My boyfriend and I came here late on a Friday night and left just as quickly...it was so crowded and...warm. We were going to get one drink, but upon realizing it was cash only and waiting just a little too long to get to the bar, we thought it would be best to come back on a weekday. And that is how we spent Monday night. When I walked into the bar (after the longest work day ever) I almost didn't recognize the place. It's cozy and warm from a wood-burning stove in the back, and the decor is absolutely beautiful. I sat at the bar and felt like I was visiting someone's home. I was itching for a good cocktail and Sean the bartender recommended a Kentucky Mule (bourbon/ginger beer). It was perfect. Dynaco could easily become my favorite neighborhood bar. The drinks are well-made, the bartenders are friendly, and the cash-only policy will keep me honest. Win.Win.Win. read more

The atmosphere was cool. Has a speakeasy vibe about it. Great date spot. The fireplace in the back is a nice touch as well. It can get crowded on a weekend after 9pm. So finding a good spot to post up can be difficult. Nonetheless, it's definitely worth paying a visit to. Of note, the bartender was beyond awesome! read more

Cake! Designed Well with a Winter feeling. Good beer for a dollar too much. Chill crowd. read more

Stopped in on a whim last night. The drinks are solid and the atmosphere is lively--it certainly fills a void in this part of Bed-Stuy. Unfortunately, I was served by a rude bartender who snapped at me when I misunderstood her question (sorry, it was loud), then snapped at me several more times during our exchange. I know it's not fair to judge an establishment by one employee, but it's a strange way for a brand new neighborhood bar to endear itself to first-time customers. Not a great first impression; not sure I'll be back. read more

It's hard to find a bar as nstantly welcoming and comfortable as Dynaco- hammered tin ceiling, rough sawn western cedar bar, candle light, and the smell of a fireplace burning. Good size- maybe 15 bar stools; a private 4seat table in the front room..and a cozy sitting/ fireplace room in the back. Cool people- mostly from the neighborhood. Good beers on tap. Decent cocktails. Not much in terms of wine. Great music too. Simple, easy. A great place for a 3rd date...or late night solo after doing something else. Crowd is definitely the new Brooklyn: highly educated, fairly well paid, artistic, etsy side income, good haircuts, mom might still pay the cellphone bill, funny, edgy, up for a good time. It reminds me of no name bar in greenpoint on Manhattan- which is a good thing. read more

If you are looking for an amazingly relaxed, easy going bar, look no farther than dynaco. Once you've spotted the super small signage on the front, that is. I absolutely adore this place (even if it is cash only). The bartenders are always super friendly and knowledgeable about the beers and spirits they peddle. Even if i hadn't been in a month or so, the bartender would recognize us and begin the long string of random conversation that I always ended up enjoying. They have a nice selection of beer that they are always willing to have you sample before buying a pint. They usually have a specialty cocktail that they serve. If you see Aviation, i highly recommend it. It is delicious! Plus, they give you goldfish at the bar, which is a huge selling point for me. The bar itself is very old and cozy. Low lights, slightly uneven floorboards, highlighted bottles, and a wall of speakers separating two sitting rooms. The back room offers a fireplace that, in colder months, can me smelled from a few blocks away. I love the smell of a wood burning fire. It smells like warmth and comfort. Add friends and a few beers or cocktails and I am in heaven. read more

I like this place a lot.. It's super dark and super cozy.. It definitely has a clandestine type feel as there is no signage outside and the entrance is very nondescript. You walk into a room with a couple of cozy booths by the front covered up windows and a long perhaps 28 foot wooden bar. The bar itself seems to have a lot of character. because of my terrible eyesight and foggy memory, I want to say the bar appears to be homemade or very handcrafted. But, the wooden bar and the well placed lighting added to the incredible warmth of the place. I love how dark this bar is. The lighting is super cool.. There are various forms of low lighting from 10 watt light bulbs to dim led lights perfectly placed around the bar. If you continue walking passed the bar, there is a cozy back room complete with one of those Swedish Fireplaces. The whole set up is just really cool. Cash only, drinks are very well made. I love the fact that there is no cocktail menu. They have a bunch of liquor and bitters and drink mixers and they make you a drink after having a conversation with the bartender. It's makes it a personal experience and the guy behind the counter was super nice and knowledgeable the night we went. I live in the neighborhood, I own a bar in the neighborhood, this is the place I would go for a night of drinking cocktails with a date. The night I went, i just so happen to be with my wife and we had a really fun experience.. We had a few 10 dollar cocktails, a slice of really delicious carrot cake with a cream cheese/meringue icing. The cake had a nice hit of pineapple. It was one of the better carrot cakes I have ever had. Can't say enough good things about this place.. read more

This bar has a very cozy, inviting atmosphere that made me feel like I was in local a small mountain town in the middle of the winter (though it's early September.) The bar top is made from a few large slabs of beautiful live edge wood and the decor has a very unfinished look about it. My only complaint is that the music was a little too loud to have a conversation without screaming but I did choose to go here on a Saturday night. Oh, but the most important thing is the bartender made a very delicious $10 old fashioned. read more

Dynaco - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is good. They have drinks and seats and groovy vibes. I would go there again.

Why was I the only patron asked to show proof of vaccination? Yes, other patrons seemed to be regulars, but not all. I was asked to show proof of vaccination before being asked if I was sitting inside or out. NONE of the other random people were asked about vaccination proof before they ordered their drinks. I was the only Black patron. Guess what? I won't be back. read more

One of the few times I've actually questioned my moved out of Bed-Stuy was when I stumbled upon this spot. A comfortable and stylish bar with a fireplace and reasonably priced drinks with a friendly neighborhood crowd is exactly what I would have liked 6 years ago when I lived down the street. But I digress. Dynaco is great. It's made of reclaimed wood (I think? maybe I'm just making that up?) and old stereo speakers. It's cool without trying too hard and as a result it's comfortable and cozy. Bartenders are always pleasant and the prices are fair. It's my new favorite neighborhood bar even if it's not my neighborhood anymore. read more

Great hidden gem. Cozy wooden space that feels like a chalet in the middle of Bed Stuy. Bartenders are chill and chatty. Drinks are made with care and you can buy a slice of cake (if you get there early enough.) Will be back. read more

Cute bar with an incredible whiskey selection and casual romantic but fun quirky vibe. Fireplace was the perfect gathering spot to get out of the cold! Also, they have TAMALES!!! And yes, they're super authentic and delicious. I'm sold on this funky little place! read more

Sorry Dynaco, I was ready to like you, but it feels like you've already got too many fans, which made for a fairly cramped and hard-to-enjoy Friday night. This feels like the kind of bar that was probably a hidden gem about 9 months ago, but the word is out, and now it's full of the hipster and wannabe-hipster Brooklynites that give Brooklyn bars a bad name. Now don't get me wrong, it's not a bad bar by any means. Decent space, especially since they have a nice back room, and decent beer. But not great on either count. Friday at 9 when I got there, the back room was so crowded that I couldn't even reach my friends in the back corner. And the beer list, while respectable, was nothing special...nothing I can't find at any other bar worth its salt. All of this might have been enough to warrant a 4-star review, if there weren't so many little things that were just not great. Things like being cash-only (not a dealbreaker, but certainly an annoyance), not having a printed beer list (again, not a huge problem, except when the bar is so packed that I can't even walk to the other side to see the chalkboard), one bathroom (so as you can imagine, pretty long line), and kind of rude clientele (something they can't control I suppose, but come on Brooklyn, try not to meet every stereotype of the broody hipster). It's also so dark you can barely see, which I suppose is probably a pro for lots of people, but was not my style. While the interior is really pretty, you can barely enjoy it with the low (mood?) lighting. For some people, all of this might be exactly what they're looking for. For me, it was enough to remind me why I avoid Brooklyn at all costs. read more

When it's cold you gotta get to the back room for the wood stove. Great drinks and a cool vibe.

Nice bar to the neighborhood. Different vibe from Black Swan and One Last Shag (formerly Sweet Revenge). This bar is darker, quieter, and homier. Delicious beers on tap, try the Juju beer (hint of ginger). Bartender with the beard was nice. Will return for sure. read more

Absolutely love this place, can't say enough good things. Small but well-curated beer list, awesome spirits and a friendly staff. The owners are also super welcoming. The decor is immaculately considered and the music selection is always a pleasure. If you're in Bed-Sty, you can't do much better than this recently opened spot. read more

A beautiful bar With lots of open space and Nooks to get lost in read more

My new favorite neighborhood bar. Cozy, Good cocktails and you can order this yummy chocolate cake at all times of the night! Only con: it's cash only and their ATM was out of order. read more

Came here for the first time Sunday night. I never would have known this hidden gem existed except the reviews on yelp :) It has everything you could possibly want on a cold, windy day. It was toasty and dark inside, the tunes were nice and chill and to top it off, there's a funky Mod looking fireplace in the back. I will definitely return to Dynaco on another cold night. read more

The darkest hipster bar in the hood. Bring night vision goggles. Their dim lit stained glass and wooden bar interior is beautiful . Gets packed on the weekends. They have 1 unisex bathroom. Beware of line. read more

They have a fireplace, that's really all I can say pro or con. So 4 stars in winter, 3 in summer. Tap list and cocktails are decent, service is generally friendly. It's loud and there's not a lot of space to circulate. The fireplace area is nice but fills up with couples in winter. Come here when it snows. read more

Slightly hidden away with barely a sign. Dynaco blends in with the surrounding buildings with its "A/C" branding sticking out. People might think its just a regular residential building. But if you look closely and actually open the door. You will find an intimate bar with a fireplace in the back room. The bartenders made my Old Fashioned to perfection and very stiff. Definitely my go to spot in the neighborhood. But it is cash only, but luckily 2 drinks were enough for me and it cost about 24 bucks including tip. So bring a date, relax and/or strike up a conversation with a neighbor. read more

I stopped in for a late drink on Tuesday night. My boyfriend and I sat at the beautifully crafted bar. I had a whiskey ginger and he had a beer on tap. My drink was a good pour and I know my boyfriend was pleased with their beer selection. I was a little surprised at the crowd for a Tuesday night. It wasn't filled to capacity, but the bar was full, as were the front booths. I will definitely be back for a drink sometime. read more

Cozy dark atmosphere and good service. Drinks aren't phenomenal but still great enough to enjoy them. Service is excellent since bartenders were attentive and served drinks in a timely manner even though they were busy. Prices of the drinks were very reasonable which is a big plus and they poor generally. Will go back there again. read more

My friend lives in the area and picked this place out for girls night and I must say she found a gem. It's a very cozy space, warm colored wood bar, friendly bartenders and most importantly - well-made cocktails! Upon arrival I requested a cocktail menu which they do not have. However, the bartender asked what I like (anything with Gin and St. Germaine) and before I knew it - voila - one amazing cocktail appeared right before my very eyes. We got to the bar around 10pm on a Friday and it was standing room only so keep that in mind if you are looking to lounge versus stand. Also, the noise level was quite high so if you are looking to have an intimate conversation, this is not the place for that (at least on a Friday night). NOTE: cash only with no ATM within, but there is one at the deli across the street read more

Real, real dark bar. Maybe the darkest I've ever been to in the borough. But it's got a cool layout, composed of what appears to be a lot of country/rustic-style benches and booths. There's also no sign so the clue here is to look for the place next to the Caribbean American bakery (which apparently now holds an equally trendy restaurant Do or Dine). The location is convenient to the G at Bedford-Nostrand. I didn't try any of the cocktails but the service was solid and the crowd was pretty diverse, mainly Pratt students and your typical young, hip Brooklynites. If I come back, I'll make sure to go for a cocktail. read more

Great local bar. The staff is very friendly, especially Pedro. The drink prices are average, better than many bars. Limited seating, but they have a small but nice back room. Dynaco is the prefect place to have a few drinks and talk with friends if you live nearby. read more

I'm not very familiar with bars and restaurants in Bed-Stuy, but I was meeting a friend and we went to Dynaco on her recommendation, and when she said they had a fireplace, I was sold! We came on a Thursday evening for happy hour and I loved the vibe as soon as I walked in. The dim lights, live edge wood bar, the high stools with arms, it was so cozy. Also they had a pretty nice beer selection, and several wines and cocktails included in happy hour. The bar tender was great - attentive when we needed, but also just let us sit and chat without bothering us. The Goldfish crackers were also a nice touch! I had a great time, the price was great, and loved the ambience. If I'm in the neighborhood I would definitely come back or recommend it to anyone looking for a spot to grab a drink and relax in Bed-Stuy read more

Went here with a group of friends on a Sunday night. It's a dimly lit bar with a cool nook in the back to sit with friends and catch up. I only ordered beer, as I had gone out the night before and wasn't really into ordering any more mixed drinks. It's a good place to go if you're lookin to actually talk to people, it's nice to be able to go to a bar and hear the person sitting next to you. It's a cash only bar, so please keep that in mind when you go. read more

Dynaco is the kind of bar you always wanted to have in your neighborhood. Better than average beer selection, kind staff, and pitch perfect interior design make this a reliable choice. The rotating round peacock feather tables are the highlight. There are not enough seats in general. The bar stools and tables are filled during all waking hours with nice white people. But, hey, c'est la vie dans la ville de la gentrification. read more

Dynaco - Yum - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Loud, but lacking that sweet midrange that you'd expect. Packed floor to ceiling with hipsters half the age of my ST70 who probably don't have the faintest idea what a Dynaco is (but they can probably pause their MP3 player and Google it real quick). read more

A great neighborhood addition! I live a couple blocks away and stopped in the other night after hearing good things from neighbors for several weeks. I was pleased to see there are no tv's just good tunes all night! People seem to be commenting on their prices. I don't mind paying a little extra for the good vibes and friendly service at this local spot! Cheers! read more

Vibes. If you're looking for a low key candle light type situation dive, this is it. Back room is very chill and they play this awesome 50's jazz piano chill lounge music- get there. read more

Great bar in this neighbourhood, from the outside you wouldn't even realise it's a bar. Inside it's dimly lit and furnished with wood. They have a wood burner in the back for the colder times. Beer selection is great and they know how to make a proper cocktail, instead of a crappy mix. The music is never too loud but if you come later in the night it can get pretty busy. As nearly everyone mentions, it's cash only but that's not exactly a big deal. Oh and they also give you a serving of goldfish, even better! read more

Ok so this guy operated a situation of 50+ thirsty individuals, on cash only, so much math. and they have this gloriously proper wood burning fireplace in the back room. Excellent people meeting and watching, and healthy pours. read more

I'd actually walked by this spot for several months until realizing it was a bar. I guess I was pretty late in figuring this out as even the nondescript front didn't fool anybody else (it's regularly packed.) My initial impressions of the bar were very good, as there weren't too many people and the service was good. However, nights tend to be crowded and the last few times I have been there have been unsatisfactory. I get it, it's New York, it's crowded. My beef really has to do with the poor service. There is always only one bartender, and when the place is full, it means waiting up to 10 minutes or more for a drink, especially when he's asked to make cocktails. Or when he's offered shots from customers and obliges. Or when he leans over the bar to chat with clientele instead of surveying the bar to see if anyone needs help. This situation has happened several times and I haven't been back in a few months, not wanting to deal with the frustration and with several other good bars in the area. I've also found the bartender to be selective with who he IDs (I'm 30 years old) which seems like bad protocol. I wish they'd get an additional bartender. Because the set-up is nice. Even in spite of the place being full of cats who look like extras from Portlandia. The prices could be knocked down a buck--this is Bed-Stuy after all and I pay less for drinks in Clinton Hill proper. read more

Douchey bartender on a Sunday night. Apparently you need to carry a sign saying you want service. Walking in and sitting down at the bar is not enough. read more

Cool spot, even though it is clearly a precursor to the unaffordability which is sure to follow in this hood... But hey, what you gonna do!? It's fine, no complaints. Nothing amazing. read more

So last night, winter came back with a vengeance and decided that NYC needs MORE cold weather. I did the sensible thing and went out for a drink to warm my aching soul. I am so glad to have discovered this place right at the moment when I needed it the most. Dynaco is everything i've ever wanted in a bar. Especially during the colder seasons. The wooden interior/rustic log cabin feel, the stained glass hanging lanterns, the warm fireplace that gives this place such a heavenly aroma, the candlelight. I wish this were my living room. I also loved the glassware my fernet came in. And they have cake?! Could this place be any more perfect? Dynaco will for sure get me through the next painfully cold days. I am actually almost looking forward to some springtime snowfall, so I can have an excuse to return and indulge in some whiskey (and cake!) by the fire. read more