Because Mom and Dad deserve a boozy, frozen cocktail as much as anybody else (if not more)! It's officially the end of the week, and if you haven't yet, it's time to treat yourself by booking a sitter and heading to these bars/restaurants with your partner, s/o or some pals for a refreshing sip on something truly refreshing—and also awesome-looking.
While the kids are noshing away on some New York pizza and watching a flick from our roundup of the best kids' movies or family movies on Netflix, try out one of these truly Instagrammable picks. P.S.—if you have the kids in tow and simply want to grab a beer during the day, you might visit one of these kid-friendly bars instead.
#1 Shark Eye, Mother of Pearl (See image above!)
If you're dreaming of the beach (you know, minus the sharks), you might stop by island-vibe hotspot Mother of Pearl for a Shark Eye, a frosty curaçao and bourbon beverage served on ice in a porcelain shark head (complete with spilling "blood"). $16, motherofpearlnyc.com
#2 Frozen Dark & Stormy, Miss Lily's 7A Cafe
The authentic feel of this '80s Jamaican diner-inspired setup just makes Miss Lily's 100+ varieties of rum on offer taste even better. When you need a break from stuffing your face with Jerk Wings and Fish Tacos, sip on a Frozen Dark & Stormy made with Kelvin organic ginger slush, Blackwell and Goslings. $10, misslilys.com
Photograph: Paul Wagtouicz
#3 Blue Ice, Otto's Shrunken Head
Love blue Italian ice/blue raz ice pops? Love tiki bars? This drink is 100% for you. Enjoy all the magnificent kitsch at this casual spot while slurping on an adult version of your favorite frozen treat from childhood. $14–$20, ottosshrunkenhead.com
#4 Frosé All Day, Le District
We'll gladly hop on the frosé bandwagon to get our hands on this delicious cocktail, served both at the Beaubourg brasserie and Le Bar. As reported by Time Out New York, the cocktail contains Grey Goose Melon, Giffard crème de Peche, pressed lemon, Cointreau and Provencal Rosé. $15, ledistrict.com
Photograph: Courtesy Le District
#5 Sundowner, Sally Roots
A crowdpleaser for sure, Sally Roots' Sundowner offers tropical flavors that can't be beat: coconut cream, pineapple, guava, orange, lime and "all the rums"...sounds good to us! $9, sallyroots.com
For more delicious treats, try our make-at-home popsicle recipes, visit our favorite spots to get rainbow foods and grab sweets at our top spots for birthday cupcakes.