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Tanta

4.6
4.6
4737 Reviews
$31 to $50
Peruvian
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Tanta is dedicated to sharing the flavors and culture of Peru with Chicago, serving authentic Peruvian dishes and beverages in an approachable, fun and casual downtown setting. We provide service that is casual yet knowledgeable, genuine and attentive, utilizing locally sourced products and vendors that are sensitive to sustainable farming and fishing.

Tanta has two Chef’s Tables that each seat up to 10 people. These tables are located in our main dining room in between our open kitchen and cebiche bar which allows you and your guests to experience our chefs creating Peruvian cuisine while you dine.

The menu, created by Acurio and Tanta Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes diners on a voyage through Peru via its food. From the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes, to the desert, to the Amazon, Tanta celebrates the diverse landscape and ethnicities that make up Peru’s culture.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Japanese, Chinese
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 222-9700
  • Website
    http://www.tantachicago.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tito Rocha
  • Catering
    Tanta offers off-site catering for pick-up and delivery! Add some Peruvian flare at the next office lunch party, staff meeting, or dinner party at home. Visit our website for full details.
  • Private party facilities
    Tanta’s private dining room is located on the restaurant’s second floor next to the rooftop terrace – perfect for a summer product launch or an intimate company holiday party. We offer family-style brunch, lunch and dinner menus, food stations, as well as passed appetizer selections.
  • Private party contact
    Velvet Conley: (312) 222-9604
  • Location
    118 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    on Grand Avenue between Clark and LaSalle
  • Parking details
    Valet is available daily for dinner.
  • Public transit
    The red line or the brown line can get you close to Tanta.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • NYE Celebration Dinner

    $85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Ring in 2024 Peruvian-style with Tanta’s New Year’s Eve culinary experience! Ideal for early celebrators or those with post-dinner plans, our 6-course prix-fixe menu will be available from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. This exclusive offering showcases a carefully crafted blend of land and sea dishes enhanced by locally sourced and native Peruvian ingredients. A vegetarian menu will also be available. This experience will be $85 per person. Explore the full menu at https://www.tantachicago.com/nye. Please note that our regular à la carte menu will not be available.
    NYE Celebration Dinner Photo

  • NYE Dinner Premium Second Seating

    $120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Ring in 2024 Peruvian-style with Tanta’s premium New Year’s Eve culinary experience! From 8:30pm to 9:30pm, we will be offering a 7-course prix-fixe menu, featuring a celebratory champagne toast and a thoughtfully curated blend of land and sea dishes, enhanced by locally sourced and native Peruvian ingredients. A vegetarian menu option is also available. This exclusive experience will be $120 per person. Explore the full menu at https://www.tantachicago.com/nye. Please note that our regular à la carte menu will not be available.
    NYE Dinner Premium Second Seating Photo

  • New Years Day Hangover Brunch

    $70.00 per person

    Jan 1, 2024 only
    Tanta is the best place to recover from your New Years Hangover! Brunch Offerings include: Apps and Desserts PLUS Choice of 1 Entree Per Person (Full description on our website) Buffet includes: - Mini Cebiches - Variety of Nigiris - Empanadas - Anticucho Skewers -Pastel de Aselga (baked egg tart) -Fruit Salad - House salad - Variety of Dessert Options PLUS Variety of Traditional Plated Offerings! *No substitutions. Menu items subject to change, Price not including drinks, Price $70.00 PLUS Tax + 20% grat

What 4,737 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

4,737 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was amazing. We were a party of 4 and were able to share everything. My favorite was the churrasco plate!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food!!! Service was amazing. Luis from Lima is an amazing waiter, really walks you through on how Peruvian food is and the influences it has. And he also gave really recommendations on what to order. I will be going back there we different people so they can try it.

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  3. Swisstraveller

    Switzerland

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, very competent server giving useful information to us not being familiar with Peruvian kitchen.

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  4. DavidS

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was super helpful with ordering. Everything was delicious! Apps are pricey and small; we filled up on empanadas. Drinkers: don't miss the Andean Old-Fashioned!

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  5. OmarR

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ceviche is excellent. As is the Branzino fish entree.

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  6. Laura

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service,quick, good cebiche, a bit overpriced.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, simply amazing. Brought family from out of town and they loved it.

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  8. Arnoldo

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We arrived for dinner on a Friday night with an 8:30 PM reservation. However, when we checked in with the front hostess, they told us there was a small wait, and so we waited in the main entrance for our table. Unfortunately, we were not seated until 30 minutes after our reservation time. To make matters worse, when we were sat by the hostess after waiting for 30 minutes, she did not offer any apology for the wait.  The restaurant is severely miss managing their reservation times as there were several other parties, waiting long periods to be sat even though they had reservations. The ambience and service in this restaurant does not match the very high price they are charging. While we enjoyed most of the food we ordered, the restaurant is extremely loud and overly bright. Service was mediocre and slow from the hostess to the wait staff. I really wanted to like this place, but will not be coming back.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    the food is very good but it’s very loud in there!

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  10. Jerry

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place - friend visiting from NYC loved it

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  11. Nicknack

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tanta is fabulous. The food, drinks and staff are tremendous. The noise level can be a challenge if hearing is an issue.

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  12. Michelek

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great fish and rice dishes. The sauce served with tarro chips is amazing. Love brunch upstairs in the summer.

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  13. Italianfoodlover

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place had delicious food and fabulous service. Would definitely recommend.

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  14. PaulD

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place. Food was excellent. Will definitely be going back.

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  15. NadineK

    Calgary

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and recommendations from our server. Tasty food! Busy place but still felt intimate.

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  16. Edwin

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and food were great. Was sat in the upstairs room which was very bright and music playing was very quite. If they had the music up a bit and lowered the lights it would have been a better mood. Some things on the menu are questionable on price but food is delicious no doubt

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  17. MiriamZ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice restaurant with beautiful food from Peru. The waiter was amazing. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes. The noise in the restaurant was terrible though. Acoustics were not well at all. We basically had to scream at each other in order to hear something..

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  18. StreetervilleFoodie

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Frankly this time a disappointment. We arrived at opening and they tried to seat us at bad table. We ended up asking to move twice. Sever did not explain something well and i politely asked for clarification and she became defensive bordering on rude. Menu less and interesting than before, more Americanized, less showcasing diversity of Peruvian cuisine. I used to recommend this place highly not sure if we ever will be back.

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  19. Pharuewisa

    Denver

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    great food and services here. Love the food so much. try out peruvian.

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  20. 8792

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I can’t make sense of all these positive reviews. I went here on a Friday night and immediately thought the ambiance was strange. It’s lit like a cafeteria, as if they have no dimmer switch or concept of soft lighting. The acoustics were bizarre and zero padding anywhere to absorb sound. This made it so that I could hear people across the room a clear as if they were sitting next to me. My ears were throbbing after I left and I had a headache. The service was abysmal, we were sat there for 10 minutes before our waiter came by. The cocktails were terrible, too. I ordered a margarita thinking that was a safe bet and it tasted like it came out of a can. No, I’m not kidding. They placed cutlery that should be at a server’s station right next to my date’s head. I could see that they had the same cutlery tray throughout the restaurant by customers heads while they ate. Valuing “efficiency” over everything else. It’s honestly like they don’t know how to make a restaurant feel comfortable or fun. The food was good, but extremely overpriced. I ordered what was essentially fried rice for $36. All their entrees are priced there, and the portions are small. I’m so shocked at the high reviews. I would never, ever bring guests to this establishment and wouldn’t go back myself. What a huge bust on date night. The server did remove the $16 inedible margarita off the bill which was a nice gesture. Very bizarre experience and we left early it was so miserable.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The classic cebiche and lomo saltado is delicious! Our server Fran was great!

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  22. CharlieS

    Las Vegas

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. Absolute belter of a Peruvian restaurant. 10/10 would recommend to a friend. The business.

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  23. Debb

    Chicago

    129 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    129 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, we enjoyed our meal at Tanta...Thank you

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  24. LauraL88

    Denver

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place hits the spot every time! I brought a group of coworkers here and everyone loved it. We ordered/shared the cebiche trio, empanada trio, criollo (table favorite),half pollo a la brasa, arroz mariscos. This was for 5 people. Five stars, and I’ll make a reservation here every time I visit Chicago!

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  25. Adam

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good stuff. A little salty. Ceviches were delicious, empanadas were fair and quite heavy. I would skip the empanadas next time and try a few more entrees

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  26. Dodie

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    30 MINUTES TO GET A BEER. NO DELENATION OF WHAT IS PERUVIAN AND WHAT IS NOT. FOOD IS MEDIOCRE

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  27. DCHEN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The environment is great, service great, recommended some good dishes. I like everything here, the price is definitely worth it

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! Always so good, great place if you love seafood

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  29. CelinaB

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was great! We'll be back again!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Peruvian I have had - even better than I had while in Peru

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  31. Freddie

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food. Flavors are nice. Quantity was large.

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  32. Natalie

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great to be back! Absolutely Love this place. Luis is the best waiter! Very welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This might be the best meal I’ve ever had. It was stellar

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Best server I have ever had at a restaurant. He went over every detail and was spot on. It was busy but he took his time…he deserves a raise. His knowledge and patience led to the perfect choices for dinner. The food was outstanding! Great all around.

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  35. OPfoodie

    Chicago

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tanta went above and beyond in accommodating our group of 6...4 of us arrived over 1 hour early for our reservation in order to attend a zoom conference call...and were graciously shown a table!! Service and food were impeccable!! THANK YOU!

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  36. MayZ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was an absolute delight! Every dish I had was thoughtfully curated.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visite el restaurante por recomendación de una amiga, ambos vivimos en Boston, y quiero ser claro que mi apreciación de la comida es subjetiva, fue por gusto personal, no fueron los sabores qué esperaba, el mejor plato de la noche el lomo salteado y el que menos me gustó fue la empanada de tamal verde, lo acompañe con un cóctel pisco con maracuya qué estuvo decente, lo sobresaliente de la noche fue el mesero Luis que todo el tiempo trato de hacer de mi visita una increíble experiencia.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing the service was perfect And the place was on point

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  39. LucyG

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our dinner! Food and cocktails were delicious! A fun atmosphere and attentive service.

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  40. Gator58

    West Palm Beach

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    It was just ok. It has amazing reviews of the food being excellent but the food is just ok. The ambiance isn’t that great and it’s loud.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Tanta using the Order Online button. Tanta also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 222-9700.

Tanta is rated 4.6 stars by 4737 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 54 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tanta

118 West Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    on Grand Avenue between Clark and LaSalle
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Japanese, Chinese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet is available daily for dinner.
  • Public transit
    The red line or the brown line can get you close to Tanta.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tito Rocha
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.tantachicago.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 222-9700
  • Catering
    Tanta offers off-site catering for pick-up and delivery! Add some Peruvian flare at the next office lunch party, staff meeting, or dinner party at home. Visit our website for full details.
  • Private party facilities
    Tanta’s private dining room is located on the restaurant’s second floor next to the rooftop terrace – perfect for a summer product launch or an intimate company holiday party. We offer family-style brunch, lunch and dinner menus, food stations, as well as passed appetizer selections.
  • Private party contact
    Velvet Conley: (312) 222-9604

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