What is the name of the inn owned by Mia in Gilmore Girls?

Mia owned the Independence Inn in Gilmore Girls. The inn was where Lorelai began working after leaving her parents’ home, eventually becoming its manager. It also provided Lorelai and Rory with a home for many years before the series began.

Mia is important to the Gilmore family because she gave teenage Lorelai a job and helped her establish an independent life. Sookie St. James worked as the inn’s chef, while Michel Gerard served as concierge. Many early episodes use the Independence Inn as a workplace and social setting.

The Independence Inn is sometimes confused with the Dragonfly Inn. Lorelai and Sookie later open the Dragonfly after the Independence Inn is destroyed by fire and eventually closes.