Father's Day Specials for Dear Ole' Dad
Carnivale
Father’s Day is coming up QUICK (like, this weekend quick), and there’s no better way to give back to the men who do so much for us than by taking them out to eat at one of Chicago’s many hot spots! Because dad shouldn’t be stuck at the grill on his special day 🔥 Whether they are fathers by blood, step dads, or just men who have impacted your life for the better, it’s time to give them a break for this special day. From upscale steakhouses and seafood with a view to classic Chicago breakfast spots, there’s something for every dad this Father’s Day…
Carnivale {702 West Fulton Market Street, Chicago; 312.850.5005}
Celebrate Father’s Day with a party at Carnivale! From 1-5PM on June 19, celebrate your dad at this colorful and vibrant West Loop Spot. With a delicious dinner menu, as well as photo ops, an ice luge, mini putt-putt and Maker’s Mark sampling, it’s the perfect way to show your dad all the fun our city has to offer. Cigars and more will also be given away while supplies last!
Prime & Provisions {222 North LaSalle Street, Chicago; 312.726.7777}
What is one thing that most people can say their dad loves to do? Grill of course! Celebrate your grill loving dad with a few 100% all natural Linz Heritage Prime angus beef from Prime & Provisions to take home & enjoy 🥩 While you’re at the River North spot, also grab him a jar of the Chef’s Signature Salt Seasoning for all his future grilling needs. Just make sure YOU do the cooking this weekend… all he has to do is enjoy!
Ocean Prime {87 East Wacker Drive, Chicago; 312.428.4344}
If you really want to go all out for the men who raised you, take them to the high-end eatery known for amazing food and great views. Located on the iconic corner of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive on the second-level of the Londonhouse Hotel, Ocean Prime will be offering a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, seafood and steak-focused entrees, as well as signature cocktails and a large wine list. Take in the views of the Chicago River as you sip on a cocktail and bite into one of their many delicious offerings.
District Brew Yards {417 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago; 773.295.1270}
If you want a more low-key vibe for your Father’s Day, stop by District Brew Yards for a brew or two 🍻 Bring your barbeque-loving, beer-drinking main man to the West Side for a ton of beer offerings and great food like Mac n Cheese, Smoked Wings, Fried Pickles and more! Serve your own beer at this pour-it-yourself beer hall, then walk out to their patio to enjoy the day with your dad. Plus, when you buy any six of District Brew Yards’s 4-pack beers, you will receive two engraved DBY beer tumblers to remember the fun!
Aba {302 North Green Street, 3rd Floor, Chicago; 773.645.1400}
Aba (which means “father” in Hebrew) is offering an exclusive “Glenrothes x Aba Secret Mezze Menu Experience” just for Father’s Day this Sunday. The four-course event includes two selections from the mezze and raw menu sections, a choice of two items from the kebab and butcher sections, a choice of two desserts and three Glenrothes Whisky features. This Fulton Market District restaurant offers some of the best Mediterranean food in the city, so if you’re looking for something other than steak and seafood, this is the place for you!
Maple & Ash { 8 West Maple Street, Chicago; 312.944.8888}
Get dad a meal he’ll remember this holiday! Everyone's favorite special occasion spot is hosting a Father’s Day brunch filled with their classics like Surf and Turf Eggs Benedict with filet medallions, lobster, poached eggs and hollandaise, plus other mouth-watering menu items like Omelets and Tartines. If you’re coming with a big group, order the family style spread to share, complete with Filet Mignon, French Toast, Thick-Cut Bacon and Crispy Potatoes 🔥🥩🔥 Maple & Ash is the perfect way to give your dad a day he won’t forget.
Crab Cellar {962 North Halsted Street, Chicago; 773.248.1737}
If you want to change things up from your normal Father’s Day brunch, take him to Crab Cellar in Lincoln Park. Let the dads in your life dig into all-you-can-eat premium Bairdi Crab, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and Blue Crab Dip this Father's Day. Also included in the meal is Country Club Coleslaw, Homestyle Mac n’ Cheese and Boardwalk Fries. And because no Father’s Day meal is complete without something good to sip on, grab one of their festive cocktails, wine or beer 🍻
Yolk {Multiple Locations}
Does Dad want something more low key for 2022? Yolk is the perfect place for the dads who just want to eat good food and have a calm place to catch up with their kids. This classic Chicago restaurant has all the best breakfast dishes like Omelets, Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Pancakes, Waffles and so much more! So if you’re looking for a calmer place without the hustle and bustle of the city stop by Yolk 🍳
By Madison Freeman | Special Correspondent