RED O CANTINA - Santa Monica (CA)

3 /5 Medina 619: I really wanted to enjoy this spot, but my experience was a bit disappointing. I ordered the Molcajete, which came with only a few small pieces of steak and chicken — the portion felt pretty limited. The Ceviche Negro had a nice flavor profile but could’ve used a bit more salt to really bring it together. The Mangonada mostly tasted like mango juice mixed with liquor and ice — not quite the rich, balanced flavor I expected. Also, the pork rinds were extremely hard to chew, which made that part of the dish unpleasant. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and presentation, but I hope the kitchen pays more attention to texture, portion size, and consistency — there’s definitely potential for improvement.

5 /5 Sarah Haight: LOVE this place! Super conveniently located near the beach and hotels. The staff is super friendly and attentive. The food is great, tequila options galore. The super cute photographer comes around and takes your picture. Thanks again for such a fun night!!

5 /5 Genesis J Lopez: This beautiful little restaurant off of Santa Monica Beach was a really nice experience on travels. It was the day that I proposed to my beautiful fiancé on her birthday weekend. This is one of the places we stopped to grab a bite to eat. They were very friendly and professional. They were kind enough to congratulate us and show good hospitality. Theyre Mexican pizza is so amazing. We wanted more of it before we even received our main dish. I highly recommend this place. Thank you Red O Cantina.

5 /5 Juan Moreno Coronado: We went for dinner without a reservation and were served promptly. The waiters were exceptionally attentive! The dishes arrived quickly and were delicious. The price is reasonable considering the service, the quality of the food, and the location.