Dan Tana, Iconic Restaurant Owner, Dies at 90 | JQJO

Dan Tana, the founder of the iconic West Hollywood restaurant Dan Tana's, passed away at age 90. He opened the restaurant in 1964 after a career in acting and soccer, transforming a hamburger stand into a celebrity hotspot frequented by stars like Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe. Dan Tana's, known for its New York Italian cuisine and celebrity clientele, remains open under the ownership of Sonja Perencevic. Tana's legacy includes not only a beloved restaurant but also contributions to soccer in both the US and Europe.