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About The Dakota Tavern

The Dakota Tavern is a beloved intimate live music venue and bar located in the heart of Toronto’s Ossington Strip. With a cozy 130-person capacity, the one-room space centers around a standing area with edge seating, offering a close-up, hear-everything experience for fans of live performances. While public seating charts are not published, guests can expect a laid-back setup that keeps the focus on the music and the moment. Whether you’re catching a renowned act or a rising local act, securing your seats or getting in early for a good view is part of the Dakota experience.

Situated at 249 Ossington Ave, The Dakota Tavern is easy to reach by transit, car, or a short stroll from nearby hotels and eateries. It’s a venue that has hosted a range of celebrated performers—from Barenaked Ladies and Gord Downie to Blue Rodeo, Broken Social Scene, Serena Ryder, and July Talk—along with its house band, The Beauties. It’s a genuine Toronto staple for music lovers seeking an authentic, unpretentious night out.

Plan ahead and consider parking options, transit routes, and nearby accommodations to make the most of your Dakota experience. Parking is limited on-street, with a municipal carpark at 745 Ossington Ave (Carpark 104) nearby for easier access. The Ossington subway station (Line 2) and the 63 Ossington bus provide convenient public transit options. For stays around the show, explore nearby hotels such as Nobu Hotel Toronto (Entertainment District), Revery Toronto Downtown (Curio Collection by Hilton), and The Drake Hotel on Queen Street West. When you’re ready, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date tickets and insider tips to help secure your seats and enjoy a memorable night of live music at The Dakota Tavern.

Note: This venue page highlights seating considerations, practical logistics, and nearby lodging and dining partners to help you plan a smooth, hassle-free night out.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 249 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 3A1
  • Capacity: ~130 people
  • Venue type: intimate one-room live music venue and bar
  • Seating chart: public seating chart not published; layout described as a single-room space with standing areas and edge seating
  • Parking: limited street parking; nearby Municipal Carpark 104 at 745 Ossington Ave
  • Transit: near Ossington subway station (Line 2) and the 63 Ossington bus
  • Nearby hotels: Nobu Hotel Toronto (Entertainment District); Revery Toronto Downtown (Curio Collection by Hilton); The Drake Hotel (Queen West) among nearby options
  • Notable events hosted: Bluegrass Brunch; performances by Barenaked Ladies, Blue Rodeo, Broken Social Scene, Gord Downie, Serena Ryder, July Talk; house band The Beauties