RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

Name: RED O Cantina - Santa Monica
Address: 1541 Ocean Avenue Suite 120, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90401
Telephone: (310) 458-1600
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2

731 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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What better location to enjoy award-winning cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails, than sitting directly across from the legendary Santa Monica pier? This vibrant city-meets-the-ocean destination is a local favorite. With a beautifully appointed interior and an intimate back patio, RED O Cantina is an oasis of elegance, comfort and beauty. Our culinary team and waitstaff work hand-in-hand to deliver an unforgettable dining experience to each and every one of our guests.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(310) 458-1600

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 458-1600
Website
http://www.redorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Sabrina Vicerra
Private party facilities
Genuine hospitality marks every function held in RED O Cantina. Our dedicated event director welcomes groups of 10 to 300 guests and will give personal attention to every detail of your event, from special entertainment requests to audiovisual needs. For more information, please contact: STACIE NISHIKAWA GARCIA, Director of Events SantaMonica@redorestaurant.com 310.498.7850

Location
1541 Ocean Avenue, Suite 120, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
Colorado
Parking details
Valet is available in front of the restaurant for a nominal charge. Parking is also available nearby at the Santa Monica public parking structures.
Public transit
RED O Cantina is walking distance from Santa Monica Big Blue Bus stops and the Expo LRT stop at Downtown Santa Monica (at 4th/Colorado).
Entertainment
Live entertainment Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Tomahawk Fridays, $99
May 26 - Jul 28, 2023
Join us on Fridays and enjoy 32 ounces of tender Tomahawk steak with pico de gallo, guacamole and served alongside red rice, refried beans and fresh tortillas for just $99. Offer valid for a limited-time, dine-in, on Fridays only.

Popular dishes

Chips & Salsa$3.00
Classic Guacamole$16.00
chunky avocado, onions, fresh lime juice, cilantro, serrano chiles, topped with pomegranate seeds
Crispy Pork Belly Bites$21.00
guacamole, street tortillas, mexican bbq sauce
Carnitas Empanadas$14.00
fresh corn masa, house cheese blend, avocado crema
Queso Fundido$15.00
melted cheese, caramelized onion, poblano chile, serrano, avocado crema, pico de gallo, optional chorizo
Empanada Poppers$14.00
fresh corn masa, spicy cream cheese, avocado crema
Corn & Goat Cheese Tamales$14.00
fresh corn masa, goat cheese, tomatillo salsa
Taquitos de Pollo$15.00
avocado crema, shaved romaine, cotija, pico de gallo, tomatillo arbol salsa
Quesadilla**$10.00
flour tortilla, melted cheese, caramelized onion, roasted poblano chile, pico de gallo, guacamole, blackened crema, choice of chicken
Nachos Grande**
creamy queso, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, refried beans, pickled jalapeños
- Pollo Asado$19.00
- Shrimp$21.00
- Carne Asada$22.00

Ensaladas y Sopas

+ add free range chicken breast $7 | carne asada $10 | jumbo shrimp $10 to any salad

Ceviche Chopped Salad$27.00
lime-marinated shrimp, romaine, tomato, serrano, cucumber, avocado, pepitas, queso fresco, creamy avocado dressing
Red O Chopped Salad$14.00
romaine, tomato, cucumber, avocado, pepitas, queso fresco, creamy avocado dressing
Caesar Salad$15.00
romaine lettuce, baby kale, toasted pepitas, cotija cheese, herb croutons
Tortilla Soup$12.00
pasilla tomato broth, sautéed onions, shredded chicken, avocado, tortilla strips, jack cheese, crema

Fajitas

Fajitas
sautéed peppers, onions, refried beans, red rice, red & green table salsa, queso fresco, flour or corn tortillas
- Chicken$28.00
- Carne Asada$35.00
- Shrimp$31.00
- Half & Half$38.00

Especiales de La Casa

Pollo Asado**$32.00
free range 1/2 chicken, mole poblano with pea tendril salad garnish, served with red rice and refried beans
Slow Braised Carnitas$30.00
pinto beans, escabeche, poblano, tomatillo broth
Baby Back Ribs$38.00
papas fritas, coleslaw, salsa negra
Burrito Bowl
refried beans, white rice, shaved lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, avocado crema, cotija cheese, salsa verde
- Chicken$23.00
- Carne Asada$35.00
- Shrimp$31.00
- Surf & Turf$38.00
Red O Wet Burrito**
red rice, refried beans, salsa verde, sour cream, avocado, choice of red, green or xmas sauce
- Chicken$21.00
- Carnitas$21.00
- Short Rib$26.00
Combo Plates
chicken enchilada, tamale, chicken taco dorado or short rib taco dorado, served with rice and beans
- Choice of 2$23.00
- Choice of 3$29.00

Mar y Tierra

Grilled Bone-In Ribeye$58.00
papas fritas, chipotle crema
Pescado Frito "Whole Fish"
flash fried catch of the day, white rice, refried beans, traditional garnishes, fresh tortillas
- MKT
Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass$49.00
white rice, caramelized onions, peppers, charred lime, guajillo chimichurri
Shrimp Diablo$34.00
sautéed Shrimp, white rice, corn, spicy chipotle sauce
Prime Surf & Turf Tablita
1lb lobster tail, grilled 32 oz prime tomahawk chop, herb butter, sautéed peppers & onions, beans, red rice, pico de gallo, classic guacamole, fresh tortillas
- MKT

Enchiladas

Braised Short Rib Enchiladas$28.00
red guajillo chile sauce, jack cheese, crema, red rice, refried beans
Enchiladas Suizas$26.00
braised chicken with creamy tomatillo sauce, jack cheese, crema, red rice, refried beans
Lobster & Shrimp Enchiladas$39.00
creamy tomatillo sauce, jack cheese, crema, red rice, refried beans
Spinach Enchilada$22.00
sautéed spinach, serranos, mojo de ajo, colorado sauce, chipotle vegan aioli, queso fresco, white rice, pinto beans; vegan optional
Enchilada Trio$38.00
a combination of our three classic enchiladas: short rib, chicken, and lobster & shrimp

Aperitivos del Mar

all of our seafood comes from sustainable sources

Fresh Oysters$19.00
half dozen oysters shucked to order, chile cocktail sauce, fresh lime
Classic Shrimp Ceviche$19.00
tomato, cucumber, red onion, avocado, cilantro, lime juice
Ahi Tuna Tartare$20.00
chile-cumin oil, crispy tortilla, guacamole, wakame, harissa aioli, pickled red onion
Ceviche Negro de Pescado$20.00
lime-marinated white fish, mango, cucumber, tomato, red onion, avocado, salsa negro
Sinaloa Shrimp Tacos "Gobernador"$19.00
melted jack cheese, pico de gallo, habanero, avocado crema
Coctel Campechano$22.00
shrimp, calamari, avocado, tomato, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, classic Mexican coctel sauce

Tacos y Tortas

two tacos with red rice & refried beans

Al Pastor Chicken Tacos$20.00
achiote marinated chicken, onion, cilantro, pineapple, avocado crema
Carne Asada Tacos$23.00
marinated grilled steak, pico de gallo, guacamole, salsa verde
Carnitas Tacos$20.00
tomatillo arbol salsa, chicharron, habanero pickled onions, queso fresco, micro cilantro
Vegan Baja Tacos**$19.00
beer-battered portobello mushroom, guacamole, cabbage, pineapple, chipotle vegan aioli, micro cilantro
Crispy Tacos Dorados
salsa verde, shaved romaine, pico de gallo, queso fresco, choice of chicken
- Short Rib$19.00
Baja Fish Tacos**$24.00
tempura battered white fish, shaved cabbage, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli
Al Pastor Chicken Torta**$19.00
achiote marinated chicken, refried beans, cotija, guacamole, shaved lettuce, pico de gallo, papas fritas
Short Rib Torta**$21.00
guajillo braised short rib, refried beans, cotija, guacamole, shaved lettuce, pico de gallo, papas fritas

Sides

Mexican Street Corn$14.00
poblano chile, cotija cheese, cilantro, avocado crema
Fried Sweet Plantains$10.00
fried plantains, crema, queso fresco
Papas Fritas$8.00
seasoned fries, cotija, fancy sauce

Dessert

Chocolate Lava Cake**$12.00
triple sec, salted caramel ice cream, cajeta
Traditional Home-Made Flan$8.00
fresh berries, caramel
Passion Fruit Butter Cake**$16.00
fresh strawberries, passion fruit custard, coconut crumble, coconut ice cream
Just-Made Churros**$12.00
with chocolate and cajeta dipping sauces
- Sundae$15.00
Tres Leches**$12.00
three milks, whipped cream, assorted berries, mint
Rompope$6.00
Mexican favorite rum drink. Try it with any of our house desserts
Dessert Platter$34.00
choice of 3 desserts, includes fresh berries, whip cream, passion fruit custard

What 731 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great experience! Waitress and staff wee so nice! Only thing was my food was really spicy, like lips burning spicy. I asked the heat level and they said mild.. so that was the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars.
J
Jill
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
I have been to the Red O in Orange County a few times for brunch and this was first time visiting this one in Santa Monica, I would say the service and atmosphere is hands down better in Orange County. We waited forever for water and then again waited forever for our drinks which were bottomless and on a time limit since our reservation was at 1:30 and the bottomless ended at 3:00 it would have been nice not to wait 30 minutes for our first drink.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My families experience at Red O Cantina in Santa Monica was exceptional from start to finish. Thanks to OpenTable, finding reservations was a breeze, and we were seated promptly upon arrival, even a few minutes early. The entire staff was incredibly professional and friendly, readily available to answer any questions we had. They went above and beyond by accommodating our allergies and happily substituting certain items for us. The food was simply delicious, delivering a delightful blend of flavors. What made the dining experience even more enjoyable was the captivating view of people strolling around the Santa Monica Pier. Red O Cantina’s great location allows for a pre- or post-dinner stroll through Santa Monica, or a walk down to the beach to enjoy the tranquil sounds of the waves. It’s the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the coastal ambiance and make the most of your visit to this wonderful restaurant. The menu offered a wide variety of options, ensuring there was something for everyone, and the prices were reasonable for the high-quality dining experience expected in such a vibrant area. I highly recommend Red O Cantina as a perfect spot for a date night or a memorable family gathering. It’s an excellent choice if you want to impress someone with classy, authentic Mexican cuisine. The combination of great food, attentive service, and the lively atmosphere, along with the chance to explore the beautiful surroundings, make it a must-visit destination.” I hope this revised review captures your experience accurately, including the additional information about the restaurant’s location and its connection to Santa Monica’s attractions.
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Elissa
San Francisco
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience1
We had a large group tonight and our waitress was pushy, rude and was just not nice. She wore a mask and honestly should not be waiting tables! Don’t eat here! Go somewhere else
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nycadam
New York Area
105 reviews
vip
4.0
105 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
This is an above-average Mexican restaurant. Our drinks and tacos were very good, although nothing special. The location right across the street from the entrance to the Santa Monica Pier is very convenient after seeing the nearby sights. If you're in the area, it's a fine place to try.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
Very noisy . Hostess’ weren’t the most pleasant. We arrived 20min early before our reservation. We asked to be sat earlier . There were several empty tables and they gave us a hard time . Nonetheless we sat near the kitchen never again . It’s just not what I expected the food was bland . Waitress was nice . Drinks were goood. It’s not what I expected. And the restroom was dirty
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Donny
Salt Lake City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Great location. Perfect for when the family is visiting. The only negative is that they kept messing up our order, which could have been a single occurrence. I will visit again.
AM
AMAZING
Los Angeles
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this restaurant! The rood is delicious. I drive from NE L.A. to dine there. One of my favorites in the city.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Everyone working there was extremely rude. For a restaurant that is in a touristic destination, they were not hospitable at all.
KO
KathyO
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Went for DineLA (May 2023) and got the fish and chicken, and chopped salad and pork sopas. Both were excellent! Service was great. Lots of food for the $45 price.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience2
The waitress was super good and attentive. Food service was very very slow.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great experience the manager was helpful and our waitress gave great service
PS
PaulS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience1
So loud… could not hear each other, and only 4 of us. Food…. Just ok, nothing special at all.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was superb! Honestly from start to finish it was awesome and very professional. The queso fundido is a must and Enchiladas with mole to get filled up with a dash of a Michelada you won’t need more.
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Lusi
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a very pleasant experience. The food and service were great.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I will definitely be returning! The hosts, our waitress, the bartenders, and the managers gave us the best experience with their attentiveness and their charisma. The food was delicious, prepared in a timely manner and the drinks were exquisite. I loved the tequila cart and the variety of tequilas that they offered
B
Bill
Los Angeles
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience1
We came here on a Friday evening. The food was delicious, but expensive. The Problem was the music. Extraordinarily loud. We'll never come back.
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LauraH
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kimberly our host was friendly and had really good food recommendations. Carnitas empanadas, surf turf tablita was delicious enough for two and dessert😋 which was on the house. I highly recommend this restaurant everyone was friendly.
JY
JohnY
Chicago
21 reviews
vip
2.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience1
Honestly, I never give bad reviews and I don’t like doing it. But avoid this place with all of your effort. The drinks and appetizers were fine, but the entrees where horrible, the service sucked, and the location was a noisy crowded tourist hell. Not to mention the insanely high prices for what this was, mediocre Mexican food.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Fantastic service and great drinks. Everyone enjoyed their meal.
LB
LBLB
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Red O the fajitas are excellent and the queso fundido is delicious I definitely Recommend the Santa Monica sunset for you drink of choice
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Alex
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good quality food and large servings. Very generous for bottomless mimosas as well. Will definitely come back :)
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erikd
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good was good and the service was great. Evelyn was very attentive and friendly.
MD
MariaD
San Francisco
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a delicious lunch, we ordered 6 different dishes and they were all full of flavor.
QR
QuickyRickyB
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hi, spent 3 hours eating & drinking at our table. Drinks-excellent. Service-excellent (thank you Julie). Food-excellent. Desserts (yes plural) … what’s beyond excellent ! The vibe inside is fun. Overall congrats to management, service staff & chef/kitchen. Really well done.
RED O Cantina - Santa MonicaResponded on March 21, 2023Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a glowing review! We appreciate you! And are so happy we made you happy! We look forward to serving you again soon!
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LeahK
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We booked a last min ressie for a birthday and it was fabulous. Got a seat right by the window to people watch and the meal was super delicious and reasonably priced. Will come back if ever in the Santa Monica area again. Highly recommend.
OB
OlivierB
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
We were proposed the worst table when we arrived with a reservation. We had to decline the first table in order to get a better table. Drinks were slow to come.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
I’ve been dying to try this place after I saw a picture of a whole fish. I ordered the whole sea bream. It was pretty good once I added all the acutrements. It could’ve used some seasoning. It came with white rice and refried beans. Both lacked flavor. The flour tortillas were really good. Tasted homemade. My boyfriend had the lobster and crab enchiladas. He said it was okay but he didn’t finish it all. That means he wasn’t that impressed. For appetizers we had oysters which were fresh and delicious. Also carnita empanadas were just okay. The cocktails were really good with a nice presentation. Service wasn’t bad. Everyone was really friendly. Food came out really fast for a busy Saturday night. Overall it was just okay to me. Definitely not worth the price. It wasn’t bad but I wouldn’t be dying to go back. For the price the food could’ve all used a little more flavor.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good experience overall. Dining room was cold as exterior could not be closed off. Should have light blankets for these times.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a reservation and we were seated immediately. The place was very busy and the ambience was very live!!!! Everyone was very attentive, cordial and polite…. Our waitress made sure that we had everything we wanted and went over the entire menu and made recommendations . The drinks were amazing! We ordered the “tablita” which is a tomahawk steak and lobster that was cooked perfectly, and the lobster was humongous…. Sammy, the manager make sure that we were taken care of, and checked in on us frequently. We dine out every Saturday and this was definitely a great experience. I truly recommend it. We had an amazing experience. !
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience5
Kitchen was closed early despite my reservations and online promotion wasn’t applied to all drinks as stated. I wasn’t greeted upon entry or when I was seated by the bartender. I didn’t feel welcome at all. It came off as if the restaurant was ready to close and didn’t care for my business
JS
JS100
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Tortilla soup chicken not high quality and soup too small. Cheese should not be melted in but in the side. Service friendly but slow and hard to get server’s attention. Loud and not as nice as before remodel.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience2
Muy pobre el servicio y alto de precio para calidad ! El Licor muy caro , un tequila sencillo té puede salir entre 30 a 60 dólares y te lo dan con hielo. No se recogen los platos al finalizar de comer . Espero mejoren !
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Travels2dine
Los Angeles
89 reviews
vip
4.0
89 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lunch get together with high school friends. Parking was difficult. Elevator were not accessible. Food and drinks were excellent allow somewhat overpriced. We had the 3 enchiladas combo, wet burritos and tacos. Service was ok but unable to find our server several times. Understand that it’s a difficult time to hire help. The parking lot situation was really the toughest part. Cash only. Different price for each level and even more if you needed a handicap spot
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
Hostess was great sat us right away . Took our server 15 minutes to greet us . Every time she left it was be 10-15 minutes to see her again. Good thing food came out fast . Manager came to drop off our cocktail and didn’t say anything when we were both out of water and needed refills. Disappointed in the service minus the host / and busser( made sure our table was nice and cleared ) . Food was good . atmosphere was good as well. I have been to the Newport locations multiple times and this was not that same standard as that location .
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Varsh
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place vibe and food
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
delicious food! our server was absolutely lovely.
TH
TonH
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service with a smile. Food was hot and tasty. I love my fish tacos and rice and beans with plantains. Food seasoned perfectly.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Other restaurant red 0 in Newport Beach more better
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AndyK
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The food and service were well below expectations. High level of street noise on Ocean. They basically closed up at 8:30....

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

RED O Cantina - Santa Monica offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 458-1600.

RED O Cantina - Santa Monica is rated 4.2 stars by 731 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(310) 458-1600

Google Map for RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

1541 Ocean Avenue, Suite 120, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional information

Cross street
Colorado
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet is available in front of the restaurant for a nominal charge. Parking is also available nearby at the Santa Monica public parking structures.
Public transit
RED O Cantina is walking distance from Santa Monica Big Blue Bus stops and the Expo LRT stop at Downtown Santa Monica (at 4th/Colorado).
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Executive chef
Sabrina Vicerra
Entertainment
Live entertainment Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.redorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(310) 458-1600
Private party facilities
Genuine hospitality marks every function held in RED O Cantina. Our dedicated event director welcomes groups of 10 to 300 guests and will give personal attention to every detail of your event, from special entertainment requests to audiovisual needs. For more information, please contact: STACIE NISHIKAWA GARCIA, Director of Events SantaMonica@redorestaurant.com 310.498.7850

RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

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Tomahawk Fridays, $99

Lobster & Shrimp Enchiladas

Spinach Enchilada

Enchilada Trio

Antojitos

Chips & Salsa$3.00

Classic Guacamole$16.00

Crispy Pork Belly Bites$21.00

Carnitas Empanadas$14.00

Queso Fundido$15.00

Empanada Poppers$14.00

Corn & Goat Cheese Tamales$14.00

Taquitos de Pollo$15.00

Quesadilla**$10.00

Nachos Grande**

Ensaladas y Sopas

Ceviche Chopped Salad$27.00

Red O Chopped Salad$14.00

Caesar Salad$15.00

Tortilla Soup$12.00

Fajitas

Fajitas

Especiales de La Casa

Pollo Asado**$32.00

Slow Braised Carnitas$30.00

Baby Back Ribs$38.00

Burrito Bowl

Red O Wet Burrito**

Combo Plates

Mar y Tierra

Grilled Bone-In Ribeye$58.00

Pescado Frito "Whole Fish"

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass$49.00

Shrimp Diablo$34.00

Prime Surf & Turf Tablita

Enchiladas

Braised Short Rib Enchiladas$28.00

Enchiladas Suizas$26.00

Lobster & Shrimp Enchiladas$39.00

Spinach Enchilada$22.00

Enchilada Trio$38.00

Aperitivos del Mar

Fresh Oysters$19.00

Classic Shrimp Ceviche$19.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare$20.00

Ceviche Negro de Pescado$20.00

Sinaloa Shrimp Tacos "Gobernador"$19.00

Coctel Campechano$22.00

Tacos y Tortas

Al Pastor Chicken Tacos$20.00

Carne Asada Tacos$23.00

Carnitas Tacos$20.00

Vegan Baja Tacos**$19.00

Crispy Tacos Dorados

Baja Fish Tacos**$24.00

Al Pastor Chicken Torta**$19.00

Short Rib Torta**$21.00

Sides

Mexican Street Corn$14.00

Fried Sweet Plantains$10.00

Papas Fritas$8.00

Dessert

Chocolate Lava Cake**$12.00

Traditional Home-Made Flan$8.00

Passion Fruit Butter Cake**$16.00

Just-Made Churros**$12.00

Tres Leches**$12.00

Rompope$6.00

Dessert Platter$34.00

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