopped tomatoes and cucumbers), hummus and pita. The kabobs were fairly standard, with tomatoes and onions. They bake their own pita, which definitely made eating the hummus more enjoyable. My husband got the Moroccan Spicy Whitefish which wasn't that spicy - two pieces of fish in a tomato sauce with garbanzo beans, carrots, bell peppers, and cilantro on top of a bed of rice. They also have salads, paninis, wraps, bowls, pizzas and pastas. It's a casual little neighborhood spot that's a lot less busy than CCC. They don't have indoor dining right now, but do have a few tables outside. I'm bumping it up to four stars, thanks to fresh baked pita, hummus and two skewers (I'm always looking for a big bang for my buck). Small parking lot in back.

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    I ordered here many times and Angel the Supervisor he's always nice and very helpful and the food is always good.

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    Amazing food, outstanding service, high quality at a reasonable price. Absolutely love this place.

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