it would be this: The Dakota is a favorite club among many of jazz's top players. Now having said that, we can say much more. Some of today;s finest musicians actually request a gig at The Dakota. This phenomenon is reflected in praise by notable publications like the New York Times, USA Today, Esquire, Gourmet, Time, Downbeat, Fortune, Money, The Wall Street Journal and a chorus of newspapers from coast to coast.

The dakota is located right in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. The intimate sound and lights, the stage and the expanded room provide an ideal atmosphere to showcase the most talented jazz musicians in the world as well as the fantastic local talent right here in the MidWest. Jazz fans and jazz musicians appreciate the experience from the finest jazz club in town combined with the absolute best in local cuisine.