A tucked-away dining room in Miami, glowing with sexy, low lighting and pulsing softly to live jazz, has just earned national recognition, and romance seekers in the 305 are taking notes. Jass Kitchen, a cozy, intimate destination for Turkish cuisine and late-night dates, has just been named one of Cosmopolitan’s 50 Best Date Night Spots in the U.S.A. for 2026.
In its annual roundup, Cosmo set out to answer a modern dilemma: “Where do couples go for a memorable date night out?” (Check out New Times‘ list of 17 Most Romantic Restaurants in Miami to help you out.) According to the magazine, after reaching out to Yelp, searches for “date night restaurant” are up 158 percent year over year, proof that diners are craving experiences that feel memorable, atmospheric, and worth leaving the couch for.
Jass Kitchen stood out among hundreds of contenders nationwide for delivering exactly that.
A Memorable and Intimate Escape
From the moment you step inside Jass Kitchen, the outside world seems to dim. The tables are small and intentionally close, encouraging conversation and lingering glances. Candlelight flickers against dark wood and textured walls, while smooth jazz floats through the room, turning dinner into something closer to a soundtrack-backed love scene…