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Dan Tana's
Cocktail Bar and Italian Restaurant$$$$
West Hollywood
Has a stamp of approval from Bon Appetit Magazine and The Wall Street Journal
"You can't go wrong with the chicken parm or the Helen...."(12 Tips)
"... are: fried calamari, mozzarella marinara, White Fish, Chicken Parmigiana, & the..."(2 Tips)
"large, old style red leather booths."(2 Tips)
"Old school Italian joint."(2 Tips)
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One of my top places in LA. The dishes that top my list are: fried calamari, mozzarella marinara, White Fish, Chicken Parmigiana, & the spaghetti with meatballs. Be sure it finish with a cannoli.
David FisherApril 19, 2022Everything! Dan Tana’s is the best Italian food and the staff is amazing and are good friends. Love the Chicken piccata! Yum
Best chicken parm anywhere. Also the New York strip is outstanding. Get the cappuccino ice cream to end the meal.
Mercedes McLemoreAugust 21, 2012The only place you ever need to eat Italian food in LA. Great menu, old school vibe, perfect wine list. If you order cheesecake, split it because it's RICH
Stan BashmashnikovSeptember 22, 2014One of the best Italian resteraunts I've ever been to. Completely authentic feel. Old 1960s Hollywood vibe. You'll feel like you're sitting amongst the stars. A must visit.
Offbeat L.A.January 28, 2016Opened 1964. Iconic celebrity-studded Italian restaurant. Red leather booths, old school classic.
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014It's kind of the "Hollywood Booth," the classic. You feel like you're in your messy uncle's favorite restaurant. Always have a martini at the bar. Read more
Los AngelesAugust 22, 2013You can get a plate of spaghetti with champion-sized meatballs or satisfying chicken Parmesan. We especially appreciate the seasoned staff and stiff martinis.- gary pianoOctober 18, 2011great food and a fun place. sit in the bar area. large, old style red leather booths. The dining area, just behind the bar, has smaller tables with chairs only. A bit crowded.
HeatherDecember 28, 2014The Shrimp Diavolo is to die for!!! Next time I'll get a "before" picture ;)
Voice PlacesMarch 11, 2013"If anything should happen to me, my wife has been ordered to feed chicken parm from Dan Tana's to me intravenously as long as I can possibly survive on it," says one of our members. Read more
Bozana VlahovicJuly 21, 2014Great atmosphere, nice staff, very good food! Try Tana salad a la Nicky Hilton!
Go to the bar. Order your favorite drink. Be confident. Buy the bartender a shot.
BiancaMarch 7, 2022A classic, must try. Get a dirty martini at the bar. Pretty sure you will see some celebrities.
Gabriella HoopMay 9, 2013A very nice old skool Italian restaurant. Very cozy and large portions. The cappuccino was great!
melissa rJuly 18, 2014Great "red sauce" very old school italian. Huge portions. Really fun vibe here.
EpicuriousAugust 23, 2010This local landmark's decor recalls the days of the Rat Pack, but is packed full of modern Hollywood legend. The rich and famous gather here for martinis and chicken parm that can't be beat.- Jack GashiDecember 9, 2015Old school Italian joint. The parms- any of them - are cheesy deliciousness
Nacho AdornaNovember 8, 2011Ralphie is the man!! best waiter I've ever seenin my whole life...the greatest!!! Dan Tana's is the place in Hollywood
delNovember 9, 2012Portions are large so save room for dessert -- The espresso bean chocolate ice cream is luscious.
Rodney PetersonJuly 8, 2012Here I am because BOA is closed for a True Blood wrap party. I'm a gonna read your tips before I order and if anyone of yous is lyin about dis joint I'll be coming for ya kapisch?
Nabil BazzariSeptember 23, 2014Amazing N.Y. strip steak...so yummy. This is how steak should taste like !
Natalie CervelliJune 13, 2015This is cafeteria Italian, for those who like Spaghetti-o's. Come only if you want to spot a celebrity who clearly doesn't want to eat.
One of the most OG Italian joints in LA. Delicious & open late. Love this place!
Nona HarrisonApril 3, 2014Great food, service and dessert!! My husbands favorite Italian restaurant!
Four Seasons Los Angeles ConciergeMarch 7, 2012One of the best restaurants to dine at to get a taste of Old Hollywood!
Oren AJuly 16, 2010can't leave without a mozzarella marinara (its literally a sauce covered cheese log) for an appetizer and a cannoli for dessert
Nic NewmanMarch 2, 2018Worst experience of my life. The waitstaff was rude lied about items being free. It seemed like the waiter wanted to punch me. Manager didn’t even care. Food wasn’t even good. I would NOT recommend.
Geof LambertNovember 16, 2010Great steaks, pasta, salad and service...sit at the bar if you can't get a table!
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014Micah Wexler, chef of Wexler's Deli (coming 2014), eats here on his nights off. He loves the Chicken tana. Read more
Dena HammoudApril 24, 2011Beware....seating is beyond uncomfortable. Be ready to see your chiropractor!
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Located next to the Troubadour, our Italian restaurant has been a staple of West Hollywood for over 50 years. For generations, both Hollywood elite and regular families have sat at neighboring tables and called our restaurant home...
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–12:30 AM
(310) 275-9444
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out
Parking
Street, Private Lot, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Old-school games are the theme with a helping of VIP allure: break-the-bank craft cocktails, $100/hour bowling (there are only two lanes, and they’re vintage) and, of course, beautiful people."
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Aaron Accetta - 8.6
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