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Now open in The Promenade at Westlake, RED O Taste of Mexico offers a refined, Tulum-inspired dining experience where modern luxury meets authentic Mexican cuisine. Currently serving dinner starting at 3pm daily, and Happy Hour from 2-5pm and 8:30pm to close.
Sleek space with an outdoor patio offering elevated Mexican cuisine & gourmet cocktails.
Hours
| Friday | 12–11 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 12–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 120 Promenade Way Suite C, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Phone: (805) 600-0902
Website: https://redorestaurant.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
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.
… moreFood-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.
Karina Garcia
Red O Taste of Mexico … came by for drinks and the selection is amazing. I had the El Coyote: roasted pineapple–infused Union mezcal, lemon juice, Giffard ginger liqueur, agave, and a tajín rim. They told me it actually takes days to prepare this drink, which explains how good it is. If you’re in the area, definitely swing by and grab a drink.
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Our server Nina was awesome! Came here for joint bday dinner with a girlfriend. Ordered goat cheese tamales, scallops aguachiles, chicken enchiladas suizas. Churros and tres leches cake (bday surprise) for dessert.
Everything was delicious except the enchiladas. Once we asked for more tomatillo sauce, it was better…but the chicken texture was a tad pastey and flavorless.
Also had the best cocktail ever…tamarindo vodka with strawberry puree
Would return.
… moreEverything was delicious except the enchiladas. Once we asked for more tomatillo sauce, it was better…but the chicken texture was a tad pastey and flavorless.
Also had the best cocktail ever…tamarindo vodka with strawberry puree
Would return.
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.
… moreWe 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.
Sam S
Amazing atmosphere, it’s very inviting! The staff were very accommodating and helpful, especially the GM Oliver! Wonderful food. Just need the drinks to be a little bit more heavy handed on the pour and this is your home away from Mexico.
… moreJanet 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.
… moreGillian Goldman
FINALLY after 2 years + we get Red O in Westlake! We held off on coming for the opening and decided to go for a late lunch on a Monday afternoon. It wasn’t crowded at all, but we knew several people at the bar which was fun.
We didn’t get a whole bunch of different dishes and opted for goat cheese, corn tamales for an appetizer, and chicken and shrimp fajitas and shrimp and steak fajitas. The flavors were excellent and everything was really well prepared. However, my normal experience with fajitas is that you get sour cream, guacamole, salsa, as well as rice and beans as part of the dish. The only thing that came with the dish was rice and beans. I asked for guacamole, and I got a very small serving, which was fine. However, when I asked for salsa, I got a very, very small serving and I believe the bartender who we know from another establishment made sure that we got enough salsa. I found that very odd maybe that was because we didn’t order chips and salsa… but overall the flavors were delicious.
My other big criteria when doing reviews is the room… I used to go to the red O in Los Angeles and the room was much more posh and cool. This room seems a lot more casual/Baja than upscale. However, it was still comfortable, and the bar is really nice. So for me that was a little bit of a letdown, but didn’t distract overall. I’m sure we’ll be back.
… moreWe didn’t get a whole bunch of different dishes and opted for goat cheese, corn tamales for an appetizer, and chicken and shrimp fajitas and shrimp and steak fajitas. The flavors were excellent and everything was really well prepared. However, my normal experience with fajitas is that you get sour cream, guacamole, salsa, as well as rice and beans as part of the dish. The only thing that came with the dish was rice and beans. I asked for guacamole, and I got a very small serving, which was fine. However, when I asked for salsa, I got a very, very small serving and I believe the bartender who we know from another establishment made sure that we got enough salsa. I found that very odd maybe that was because we didn’t order chips and salsa… but overall the flavors were delicious.
My other big criteria when doing reviews is the room… I used to go to the red O in Los Angeles and the room was much more posh and cool. This room seems a lot more casual/Baja than upscale. However, it was still comfortable, and the bar is really nice. So for me that was a little bit of a letdown, but didn’t distract overall. I’m sure we’ll be back.
B G
Wasn’t sure what to expect in our first visit to Red O at the Westlake Promenade. I’ll admit to some skepticism, but we were pleasantly surprised. Everything is made in their scratch kitchen, as explained by our server. Every staff member was pleasant and super professional. He knew every answer to questions about ingredients and preparations, making some excellent suggestions.
We started with the duck taquitos. These are probably the best taquitos I’ve ever had. Very plump and filled with tender and juicy duck. They were crispy but not rock hard. The highest quality with tasty guacamole, too.
We also had the branzino zerandeado, a type of preparation where the fish is butterflied, then grilled on both sides before being finished in the oven (at least, that’s their version). This was also one of my favorite branzino preparations ever! So moist and a little smoky with excellent seasoning. It was delicate and hearty at the same time – enough for two, really – and served with handmade tortillas, avocado and grilled onion.
The carne asada fajitas were pretty straight forward. Just well seasoned steak (8 oz?) with rice and beans, along with those fresh tortillas.
Between courses, staff cleared and replaced our silver. When it came time for boxing leftovers, our server boxed up our food tableside. Nice touches that will guarantee a return! The place looks like a resort in Tulum with large dining areas and a large bar with a daily happy hour.
… moreWe started with the duck taquitos. These are probably the best taquitos I’ve ever had. Very plump and filled with tender and juicy duck. They were crispy but not rock hard. The highest quality with tasty guacamole, too.
We also had the branzino zerandeado, a type of preparation where the fish is butterflied, then grilled on both sides before being finished in the oven (at least, that’s their version). This was also one of my favorite branzino preparations ever! So moist and a little smoky with excellent seasoning. It was delicate and hearty at the same time – enough for two, really – and served with handmade tortillas, avocado and grilled onion.
The carne asada fajitas were pretty straight forward. Just well seasoned steak (8 oz?) with rice and beans, along with those fresh tortillas.
Between courses, staff cleared and replaced our silver. When it came time for boxing leftovers, our server boxed up our food tableside. Nice touches that will guarantee a return! The place looks like a resort in Tulum with large dining areas and a large bar with a daily happy hour.
Ray Gonzales State Farm Agent
The RED O Taste of Mexico offers spacious seating, attentive staff and management, and authentic Mexican cuisine. The name “RED O” pays homage to the RED ONION, while “Taste of Mexico” reflects the authentic recipes from the renowned Chef Rick Bayless, who has won numerous awards and authored numerous books.
To minimize your wait time, highly recommend making a reservation in advance. Despite only being open for two weeks, the word of mouth is spreading rapidly!
One of the standout appetizers is their crispy empanada toppings. They are incredibly delicious, and my wife raved about their authentic Mexican Caesar salad. It has a rich, unique taste that sets it apart from other Caesar salads.
For the main dishes, we indulged in both the sizzling carne asada fajitas and the king of the main dishes: their one-of-a-kind and incredibly tender branzino. We’ve had branzino from various locations, but this definitely ranks among the best we’ve ever had. It is bursting with flavor and incredibly tender, an original creation from Chef Rick Bayless. The manager, Joey, also mentioned that their lamb is unbelievably delicious.
To end your meal on a sweet note, their passion fruit butter cake is a must-try. It is incredibly tender and bursting with rich flavor, especially with the coconut ice cream.
… moreTo minimize your wait time, highly recommend making a reservation in advance. Despite only being open for two weeks, the word of mouth is spreading rapidly!
One of the standout appetizers is their crispy empanada toppings. They are incredibly delicious, and my wife raved about their authentic Mexican Caesar salad. It has a rich, unique taste that sets it apart from other Caesar salads.
For the main dishes, we indulged in both the sizzling carne asada fajitas and the king of the main dishes: their one-of-a-kind and incredibly tender branzino. We’ve had branzino from various locations, but this definitely ranks among the best we’ve ever had. It is bursting with flavor and incredibly tender, an original creation from Chef Rick Bayless. The manager, Joey, also mentioned that their lamb is unbelievably delicious.
To end your meal on a sweet note, their passion fruit butter cake is a must-try. It is incredibly tender and bursting with rich flavor, especially with the coconut ice cream.
stephanie pelletier
I used to go to the location in West Hollywood and I’m happy to see they opened in Westlake Village. I’m keto and was so happy to see they had an entree for me. I wasn’t in the mood for salmon so they were able to sub blackened chicken. The cauliflower rice was amazing. The drinks and guacamole were also solid. Their team is very attentive and will make you feel very cared for. The atmosphere feels resort like and is excellent for date night. Their patio is an excellent spot to enjoy time with friends or a more casual experience. Definitely check this new location out.
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