Dakota Blue

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Dakota Blue

American restaurant · Atlanta

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454 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

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Mexican meals, Cuban sandwiches, burgers & patio seating available  

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The Best Restaurants for Tater Tots in Atlanta | Eater Atlanta

"This longtime neighborhood spot in Grant Park serves a basket of fried potato nuggets dubbed Southern Death Tots. That’s tater tots topped with slow-roasted pork, cheese sauce, and chipotle slaw with a side of pickled jalapeños for extra heat. Order online for takeout. Outdoor seating available." - Eater Staff

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The Best Pimento Cheese in Atlanta | Eater Atlanta

"The congenial Grant Park restaurant includes a popular grilled cheese on the menu, rightly named the King of Grilled Cheese. Served on buttery challah bread, the sandwich is stuffed with tangy pimento cheese, arugula, sliced avocado, and tomato." - Beth McKibben

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Grant Park and Summerhill Atlanta Restaurants Offering Takeout and Delivery During COVID-19 | Eater Atlanta

"Open for takeout and limited delivery to the neighborhood. Order online via ChowNow or call the restaurant for pickup." - Eater Staff

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Briana Brown

Google
It’s a very cute, tucked away restaurant. I came around 3 PM on a Tuesday and it was relatively empty. The service was excellent. I ordered my food to go. There was no wait and the food was piping hot when I got it. The hostess/server was extremely nice, warm spirited for sure. I didn’t care for my sandwich too much, although I was definitely trying something outside of my comfort zone. There’s lots of menu items so I’d be willing to try them again and sticking to a type of food that I normally eat. The tater tots were good. Overall, it wasn’t bad and the vibes are cute. There’s also a bar if you want to drink and plenty of tables to seat people in groups. With a better food option, this would’ve been a great experience but that was my bad! A local (to my knowledge) worth giving a try!

Blake Lowe

Google
Stopped in for a quick Sunday dinner. Really quick parking and seating. Our server Kate was very helpful in recommending cocktails and food, and she didn’t go wrong pushing the Cuban. I also got the double stack burger with thousand island and death tots, topped with jalapeño queso and pulled pork. I love some crispy tots and these hit the spot! Big portions too. We sat outside which was beautiful, however the interior could use a refresh. Creaky wood floors, cheap paint and old bathrooms make this place feel like a dive bar without any good dive bar charm. I’m definitely coming back to try the tacos.

Christina Furnas

Google
Really good food for great prices. The young man waiting on us was incredibly kind and engaging with the kids which goes a long way for me. Service was quick which was appreciated. The menu was the perfect size and a good variety. I'll definitely be going back someday to try their hoagie!

billy laing

Google
I’ve gone here multiple times where the place is a total mess. Like dozens of dirty plates. It’s disgusting really. The servers look deeply unhappy. And service is exceptionally slow. One very memorable time I was told they couldn’t even bring water, menus and take our orders for 30 mins. Mind you the server came out to our table to tell us this. Make it make sense! It’s been a few times that I’ve seen it like this: yes, me, a person who randomly tries this place every couple months, hoping for a better experience. The consistency in being understaffed, disorganized, dirty and then heaping anxiety on to the customers seems like a work problem. Do yall need to unionize? I want this place to be good. Or even great! The location is convenient. The food is inconsistent but not gross. Seems like the right team could turn this place around. Also if you read the responses from the owner I think you can start to understand the vibe. Photo attached of one example. If an owner doesn’t know how to filter water, I am not surprised they can’t do better.

Omotese Ajorgbor

Google
Came on a Sunday evening. Sarah was our host. She was really nice and informative as she helped me decide what to eat as it was my first time there. And the food was tasty (I got the Cuban sandwich with fries). The outdoor seating was really lovely too. Overall, really great experience. I’ll most likely be back and would recommend to friends/family.

Vee

Google
Fun atmosphere and a very homie vibe. Food was delicious!

Georgia Peach

Google
We visited on Halloween which was bustling and cheerful. I’m assuming we were ignored upon entry because it was so busy. We were eventually acknowledged and seated. Our server was friendly. The food was better than good. I could see myself having nachos there again.

Hayley Grace

Google
We chose this place randomly and didn’t expect much, but it was DELICIOUS. Our server Dakota was super friendly and attentive. He even brought us a side of queso without us even asking because he “thought it went well with the hash browns.” Awesome family owned placed, we are from Florida but will make sure to come back!

Michaella B.

Yelp
I love this place, I come here for Taylor and Kate only. Great atmosphere and super line people.
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Dorothy B.

Yelp
Sat outside for lunch and it was not a pleasant experience. Flys everywhere I could barely eat. I got the spinach artichoke dip. It was just ok and the sweet potato hash bowl with fried chicken. The fried chicken was hard and overcooked with no flavor. I wouldn't recommend the fried chicken at all. The dish didn't come together at all, too much going on.

Steve K.

Yelp
First time here, Googled food near Zoo Atlanta. Menu online seemed decent, was planning on the Death Tots with brisket. Tough to find parking, but not their fault. Single page double sided paper menu bears some similarity to online menu, but no tots mentioned. Ordered death hash, which mentioned pork instead of brisket over hash browns, but whatever. Order arrives, it's not pork, it's brisket (what I actually wanted), it's not hash browns, it's home fries (which I prefer) It was delicious, but not what the menu describes. The rest of my table was not as happy with their food. Fried chicken biscuits with gravy is neither biscuits and gravy nor anything you can picture from the menu description. The menu is terrible at describing what they may actually serve you, ask your server for details. I was pretty happy with the background music selections however, but your taste may be very different from mine, which is somewhat eclectic.
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Victoria R.

Yelp
Enjoyed a casual brunch at Dakota Blue and it did not disappoint. The server was a tad slow greeting us with menus and water however when they were ready for us they were kind, helpful and attentive! For food I enjoyed the Caveman Hash which was fresh with sweet sweet potatoes, avocado, black beans, scrambled egg (instead of fried) and had a punchy mimosa. Everyone else at the table enjoyed their southern chicken biscuits and tried & trues. Will definitely be back f
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Jordan W.

Yelp
Great service, a killer Tex-Mex brunch menu, and a sweet, neighborhood vibe make Dakota Blue a perfect weekend spot. We stopped in on a quiet, Sunday morning for brunch and found one of their sidewalk tables the perfect setting for conversation and people-watching. After a great margarita, we settled in to our entrees. She went with the Dallas Cowboy- a huge egg and vegetarian sausage breakfast burrito- whereas I had the veggie burrito, chockful of delicious and fresh produce. Our server was attentive, friendly, and low key, and I admired the groups of regulars that gathered at nearby tables, making for a lively Sunday morning scene. A new brunch favorite.
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Tish D.

Yelp
Absurdly rude today. If you're busy, understandable but don't be so rude to someone who placed a large order in advance. Obviously they can't handle it.
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Missy P.

Yelp
Great friendly service today. Drinks were fantastic. Spicy pineapple margarita was amazing. Place was intimate and cozy and portions were huge. We will return next time we are in Atlanta.
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Jordan T.

Yelp
Service was okay! That's what the 3 stars are for. I initially sat at the bar but I just knew that I would leave smelling like food, so I moved to sit outside. I order the black and blue burger/Turkey and fries. I was sooo ready to try this burger and I couldn't even eat it all. I was so hungry but pissed because the burger was soo salty it burned my mouth! I told the server and she was just like "oh, sorry about that". did nothing to rectify. too many burger spots around town to settle for a salty Turkey.
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Rachel W.

Yelp
Pretty mid place - I've taken out from here twice: first time I got the chicken burrito; this time I got the chicken sliders. I will say the sliders were pretty tasty but the portion is far smaller than the burrito (the burrito is massive btw), even though the sliders are $1 more than the burrito. It's still pretty cost effective though since both items come with a side. I usually get tots since not many places offer that as a side and I love tots, but again, pretty mid tots - they're usually a bit overfried. I'd say come here for a cost effective meal but don't expect to be amazed
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Tracy H.

Yelp
This is a nice neighborhood gem with a nice variety of burgers to try. I enjoyed the death tots. The serving portion is enough to share with two or three people. The flavors are amazing. The chicken sandwich was also another winner. Chicken flavored to perfection. The service was also great.
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Andrew B.

Yelp
The prices are so good at Dakota Blue, I strongly suspect they may own the building. Five stars because of the excellent value here. Sometimes you want to grab some munchies without posing for your hipster friends or your Yelp account. A little neighborhood vibe may be just the thing for days like this. I've got little kids, so unless it's date night, it's better for the food to be fun and uncomplicated. DB is in the northwest corner of Grant Park, in a building that looks a lot like an old-timey Masonic lodge. It's across the street from Grant Central Pizza, with maybe four or five outdoor tables and a decent size dining room away from the bar. We sat outside and ordered up some bar food. There's a little southwestiness to the menu, with a quesadilla here, a burrito there. I got the fish tacos, which came out on corn tortillas, topped with a cabbage slaw that smelled faintly of sesame oil. Kids got grilled cheese. So, the fish tacos were really something. They were a little crispy and the slaw provided just enough crunch. I've had fish tacos before where the coarseness of the slaw is not managed properly. Not here! Added some hot sauce between bites and enjoyed it all thoroughly. Will order these tacos again. In a town where four people can't get a sit down meal for less than $60 bucks most days, we paid a cool $37.00 (no alcohol). Sweet deal!
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Alexander T.

Yelp
Went her today for the third time... seating is outside only which is great. Had the same server first two times he was excellent working the full sidewalk of tables by himself a real pro, went on a Tuesday evening and it was different. More importantly the food has been consistently well prepared but I have only had apps, tacos, and the best ph
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Seema Z.

Yelp
Dropped by on a wednesay for casual dinner with a friend. It's standard bar fare with some good brunch or hash options. They have beer specials everyday and had 4$ margaritas which were perfect for a soothing Atl spring evening. Port tots were great, very cheesy. The sweet potato hash was strictly ok but tacos were not good. Cold shells and mediocre tofu/fish filling. I would visit for the beer and drink specials, appetizers but not sure would try the food again for a meal.
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Stephanie G.

Yelp
We've lived in Grant Park for 2 years and finally tried this place. It's truly a neighborhood joint and it comes highly recommended if you are local to the area. Service was quite slow, food is mediocre but their drinks are awesome. Four of us in our group shared 2 pitchers of margarita ($20 per pitcher). I ordered their special for the day - San Antonio burrito with habanero mole pork, rice, beans, peppers, onions topped with queso. My husband ordered the nachos with chicken. After our meal, we were all saying that we should frequent the place more often for good vibes and good drinks.
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Monica M.

Yelp
Best service, best food, and the chicken sliders are so good. Would recommend to friend.

J P.

Yelp
Friendly service, was happy with the food. Great location right next to grant park. Only thing to note is that they no longer have the kiddie corner, which was indicated on another review.
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Michaela J.

Yelp
This is one of my go-to spots in Grant Park. It's small and parking is all in the street but it's a great place to relax, eat good bar food, and people-watch. Some of my favorite food items: - chips & cheese (I like to order with pita bread for extra carb-y goodness) - chicken salad melt - mixed greens salad, add walnuts My wife is a vegetarian and she LOVES the following: - black bean cuban - tofu tacos - black bean veggie burger I love the rotating craft cider options they have, especially when a can of rose cider is on the menu! There's always a great selection even if it's not the same every time we visit. Sure we've had a few hiccups with our orders in the past but that's probably due to laws of probability - we eat here frequently, every now and then they forget to do a modification. The important thing is that we have a great experience every time we visit & they're quick to correct an error, should one happen. The staff great, and the vibes are very casual. I've eaten here by myself with a book & for a dinner with friends. It's a good place to become a regular and we'll always stop by when we're in Grant Park.
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Rod D.

Yelp
I highly recommend. Nice wait staff. Prompt service, even when they're busy. The food is very good and reasonably priced. IMO, their fried chicken burrito with queso sauce is a slice of paradise. BTW, the fried chicken burrito is not on the menu but they'll make it with fried chicken if you ask. It's a really generous size California style burrito with queso on top and comes with chips. I like how they incorporate bell peppers and onions in the burrito along with rice, black beans and pico de gallo. So good! It's a knife and fork type of meal.
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Dave W.

Yelp
Food was so so. I had Cuban with tater tots (pictured). My buddy had 2 taco special. Sufficient quantity of food but nothing special. Service was slow and intermittent, as our waiter was spending lots of time on his phone. Great location near the zoo and Grant Park, which we visited earlier. Nice outdoor seating. Lots of nearby street parking. We just wished the food was better. Cool atmosphere and probably better place to enjoy a brew outside.
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Jones H.

Yelp
WE FOUND THIS GEM NESTLED IN THE GRANT PARK COMMUNITY. What attracted me to this restaurant in the first place was the nice outdoor patio seating area underneath the trees. SLING made sure we had a wonderful time for lunch today. We informed her that it was our first time here and she took it from their. She narrowed down what we had a taste for and we came up with the perfect selections. Thanks SLING. I ordered a grilled cheese, not just any Ole kiddie grilled cheese sandwich. An adult mature version with monterey jack, cheddar cheese and wait for it blue cheese crumbles melted on challah bread making it the perfect combination. I also added tomatoe and bacon for an extra $1.50. Without SLING'S recommending it I never would have known how delicious this grilled cheese was. My lunch companion had a burger which was delicious as well. The inside of Dakota Blue was nice as well, I walked through there going to the bathroom which is men and women combined and very clean. On the way back to my table outside on the patio I saw grilled cheese sandwiches being enjoyed all over the place, I see why its a hit. I totally enjoyed the service and the food. This is going to be my new go to spot. I can't wait to bring my out of town guest here.
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Frederick D.

Yelp
Had to make two trips as the online order upon coming home we discussed was incomplete. Came back to pick up the second cheese burger which comes with optional fries. The burgers came with lettuce and tomatoes but no mayo or mustard and the first of the two burgers was bone dry / overcooked. We also ordered super nachos with chicken. Perhaps we will try this place another day when Covid 19 blows over but it wasn't a home run today.

Magi K.

Yelp
A little on the pricey side for a neighborhood haunt, but worth the money. There is a single bathroom for this entire establishment. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but the service and food were exceptional!!! The portions were large and left us with plenty of leftovers. We definitely could have shared food!!! If we weren't on a car trip, we could have had enough for dinner later. It's listed on Google as a kid friendly restaurant but other than a kids menu I wouldn't call it child friendly for the younger ages. Maybe 10 and up.
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Toni W.

Yelp
First, let me reveal my bias. This is one of those reviews that is tainted with nostalgia. When I returned to Atlanta from Houston in 2005, I was thrilled to move to the Grant Park neighborhood. I visited this restaurant multiple times a week. It became one of my favorite spots to hang out in the city. First, they offer a great brunch. The Baby Daddy Skillet is tops. It wasn't even on the menu when I started ordering it - it was a special that quickly became a crowd favorite. The egg wraps are fantastic, too. They have a number of benedict offerings, and those have never disappointed either. They rarely have a wait, have outdoor seating, and offer a great spot to have a lingering brunch with friends. Lunch and dinner have great offerings, too. The fish tacos are my favorites - fantastic option. They also have great burritos and burgers. I'm not sure if nacho tots are still on the menu (or honestly, if they ever were), but those are fantastic, too. Again, there is rarely a wait, and it is a great spot to have a slow dinner to catch up with friends. Over the years, the faces that work there have become friends. The staff is friendly and accommodating. It's a fun place to run into and catch up with neighbors. Now that we have moved north, we have yet to find the place that serves the role that Dakota Blue did in our lives. We miss the relaxed and comfortable neighborhood spot that we had in Grant Park. I *heart* you forever, Dakota Blue!
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Anthony F.

Yelp
Don't question me on this one... trust me. Do not come here*. Absolutely do not come here. * zero stars - do not recommend
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Robin S.

Yelp
Dakota Blue has a lot of reviews so I'll be brief. Beer selection is not large. They did have a couple I liked so no worries. I like the menu - plenty for me and my vegetarian wife to choose from. - Chicken burrito: Not huge but enough for a meal. Very tasty. - Chips n cheese: Wonderful, and you get a ton of chips, which are super fresh-tasting. I think I'm going to order this every time I come here. - Tofu tacos: not my style but that vegetarian I mentioned liked them. - Hot sauces: they have them, ask. Service at the bar - outstanding. Dakota Blue is not a large restaurant and if you like sitting at the bar, well, that's even smaller with only room for five or six people. The inside booths are maybe not the most comfortable with bare wood benches.
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Zana J.

Yelp
Somewhat of a hole-in-the-wall but definitely one of my favorite brunch places because it is cheap and tasty! Parking - There is plenty of street parking in front of the restaurant on both sides of the street. Ambience - More so on the moody/darker side but I love it because I am usually here on weekend mornings and do not necessarily like a bunch of bright light. It has unique artwork too! Service - The service is pretty solid every time. I have been here multiple times and gotten different people each time with no issues. Food - Loooove the food! Their soysage is great and I can basically sub it within any other meat-based dish. The jalapeño cheese grits are also incredible and I get them each time I eat here. I have also heard that their lunch menu is a must, so I will have to come back and test that out one day. I highly doubt I will be disappointed.

Yvette C.

Yelp
-AUTOMATIC 15% GRATUITY- we ordered online for 7. My spi-dy senses went off when I found there was NO ONLINE PAYMENT option; We get into the restaurant and told there is a mandatory, automatic 15% gratuity for 6 orders or more....gee Dakota...would be great to Inform online customers of this BEFORE pickup. -we asked that names be added to orders...they were not ---what do we get for 15% gratuity?? -an order item was missing...discovered once back in the office -sauces for chicken tenders...missing -vegan option was subpar (I do not recommend the veggie chill and quinoa)...tots cause a mild allergic reaction for me...wonder what's used to fry them...hmmmmm..... -tried calling the phone number several times during 'open' hours....no one answered; got a response to filling-out an online message instead...very odd I told the cashier we would not return if he charged us 12.98 for an online order (we were prepared to tip 5.00)...he would not budge...we will not be returning to this place...good luck if you do...maybe better in person ordering only.
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Trevor P.

Yelp
Honestly for what it is, this is a 5 star place. The food is nothing spectacular. I'd even say some of it is downright mediocre. But everybody in my family has like 1-3 things they like, and it's cheap. The servers are always super friendly. It's dog friendly. It's good with kids. They have cheap beer. It's basically what you'd want in a neighborhood spot. If you just need a decent place to have a bite, take a little rest, you could do a lot worse.
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Lindsay E.

Yelp
After discovering the bourbon banana pancakes special that was running for a while in March, I has been and I visited to coda blue for Saturday brunch three weekends in a row. Three. Weekends. (And then we had to stop because I started the whole30 diet.) We love the homey feel of the dining room, and the large number of breakfast and brunch options are so great for a real, get-your-fill brunch experience. We've gotten the banana bourbon pancakes (which are amazing), the blueberry pancakes (which are so-so), and many other a la carte breakfast items like eggs, bacon, and hash browns. They add onions into their skillet potatoes kind by the way, which is a nice easy twist. Much of the staff is very friendly, and I haven't had any unpleasant experiences. I feel so lucky that Dakota Blue is so close to my home, but it's dangerous for my pocketbook! Street parking only, dog-friendly sidewalk tables, alcohol is served!

Nadya O.

Yelp
Amazing place! If I ever in Atlanta definitely going to visit this one. Great burgers and beer. Price is so comfortable. And absolutely lovely stuff. 10 of 10!!
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Joe S.

Yelp
Greeted and attended very well by Dwayne. He was very attentive and friendly such great customer service. To begin with the place wasn't busy at all, also it was immaculate. Moreover my friend suggest we came here since he lives a block away so we did. I ordered the Chicken Fingers (spicy) with tots and my friend got a Burger which I'm not much of a burger guy but I had a taste and it was delicious. Also my chicken fingers was so tasty I really liked them. Plus they give you a big portion which is great. I couldn't finish the tots because they were so many. Furthermore the price for each dish was fair not exorbitant at all. Y'all should come try this place out it's worth the money.

Joel C.

Yelp
Best staff ever every time I go to Dakota blue I can count on a great time because the servers are so kind and attentive I highly recommend going to Dakota blue and sitting at the bar

Paul C.

Yelp
Ordered a salad, burger, and fries for delivery. Received a salad and fries. No protein for dinner. And now they won't answer the phone. A competent restaurant would have someone to check orders before they go out the door. I'd really like to patronize neighborhood joints but not if they are like this. I called the delivery guy less than a minute after he left my house. He said he had nothing else in the car and that he was told this bag held everything. This is the second time in a row Dakota Blue has done this to me. You can't point fingers at DoorDash every time.
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Nikki N.

Yelp
This is a great location near the park. The food was tasty and came out fast. We ordered the nachos for a starter. These could honestly use more chips. I ordered the black bean cuban. Awesome! So unique and tasty. The tater tots were bland, but I would be back for another quick lunch.
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Brandee B.

Yelp
evertime i come here i am genuinely satisfied! the food, the presentation, the customer service, the cleanliness everything ive been coming here for two years and have yet to be disappointed, keep it up guys

Jennika C.

Yelp
The food was great! We came here a few times, and this is the first time we came with our puppy. Atmosphere was nice, and the waiter was timely. Will come again!
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Nikki R.

Yelp
Can't say enough good things about this place!! Loved the the OJ tasted like it was fresh pressed We ordered the veggie omelet and choc chip pancakes and everything was divine!! Definitely try the jalapeño cheese grits.. they were my fave!!
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Stephen W.

Yelp
Pretty consistent spot for better than average bar food. Everyone I've interacted with at DB has been super friendly - really adding substance to that 'neighborhood joint' vibe. There are a few tables outside on Cherokee Ave but expect them to be packed on weekend evenings. Takeout is pretty good. Turkey burger is surprisingly flavorful, and they have bookoo (beaucoup if you're bougie ;) amount of toppings - and not your run-of-the-mill 5 guys burger toppings either - try the chipotle mayo, sriracha 1000 island, asian slaw, sundried tomato tapenade and the pimento cheese and thank me later.
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Lolita M.

Yelp
My BFFFF is a fresh transplant from New York and this was her first outting in the neighborhood. We went here for brunch on a Saturday morning and were served by the lovely Sophie. The atmosphere quickly reminded us of Lower Hudson Valley Rivertown meets Astoria, Queens. The portions were huge and absolutely delicious. They establishment is dog friendly and they even provide doggie dishes with fresh water which is a plus if you're out walking your dog and decide to grab a bite. We sat outside and got the opportunity to really soak in the neighborhood vibe. Sophie was on the ball, as she was tending to tables both inside and outside where we were sitting. She was very pleasant and professional and I'll look forward to brunching there again when I go back to visit my broad in Atlanta - please forgive the Panda reference!
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Jenny G.

Yelp
Wonderful! Ordered chicken tenders and death tots. Love this neighborhood place. Cant wait to dine-in when things are back in full swing.
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Lacie F.

Yelp
This is nice little spot next to Grant Park and Zoo Atlanta with a variety of different food choices to choose from, at very reasonable prices. As my husband said, due to the closeness to Grant Park and the Zoo it makes sense to actually go here for food instead of eating at the Zoo. I did not see anything on the menu priced over $10. The food is also really good for the prices, and the servers are attentive. We were a rather large party, so we say outside in the summer and while it was the middle of summer it was actually rather pleasant as they had fans that blew so it helped to keep you cool while you dined. They have a limited drinks menu as they not really bar oriented, if they do have adult beverages, but they bill themselves as a neighborhood joint, as they is definitely the atmosphere they give off, and they are definitely if friendly.

Darrell H.

Yelp
I'm always willing too give the spot off the less traveled path the benefit of the doubt so I stopped by Dakota Blue to grab takeout on the way home from one of my son's baseball games. The spot is far from pretentious and reflects the Grant Park neighborhood in which it's located. We ordered nachos, a Philly cheesesteak and honey chipotle wings (keep that in mind). We sat down and waited for the order which didn't take very long. However, I noticed one of the servers come out of the kitchen area licking his fingers. I immediately think, "That's kinda gross, but wait a minute I ordered HONEY CHIPOTLE WINGS!". Anyone who has had honey-anything wings knows that licking your fingers after touching them is almost a requirement if you don't have wet wipes. So I move to get a better look as he goes back into the kitchen area and, sure enough, he's licking his fingers as he's bagging up our order. Did I see him actually touch the food inside of the Togo boxes? No, but someone else's saliva close to my food is not welcomed. So I call the gentleman over who took our order to explain what I had seen. He brushed it off and said that's probably not what I saw. I explained that I watched him lick his fingers as he walked out the kitchen area and again as he was putting together the carry out order. The second gentleman said that he would take care of it and when to the kitchen and immediately started transferring the prepared food to "brand new containers", as he put it. But this did not solve the problem at hand. He brought the re-plated, soiled, food (in new containers) and explained what he did. I'm sorry, but by then I was disgusted and just asked for a refund. I didn't give them 1 star because the staff was polite and the order was prepared in a short amount of time. Licking your fingers around food is gross in a casual setting. It's doubly disgusting in a professional establishment and should not be tolerated or excused. I won't visit Dakota Blue again. If you do, please pay attention to the servers. That is unless you don't mind the occasional DNA swap.
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Ethan P.

Yelp
Groovy spot down in the Grant Park hood. In a mixed use neighborhood w a residential, city-of-trees feel. I think the place had more bicycles than people. Cool pocket of town for sure. We sat outside for a late round of Sunday brunch. The menu was pithy but more than sufficient with plenty of options for grub and brew. Friendly and prompt service made the experience even better and a quick visit from the owner was also a pleasant surprise. I chose the brisket English muffin and hash browns. The entree was served open face with a tomato and two poached eggs. The hash browns were chunked cut potatoes cooked with onions and were delicious. All was smothered with a decadent, peppered queso. She went with the burrito. Simple recipe of only chicken, rice, pico and beans of your choice. All wrapped in a 12" flour tortilla and served with chips. She was also sure to make use of the excess queso from my plate. Indoor/ outdoor seating. Deceptively roomy on the inside. Definitely cheap and a steal for the money. Definitely recommended stop. Until next time.. CHEERS, ATLIENS!!!
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Cynthia N.

Yelp
I've visited Dakota Blue a few times, and I've decided that I like it. It's going to replace another Tex-Mex place that was my staple for margaritas and queso. I first visited for brunch with a group of about 8 girlfriends. I had the bourbon banana pancakes and they were good, but super, very, extremely sweet. I personally don't eat super sweet anymore, so I found the sugar content to be overwhelming. I wouldn't order them again, but if you have a sweet tooth, dive on in. I also had their hash browns/fried potatoes and they were delicious. Most recently, I've been for lunch, and I had specials both times. The first were tacos with beef or chicken and a sriracha-lime slaw. The slaw was so good that I can't remember the protein. And their tortilla is corn that's not as stiff and thick as corn tortillas I've had in other restaurants. The next time I had brisket sliders with a mustard BBQ sauce. I wasn't sure what a mustard BBQ sauce would taste like; turns out, it's pretty effing good. I've also had their queso and house margarita. I love their house margarita. It's a clear, light green color and perfectly tart and sweet. It tastes amazingly clean for a house margarita. If they use a crappy mix, they got it by me. I saw other reviews talking about the kids, and I was lucky on most visits to go during off times that were usually kid free. When I have seen kids there, I noticed that Dakota's is definitely kid-friendly. There are coloring books and some other items to keep them occupied (although I didn't see any parents using them). Keep this in mind because it is distracting. There is plenty of street parking - but again, I come on off times. Since the park is just up the block, I can see it being crowded on sunny weekends. Yelp 100 #17

Trinity C.

Yelp
Server took forever and didn't really look that busy. Food was unseasoned. overall was jus very mediocre. no hate just wasn't my vibe
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Jamilynn P.

Yelp
The service is good and the atmosphere is great. The manager came out and handled us directly. I can't wait to bring more people to this place. Hidden gem of Cherokee street.
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Arielle C.

Yelp
Stopped here with my family and grandparents for brunch. Everyone looooved their food. I'm surprised this spot doesn't have a better rating on yelp. I have to say their huevos rancheros were the best huevos rancheros I've ever had. Interestingly the salsa was a greenish color but it tasted like true homemade salsa. I'm still dreaming of their huevos rancheros and I hope to come back to Atlanta to come back to this spot again.
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Ed C.

Yelp
"I take a lot of pride in being myself. I am comfortable with who I am." - James McAvoy This place is just that. It's your comfortable neighborhood joint where you get predictably decent food and predictable decent service and a predictably reasonable check. Nothing to blow your mind away and nothing to write home about, but there's something nice about knowing what you're always going to get. I play Ultimate Frisbee on Sundays, so this is the regular place to grab a beer outside on the sidewalk and to grab a burger, burrito or Cuban sandwich. Everything's less than $10 for the most part so go nuts :) A couple of my favorite dishes: I like their fried scallop tacos. Fried in rice batter, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. All of it nestled in between soft four tortillas with lettuce and pineapple salsa. Also a favorite: Death Tots. Just go and figure it out when you get there. Verdict: decent food, decent price. If you live in the neighborhood, make it your spot.
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Ryan C.

Yelp
This neighborhood place is always fantastic. I used to live a block away and we went once a week for any sort of food they had. I'm not ashamed to admit the chicken fingers are also incredible (and as an adult I appreciate the amount). Drinks are always good and waiters are friendly. A big favorite and I still drive the 20 mins to go revisit!