49 Grove
49 Grove St. (Bleecker St. & 7th Ave. South) Map it

14 Reviews Location: West Village Venue Type: Bar Music: Dance, House, Top 40, Rock, 80s

Vibe: You want your birthday party to be just that: “YOUR!”birthday party.  And that means ditching the after-work cocktail crowd, and finding a spot that is all about you and your guests, and specifically a spot that doesn’t shoot dirty looks when you start popping bottles or singing happy birthday.  Enter 49 Grove, an upscale lounge that brings a perfect mix of class, style, intimacy and revelry to the New York party scene.  Voted Best Lounge of 2008 By CitySearch for its comfort, service and ambiance 49 Grove is the perfect place for “YOUR!”

Tags: Underground, Very Cool, Sexy Lounge, Plenty of Seating

Aspen Social Club
157 W 47th St (btwn 6th and 7th ave) Map it

4 Reviews Location: Midtown West Venue Type: Bar Music: Hip-Hop, Rock, 80's

Vibe: Aspen Social Club channels the same lodge-like atmosphere of its Flatiron sister establishment (Aspen), with a bit more flair for eye-catching. Midtown’s version of the Colorado getaway for private and birthday parties, Aspen Social Club is a perfect spot to pretend you’re out of New York for just long enough to miss drunken arguments with the homeless.

Spot: This futuristic snowy-white and wood cabin

Tags: Lounge, Swanky Bar, Hotel Bar, Pickup Spot, Restaurant

Cellar Bar
40 W. 40th St. (5th & 6th Aves.) Map it

3 Reviews Location: Midtown West Venue Type: Bar Music: Hip-Hop, Rock, 80's

Vibe: Yes, it’s called “Cellar,” but don’t jump to conclusions; your New York City birthday party won’t resemble those high school days of sneaking cases of cheap beer and Apple Pucker into your buddy’s basement.  On the contrary, Cellar Bar is a sure spot to make your birthday party legendary, even by New York City standards.  

Spot: Located in the epically fashionable Bryant Park Hotel, a stylish crowd of hotel guests and New York City locals mix under the white vaulted ceilings and candelabras, and your

Tags: Hotel Bar, Swanky Lounge, Great Music, No Cover, Beautiful Crowd

Choice
380 3rd Ave. (27th & 28th Sts.) Map it

1 Reviews Location: Murray Hill Venue Type: Restaurant/Lounge Music: Hip-Hip, Rock, 80's

Vibe: Although it is fairly certain your birthday party in New York City will end in a hazy mix of hard liquor and prophylactics, this doesn’t mean you can’t keep it classy along the way.  Choice is poised to keep your birthday party’s road to legendary inebriation at the level of style such a journey deserves.  

Spot: Murray Hill’s chic alternative to the usual frat star hangouts, Choice is a beautiful blend of exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, the Island Bar (perfect for watching your team, hanging with friends, and people

Tags: Swanky Lounge, Private Room, Drink Specials, Group Dinners, Happy Hour

Forum
127 4th Ave (btwn 12th & 12th Sts) Map it

1 Reviews Location: Union Square Venue Type: Bar Music: Hip Hop, Rock, 80's

Vibe: Forum is the ideal space in Union Square whether you’re looking to loosen your tie for a casual birthday party after the office, or get tipsy and let your party vibrate with big beats from the DJ. The spacious interior makes it easy to check out the surroundings, and the young and attractive clientele combined with excellent service makes Forum a no-brainer when reviewing your options for your birthday party in New York City.

Tags: Restaurant, Group Dining, Dancing, Live DJ, Long Bar, Cool Lounge

High Bar
251 W. 48th St (@ 8th Ave) Map it

1 Reviews Location: Midtown West Venue Type: Bar Music: Hip-Hop, Rock, 80's

Vibe: High above the loads of tourists snapping pictures, Highbar is the place to give your birthday party fantastic views of New York City with a little taste of Miami. Hailed as the Times Square rooftop getaway for the suit and tie crowd, the views, the ambiance, and of course the alcohol are all certain to give you a birthday party to remember… or at least mostly remember.

Spot: Post-modern clean

Tags: Rooftop Bar, Swanky Bar, Lounge, People Watching

Inc Lounge
224 W. 49th St. (Broadway & 8th Ave.) Map it

1 Reviews Location: Midtown West Venue Type: Bar Music: Hip-Hop, Rock, 80's

Vibe: Inc Lounge is New York City’s answer to the question, “Where can my birthday party really embrace those good ol’ days of drunken, Glam Rock debauchery?”

Spot: Located on the second floor of the Time Hotel, Inc Lounge reminds New York that the Theatre District isn’t all about hordes of tourists and their families.  Inspired by 1970s club culture, your birthday party will roam through 2,500 square feet of dark gator-skin stools, red velvet couches, and black and white patent leather settees.  Complete with a black lacquer

Tags: Hotel Bar, Swanky Lounge, Great Date Spot, Chill Vibe

Johnny Utah's
25 W. 51st St. (5th & 6th Aves.) Map it