We had a lovely lunch at casa de Oro in Red Oak, Iowa! The service was perfection. Welcoming light hearted decorations greet you at the door. From there every single member greeted our party with smiles and welcomes. The food was well presented and tasty. Yelper had beef enchilada with salsa verde. It was mild but full of flavor. Afraid we were too hungry to remember to film our plates, but they were hot plates ( nice on a very cold wet day) As a spicy salsa aficionado I must say the salsa was very mild for me. Our favorite part though was the warmth and caring of or servers. They would get ten stars. Our visit with our Iowa cousins was made extra memorable at Casa de Oro. Truly golden read more

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Was in town, decided to try this restaurant and I'm so glad we did. The restaurant was very clean, organized and very appealing. The gentleman that greeted us was very friendly and dressed nice, he knew what to say, and gave us the right amount of time to look over the menu, and to start, we had the chips and salsa and was very tasty. The food came out fairly quickly and was spot on! Definitely would recommend, as the food was delicious! read more

We stopped into Casa De Oro on a Saturday night for dinner and they were able to seat our group of 8 (4 kids and 4 adults) immediately, which was great. We've had Casa De Oro twice while visiting our family in Red Oak - once in person and one for pickup. The pickup order was "fine" but our second time having it was seated/in person, and it was WAY better as dine-in and served up fresh, than when it's packed up and sitting in your car on the way home. The feel of the restaurant was busy and buzzing, but that didn't detract from the quality of service at all. Our server was fantastic and super kind and fun. My husband and I started with the cheese dip, which was a white cheese and was DELISH. We ended up getting two more orders for the table because it was gobbled up so fast. For entrees, my husband and I had the Burrito Mexicano and the Tacos al Carbon: -The Tacos al Carbon were filled with chicken (my protein choice) and smothered with ranchero sauce, along with a side of beans and rice. It was super well seasoned and tasty. I'd definitely recommend it, if you're a fan of ranchero sauce (a medley of tomato and chili!) -The Burrito Mexicano was filled with the protein of our choice (beef), rice, refried beans, and topped with their burrito sauce and melted cheese, along with lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream and shredded cheese. It was melt-in-your mouth scrumptious. The younger kids had items off the kids menu, which they had no complaints about, and the pre-teen kids shared the jumbo super nachos (I'm not sure if that was the actual name, but that was how they ordered it and the server knew what they meant LOL) We also tried the peach margarita, and it was fabulous. I don't even like peach flavor normally, but this one hit different and wasn't too sweet. Overall, I'd say definitely eat Casa De Oro in person, because if you take it to-go, you miss out on the ambiance, service, and freshness of the dine-in experience! read more

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Love Casa, We dine here whenever we're in Stanton. Owners are so nice and accommodating and food is great!

Always GREAT over last 10 years. Never anything but good food with outstanding customer service.

My husband and I eat here at least twice a month if we can. We love it . The food is always hot, fresh and delicious . The owners are fabulous as well as all the staff . So friendly and outgoing , making every meal enjoyable . I love the burrito Blanca . It is delicious ! Well everything is ! Go see for yourself ! read more

My favorite things about this place: -service was great! -best guacamole ever! -peach margarita gave me a good buzz and I couldn't taste the alcohol (which I loved) Something's that we're different but had a good twist: -pico de gallo had cabbage in it -I liked the sauce on the Buffalo wings (but wished they were crispier) Definitely a place I would love to come back to. read more

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Sometimes, you just look at a friend and say, "I need a margarita." That's where Casa de Oro will *always* save the day. Good food. Good people. Good margaritas. Some of my favorite memories were created at Casa de Oro. The food is always good, fresh, and plenty of it! If you like your food (or drinks!) with a bit more kick, just let them know, they are always glad to oblige. They have a fairly extensive menu, and I attempt to order different entres each visit, but sometimes I just feel like nachos, or even a burger - which may almost sound sacrilegious, but hey! they make a damn good burger! Hugo, Maria, and the rest of the staff are warm, welcoming, and treat you like good friends. They always go the extra mile. Casa is just a good place to enjoy a good meal with good people. Don't miss it. read more

Very large menu. Decided on some unique items and were fairly disappointed. Lacked spice and overall flavor. We stopped here for a jeep meet and took over the patio. The staff was fun and happy to serve us but the food itself was very disappointing. read more

A friend and I eat there once a week! Yummy Mexican food. I love the nachos casa de oro and the fajitas!

Terrific best Mexican you will find! Great Mexican, one of the very best. The owners and help are terrific. read more

Great authentic Mexican food. The chips are very addictive. The staff truly make you feel like family. They remember you each time you visit. read more

Amazing Mexican food!! So much better than Creston's, its unbelievable!! The folks go out of their way to make you feel welcome and that you are attended too...the kind of customer service you dont see anywhere anymore. Love you guys!!!! read more

Great Mexican food! The people are SOOO NICE, great service, excellent margaritas!! We eat here often!!

We went twice in two days it was so good!Our waiter,was immediately welcoming and accommodating!We wanted to eat on the PATIO with our DOG so he opened us an umbrella and brought cold water for all of us including the pup. Nice (and LARGE!) draft dark Modelo beer was not far behind .Chips(free) were warm & fresh and their house- made Salsa had a great flavor. I had to try the mole enchilada and it did not disappoint,,, made with pulled roasted chicken (no mystery chunks )!Hubby had the 3 taco combo, for just $10. The next day we did not want Mexican food so soon , but really preferred to patronize this "family business" over KFC or Taco Bell nearby, so we returned to order some Cheese burgers which also were tasty and a great value considering the thick patty and included "crinkle fries" for just $6 . I would definitely recommend this as an alternative to the chain fast food on the same road ... they even have a DRIVE THRU pickup Window read more

If you are within 50 miles,,,,,This place is a MUST. Food, service and the owner was above wonderful. You can order food as spicy as you'd or as bland as you like. I'm glad this place isn't in my home town or I'd be 100 lbs heavier. read more

If you are within 50 miles,,,,,This place is a must. Food, service and the owner was above wonderful. You can order food as spicy as you'd like. 5-Stars. read more

The food was amazing and service was excellent. The price was very reasonable and an all around great dinner. Highly recommended. If you get Jessica as your waitress, watch out, you will end up eating desert while already full lol. She was an excellent waitress. read more

From the moment I walked in, the super nice and responsive service began. It was busy at 630pm, so the first person asked "how many" and that they would clear/clean a table. While I stood there at the door, comically "how many" was asked 3 more times from 3 other people! Had to laugh. Once seated, I realized just how super fast and work harding the servers and assistants worked to provide great service...and all helped each other. Customers all seemed happy and pleased, and many locals recommended eating here. I enjoyed the warm chips and fresh salsa, a monster-size strawberry margarita; a (smallish) burrito but oh-so-good chile verde; a chicken taco (tasty but with a packaged hard shell!). All in all, it was a good place! A rare outdoor patio in the city, which is great when it's a nice afternoon or evening. Kind of plain and unassuming from the outside, but oh-so-cute on the in. And, they are in the middle of a remodel -- so it should only get better! read more

I flew out to Red Oak from Omaha for a quick lunch. Easy to get food in and out. That was tasty and good.

I Love this place! Real Mexican food! Not taco Bell crap. The food here has weight to it. when you order food it comes with a big plate and food over lapping. If you have never eaten at this place you need to. I have been there for lunch and dinner. both times was great. Nice people that work there as far as I can tell. Can not wait to eat there again. read more

This place was great I needed food for a clinic and someone told me about this place. The food was great , the staff was friendly , I couldn't recommend them higher. read more

I'm kind of impressed. I live in Houston, Texas, and am surrounded by amazing Mexican and Central American cuisine, but for a place in a town in this region, with nothing but cornfields for miles and miles around it, its really a nice little find! Service was awesome, the staff was super busy the entire time, but didn't miss a beat. Everyone seemed to be happy doing their jobs, and that's a plus.. Food was great, not the best Mexican food I've had, but I cannot complain at all. Only suggestion (but what do I know) I would make is to minimize the menu. It took me forever to decide on what to get. Way too many decisions! Keep it up, will be back if ever in the area again. Thanks! read more

We were so pleased to find Casa De Oro located next to our hotel. Our regular Red Oak favorite The Firehouse has sadly closed. My steak fajitas were delicious and Frank tried the chicken mole enchiladas. My Dos Equis Ambar was huge! Otherwise the food portions were generous but not too ridiculous. Staff was helpful, friendly and very busy, because on this Sunday evening I think everyone in Red Oak was here. I appreciate the crisp chips and the fact that the cheese is used as a garnish and not a smothering agent. read more

We were visiting some family and were starving. We didn't want fast food so we came across this Mexican Restaurant. First impression was it looked decent on the outside, when we walked in we had to wait a few minutes to be seated; not because they were busy, but because no tables were cleaned off. Once seated were provided with the menu and soon the chips with salsa. We took about 5 minutes to look over the menu and were ready to order...but we never got checked on again for easily an additional 15 minutes. Finally we get checked on and order taken, along with the table that got sat down behind us just a few minutes ago. Food was excellent, ate it all. Margarita was a bit different; but they its still a margarita! Someone eventually came and got our plates out of the way, then we proceeded to get hustled and hassled over getting desert after many attempts of saying we would pass. We waited for our check..10 minutes later still no check...finally decided to go to the counter and they printed it out... Food can be great but service can ruin it all. That is what happened here. read more

We were pleasantly surprised to find authentic mexican in Red Oak, Ia and our meals were excellent and great service.

Chimichangas, blanco enchilada and regular enchilada were amazing! Service was spectacular. We went to Red Oak location and definitely will be trying again. read more

When I run down hwy 34 I have to stop. Being raised in So. Cal I was spoiled with good Mexican food. This place is a gem I never pass with out stopping. read more

What a lovely family owned restaurant. The owners were working when we came in, waiting tables, serving drinks, busing tables. Very charming, made us feel welcome and the food was great. Our top shelf margaritas were absolutely delicious. Yum! read more

Anazing food, and the margaritas are one of the best I've ever had !! Service was top notch, and it's a true family owned business, which I'm so supportive of in today's business world. Mario our service staff was a amazing and took great care of us. Highly highly recommended!!!! read more

this was a very delightful experience good food pleasant atmosphere would go there again

We eat here often. The food is so good and owners and staff are awesome! Lots of choices on the menu!!

you have to rate this place for what it is. A gringo restaurant far away from any city. Would I eat here if this place was in Omaha? Never. But for Red Oak IA it's pretty darn good. The carne asada burrito does not suck, and that is saying quite a lot for a Mexican restaurant in small town Iowa. My favorite restaurant in Red Oak. read more

Slow service. Average food. Ordered a jumbo margarita without knowing the price. It ended up being $17.50. Ive had similar sized margaritas for $8 at other restaurants. When we asked if it was a mistake the lady responded "jumbo margarita, jumbo price." The margarita was also pretty weak. If I were to spend that much money on a drink, I'd expect it to have a fair amount of alcohol in it which this one definitely did not. Basically paid $17.50 for a slushy. The salsa was very watery as well. read more

Great food and a fantastic staff! I could easily make a meal out of the chips and salsa, IDK how many times we have our salsa refilled but it's always alot. I've had to wait for a period longer than expected when busy and questioned my decision to stop until the food came then I realized I'd most definitely wait again and again for what was placed before me. In my opinion this is one of the very best Mexican restaurants around including all of Omaha and I try nearly every single one I come across. read more

My mother reports: "If you like peach, GET the peach margarita." The waitress was shocked that I didn't want meat or dairy in my meal, but answered my questions & delivered what I ordered. I've had better Mexican food, but never better or more personal service. Nice work, Red Oak! We'll be back. read more

I have tried many different items on the menu and everything is always good. The service is great and a meal always feels like dinner with friends. read more

Service is always friendly and they do well even when they're packed. Food is always good. Drinks are pricey compared to others in the area. I love their warm chips and salsa. read more

The staff is friendly, attentive, and professional. The food is fantastic, and the prices are well within a family budget. Definitely a place to stop. read more

This was one of the worse experiences eating out I have had. We arrived at the restaurant and were seated. We ordered our drinks and it took at least 20 minutes to get them. The restaurant had maybe two other tables after we had ordered the drinks. The cheese dip tasted burnt. One of the drinks was forgotten and took another ten minutes to get. It took between 30 and 45 minutes just to order our food. My 13 year old niece ordered a cheeseburger and fries. The bun was soggy on the burger and the French fries were cold and unseasoned. They did give us a new one, but when we got our to go boxes because at that point we were all just done. There was a black hair in the to go box. There were flies in the restaurant and dark dust on the vents and ceiling. I asked for a manager at least 3 times and the waitress who was serving us said she was the manager. We were comped 5 dollars. On a positive note, the woman who delivered chips and salsa and refilled the water was just awesome and on point. Our waitress did give us extra chocolate for two of our three chocolate milks. (The other choco milk went to a 2 year old) I am hoping that it was just a bad day at this place, but I won't be back. read more