Dad...here's to you on Father's Day
Stumped on what to do for Dad on Father's Day? Read on to find out about where to take him for a meal or other fun outing around So FL...
Whizz around the Go-Kart track at Xtreme Action Park in Fort Lauderdale for free on Father's Day. Enjoy one free pro race session, one-day race license and a head sock (so Dad feels like a true race car driver!). Click on the link to find all the deets on this offer. 5300 Powerline Rd., Ft. Lauderdale, 954.491.6265.
Dad can get pampered and enjoy a nice meal at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood. Treat him to lunch at Point Royal, Chef Geoffrey Zakarian's restaurant there, perhaps some time at the spa or dinner at Diplomat Prime where the Wagyu foie gras burger pairs perfectly with a nice Rodney Strong Cab wine. Check out all the details by clicking on the link. 3555 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, 954.602.6000
The Rusty Pelican's always a nice place for special occasions. Take Dad to the restaurant that's still got one of the best views. The brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. has everything he'll love at $79 for adults and $35 for kids. Click on the link for full details. 3201 Rickenbacker Cswy., Key Biscayne, 305.361.3818
Head to Downtown Miami for a BBQ brunch at the lovely Toro Toro in the InterContinental Miami. Dad can feast on BBQ Chipotle ribs, whole prime rib and roast pork and plenty of sides for $75 with unlimited mimosas or a Bloody Mary bar. Dine with another Dad and the price drops to $37.50. Click link for full details. 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, 305.372.4710
Nautilus by Arlo is where you can go for brunch on beach, a buffet specially prepared by the chef, bottomless Rosé. and live music, all for $45 ($65 with the bottomless Rosé.) He's going to love the view and atmosphere as much as the food. Click on the link for full details. 1825 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305.503.5700
American Social in Brickell along the Miami River is where you want to go if Dad likes burgers, wings and beer all served up in this elevated sports bar. Plus, Dad will get a complimentary raffle ticket for a chance to win a foursome round of golf and tickets to a Miami Dolphins game. Brunch is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 690 SW 1 Ct., Miami, 305.223.7004
Brimstone Woodfire Grill in either Doral at CityPlace or Pembroke Pines, is serving up dishes like bacon-wrapped scallops, surf and turf, skirt steak & eggs and 16 oz. NY strip, to name a few. Dads can also enjoy brews at half price all day long. 8300 NW 36 St., Doral, 786.837.8960 or 14575 SW 5 St., Pembroke Pines, 954.430.2333
All locations of Tap 42 are offering Dads a free beer while they enjoy brunch favorites like chicken & waffles or the Prohibition burger. Click on the link to find the best location for you. Those locations include Aventura, Coral Gables, Midtown Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Boca Raton.
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery in the Atlantic Hotel & Spa is serving up a tasty Father's Day Brunch for $49.95. It includes a variety of barbecue meats, unlimited small plates, breakfast items like an omelet bar, French toast and pancakes, along with a salad bar and pasta station. Click on the link for full details, including kids pricing. 601 Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954.567.8020
Put a twist on Father's Day and shower him with chocolates (Dads can have a sweet tooth too right?) at Hoffman's Chocolates. They've got an assortment of specialty items including milk and dark chocolate classics for $14.95 and $29.95. There are plenty of other specials, click on the link to find them all as well as their locations in Weston, Plantation and Fort Lauderdale.
Take Dad out for a cultural outing and grab lunch too at Verde at PAMM (Pérez Art Museum Miami). Sit on the patio at Verde where the view of the cruise ships and the Causeway will compete for his attention with brunch items like steak & eggs and beer-battered lobster bites plus rum flights. Menu items are a la carte. Click on the link for full details. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786.345.5697
At the new Stefano Versace Bistro in Brickell Dads receive complimentary cheese fries and a cold brew with their meal. Try this new spot where gelato is a great choice for dessert given it's they also make plenty of it! 1300 Brickell Bay Dr., 954.639.7464.
Shooters Waterfront in Fort Lauderdale has a brunch buffet Dad will like with BBQ ribs and beer-broiled bratwurst, both of which will pair well with the $4 Shooters Ale from Biscayne Bay Brewing. There's also the traditional eggs benedict if Dad prefers those. Click on the link for details on all brunch items $46 for adults and $22 for kids 12 and under. 3033 NE 32 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954.566.2855
There's plenty going on at Malibu Farm Miami Beach at the Eden Roc Hotel, where you can choose between a pizza making class at 4 p.m. and that will go great with the special bucket of beers from Biscayne Bay Brewing featuring their most popular beers. Click on the link for prices and full details. 4525 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305.674.5579
Does Dad like Asian food? Then take him to Tanuki where the dim sum is amazing and there are plenty of other great Pan-Asian brunch menu items. He'll love being greeted with a complimentary Sapporo beer. Click on the link for full brunch details. 1080 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, 305.615.1055
Jaguar in Coconut Grove is the place to take Dad if he's a meat lover. The 16 oz. Sirloin steak and specialty bottle of wine for $39 is a wonderful deal and great way to tell Dad you appreciate all he's done for you. 3067 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, 305.444.0216
