RED O Taste of Mexico - Thousand Oaks (CA)

5 /5 Denise Fernandez: From the moment we walked into Red O, everything about this restaurant was exceptional. The atmosphere was fantastic and the space itself is absolutely beautiful—warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed down to the smallest detail. The management and staff were truly incredible: welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about providing a great experience. The food was pure perfection. The filet mignon was cooked flawlessly—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented—and the salmon risotto was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. This was an outstanding dining experience from start to finish, and I can’t wait to return!! Highly recommended.

5 /5 Janet G.: Amazing food and service! The Branzino fish did have a few bones, but was still outstanding and very moist. Would definitely order it again. The shrimp with pasta was also tasty as were the plantains. Our server, Darius, was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu at this new and popular restaurant. Hope to return soon with another all-important Reservation.

4 /5 Tom Drury: My wife and I sat in the lounge at Red O and had an overall good experience. We started with the guacamole and plantain chips $16, plus the red chips and salsa $3. Not sure I have ever been charged for chips and salsa. I had a bottle of Modelo ($10) and my wife had a cucumber refresher ($17). Food-wise, the goat cheese tamale was excellent and definitely a standout. We also ordered two very large cauliflower tempura tacos, the fajita steak and chicken, and the Mexico City esquites. Everything was good overall, though the fajitas could have used a bit more flavor. The lounge was very loud, so keep that in mind if you’re looking for a quieter dinner. Service, however, was excellent — our server Alexa was attentive, friendly, and even packed up our leftovers for us, which was appreciated. Overall, good food, great service, and a fun vibe if you don’t mind the noise.

5 /5 Lonney Gordon: Our family of four dined at Red O last night, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The ambience is truly remarkable. The design is meant to transport you to a resort in Mexico, and it succeeds beautifully. The atmosphere immediately set the tone for a memorable evening. We started with guacamole alongside chips and salsa, and it was easily some of the best guacamole I’ve ever had. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. For entrées, I ordered three tacos: Carne Asada, short rib, and crispy chicken. Each one was exceptional. The Carne Asada was tender and deeply flavorful, while the short rib and chicken each stood out in their own way. It was hard to pick a favorite. My wife and our two kids (ages nine and thirteen) loved their meals as well. The whole family agreed it was a five star experience, both in food and service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and helped make the evening even more enjoyable. Red O is a restaurant we’ll absolutely be returning to. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys elevated Mexican cuisine in a beautiful, vacation like setting.