We have Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day, but little did you know that July 28th is National Parents Day. Yes, parents in the plural, because one holiday celebrating those who gave you life just doesn’t seem to be enough. But after you’ve showered your rents with all the gifts they wanted, what is there left to do for Parents Day? Take ’em to a bar, of course!
While it might not be typical for you and your parents to go out drinking together, it doesn’t have to be as awkward as it sounds. We’ve got the best family friendly bars in New York City for you to try out –just make sure their favorite song doesn’t come on the radio lest they bust out their ‘hip’ moves.
Ulysses Folk House: No one doesn’t like a good pub, and Ulysses’s is just that. They’ve got plenty of tasty bites and cocktails, beer and wine to boot. Best of all, Sunday night, beginning at 8:30pm, is Ulysses’ Pub Quiz trivia night. Challenge your parents in an epic battle of knowledge for a chance to win awesome prizes, all while you eat and drink to your heart’s content.
Highlands: Pops just can’t get enough of that good ol’ whiskey, so bring him (and mom) to one of the best whiskey dens in the city. Highlands is a Scottish gastropub, that will win over the parentals with their fine cuisine, and make dad proud with their exciting list of Scottish whiskeys and scotch. Even mamabear will enjoy this place, with delicious, one of a kind cocktails.
Library at The NoMad Hotel: A lot of moms can’t get their noses out of a good book, so take a stroll to The NoMad Hotel. Their two level library houses some 3,500 books and guests can enjoy small bites, cocktails and more at this swanky hideaway. Too bad they aren’t open 24/7, since it will likely be tough to get the rents out of this joint.
Bathtub Gin: Take your parents back in time to the roaring ’20s at this fun, secret speakeasy. Order up Prohibition-inspired cocktails, yummy food and enjoy the atmosphere. Besides, nothing beats making your parents feel young!
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