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FATHER’S DAY ROUNDUP 2023

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/9/23

ATLANTA CHEFS SHINE THE SPOTLIGHT ON DAD WITH EXTRAORDINARY MENUS FOR FATHER’S DAY

Families are Invited to Treat Dad to Delicious Meals and Fun Activities on June 18

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18, and Atlanta restaurants are celebrating in style with an array of irresistible specials curated exclusively for this special occasion. From mouthwatering brunches and Champagne to succulent seafood dishes bursting with flavors from the sea, Father’s Day specials will delight even the most discerning palate.

Downtown

  • Ray’s in the City is the place to be for those celebrating Father’s Day downtown. The restaurant will be open 12-9 p.m., serving its regular dinner menu all day boasting fresh seafood including made-to-order sushi and fresh oysters from the oyster bar. Ray’s will be handing out cigars to all dads and granddads who visit on Father’s Day, and a Ray’s Restaurants gift card is always the perfect fit. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Midtown/West Midtown

  • Livingston Restaurant & Bar, in The Georgian Terrace Hotel, is hosting a Big Green Egg cookout on the terrace for Father’s Day where dad is invited to help tend to the Big Green Egg or let the chef prepare the meal tableside. The menu boasts a choice of appetizer (blue cheese wedge salad, shrimp cocktail or burrata salad); a pre-ordered choice of protein (40-ounce Angus porterhouse for $250, 22-ounce bone-in ribeye for $225, 24-ounce tomahawk pork chop for $175 or 14-ounce ahi tuna for $160); family-style sides (grilled asparagus, loaded baked potato and forest mushrooms) and sharable desserts. Prices are per couple (excluding 24% service charge and tax), and children’s meals are available for $15 (hot dog, hamburger, or chicken fingers). The festivities run 3:30-7:30 p.m. and include live entertainment, a cigar gift for dad, four beers and complimentary two-hour self-parking. Make reservations via OpenTable.
  • Father’s Day and International Sushi Day collide on June 18. Chef Leonard Yu invites guests to his intimate Westside sushi restaurant Omakase Table to experience a revered dining experience using the freshest ingredients that he meticulously prepares. Omakase Table is located at located at 788 W. Marietta St. NW; reservations can be made online.
  • Dad can get in the game at Your 3rd Spot on Father’s Day from 12-10:30 p.m. Families can celebrate the man of the day and make memories with a fun gaming experience, world-class food and incredible vibes. Located in The Works on Atlanta’s Upper Westside, Your 3rd Spot is the world’s first and only upscale, tech-infused bowling, arcade, darts, curling and more experience with five-star food and drinks. For Father’s Day, guests will enjoy a high-energy atmosphere, a special Father’s Day playlist, complimentary beer and the 3-fixe menu for groups of five or more guests. Book experiences online.

Sandy Springs

  • Ray’s on the River will be open during its regular hours of 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on Father’s Day, serving its award-winning dinner menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood and fine wines all day. Ray’s will be handing out cigars to all dads and granddads who visit on Father’s Day, and a Ray’s Restaurants gift card is always the perfect gift. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Alpharetta/Crabapple

  • Cattleshed Wine & Steak Bar invites all dads for brunch on Father’s Day and to celebrate, the eatery is offering $29 bottles of Champagne that come with a carafe of orange juice. Among chef Olivia Hurst’s brunch offerings are crab cake Benedict, fried chicken and biscuits and the wagyu breakfast burger. The Alpharetta eatery accepts reservations online.
  • Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails’ helps families treat the special dads in their lives to a great meal on Father’s Day. The Crabapple eatery will be open from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. featuring a specially crafted three-course prix fixe menu priced at $55 for adults and $27.50 for children (price does not include tax or gratuity). Milton’s regular menu will not be offered on Father’s Day. Reservations can be made online.
  • Ray’s at Killer Creek will be open regular hours on Father’s Day, serving its award-winning Sunday brunch and dinner menus. Ray’s will be handing out cigars to all dads and granddads who visit on Father’s Day, and a Ray’s Restaurants gift card is always a winning Father’s Day gift. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Multiple Locations

  • All HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern locations—Brookhaven, Perimeter, Atlantic Station, and Halcyon in Alpharetta—invite families to celebrate dad and start the day with brunch. Menu highlights include the Million Dollar omelet, apple pie French toast and Low Country shrimp and grits. The Brookhaven and Perimeter locations also will be offering mimosa carafes for $19.95 and for $17.95 at the Halcyon and Atlantic Station locations. Reservations can be made online.

Jim ‘N Nick’s

With items such as their famous loaded mac & cheese, 14-hour smoked brisket and hot cheese biscuits, skip the grill and let Jim ‘N Nick’s keep Dad happy this upcoming holiday!

Sun., June 18, Brunch: 10am-2pm, Dinner: 5-9pm – Father’s Day at Lapeer Steak & Seafood

Guests can elevate their dining experience this Father’s Day with a special prix-fixe brunch menu or Lapeer’s regular dinner menu in the evening. The Father’s Day brunch menu is subject to change and will be $59 per adult and $30 per child (under 12 years old). Reservations can be made here.

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Sun., June 18 – Father’s Day Special: The Big Billy-Mac

Hampton + Hudson is known for their weekly creative takes on burgers, deemed the Billy Burger, and for Father’s Day, they’re celebrating in a big way with The Big Billy-Mac and a complimentary Creature Comforts beer for dads. Featuring two four-ounce patties, the burger is stacked between three layers of toasted seeded burger buns and includes Billy sauce, lettuce, American cheese, pickles and diced yellow onion, plus a side of fries.

Sun., June 18, 11am-3pm – Father’s Day Brunch at The Americano

Guests are invited to a special Father’s Day celebration at Atlanta’s Italian Steakhouse, The Americano, helmed by celebrity chef Scott Conant. Guests can enjoy a special welcome Aperol Spritz in Dad’s honor along with live music. The restaurant will serve its Sunday brunch menu, featuring house-made favorites including Steak & Eggs, Wagyu Beef Cheek Hash, Pasta al Pomodoro, a tableside Bloody Mary Cart, and much more. Reservations can be made here. 

Sun., June 18, noon-4pm – Lazy Betty’s Father’s Day Cookout

Usually open for dinner only, the Candler Park restaurant is throwing a cookout Lazy Betty style. Chef will grill Wagyu hamburgers, hotdogs and tomahawks, and sides will include French fries, onion rings, balsamic grilled asparagus and potato salad. Tickets are $135 for adults and $35 for kids 10 and under.

  • Wagyu Burger with American cheese, brioche, million island dressing & grilled vidalia onion
  • Grilled Wagyu Flank Steak Skewers with chimichurri
  • Patak Haute Dawg with homemade mustard, potato bun & vidalia onion
  • Wagyu Tomahawk with horseradish cream & demi
  • Carving Station with pimento cheese, patak bacon, chives & green tomato relish

Sun., June 18, noon – Fathers Day Jazz Brunch Featuring The “Brooke Alford” Album Release at City WineryGuests are invited to enjoy a brunch buffet at City Winery Atlanta while taking in a jazz performance to celebrate fathers. Brooke Alford’s body of work encompasses a fresh and creative blend of Smooth Jazz, R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Western European Classical, and more. Tickets can be purchased here for $25-35.

FATHER’S DAY ROUND UP 2021

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/14/21

Specials and where to celebrate Father’s Day this year!

Toast to Dads With a Free Pint at TWO urban licks on Father’s Day:  
This Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20th, 2021, it’s not hard to put two and two together to know where to raise a glass to dads everywhere.  Offering brunch and dinner for the occasion, since TWO options are better than one, all dads are invited to enjoy a complimentary pint of cold beer with the purchase of an entree.  Boasting a 26-foot wine on tap barrel wall, lively atmosphere, wood-fired cuisine and expansive patio on the Atlanta BeltLine, this iconic dining destination is just the place to celebrate Father’s Day. The popular brunch and lunch menu, created by Executive Chef Matt Weinstein, is available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features classic and signature offerings from their Fried Chicken Biscuit, French Toast and Fritta to the Empanada, Burger, and Brisket. Guests can also enjoy dinner from 4 to 9 p.m. with go-to favorites including the acclaimed Salmon Chips, Smoked Prime Ribs, Rotisserie Chicken, 16oz. Prime Rib, Blackened Salmon and more.  TWO urban licks is located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit  twourbanlicks.com.
Show Dad He’s the Rarest of Them All at STK Atlanta:  
As the old cliché says, the best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. If that’s true, this Father’s Day, STK Atlanta has the recipe to make every dad fall head over heels. Whether it’s indulging in signature classics for brunch a taking advantage of a Wagyu & Whiskey dinner menu, the Midtown hotspot is pulling out all the stops to make sure this Father’s Day is the best one yet. At dinner, dive into a mouthwatering Wagyu special from the National Steakhouse Month menu that includes Wagyu Beef Tartare and Caviar, Korean Style Short Rib, Zingy Rubbed Skirt steak, and more and pair it with STK’s Not Your Daddy’s Old Fashioned. For early risers, brunch will begin at 10 a.m. with chef-driven favorites and specials, including the Wagyu Beef Skirt Tostada and Wagyu Burger and fries, and bottomless mimosas.  Guaranteeing to start or end his big day with a bang, STK will help show each dad that he is the RAREST of them all. To make a reservation or for more information, visit www.stksteakhouse.com.
Make Father’s Day Un-Fore-Gettable at Puttshack: 
On Sunday, June 20th, treat Dad to his ideal activity, hitting a hole in one! Any king of the green will enjoy a day or evening at Puttshack, the newest tech-infused mini golf spot in Atlanta and first in the US. Located at The Interlock in West Midtown, this 25,000-square foot venue is the complete Father’s Day experience and ideal activity for the entire family.  With competitive mini-golf courses, creative cocktails, and a wide variety of decadent dishes, Puttshack is sure to be a Father’s Day he can’t “fore-get”.  Puttshack is located at 1115 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318.  For more information visit www.puttshack.com.
If You Think Dad is Cooking on Father’s Day, You Must be Nuts; Dantanna’s Has You Covered: 
If Dad needs a day off from grilling out this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20, 2021, head to Dantanna’s for a special menu created by Executive Chef Brad Parker.  A dad and veteran chef, Parker’s theme this year is, “If You Think Dad is Cooking on Father’s Day, You Must be Nuts”.  In addition to Dantanna’s full lunch and dinner menus, the specialty Father’s Day menu features Curry Cashew Mussels – Maine whitewater mussels, shallots, garlic, curry, coconut milk, cashews and cilantro; Pecan Crusted Trout – local trout pecan-panko crust, peach butter, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and green beans; Pine Nut Pesto Scallops – seared jumbo scallops, pine nut-basil pesto, sautéed mushrooms and Brussels sprouts; and Dantanna’s Bananas – bananas in brown sugar rum sauce, macadamia nut muffin and vanilla ice cream.  For dads that love to grill and don’t want to leave the comfortable confines of the backyard, Dantanna’s Butcher Market Baskets are an ideal gift.  Served ready to cook at home for 2, 4, 6 and 8, steak lovers can choose from The Lean and Mean Basket, The “Man I Love Meat” Basket or The New Yorker Basket, filled with mouthwatering 60-day aged prime cuts and delectable sides including the #1 Loaded Jumbo Baker Potato, fresh salads, and Chocolate Bourbon Pie. Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326.  For more  information or to make a reservation, visit  www.dantannas.com  or call  404.760.8873 for Dantanna’s Buckhead.
Give the Gift of Relaxation at Utopia Foot & Shoulder Massage for Father’s Day:
If Father’s Day calls for the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation, Utopia Foot & Shoulder Massage is an ideal and affordable intown escape for all dads.  Located in Grant Park, Utopia has become known for its calming environment, unparalleled service and ability to melt away stress.  From available from Friday, June 18th to Sunday, June 20th., Utopia is offering a Father’s Day Package for $70 that includes a 60-minute foot and shoulder massage, 15-minute scalp massage, foot detox salt and Mary’s essential oils.     Book online at https://utopiaatlanta.com/book-now/. Gift cards are also available for purchase.  Located at 465 Boulevard SE Suite 106A, Utopia Foot & Shoulder Massage is easily accessible for residents of Grant Park, Ormewood Park, Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, Glenwood Park, East Atlanta and more. For more information, visit https://utopiaatlanta.com.

Sun., June 20 – “Flight of Dads for Dad’s Day” at Second Self Beer Co.

To celebrate beer-loving dads around town, Second Self is offering a “Flight of Dads for Dad’s Day” special featuring three variations of their pastry stout Dad series:



  • Stepdad Made Breakfast – an imperial stout with coffee, oats, blueberries and maple syrup


  • Grandad Made Breakfast – an imperial stout with coffee and oats aged in bourbon barrels for 20 months


Available as a flight for $10, this special will be available only on Father’s Day at the Westside brewery. The beers can also be purchased individually throughout the weekend and following week surrounding the holiday.


Sun., June 20 – “Tie One On” Father’s Day Event at Hampton + Hudson

Dads can head to Hampton + Hudson as early as 10am on Sunday for brunch, served until 2:30pm. At 2pm, the Atlanta United game against Philadelphia will be played throughout the restaurant with sound. Drink specials offered all day will include $3 Monday Night brews and $5 Elijah Craig Old Fashioneds. Plus, the first 25 Dads in the door will receive a Monday Night Brewing tie, Elijah Craig socks and other swag.


Father’s Day food specials will include a Double Decker Smash Burger with bacon and onion rings and a Bone-In Ribeye with bone marrow butter and Belgian fries.


Sun., June 20 – Drink Specials for Dad at Nina & Rafi

On Father’s Day, Dads dining at Nina & Rafi can enjoy $5 Creature Comforts Classic City Lager (4.2% ABV) and house Fernet all day long.

Sun., June 20 – Father’s Day Bourbon Brunch at The Southern Gentleman

Treat dad to The Southern Gentleman’s annual Father’s Day Bourbon Brunch at Buckhead Village. They’ll be serving their classic Sunday brunch menu along with can’t-miss chef features like Smoked Duck Wings and Skirt Steak & Eggs. They’ll also have an ASW Distillery whiskey education, tasting area and flight specials for dads to enjoy all day! Reservations are available here.

Sun., June 20, Beginning at Noon – Father’s Day Brunch at Gypsy Kitchen

Father’s Day at Gypsy Kitchen will be a celebration of travel, culinary curiosity and joyful connections made over a terrific meal. Starting at noon on Father’s Day, Gypsy Kitchen will offer their classic menu with chef specials like a Roasted Chicken & Chorizo Paella, Grilled New York Steak & Short Rib and a Chocolate Torte with coffee & cocoa nib praline with blood orange drizzle. Reservations are available here.

Available Until June 30 – Cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake

 

  • Father’s Day Dozen (left) – Indulge dad’s sweet tooth with gourmet cupcakes! A collection of 12 different flavors like Salted Caramel, ‘DAD’ Chocolate and Light Blue Buttercream, Coffee Toffee, Red Velvet with ‘Happy Father’s Day’ fondant, Peanut Butter Banana Fudge and more. Available June 1-June 30 for pick-up, delivery or nationwide overnight shipping. $38/Dozen.

 

  • BEST DAD EVER Dozen (right) – Show how appreciated dad is with this collection that includes flavors like Lava Fudge, Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake, Cookies & Crème Birthday Fudge, Double Milk Chocolate Birthday, Vanilla Confetti & Purple Buttercream and more, each decorated with rainbow ‘BEST DAD EVER’ fondant discs. Available June 1-June 30 for pick-up, delivery or nationwide overnight shipping. $38/Dozen.