Pizza Alfredo
Grilled chicken, mushrooms, red bell peppers, spinach, and housemade Alfredo sauce.
$17.25
House Fave
Caioti
Pizza Cafe
Pizza · Italian · Breakfast & Brunch
Est. 1987
Now Catering
Outdoor Dining
Vegan Friendly
Dog Friendly
A Studio City institution for over 35 years. Home of the legendary labor-inducing salad, wood-fired California pizzas, vegan-friendly options, and Groundworks organic coffee — now with catering and outdoor dining.
753
Yelp reviews
3.8★
35+
Years open
Now available
Outdoor Dining
Enjoy your meal al fresco in our newly expanded patio — dog-friendly, sun-drenched, and perfect for any occasion.
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New service
We Now Cater
Bring Caioti's pizzas, salads, and pastas to your next event. Corporate, private parties, and everything in between.
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Popular dishes
Fresh California ingredients, generous portions, and flavors that keep Studio City coming back for decades.
The Labor
Inducing Salad
For over three decades, expectant mothers have made the pilgrimage to Caioti for this legendary dish — fresh romaine, watercress, gorgonzola, and walnuts in our housemade balsamic dressing. Whether it works by magic or science, it's become one of LA's most beloved legends.
$13.95
Q: Does it actually work?
"Yes — she was at 0 cm. Went into labor 10 hours later." — Kevin S.
Q: Is the dressing vegan without cheese?
"Yes, but if you take the cheese off, it no longer works as intended." — Cesar F.
We Now Cater
Bring the Caioti experience to your next event. From corporate luncheons to birthday celebrations, we craft custom menus featuring our California pizzas, legendary salads, and seasonal pastas — delivered fresh and ready to impress.
Call to book cateringCorporate Events
Office lunches, team meetings, and company parties.
Private Parties
Birthdays, baby showers, and milestone celebrations.
Custom Menus
Tailored to your guests, dietary needs, and budget.
Delivery Available
We bring it fresh to your location across the Valley.
Outdoor Dining
Our newly expanded patio brings the Caioti experience outside. Enjoy fresh California air alongside our wood-fired pizzas and legendary salads.
Dog Friendly
Bring your four-legged friend — our patio welcomes well-behaved dogs.
Sun-Drenched Patio
Open seating in a relaxed, neighborhood setting perfect for all occasions.
Great for Groups
Plenty of room for families, friends, and parties of all sizes.
Reserve Your Spot
Call (818) 761-3588 for large party reservations.
Recent reviews
3.8 stars across 753 reviews on Yelp.
★★★★★
"The breakfast pizza was fantastic. The omelette had lovely full cloves of roasted garlic hidden inside, and the tots were delicious. Service was friendly."
Los Angeles, CA · Elite Yelper · Aug 2025
★★★★★
"The kale in the salad was delicious. I'm more confused than anything — I'm unsure of the magic required to make me rave about a salad. My only regret is not coming sooner."
Alhambra, CA · Elite Yelper · Sep 2025
★★★★★
"I had the bison meat pizza — grilled onions topped this cheesy and delicious masterpiece. The seating area is large and perfect for large parties or families."
Los Angeles, CA · Elite Yelper · Dec 2024
Hours & info
Hours
Monday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location & contact
- caiotistudiocity@gmail.com
- 4346 Tujunga Ave, Studio City, CA 91604
- (818) 761-3588
- caiotipizzacafemenu.com
- Catering now available — call to book
- Outdoor & patio dining
- Delivery & takeout available
- Dog friendly · Good for kids & groups
- Vegan options · Takes reservations
Vegan friendly.
Always has been.
We believe great food should work for everyone. Caioti has always offered generous vegan options — from plant-based pizzas and salads to pasta dishes made without animal products. Just ask your server and we'll make it work.
Vegan Dishes
Our dough and sauce are vegan by default. Ask us to build your perfect plant-based pizza with fresh seasonal toppings.
Vegan Salads
Fresh California greens, roasted vegetables, and house-made dressings. Ask about our vegan-friendly modifications.
Vegan Pasta
Plant-based pasta options available. Our kitchen is happy to accommodate — just let your server know.
Groundworks Coffee
We proudly serve Groundworks Organic Coffee — certified organic, B Corp certified, and locally roasted in LA since 1990. Available with any plant-based milk.
As seen in.
The legend of Caioti's labor-inducing salad has captured the hearts of media outlets nationwide — from local LA press to national television.
TODAY Show — NBC
"The Restaurant Famous for its Maternity Salad"
Hilary Duff ordered the salad hoping to kickstart labor. TODAY's own Siri Daly turned to the famed salad twice — and it worked both times.
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LAist
"I'll Have the Salad… and a Baby"
LAist explores the urban legend that began when a group of very pregnant women dined at Caioti — and all went into labor the same night.
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LA Weekly
"Maternity Greens: Caioti's Labor-Inducing Salad"
The secret dressing recipe is so guarded that even kitchen staff have signed confidentiality agreements. The restaurant sells 100–300 bottles of dressing online every month.
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Atlas Obscura
"Caioti Pizza Cafe — A Studio City Destination"
Atlas Obscura named Caioti one of LA's most unique dining destinations — serving an average of fifty pregnant women a week who come for the legendary salad.
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News9 — National Coverage
"Inside the LA Restaurant Famous for its Labor-Inducing Salad"
National coverage of how Caioti became a destination for expectant mothers across the country — "We're going to get the salad," customers say as they walk in.
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Also featured on
The Doctors TV Show · Good Morning America · E! News · People Magazine · The Bump
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