The Dakota Tavern knows how to have a good ol' time! Of all the bars near Ossington and Dundas, this place ranks the top for live music. It's really a country bar for hipsters, located in a rustic basement. Apparently they also serve Southern-style pub fare on weekends. For Instagram photos and to check out the vibe of this one of a kind tavern in Toronto, check it out here: http://thedakotatavern.com/photos/
Service was quick, music was loud, and the place was full of people.
Pro tip 1: For live music, Cover is $10. For shows, check out their website: http://thedakotatavern.com/cover/ -Be careful walking down - or up - those stairs!-
Pro tip 1: Bluegrass Brunch is 10 a:m - 2 p:m Saturday & Sunday, which is ALL YOU CAN EAT (in Toronto!!!):
$18 per adult, $7 per child, you get:
Scrambled eggs
Sausages
Pancakes
Potatoes
Fruit salad
Coffee/tea
Sides $5 each
Baked beans
Bacon
Plain yogurt and granola
From the bar:
Orange juice $3
Classic caesars $7
Mimosa $7
Beau's $5
Beau Jay $6.50
Pro tip 2: reservations are taken for groups over 6 on Saturdays. Groups over 6 are subject to 18% gratuity.
Pro tip 3: EVENING HOURS: CLOSED MONDAYS. Tuesday through Sunday, 8:00 pm - 2:00 am.