The best birthday party venues in the Financial District

Cobblefish is a seafood oasis tucked among the historic ships of the South Street Seaport Museum on Pier 16. The menu features coastal favorites like lobster rolls and fish tacos, but if you’re more of a land-lover, they also have burgers and artichoke quesadillas. Sip on a refreshing glass of wine, a cold beer, or a flavorful cocktail on the vibrant blue couches and soak in views of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the entire pier accommodates 20 to 1,500 guests, offering a truly unforgettable birthday party setting. They even provide a water taxi to make transportation fun!

Located in Battery Park in the Financial District is Mezze on the River, a Mediterranean restaurant boasting a vibrant, contemporary twist on seafood cuisine. This space has two stunning outdoor terraces as well as indoor seating with floor-to-ceiling windows, treating guests to breathtaking views of sailboats gliding along the Hudson River. Perfect for a birthday party of up to 150 guests, the venue provides packages for mezze-style cocktail parties or seated brunch and dinner experiences. Indulge in fresh and flavorful seafood bites paired with seasonal, signature, and classic cocktails—the Amalfi is a crowd favorite!

Step into The Gilded Age at Primo’s, a chic bar and lounge inside the Frederick Hotel on the cusp of Tribeca and the Financial District. This Art Deco-inspired haven invites guests to sink into plush velvet seating or dance under the disco ball while indulging in expertly crafted specialty martinis (espresso, anyone?), house cocktails, and a curated wine selection. With two bars, a DJ booth, and a sultry ambiance, this is an iconic spot for a birthday celebration. Primo’s offers the stylish space for private birthday parties for up to 60 guests, with an impressive client list (including Marc Jacobs and Acne Studios) to solidify their rep.

If the birthday person loves espresso martinis, Five & Dime is the place to celebrate. Located in the historic Woolworth Building lobby in the Financial District, this versatile spot has it all: it’s a coffee hot spot by day and a trendy cocktail bar by night. Gather around the horseshoe marble bar or get cozy on the leather seats, and enjoy Five & Dime’s unique coffee and cocktail experience with espresso, nitro coffee, 6-tap rotating craft beer and cider, whiskey, and seasonally-inspired cocktails (and caffeinated mocktails). This vintage space can hold up to 60 seated or 70 standing.

If you have a thing for history, throw it back to the golden age of travel and have a birthday celebration at The Beekman Hotel’s Bar Room. This opulent 1883 building originally served as a creative haven for literary legends like Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, and more. Today, it stands as a masterpiece of 19th-century architecture and design with rich history and timeless elegance tucked away on every corner. The Bar Room boasts a nine-story Victorian-era atrium, making any birthday celebration a little bit more special. Indulge in breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night bites, accompanied by signature cocktails and a curated wine selection. Private events can be booked for birthday parties of nine or more guests.