A birthday at The Octopus Bar is like the adult version of a second-grade, pirate-themed party. But instead of corny plates from Party City, mylar balloons in the shape of treasure chests, and a parrot cake that says, “Ay, it’s me matey’s birthday,” there’s a big wooden bar, a bunch of hanging ropes and fishnets, and lots of cocktails. When it’s cold, hole up around a big table with whisky mules, and during the warmer months, take advantage of their patio with a round of Octopus Bubbly (vodka, blackberry liqueur, and champagne) or blue drinks garnished with Swedish Fish.