Went there for brunch. We sat on the patio and it was very nice. The food and service were great. Will definitely go back.

I had the pleasure of having lunch today at RED O in Westlake Village, and it was absolutely delicious! Everything tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. We tried the fajitas, queso dip, and tacos, and each dish was fantastic. The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous--the ambiance is beautiful and sophisticated, and I loved all the little details, from the lovely plates to the elegant crystal glassware. It made the entire experience feel extra special. I thoroughly enjoyed our lunch and can't wait to go back and experience RED O for dinner! read more

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"Do you have any allergies" Is not, "our beans contain pork" People should know what is in their food. I enjoy eating here but do not align with hiding ingredients. No where on the menu does it say their beans contain pork, but they do. The excuse is, " we ask if there are allergies" please, what century is this and what state? Disclose. It's on you, not the customer. Will I eat here, sure. But it is screwed up for dieters, vegans, vegetarians, kosher, halal, and anyone who just may not want pork to not disclose. read more

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The duck taquitos had a great crunch to them and the sauce it came in was spicy, but very flavorful. The guac with plantains was unique and the chips that came with the salsa were warm. The chicken tortilla soup came "tableside" and they poured the liquid in front of you which was nice. The enchiladas weren't anything special, but they were still good. The carnitas were flavorful and would only recommend corn tortillas since they're made in house they said. The tamales had an odd flavor to them and were much too sweet. The breakfast burrito was big, but needed more ingredients/seasoning/flavor. Our service was a bit slow. We got our water after our appetizers and only right after because one of us got up and asked for it. Our server was kind though. The ambiance is great. read more

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I have to start off by saying what a beautiful restaurant! I did not expect this kind of vibe coming in. I came with with a friend for the happy hour had a few fish tacos that were mouthwatering. Our waitress Olyvia was the abab sweetest and very attentive to our needs and all allergies! I will definitely come back here with my husband. read more

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What a wonderful lunch at Red O today. Juno, the hostess was very kind and welcoming. We also ran into Jacob Migliaccio, who we had met in Rancho Santa Margarita and Newport Beach at other restaurants he managed. Congratulations Jacob on your position as Director of Operations here at Red O. Chris was our amazing server assisted by Armando, Emily, and Mandi. We had frozen margaritas, chips, salsa and flat bottled water. The ambiance was so peaceful on such a hot day. My wife had the short rib enchiladas and I had the enchilada suizas. Great food, staff and ambiance. Terrific location and plenty of parking. Such amazing menu options and all are so scrumptious. Highly recommended read more

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I finally made it! I've been wanting to try this place for forever! I came here with my husband on a Sunday for brunch and the place was quite busy. We didn't have any reservations; however, we were able to get seated within minutes. Overall, love the decor and the vibe. The restaurant can get quite busy; therefore, if you are sensitive to noise, I would ask to sit in the back past the bar. We ate the following: CHILAQUILES VERDES: scrambled eggs, tortilla casserole, salsa verde, refried beans, onion, radish, cilantro, crema- $18. However, my husband asked for no chips and it was the perfect brunch for him! ENCHILADAS DE MOLE: handmade corn tortillas, pulled chicken, homemade mole poblano (27) ingredients, jack cheese, crema, queso fresco- $30. I really enjoyed this dish, I ended up only eating half. I really liked the beans and I am not usually a big fan of beans and always ask for double rice! Sadly, chips and salsa aren't included. The staff was friendly; however, the service was a bit on the slower end. Overall, I would happily come back and try other dishes! read more

RED O - ENCHILADAS DE MOLE: handmade corn tortillas, pulled chicken, homemade mole poblano (27) ingredients, jack cheese, crema, queso fresco- $30 - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Came on a relaxed and slow Sunday afternoon for happy hour (yea! Happy Hour on Sundays!). Glad we did. The cocktails and food were great. First, ambiance is a combination of Tiki Bar, Miami South Beach and Palm Springs lounge vibe. It is expansive inside, with a mix of booths, tables and a very nice bar. Kitchen is in the back, but completely visible behind huge windows. Interestingly, chef staff deliver the dishes to your table. We got a glass of Chardonnay, a Mojito and a Red O margarita. The cocktails are available by the glass or pitcher. Next time we are definitely going with pitcher(s) of margaritas. We ordered a handful of dishes and all were excellent. Tuna carpaccio, Guacamole, Poppers and Shrimp Ceviche, with the ceviche and carpaccio being standouts. Service was excellent and we enjoyed our visit here very much and will definitely be back soon and often! read more

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Came here on a Saturday night before seeing a comedy show and wow is this place STUNNING. Truly a beautiful restaurant, great service, yummy (and strong) drinks, and great food! Families, dates, young and old - everyone was dining here. They give generous portions so you'll definitely be full. Parking? FREE. I love Thousand Oaks. The center it's in can get busy, but you'll find a spot! read more

RED O - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Wow--Red O absolutely delivered. From the moment you walk in, the design, bar, and seating area set the tone--beautiful, upscale, and such a great vibe. We started with the guac, duck taquitos, shrimp ceviche, and chicken tortilla soup, and every single appetizer was excellent. For entrées, we had the branzino, salmon, and sea bass--raves all around. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We were celebrating my birthday, and they went above and beyond with a warm, personally written card, which was such a thoughtful touch. The standout, though, was the service--truly 5-star. Attentive, friendly, and seamless the entire night. Even the bathrooms are gorgeous and well-maintained, which says a lot. Highly recommend for a special night out--can't wait to go back. read more

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First time I was here I was able to get a wet burrito. Pretty good. Now the burrito is off the menu. Okay well I'll get 3 tacos. Well $30 bucks for three steak tacos is not too bad and you get rice and beans. Wasn't expecting the steak to be BOILED and have no seasoning and that the tacos would be soggy. The rest of the party with me complained that the food was not good or too salty. They agreed that the drinks were good though. But all in all I would not recommend. SERIOUSLY BOILED STEAK. Why? The fajitas were grilled why not the carne asada. read more

Food was amazing! Very flavorful and tasty! We had the keto blackened salmon and fajitas. Service was phenomenal even from the hosts. They made sure they moved the umbrella outside so it wouldn't blind us. Michelle was very attentive and the other servers offered to take our photos. Ambiance and decorations were beautiful! Felt like I was in Mexico. The drink selection was amazing. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Hmm, this has all the qualities to be a 5 star review, but a few things missed the mark for me. First of all, the layout of the restaurant seating doesn't make it super easy to walk around to get to your seat or the bathroom. I felt like I was running into servers and dead ends both times I had to walk through the restaurant. Our food came out no more than 5 minutes after ordering it on a very busy Saturday night which was a little bizarre. Don't get me wrong it's definitely nice to not have to wait for a long time, but we had literally just been given our chips and salsa appetizer so it felt rushed. And to that point, to charge for chips and salsa when every other restaurant on earth gives them for free, I want them to be the best I've ever had, and although the chips were warm, neither the chips or salsa tasted particularly homemade or great. I'm a big mole fan and maybe this is just preference, but the mole here had way way way more of a smoky taste when I was hoping for more of that sweetness. It wasn't my favorite mole I've ever had. The highlights of the night food wise were the esquite corn and the fresh chopped salad. The biggest blunder of the night happened as we were close to finishing our meal (thank god). A woman came over the to the table next to us, sprayed a bottle labeled "sanitizer" all over the table 2 feet away from us, and the breeze or fan from the outside seating literally wafted all of the sanitizing spray onto our bodies and our food. Like I legit felt spray land on my arm, my mom on her leg, and onto our table filled with food. We were shocked, why wouldn't you spray CHEMICALS into the dish rag you're about to wipe with, rather than in the direction of two people EATING 2 feet away? The woman just said "sorry!" and ran away.... We had plenty of leftovers on the table, but we opted not to bring home the dish that was closest to the other table as we're pretty sure there was cleaning solution on it. Even taking a sip of water, we had it in our minds that it started to taste weird. Very very strange experience. read more

RED O - Mole enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Red O Taste Of Mexico! When you walk in you are greeted immediately by friendly staff, seated asap and then greeted and served by your server quickly. Our server was busy and even so, she was very attentive and made sure to check on us often. The food is pretty good. We enjoyed the different tacos, but my favorite was the carnitas with the chicharrones on top. The goat cheese tamales were good as well, although quite different from what I expected as they were a bit sweet. The chips and salsa are endless and pretty tasty, the spice sneaks up on you a bit but it's not overwhelming. The tres leches cake was decent and I will try other desserts when I return. Red O has a cool Red O outside next to a fire pit which I thought was cool. Inside you hear good Spanish music and it is decorated nicely. You can come here to celebrate friends and family, or for a nice date. It even looks like they have a nice private room for big parties that likely has to be reserved. You don't necessarily need a reservation but it doesn't hurt to have one. I suggest you give Red O a shot. I'll definitely be back! read more

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We went for the first time for lunch and it was delicious! We got the goat cheese tamale and the empanadas, with the TJ Ceaser salad. Everything was delicious and fresh. our waiter Bryan was super friendly, and attentive. He made great recommendations and suggested the Flan for dessert! Thank you Bryan! Will definitely come back. read more

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Happy Hour Only This restaurant has been open in Westlake since August 2025 replacing a former steak restaurant in the plaza. You can find this restaurant near the shake shack on the back side of the Plaza. With plenty of parking found within the plaza if you do not mind to walk. Once you step into the plaza you will be treated to a relax vibes offering various seating. The restaurant offers seating around the bar, tables inside and outside on the patio perfect for those warm sunny days. Throughout the weekdays you can grab happy hour from 2-5pm and reverse happy hour at the bar. The happy hour at this restaurant is quite extensive with drink offerings: beer, wine and cocktails. Plus a significant menu of appetizers. Cocktails go for about 12 dollars and there is a drink for everyone. We enjoyed the ceviche- it was a shrimp ceviche. We were pleased that the ceviche was not fishy and was a decent size for a happy hour item. The ceviche came with plantain chips that were equally as good. For drinks, I started with a margarita and transitioned to a Bramble. Both were yummy in their own way. Also, we had a classic martini twist without the vermouth. All drinks were made perfectly! Victoria, our Bartender provided great service. We appreciated her attentiveness to us while we enjoyed our happy hour time. We look forward to another visit for dinner or lunch to sample more of the menu! Cheers! read more

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First time!! Super cute and good vibes. We went for happy hour, although happy hour prices were still pretty high. The food we got was delicious and pretty spicy so beware! Highly recommend the tacos and ceviche. We also got the butter cake which was super delicious! They got the food out pretty quickly and the staff was great. read more

RED O - Butter cake - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Met up with our closest friends for drinks and dinner and have been wanting to try Red O at this location. We made a reservation to ensure seating because it did get very busy after we were seated. Great decor and design as we walked in with walls that had display pockets of the various Tequila, very cool concept. Spanish styling and color schemes along with foliage made the room feel like dining at a resort. We sat on the patio which the blinds were drawn because the weather was our typical "May Gray" for So Cal and slightly cool, but I am looking forward to returning when the weather does warm up and I can picture a resort style atmosphere while dining al fresco. Our server Darius was not only excellent he kept the evening lively and full of laughs. Being our first time there he suggested a few items and answered any questions that we had with a smile and a joke. Well done Darius! The drinks were simply delicious made with fresh ingredients and many to choose from, the menu choices were not of a typical Mexican restaurant. More complex ingredients and proteins and a unique flair. Shown below was the Duck con fit Taquitos, Mama Mia Che delizioso! Queso fundido was probably the best I have had yet served with house made corn tortillas. So many choices to choose from from appetizers to small plates to house specialties for entrees. Simply have to return to explore the menu further. Good portions and beautiful presentation served on stylish Spanish plates that match the resort ambiance. Loved how they remodeled and created their own space from the previous restaurant which we dined at many times. Staff was well trained and seen throughout the floor friendly and dressed well. Very impressive. Loved every aspect of Red O as well as the flavors, BUT my only complaint would be get some bigger tables! We originally were seated in a booth, very comfortable cushions but 4 people gathered around a small table wasn't working. We requested a change and sat at a 4 top which wasn't much bigger. Once our chips and salsa came with our drinks then our Queso Fundido and tortillas arrived we had no room on the table. Then our entrees arrived on the beautiful Spanish style oversized stoneware we were stacking things up just to get to our silverware. Must make a change, the table decor and beautiful stoneware plates are a signature look for you but you need room to display your work. And let's return to the chips and salsa, delicious house made salsa and freshly made chips but don't charge for those, your drinks and food are expensive or comparably priced for the Westlake Area you should be able to offer them as complimentary (just my opinion) I know in todays economy nothing is free but we did make up for it with drinks (7) drinks at $17.00 EA easily paid for the chips and salsa. Overall outstanding dining experience just needed a little more room.... Bravissimo Red O! We will be back for more..... Bon Appetitto read more

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My friends and I have been dying to try Red O since they opened a few months back and finally made good on our dinner date promise to come. Red O was everything we hoped for and then some. The décor and aesthetic are next-level, resort-style vibes, rich details, and such intentional design throughout the entire restaurant. It's a beautiful place to eat at and great for celebrating any special occasion. The service? Impeccable. They surprised us with personalized birthday cards and the sweetest little tres leches dessert. Even on a first visit, they make you feel like regulars. Huge shoutout to our server Renée, he was an absolute vibe who kept us laughing all night. He knew the menu inside and out and gave us fire recommendations. We absolutely went in on the cocktails: margaritas, mezcal beauties, piña coladas...not a bad sip in sight. My friend even braved the iconic tequila cart (highly recommend if you want the full experience). Food-wise, we ordered like we were filming our own tasting episode. The apps were all hits, the queso fundito and tuna tartare were table favorites, and I was obsessed with the goat cheese tamales....sweet, savory, and so comforting. For mains, everything was plated beautifully and tasted just as good. My blackened salmon over cauliflower risotto? Truly some of the best salmon I've ever had. My friends loved their perfectly cooked ribeye and the shrimp enchiladas too. And of course...us birthday girls HAD to finish with the passionfruit butter cake. Zero regrets. The perfect ending to a fabulous pre-birthday celebration. Red O spoiled us and was a fantastic choice for a girls bday dinner. It's pricey but it's worth it if you want 5 star service, elevated Mexican food and a lovely dining environment. read more

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I came for a work lunch, about 9 people. Parking is super easy because it's a large open mall. Rather than ordering individual entrees, we ordered multiple smaller dishes to share The food was amazing, and the servers were coming by nonstop to help us with everything we needed. I believe we ordered the duck taquitos, ahi tuna tartare, goat cheese tamales, plantain chips and guac, steak and shrimp fajitas, and then finished with churros for dessert. I also had a couple of cocktails. The steak for the fajitas was super soft, definitely my favorite of the bunch. Overall a great experience, especially for large parties. On a side note, they had quite a nice playlist of music going as well. read more

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Second time here and a way different impression from a quieter Wednesday evening dining experience and a rock and rolling Friday evening! NOISY!!! Really LOUD! My friend and I found the noise deafening to the point that we were exhausted trying to talk to each other, it was a struggle to hear the waiter and we have zero hearing issues. They put us in the quietest part of their restaurant in the back. If you're okay with loud, this is your place! The staff was very attentive and greeted us with a welcoming smile from the front door and seated us immediately with our reservation. Make sure you make a reservation, especially on weekend nights. Place was packed. The decor is absolutely stunning, with a rich mixture of woods, upscale furniture. fixtures, and beautiful bottles of tequila and other fine liquors inset and displayed, almost like a museum, upon back lit wall coves. The Margarita menu is extensive and creative! Margaritas were all about $17.00. My friend ordered the Watermelon Margarita, the presentation was beautiful and a great kick to it. A little disconcerting to me was that they do not offer a wine or beer menu UNLESS you specifically ask for it (My second visit, second time I had to ask). I'm assuming that the margaritas and mixed drinks were more expensive and that's why they don't haul out the other drink menu. That said, they had a wonderful italian Pino Grigio for $13.00 per glass that was the best one I've ever had, and I've been to Italy several times. The waiter did try to upsell us quite a bit through the ordering process that really irritated my friend. It was pretty obvious. I was a waitress years ago, and I said they're just not trained to suggest a couple plates in different price ranges instead of picking out the bass that was the most expensive on the menu $57...etc. I'm sure we disappointed our waiter, but we ordered the chips and salsa for $3.00. Loved the hot kick of the salsa! And we both ordered a two taco combo plate, $24.00 each. It was a huge plate with rice and beans as well. A great price for the quantity of food for sure. Fish tacos (fried, no other option), carnitas taco were very good. I've had better, but they were tasty. They had the standard chicken, and also a vegetarian offering. I think I would give it another try on an off night when it might be quieter. My friend said she's never going back. A lot of people are going back because it was so jammed! If you love a noisy club atmosphere and good food, this could be your place! read more

Ambience is beautiful and classy as always. The food is amazing. It's a modern take to a Mexican and American cuisine with lots of flavor. The mixed drinks were done nicely. They have a good selection of top shelf liquor as well especially their Tequila. Lots of no additives tequila selection available. Service was good as always. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend. read more

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What a freakin cool hip spot! Felt like I was in Tulum lol it was decorated so lovely and although it was a busy night we were able to get a table in 5 mins I got the chicken fajitas and everything had a lot of flavor, good presentation, the salsa was so yummy and I was surprised that I had a kick to it. The chips and also were delicious nice and crispy and warm fresh from the kitchen for dessert. We ordered the churros which were super delicious and filled with cajeta -very cool location very polite stuff really good service will definitely go again Drink drinks can get a little pricey, but it was a good strong yummy drink read more

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Ambiance is on point , beautiful tile textures and design. Service was excellent Nina was so polite and friendly. She was knowledgeable about the menu. Everything is made to order and fresh. The food was amazing, I had the two selections taco plate. And my daughter had the chicken tortilla soup with a Ceasar salad. We will definitely be back. No food photos it was too good! read more

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It's great to have an upscale Mexican restaurant in this area again! The vibe is super cool, kind of modern rustic with big hanging basket lamps and pretty bottles that are lit with multiple colors. Seems like a good place to go after work with friends or a trendy date spot as well or even just a good fun family meal out. Ambiance was classy and atmospheric while simultaneously being hip and upscale at the same time. I really enjoyed my meal there. From the start, the homemade chips and salsa were worth every penny. (And they're bottomless!) The salsa was insanely good. I am a sucker for chunky salsa with decently-sized tomatoes and plenty of onions and this hit the spot, I could have filled up on this alone. The spice level was *chef's kiss* and I could have ordered buckets of this. I'm glad I didn't though because the fajitas had chicken that was really tender and I devoured it. I was so grateful they offered crunchy tacos as well. Flavors were juicy and zesty and bold and well-seasoned. I could tell the quality was super good in every bite. This place has everything I want in a Mexican restaurant from ambiance to taste to just being cool! I want to come back and try happy hour which seems to have a pretty decent menu! They have other locations in La Jolla and such as well which I am itching to go check out. Will definitely be back to this place in some form again! read more

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I've never given a restaurant one Starr, but the fact that they increase their prices for basic guacamole to $20 from normally $16 and they increased steak prices for one day. Shrimp ceviche had maybe 3 pieces of low quality shrimp surrounded by raw squid for $25 or so is a crime. They first undercooked my expensive steak then I had to tell them to re-cook it but all they did was put it back on the grill which then overcooked it so it tasted like rubber, but they were nice enough to remove it but I left unsatisfied and nauseous. read more

RED O - Price menu for a normal day - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Items purchased: 4 Margaritas, 3 Burrito Bowls and 1 Tijuana Ceasar Classic. $155.00 Food: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out of the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, Hostess and Waitress greeted us and they were polite and courteous. Cleanliness: A, The Dining area and outside patio were clean. The Bathroom was stocked but messy with used towels on the floor. Value: A, Pricing was on point. Just a Little disappointed that there was a charge for Chips and Salsa. Ambiance: A, Pleasant. read more

We had such a lovely time celebrating my birthday this past weekend at Red O! The atmosphere and ambiance were beautiful, and the staff were welcoming, fun, and brought such great energy throughout the evening. Special shout-out to Vanessa and Anait, who were wonderful servers. They were attentive, friendly, had such positive energy and helped make our celebration even more special. Everything we tried on the menu was absolutely delicious. The Mexico City Esquites corn was incredible, and we all loved the tuna tartare, quesadillas, fajitas, Baja tacos, and pretty much everything we ordered--which is rare! Every dish was flavorful and beautifully prepared. I also really appreciated the complimentary birthday dessert. It was a thoughtful touch and just as delicious as the rest of the meal. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I can't wait to come back :) read more

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Came to check out the Happy Hour they have twice a day (2-5pm & 8:30-close, 10pm weekdays, and 11pm Friday and Saturday). This upscale Mexican restaurant is very nice, from the fire display pit out front to the wall display of colorful Tequila bottles inside. The Happy hour menu was very good. We tried the Duck taquitos, shrimp ceviche, scallop Aguachile , and the tuna tartare. There were also plantain chips and we asked for some tortilla chips. All were delicious! I especially liked the scallop aguachile, with that lime flavor and spicy kick. The drinks were good too! We tried the Tamarindo Loco, the Spicy Tulum Mango Mojito and the Blackberry Bramble. They have other drinks I'm sure we're going to try next time we come here. Service was fast and our waitress was so friendly and attentive! Don't be surprised if there's a line because people line up for the Happy hour. Come check this place out, enjoy and be happy or get happy! Happy Nom Nom! read more

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Hosts and servers are very nice and responsive and the environment is festive. The chips and salsa are both excellent and delicious (appropriately salty and spicy respectively). I ordered the taco plate and the portions are generous. The fish in the taco and the relishes were great. The meat in the carne asada taco was very small (slivers) and mushy and the corn tortillas in both were soggy. It made the tacos disappointing overall. read more

RED O - Taco Plate - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

I live in Woodland Hills so I usually don't come out this way to eat, but I decided to try something new and we found this place! Had no idea that it just opened... It is super nice with a beautiful atmosphere kind of reminds me a little bit of Javier's. My mom's skinny margarita was delicious, perfect. I ordered the crispy chicken tacos. It was amazing and for an appetizer we had the goat cheese tamales. My mom got the mole enchiladas and we all love dark food and we finished off with butter cake, dessert which was to die for! Probably the best I've ever had. I will definitely come back to try their suizas enchiladas. Yummy and thank you Spencer ! You were a great server and made amazing recommendations! read more

RED O - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

The countdown is finally over. Red O Westlake opened. The hours are limited. No lunch right now. They usually open around 3pm but always check the website just in case the schedule changes. The service was average as they are still trying to get their feet wet since they recently opened. The food is tasty but needs just more favor with the carnitas. They charge $4 for chips and salsa so you need to ask for a basket of chips if you want them. It is not automatic like the old days. The ambiance was alive with lots of new comers visiting for the first time. Will give this location another try when they are not so new. read more

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The service is always good. Very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is itself is beautiful. I always get the ribeye or the branzino. Both are always normally delicious. Today was a doozie.......... I came with my parents we enjoyed all the appetizer and waited for our food. When the food arrived, I could tell my steak was burnt. I cut into it and it was not medium like I had asked, but almost well done/ very chewy. The server was kind and offered to make it again. Everyone was almost done eating and my steak arrived. Once again, it was burnt. The inside was pink, but the outside was overly charred. Made the steak taste bitter. I didn't want them to make it again because at this point everyone was done eating. I cut away the burnt parts and ate what I could. Everything else was delicious but I am leaving kinda hungry and disappointed. read more

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We visited Red O Restaurant in Thousand Oaks last night, and I have to say, the restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. The décor, the atmosphere, and the overall vibe are on point -- it really feels like a special place to dine. Service: The service was impeccable. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly, and throughout the night the staff was attentive, professional, and friendly. The drinks arrived quickly, the servers checked on us consistently, and everything on the service side was outstanding. Food & Drinks: The chips and salsa were excellent. The salsa, in fact, was one of the best I've ever had -- full of flavor and a perfect start to the meal. We ordered fajitas, tacos, margaritas, and beer. The margaritas were great, and the presentation was as good as the taste. The issue, unfortunately, was with the entrées. For the price point, the food just didn't deliver the quality or portion size expected. The fajitas in particular were underwhelming -- very little steak, and not seasoned with the bold flavors you would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. The tacos were fine, but again, not memorable enough to match the elevated setting or justify the price. Message to Management (GM & Chef): You truly have an amazing restaurant here -- the design, the vibe, the service, and the drinks are all outstanding. But for the price you're charging, the food itself needs to be better. Guests will pay for the experience, but they also expect food that matches the beauty and energy of the restaurant. A little more attention to seasoning, flavor, and portion consistency would go a long way. Overall: Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Drinks: 4.5/5 Food: 2.5/5 I really hope to come back and see the food elevated to match the rest of the experience, because Red O has the potential to be one of the top dining spots in the area. read more

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1st time & also last time. Hostess incorrectly told us at entry that Happy Hour is only served to people sitting at bar well when in fact, it's all the tables in the bar area. Fish taco was mostly all vegetables and pretty bland. The chicken taco was dry and tasteless.. The two stars are for the two bartenders who were very friendly and had great attitudes.. read more

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Finally this Red O location has opened. I am from OC so we had Red O in NB 10 years ago. Glad to see it is here in the valley. West Lake desperately needs something new. It's a beautiful restaurant with amble of parking. The service was wonderful and friendly. I love chips and salsa the most. The salsa was fresh and tasty. The seabass was greasy, with a little too much oil. Trying to eat healthy but it didn't help. The steak and salad were ok. The tortilla soup was on the salty side, lesser salt would make it perfect. I understand the restaurant just opened for two weeks so it needs time. I will come back in a few months to try again. No matter what, it is a great addition to the valley. read more

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We had a great opening afternoon here today. Welcome, Red O! We've been waiting. You'll enter into a space that feels like you're in a resort in Tulum. Aaaahhhh. It's white, light and bright. The interior decorator went above and beyond to create this magnificent space. Be sure to plan to just relax and center here. It's too dreamy to be rushed. You'll quickly forgot 805 Public School or the beloved Grill on the Alley was once here. Rick Bayless has another win here. This casual meets chic spot serves up elegant and sophisticated Mexican delights. Start with some chips or the ceviche. The enchiladas and tacos are delicious. Or maybe try a large entree. I suspect the branzino is the star; I plan to try next time. Pair it with a cocktail. Consider the sunburn -- a spicy watermelon margarita. It's not going to taste how you think. It's better! There are non alcoholic treats too. Finish the night with dessert of cheesecake or the buttercake. The cheesecake is a show worthy of a photos of a big celebration, if you desire an experience dessert. Don't forget happy hour at the bar! Or the tequila cart. So much pizazz awaits you. Reservations through Open Table. Plenty of parking. Menus are online on their website. Check out their socials too. I cannot wait to be back for Dia Los Muertos or just a fun Tuesday night! So glad to have upscale dining that's worth every Penny with the service to match here in Ventura County. What are you waiting for? This is where you want to be. read more

RED O - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Very disappointed with my visit to Red O. I was excited to try a new restaurant for my birthday, but the experience fell short from the start. My friend and I walked in and the host just stared at us, no "hi," no greeting, no "welcome to Red O." We had to break the silence ourselves by saying, "table for two," and were immediately asked, "oh, you don't have a reservation?" FYI, I double check the website and it doesn't mention it is an only reservation based restaurant. Also, it was empty. Only 3 other parties there at the time. We also weren't given any explanation about the seating options, which was unfortunate. The areas in the restaurant are slightly distinct from one another, so it would be great to clarify to people that one area might be more casual seating than the other. Which includes whether we would like to be seated outside and enjoy the fresh air or inside. Considering this is an "upscale" restaurant, the waitress's attire felt very casual--almost like she had just come from Pilates. Implementing a uniform could help elevate the level of professionalism and better match the restaurant's atmosphere. Pros: The food was good overall. For the fajitas in particular, I'd recommend using the juices at the bottom of the skillet, as the meat itself was a bit under-seasoned. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, the decor and style create a really nice atmosphere, which made the service experience even more disappointing. I would recommend this restaurant for people who just want a place to hang out and have a drink, as the service tends to leave you on your own. read more

RED O - Half and half fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Holy crap this place. Amazing food, amazing drinks and vibe. Even if it wasn't, they more than make up for it with their amazing staff. Greg, Victoria, David and Amelia were the ones I was lucky enough to meet but I'm sure the rest are equally awesome. First time here and they made a new fan for sure read more

First time at this location. Been to Santa Monica and La Jolla Food, drinks, and service were excellent. Can't give 5 stars due to the acoustics of this restaurant. Not sure they can do anything about it as it was a previously functioning restsurant that was rarely busy. It is so loud we could barely hear the waitress and could not have a conversation with our friends at the table. We will definitely return when it gets warm and sit outside. read more