subject: Top 10 Birthday Party Locations In Nyc [print this page] Does it seem like every time a birthday rolls around, you cant think of a single place to throw it? For the amount that New Yorkers party, youd think there would be an endless supply of sensational spots to throw a big bash. The good news is there are. The bad news is its sometimes hard to find them. To help you out, heres a list of some of the top picks for birthday events. The key to a good birthday spot is friendly staff / management, something compelling to keep people entertained, and the option to reserve a section or tables so you have a home base for people to hang out. The venues below range from laid-back bar to upscale lounge to places made for dancing divas.
1. Anchor. Same music, crowd, and feel as the more pretentious lounges, but none of the attitude. Everyone will be dancing, mingling, and mulling over why theres no hassle at this super-fun spot.
2. East End Bar & Grill. If you want a more laid-back, sporty vibe, check this out. Best part is the birthday person always drinks free and you can book discounted open bar for all your friends. So no ones counting drinks, and everyones having fun.
3. Galloway Hooker. Huge bar. Plenty of private, sectioned off rooms and nooks that you can reserve just for your crew without the hassle that comes with more pretentious, upscale places. Great top 40 tunes and pool table / darts to boot.
4. Ella. This East Village gem is a posh, pulsating place thats always accommodating to birthdays and keeps guests happy with delicious drinks like watermelon martinis.
5. Thom Bar. If your style is ultra-elegant and hopelessly hip, invite everyone to the Thompson hotel, but make sure you clear it with the venue first. Door policy can be strict, but if you iron out the details beforehand, its a great spot for lounging and people-watching.
6. Gallery Bar. The art on the walls is a natural conversation piece, and the mix of Madonna to Mos Def makes sure everyone stays awake. Its become popular for birthdays so make sure to call ahead.
7. Superdive. Anywhere you can reserve tables and order kegs instead of bottles of Belvedere is bound to be interesting. Its faux dive-y so go expecting a cool crowd and think trendy over trashy.
8. PS450. Its usually a slightly younger crowd, but that just means its guaranteed to be high energy. There are great back rooms sectioned off by sheer white curtains that you can reserve for your crew. So you can have a private dance party, but still feel like a part of the main bar.
9. Slate. Not too crowded, not too much hassle, but tons of fun in a venue that has a back room perfect for 10 30, ping pong and pool tables downstairs, and music that wont let you stay in your seat.
10. Lucky Strike. Bowling may not seem like a good birthday bash, but it is when the venue feels more like an upscale lounge than an alley. Lucky Strikes sleek dcor, upscale food, and club-worthy beats make this a great choice when you want something different than the usual.
