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RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach

4.6
4.6
4640 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
Dining at RED O is an experience like no other that offers a unique combination of Prime Steak and Seafood with Rick Bayless’ signature Mexican inspired influences. With sustainably sourced and local ingredients, RED O creates flavorful dishes true to the authentic flavors of Mexico. RED O’s team of friendly employees creates a welcoming atmosphere that parallels the luxury resort interior of the restaurant. RED O also features an impressive bar and lounge where you’ll find specialty cocktails, an extensive tequila list and an award winning wine list. The bar also offers Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. daily.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 148 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (949) 718-0300

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Sabrina Vicerra

  • Private party facilities

    RED O is the perfect setting for all occasions including corporate dinners to holiday parties as small as 10 and up to 400 guests. We also offer off site catering if you prefer your own venue.

  • Private party contact

    Director of Events: (888) 217-4044

  • Neighborhood

    Newport Beach

  • Cross street

    San Miguel Drive

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Valet parking available.

  • Entertainment

    Live Entertainment 7 Nights Week.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Taco Tuesdays at Red O

    Multiple dates available
    We’ve taken Taco Tuesday and elevated it to new heights. Enjoy energizing live music, specialty craft cocktails, authentic street tacos made-from-scratch, and classic Mexican dishes with a modern, sophisticated twist. This local’s secret is not to be missed!
  • Easter Brunch Buffet

    Apr 9, 2023 only
    Join us for a PREMIERE Easter Buffet Sunday, April 9th from 10am-3pm. Featuring multiple brunch stations like our Raw Bar, Carving Station, Seafood Paella, ready-made Omelets and all your favorites like Chilaquiles, French Toast and Pozole. Reservations encouraged. Adults $59 | Children 3-12 $24
  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Feast on succulent, Mexican cuisine, made-to-order omelets, mouth-watering tacos, decadent house-made desserts, and sip beautiful craft cocktails or refreshing wines. Enjoy $25 bottomless brunch cocktails including mimosas, bloody Marys and sangria. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm.

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What 4,640 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Orange County

    Contemporary Mexican

  • Orange County

    Most Booked

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

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  1. WJC4

    Philadelphia

    58 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    Food was good as usual, however server was not very attentive to our table. Waited considerable amount of time for drink refills, etc
  2. carriel

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere enjoyed the food great service will b back soon
  3. MontereyMom

    Jackson Hole

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Red O has become our fave when visiting the Newport Coast… Food is well presented and service is always good.. Hostess are pleasant and accommodating if you prefer to give up your table for a bar seat. Shout out to Leonardo the bartender for being upbeat and making everyone feel welcome.. it was dinner and a show!! Great guy!
  4. MicailaC

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service was excellent. This was our second time here and both times everything we ate was incredible. My only downside was that it can get very loud inside between all the guests and the music.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was fun and quiet! Good food and drinks! Would definitely go back again
  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was great. Food was delicious. Had a great time.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    The food was good, the service was a little weird. I felt that because we were young we weren't serviced as fast as others around us, but it was also very busy. I don't know if they're understaffed but it definitely felt like they were.
  8. Darren

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Overall, great food and atmosphere. Red O is always a home run on authentic Mexican cuisine with a slight gourmet twist but still honoring tradition.
  9. ChrisC

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Red O never fails to impress. They have great seating options and we opted for the pavilion so we could watch March Madness. The food was delicious and the drinks were perfect. Try the seabass or the Ribeye with Mole.
  10. FoodieQ

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome experience. They over delivered and exceeded expectations. Jose B. made the entire visit worthwhile. Had a nice conversation with one of the managers afterwards - really nice guy. I highly recommend that you go. You won’t be disappointed.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service as soon as you walk in the doors. Food was excellent, try the Surf and Turf if you want to go big. My new favorite restaurant.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time coming here as we celebrated my husband’s birthday. The restaurant’s ambience was amazing! So beautiful I couldn’t stop taking pictures. It was just a little dark to be able to read the menu, so used our light on our phones. All our meals ordered were delicious. However, my brother in law ordered the chicken fajitas and said it was a bit salty, nevertheless still ate it. Service was great. Will definitely come back again.
  13. Mina

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    Celebrating friends nuptials, server Kendra said she would make sure to make them feel special but she didn’t nothing to do anything. She was nice at first but then became rude. Perhaps she was annoyed that we were deep in conversation and was always ready when she would ask if we were ready for drink or food order.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    The service was lackluster. We waited for 15 minutes before someone finally came and asked if we had been helped. He then started to take our order, but it felt like he was overwhelmed and we were just too much. We ordered dessert, which he then forgot. So then he had to redo the bill and get dessert. I had a carnitas taco and the portobello mushroom taco. Both were good. My friend had a vegan taco salad and it was nothing to brag about. We ordered guacamole, which had so many big onions in it, it's all you could taste. Their salsa and chips were the highlight. Restaurant came highly recommended. Maybe it's better for dinner. Lunch was a disappointment
  15. LauraA

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Lobster Benedict for Sunday brunch was fresh, seasoned well, a double serving & delicious. The spicy mango mojito was everything and the server with the man bun (sorry forgot his name) was top tier! The ambiance is always lovely too, a real fine dining feel. My fiancé and I will definitely be back!
  16. AlexaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The BEST Enchiladas Suizas I’ve ever had!!! The Cucumber Refresher Margarita is also a must have!
  17. VivianA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff did an excellent job helping me surprise my husband with a gender reveal. Very attentive and detailed!
  18. Modelo

    Orange County

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The food was awful and overpriced even with Restaurant Week menu.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great people at Red O with good service and food-Enchiladas and sauces are very good
  20. thebrasilian

    Orange County

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent menu. Lots of variety. Reasonably priced compared to other restaurants in the area. Extensive tequila offerings.
  21. Surferandlibrarian

    Los Angeles

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful experience (except for the loud diners at the next table!). The food, prices and service were great,
  22. LizT

    Palm Springs

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Decided to make a reservation not knowing it was restaurant week in OC met up with a girlfriend and enjoyed a two course meal for $25. Our waiter. Eric was fantastic and engaged in conversation and recommendations.
  23. davidS

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The BEST mole sauce in So Cal! We love the food although a bit noise.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Everything was great. Food and service was wonderful. Only complaint I have is that we came for a special occasion and were seated in the outdoor area next to an exit where it kept opening due to the coming and going of staff. The door would be left open and it was freezing cold and raining. Plus, we were right under a big screen tv with basketball game on. It felt like we were at a sports bar. We were not inside to get the feel of the lively ambiance and thats what we came for to celebrate. I think when people make reservations for a special event, seat them accordingly.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me & my son had a great time we both love the food & ambiance.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch with the girls 🎉🎉🎉. The food was great l!!!
  27. TiffZ

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server named minjoon was awesome. He was friendly and attentive. We had a great time
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Tia was a great waitress! Attentive and very kind and made great food suggestions
  29. JeneanW

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Red O is our "go to" when we want good food, good drinks and the absolute best service! Thank you again to all the staff and cheers to the cook!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Music was way too loud. Very hard to talk and hear on a first date.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service- delicious food
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you to Cesar and Alejandro for the amazing customer service and making our first time to the restaurant a pleasant time. The food for delicious, love the ambiance and the service was the best. I will be coming soon again.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner with excellent service.
  34. SuzanneV

    Orange County

    106 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is always good no matter what day of the week you go. A very busy place and it’s obvious why. Great service and really good upscale Mexican cuisine.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    I had a great experience, nice server and ambiance
  36. MAMAMare

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our lunch at Red "O". We sat next to the burning fireplace. Our server was friendly, welcoming, attentive to our needs and desires. Wonderful way to celebrate a birthday with friends.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family and I went to Red O to celebrate my mothers birthday. The server was extremely engaging and patient with my parents. We loved all of our meals and loved the music. We really enjoyed ourselves and can’t wait to go back.
  38. JohnR

    Los Angeles

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food is always good. Enchiladas great, tacos good. Service sketchy this time.
  39. Sm310

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    made a reservation for two requesting a booth. Once I got there they tried sitting us outside tables. After declining they were able to accommodate. Besides that food a server where good.
  40. TonyD

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and Great Service. Very lively atmosphere!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach using the Order Online button. RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 718-0300.

RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach is rated 4.6 stars by 4640 OpenTable diners.

RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 148 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach

143 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross street

    San Miguel Drive

  • Neighborhood

    Newport Beach

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Steak

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Valet parking available.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Sabrina Vicerra

  • Entertainment

    Live Entertainment 7 Nights Week.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (949) 718-0300

  • Private party facilities

    RED O is the perfect setting for all occasions including corporate dinners to holiday parties as small as 10 and up to 400 guests. We also offer off site catering if you prefer your own venue.

  • Private party contact

    Director of Events: (888) 217-4044

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