Celina Marquez

First time here. Was recommended by a friend. Outstanding service by our waiter Alberto!! 5⭐️ to you!! Thank you Alberto for making it a wonderful and special experience for my family. We celebrated here after our baptism. Alberto made us feel special on this important day!! Service was on point. 🤗Atmosphere was great. Good vibe. Food was delicious!! I will recommend this place to my family and friends. We will definitely come back again!!!

+6

rated by maryam • food critic

We came to Red O for an early birthday dinner for my daughter and it turned into a total win. The kids split steak tacos and a quesadilla with fries and cleared their plates. Portions were perfect and I love that they don’t drop a giant bowl of chips so you actually enjoy what you ordered. My Caesar with grilled chicken was chopped beautifully, creamy dressing clinging to every leaf, pepitas for crunch, and proper croutons. The wild salmon was a generous 8-ounce fillet over a cauliflower risotto, flaky and seasoned just right. The bar is dialed in too. They stock green Chartreuse and make a proper Last Word. Big shoutout to Edgar for warm, attentive service. He remembered the serrano chiles, kept the table moving, and made the night feel easy. We finished with the butter cake topped with a sparkler for the birthday moment. Walking-distance gem. I’ll be back.

+19

Chancey Chrisjohn

Fun spot. A good mix of locals and visitors. Music was good, sat at the bar and ordered the Enchilada Trio. Came out fast, hot and not as spicy as I would of hoped for but still really tasty. Chips and salsa were a good size and only 3 bucks. Bartenders were attentive and served great drinks.

aliyah evans

We had the best experience here! We had Danny as a server and he was incredible. Food knowledge was incredibly impressive. Made me and my boyfriend feel very comfortable and gave us the best experience. The general manager Robert was so kind and made sure we were well taken care of. The food was incredible and the cocktails were beyond fantastic. The flor de alma is one of the best cocktails I’ve ever tried and it even came with a little show. An amazing experience overall.

Joanne Chen

I received a gift certificate a while ago and wanted to give it a try! The food is beyond my expectation. Very nice restaurant with good tasted Mexican style food. I am very pleased with the service and the seating. We sat outside for dinner because it was still light and bright. Good place for friends and family gathering. Bringing my family to Red O again today and everyone is so happy with their food!

+13

Miguel Sanchez (Mich)

I had the pleasure of dining at Red O Restaurant in Newport Beach, and I was blown away by the exceptional service, stunning ambiance, and most importantly, the incredible cuisine. The standout dish for me was undoubtedly the Sand Fish, which was cooked to perfection and presented with flair. I was impressed by the generous portion size, and the presentation was almost too beautiful to eat (almost). Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations. The atmosphere was upscale yet approachable, with a vibrant energy that made for a memorable dining experience. The Sand Fish is an absolute must-try for anyone visiting Red O, and I highly recommend pairing it with a glass of their expertly curated wine selection. Overall, my experience at Red O was exceptional. If you're looking for a top-notch dining experience in Newport Beach, look no further than Red O Restaurant.

Ron Hoopes

What a great experience. As a small company we wanted to do something special for a holiday dinner. We were able to get a table for 12 on a weeknight with more than a month of planning ahead. This was a first dining experience at the Red O for almost all of us, and we were all quite pleased with our meals. As a bonus, we were fortunate to have awesome servers who were very attentive and pleasant. Once I saw the desserts I realized I really needed to write a review. We shared dessert platters and what a great way to end the night. So tasty, and so fun. I definitely plan to come back to try other items on the menu.

My husband and I love checking out new spots for our Friday lunches and had a nearby event so chose Red O for this week. We ordered the short rib torta and the quesadilla express lunches for $16 and …

My husband and I love checking out new spots for our Friday lunches and had a nearby event so chose Red O for this week. We ordered the short rib torta and the quesadilla express lunches for $16 …

Such a fun place for brunch. The service here has always been great. Food is amazing! I love that they have true bottomless mimosas! Super fun for a girls brunch!

We recently hosted a corporate happy hour at Red O, we were more than happy with the service we received! Appetizers, drinks, and the patio were amazing. We would def recommend and will be coming bac…

Such a fun place for brunch. The service here has always been great. food is amazing! I love that they have true bottomless mimosas! Super fun for a girls brunch!

We recently hosted a corporate happy hour at Red O, we were more than happy with the service we received! appetizers, drinks, and the patio were amazing. We would def recommend and will be coming b…

Such a fun place for brunch. The service here has always been great. Food is amazing! I love that they have true bottomless mimosas! Super fun for a girls brunch!

We recently hosted a corporate happy hour at Red O, we were more than happy with the service we received! Appetizers, drinks, and the patio were amazing. We would def recommend and will be coming b…

We recently hosted a corporate happy hour at Red O, we were more than happy with the service we received! Appetizers, drinks, and the patio were amazing. We would def recommend and will be coming b…

We recently hosted a corporate happy hour at Red O, we were more than happy with the service we received! Appetizers, drinks, and the patio were amazing. We would def recommend and will be coming b…

from the valet to the host to our amazing server JC, the night just kept getting better and better! the food the drinks! and JC was so educated on everything! especially the tequila!!! we had the b…

from the valet to the host to our amazing server JC, the night just kept getting better and better! the food the drinks! and JC was so educated on everything! especially the tequila!!! we had the b…

I've been on a quest to find good mexican food in OC, and I finally found it.\nKeep in mind that I used to live near the border for a long time, enjoying authentic mexican food, and I am also mar…

We visited for dinner to celebrate our son's birthday & their wedding anniversary.Their delicious healthy food was mazing.Decor is authentic & Bar Manager Gerad was very polite to complimentary serve…

We visited for dinner to celebrate our son's birthday & their wedding anniversary.Their delicious healthy food was mazing.Decor is authentic & Bar Manager Gerad was very polite to complimentary s…

Great Mexican food. Very pretty restaurant in a good location with easy parking. It's genuinely thoughtful food. I have eaten here for brunch, lunch, and dinner, but particularly love dinner. Great g…

We love the Mexican food in Newport Beach! This restaurant never disappoints! The service and food is always exceptional. Have been here several times and have never had a remotely negative exp…

We love the mexican food in Newport Beach! This restaurant never disappoints! The service and food is always exceptional. Have been here several times and have never had a remotely negative exp…

we were very happy with the service and the small bites on the Happy Hour menu. It is limited choices but all were very good. service was attentive and kind. Will return.

we were very happy with the service and the small bites on the happy hour menu. It is limited choices but all were very good. Service was attentive and kind. Will return.

OCMotivator

Outstanding food, great service, and nice ambiance. The carne asada tacos were phenomenal. Their salsa is spicy but not too spicy which make it very good. The cocktails were very good as well. The r bar is beautiful. The only thing that was disappointing was that they only offered Pepsi and no Diet Coke which is pretty standard in a higher end restaurant.

Juniormajr

This restaurant is a hot spot. The ambience created by the hip vibe is so fun. The service was great especially considering how packed it was and the food was amazing. I didn’t take pics of our appetizers. The Carnitas Empanadas, Shrimp Ceviche and Chips and Salsa were all great and the specialty drinks were tasty. There is big lots to park and valet service.

Ray Ruiz

Good vibes and atmosphere. Empanada Poppers were the highlight of the evening. Main dishes were good but not great. Would frequent again and recommend trying.

My girls and I made a reservation two nights before and we were placed in a beautiful booth. The only downside was how dark the restaurant was LOL\n\nWe got the Surf and Turf Tablita to share among…

Good spot to chill, drinks are okay, not the most consistent. Food is great but Javier still leads. :p

An upscale mexican restaurant for a special occasion. The enchilada trio had a good value and came with three different enchiladas. I also enjoyed the empanada poppers, they were crispy and fluffy …

Always good service. Good selection of items on the happy hour drinks and bites. Later in the evening you just might have a live DJ in the bar.

I was recommended to Visit this Restaurant by the staff at the Santa Monica Location so I came for a birthday and I was not disappointed made a reservation for 8 and we were sat down immediately. T…

We came in with reservations and after a minute wait, we were seated at a tiny two-top near the entry. (I often find waits weird esp when a restaurant isn't busy and there are two ppl at the hostes…

Really great place next to an indoor/outdoor mall. Very authentic and gourmet mexican cuisine. Not too pricey given the area. Make sure to get the guacamole! 1. Safe 2. Clean 3. Great service 4…

Really great place next to an indoor/outdoor mall. Very authentic and gourmet Mexican cuisine. Not too pricey given the area. Make sure to get the guacamole! 1. Safe 2. clean 3. Great service 4…

Not at all authentic mexican food but a high end take on traditional mexican dishes . Very delicious non the less. Great for a fancier date nigh or get together.be warned it's at fashion island…

First, decor wise this places is an experience- beautiful red decor- elaborate and rich. Gorgeous environment with both indoor and outdoor seating. Quite an experience. We found the service to …

prices for Happy Hour start at $11 and up. It was not always this high in the price points. atmosphere was very enjoyable...finally able to sit inside and enjoy the decor. Distancing observed fyi. …

prices for happy hour start at $11 and up. It was not always this high in the price points. Atmosphere was very enjoyable...finally able to sit inside and enjoy the decor. Distancing observed fyi. …

Mike

Overall disappointing.Modern and bright ambience. Service was great but downside was food and the feeling of being rushed to turn the tables quickly. Salsa and chips were good, better than normal but you need to pay for them. Empanadas were really good, pastry was light and ratio of filling was perfect. Mains were the letdown. We both had enchiladas, one short rib and the other shrimp. Beans and rice were bland and nothing distinctive. Beef enchiladas left me wondering “where was the beef”. Sauce on both felt very heavy. Nothing unique and for this relative price point you expect there to be

Overall disappointing.Modern and bright ambience. Service was great but downside was food and the feeling of being rushed to turn the tables quickly. Salsa and chips were good, better than normal but…

Overall disappointing.Modern and bright ambience. Service was great but downside was food and the feeling of being rushed to turn the tables quickly. Salsa and chips were good, better than normal b…

Overall disappointing.Modern and bright ambience. Service was great but downside was food and the feeling of being rushed to turn the tables quickly. Salsa and chips were good, better than normal…

Overall disappointing.Modern and bright ambience. service was great but downside was food and the feeling of being rushed to turn the tables quickly. Salsa and chips were good, better than normal b…

I arranged a date / dinner with my wife for Valentines Day (made reservations on New Years Eve). Tonight was not the “High Quality Red “ that I was used to ( I have eaten at this restaurant for mul…

Lord Van Cannon

I really wanted to like this place to 5 stars but let’s get into it. Upon walking in we were not greeted immediately. Instead a rude lady walked in front of my group of 10 asking for change. While the hostess didn’t acknowledge us at all until talking to her. After that we were taken to our table. Served water to half the people. And then missed 3 people. We had to move our own water and pass it down the table. Not starting off as a great service. Secondly one of the women in my group had a chipped wine glass cut her lip. They said “the manager will be over soon to go over this with you” The manager never came. Weren’t even comped on one drink at the end of it all either. Oh and this was a bday celebration. Not starting off so great. Eventually we got to order our food. Food took quite some time to come out. Which I can appreciate for not being fresh. However at a high end restaurant to the size of this. Wait time was completely unacceptable. Especially with the staff size. We ordered. Filet mignon Oysters Chicken mole Plantains Chicken enchiladas Ceviche Steak & chicken fajitas Rice & beans Fries Let’s start off with the filet mignon. Cooked and seasoned perfectly. Chicken mole. Tender juicy chicken. Seasons well in a fresh tasting tortilla. Oysters. Small. Basic. Nothing spectacular. Was served with lime not lemon. YES that makes a big difference with shellfish/seafood. Not to mention it was lime wedges and not half lime/lemon with, lemon nets/wraps. Chicken mole. Served on a bed of beans and mole. Very strange display and serving. Beans should be on the side. Mole should be over the top. Not on a bed of beans with mole on the outside and bottom of the beans. Let the customer decide how they want to mix their own food. Don’t do it for them. Was the chicken cooked well? YES perfectly. Were the beans and mole good? YES. So I suppose you can start to see a trend. Some things fall short while others exceed expectations. Meanwhile we had needed water refills ( NEVER got them ) our server checked on us only to ask if we wanted more drinks. Not to see how we were doing or how the food was, nothing. Just upselling constantly ( extremely unprofessional ) At this point I don’t want to get into the rest of the food. I’ll finish it off with this. The interior is beautiful. The food is good. But the service is something that really REALLY needs to be addressed. Chefs. You did well. Good was consistent and good. Front of the house? I could go on about how much more went wrong. But why…. Let’s just leave it at that. Would I recommend this place? Sure, maybe you’ll have a different experience. And for your sake I truly hope you do.

I was just there on Monday, February 8th for happy hour with my wife. Ordered the guacamole and it came out quickly but was surprised how small the portion was for the normal price of $18. I asked …

I was just there on Monday, February 8th for Happy Hour with my wife. Ordered the guacamole and it came out quickly but was surprised how small the portion was for the normal price of $18. I asked …

Please don't waste your money if you plan on coming here for a special occasion. wanted to celebrate my friends's 21st birthday here but ended up being forced to pay over $1000 without notice. Afte…

While the food may have been good, it does not justify the price. I have had plenty of great Mexican food for wayyyy less. The service was subpar, I've been given more attention from a server at an…

While the food may have been good, it does not justify the price. I have had plenty of great mexican food for wayyyy less. The service was subpar, I've been given more attention from a server at an…

partner and I chose to dine here for Valentine’s Day and, unfortunately, we left feeling disappointed. We made reservations a week in advance, yet still had to wait in line for about 30 minutes before being seated. Once seated, service was prompt and our order was taken quickly. However, we were surprised by the significant price increase for the holiday. While we understand special occasion pricing, it felt excessive compared to the overall experience. As a Hispanic couple, we were especially excited to try what was presented as a higher-end Mexican restaurant. Unfortunately, we were underwhelmed by the lack of flavor in several dishes. We expected more depth and authenticity, particularly at that price point. On a positive note, the drinks were absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was beautiful — truly one of the highlights of the evening. With more attention to the quality and flavor of the food, this place has the potential to match its stunning ambiance.

M Hosokawa

This was a very disappointing and overpriced experience, especially for Christmas Eve. The filet mignon I ordered was extremely salty and dry. My daughter is vegan and we came specifically because the online menu showed vegan tacos — but they weren’t available. The veggie enchiladas we ordered instead had an unpleasant sauce and she couldn’t eat them. Our server never checked on us once and only came back to give us the bill. For the high prices they charge, both the food and service were unacceptable. We felt we overpaid for a very poor experience and will not be coming back.