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"Dakota-  It is of Native American Indian origin, and its meaning is "friend, ally".  The word may be Sioux for "allies", or possibly "forever smiling".

Dakota Live Music Lounge has made its mark on this legendary location becoming the premiere live music venue and entertainment facility on the Westside.  Voted "Best Happy Hour" by LA Weekly, mentioned in US Weeklys' Buzz-ometer, Dakota hosts live music and DJ entertainment nightly.  Dakota is home to the best rock, indie, acoustic, Latin, hip-hop and dance music with national recording artists such as Trevor Hall, Bruno Mars, A Fine Frenzy, Shooter Jennings, Janelle Monae and Matisyahu as well as underground DJs ?uestlove, Flying Lotus, Peanut Butter Wolf having already graced the stage.  New Executive Chef Zach Saunders caters to all types of diners with his gourmet American-fusion-style tapas served until 1 AM.  A brand new decor, a rockin music lineup, great drinks and a late night menu, make Dakota Lounge home to live music lovers, foodies, and neighborhood friends looking for a place to chill, listen to great live music, dine or dance.