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Every once in a while, we travel to destinations other than Atlantic City. We tend to visit cities that have similar qualities, most notably, a vibrant food and beverage scene. This summer, we took our second New Orleans vacation. Many things had changed in the 7 years since we had been there, but much remained the same. After our adventure, we developed an Escape Plan for the best things to do in New Orleans in 3 days. Our guide strikes a balance between trying new things and revisiting old favorites, enjoying upscale establishments as well as dives, and venturing off the beaten path while still taking in popular tourist attractions. We’ll take you to the best restaurants in New Orleans, recommend must-try dishes and classic New Orleans cocktails, and so much more. This is your 72 hour New Orleans itinerary.  Traveling to New Orleans for Off-season Hotel Deals There is no shortage of deals to be found on New Orleans summer travel. Reason being: it is hot, and it is humid, and oppressively so. Two blocks from the French Quarter in the historic business district, International House Hotel was offering deep discounts on suites during our travel dates. While we prefer a boutique hotel over a chain, they come at a premium, and it’s not always in our budget. Excited at this opportunity, we booked a King Terrace room at the reduced rate, and ended up receiving a penthouse suite upon check-in. They were by far the nicest accommodations we have ever experienced. Our room had one and a half baths, a walk-in closet, a dining table, sectional sofa, two televisions, the terrace we wanted, and, the proverbial cherry on top: a piano.  Staying at The International House Hotel New Orleans Before opening as The International House Hotel on 1988, the 12 story building began as a bank in the early 1900s before being reincarnated as a World Trade Center in the 1940s. The hotel offers bike rentals, complimentary water and coffee, an art gallery, and complimentary copies of the Wall Street Journal. Perhaps our favorite feature was the beautiful lobby bar, Loa. In the voodoo faith, “loa” are divine spirits (get it?) that act as intermediaries between humans and a higher god. We love a subtle play on words almost as much as we loved the thoughtful cocktail menu and friendly service here. Abigail, the bar’s creative director, served us most evenings, as we made Loa our nightly pre-dinner drink spot. She developed the menu to reflect New Orleans as a port city, drawing on Caribbean, Spanish, French, Italian, Cuban, and African influences. We’ve been to a lot of cocktail bars and we’ve never had drinks even remotely similar to what is offered at Loa. Examples given: Mona on the Bayou, a vodka drink mixed with Lebanese tea, rose and orange flower water, citrus, and pine nuts, and Anjin Old Fashioned, a Japanese spin on the classic with mezcal and stirred with sushi rice. Start here with one of the aforementioned cocktails, or go full Escape Plan with a shot of Branca Menta to prep your tummy for the boatloads of rich, creole cuisine that awaits you at dinner.  Dinner with a View from the Best Balcony in New Orleans  On your first night in town, you’ll head to the Lower Garden District for dinner at Gris-Gris. The portions are very generous, and we definitely over-ordered. Two people can share a couple of appetizers and one entree, or a single appetizer and a pair of entrees. The chicken gizzard grillades are quintessentially New Orleans. Slow braised with caramelized peppers and onions in a brown gravy, the gizzards are served over grits. This starter is rich and hearty, and could satisfy most appetites without an additional course. A more moderately sized appetizer, the oyster BLT is one of the most perfect bites we’ve had in any city. Fried oysters and smoked pork belly have a similar crispy yet creamy texture that are complemented beautifully by tomato jam and arugula. While not creole cuisine, the sugarcane seared duck alongside sweet potato and pecan casserole is a must-have. We did not have room for dessert, but we did enjoy a Maetresse of Magazine on the balcony. The sazerac rye, hoodoo chicory, and praline liquor is both strong and sweet, as ideal an ending to a meal as possible, without a traditional dessert. We visited in late June, and had a stunning view of a simultaneous sunset and distant lightning storm. It’s no wonder Gris-Gris was voted best balcony by New Orleans Magazine.  Post-dinner Drinks  Saint Vincent Hotel A quarter mile walk separates you from your next destination, Paradise Lounge at Hotel St Vincent, where you’ll have a nightcap. The building was once an orphanage, and, like many New Orleans hotels, is said to be haunted by the giggling ghosts of children who succumbed to yellow fever within its walls. You’d never guess the property’s storied past from your seat at the bar in the Paradise Lounge. The space is reminiscent of a south Florida lanai: bright, airy, flooded with sunshine. The St Vincent spritz, a grapefruit rosemary aperol spritz, and Strega Smash, a spritz featuring a trio of rums, pineapple, and lime, lend to the tropical atmosphere. If you’re an espresso martini fan, they make a great one that sets itself apart from the classic with crème de cacao and frangelico, along with intelligentsia espresso.  Beignets for Breakfast From coffee liqueur before bed to cafe au lait for breakfast, you’ll start your second day in New Orleans at one of the most iconic eateries in the city, Cafe DuMonde. One order of beignets per person is the perfect portion. Opt for the frozen cafe au lait if you’re traveling during the hotter, more humid months. We recommend the original location in the French Market, so you can stroll along the Mississippi River before checking out the rest of the market. On our last visit to Cafe DuMonde, we happened upon an Atlantic Ciy High School alumnus who commented on TJ’s Tony’s Baltimore Grill t-shirt. We’re always bonding with people over a shared love of Atlantic City, even 1,200 miles away.  Exploring the French Market  Vendors ourselves, we love a good market. The French Market is full of food vendors and artists, and is our favorite place to shop for souvenirs. Be sure to check it out. The souvenir shops in the French Quarter don’t offer anything unique or artisan. It won’t be surprising to learn that our favorite vendor is a father/son operation who screen prints vintage New Orleans concert flyers onto t-shirts.  Courtyard Cocktails  When strolling through the French Quarter,  make a stop at The Court of Two Sisters for some cocktails in the courtyard. Give the charm gates a quick graze as you enter. Legend has it that their charm will pass on to anyone who touches them. Familiar New Orleans staples like the sazerac and brandy milk punch have a spot on the drink menu, alongside the lesser known, but just as refreshing crescent city cooler. Pull up a chair near the fountain, take your time, and soak in the whimsy of wisteria and wishing wells in New Orleans largest outdoor courtyard.  Lunch like a Local For lunch, you’ll take a rideshare uptown to Domilise’s Po-Boys , a little yellow house serving sandwiches since 1918. The half and half po-boy is the way to go: half fried oysters, half fried shrimp, all dressed on a crusty long roll with as much Crystal hot sauce as your little heart desires. The fries are soft in the middle, crispy on the outside, and shaped like tiny augers. You must get a beer. A local one. In a can. A Cane Break by Parish Brewing paired perfectly with our lunch and made us forget how hot and humid it was outside.  More Hidden Gems in New Orleans The best way to beat the oppressive summer heat is at Hansen’s Sno Bliz , a 10 minute walk from Domilise’s. Scooping soft ice sno balls for 85 years, Hansen’s is anything but your typical warm weather treat. Flavors like cream of wedding cake and cream of root beer will have you dreaming up all kinds of combinations. Take yours to-go and make your way to Sisters in Christ Records to sift through the vast selection of vinyl. New Orleans is full of hidden gems like this, just waiting for you to happen upon them. Sisters in Christ Rooftop River Views Later on, you’ll transition from hole-in-the-wall locals’ joints to upscale institutions, beginning at Hot Tin. Take the elevator to the roof of the Pontchartrain Hotel for cocktails and an unrivaled 270 degree view of downtown New Orleans and the Mississippi River. Try a fun take on the iconic Pimm’s Cup or Sazerac, the former substituting sparkling wine instead of soda and the latter featuring duck fat washed rye. This rooftop bar is one of the most romantic spots in New Orleans. There was a private party inside, and the terrace was quite busy, yet it still felt like a well-kept secret.  Decadent Dinner  Your night of decadence continues with dinner at the pinnacle of New Orleans fine dining, Commander’s Palace . It’s been named Most Popular Restaurant in New Orleans by Zagat for 18 years, and you’ll soon understand why. If you’re lucky, you’ll be seated in the coveted Garden Room, making you feel like you’re sitting high atop the surrounding trees. While the Reveillon tasting menu is beautifully executed, you can easily order a la carte or from Chef Meg’s three course offering, and still have a standout experience, without the sticker shock. The ambience and service match the cuisine: thoughtful, classic, and very special. The menu rotates frequently, so our only evergreen endorsement is to absolutely order the notorious bread pudding soufflé to end your meal. Be sure to have your photo taken under the famous neon sign, beside the famed blue and white striped building.  From Dinner to Dive Bar If you want to let your hair down after a fancy night on the town, there’s no better place for a low key post-dinner drink than Verret’s Lounge . We love a good dive bar, and Verret’s is exactly that. It’s cheap, friendly, no frills, and, for an added bonus: it has slot machines. Don’t let them trick you into drinking Malort. Trust us.    Brunch at Brennan’s  Brennan’s is one of very few locations that we repeat on every one of our New Orleans vacations. It is famous for being the birthplace of bananas foster, which you absolutely must order if you like a tableside preparation and a little bit of a production. You can find a wide variety of other New Orleans staple dishes here. If you need an eye opener after hanging out at Verret’s too late, the bloody bull and brandy milk punch will bring you back to life. We suggest trying the turtle soup, once considered a delicacy, the rich brown almost stew-like broth is topped with sherry upon presentation. We find ourselves ordering oysters multiple times a day in New Orleans, and the oyster j’aime is one of our favorite iterations with its creole tomato gravy and cornbread crumble. For your main course, the eggs St. Charles are really unique. It’s a spin on a Benedict with crispy gulf fish instead of an English muffin, served with creamed spinach and blood orange hollandaise. Traditionalists will love the eggs Hussarde. The coffee-cured Canadian bacon and housemade English muffins set it apart from a standard Benedict.  Tour and Explore  This itinerary is mainly a New Orleans food and drink guide, since the city has its own brand of cuisine, but we carved out some time for you to explore some of the city’s unique history. Your first stop will be the Pharmacy Museum, where you’ll take a self-guided tour of 18,000 pharmaceutical and medical objects, books, prescriptions, records, photographs, advertisements, and other historical items. You’ll be amazed how much has changed since the 18th century.  You’ll also tour the Sazerac House and its interactive exhibits, while you learn about the history of New Orleans, especially how it relates to distilling and cocktail culture. You’ll even get to sample three signature New Orleans cocktails.  Seafood Starters Tonight’s dinner is a two-parter. First, you’ll have a mini seafood feast of crab fingers (lightly breaded crab meat, similar to a chicken finger), chargrilled oysters, and shrimp cocktail at Felix’s . Try to get a table facing Bourbon Street, so you can people watch or catch a second line passing by the restaurant window.  Al Fresco in a Bywater Backyard  Afterwards, you’ll take a scenic 15 minute drive into Bywater to get to Bacchanal Fine Wine and Spirits. This corner wine shop is also home to an upstairs bar that feels like your childhood treehouse, but with wine and cocktails. Savor a drink in the whimsical atmosphere upstairs before you create a DIY charcuterie board and discover the perfect wine to pair with it. The staff will arrange your meat and cheese selections with a generous amount of accoutrements and bring it to you in the backyard patio. Listen to live jazz and soak in the eternal summer vibes for as long as you’d like.  Final Night Farewell Drinks Your last night in New Orleans calls for some farewell libations. Nightbloom is a newly opened cocktail bar not far from Bacchanal. We are suckers for good lighting (see: Tony’s Baltimore Grill and Angeloni’s Club Madrid) and the pink and purple neon scheme set the mood for some innovative and intimate drinks. If dive bars are more your thing, the dog-friendly Pep’s Pub has city wide specials, slot machines, and a wall covered in customer’s puppy pictures. Black Penny boasts a craft beer list that is three pages long. It’s laid back and will have you feeling like a local.  Savoring Every Minute up to the Last Before you depart New Orleans in the evening, you can squeeze some memorable activities into your final day. Start with brunch at Tujague’s. If you like a savory brunch, the creamy shrimp crepes and crunchy boudin balls with pepper jelly are a great way to start your meal. The croque madame and chicken biscuit are perfectly prepared and hearty enough to hold you over until you check in for your flight. Wrapping up from 33 Stories High Your final destination, Vue Orleans, offers 360 degree views of the city from its 33rd floor  observation deck. You’ll also experience several interactive exhibits that celebrate the music, food, costumes, and culture of New Orleans. There’s no better way to wrap up your vacation than this living love letter to the city.  Airport Activities  There is still some fun to be had before you’re officially out of New Orleans. The Louis Armstrong airport is one of our favorites. We stumbled upon a shop called Dirty Coast that sells niche, punny New Orleans t-shirts and other apparel. It was so cool to see something similar to our own merch, themed to a different city. We also couldn’t resist the smell of fresh beignets from the Cafe du Monde stand at the airport, and got our fix of fried dough and cafe au lait one last time before heading home to Philadelphia.  3 days and 3 nights in New Orleans is more than enough time to immerse yourself in so much of what makes the city so special. Like Atlantic City, you just need to know where to look and come armed with a solid plan. While there is certainly a place for tourist favorites, our itinerary will take you to some of the best locals spots, as well. We hope you’ll enjoy our New Orleans travel tips and you’ll return again to revisit what you loved and discover even more of what makes it such a special place. If you enjoyed this, consider signing up for our mailing list or buying one of our handmade Atlantic City-themed T-shirts!

Atlantic City has long been considered a summertime resort. As captivating as our city by the sea is from Memorial Day through Labor Day, we think a case can be made for Atlantic City as a winter holiday destination. In late November, magic begins to fill the air, along with t winkling lights, sparkling snow, grand Christmas trees, and joyful smiles are all around. Atlantic City is at its most enchanting during the Christmas season. Celebrations of all sizes are in full swing seemingly everywhere across town all December long. We have compiled a comprehensive list of holiday happenings in Atlantic City to help you make the best and brightest memories, in the midst of the hustle and bustle of your holiday preparations. Kick Off Your Holiday Shopping in Atlantic City We’ll kick off the festivities with some shopping! It is the season of giving, after all.  The TennAveAC Tinseltown Market returns to Tennessee Avenue on Sunday, 12/15 , from 12-4pm . The holiday pop-up shopping event will feature local shops, artists, and vendors.  The Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University will be transformed into a Holiday Market and Gingerbread Village on Saturday, 12/14 , and Sunday, 12/15 , from 12-5pm . In addition to the gingerbread house contest, the market will have vendors, food, crafts, music, and Santa himself.  Give Back This Holiday Season There is more than one way to give. Don’t forget to shop for those in need, as well. The Tinseltown Spirit of Giving Toy Drive at Cardinal will take place on Friday, December 13 , from 9-11pm . Guest bartenders will craft specialty cocktails at happy hour prices. Bring an unwrapped toy, which will be donated to Toys for Tots . You have another opportunity to give back during the 7th Annual Ugly Sweater Jitney Tour on Saturday, December 7, from 6-10pm . Jitneys will run between Little Water Distillery, The Seed: A Living Beer Project, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Bar32 Chocolate, and Cardinal . Bring a donation of pasta, cereal, canned goods, small bagged snacks, coffee, etc. to stock the shelves at Brigantine Food Pantry .  Sip, Shop, and Celebrate Perhaps a little too ambitious for a one night bar crawl, the Tinseltown Cocktail/Mocktail Trail is running through December 31 . Participating bars include Angeloni’s Club Madrid, Bally’s Phil’s Carousel Bar, Bar32, Cardinal, Cuba Libre, Dave and Buster’s, Ducktown Tavern, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Tony’s Baltimore Grill, and Superfrico . Each location will have at least one seasonal specialty cocktail for the event.  Seasonal Family Fun in Atlantic City You can catch two other iconic, long-running events this month. First, at J im Whelan’s Boardwalk Hall , from December 12 through J anuary 31 for the 8th Annual Deck the Hall: Festival of Trees . Dozens of sponsor decorated trees will be on daily display for free public viewing. Next, visit the I rish Pub Christmas Spectacular for floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall, over-the-top Christmas decor, through January 6 .  Somebody has to put gifts under all of those trees! You can visit Santa all over the city this Christmas season. Santa’s Hideaway Adventure at Ocean Casino Resort might be the most elaborate option. A magic elevator transports guests to the North Pole, where Santa is waiting for kids to recite their wish lists. Visit Monday through Friday from 4-9, Saturday from 11-9, and Sunday from 12-8 . Reservations are strongly encouraged (up to 6 people) and include a photo package for $74.99.  Indulge in a brunch buffet with Santa at Ducktown Tavern on Saturday, December 7 , at 11am . Guests will receive a digital photo and kids can make an ornament craft.  Santa returns to the Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall for a family friendly breakfast on Saturday, December 15, at 10am . The regular brunch menu will be offered along with Christmas inspired cocktails.  Visit Santa and take a ride on The Wheel when the big guy makes an appearance at the Steel Pier on Saturday, December 7, from 2-4pm .  Holiday Parades and Tree Lightings Besides seeing Santa, our favorite way to kick off the holiday season is with a parade! See the City of Atlantic City Winter Wonderland Parade on the Boardwalk, between New Hampshire and Albany, on Saturday, December 7, at 11am .  On Friday, December 6, at 6 pm, visit O'Donnell Park for the Chelsea Neighborhood tree lighting , with festive performances, free face painting, photos with Santa and the Grinch, hot beverages, and giveaways. The next night, on December 7, Ducktown will have their tree lighting in Ducktown Park at 7pm .  Take in different kind of lights at the Absecon Lighthouse Luminary Light Festival on December 7, from 5-7pm . $25 tickets include caroling, astrologist readings, decorating and lighting a personal luminary, speciality cheeses and wine, gift shop specials and a climb to the top of the lighthouse.  Holiday Parties and Festive Fun for Adults Of course, this wouldn’t be an Escape Plan unless you also had an opportunity to get lit. Of all the parties in Atlantic City, there are two you can’t miss. A Very TBG Christmas returns for its 3rd year at Tony’s Baltimore Grill on Tuesday, December 10, at 8pm . As expected, the menu includes festive mini pizzas and snacks, as well as expertly crafted and imaginative cocktails and shots.  For their first holiday season since remodeling and reopening under new ownership, Angeloni’s Club Madrid will host their inaugural Christmas party on Thursday, December 19, at 8pm . Like sister restaurant Tony’s, their parties are immaculately themed and high energy. Keep an eye on their social media and ours for more details, closer to the event. Plan Your Atlantic City Holiday Getaway However you choose to spend the holiday season, Atlantic City has an activity to accommodate your specific tastes. From family friendly to adults-only fun, Santa to shopping, parades to parties, there is an enchanting and exciting event for you to enjoy. Take in the celebratory atmosphere all over Atlantic City this Christmas. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to stay up-to-date on all of the holiday happenings in Atlantic City. Shop with us online and at the TennAveAC Tinseltown Market and Noyes Arts Garage Holiday Market. Happy Holidays!

Throw all the cliche “40 is the new 30,” “life begins at 40,” “I’m aging like a fine wine,” nonsense right in the trash. Yes, 40 is absolutely a milestone worth celebrating, but it’s doubtful you can or want to ring in this new decade in quite the same way as you did at 21. You deserve a little commotion for making it to middle age, but it’s not cute to wobble through the casino in your bare feet, carrying your shoes, before promptly vomiting vodka club, splash of cran directly into your own handbag. If you’re feeling uneasy about entering your forties and are unsure of what to do to appropriately mark the occasion, we have the perfect itinerary for your 40th birthday celebration in Atlantic City. Spend one night living it up, indulging almost like a twenty-something. Then, recover and refresh for the rest of the weekend. Pack the Pepcid, change your Dr. Scholl’s insoles, and prepare for an unforgettable experience.  Cocktails Dinner After Dinner Breakfast Activities Lunch Casual Dinner Day 1: Arriving in Atlantic City We recommend checking in as early as possible to avoid wasting valuable party time waiting in line. Even if a room isn’t available yet, you can leave your bag with bell services and pick up your key later. It’s time for your   luxury Atlantic City 40th birthday experience to begin.  Pre-Dinner Drinks Around 5pm, toast yourself with a pre-dinner drink at Little Water Distillery and/or The Seed: A Living Beer Project , Atlantic City’s own distillery and brewery. These neighboring venues make for an effortless mini DIY bar crawl. Little Water has a seasonally rotating cocktail menu that highlights the spirits distilled on site. The fall menu focuses on traditional autumn flavors like cranberry, apple, maple, and cinnamon. The only thing more masterfully crafted than the drinks are their punny monikers like She Dragged Me Apple Picking (Whitecap whiskey, apple cider, lemon, maple, aromatic bitters) and Sweater Weather (Prosperity aged rum, apple butter, cinnamon, ginger beer). Next door at The Seed, the tap list changes frequently, but you can always count on at least one saison among their locally sourced, thoughtfully crafted beers. At the time of publication, they’re serving a nitro oatmeal stout, For Warmth, can pour, which is perfect for a chilly coastal autumn evening. It’s not your typical brewery. There isn’t a flat screen or any sports memorabilia in the whole place. It feels more like a spa retreat than a taproom, a brewery for the distinguished, mature appreciator of beer, a brewery for real grown ups, such as yourself.  Dinner at Dock’s Oyster House We have long celebrated special occasions at Dock’s Oyster House, as you are well aware, if you’ve been following us for even a short time. You can revisit our prior blogs about Dock’s here and here , but tonight is all about giving you the best birthday dinner in Atlantic City. We recommend dining at about 7pm. It’s the peak dinner rush, but the bar and dining room will be full of ambient laughter and lively conversation amidst the bright voiced piano. Get started with a glass of Prosecco paired with a chilled seafood tower for two. The quantity, quality, and variety of seafood represented in the tower is a steal at just $41. The fried (plain, marinara, buffalo, or wasabi) and broiled (Rockefeller or champagne leek) oysters are another must-try. In the colder months, we round out the appetizer course with steamed clams in a mildly spicy tomato broth (save your bread for sopping up the extra), and share the bubbling and gooey crab meat au gratin for our entree. Keep your eye out for pumpkin cheese pie on special, or stick with the classic Joe’s cheese pie, otherwise.  Night Out at Angeloni’s Club Madrid After dinner, walk a block down Georgia Avenue to 2400 Arctic, home of Atlantic City’s newest hot spot: Angeloni’s Club Madrid . The attention to detail is mind-blowing: a horseshoe shaped bar ensconced in red neon, “eye in the sky” casino surveillance cameras repurposed as a decorative ceiling fixture, trippy bathrooms with landline telephones and wall tiles that surely cause auditory and visual hallucinations… and that’s just the cocktail lounge. The space could easily be a museum of 1980s and Atlantic City history, but cooler. The service is top tier. The cocktail program is elaborate and flawlessly executed. The bar is always high energy, but between 9 and 10pm, as dinner service slows, the cocktail lounge becomes the place to see and be seen. And that’s why you’re here: for a couple of post dinner cocktails. Here’s your  order: The innovative Girl Dinner, a dirty Alibi gin martini with blue cheese stuffed olives and a side of sour gummy worms, is a showstopper. As a newly minted quadragenarian, we’re sure you’ll not only appreciate a drink that comes with a snack, but also the kind that includes caffeine. Enter The Cavalieri, Club Madrid’s espresso martini sprinkled with maldon for a unique spin on a familiar favorite. While the wild cocktails get all the attention here, don’t sleep on the beer. The Seed brewed IPA cans exclusively for Angeloni’s, called Carry on Tradition, and the “bubbles” menu includes the “champagne of beers,” Miller High Life, served in 40 oz quantities in a vintage ice bucket and poured in a festive coupe. We’ll dedicate a future blog post to the dinner menu, but don’t hesitate to try it for yourself before then.  Casino Fun & Rest Try your luck in the casino before you head to your room. Feel free to get to bed early, sleep late, or both. After imbibing like you’re 15 or so years younger, you’ll need a little refresh. The rest of your trip will be lowkey and effortless, while still feeling special and celebratory.  Day 2: A Relaxed Start: Gilchrist Breakfast Today will be a more laidback and affordable Atlantic City 40th birthday option. Roll out of bed and up to Gilchrist Restaurant for brunch. The Hungry Man #2 combo never fails to bring us back to life with 2 eggs, 2 hotcakes (pro tip: opt for blueberry), choice of meat and home fries or grits. We also find that a good, old fashioned BLT will do the trick. Watch the boats sail through the marina and feel the sun on your face as you fuel up for a day of unique 40th birthday activities in Atlantic City. Hair of the Dog at Back Bay Ale House Across the parking lot, you’ll be transported 1,400 miles away to the carefree vibes of Key West, at Back Bay Ale House . At your age, you’re probably familiar with the concept of “hair of the dog,” and Back Bay has you covered. They are know for their Bason Masons, 16 or 32 oz mason jar cocktails. Enjoy their traditional Bloody Mary or get it spicy with St George’s green chili vodka. If savory drinks aren’t your thing, they have mimosa and aperol spritzes, in addition to more than 2 dozen other crafted concoctions. Afternoon Activities: Fun for All Tastes Your agenda for the day will depend on your interests. There is no shortage of fun to be had at any of these multitude of Atlantic City birthday party venues. From a round at North Beach Mini Golf (or their bike and surrey rentals) to a movie at the IMAX theater at Tropicana to an afternoon at one of the city’s many spas to live music or a DJ set at Anchor Rock Club, there is something for every taste and budget. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with the latest events and happenings in Atlantic City. There is a seemingly neverending schedule of festivals, including the AC Beer and Music Festival (March 29, 2025), North 2 Shore (June), Downbeach Seafood Festival (September), Witchcraft (October), and the AC Tattoo Expo (November), to name a few. Atlantic City is an underrated Christmas town, with the Irish Pub decked out from floor to ceiling in vintage decor, annual ugly sweater bar crawl, art markets, gingerbread village, holiday cocktail trails, and so much more. You’re sure to find the Atlantic City birthday activities that are just your style. Lunch at Pho Sydney When you’re feeling hungry again, it’s time to go to Pho Sydney for beef pho, particularly #14 pho tai nam, gan. This is the richest, most velvety broth in this city, and probably all the other cities, too. Complete your meal with a #1 goi cuon (rice paper filled with pork, shrimp, and vermicelli) served cold with peanut sauce for dipping and a Thai iced tea with milk. Foods with high water content, sodium, and carbs are the perfect antidote for a hangover. You can thank us later.  Cigar Lounge at Tennessee Avenue Tobacco Company Continue your relaxing evening with a stop at Tennessee Avenue Tobacco Company . The cigar lounge features countless options for all palates and experience levels, from the novice smoker to full blown aficionado. Enjoy coffee or espresso with your cigar and sink into the plush leather arm chairs. Watch a game on one of the flat screens or strike up a conversation with a new friend. The tobacconists at Tennessee Avenue are as knowledgeable as they are personable and will guide you through the best possible personalized experience. Some people compare cigar smoking to mediation, as it commands you to be present in the moment and savor the experience. We’d say take a deep breath and relax, but you’re not supposed to inhale.  Late-Night Snack at Tony’s Baltimore Grill Most of our nights in Atlantic City end the same way: with a late night stop at the legendary Tony’s Baltimore Gril l . An Atlantic City institution since 1927, Tony’s is about as nostalgic as it gets. Wood paneling, red naughahide booths, neon signs, dim lighting, and tabletop jukeboxes set the scene for a step back in time. You’ll find all the usual suspects: Coors, Miller, Bud, Michelob, Heineken, and some surprising items on the drink menu like the Atlantic City Wide (a shot of Fernet and a draft beer from The Seed). The food here is as solid as the ambiance. When you eat here as often as we do, you get ordering down to a science: fried shrimp platter with fries and slaw, meatball and onion pizza, and a roast beef sandwich. Your 40th birthday party in Atlantic City is a marathon, not a sprint. There are plenty of activities that don’t involve alcohol, while still feeling fun and festive. As you adjust to your new decade, you’ll find you enjoy and appreciate some scheduled rest and relaxation after you let loose.  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok for more Atlantic City tips and tricks, info on upcoming events, and a lot of fun. Feel free to send us an email or a DM if you need help planning your Atlantic City getaway. Don’t forget to visit on online merch shop or catch us vending our hand screen printed Atlantic City tshirts, hoodies, beanies, tote bags, and more! Our holiday vending schedule is below: Saturday, November 30 Tenn Ave Tinseltown Market 12pm-4pm outside Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall AND Small Biz Saturday Noetrope Night Market  6pm-10pm at Anchor Rock Club Saturday, December 14 Noyes Holiday Market and Gingerbread Village 12pm-5pm at Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University Sunday, December 15 Tenn Ave Tinseltown Market 12pm-4pm outside Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall Thank you for your support! We couldn’t do what we do without our wonderful community!

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