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    The Dynamo Room

    4.4 (37 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Best dessert program in NYC. All desserts are amazing. My recommendation would be to get the burger, drenched, then get as many desserts as you can. Excellent service. The manager, Manny, ensured I had an elevated dining experience. Very clean restaurant and bathrooms.

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    Chic is an understatement! This place is gorgeous! We enjoyed cocktails and a few appetizers on their beautiful porch. Next time, I'm eating dinner there. The oysters were delicious and perfectly shucked. The tuna tartar had amazing flavor and the cocktails were on point. Manny is the GM and he gave us the warmest welcome and checked on us. We felt like old friends before leaving. Don't miss out on a stop at The Dynamo Room for upscale cocktails and food.

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    Dennis G.

    The Dynamo Room is a welcome addition to the Penn Station/Madison Square Garden area--an area that has long been underserved when it comes to quality dining. It delivers a refined steakhouse experience without feeling overly formal or stuffy. The room is attractive and energetic, clearly designed with pre-event crowds and Midtown professionals in mind, yet it never feels chaotic. Brightly lit with a lively bar scene and David Bowie playing in the background, the atmosphere strikes a nice balance between upscale and approachable. Service was attentive, professional, and efficient, even with a busy dining room. The menu leans classic steakhouse with a modern touch. Cocktails are well executed, with the martinis in particular standing out. I sat at the bar and ordered the "Dynamo Trio," which includes a dirty martini, a small Caesar salad, and beef-fat fries--a smart, satisfying combination. What really sets The Dynamo Room apart is its location paired with consistency. It's an excellent option before a game or show at MSG or a Broadway performance, without having to compromise on food quality. Overall, it's a strong choice for a polished Midtown meal and a restaurant I would happily return to.

    Chicken Kiev
    Channelle R.

    We came to celebrate a friend's birthday with a large group of 10 people. Lucky for us, one of our friends is a chef and knows the amazing Chef Derek Boccagno, the Executive Chef here at The Dynamo Room. What a wonderful time was had!! The restaurant was very pretty and right outside of Madison Square Garden. For the food, where do I even begin? I can just say we ate everything brought to the table and were stuffed! I tried things I never thought I would and enjoyed just about everything. Anything not enjoyed would be just my palate but no one at the table complained. We had just about everything on the menu: the Parker House Rolls with the Salted Butter, the full Raw Bar, the Caesar and Waldorf salads, Bigeye Tuna Tartare, Oysters Meuniere, Steak Tartare, Salt & Vinegar Chips, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Tartare Sauce, BBQ Bone Marrow, Honeynut Squash Ravioli and the Spaghetti Vongole... that was just to start! Now I'm not a big lover of tartare but I did enjoy the Tuna and the Salt & Vinegar chips were spectacular. A fun experience was having the waiter (I wish I knew his name because he was truly great) come out with the cuts of meat and a full explanation of what each cut was. We then continued eating the following: Chicken Kiev, Pork Tomahawk, Salmon, and several cuts of steak. I know we had the Porterhouse, Filet, and NY Strip. After a while I lost count of all of the food. For the sides we had them all, Fries, Onion Rings, Potato Mash, Mac & Cheese, Creamed Spinach, Steamed Broccoli and the Green Beans. All were amazing. My favorite sauces were BBQ Beurre Blanc and the Chimi Churri. For desserts, we had the Triple Chocolate Layer Cake, Carrot Cake, Apple Crumb Cake and Banana's Foster Sticky Toffee Pudding. Some also had espressos at the end of the meal. For drinks I personally had a margarita which was really well and we had a few bottles of Pinot Noir with dinner. All in all, I would come back any day and my absolute compliments to the Chef. The dinner was truly an incredible experience!

    O'Zandra F.

    Staff at the Dynamo Room...please, take your bow. From the time that I stood at the front door until I left the building, I was showered with kindness, impeccable service. Shot out to Bryan, the mixologist who made my evening more pleasant. He's the man. I hope when you visit that you're lucky enough to to taste one of his drinks. The vibe was fire! The tables and the bar area was packed. And the food??! Forget about it. Accessible entrance.

    Loquetta M.

    This place was great. The atmosphere was everything you could imagine. Great friendly staff and guest. The food was fantastic and the drinks... let's just say I love the bartender. I can't wait to visit again.

    Mike C.

    Easily one of the best new restaurants to open recently and definitely the new top spot for a nicer meal before or after an event at MSG right next door. The newest and biggest venture from Sunday Hospitality, this is a huge, gorgeous steakhouse that also has a big patio that will be the place to be before a Knicks game, which sadly could've been this week, but alas we must wait until next year. Start with the Parker House Rolls of course, but there is also an excellent raw bar section plus all the steakhouse classics. The desserts are great too, especially the Cheesecake.

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    Ojuolape M.

    I visited The Dynamo Room around 2 p.m. and ordered the Express Lunch Steak Frites. I'll start by saying the service was truly exceptional. The staff checked in on me frequently, ensuring I had everything I needed and was enjoying my meal. I genuinely appreciate that level of customer service. The express lunch includes fresh house rolls with salted butter, a Caesar salad, and the Steak Frites. Overall, the food was decent and had a great portion for lunch. Everything was well-seasoned and flavorful, though the steak and fries were pretty standard, nothing particularly remarkable. The dish came with a house steak sauce, which wasn't my personal favorite. The restaurant itself is stunning and has a beautiful atmosphere. Its central location makes it easy to find, especially if you're looking for a quick drink or bite before catching a train or heading to MSG. While the food didn't stand out to me, I would definitely return because of the service and perhaps for dinner - to try other entrées.

    Frank A.

    Disappointing. More of a scene than a restaurant. A step up from Applebees. Go for drinks at the Dynamo Room and then have dinner somewhere else.

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    Ben D.

    Newest addition to the Penn Station area food scene doesn't disappoint. Great looking room with.vibe and service to match. Oysters on the half shell are a great start and the 50 day dry aged ribeye has fantastic flavor. Nice dessert lineup to finish up the meal but the carrot cake is the standout.

    Logan L.

    A great new find right by MSG! We were 35 minutes early for our reservation and they sat us right away. Our waitress Taylor was the best. She was patient with us as we ordered in courses, suggested great pairings, and was extremely bubbly and kind. We felt like old friends of hers by how welcoming and outgoing she was. The ambiance was nice though a little cramped in some of the booths. The Parker house rolls with the butter were delicious and fresh, the Cesar salad also incredibly fresh and a huge portion. The bbq bone marrow is RICH and delicious. So unique and happy we tried it. The spaghetti appetizer was absolutely amazing I could've eaten it for my meal. We shared the wagyu NY strip with garlic Ju and oh my gosh it was to die for. Could not have picked a more perfect pairing. Taylor made me an iced latte and brought out a complimentary carrot cake for my husbands birthday. For what we spent I feel like it was all absolutely worth it and we will definitely be back.

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    Keli T.

    My first time and the food did not disappoint. This is a nice spot for a quaint dinner near Madison Square garden. My steak was cooked to perfection. My ceasar was flavorable and my broccoli not as steamed as what I would prefer. The service was okay. I had to inquire about specials and noticed others were visually shown all the steak options while I was just asked if I was ready to order. I'd likely request a more attentive server next time, but an overall solid experience.

    Erik W.

    We found this beautiful place while coming to MGS for a concert..I was worried because we were dressed for a County Concert (jeans and flannels) and this beautiful restaurant looks "high end"..the hostess welcomed us with no reservations. The staff was very nice..the place is beautiful with an awesome Vibe (as you would expect with its perfect location) The food was absolutely Delicious!! Of course the price was on par with the location, quality of the steaks, and fine wine selection..meaning, this isn't a once a week kinda place..but for a special occasion, date night, or impressing clients who are visiting NYC, absolutely perfect. Definitely put this gorgeous steak house on your list and Enjoy!!

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    Kris and his staff are really great. The experience was the whole package. Kris makes you want to come back. Food was first rate.

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    Great steak and jumbo shrimp cocktail! Also loved the cherries jubilee and nice service. Will definitely go back.

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    First time there. The food was very good and service was very good the waiter was great . The waiter,s name was ADAM will be back again

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