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The Dakota Tavern is a net-new Toronto listing for Excitorama, adding stronger coverage for music venue experiences in Ossington. This listing is useful for users searching for things to do in Toronto, local venues, date night ideas, group outings, culture, entertainment, and neighbourhood-based discovery.
Our Story
The Dakota Tavern strengthens Excitorama's Toronto coverage with a net-new music venue listing. This free listing can later be claimed by the organization to manage photos, events, promotions, and upgrades.
Amenities & Features
Live Intelligence
AI-gathered from public sources · Updated Jun 24
Best For
Why People Love It
- ♥ Authentic dive bar atmosphere
- ♥ Fairly priced drinks
- ♥ Friendly and fast service
- ♥ No-fuss, come-as-you-are vibe
Popular Menu Items
Drinks
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Upcoming Features & Improvements
Permanent Closure of The Dakota Tavern
After nearly 20 years, The Dakota Tavern has officially closed its doors. The iconic basement venue was sold in October 2024 and has been replaced by a new establishment.
Source: blogTO
Opening of Mickey Limbo's
A new kitschy and casual bar named Mickey Limbo's has soft-opened in the former Dakota Tavern space as of June 11, 2026. The new venue features a low-key atmosphere with familiar Top 40 and throwback music.
Source: Toronto Restaurants by Stephanie Dickison
Known For
Accessibility
The venue is located in a basement and is sadly inaccessible, requiring navigation down a long flight of stairs.
Parking
There is no dedicated parking at the venue. Street parking is available along Ossington Avenue, and there is a Green P parking lot located south of the venue on Dundas Street, east of Ossington.
Transit
Easily accessible via the 63 Ossington bus or the 505 Dundas streetcar (Dundas St West at Ossington Ave stop).
Seasonal Note
The venue transitioned from The Dakota Tavern to Mickey Limbo's in June 2026. It is currently in a soft-opening phase.
Why Excitorama Recommends This
Recommend The Dakota Tavern for Toronto users looking for music venue experiences in Ossington, especially for local discovery, outings, and curated things to do.
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Details
Address
249 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON M6J 3A1
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