Father’s Day (June 21) is right around the corner, and Philadelphia-area restaurants, breweries and attractions are rolling out special menus, family-friendly events and unique gift experiences to help celebrate Dads and father figures.
On June 21, Dock Street Brewery will host a family-friendly Father’s Day barbecue in the afternoon with grilled hot dogs, signature Dock Street brews, and live sports on a wall-sized projector screen into the night. And for those still looking for a Father’s Day gift with a personal touch, Dock Street is also offering a brewmaster experience: The package includes the opportunity to work alongside the brewery’s award-winning team during a beer canning session, plus a case of Dock Street beer to take home.
2118 Washington Ave., dockstreetbeer.com
Urban Farmer Philadelphia will host a Father’s Day dinner on its front patio this Sunday, featuring a six-course, live-fire menu prepared on an Argentinian grill by Executive Chef Sonny Ingui. The experience will be offered for just one seating (5 to 7 p.m) and will showcase dishes like Charred Spanish Octopus, Lamb Shank Pappardelle, and Grass Run Prime NY Strip, with an optional Woodford Reserve cocktail and whiskey pairing available.
The $100-per-person dinner includes a custom-etched whiskey glass from Black Sheep Theory as a keepsake, and gift bags for all dads and father figures. A three-course children’s menu will also be available for guests under 12. Reservations are available through OpenTable.
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, urbanfarmersteakhouse.com
City Cruises Philadelphia is offering two ways to celebrate Father’s Day with a Signature Brunch Cruise and Signature Dinner Cruise along the Delaware River on June 21. The brunch sailing runs from noon to 2 p.m., and the dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m., and both cruises will feature chef-prepared buffet dining, games on the open-air decks, a live DJ, dancing, and a fully stocked cash bar. To mark the occasion, fathers will receive a complimentary beer or mocktail upon boarding, while brunch guests can also enjoy bottomless mimosas. Tickets ($137+) are available online.
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, cityexperiences.com
While here on Sunday, steak-loving dads and father figures can indulge in the new Ribeye a la Criolla, a 14-ounce boneless ribeye topped with Argentinian chimichurri compound butter, served alongside roasted garlic mashed potatoes and grilled broccolini finished with salsa criolla. For families looking to share, the Gaucho Platter for Two is also available and features a spread of skirt steak, lobster tail, jumbo shrimp, grilled citrus-marinated double chicken breast, and chorizo sausage, accompanied by chimichurri sauce and salsa criolla. The restaurant will also feature Father’s Day cocktail specials. Reservations are available via SevenRooms.
10 S 2nd St., cubalibrerestaurant.com
Gordon Ramsay Steak is offering a special three-course prix fixe dinner for the holiday. Priced at $110 per person, the menu on June 21 will feature signature bites like the venue’s Caesar Salad, Bone Marrow, a 16-ounce New York Strip, Chilean Sea Bass, and Bourbon Crème Brûlée. Guests can also purchase a personalized 750ml engraved bottle of Woodford Reserve for $60 plus tax while here. Reservations are available via OpenTable Experiences.
777 Harrah's Blvd, Atlantic City, caesars.com
For those in search of gifts, My Local Brew Works in Philadelphia is offering a unique Father’s Day present. The brewery’s signature Custom Craft Brewing Package gives father figures the opportunity to create a beer tailored entirely to their tastes.
The experience includes a personalized pre-brew consultation, a guided tour of Globe Dye Works and the brewery, an in-depth look at the brewing process—from hops and grain selection to yeast and aroma sampling—a catered lunch with beer tastings, and the chance to participate in key stages of the brew day. The experience concludes with a celebratory toast featuring My Local Brew Works beers and branded gifts for participants. Those interested in gifting the experience can contact the brewery directly (beer@mylocalbrewworks.com) for booking details. Pricing varies.
4500 Worth St., mylocalbrewworks.com
Asher’s is offering 10% off all Father’s Day orders. The brand offers locally made chocolates, chocolate-covered pretzels, assorted boxes, gift packages and even sugar-free options. Orders can be placed online.
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