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Tablita (32 oz Tomahawk + 1 lb Lobster Tail) - RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach

4.6 (5547)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
143 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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 and Late Night Happy Hour from 10-12am Tuesday-Saturday.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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 Thu–Sat 10:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 718-0300
  • Website
    http://redorestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard Myatt
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    143 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  • 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, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach's menu was last updated on 8/13/2024.

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What 5,547 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Red O Taste of Mexico in Newport Beach offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "fun and festive ambience" and "beautiful venue." Standout dishes include the ceviche and taco plates, praised for their "amazing" flavors. Service by staff members like Veronica and Leonardo is often highlighted as "outstanding." Despite some mixed reviews, it remains a popular choice for special occasions and date nights.
5,547 Reviews

  1. Angel

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    me, my babydaddy and his homie came here for a last minute spot for dinner. we surprisingly got seated right away and the hostess Lauren i believe was so kind and sweet walking us to our table.. very welcoming and our waiter Lupe did an amazing job on checking in on our table especially on a busy day. Will definitely come again!

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  2. kobalsky

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience to celebrate fathers day and great food.

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  3. Ruslana

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    You guys were awesome. We had such a great service. The staff were so nice and attentive. Thank you to all. We will be back soon. Ruslana

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  4. Edwin

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very Disappointing First Visit This was my first time dining at this restaurant, and unfortunately, the service was very poor. Our server, Jose B. was not friendly and took our order in a rude and dismissive manner. He told my son and his wife that they have 1 min to order and didn’t explain why. It made the whole experience uncomfortable. Food was good Based on this visit, we will not be returning.

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  5. Jose VIP

    California Central Coast9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the trio enchiladas and the ribeye. Both were excellent. Excellent service.

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  6. Lorraine VIP

    Los Angeles33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Food is delicious. Been here several times and never disappointed.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointed and Underwhelmed – Not Worth the Price My husband and I recently visited Red O Newport Beach for a date night and were extremely disappointed with the experience. We ordered the Surf & Turf Tomahawk Steak and Lobster at the market price of $229, expecting a premium, flavorful meal. Unfortunately, it was anything but. The steak was under-seasoned, completely lacking salt and any real depth of flavor. It was also chewy, which was incredibly disappointing for such a high-priced cut. The lobster was overcooked to the point of being rubbery and dry. To make matters worse, the service was subpar and inattentive. For the price point and the upscale image this restaurant presents, we expected a much higher standard of both food and service. Overall, this was a letdown of a date night. We won’t be returning and cannot recommend Red O to others seeking a high-quality dining experience.

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  8. Isabella

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic! We got the ceviche and taco plate for two of us and it was amazing. The plantain chips paired with ceviche were immaculate. The cucumber margarita was good, but the ice watered it down, so less ice would’ve been nice. Our server was very nice and the ambience is fun for a Friday night.
    RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport BeachResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the ceviche, taco plate, and especially the plantain chips—such a great pairing! We appreciate your feedback about the cucumber margarita and will definitely share that with our bar team to keep improving. It’s wonderful to know our server and the lively Friday night ambiance helped make your visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious food and drinks!

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  9. Jose VIP

    California Central Coast9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Red O's. I had the short rib enciladas. Delicious. My husband had the ribeye. Also delicious. Attentive friendly staff. Nice ambience. We had reservations at 4 so it wasn't very noisy. Would highly recommend
    RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport BeachResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thank you so much for choosing Red O for your first visit and for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the short rib enchiladas and that your husband loved the ribeye—both are favorites of ours too. It’s great to know our attentive staff and the ambiance helped make your experience special, especially with the calm early reservation time. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you both back soon for another delicious meal!

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  10. Jennifer

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always good . Would recommend to anyone who likes good drinks and food

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FAQs

RED O Taste of Mexico - Newport Beach 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 5547 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today
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 Thu–Sat 10:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
    Richard Myatt
  • Entertainment
    Live Entertainment 7 Nights Week.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://redorestaurant.com/
  • 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.

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