Willkommen!

Step back in time and experience a taste of Bavaria at the Dakota Inn, a Detroit tradition since 1933. Nestled at John R Street just north of McNichols (Six Mile), this cozy German restaurant offers an authentic glimpse into German culture and cuisine. Gather with friends and family to enjoy traditional dishes and raise a stein in a gemütlich atmosphere that has delighted generations. Discover the heart of German hospitality in Detroit at the Dakota Inn. The Biergarten in the back and historic Rathskeller wine bar in the basement are recently opened to the public.

Dakota Inn is celebrating 92 years in business! Thank YOU for your loyal patronage

Upcoming Events

Mar
12
Thu
6:30 pm Live Piano with Gerald
Live Piano with Gerald
Mar 12 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Enjoy the piano talent of Gerald, Gerry, Gerry, he’s our man.  If he can’t do it nobody can!
Mar
13
Fri
6:30 pm Live Piano with Erin Inbody
Live Piano with Erin Inbody
Mar 13 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Join us for a festive night with Erin Inbody on piano.
Mar
14
Sat
6:30 pm Live Piano with Katie Priskorn
Live Piano with Katie Priskorn
Mar 14 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Join us for a festive night with Katie Priskorn on piano.
Mar
15
Sun
2:00 pm Dakota Inn’s Irish Takeover
Dakota Inn’s Irish Takeover
Mar 15 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us at starting at 2:00pm for our Irish Takeover. Traditional Irish set from 3pm-5pm. Shamrock set 6pm-8pm, courtesy of Eastside Dad Band.  $20.00 cover.  Irish menu all day. All covers up to 5pm go to The Motor City Lyric Opera.
Mar
19
Thu
6:30 pm Live Piano with Gerald
Live Piano with Gerald
Mar 19 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Enjoy the piano talent of Gerald, Gerry, Gerry, he’s our man.  If he can’t do it nobody can!
Mar
20
Fri
6:30 pm Live Piano with Erin Inbody
Live Piano with Erin Inbody
Mar 20 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Join us for a festive night with Erin Inbody on piano.