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Tana, Metairie, LA

Tana

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4.7
4.7
581 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian
2919 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001-5310

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7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Hot spot
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.

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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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Menu

Tana's menu was last updated 2025-01-19.

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

          • 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 Chop Parmesan

                                  broiled caciocavallo cheese, saffron tomatoes, peperonata

                                  • Veal Marsala

                                    local mushrooms, roasted fennel & shallot

                                    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: January 19, 2025

                                                    What 581 people are saying

                                                    Tana 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

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.3Value

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                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Tana offers a "great dining experience" with "phenomenal" food and "attentive" service. Its "beautiful" ambiance is perfect for special occasions or date nights. Highlights include the "delicious" pasta and unique desserts. Although some find it "loud" and "pricey," the "memorable" meals and atmosphere make it a favored spot among diners.
                                                    581 Reviews

                                                    1. Victoria

                                                      Atlanta2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      I was born in New Orleans in 1957. I have been in every known restaurant in the city as well as United States and traveled many countries. I am Sicilian and I have been raised with great cooks in the family as well as myself and I can say without question Tana is the best restaurant I’ve ever eaten in my life and will continue to go there as I’m sure there will bemany more locations.

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                                                    2. OpenTable Diner

                                                      Baltimore3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The meatballs and red sauce were heaven! Tart and the melty ricotta was so delicious. Our servers were attentive and professional- explained everything well. Great place and nice decor!

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                                                    3. Jason

                                                      New Orleans1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Our servers were excellent -friendly and funny! Food was delicious! We had the stuffed porkchops (our favorite), filet, pasta, octopus, and oysters.

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                                                    4. Chip VIP

                                                      New Orleans7 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We’ve been several times for dinner but today was the first time for brunch. It was quite excellent and our server was delightful. Everything was delicious and would love to see a few more items on the brunch menu. Will be back soon!

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                                                    5. Nicholas

                                                      New Orleans1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      It was amazing, food and service were exceptional

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                                                    6. Jason

                                                      New Orleans5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Great first experience. Staff very knowledgeable and on it! Food was a departure from the norm and delicious. We will go back often.

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                                                    7. Jose

                                                      Chicago4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Always a great experience, one of the best restaurants in NOLA, staff is always very friendly. We always love going there.

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                                                    8. Nick

                                                      Tallahassee38 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on March 23, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Food was plentiful and delicious! Prices for the appetizers, pasta and desserts were reasonable! Alcohol and coffee were higher priced but the Prosecco and Chianti and Cosmopolitan were excellent! Will definitely go back!

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                                                    9. MICHELLE VIP

                                                      New Orleans5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on March 20, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Service was fantastic! Ambience and food on par…lovely experience!

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                                                    10. EmuC

                                                      New Orleans4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on March 16, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      I had snapper - delicious - and husband had filet - also delicious. The Budino (chocolate) for dessert was to die for! We will be back with friends.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Tana is rated 4.7 stars by 581 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                    Booked 31 times today
                                                    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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