RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla

RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Christen

   San Diego8 reviews

   2.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Was disappointed to find changes They now charge for chips and salsa. Weird. We love the fajitas, but were surprised to not only find that the price increased BUT also they normally come with a small side of sour cream, cheese and a salsa. Now you have to order the sauces for your fajitas and pay for each one you want! The service was B team. Really hope this is not the new standard or we will be finding new favorite fajitas.
   

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   Maria VIP

   San Diego16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Red O's was a happy surprise. I was unfamiliar with the restaurant and another member of our group of 5 suggested it. The restaurant is beautiful inside. Our server, Omar, was fantastic and the food and drinks were delicious. What was even better was the noise level was reasonable so the overall experience was completely enjoyable. I highly recommend checking this place out. Great food in a beautiful setting that is NOT a zoo. Perfect.
   

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   Rodney

   San Diego1 review

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent food!! Great menu with plenty of good choices.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded today

   Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughtful review. We're happy you're happy! We look forward to serving you again, soon!
   

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   May VIP

   San Francisco36 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This restaurant was beautiful and the service was great.   we sat at the  covered patio with the fire pits and it was really nice.  I would say the food was just OK for the value, but the staff and service was impeccable.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks so much for your review. We're happy you were pleased, but we'd love to become great in your book! We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again, soon!
   

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   Lynn

   San Diego37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good as usual. Service was OUTANDING. Best waiter ever.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded today

   Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughtful review. We're happy you're happy! We look forward to serving you again, soon!
   

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   Leveti

   San Francisco2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 21, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   The restaurant appeared to close at 10pm according to online but they turned away our 8:45 reservations because the kitchen was already closed.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for sharing your feedback. It sounds like we have some work to do and we will take action. We'd love the opportunity to make this right and serve you again, soon.
   

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   Nancy VIP

   San Diego75 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gosh it was so nice. First of all valet was extremely convenient. Right up front for 10$. Great deal. The ambiance and decor of the restaurant were both beautiful and dare I say extravagant? It was an Easter buffet. We sat in their beautiful patio w my family and service dog. For 68$/person the food was plentiful and all tasted fresh using quality ingredients . Definitely no cutting corners with cheap filler food you expect at a buffet. Loved the salmon, prime rib, oysters, chilaquiles, chicken enchiladas carnitas shrimp and shrimp ceviche. There was so much more but I was stuffed ( all American breakfast items including an omelet making bar). The dessert table had many items to choose from but at that point I stuck with their freshly cut fruit with mint leaves. Perfect refreshing ending to a very nice meal. The service was a 10. Everyone was so pleasant and nice.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded on April 21, 2025

   Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughtful review. We truly appreciate it! We hope to see you again, soon!
   

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   America

   San Diego1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a delicious Easter brunch. We enjoyed it very much.
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughtful review. We're happy you're happy! We look forward to serving you again, soon!
   

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   Alicia

   San Diego4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service!! Amazing food and drinks!! Free parking was definitely a plus!!
   

   RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded on April 17, 2025

   Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughtful review. We truly appreciate it! We hope to see you again, soon!
   

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    Sandy VIP

    Orlando70 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Overall, our experience was very good. The food was delicious, although slightly overpriced for Mexican food. Alex, the  host, was exuberant, delightful, and went above and beyond. The major complaint is that we had a party of 12 and they refused to let us use more than four credit cards, which I have never ever experienced and could be a real drawback for large parties. 
    

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    RED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaResponded on April 13, 2025

    Thanks so much for your review. We're happy you were pleased, but we'd love to become great in your book! We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again, soon!
    

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