If you change the color are you talking about repainting or replacing? A good paint job is extremely expensive. When I priced it out, it was nearly as much as new cabinetry.

We can't answer what color you are going to like best. That is up to you. On my screen this looks black not dark brown. If you are ok with it, I wouldn't mess with the expense of changing it. Find other ways to accessorize if you want to change the feel or look.

Just to clarify you’re getting your cabs painted and need to pick a color?

Looking to get it repainted.

What is your budget? How old are those cabinets? The finish looks new. Have you received quotes for painting that will give you a factory finish quality in a different color?

Stick with black, get dark aged brass hardware and faucet.

I'd leave the cabinets and paint the walls.... and ceiling

@Lyn Nielson - What color would you paint the walls and ceilings in here?

a slate blue. or a deep charcoal in the countertop.

Choosing a kitchen color is one of those decisions that feels big because it is big, it sets the mood, links everything visually, and either makes the counters/cabinets sing or compete. A few thoughts:

First, observe your lighting at different times of day, morning, midday, evening with artificial light. Colors look totally different under warm vs cool light. Then, pick one color family you love (warm neutrals, muted greens/blues, clay tones, soft grays) and work your palette around that. If your cabinetry or counters are fairly neutral, you can be bolder, a soft sage, muted teal, or warm terracotta accent can add personality without overwhelming. If your counters/cabinets already have strong veining or contrast, it’s safer to lean toward lighter or more muted wall colors so things don’t fight.

Also think in layers: maybe the upper walls or ceiling stay light and neutral, while a feature wall, island, or hood wall becomes “your color.” Trim, millwork, or islands are great for introducing contrast without going full-on color everywhere. And always, always, get physical samples and paint large swatches (a few feet square) next to your cabinets/counters so you see how they behave together across different light.