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ZANA, Birmingham, MI

ZANA

4.4
4.4
149 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Brought to you by the Tallulah Group, we’re thrilled to be on this journey with you. Awaken your senses through an alluring ambiance and bold flavors. ZANA translates to ‘fairy of the mountains’, derived from Albanian folklore. All of our ingredients are sourced with sustainability at the forefront of our relationships, as this is the essence of who we are. We’re honored to share our culinary art with you. Come for the ambiance, stay for the food.




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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 35 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Farm-to-table, European

  • Hours of operation

    Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (248) 800-6568

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Birmingham

  • Cross street

    We are located on Old Woodward between Brown St and Merrill St.

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    There is a bus stop a half block north of the restaurant on both sides of Woodward and another two blocks south of us on both sides of Woodward as well.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 149 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Hot spot

  • Detroit

    Hot spot

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Even with the crazy rush our server Alex was attentive and made sure we were taken care of. Being a server myself I was very impressed with the management and how they dealt with the unexpected rush. Way to go Zana!
  2. BrionnaP

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great experience. Ambiance was great and service was amazing. Would definitely recommend for a date night or dinner with friends.
  3. KevinN

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Ambiance is great! Vibe is cool, but unfortunately, they don’t quite understand how to execute “that level” of upscale dining. It’s giving very heavy “pretend” vibes. With that said, the food is good, the service is good, and the overall experience was good. Nothing was great, nothing was amazing, and nothing was over the top. So for that price point, you expect more than “good”. The saying goes “you get what you pay for” well, in this case you get a lot less than you pay for. The menu is very limited, portions are super small, and is overpriced.
  4. PjklM

    Detroit

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was spot on food, service, wine and ambiance. Lovely comfortable atmosphere. Nice change of pace from all the restaurants now serving just bar food.
  5. Chris

    Detroit

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Venue is great, they did a nice job changing it from the previous restaurant located there. Food was good, service was good. Only real issue is that it was too loud. Really hard to have a conversation with everyone at your table.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service for being a new open!! Food is different and delicious!
  7. Tina

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience5
    The restaurant itself is beautiful. The ambiance was amazing. However, we went for the first time on mothers day and did not realize the menu would be different than their normal dinner menu. The menu options were disappointing and subpar. The food itself was bland, greasy, and frankly not worth the price. Honorable mention, everything is a la carte and for the price I genuinely expected to be "wow'd." They failed to make my steak the correct medium temperature twice (over cooked each time). My family also ordered their burger, bland and basic for $22. You are better off going to red robin... We also ordered a couple sides of fries that were $12 each. I cannot stress how greasy they were. No better than bar food. Literally I bit into them and grease came pouring into my mouth.. My daughter had the French toast and we couldn't taste any cinnamon or vanilla.. Just bread and egg...We also had meatballs as an appetizer, and they had raisins in them? and pine nuts on the outside So they were oddly sweet and the flavors just did not mesh.. I may go back and try their normal dinner menu, I really wanted to like this place.. However for now its just a cute place to take pictures and grab a drink
  8. KayT

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance, the food and the service were all amazing! Many time you go to a newer restaurant and things are still a bit of a mess. The team at Zana have taken their time to make everyone’s experience a great want and deserving of retried trip.
  9. Addra

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow, they really put their best foot forward for Mother's Day. We really appreciate the flowers and other goodies they gave our mom. The service and food were impeccable as usual. We absolutely love this place and will be back very soon.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most amazing experience at Zana for mothers day brunch! The food was 10/10. The service was wonderful. Our waiter was so attentive and accommodating.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jocelyn's service was wonderful. The ambiance was great: chic and just the right volume inside. The food was paced well and came out quickly despite the restaurant being busy. The Waygu meatballs and the Short Rib were delicious.
  12. MoeR

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Everything about the place was nice and beautiful, including our awesome server. However, the food was just decent. Nothing stood out.
  13. jessval

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere, food was delicious and service was good. We definitely recommend!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful setting with great house music. We had great service and the food was good. It was a fun night out with the girls!
  15. OnceUponAfoodie

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance.. food and drinks are amazing. Different but delicious. The only think was annoying is if you have any sensitivities they won't adjust the dish/drink. Otherwise everything is great.
  16. KatI

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated our anniversary and everything was absolutely Perfect from the second we walked in. The food, the service and ambiance was amazing. Zana has the best food and it’s such a fun night out. Great place to have an amazing time not to mention the most beautiful design. Truly one of a kind. Highly recommend ZANA!
  17. AmandaY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Right off the bat — the place is beautiful and even though we were 10 minutes late, they seated us right away and with no issues. Food + drinks were so good (order the tequila sorbet if it’s available, it’s AMAZING), but hands down the service was top tier. Shawn and Zana are as sweet as they come they both made our night. Making this place a girls night staple.
  18. Quigley711

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience1
    Very loud , no ambiance at all Food was just mediocre Brussel sprouts were burnt Oysters had zero flavour mignonette Short rib was so fatty could hardly eat Should just be a sports bar
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Meat balls were fantastic as well as the Brussels!
  20. Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service by my server. I forget what her name was but she had pink hair. I am a server myself and it was nice to see a kind, hard working server. Overall the food was amazing and interior was just as good. Will be returning. :)
  21. Anisa

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    1st time going there, and I dont think I will go back. Food was overpriced, the service was not at what you pay for. The waitress lost my credit card, it took forever just to cash out.
  22. spark

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Beautiful interior but it was so ridiculously loud! We could not hear each other let alone what the server was saying. Very slow service although maybe that was due to understaffing? At least the food was great
  23. BrianS

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Good food and great service. Noisy space. Hood cocktails.
  24. DavidS

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    We won a gift card to Zana recently, so we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary here. My wife was disappointed that Zana does not have iced tea. We asked the server for a minute so we could decide what to order, but she did not come back to check on us for over ten minutes. We have been to 1 or 2 restaurants that were previously at this location, and it was nice that the current owners re-did everything. Big, airy feel. Not very intimate. Ultimately the food was good -- I have a dairy allergy and tried to order accordingly. Unfortunately something ended up bothering my stomach slightly the next day -- nothing major but just annoying.
  25. eliseg

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall1food2service3ambience1
    The noise was unbearable. I e never been to a louder restaurant. Unfortunately, due to this we won’t return. Absolutely miserable
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience3
    New nice and very loud Halibut was good. However the portion was very small. More like an appetizer size. They forgot our side dish and we were charged for appetizer we didn’t get
  27. DebbieD

    Detroit

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The rigatoni had (presumably rabbit), bones in it. They apologized and did not charge us, but it was disturbing and ruined the meal. Halibut was fine. The wedge salad was very good. The restaurant is beautiful. The service was very good but odd at times: they changed out the silverware after every course. When making the reservation I noted that it was our anniversary. I do not expect anything except acknowledgement of the occasion and there was none. If we return it would be for the bar area only. There are much better places to eat.
  28. KeshaS

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Nowhere to place your handbag when sitting in the two seat tables. Didn’t like that I had to place it on the floor. The music was a little loud which made the conversations louder so it was a bit loud. Otherwise it was great!
  29. Coco16

    Detroit

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Way too noisy at our 6 top - could not hear each other talk. Food was great! Beautiful decor!
  30. PamelaG

    Detroit

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Music was Toooooooooo Loud!!!!!! Alyssa was wonderful.
  31. John

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food and people, service was great. The noise was way too loud as we tried to enjoy dinner, had to yell over the electronic music to talk. Specifically booked early on a Thursday and still an issue
  32. ShatiaL

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very cute place! Nice and spacious! Not many menu options and it was very loud but still nice.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience2
    This place is loud, not energetic, but loud. I couldn’t even hear the people at my table without everyone yelling (we resorted to texting at times). The acoustics in the space really need to be addressed.
  34. DonaldH

    Detroit

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Service was slow at times, delay on getting drinks. Food was good. It was very loud, and difficult to have a conversation.
  35. SeanY

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Design of the restaurant is beautiful and the service was excellent. Meats were tender and flavorful and sides were great!
  36. DonnaO

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a party of six. Our server, Angie, was efficient and pleasant. The food was exceptional. The decor is beautiful. Highly recommend!
  37. RebeckaC

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    I Originally made the reservation for the regular menu and pricing for Easter Sunday with my Daughter. Received a call about 4days before hand that they would not be serving off menu but a Buffett and we’re not sure what foot they would be serving yet. It was too late at this point to change, so we took our chances. Completely disappointing food and over priced Buffett. (More than their normal menu-$75) For a selection that resembled a Marriott breakfast buffet. Charcuterie, salad, eggs, bacon, and some ham and lamb. Plus some desserts. Very disappointing for the price. Great waitress and ambience. I later felt sick (assuming from buffet food) I don’t usually right negative reviews, but feel this needed to told.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Easter Brunch with a one year old and a three year old, it was fantastic. Both enjoyed the food selection as did the rest of us. Quote from three yr old “ this is the best lunch ever “. The homemade whip cream was a hit with all. The food was delicious, no lines to get food and the waitstaff were friendly and efficient. The best Easter Brunch!
  39. reviewer248

    Detroit

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Overall great experience. Service was great, attentive, knowledgeable about the menu/wine. Food was good, small menu that was executed nicely. Ambiance is great, but it can get a little loud when full. Prices are a little high but on par with the neighborhood.
  40. RobertW

    Detroit

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I had a real nice time! And the atmosphere was very pleasant

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

ZANA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (248) 800-6568.

ZANA is rated 4.4 stars by 149 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 35 times today
Google Map for ZANA

210 S Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009

Additional information

  • Cross street

    We are located on Old Woodward between Brown St and Merrill St.

  • Neighborhood

    Birmingham

  • Hours of operation

    Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Farm-to-table, European

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    There is a bus stop a half block north of the restaurant on both sides of Woodward and another two blocks south of us on both sides of Woodward as well.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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