Chef San Yoon of Father’s Office opened his Southeast Asian eatery next to his famed burger joint, so loyal fans don’t need to travel for dishes such as shrimp toast, Chiang Mai noodles, and mussels with green chile, rempah, coconut, tapioca, Thai basil, and lime.

French chef Frederic Zahm (The Peninsula’s Pierrot Gourmet) whips up Parisian-flecked fare at this tiny spot: grilled cheese with honey butter; popcorn-topped beet salad; hearty leek, turkey, and potato bread pudding. Sip Dark Matter coffee or homemade eggnog while you sit.

This aptly named slice of seaboard sits on a man-made lagoon along the harbor, offering serene swimming in the calm waters of a lifeguard-protected haven. The four-acre marine park has swings and slides, sheltered picnic tables, and a clear view of sailboats silhouetted in the afternoon sun. Heaven.

The cupcake cafe chain has flavors like lemon topped with candied lemon ties, karat (that’s carrot) garnished with edible gold, and cappuccino crowned with cinnamon. Running late? Grab a prefilled Sweet Sixteen box and a handful of birthday candles from the counter. Or ask for delivery: Orders for custom concoctions are taken a few days in advance, while regular flavors are delivered the same day.

The cupcake cafe chain has flavors like lemon topped with candied lemon ties, karat (that’s carrot) garnished with edible gold, and cappuccino crowned with cinnamon. Running late? Grab a prefilled Sweet Sixteen box and a handful of birthday candles from the counter. Or ask for delivery: Orders for custom concoctions are taken a few days in advance, while regular flavors are delivered the same day.

The Upper West Side photo studio caters specifically to kids with a mix of fun costumes, great dance tunes, and talented photographers who give everything that perfect “I-wasn’t-even-trying” look. Pick from classic or modern family photographs, as well as birthday party packages.

Pinecrest’s lush gardens are home to a museum, a farmers market, and year-round music and art events.

Though the Santa Monica pier is the go-to destination for an old-fashioned carnival with older kiddos, just a half mile away you’ll find the tot-friendly plaza of your parental dreams. Locals know the Ocean Park playground presents two ocean-view toddler play areas, three swing sets, and access to the famed boardwalk bike path. Nearby restrooms and a snack bar are the icing on the melting cake.

For fall, the joint’s most popular pie besides basic cheese and pepperoni (snooze) is topped with cuts from a whole pumpkin roasted in house. Swap prosciutto for olives, zucchini, pepper, and spinach on the Zucha.

The fabled waves of this legendary shore have long conjured images of surf punks protecting their turf. The reality? All California kiddos are welcome at this Malibu beach. With swings, volleyball courts, and a rock-climbing wall tucked into the south end, this is one stretch of sand destined for a family day out.

The cupcake cafe chain has flavors like lemon topped with candied lemon ties, karat (that’s carrot) garnished with edible gold, and cappuccino crowned with cinnamon. Running late? Grab a prefilled Sweet Sixteen box and a handful of birthday candles from the counter. Or ask for delivery: Orders for custom concoctions are taken a few days in advance, while regular flavors are delivered the same day.

If your friends don’t already know what a class act you are, they will as soon as they set foot in the ritzy Grand Central enclave with a Prohibition-style Scotch menu, Kentucky Ginger cocktails, artisanal cheese plates, and roast beef sliders.

Traditional East End chippy serves all the classics (battered fish, mushy peas) as well as chicken, sausages and grilled fish from nearby Billingsgate market.

A well-appointed Upper East Side shop for fabric, stitching, and crafting supplies that also offers classes for beginners (basic sewing, headband making) and pros (quilting). Custom services are available, so take in that photo of Muffy you’ve been meaning to needlepoint.

The Italian/British all-day eatery in the Four Seasons Hotel serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Or find a cosy spot in one of the three lounges and enjoy Italian or English afternoon tea.

An old bank turned handsome new gastropub for beers, wines, and well mixed Prohibition-era cocktails. Come for the egg and cheese biscuits, short rib tater tots, and chocolate ganache dipped ice cream sandwiches, stay for shows (it’s the latest joing from the guys behind the Knitting Factory).