Kiss & Fly
New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 255-1933
- Cross Street:
- Between 9th Avenue and Washington Street
- Directions:
- A, C, E; L at 14th St-8th Ave
- Specialties:
- Dance Club
- Hours:
- Wed-Sat 11pm-4am
Editorial Review for Kiss & Fly – by Rebecca Behan
In Short
Though a reservation at Kiss & Fly (formerly club Aer) may not guarantee you'll be speedily whisked inside, it should garner some attention from the league of security personnel at the door--themselves busy wrangling a crush of tall Europeans vying for entry. Inside, a curved, elevated bar and banquettes create the illusion of a sunken dance floor, along with ample seating and a vantage point from which to see and be seen--provided the overeager smoke machine allows. For those seeking access to the roped-off VIP area, bottle service is the name of the game, while de facto VIPs enthrone themselves inside the curving dome (known as the Temple) just off the dance floor.
Hits: The art nouveau-inspired decor beckons dancers to the table-tops and lends the space an aura of indulgence and free-wheeling decadence.
Misses: Should you need a break from the thudding international dance music, your only options are to shiver on the smoker's veranda or take refuge in the restroom.
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Insider Tips
Look GoodIt's bottle service only at the tables, but if you're not content to simply drop a few hundred bucks on the booze, you're in luck: As an added bonus, the barkeep will hold your chosen bottle aloft as flaming sparklers mark its procession table-side.
Know Before You GoThe bartenders may automatically add a twenty percent gratuity to credit card purchases, no matter the size of your party or order.
The ExtrasHungry? Kiss & Fly doesn't serve food, but the proprietors also own French bistro Bagatelle, located right next door--and if you can flex your way into one, you've at least got a shot at getting into the other.
User Reviews for Kiss & Fly
09/25/2008 Posted by DISCO1979
I was having table service which was minimum $3000 spend and having a good time here until a bouncer decided to come over and push me into the table to allow other guest to come in. I turned around and said 'hey, all you have to do is say excuse me' to which he replied ' no i dont' ' i asked to see the manager' he replied ' i am the manger' i asked to see the owner 'he replied 'i own this place' . He then took me out the back with 3 other bouncers to try an intimidate me. The other bouncers were lovely but i told them i was going to leave anyway, so i left with my wife. The bouncer refused to apologise but could not tell me why i was pulled out of the club. This place is a joke, very rude people and i urge you everyone not to go near it.
Pros: Good Music
Cons: Very Rude arrogant Staff, who think they are doing you a favor
09/09/2008 Posted by rich1111
I will give you my honest opinion. The place is NOT worth it. I felt like I was back in High School waiting to get picked to go into Limelight. Someone needs to tell the doormen that it is just not cool to work a door at a club once you are over 30 years old. Also, why drop $500-$1000 a night when you can go to many places in the city and spend less money. The place is filled with fake people, rude people, and “wanna-be” models. I give this place 1-2 years before it shuts down..............
Pros: Music is good
Cons: doormen, fake people, wanna-be models
