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Tangata Restaurant, Santa Ana, CA

Tangata Restaurant

4.3
4.3
1289 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Experience a culinary juxtaposition of Pacific Rim and California cuisine. Set aside the celebrated Bower Museum in Santa Ana, Tangata Restaurant is the perfect spot to enjoy an afternoon. Deemed the "hidden gem of sophisticated California Cuisine" by the OC Examiner and winner of the OpenTable "Diner's Choice" and "Great for Lunch" Awards, Tangata is sure to satisfy any appetite.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (714) 550-0906
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    The romantic fountains, flower gardens and mission-style architecture of The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana provide a quintessential Southern California setting for any event. From elegant dinners to business meetings, wedding receptions to holiday gatherings, The Bowers Museum offers spaces to make any event memorable, and Patina Catering will create a custom menu to perfectly suit your event’s needs. To receive more information about our catering and private event options at this location and off-site, please call 714 567 3630 or email bowersevents@patinagroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    Tangata (or "mankind" in the tribal Maori language of New Zealand) features Southwestern decor enclosed by glass walls and a ceiling framed with stuccoed beams and large windows to allow ambient light to illuminate the main dining area. Located in the Bowers Museum's mission-style courtyard, the 160-seat restaurant dedicates half of its available seating to al fresco dining on a large patio area. The patio area opens into the mission-style courtyard that is perfect for romantic weddings or evening receptions. Tangata is perfect for social or business luncheons, dinners and gatherings. Our sophisticated Californian cuisine and impeccable service will impress your guests. Located just off the 5 freeway, we also offer convenient parking. The Bowers Museum adds a twinkle to romantic weddings, banquets and receptions under the stars with its lush mission-style courtyard, replete with romantic fountains, year-round flowers, an attractive tiered patio and Spanish-style balcony.
  • Area
    Santa Ana
  • Cross Street
    Main and 20th
  • Parking details
    All-day parking is available in the Bowers Museum parking lot. $6 flat rate. Free with validation from Tangata.
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What 1,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 1.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tangata Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "consistently lovely and excellent" food and service. Ideal for special occasions like Mother's Day, guests enjoy the "exceptional" meals amidst beautiful surroundings. While the menu is somewhat limited, the "very friendly and quick" staff and charming outdoor seating enhance every visit.

1,289 Reviews
  1. Candice

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very good restaurant for people who know and delight in delicious, fresh & well prepared food! AND its location at the wonderful Bowers Museum makes it a perfect, double pleasure!

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  2. Andreas

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I brought in a group of 14 on a Sunday before a lecture. I made a reservation and they had a big table ready. The service was very good, the food was very good, and everyone was able to pay individually - no check splitting issues (memo to other restaurants - since when is this a problem?) Overall a good experience, and I would recommend the restaurant for group events.

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  3. Candice

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always look forward to eating at this restaurant. Everything is so fresh and delicious!

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  4. June

    New Orleans

    49 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was slow to start and non existent there after.

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  5. Bob

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The number of menu items over the many years we have come to the restaurant has been reduced so options are much more limited. Good service and tables are spaced farther apart than most restaurants. Good.

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  6. Julie

    Orange County

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 3 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The veggie sandwich was YUM! My friend really enjoyed her manchego salad with salmon. Jorge was a sweet and attentive server. Sitting outside at the Bowers Museum provides all the ambience you need.

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  7. CherylH

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 20 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had lunch at Tangata before a lecture. I highly recommend doing this. The food and service are always excellent.

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  8. gramamo

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu is rather limited and so sorry you no longer have brunch options like the French toast. The service is excellent and friendly. A decided difference from what it was several years ago when the manager was just plain unpleasant. I have a hearing disability and noise level gets difficult when the restaurant fills up.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and servers were very friendly and quick. Accessible parking and not overwhelmed with crowdedness.

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  10. Daziner

    Orange County

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 2 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recomend, food is great, outdoor seating is best when weather is nice.

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Tangata Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 1289 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Tangata Restaurant

2002 N. main St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main and 20th
  • Area
    Santa Ana
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    All-day parking is available in the Bowers Museum parking lot. $6 flat rate. Free with validation from Tangata.
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Phone number
    (714) 550-0906
  • Catering
    The romantic fountains, flower gardens and mission-style architecture of The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana provide a quintessential Southern California setting for any event. From elegant dinners to business meetings, wedding receptions to holiday gatherings, The Bowers Museum offers spaces to make any event memorable, and Patina Catering will create a custom menu to perfectly suit your event’s needs. To receive more information about our catering and private event options at this location and off-site, please call 714 567 3630 or email bowersevents@patinagroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    Tangata (or "mankind" in the tribal Maori language of New Zealand) features Southwestern decor enclosed by glass walls and a ceiling framed with stuccoed beams and large windows to allow ambient light to illuminate the main dining area. Located in the Bowers Museum's mission-style courtyard, the 160-seat restaurant dedicates half of its available seating to al fresco dining on a large patio area. The patio area opens into the mission-style courtyard that is perfect for romantic weddings or evening receptions. Tangata is perfect for social or business luncheons, dinners and gatherings. Our sophisticated Californian cuisine and impeccable service will impress your guests. Located just off the 5 freeway, we also offer convenient parking. The Bowers Museum adds a twinkle to romantic weddings, banquets and receptions under the stars with its lush mission-style courtyard, replete with romantic fountains, year-round flowers, an attractive tiered patio and Spanish-style balcony.
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