Detroit’s Rathskeller: A Hidden Legacy on John R

July 28, 2026 ~ In this episode of Hidden in Plain Sight, Dr. Robert Livernois takes listeners to Detroit’s Dakota Inn Rathskeller, a beloved German restaurant and tavern that has been fostering community and tradition since 1933. Founded by German immigrant Karl Kurz in a former Chinese hand laundry on John R Street, the Dakota Inn grew from a small neighborhood gathering place into one of Detroit’s longest-running cultural institutions. With its dark wood interiors, Bavarian-inspired décor, communal tables, and generations of sing-alongs led from a distinctive barrel-enclosed piano stage, the inn offers an experience that feels untouched by time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.