This Father’s Day, guests can treat Dad to a free comedy show at aliveOne while sipping $4 old styles and $5 shots of Evan Williams. aliveOne also offers free pool and a half-price happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests can laugh along with Living Room Sessions, a weekly comedy open mic that invites amateur comedians to take a shot at the stage. Sign up starts at 5:30 p.m. Following Living Room Sessions, CRUSHES comedy kicks off at 8:30 p.m. featuring a stand up showcase with Chicago comics.
Bartoli's Pizzeria
This Father’s Day, Chicagoans can treat dad to Bartoli’s original deep dish and tavern-style pies. All customers will receive a complimentary order of small Buffalo Wings for Dad with the mention of “Father’s Day” when they place an order of $30 or more. Dad will be provided eight large wings with a choice of mild, spicy, or barbecue sauce served with celery and blue cheese or ranch dipping sauce.
B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House
In celebration of Father’s Day and International Sushi Day this June, B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House in Geneva will offer all Dads a free draft beer on Sunday, June 18 with the purchase of any sushi roll or burger. Limit one beer per dad.
Cody's Public House
Cody’s in Lakeview West will host a U.S. Open watch party on Sunday, June 18 beginning at 11 a.m. for Father’s Day. The event will feature a Proper 12 sampling and giveaway along with a raffle for a golf bag at 2 p.m. Drink specials will include $4 Sam Adams Summer Pints, $5 Proper 12, $5 Bushmills and $20 Truly Buckets.
Beginning at 11 a.m., guests are invited to “Bring-Your-Own-Meat” (BYOM) and use the grill in Cody’s beer garden to cook up their game day favorites. Cody’s beer garden is dog-friendly and features TVs, darts and bean bags.
H&C Pour House
Chicagoans can treat Dad to happy hour at H&C Pour House this Father’s Day weekend weekend. Available on Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., happy hour specials include $6 house mules, $7 well cocktails, $6 teeny martinis, $5 select drafts, $3 Malort, $4 Jameson, and $5 house made apple pie shots. A selection of bar bites are also included in happy hour like $5 fries, $6 curds and $7 mac & cheese.
Sweet Mandy B's
In celebration of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18, Sweet Mandy B’s in Lincoln Park and Streeterville, will feature specialty menu items including golf themed and necktie cut-out cookies, a 6-pack of cupcakes topped with necktie sugar (3 yellow and 3 chocolate with vanilla buttercream), Mustache Cakes and more. The treats will be available from Friday, June 16 through Sunday, June 18.
The Graystone Tavern
Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will host a weekend watch party for the 2023 U.S. Open starting Thursday, June 15 and culminating with a golf bag giveaway on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18. The golf championship will be shown on 16 TVs with sound on throughout Graystone including six TVs in the weatherproofed outdoor beer garden. Guests will receive free raffle tickets daily for prizes including golf bags, golf balls, golf swag, Windy City Smokeout tickets and more.
Golf-themed cocktails for $9 to $10 each will include the John Daly with Tito's Handmade Vodka, lemonade and iced tea, the Tito's Transfusion with Tito's Handmade Vodka and Owen's Barstool Transfusion Mix, Ranch Water with Maestro Dobel Diamante Tequila, Topo Chico, and lime juice, and the Mulligan Mule with Proper 12 Irish Apple, cranberry juice, lime juice, and ginger beer.
Photo courtesy of Rose Creative for H&C Pour House
Oaken Bistro + Bar
On Sunday, June 18, Oaken Bistro + Bar will be offering a special alongside a complimentary rotating draft beer of choice for dad. Oaken Bistro + Bar will be offering these specials all day on Father’s Day. Executive Chef Christian Alejandro is serving up a Charred Ribeye Steak special for $55, complete with chipotle compound butter, ribeye steak, a twice baked potato, and grilled asparagus and paired with a draft beer of choice.
Photo courtesy of Oaken Bistro + Bar
The Dearborn
For both brunch and dinner service on Sunday, June 18, The Dearborn will be offering plates for all barbecue-loving dads in Chicagoland. On the special menu will be Chef’s signature Smoked BBQ Platter, served with Smoked Airline Chicken, Smoked Bison Ribs and Slow cooked Bourbon Pulled Pork. Also accompanied by 3 sides, Coleslaw, Jalapeño Cornbread and Baked Beans. Additionally, they will be offering a Smoked BBQ Entree offering the diner of 1 choice of protein, Smoked Bison Ribs, Smoked Airline Chicken or Slow cooked Bourbon Pulled Pork served alongside with your choice of 2 sides, coleslaw, Jalapeño Cornbread or Baked Beans. Reservations can be made on OpenTable
Soul & Smoke
This weekend, Soul & Smoke is offering the Father’s Day Bundle, consisting of a bottle of Chef’s Signature BBQ Sauce, the OG Spice Rub, and Soul & Smoke’s “all butts deserve a good rub” tshirt. Order yours at Soul & Smoke’s Tock link here.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Stan's is bringing back the Maple Bacon Long John, available this Saturday and Sunday only, this savory treat is for the bacon-lovers to enjoy all weekend long. Stop by one of Stan’s 16 locations and order yours today.
Offshore Rooftop
This Father’s Day, Offshore is offering a dad-inspired special menu complete with classic cocktails and meat-friendly plates. In addition to their traditional menu, on June 18, Offshore will be offering $15 Old Fashioneds that pair with a specialty smokin’ BBQ menu.
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
This Father’s Day, FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar will be offering special menu items including Summer Caprese Salad, Harissa Ahi Tuna Tostada, 14 oz. New York Strip Steak, and Grilled Skirt Steak. End the meal on a sweet note with a special Double Chocolate Cake with Seasonal Berries. These holiday offerings will be available on Sunday, June 18.
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
For Father’s Day dinner, the restaurant will be offering a special 30 day Dry Aged Porterhouse served with King Trumpet Mushrooms in a black garlic truffle butter sauce. A special dessert offerings include a slice of the restaurant’s 23-layer Cake.
Offshore Rooftop
This Father’s Day, Offshore is offering a dad-inspired special menu complete with classic cocktails and meat-friendly plates. In addition to their traditional menu, on June 18, Offshore will be offering $15 Old Fashioneds that pair perfectly with a specialty smokin’ BBQ menu – Glazed Shrimp Skewers, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Prime Rib w/ Au Jus.
Vol. 39
In partnership with Pernod Ricard USA, Vol. 39 is celebrating Dad with “Flights + Bites'' on Saturday June 17 from 4 - 6 PM. The bar will serve a prix-fixe menu that pairs crafted cocktails from Pernod Ricard’s prestige “Aged to Perfection” whiskey collection along with reimagined classic fares. Guests will receive a party favor inspired by Dad’s favorite things, including premium leather coasters, valet trays, matchbooks, and more. Can’t make it to “Flights + Bites” on Saturday? Vol. 39 will offer a limited-time whiskey flight ($25), featuring 1 oz pours of Red Breast 12, Aberlour 12, and Glenlivet 14, from June 12 - 17 so Dad won’t miss out. Tickets for “Flight + Bites” can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Chicago Burger Company
Chicago Burger Company, is hosting a backyard BBQ-esque celebration Saturday, June 17 between 1 - 3 PM for burger samplings, select bourbon and brews, live music and large format games for entertainment.
Photo courtesy of Chicago Burger Company
Tanta
Tanta offers their exclusive menu special, "El Abuelo" ($225). The 8-10 lbs braised beef shank, also known as "Thor's Hammer," accompanied by sides including tacu tacu, smoked mashed potatoes, tantita salad, and criolla.
Ina Mae Tavern
Celebrating Father’s Day and Juneteenth on Sunday, June 18th at Wicker Park’s Ina Mae Tavern (1415 N. Wood St) with Chef Brian Jupiter’s NOLA-inspired dishes as well as brews brought to you by Chicago’s locally black-owned start-up brewery, Funkytown Brewery.
In addition to Ina Mae’s full brunch and dinner menu being offered with selections ranging from shrimp & grits and po’ boys to chicken or seafood platters, guests will be able to sip on $10 old fashioneds and $7 Funkytown Brewery beers. Live music will also be happening between 12-3pm.
Lottie's Pub
On Sunday, June 18th, Lottie’s Pub (1925 W. Cortland St) will be offering food and drink specials including $4 Michelob Ultra, $7 Ketel One John Daly, $10 Bulleit Old Fashioned, $12 Guinness & Bulleit shot, and $10 Big Poppa Burger (bacon, cheddar, grilled onion, & BBQ sauce). With the U.S. Open streaming at 11am, guests will also have a chance to test out their golf skills at Michelob Ultra’s putting green (2-4pm), with prizes including a golf bag, $200 in Golden Tee gift cards, and other golf merchandise.
Mordecai
This Father’s Day, a Vintage Billy Sunday Old Fashioned and special bottle pairing of Mordecai’s Three Barrel Blend #1 and Three Barrel Blend #2 at Mordecai (3632 N. Clark St.). Its back bar features a collection of spirits, leading to a selection of vintage (& contemporary) cocktails. Mordecai’s menu showcases a blend of traditional American classics and reimagined favorites, with a particular focus by Chef Matthias Merges on sourcing fresh, local ingredients.
Vintage Billy Sunday Old Fashioned - $28
Made with a bottle of original recipe Zucca Rababaro that Billy Sunday used back in 2012 to change the paradigm for Old Fashioneds. After being discontinued for a short time, Zucca got a revamped recipe in 2016 with a higher ABV. Now you get the chance to go back in time and try the original recipe complete with a discontinued bourbon, Charter 101, made at Buffalo Trace distillery before it became one of the labels that fell casualty to the bourbon boom.
Bottle Pair: Mordecai Three Barrel Blend #1 and Three Barrel Blend #2 - $125
Lady May
On Friday, June 16th and Saturday, June 17th at River North newcomer Lady May (405 N. Wabash Ave.). Raise a toast to the father figure in your life with their $10 Old Fashioneds and Manhattans while selecting from Lady May’s coastal Southern bites, such as their Cast Iron Fried Chicken, Pork Chop, Cookout Burger, Hanger Steak, and more.
Photo courtesy of Ina Mae Tavern
The Board Room by My Char.CUTE.rie
Served from 4 pm to 9 pm, Sunday, June 18, the globally inspired Father’s Day a la carte menu includes The Board Room’s options, such as: Lollipop Amish Chicken Wings, Korean Beef Crispy Tacos, Pork Belly Bao Buns, Wagyu New York Steak, Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad, Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Caprese, and a variety of flatbreads, charcuterie, and desserts.
The Father’s Day dinner menu also includes two specials: Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Two Ways Baked Potato, Roasted Vegetables and Demi Glaze for $28; and a Double Stack Smash Burger Topped with Crispy Pork Belly and Taleggio Cheese, served with French fries for $19. The “Old Man Fashioned” Father’s Day cocktail will also be served for $16.
The Board Room is also open for Father’s Day brunch from 10 am to 3 pm, serving it’s a la carte menu including: TBR Signature Chilaquiles, Steak & Eggs, Orange Chicken & Churro, and a variety of sandwiches, flatbreads and charcuterie. A special “The Big Guy’s Bloody” will be served for Father’s Day featuring the traditional brunch beverage topped with charcuterie for $28.
Photo courtesy of The Board Room by My Char.CUTE.rie
Adalina
Adalina is hosting a Father's Day Brunch on Sunday, June 18 from 10am-3pm featuring:
A Bottomless Waffle Bar and Bloody Mary Bar
Waffle Bar is $20/person and Bloody Mary is $30/person or both for $45
A limited number of dads who dine for brunch will also receive a gift bag: Adalina steak sauce, White Sox tickets, pocket squares, cigars, Adalina coffee, gift cards and more.
Adalina will also host a Dinner for Dad Special for $75 on Sunday, June 18 including:
24oz Bone in aged balsamic Ribeye with parmesan fries
Pilot Project is offering a special gift package to purchase for dads. The Father's Day Gift Package includes Two-Month Brew of the Month Club + Teku Glass + Hat = $115 + tax.
Arbella
Father's Day specialty cocktails will be available on Friday, June 16 & Saturday, June 17:
Dad's Agreement (Rye Whiskey, Gran Classico Amaro, Cynar, Cardamom Bitters)
Dad Bod (Miller Lite + shot of whiskey)
Alamo Drafthouse
Alamo Drafthouse Chicago is hosting a viewing of the movie The Birdcage paired with a special brunch.
Guests can order from the brunch menu, including the breakfast club, blueberry donut French toast bake, or breakfast tacos – and pair with a brunch cocktail classic like Desert Spring Water or the Coming Up Rosé Fizz. Each is available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
For those looking to give dad the gift of movies, guests will get a Free $10 Snack Pass with every $50+ gift card purchase.
Gaijin
Dads who dine in their Cubs or Sox gear on Saturday, 6.17 or Sunday, 6.18 will receive a complimentary Cubby-Kuma or Southpaw Kakigori dessert:
Cubby-Kuma: cracker jack ice cream, birthday cake syrup, red velvet cookies, chocolate coffee beans ($17)
Southpaw: mint chip ice cream, frosted mint syrup, "oreo" sandwich cookie crumble, chocolate coffee beans + cocoa Sox cookie cap ($17)
Photo courtesy of Mistry Nguyen for Arbella
ABERFELDY Father's Day Golden Hour atKerryman Irish Bar, Wilde Bar & Restaurant, and LG’s Bar & Kitchen
ABERFELDY is offering dads a tasting of whisky and whisky cocktails at bars and restaurants around Chicago.
At Kerryman Irish Bar, Wilde Bar & Restaurant, and LG’s Bar & Kitchen, where for $25 you can secure a tasting for two. The evening includes a special tasting of whiskies, including the newly released ABERFELDY 15 Year Old Limited Edition Finished in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon wine casks, and a whisky cocktail. Reservations can be found on the Tock website, as well as the list of participating locations.
Photo courtesy of ABERFELDY
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House has locations in Wheeling, Schaumburg and Vernon Hills and over 90 craft beers on tap. City Works’ Rock N’ Roll brunch menu includes:
Jon Bun Jovi — Warm jumbo cinnamon roll with vanilla icing
Johnny Hash — Hand-pulled, hardwood-smoked pulled pork shoulder with red and green bell peppers, onions, butternut squash, potatoes, jalapeño salsa verde and sunny-side-up eggs
The Boss — eight-ounce top sirloin steak with eggs any style and cheesy potato casserole
City Works’ brunch is served each Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Old Town Pour House
For Father's Day this year, Old Town Pour House (Oak Brook, Naperville) will be offering their "Great for Groups" menu. The group menu serves 4-6 people and features a selection of dishes including pretzel bites, salads, tacos, and more.
Truth Be Told
Available on Father's Day this year Truth Be Told, will be serving their Sunday Roast made with prime rib, Yorkshire pudding or popover, roasted root vegetables, oven roasted potatoes, gravy, watercress salad, and horseradish cream. The dinner feeds two people and costs $65. Cheers to dad with Truth Be Told's Old Fashioned.
Prime & Provisions
Prime & Provisions will celebrate Father's Day this year with their Grand Brunch. Breakfast offerings include Eggs Benedict, Cinnamon French Toast, Homemade Granola & Yogurt and more. Made To Order menu items include Belgium Waffles with a selection of sauces, syrups, and toppings and Omelets. The Grand Buffet will also be accompanied by a Carving Station, Raw Bar,Salad Bar, Escorts, and a selection of Desserts. Prime & Provisions will also offer a steak enhancement option. The Grand Buffet will be available on Sunday, June 18th from 10am to 4pm and costs $95 for adults and $35 for children ages 7-12 (complimentary for children 6 and under).
Aboyer
Michael Lachowicz’s French Brasserie out of Winnetka launched a new Sunday brunch service on the North Shore this past month.
Additionally, for those looking for a gift for Dad, tickets are now on sale for the next in Aboyer’s series of cigar dinners, this one with My Father Cigar Co. The multi-course menu is paired with wine and cocktails, along with a variety of curated stogies.
CBR
CBR is hosting Dads in for a Whiskey Flight ($36) and/or Scotch Flight ($42), plus cocktail specials, Sticky Ribs ($28) and Short Rib Sliders ($15) along with their brunch and dinner menus.
Saltwater Coastal Grill
All Dads who order the Seafood Tower (oysters, shrimp cocktail and crab claws) at Saltwater Coastal Grill in Rosemont's Parkway Bank Park receive a complimentary beverage (beer, wine or cocktail).
Photo courtesy of CBR
Truluck's Rosemont
This Father’s Day weekend (June 16-18) Truluck's Rosemont will serve a twist on an Old Fashioned made with bourbon, mandarin lime, cardamom infusion, and bitters ($15). The “Dad Fashioned” specialty cocktail is handcrafted only on the weekend of June 16.
Photo courtesy of Truluck's
Yardbird
Yardbird's Father's Day specials will include:
Father’s Day Mixed Grill $62: House Spicy Fennel Andouille, Pit-Smoked Burnt Ends, Lacquered Chicken Haunch, St. Louis Ribs
aliveOne
This Father’s Day, guests can treat Dad to a free comedy show at aliveOne while sipping $4 old styles and $5 shots of Evan Williams. aliveOne also offers free pool and a half-price happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests can laugh along with Living Room Sessions, a weekly comedy open mic that invites amateur comedians to take a shot at the stage. Sign up starts at 5:30 p.m. Following Living Room Sessions, CRUSHES comedy kicks off at 8:30 p.m. featuring a stand up showcase with Chicago comics.
Bartoli's Pizzeria
This Father’s Day, Chicagoans can treat dad to Bartoli’s original deep dish and tavern-style pies. All customers will receive a complimentary order of small Buffalo Wings for Dad with the mention of “Father’s Day” when they place an order of $30 or more. Dad will be provided eight large wings with a choice of mild, spicy, or barbecue sauce served with celery and blue cheese or ranch dipping sauce.
B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House
In celebration of Father’s Day and International Sushi Day this June, B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House in Geneva will offer all Dads a free draft beer on Sunday, June 18 with the purchase of any sushi roll or burger. Limit one beer per dad.
Cody's Public House
Cody’s in Lakeview West will host a U.S. Open watch party on Sunday, June 18 beginning at 11 a.m. for Father’s Day. The event will feature a Proper 12 sampling and giveaway along with a raffle for a golf bag at 2 p.m. Drink specials will include $4 Sam Adams Summer Pints, $5 Proper 12, $5 Bushmills and $20 Truly Buckets.
Beginning at 11 a.m., guests are invited to “Bring-Your-Own-Meat” (BYOM) and use the grill in Cody’s beer garden to cook up their game day favorites. Cody’s beer garden is dog-friendly and features TVs, darts and bean bags.
H&C Pour House
Chicagoans can treat Dad to happy hour at H&C Pour House this Father’s Day weekend weekend. Available on Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., happy hour specials include $6 house mules, $7 well cocktails, $6 teeny martinis, $5 select drafts, $3 Malort, $4 Jameson, and $5 house made apple pie shots. A selection of bar bites are also included in happy hour like $5 fries, $6 curds and $7 mac & cheese.
Sweet Mandy B's
In celebration of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18, Sweet Mandy B’s in Lincoln Park and Streeterville, will feature specialty menu items including golf themed and necktie cut-out cookies, a 6-pack of cupcakes topped with necktie sugar (3 yellow and 3 chocolate with vanilla buttercream), Mustache Cakes and more. The treats will be available from Friday, June 16 through Sunday, June 18.
The Graystone Tavern
Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will host a weekend watch party for the 2023 U.S. Open starting Thursday, June 15 and culminating with a golf bag giveaway on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18. The golf championship will be shown on 16 TVs with sound on throughout Graystone including six TVs in the weatherproofed outdoor beer garden. Guests will receive free raffle tickets daily for prizes including golf bags, golf balls, golf swag, Windy City Smokeout tickets and more.
Golf-themed cocktails for $9 to $10 each will include the John Daly with Tito's Handmade Vodka, lemonade and iced tea, the Tito's Transfusion with Tito's Handmade Vodka and Owen's Barstool Transfusion Mix, Ranch Water with Maestro Dobel Diamante Tequila, Topo Chico, and lime juice, and the Mulligan Mule with Proper 12 Irish Apple, cranberry juice, lime juice, and ginger beer.
Oaken Bistro + Bar
On Sunday, June 18, Oaken Bistro + Bar will be offering a special alongside a complimentary rotating draft beer of choice for dad. Oaken Bistro + Bar will be offering these specials all day on Father’s Day. Executive Chef Christian Alejandro is serving up a Charred Ribeye Steak special for $55, complete with chipotle compound butter, ribeye steak, a twice baked potato, and grilled asparagus and paired with a draft beer of choice.
The Dearborn
For both brunch and dinner service on Sunday, June 18, The Dearborn will be offering plates for all barbecue-loving dads in Chicagoland. On the special menu will be Chef’s signature Smoked BBQ Platter, served with Smoked Airline Chicken, Smoked Bison Ribs and Slow cooked Bourbon Pulled Pork. Also accompanied by 3 sides, Coleslaw, Jalapeño Cornbread and Baked Beans. Additionally, they will be offering a Smoked BBQ Entree offering the diner of 1 choice of protein, Smoked Bison Ribs, Smoked Airline Chicken or Slow cooked Bourbon Pulled Pork served alongside with your choice of 2 sides, coleslaw, Jalapeño Cornbread or Baked Beans. Reservations can be made on OpenTable
Soul & Smoke
This weekend, Soul & Smoke is offering the Father’s Day Bundle, consisting of a bottle of Chef’s Signature BBQ Sauce, the OG Spice Rub, and Soul & Smoke’s “all butts deserve a good rub” tshirt. Order yours at Soul & Smoke’s Tock link here.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Stan's is bringing back the Maple Bacon Long John, available this Saturday and Sunday only, this savory treat is for the bacon-lovers to enjoy all weekend long. Stop by one of Stan’s 16 locations and order yours today.
Offshore Rooftop
This Father’s Day, Offshore is offering a dad-inspired special menu complete with classic cocktails and meat-friendly plates. In addition to their traditional menu, on June 18, Offshore will be offering $15 Old Fashioneds that pair with a specialty smokin’ BBQ menu.
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
This Father’s Day, FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar will be offering special menu items including Summer Caprese Salad, Harissa Ahi Tuna Tostada, 14 oz. New York Strip Steak, and Grilled Skirt Steak. End the meal on a sweet note with a special Double Chocolate Cake with Seasonal Berries. These holiday offerings will be available on Sunday, June 18.
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
For Father’s Day dinner, the restaurant will be offering a special 30 day Dry Aged Porterhouse served with King Trumpet Mushrooms in a black garlic truffle butter sauce. A special dessert offerings include a slice of the restaurant’s 23-layer Cake.
Offshore Rooftop
This Father’s Day, Offshore is offering a dad-inspired special menu complete with classic cocktails and meat-friendly plates. In addition to their traditional menu, on June 18, Offshore will be offering $15 Old Fashioneds that pair perfectly with a specialty smokin’ BBQ menu – Glazed Shrimp Skewers, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Prime Rib w/ Au Jus.
Vol. 39
In partnership with Pernod Ricard USA, Vol. 39 is celebrating Dad with “Flights + Bites'' on Saturday June 17 from 4 - 6 PM. The bar will serve a prix-fixe menu that pairs crafted cocktails from Pernod Ricard’s prestige “Aged to Perfection” whiskey collection along with reimagined classic fares. Guests will receive a party favor inspired by Dad’s favorite things, including premium leather coasters, valet trays, matchbooks, and more. Can’t make it to “Flights + Bites” on Saturday? Vol. 39 will offer a limited-time whiskey flight ($25), featuring 1 oz pours of Red Breast 12, Aberlour 12, and Glenlivet 14, from June 12 - 17 so Dad won’t miss out. Tickets for “Flight + Bites” can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Chicago Burger Company
Chicago Burger Company, is hosting a backyard BBQ-esque celebration Saturday, June 17 between 1 - 3 PM for burger samplings, select bourbon and brews, live music and large format games for entertainment.
Tanta
Tanta offers their exclusive menu special, "El Abuelo" ($225). The 8-10 lbs braised beef shank, also known as "Thor's Hammer," accompanied by sides including tacu tacu, smoked mashed potatoes, tantita salad, and criolla.
Ina Mae Tavern
Celebrating Father’s Day and Juneteenth on Sunday, June 18th at Wicker Park’s Ina Mae Tavern (1415 N. Wood St) with Chef Brian Jupiter’s NOLA-inspired dishes as well as brews brought to you by Chicago’s locally black-owned start-up brewery, Funkytown Brewery.
In addition to Ina Mae’s full brunch and dinner menu being offered with selections ranging from shrimp & grits and po’ boys to chicken or seafood platters, guests will be able to sip on $10 old fashioneds and $7 Funkytown Brewery beers. Live music will also be happening between 12-3pm.
Lottie's Pub
On Sunday, June 18th, Lottie’s Pub (1925 W. Cortland St) will be offering food and drink specials including $4 Michelob Ultra, $7 Ketel One John Daly, $10 Bulleit Old Fashioned, $12 Guinness & Bulleit shot, and $10 Big Poppa Burger (bacon, cheddar, grilled onion, & BBQ sauce). With the U.S. Open streaming at 11am, guests will also have a chance to test out their golf skills at Michelob Ultra’s putting green (2-4pm), with prizes including a golf bag, $200 in Golden Tee gift cards, and other golf merchandise.
Mordecai
This Father’s Day, a Vintage Billy Sunday Old Fashioned and special bottle pairing of Mordecai’s Three Barrel Blend #1 and Three Barrel Blend #2 at Mordecai (3632 N. Clark St.). Its back bar features a collection of spirits, leading to a selection of vintage (& contemporary) cocktails. Mordecai’s menu showcases a blend of traditional American classics and reimagined favorites, with a particular focus by Chef Matthias Merges on sourcing fresh, local ingredients.
Made with a bottle of original recipe Zucca Rababaro that Billy Sunday used back in 2012 to change the paradigm for Old Fashioneds. After being discontinued for a short time, Zucca got a revamped recipe in 2016 with a higher ABV. Now you get the chance to go back in time and try the original recipe complete with a discontinued bourbon, Charter 101, made at Buffalo Trace distillery before it became one of the labels that fell casualty to the bourbon boom.
Lady May
On Friday, June 16th and Saturday, June 17th at River North newcomer Lady May (405 N. Wabash Ave.). Raise a toast to the father figure in your life with their $10 Old Fashioneds and Manhattans while selecting from Lady May’s coastal Southern bites, such as their Cast Iron Fried Chicken, Pork Chop, Cookout Burger, Hanger Steak, and more.
The Board Room by My Char.CUTE.rie
Served from 4 pm to 9 pm, Sunday, June 18, the globally inspired Father’s Day a la carte menu includes The Board Room’s options, such as: Lollipop Amish Chicken Wings, Korean Beef Crispy Tacos, Pork Belly Bao Buns, Wagyu New York Steak, Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad, Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Caprese, and a variety of flatbreads, charcuterie, and desserts.
The Father’s Day dinner menu also includes two specials: Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Two Ways Baked Potato, Roasted Vegetables and Demi Glaze for $28; and a Double Stack Smash Burger Topped with Crispy Pork Belly and Taleggio Cheese, served with French fries for $19. The “Old Man Fashioned” Father’s Day cocktail will also be served for $16.
The Board Room is also open for Father’s Day brunch from 10 am to 3 pm, serving it’s a la carte menu including: TBR Signature Chilaquiles, Steak & Eggs, Orange Chicken & Churro, and a variety of sandwiches, flatbreads and charcuterie. A special “The Big Guy’s Bloody” will be served for Father’s Day featuring the traditional brunch beverage topped with charcuterie for $28.
Adalina
Adalina is hosting a Father's Day Brunch on Sunday, June 18 from 10am-3pm featuring:
A limited number of dads who dine for brunch will also receive a gift bag: Adalina steak sauce, White Sox tickets, pocket squares, cigars, Adalina coffee, gift cards and more.
Adalina will also host a Dinner for Dad Special for $75 on Sunday, June 18 including:
Pilot Project
Pilot Project is offering a special gift package to purchase for dads. The Father's Day Gift Package includes Two-Month Brew of the Month Club + Teku Glass + Hat = $115 + tax.
Arbella
Father's Day specialty cocktails will be available on Friday, June 16 & Saturday, June 17:
Alamo Drafthouse
Alamo Drafthouse Chicago is hosting a viewing of the movie The Birdcage paired with a special brunch.
Guests can order from the brunch menu, including the breakfast club, blueberry donut French toast bake, or breakfast tacos – and pair with a brunch cocktail classic like Desert Spring Water or the Coming Up Rosé Fizz. Each is available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
For those looking to give dad the gift of movies, guests will get a Free $10 Snack Pass with every $50+ gift card purchase.
Gaijin
Dads who dine in their Cubs or Sox gear on Saturday, 6.17 or Sunday, 6.18 will receive a complimentary Cubby-Kuma or Southpaw Kakigori dessert:
ABERFELDY Father's Day Golden Hour at Kerryman Irish Bar, Wilde Bar & Restaurant, and LG’s Bar & Kitchen
ABERFELDY is offering dads a tasting of whisky and whisky cocktails at bars and restaurants around Chicago.
At Kerryman Irish Bar, Wilde Bar & Restaurant, and LG’s Bar & Kitchen, where for $25 you can secure a tasting for two. The evening includes a special tasting of whiskies, including the newly released ABERFELDY 15 Year Old Limited Edition Finished in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon wine casks, and a whisky cocktail. Reservations can be found on the Tock website, as well as the list of participating locations.
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House has locations in Wheeling, Schaumburg and Vernon Hills and over 90 craft beers on tap. City Works’ Rock N’ Roll brunch menu includes:
City Works’ brunch is served each Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Old Town Pour House
For Father's Day this year, Old Town Pour House (Oak Brook, Naperville) will be offering their "Great for Groups" menu. The group menu serves 4-6 people and features a selection of dishes including pretzel bites, salads, tacos, and more.
Truth Be Told
Available on Father's Day this year Truth Be Told, will be serving their Sunday Roast made with prime rib, Yorkshire pudding or popover, roasted root vegetables, oven roasted potatoes, gravy, watercress salad, and horseradish cream. The dinner feeds two people and costs $65. Cheers to dad with Truth Be Told's Old Fashioned.
Prime & Provisions
Prime & Provisions will celebrate Father's Day this year with their Grand Brunch. Breakfast offerings include Eggs Benedict, Cinnamon French Toast, Homemade Granola & Yogurt and more. Made To Order menu items include Belgium Waffles with a selection of sauces, syrups, and toppings and Omelets. The Grand Buffet will also be accompanied by a Carving Station, Raw Bar, Salad Bar, Escorts, and a selection of Desserts. Prime & Provisions will also offer a steak enhancement option. The Grand Buffet will be available on Sunday, June 18th from 10am to 4pm and costs $95 for adults and $35 for children ages 7-12 (complimentary for children 6 and under).
Aboyer
Michael Lachowicz’s French Brasserie out of Winnetka launched a new Sunday brunch service on the North Shore this past month.
Additionally, for those looking for a gift for Dad, tickets are now on sale for the next in Aboyer’s series of cigar dinners, this one with My Father Cigar Co. The multi-course menu is paired with wine and cocktails, along with a variety of curated stogies.
CBR
CBR is hosting Dads in for a Whiskey Flight ($36) and/or Scotch Flight ($42), plus cocktail specials, Sticky Ribs ($28) and Short Rib Sliders ($15) along with their brunch and dinner menus.
Saltwater Coastal Grill
All Dads who order the Seafood Tower (oysters, shrimp cocktail and crab claws) at Saltwater Coastal Grill in Rosemont's Parkway Bank Park receive a complimentary beverage (beer, wine or cocktail).
Truluck's Rosemont
This Father’s Day weekend (June 16-18) Truluck's Rosemont will serve a twist on an Old Fashioned made with bourbon, mandarin lime, cardamom infusion, and bitters ($15). The “Dad Fashioned” specialty cocktail is handcrafted only on the weekend of June 16.
Yardbird
Yardbird's Father's Day specials will include:
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