The best birthday restaurants in TriBeCa

Birthdays are often a whirlwind of emotions - nostalgia for the years gone by, excitement for the future, and maybe even a little exisential crisis. A comforting meal might be just what you need to keep an emotional meltdown at bay, and there's no place cozier than Bubby's for home-style comfort.

Bubby's has been preparing classic America dishes since 1990, so you're sure to find a childhood favorite on the menu. Freshly baked buttermilk biscuits or fried chicken and pancakes will transport you straight from the Big Apple to your family's kitchen table. Bubby's is also known for their famous homemade pies, serving up nostalgic flavors like fresh apple or peanut butter chocolate.

The restaurant is available for private events and can accommodate up to 50 guests.

If you can't live out your Mamma Mia dreams for your birthday this year, a meal at Paros is the next best thing. From the Bourgainvilla-covered entryway to the airy interiors, this restaurant is a slice of the Greek isles in Tribeca. Sing some ABBA songs on the way there and you'll forget you're even in New York.

Start the night off with refreshing, beachy cocktails or a glass of Greek wine. For dinner, indulge in one of their seafood entrees or get a few mezzes to share - like halloumi with candied orange and honey or crispy zucchini fries dipped in tzatziki. When it's time to make a wish, blow out your birthday candles with a traditional Greek dessert, such as baklava or orange cake with Greek yogurt gelato.

If fresh seafood is your ideal birthday meal, where better to enjoy your favorite dishes than on an actual boat? Grand Banks is a floating oyster bar on a 1940s-era fishing boat, docked at Pier 25. The elegant vessel is a memorable party venue and the perfect way to set sail into the next year of your life.

The menu includes oysters and caviar from the raw bar as well as more substantial entrees, like scallops and lobster rolls. If you want to celebrate with a fun cocktail, there are several nautical-inspired options like the Mariner and the I'm the Captain Now. Grand Banks also offers brunch, serving up whatever floats your boat from their signature seafood to sweeter breakfast options.

The 142 ft. boat can host up to 175 guests for special events.

Some people don't want to make their birthday a big deal and prefer an intimate meal with their nearest and dearest. For the teeniest of parties, Tiny's is the perfect venue. Surrounded by buildings three times its size, this bright pink, 200-year old townhouse is a whimsical setting for a cozy celebration.

What better way to spend your birthday than enjoying brunch in a tiny pink restaurant? Start off your special day with decadent Nutella-berry french toast or if you've already started partying, Tiny's convienently serves Hangover Huevos Rancheros. They also serve delicious sandwiches at lunch time and have a dinner menu of wholesome comfort foods.

Tiny's is available for a full buyout for special events, hosting up to 60 guests. You can also rent the upstairs bar separately for cocktail hours.

If you remember any of your high school French, you'll have the perfect opportunity to impress your guests at a birthday dinner at Frenchette. This enchanting French restaurant offers an ideal setting to dress up and indulge in a sophisticated birthday celebration in the city.

Even if the waiter has to translate the menu for you, Frenchette's traditional French food will transport you straight to a Parisian bistro. For dinner, you can order classics like steak frites and escargot. The brunch menu is also not to be missed, featuring giant sourdough pancakes and savory quiches.

Frenchette can host up to 150 guests in its indoor and outdoor spaces.