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    Rosa Madera

    4.2 (563 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Tacos de papas con carnitas
    Ashlei J.

    First of all -- this place is gorgeous! The food was delicious and service was attentive. 5 stars for Victor. He really took care of us. I had the Tacos de Papas Con Carnitas. Victor said they were delicious and he was not wrong! My husband had the combo plate with mole flautas, pastor sopes and enchiladas verde. He loved it! The table also got a Mar y Tierra, which was also very good! Would definitely come back here again!

    Rachel P.

    I really wanted to like this restaurant because the food was honestly very good. We visited for the first time during the week and, while the food was great, the service was disappointing. Our server never made eye contact and spent the entire interaction looking down at the device he was using to enter the order. Instead of greeting us or asking if we were ready to order, he simply said, "What do you want to order?" and "What do you want to drink?" in a way that felt rude and unwelcoming. To make matters worse, my horchata was served in a broken cup. The drink cost around $6, and the cup was cracked enough that it was leaking and spilling. When I politely asked if I could get a different cup because it was broken, the server looked irritated and acted annoyed that I even brought it up. I wasn't complaining about the drink itself I only asked because it was literally spilling due to the damaged cup. We decided to give the restaurant another chance and returned on Father's Day. Unfortunately, we had a similar experience with a different server. She was not friendly, seemed annoyed, and was not attentive to our table. We asked for lemon and never received it until we mentioned it to another employee at the front. Even after that, her attitude remained rude and unhelpful. It's disappointing because the food is genuinely good, but customer service is a big part of the dining experience. We gave the restaurant two chances and experienced poor service both times from different employees. Great food, but the customer service needs significant improvement.

    Rice and beans
    Jaz M.

    THE FOOD HERE IS INCREDIBLE. I was taken back by how great this place is. After hearing some coworkers rave about this place, I decided to take my wife for dinner on a Friday night and they were PACKED!! Luckily the bar area wasn't busy so we got seated immediately there. Service here was great and our server was on it. The menu here is extensive with a great variety of items. My wife and I decided to share our meal and orders the camarones Zanendaeros and a combo plate with Enchiladas Verdes and a Chilli relleno and I kid you not our food was a 10/10. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THESE DISHES. Overall, we can't wait to come back and try more item off their menu. Great vibe, great food, decent prices what more could you want. Make sure to keep Rosa Madera in mind the next time your going out for dinner, you won't regret coming here. Till next time!

    Tiffany T.

    We have been back a couple times since my last review. I feel like the food has gotten better each time. The quesobirria tacos were delicious. Probably my new favorite thing on the menu. My husband had the potato tacos and really enjoyed them as well. Bar service is always great. Well margarita wasn't my husband's favored so he went back to the Catarino which he loves. Music started at 7. It can get loud but, it creates a fun vibe.

    Basilia C.

    We stopped by Rosa Madera in Camarillo on a Sunday afternoon after a morning of shopping and decided to give it a try. I had actually been to this location years ago when it was a pub and later another Mexican restaurant, so I was already familiar with the space and thought it would be fun to see what they'd done with it. Right when we walked in, we were greeted by a really friendly hostess and seated immediately, which was a great start. The restaurant itself is beautiful, modern, colorful, and inviting without feeling overdone. They also had live mariachi music, which added a fun and lively energy to the atmosphere. Shortly after sitting down, our waiter came by for drinks and brought out duritos with hot sauce and lemon juice instead of the usual chips and salsa. If you've never had duritos before, they are those light, crunchy Mexican chips made from flour that puff up when fried. I honestly thought that was such a fun touch and a nice change from the standard setup you see everywhere else. For drinks, my partner ordered a beer and I tried the Hot Papacito cocktail, which I really enjoyed. It was flavorful, refreshing, and honestly one of my favorite parts of the meal. I ordered the asada nachos, and we also shared another entrée of sopes de asada and birria. Overall, the food was decent. Nothing bad at all, just not especially memorable. The rice was your pretty standard Mexican rice, totally fine, but nothing that really stood out. Honestly, most people compare restaurant rice to homemade family recipes anyway, so that's always a tough category to win. The refried beans were probably my least favorite part. The flavor itself was okay, but the texture was very thin and smooth, almost like a soup. I personally prefer refried beans with a little more thickness and texture. The biggest downside for us was the setup for the live mariachi music. The musicians were talented and entertaining, but some sections of the restaurant felt a little too small for the volume and size of the group. At times it was difficult to hear each other across the table. I think the experience would flow a little better if the mariachi setup was kept more toward the open side of the restaurant where the music could fill the space more naturally. Overall, Rosa Madera has a beautiful atmosphere, friendly staff, fun drinks, and a lively vibe. The food was okay, but the experience as a whole was enjoyable. I'd give it about 4 stars and would still recommend trying it at least once if you're in the area and looking for a fun spot with live music and cocktails.

    Complimentary Mexican friters
    Erick G.

    This spot is definitely a 10/10! Tucked away in Camarillo CA, this gem of a restaurant is an amazing find. Let's start with the decor.. the interior is a mixture of rustic and new, with a heavy Mexican influence. Great spot for a date, family outing or hanging out with friends. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable - with great suggestions. The food... the food is heavenly. Like mana from mount Olympus. From the carne asada to the birria tacos and everything in between... this is one of my new favorite stops! Do yourself a favor amigo, and stop by here and try some of these delicious dishes.

    Smash burger
    Karen J.

    Been waiting a long time to try this spot because of all the hype and reviews from friends -- and we finally made it! As expected, the line was HUGE and it was extremely crowded. I highly recommend making a reservation. We had a party of 8 and booked for 7pm. They did let us know over the phone that the entire party had to be present to be seated, which we completely understood. Everyone arrived by 6:45, we checked in around 6:40, and ended up being seated at about 7:30pm. It was super busy, so it was understandable. Once seated, they greeted us and brought out chicharrones with Valentina -- which I loved. We love a cultural restaurant moment They offer a lot of traditional Mexican dishes and a detailed drink menu with plenty of options. I ordered a cucumber and lemon agua fresca and it was delicious -- not too sweet, just perfectly balanced. For appetizers, we got the trio (chimichanga, tacos de tinga, and al pastor nachos) and that was a solid 10/10. So flavorful and definitely a great choice for the table. For my main dish, I ordered the molcajete. It was good, but not the best I've had. I think it needed a bit more seasoning and flavor. I'd rate it a 6/10 -- not bad, just not amazing. The only downside was our waitress. She didn't seem to be having the best day and came off a little irritated, especially with the size of our party and some of the questions we asked. It wasn't the most pleasant service experience, but we didn't let that ruin the night. Now let's talk ambiance -- 10/10. They had a live group singing old-school Mexican jams, which I absolutely loved because it brings back so many memories. The inside is beautiful with gorgeous murals all around. The vibe is definitely there. I would come back, maybe with a smaller group, and try different dishes to see if something else stands out more. Overall, I'd still recommend checking it out for yourself!

    Tony L.

    Rosa Madera has a beautiful ambience and seems always busy. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. They charge $14.00 for the guacamole, and it didn't taste fresh at all. My friend ordered a small side of sauces and was charged $2. ridiculous. The Enchiladas Verde with chicken was extremely tough and chewy. I ordered with all rice and the clay bowl it was served in had a huge chip on the rim. On a positive note, Camilla our waitress was terrific and very personable. I wish we could say the same about the food.

    Asada nachos
    Ronnil G.

    Great happy hour items at good prices and amazing drinks. Staff are very friendly. Only issue at times are the long wait I believe due to staff shortages.

    Carnitas Melt with asada fries
    Dii T.

    Food was amazing! The carnitas melt with asada fries upgrade is such a unique menu item. It didn't feel too heavy or fatty like it was cooked with a tub of grease. I appreciate that. Service was friendly and there were a couple of Birthday celebrations in the restaurant that night. The staff makes quite the deal with lights, sombrero and the whole shebang! Fun atmosphere The restaurant was very pretty and classy. Date night worthy for sure.

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    Benjamin S.

    First Impressions are Everything for me......Food, Service, Ambiance, and our server Victor was all Great! Mariachi's!!!!

    Mango Margarita with chamoy rim
    Cheryl R.

    Love the decor with big murals, lots of color and flowers. Angel the bartender was friendly and made great margaritas. Shrimp were well cooked and tasty, but I did not care for the asada, as it was too chewy for me. Homemade tortillas were freshly prepared and yummy. This is a lively location for a birthday celebration.

    Berta B.

    My cousins wanted to celebrate their birthday here. We arrived at 11, and even though they were supposed to be open, they didn't open until about 10 minutes after. Once inside, we were able to sit anywhere we wanted. Unfortunately, some of the tables were not clean, and we had to ask them to clean them before we sat down. Needless to say, it started off rocky. Once our waiter arrived, he made up for all the mishaps. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. I couldn't decide on which drink to order, but with his help, I decided to try "Amor Eterno," but instead of vodka, I asked for tequila. I enjoyed my drink; it was delicious. My sister and I shared a molcagete, which was a pretty large amount of food to share. The molcagete comes with rice, beans, and handmade tortillas. The food was delicious, and everyone was saying how much they enjoyed eating here. The restaurant is so beautiful; I love their decor. I especially loved their artificial trees with red roses on them. It's also a very large restaurant that can accommodate large groups. Overall, we had a great experience here and would go back.

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    Any vegan options?

    They have some vegetarian options so to make it vegan you can request no cheese on top of the tacos

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    They told me Mon-Thurs only.

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