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Krisch's serves up Happy Birthday pancakes for the special occasion. Photo courtesy of the restaurant

Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Nassau County

1. Coach Meeting House – Oyster Bay

In addition to a delicious menu, refreshing slushies await both parents and kids at Coach Meeting House. Birthday kids can get a slushy of the day while parents enjoy an alcohol-infused slush. Coach Meeting House also has child-friendly events throughout the year, like the princess and superhero party where Disney princesses and superheroes come join you for brunch.  

2. International Delight Cafe – Bellmore

It's all about the dessert at International Delight Cafe. Over-the-top gelato and ice cream sundaes make any birthday kid feel special. Belgian waffle sundaes are the specialty, and nothing could be more perfect for that special day than the Birthday Waffle Sundae, which includes batter blast gelato, chocolate sauce, chocolate candies, sprinkles, whipped cream, and a cherry on top. 

3. Krisch's – Massapequa

Birthday kids will love a trip to Krisch's. From birthday pancakes to specialty shakes and ice cream sundaes, Krisch's knows how to make a birthday kid feel special. The family can tackle the kitchen sink, which has 10 scoops of ice cream with waffles, bananas, whipped cream, and an additional three toppings. If the kitchen sink is just a little too much, the birthday kid can get the Birthday Cake Surprise sundae instead, which includes a mystery present. 

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Birthday kids will love the free cotton candy served after every meal at Uncle Bacala's. Photo courtesy of the restaurant

4. Uncle Bacala's – Garden City Park

Uncle Bacala's serves traditional Italian and seafood dishes. Birthday kids will love the free cotton candy served after every meal, whether you order dessert or not. The generous serving of cotton candy is perfectly plump, airy, and sweet, making it a perfect birthday treat.

5. Witches Brew – West Hempstead

Birthday kids will love the atmosphere of Witches Brew. The spooky-but-not-scary vibe has made this cozy restaurant a neighborhood staple for almost 30 years. Dining in this restaurant is certainly a treat. It offers an extensive vegan menu in addition to the non-vegan menu. There is also a comprehensive drink menu that includes specialty non-caffeinated teas and a hot cocoa float. For dessert, have a slice of cake, a cannoli, a brownie, or one of the many other options that will satisfy the birthday kiddo's sweet tooth. 

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6. Haunted House of Hamburgers – Farmingdale

Feast on ogre onion rings, howling hot chicken, phantom Philly, or any of the other aptly named dishes on the menu. Before entering the Halloween-themed restaurant, take a seat next to Frankenstein on the bench and get a birthday photo. Every day is Halloween here, and the restaurant encourages guests to come in costume. 

7. Long Island Farm Brewery – Manorville

Located right next to Waterdrinker Family Farm, Long Island Farm Brewery is a convenient and unique stop for a birthday dinner if you've spent the day out east. The venue has different food trucks on site each day, and kids can run and play in the field while waiting for dinner. Parents, meanwhile, can sip some beer while watching the birthday kid have fun. 

8. OHK Bar and Restaurant – Huntington

Birthday princesses will love dinner at OHK Bar and Restaurant. Located in the historic Oheka Castle, the birthday kid will feel like royalty as they dine in elegance. Have your child dress up to make the meal even more special.

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Watch the hibachi show at Takumi and prepare for a birthday feast.

9. Takumi – Bay Shore

Takumi knows how to party. Birthday kids get special balloon crowns or a light-up crown. Your hibachi chef puts on an amazing show and highlights the birthday kid throughout the dinner and performance. Birthday kids even get a complimentary scoop of ice cream. 

The head cheese himself will wish the birthday boy or girl a happy birthday.

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10. Burgerology 

The vast burger selection may get you in the door, but it's the specialty shakes you can't leave without, especially on a birthday. The Surprise Party shake is everything a birthday kid could dream of: vanilla ice cream mixed with cotton candy and cotton candy crunch, topped with cotton candy, a lollipop, and whipped cream. Let your server know you're celebrating a birthday and they/'ll put a sparkler in the cake and play a fun birthday song over the speakers.

11. Chuck E. Cheese 

Little kids love a birthday trip to Chuck E. Cheese. Surprisingly, the pizzas are pretty tasty, especially the specialty ones. The great part of Chuck E. Cheese is that arcade cards get you unlimited play for a certain amount of time. Chuck E. Cheese himself will even pay a visit and wish a happy birthday to the special birthday kid. 

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Game it up before getting some grub at Dave and Buster's.

12. Dave and Buster's

Birthday gamers love a trip to Dave and Buster's. Beat your high score and rack up some tickets to enter the prize room and take home a special birthday toy. Dinner and dessert are served at Dave and Buster's, including traditional American dishes like burgers, chicken, and salads. You can also bring your own cake or cupcakes and the servers will bring it to your party.

13. Margarita's Cafe 

A live mariachi band will serenade the birthday boy or girl on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. It always feels like a party at Margarita's Cafe. The delicious Mexican menu features kid favorites like quesadillas and tacos, and specialty margaritas are on offer for adults. 

Unless noted, photos by the author