Kissa Kissa

This place is such a vibe. Pulled up to the bar on a cold Sunday night. Jazz was playing, crowd was chill, the bartender and wait staff were friendly. Drinks were delicious. What's not to love?

I was excited to visit this new and unique business that incorporates numerous interests of mine: jazz, vinyl LPs played over a hi-fi stereo system, craft cocktails, and Japanese culture. Kissa Kissa did not disappoint! We made reservations to sit at the bar, sitting at the far end next to the vinyl wall of 4,500 jazz LPs. A stack of hand-selected records for the evening sat next to the turntable. Employees would periodically change the record, and via a tablet, send the album information to a large and colorful vintage typewriter style signboard above the bar displaying the song information, including the release year. On this Saturday night, the music was upbeat and vibrant with selections by Art Blakey and Horace Silver. As I understand it, other evenings showcase different artists and moods. Josh- our bartender - was a skilled and personable mixologist who guided us through the menu. I loved that the cocktails at Kissa Kissa are jazz-themed. We sampled the Smoke Show (mezcal cocktail), Round Midnight (whiskey cocktail) and on Green Dolphin Street (matcha highball). All were excellent, but I particularly enjoyed the Round Midnight which is a riff on the Black Manhattan that uses Japanese whiskey, Averna, plum liqueur, and walnut bitters. The ambience and vibe were top notch. Kissa Kissa's U.S. adaptation of the Japanese kissa is more fun and social, with Japanese counterparts being on the small, serious, and erudite side. I think this is the correct spin! Another reason to visit - no cover charge, and fairly priced food and cocktails.

Drinks are phenomenal, great ambiance, and jazz vinyl! 5/5 Peaches and Cream (Whiskey) 5/5 Point of Departure 4.5/5 On Green Dolphin Street (Gin) 4/5 To Sweden with Love 4/5 Passion Dance 5/5 Afternoon in Paris (Mocktail) Walked in around 7pm on a weekend and was seated immediately. Service is friendly and relatively quick! Would highly recommend as a date spot or get together with friends!

Great atmosphere with an awesome appreciation for Japan and old school jazz. This was a great hang with delicious food and incredible drinks. The service was thoughtful, kind, and attentive. We loved it so it is very much on my list of places I must come back to. On top of all of that, it feels like it's negative 15 degrees outside but that didn't stop our server from running out in the cold without a jacket to return a hat my friend didn't realize she dropped. So above and beyond service.

We just returned from Japan and were missing the charm of Tokyo’s listening bars — then we discovered Kissa Kissa in Brooklyn, and it instantly transported us back. Everything about this place feels beautifully considered: the warm lighting, the analog sound, the curated vinyl selection, and the peaceful, intimate vibe. It truly captures the essence of a Japanese kissa — a space for deep listening, quiet conversation, and soulful atmosphere. It’s clear that the owners have a real appreciation for Japanese culture and aesthetics. The experience felt both nostalgic and refreshing, especially after just being in Japan. This isn’t just a bar — it’s a space that invites you to slow down and savor music in its purest form, and the staffs and sommelier are so knowledgeable and friendly:) A rare gem in New York. We’ll definitely be back💞

Like the average person, I typically only take the time to leave a review when I really truly believe an establishment is deserving (whether positive or negative). Kissa Kissa deserves nothing short of the best review I am capable of writing. After visiting a few different bars to host my birthday party, I settled on Kissa Kissa. They’ve done an incredible job of setting up the bar to create a fun, warm, elegant atmosphere. The ambiance is 10/10 and their cocktails are some of the best in Brooklyn. Everyone from the owner (Danny), to the manager Omer, to the bartenders (special shout-out to Taylor) are INCREDIBLE. They were so thoughtful and helpful during the entire planning process and throughout the night. I cannot thank them enough for being so accommodating, kind, and competent. The entire night went flawlessly. Omer was even sweet enough to print out a list of my own signature drinks. If you’re thinking of visiting this bar for drinks or a fun night out, do not hesitate. Would recommend to anyone! Side Note: this bar is also a must for any their popcorn or jazz enthusiast!

Hosted my birthday here and got so many compliments on the music and the ambience of this place! My party was a bit rowdy but our server Charlie was so attentive & handled us with so much grace and care! I even accidentally left behind a present and they held it for me until I was able to get it back. Highly recommend this warm, intimate lounge ❤️❤️

We had an amazing experience hosting a private event at Kissa Kissa. The pricing and minimum was fair and well defined, the staff were soooo sweet and helpful (thank you Charlie!) and they were super generous and let us stay past our reserved time which was very nice of them. All our guests had a great time, the cocktails here are amazing and the friendly atmosphere and good music is unmatched. Great spot!!