subject: Where To Throw Your Nyc Birthday Bash [print this page] Birthdays are a tricky businessBirthdays are a tricky business. On one hand, you want to pick somewhere you love. On the other hand, you want to pick somewhere everyone else will love. Then there are the other typical NYC factors to consider location, price, hassle-factor, crowd, pick-up potential, etc. Before you throw in the towel and decide to spend it at home with an extra-large pizza pie, consider these venues for a birthday you wont forget.
1. Le Lupanar. The perfect venue for bringing your own fun. Great music, great staff, and not too crowded so if you have a big list, youll be able to fill the place with your own kind. Its a place that should have blown up but hasnt just yet, so call and make a reservation for a party that everyone will rave about.
2. Mama Mexico. The Mexican food at this upbeat restaurant is great, but thats only the beginning of why you should have a birthday dinner there. Lively dcor, happy staff, and a live music trio that goes from table to table making sure the mood stays festive. They always have large parties so theyre used to handling a crowd.
3. Sala. Sala does good deals for large groups. If you have enough people, arrange a per person event where you have unlimited sangria, wine, or champagne plus plenty of tapas to fill up hungry tummies. If you get a table downstairs, youll feel like youre having a private party made just for you.
4. The Globe. Although it seems just like a regular bar from the outside, the inside is always packed with fun people, make-you-move music, and friendly bartenders pouring stiff drinks. There are separate sections big enough to fit your party so you can chill with your crew but still mingle with the masses.
5. Phebes. This East Village bar always has a decent scene. The fact that door policy is minimal, space is huge, and music is hot, makes this an ideal birthday destination. Not to mention the reasonable drink prices and emphasis on letting everyone have a good time.
6. Pranna. If youre crowd is a little more upscale, try Pranna for a beautiful birthday. With three floors, elegant dcor, and unlimited dancing, Pranna has become a birthday destination for many. Its a cute crowd that keeps patrons flocking here, but the popularity factor is still high so make sure theres no door hassle with your list.
7. Blue Owl. If you call them ahead of time, theyll give you the whole side room just for you and your friends. A good option when hanging out is high on your list of things to do on your birthday. Plus, the drinks here are out of control good with bartenders showing off major mixology skills with everything from gin to Jim Beam.
