Red O

Red O Restaurant Review:

Red O, the Mexican restaurant concept from Chicago celebrity chef Rick Bayless, launched this location in La Jolla, joining the other branches in Santa Monica and Newport Beach. Begin your meal with the short rib sopes or shrimp ceviche. Mains are highlighted by lamb chops served in mole negro sauce, slow-cooked carnitas pork complemented by a red chile sauce, and chile relleno stuffed with prawns and Maine lobster. These dishes can be paired with a host of sides, most notably the Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with cotija cheese.