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Dynaco

Bar Cocktail bar Lounge

Intimate, hideaway bar offering cocktails & brews, plus a fireplace in a dimly lit, relaxed setting. People often mention great, drinks, cash, good, cocktails, spot, drink, Cash, date, cozy,


Address

1112 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216

Website

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Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (461 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Thursday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Monday: 5 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (22) drinks (15) cash (12) good (11) cocktails (10) spot (10) drink (9) Cash (9) date (8) cozy (8)
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  • 2/5 la. n. 3 months ago on Google • 305 reviews New
    I can only assume that the ownership has changed hands. This used to be my favorite bar. Sadly, the staff are rude and the cocktails are nowhere near as good as they used to be. It’s a shame. This used to be a wonderful place.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Alex L. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    Subpar Experience at Dynaco. Drinks cost $13, and I received no change for my $20 bill. My date was approached and hit on by a bartender's friend while I was away using the restroom. A homeless individual entered multiple times, harassing customers and aggressively confronting staff who tried to intervene. The ambiance and music were mediocre. Consider other venues before choosing Dynaco.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Olivia N. 1 year ago on Google • 248 reviews
    Overall rating: 4.8 I’m absolutely obsessed with this place, kinda want to gatekeep. 🙈 the music and vibe is sooo good and soo chill and gives me yet another reason why I love Brooklyn. The old fashioned is sooo good. I’m obsessed and the price is so reasonable! 🥺 is this what love is? Had to knock a few points because it’s cash only. But highly recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alejandra Maria Zapata C. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    I went to this bar on Saturday and both bartenders were very rude… I don’t know if they haven’t understood that they work in the service field because they didn’t treat us well. I never felt so unwelcome as I did in this place… don’t know why they have 4.7 stars…
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Henrietta B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great drink options, the Blueberry Margarita is excellent. Staff if great, the hummus is a good bar option to have, comes with pita bread.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aran O. 1 year ago on Google
    Fascinating little place, love the aesthetic and fireplace. Be warned, it is cash only.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex F. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this bar. It's cozy, a great place to have a drink with a friend..., or a lover ;)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lucas F. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar, immaculate ambiance and staff. Very fun drinks too. Cozy, warm, and lively. Don't miss out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 MHz S. 1 year ago on Google
    Terrible, sour vibrations. What is up with this place? Did someone die a gruesome death here? Everything down to the cherry in the drink was fake. Everybody was fake. Cash only. Ordered my drink, handed a $100 bill. Bartender asked me if there was any other change that I had, in disgust. If I did, I wouldn’t have given you a $100 bill. He was visibly upset that he had to break a $100 bill at a cash only establishment in 2022. I’m sorry but you’re cash only. Currency is currency. Be nice and I would’ve spent all of my money at this fake bar. Now that 18% tip is the only tip you’ll get from me, ever. You’ve been warned.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Annie K. E. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a speak easy, meets a lodge, meets a dive. Cash only, with one of those authentic registers with that satisfying “ding!” I can imagine it to get popular at night, but it’s 6:15 on a summer Friday, it’s cool and quiet, some regulars here with their dog, and I’m sipping a $12 Manhattan and journaling. Low, cool music. Candles everywhere. Dark and romantic, but you can still see. I think I found a new neighborhood favorite.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Avi H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great hole in the wall spot. Bartender tonight was amazing, made the drinks solid. Had the Old Fashioned, Aviation, and Mezcal Gimlet which were all great, and some Orange Wine as well. The Stout Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting was to die for. If I’m in NYC again soon, coming here again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kimberly 4 years ago on Google
    Real life wood burning stove ‼️ and obvi great chill vibes to boot. Super cozy place, dim lighting, whole slew of $11 cocktails, good music, and not too crowded even for late on a weekend. Classic Brooklyn gem where the entrance is so nondescript you almost miss it, then the inside is magic. Cash only! FYI.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Boogie Down B. 9 months ago on Google
    Dynaco is the epitome of the word, “Vibe”. Dimly lit for the best intimate mood along with great cocktails. They’re cash only, so make sure to be ready for that. However, if you forget, Dynaco has an ATM inside. Get there early to sit in the back where the fire place is. It definitely sets the tone if you’re out on a date. Enjoy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris T. 2 years ago on Google
    Cozy, dark bar, reasonably priced drinks and friendly/quick staff on a busy Friday night. The fireplace was amazing .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Meredith J. 2 months ago on Google • 74 reviews New
    Cute place to have drinks, nice atmosphere and good cocktails. It’s important to note it is cash only.

  • 5/5 Sara P. 5 months ago on Google • 38 reviews
    Love this bar! Perfect spot to hang with friends or go on a date. Moody dimly lit vibe is great. Blaney is an awesome bartender and always makes a perfect cocktail! Front outdoor area is nice too. They also have cake here which is kinda random but the owner’s wife makes it and it’s insanely delicious. Can’t recommend this spot enough.

  • 5/5 Hanna S. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    most beloved bar in brooklyn. what really makes this place is the bartenders- Aslan and Blaney make Dynaco homey and comfortable which keeps me coming back way too often. they make great drinks as well- Aslan’s suggestions always hit!!!

  • 5/5 Eric W. 1 month ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    This place is a gem. Great atmosphere, laid-back crowd (at least on Tuesday night), and no pretentiousness anywhere. This spot works as a dive/local watering hole, but also as a great date spot or meeting place for friends. If you're put off by cash only -- don't be -- this is almost always a GOOD sign in my experience.

  • 5/5 Sierra A. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Went there on a Wednesday night and had such a fun time chatting with the bartender and trying different drinks. The bartender was really patient and knowledgeable, and helped me pick out the perfect drink. Vibes of the place were funky, will come back!

  • 5/5 Melissa O. 1 year ago on Google
    Good cocktails, cozy space, cash only so come prepared, potential for cake

  • 5/5 E L. 10 months ago on Google
    Fantastic place to have a drink, great bartender. All out recommended.

  • 5/5 Isaiah F. 9 months ago on Google
    Its a very dim light bar, with great date ambiance, not too busy, nice for friends to reunite.

  • 5/5 Cássia M. 6 months ago on Google
    Good drinks, good vibes, good price, no food - just a cake of the day, usually carrot cake - and very important it’s cash only.

  • 5/5 Miranda K. 5 months ago on Google
    Love this place! Shout-out to Ellie for being an amazing bartender :)

  • 5/5 Sierra S. 3 months ago on Google New
    As a women this is the safest bar I feel going to. I love these bartenders. I’ve been coming here for a long time and I constantly have amazing service, delicious cocktails and meet greet people. This is my favorite bar to go to in NY. Joke is that this is the only bar in all of NY.

  • 5/5 Josh S. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favorite bars in New York. Perfect amount of care with each drink but never pretentious. Cash only but the drinks are very reasonably priced! Would give an extra star for the wood burning stove in the back. Coziest bar ever.

  • 5/5 Andrea M. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place for drinks. They have a nice back room and the bartender was excellent! They are a cash only bar, serving goldfish snacks and carrot cake to go with the libation of your choice!

  • 5/5 Tracy M. 1 year ago on Google
    A favorite spot in Brooklyn, and a big reason why I'm bummed I don't live in Bed-Stuy anymore. Super cozy, great drinks that are usually reasonably priced.

  • 5/5 Amal D. 1 year ago on Google
    Tasty cocktails and lovely fireplace to cozy up to in cold temps.

  • 4/5 Josh K. 2 years ago on Google
    Cute spot. Good service. Drinks were lackluster but at the price its alright. I wouldn't recommend to everyone but worth stopping by if you're in the neighborhood. Two drinks in, this is the perfect place.

  • 5/5 Carlos M. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the coolest places in Bed-Stuy!

  • 5/5 Tanner A. 2 years ago on Google
    Cash only. This bar has a great atmosphere and is great for dates. Cozy, a great place to warm up by a fire on winter nights. Definitely an October - March date.

  • 5/5 Ally M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very chill local cash only bar! Super sweet bartender, Steel! Loved the vibe and will definitely be back

  • 5/5 Sam C. 2 years ago on Google
    You'll be hard pressed to find a better bar atmosphere than this. I often tell people that they'll feel like they're in a 70's/80's ski lodge somewhere in the mountains the moment they step in there. The fire in the back keeps everyone warm and comfortable, adds to the romance if you're looking for a great date spot. The music is always perfect and tasteful. All of the staff are welcoming and fast with their service. Vast selection of classic cocktails. Terrific beer selection, I usually go for the Kolsch or a beautifully poured Guinness. Cash only, so come prepared for that (they also have an ATM in the back). Make sure to ask about a slice of their home made cake, made fresh by an owner's wife!

  • 5/5 Cesar M. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite bars. The bartenders make great drinks consistently. A fantastic date night spot too with the fireplace in the back :)

  • 5/5 Tyler E. 2 years ago on Google
    Great music, cozy vibes, solid drinks. Cash only.

  • 5/5 Anthony G. 1 year ago on Google
    Cash only with ATM onsite. Nick is the best. Drinks are great, bar super cozy, sexy vibes.

  • 4/5 Shutterbug 4 years ago on Google
    A little dark but overall a good atmosphere. The bartenders were quick and kept your drink full! At $11 per cocktail, be careful how fast you consume their very stout drinks! Had to use my phone as a light to see the menu. Cash only bar!

  • 5/5 D S. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderfully dim lit haven of good tunes, great beer and a well kept bar

  • 5/5 Ivan �. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice local bar with good beer selection and great cocktails.

  • 5/5 Brian P. 1 year ago on Google
    Think it’s my favorite bar in bed stuy. The drinks are great and reasonably priced at $12. Classic cocktails done right. It’s lively but also a great place to meet and friend. Fireplace is really cozy if you can grab a spot by it.

  • 5/5 Joey D. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is great for a drink in the winter since it has a nice retro fireplace near the back. It is cash only!

  • 5/5 TriBeCa Dental Associates on G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the type of place that once you leave, you’re almost certain you were in a dream and it can’t really exist.

  • 5/5 Liam R. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Aslan and Blaney are top class, I especially enjoy the music on Wednesdays. Best bar in Bedstuy

  • 2/5 Greg 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The fire is nice but this place is unfortunately ruined by the two male bartenders. Both guys were very rude on multiple occasions.

  • 1/5 Maimouna C. 1 month ago on Google • 1 review New
    Imagine this but fr it’s a real reality… Walking into a bar on a Friday in the Bedstuy neighborhood that’s been colonized by Euro-ites, to be told we can’t sit cause seats are being by said euro-ites smoking them sticks…okay??????


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash-only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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