For someone who is totally not into country music (even the hipster variety that borderlines rock) I've had a great time in the handful of appearances I've made at the Dakota. I like the fact that there seems to be zero attitude in this place --from the bouncers to the bartenders.
The vibe is pretty electric most times. People are there to have a good time and consume mass amounts of alcohol. And I have to admit that even though I am not really into the music, the bands they have play here are pretty incredible. With the basement location and low ceilings the music rings off the walls and, quite literally, rocks.
Last time I came here was on a Sunday and I was shocked that the place was rammed. There's not many Sunday locations you can say that about. Someone told me the house band always packs them in, and I can see why. They were indeed quite good. Again, this coming from a guy who listens to hip-hop all the time.