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Tana, Metairie, LA

Tana

4.7
4.7
495 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
20:00
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
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 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 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

    US$125.00 per party

    Prepaid

    3 Jan 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

    US$400.00 per party

    Prepaid

    3 Jan 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: 5 December 2024

                                                      What 495 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
                                                      • 4.8Service
                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                      • 4.3Value

                                                      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."

                                                      495 Reviews

                                                      1. Susan H

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Wonderful evening, service was excellent, food was outstanding, great wine selection (and advice from the sommelier); was not a quiet restaurant-everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. will go again!

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                                                      2. Kia

                                                        Los Angeles

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        3.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 2
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        The food was okay nothing to brag about, the service was spectacular. I will they have more seafood options. They change their menu and took a feel things of which was very disappointing.

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                                                      3. Robin

                                                        VIP

                                                        Washington DC

                                                        22 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        22 reviews

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great food and the service is amazing. A bit loud which means you can’t hear the music but I will be back.

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                                                      4. Meg

                                                        VIP

                                                        St. Louis

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        I will definitely go back but will order differently! The Caesar salad was the best I’ve ever had so I would get that again. The experience was great, service is very attentive and knowledgeable. Drinks are good! The lamb shank was good - and should be for the price - I did not care for the richness of all the sauces or sides. I would definitely never order the octopus again (our server pushed this big time so we were disappointed we deviated from our original plan) plus it’s very expensive for being mostly sauces once again and a very rich, tempura (but somehow soggy) coating. Not my favorite and I love grilled octopus. My husband’s steak was great. Cooked perfectly he ate every bite.

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                                                      5. William

                                                        VIP

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        645 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        645 reviews

                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Wonderful meal and service. We have been 3 times. Appreciate the valet parking.

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                                                      6. Naima

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        3 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        3 reviews

                                                        Dined on 19 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Awesome ambience during the holidays. The drinks and food were great and our staff made us feel special. The dark chocolate pistachio balls at the end of the meal are amazing.

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                                                      7. Jeanne

                                                        VIP

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        43 reviews

                                                        3.0

                                                        43 reviews

                                                        Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 4
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        The place is beautiful. It’s a little off putting that they won’t seat you until absolutely everyone is there and they won’t let you order appetizers while you look at the menu to decide what you want. It’s kind of like the customer isn’t first. Their convenience is first. The food and service were fine. It’s very pricey. My main complaint is the noise level. We were in the room furthest from the front door and it seemed like on the way out the other room might have been quieter. Our party of five had a very hard time talking. If I returned it would be with just a party of two so you could talk.

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                                                      8. James

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        14 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        14 reviews

                                                        Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                        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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                                                      9. Ashley

                                                        New Orleans

                                                        1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

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

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                                                      10. Yvonne

                                                        Alabama

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        4.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                        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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                                                      FAQs

                                                      Tana is rated 4.7 stars by 495 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                      Make a booking

                                                      2 people
                                                      20:00
                                                      Booked 50 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
                                                      • Area
                                                        Metairie
                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                        Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
                                                      • 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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