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Tana, Metairie, LA

Tana

4.7
4.7
488 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Tana is an upscale Italian restaurant drawing from local Chef Michael Gulotta's New Orleans Sicilian upbringing as well as his time training in the Liguria region of Italy.

Experience cocktails in our comfy lounge with jewel toned plush booths and ambient lighting. Dine in the classically Italian styled main room with wood beams or The Villa, which is light and airy with lots of natural light, as if you're dining al fresca on the Sicilian coast.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Italian, Lounge
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 533-8262
  • Website
    https://www.tanaitalian.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Michael Gulotta
  • Private party facilities
    Tana has a private dining room that seats up to 40 guests or cocktails up to 60. Special group menus are available for larger groups as well. Tana may be rented out for larger groups (60+). This would allow guests access to the entire restaurant, including lounge, patio and both dining rooms.
  • Location
    2919 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001-5310
  • Neighborhood
    Metairie
  • Cross street
    Between Metairie Lawn and Ridgelake
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    $150.00 Set 5 course New Year's Eve menu. Amuse - Tuna Crudo Satsuma, boquerones, castelvetrano olive, fennel; 1st Course - Oysters Rockefeller Bechamela, spigarello, truffle, pancetta, grana padano; 2nd Course - BBQ Lobster Raviolo Ricotta, mascarpone, preserved lemon, New Orleans style barbeque sauce; INTERMEZZO ~ lemon sorbetto; 4th Course - 7oz Wagyu Denver Steak potato pave, brown butter emulsion; 5th Course - Chocolate Hazelnut Bar hazelnut sponge, chocolate mousse, compressed strawberries, cocoa crumble, strawberry gelato

  • Copy of Flashback Friday Table Reserve

    $125.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Jan 3, 2025 only
    Reserve yourself a 2 top table for our Flashback Friday event. Live music from our DJ playing 80's music from 9pm till. This deposit is a food and beverage minimum that can be applied toward your check or refund once minimum is met.

  • Copy of Flashback Friday VIP Booth

    $400.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Jan 3, 2025 only
    Reserve yourself a 6 top VIP booth for our Flashback Friday event. Live music from our DJ playing 80's music from 9pm till. This deposit is a food and beverage minimum that can be applied toward your check or refund once minimum is met.

Menu

Starters

  • Braised Meatballs

    red gravy, warm ricotta, toasted focaccia

    • Cajun Caviar

      savory zeppole, herbed lardo butter

      • Oysters Bordelaise

        crispy fried from P&J oyster house

        • Fried Calamari

          zucchini, citrus chili vinaigrette

          • Pumpkin Stuffed "Barbagiuan"

            stracchino cheese, sage, brown butter, honey

            • Glazed Octopus

              smoked bone marrow, tomato agrodolce, crispy risotto nero

              • Gulf Tuna Crudo

                satsuma bagna cauda, fennel, taggiasca olive

                Salad

                • Creamy Italian

                  butter lettuce, dried cherries, olive salad, sunflower seeds

                  • Caesar

                    romain, chicory, bottarga, cured yolk

                    Pasta

                    • Four Cheese Ravioli

                      truffle cream

                      • Radiatore in Red Gravy

                        burrata, olive oil, calabrian chili

                        • Blue Crab and Squid Ink Fusilli

                          hot sausage, saffron tomatoes, meyer lemon

                          • Gulf Shrimp Paccheri

                            pistachio, tomato, cream

                            • Tagliatelle alla Ruota

                              finished tableside in a wheel of parmesan cheese

                              Entrees

                              • Roast Chicken alla Tana

                                creamer potatoes, roasted peppers, pan drippings, oregano

                                • Red Snapper

                                  pesto trapanese

                                  • Pork Parmesan

                                    crispy fried porchetta, stewed tomatoes, broiled caciocavallo cheese

                                    • Braised Lamb Shank

                                      roasted garlic, olive and citrus marmellata , couscous, pine nuts

                                      Steaks and Chops

                                      • Barrel Cut Filet

                                        • NY Strip

                                          • Tomahawk Rib-Eye

                                            Sides

                                            • Charred Zucchini

                                              citrus, ricotta salata, marcona almond

                                              • Broiled Potatoes and Peppers

                                                pan drippings, oregano

                                                • Baked Polenta

                                                  roasted garlic, fontina, fermented honey

                                                  • Capelli di Angelo

                                                    olive oil, garlic, tomato

                                                    • Grilled Garlic Focaccia

                                                      olive oil, sea salt

                                                      Last updated: December 5, 2024

                                                      What 488 people are saying

                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                      4.7
                                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                      • 4.7Food
                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                      • 4.2Value

                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      Tana offers a "beautiful atmosphere" and "exceptional service" with a menu that delights in its variety and quality. Guests rave about the "amazing pasta" and "delicious" dishes, from the "radiatore pasta" to "tiramisu." While the ambiance is lively and sometimes loud, the "elegant decor" and attentive staff make it a top choice for "special occasions."

                                                      488 Reviews

                                                      1. James

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        14 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        14 reviews

                                                        Dined today

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 4
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Liked our experience at Tana. Food was excellent, portions a bit on the small side but still plenty to fill you up. Service was good, drinks took some time once ordered so if you think you’re going to have another order it before you need it. Overall pretty good an will be on our return list.

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                                                      2. Ashley

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Loved everything about this place, will be back!!!

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                                                      3. Yvonne

                                                        Alabama

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 3
                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                        A true dining experience but it does come at a cost. Food is pricey but everyone loved their choices. Oyster appetizer a must. Fish entree very good as well as chicken. We've been there a few times and the menu stays the same. I'd like to see a few new dishes to try. My criticism is that it's a bit noisy and the base of the table interferes with moving your legs.

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                                                      4. Darlene

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        20 reviews

                                                        vip
                                                        5.0

                                                        20 reviews

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        The food is always great and our waiter was incredibly friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning soon

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                                                      5. OpenTable Diner

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        My dining experience at TANA was fabulous! I recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a wonderful and unforgettable dining experience.

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                                                      6. chau

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        4 reviews

                                                        vip
                                                        4.0

                                                        4 reviews

                                                        Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 3
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        The aesthetic of the restaurant was very pleasing. The service was good. The food was OK. The Pasta Cart dish did not taste that great but the experience of it was nice with how they prepared it at tableside and explaining about the cheese wheel. The Shrimp Paccheri was good. It reminded me of a Tuscan style pasta. The cocktails did not taste great but they did look great. I got a dirty martini that tasted like straight gin. My wife got a drink called purple rain, which tasted OK. I believe if they decrease the amount of lemon or lime that was in that drink, it would taste better.

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                                                      7. Beau

                                                        Chicago

                                                        1 review

                                                        3.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                        Service was great once we reached the table. The food was solid, and the pasta made tableside was fun. Then an 80s DJ Dance party broke out in the bar area, including a light show. For the price, the restaurant seems like it wants to be fine dining. I was surprised when it turned into a club halfway through dinner.

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                                                      8. Jeanie

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on December 2, 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Delicious food. Fun servers. We had a great time. Def will go back!

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                                                      9. Juliette

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on December 1, 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        It was very loud but the food, drinks, and service were great!

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                                                      10. Michelle

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        29 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        29 reviews

                                                        Dined on December 1, 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Tana is a great addition to the Metairie restaurant scene. The Meatball appetizers are my favorite, along with the oysters. The red snapper entre was delicious. Our servers were attentive and knowledgeable. I also recommend just going for cocktails at the bar. The bar seating area is very luxe. Definitely going back.

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                                                      FAQs

                                                      Tana is rated 4.7 stars by 488 OpenTable diners.

                                                      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 37 times today
                                                      Experiences are available.
                                                      Google Map for Tana

                                                      2919 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001-5310

                                                      Additional information

                                                      • Cross street
                                                        Between Metairie Lawn and Ridgelake
                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                        Metairie
                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                        Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                      • Price
                                                        $31 to $50
                                                      • Cuisines
                                                        Contemporary Italian, Italian, Lounge
                                                      • Dining style
                                                        Fine Dining
                                                      • Dress code
                                                        Smart Casual
                                                      • Parking details
                                                        Private Lot
                                                      • Payment options
                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                      • Executive chef
                                                        Chef Michael Gulotta
                                                      • Additional
                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                      • Website
                                                        https://www.tanaitalian.com/
                                                      • Phone number
                                                        (504) 533-8262
                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                        Tana has a private dining room that seats up to 40 guests or cocktails up to 60. Special group menus are available for larger groups as well. Tana may be rented out for larger groups (60+). This would allow guests access to the entire restaurant, including lounge, patio and both dining rooms.

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