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About Dakota Jazz Club

The Dakota, formerly known as the Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant, is a premier downtown Minneapolis venue that blends intimate live jazz with a classic dining experience. Since 1988, it has hosted national jazz artists and remains a go-to spot for music lovers looking for quality performances in a welcoming setting. Relocated to downtown Minneapolis in 2003, The Dakota continues to celebrate jazz with regular shows, including a notable 40th anniversary block party on August 11, 2025. With a total capacity of 250–350 guests, it offers versatile spaces for listening, dining, and private events, all within a convenient downtown location connected to the city’s Skyway system.

Plan ahead to secure your seats at The Dakota. We provide clear venue details, parking options, transit access via the Skyway, and a curated list of nearby hotels and restaurants to make your visit effortless. Whether you’re coming for a solo show or a private dining experience, The Dakota’s intimate setting and renowned jazz lineup deliver a memorable Minneapolis night out. We’ve got you covered with reliable booking and easy ticket access.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address and type: 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403; jazz club and restaurant.
  • Capacity: 250–350 guests total; mezzanine 90 standing or 60 seated; private dining rooms (2) up to 30 each; main dining area private up to 70.
  • Parking: valet parking available (prepaid $15 or $20 at the door); self-parking options include metered street parking and the 10th Street LaSalle Public Ramp; Skyway access to Target HQ.
  • Transit: located in downtown Minneapolis with access to the Skyway system for easy indoor transit between buildings.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Hilton Minneapolis, DoubleTree Suites, Hotel Ivy, Millennium Hotel Minneapolis, W Minneapolis – The Foshay, Holiday Inn Express.
  • Notable events: has hosted national jazz artists since 1988; relocated from St. Paul to downtown Minneapolis in 2003; celebrated a 40th anniversary block party on August 11, 2025.
  • Renaming/branding: venue operates as The Dakota today, previously known as Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant.