Olana
(212) 725-4900
72 Madison Ave
New York,
NY
10016
40.7438
-73.986
Neighborhoods: Midtown South Central, Midtown
What People Are Saying About Olana
The Owner
Olana
Owner
Olana is a modern American restaurant that prepares it's dishes with fine care. We fuse French and Italian with American to make a truly unique dining experience. With plates like grilled Berkshire pork loin w/ rose-apple puree and burnt orange and goose ravioli you will be dining Olana style - with all fresh and local ingredients. Olana style is New York style. Elegantly casual, come in to dine by the fireside or come with a group and dine in our private dining area where there is a flat screen TV hidden behind a painting. The entire decor is beautiful and complimentary of the wonderful fare we serve seasonally.
The Editor
Kathleen Squires
Citysearch
In Short
Perhaps the owners had an overstock of art by painter Frederic Edwin Church. How else to explain all the bucolic landscapes and naming the spot for his Hudson Valley home? But Olana takes the theme and runs with it, with a greenmarket-driven menu resplendent with farmland bounty. Some dishes, like monkfish "osso bucco" and chestnut crespelle with ricotta, mushroom and pine nuts, pick up cues from Italy, while a giant circular bar, plush red banquettes and shaded chandeliers incorporate citified chic. Nothing says "the country," however, more than desserts like rosemary-roasted apples.
User Reviews
kernowbysvyken
April 13, 2009
Tried this restaurant at the recommendation of the concierge in the Hilton Graden Hotel. Olana did not disappoint. The décor is good and the service is first class, attentive without being pushy. The food was excellent. The starters were superb, I would recommend the tagliattelle and the carpaccio and eggs (steak and eggs on the menu.) The mains were equally enjoyable, the duck was done just right and the skirt steak was a revelation. Be prepared for the 20% gratuity added to the bill struck me as being on the steep side. Apart from that enjoy a very good restaurant.
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drummersince10
December 20, 2008
Best Bartender: Corona the bartender always makes us feel so at home. My drink is waiting for me before my coat is off. Her quick wit and tantalizing stories keep us coming back for more. She's a gem and so is the place...Bill, the owner is always available and has great knowledge of what he is trying to sell. He's good at it and the place speaks for itself....very gorgeous decor, top shelf! Diana the Hostess is a very charming young lady as well.. I just look forward to eating some of the delicious looking food that I see coming passed the bar...Will do soon and I will review food... hands down one of the nicest bars in NYC
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cstringer88
December 11, 2008
Frequently in NY, you find restaurants that have good food, but a not-so-great ambiance and service. Or, the ambiance and service are great, but the food is horrible. Here, it is a perfect combination of great food, service and environment. I decided to have a wedding reception here (10 people) and not only the managers/owners were beyond accommodating, the staff took a general interest in ensuring everyone had a wonderful time. They were able to set us apart from the main dining area, which was great for added privacy. The speed at which they served the courses was not rushed, and the wine recommendations were perfect. Everyone in my party raved about the quality of the food. But, specifically, the chestnut crespelle, tagliatelle and gnocchi were my favorites. So, if you are planning dinner for two or a group gathering, I would highly recommend Olana.
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What to Drink:
Potent cocktails like the corpse reviver (Lillet, gin, cointreau, simple syrup, lemon juice and a touch of absinthe, $14) are expertly made at the bar.
Private Rooms:
The party room with a fireplace and LCD screen is perfect for private business dinners or lunches.
Prix Fixe Menus:
The prix fixe lunch includes three courses for $29, while design-it-yourself four, five and six-course dinner tasting menus go for $68, $81and $94.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Fine Dining, Private Rooms, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Group Dining, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Message from Olana
- Contemporary Classics
- Complimentary Wine List
- Private Dining Room
Olana is a modern American restaurant that prepares it's dishes with fine care. We fuse French and Italian with American to make a truly unique dining experience. With plates like grilled Berkshire pork loin w/ rose-apple puree and burnt orange and goose ravioli you will be dining Olana style - with all fresh and local ingredients. Olana style is New York style. Elegantly casual, come in to dine by the fireside or come with a group and dine in our private dining area where there is a flat screen TV hidden behind a painting. The entire decor is beautiful and complimentary of the wonderful fare we serve seasonally.
