Tipple & Brine
Here, Dad will be greeted with a complimentary glass of Father’s Day “Punch” hand crafted with rye, dry vermouth, lemon, honey, bitters, and Miller High Life, followed by a complimentary Short Rib Croquette. June 15, 4:30 pm-12 am; 14633 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403; 818.528.2550
The Counter Custom Built Burgers
Celebrate with “BFD” (Burger For Dad) meaning getting Dads a free burger on Father’s Day, just for being a “big ****ing deal”. Any guest who tells their server “My Dad is a BFD” will receive one standard 1/3 lb. burger (excluding bison and market select burgers). Additional and premium toppings are extra, limited to one burger per Dad with a paying guest who is purchasing a burger of equal or lesser value. June 15; All The Counter’s U.S. locations, except airport locations
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Enjoy brunch favorites ($39.95; $18.95/12 and under) or visit for dinner, where you may enjoy a three course prime-rib dinner ($39.95). Brunch includes lobster bisque, modern Caesar, prime rib with a trio of sauces, Fleming’s signature eggs benedict, prime rib hash or baked brioche French toast layered in vanilla and orange custard. Dessert options include white chocolate bread pudding, cheesecake or walnut turtle pie. The prime rib dinner includes items like Fleming’s salad and a prime rib with a trio of sauces, and side dish and dessert of choice from the menu. A la carte also available. In addition, each dad will receive a $25 dining card valid for a future visit (valid 6/16-7/30/14). June 15, Brunch: 10 am – 3 pm, Dinner: 3-10 pm; Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 455 Newport Center Dr. Fashion Island, Newport Beach; 949.720.9633
Rock & Reilly’s
During Father’s Day, order up The Big Daddy Bloody ($13) made with Reilly’s bloody mary mix served with a grilled cheese slice, mini corn dog, chicken wing, and the stick of an oak tree! Other deals include Dad Strength Whiskey Shots for $5 and Fatherly Fries (covered with gravy, cheese and bacon) for $7. 8911 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.360.1400
Pearl’s
Grab the The Bourbon Daddy ($10): a mix of Jack Daniels, Lemon Juice, Muddled Sage and Pink Peppercorns, double strained over ice, with sage leaf garnish. 8909 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.360.6800
Doma Kitchen
Get to Redondo Beach and go all out for Father’s Day weekend! Order their specialty burger that’s a Lamb Burger is topped with feta cheese, lettuce, tomato, and homemade horseradish sauce. It will be served with a side of house-made potato chips for $16.75. A special Lamb Omelet will also be available and will include lamb, spinach, feta cheese, and mushrooms. The omelet will be served with a side of fruit and potatoes for $14.75. 420 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; 310.372.7298
Rok Sushi Kitchen
They are doing a Beer and Bento Special for Father’s Day. For $45, dads will enjoy a bento box filled to the brim with Seaweed Salad, Vegetable Tempura, Chicken Karaage, and a Surf and Turf Roll. The special also includes a beer flight with selections from Lost Coast Brewery, Strand Brewing Co., El Segundo Brewing Co., and The Dudes Brewing Company. 1200 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; 310.798.4765
Ayara Thai Cuisine
Celebrating Father’s Day weekend with two of their dad’s favorite dishes. They will be serving Lobster Pad Thai with tofu, egg, green onions, and bean sprouts, garnished with crab meat and green apples. They will also be serving Crispy Belly Glory which is a marriage of their crispy pork belly and morning glory specials stir-fried with garlic, chili, and soy paste. 6245 W 87th St., Los Angeles, CA 90045; 310.410.8848
Father’s Day CollaBREWtive brunch
Presented by Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Food GPS. The 2nd annual Father’s Day CollaBREWtive Brunch includes brewery and coffee roaster collaborations from The Bruery + Tierra Mia Coffee; El Segundo Brewing Co. + LAMILL Coffee; Eagle Rock Brewery + Portola Coffee Lab; Firestone Walker Brewing Co. + Intelligentsia Coffee; Golden Road Brewing + Handsome Coffee Roasters; Ladyface Ale Companie + Caffe Luxxe; Monkish Brewing Co. + Lord Windsor Roasters; and Smog City Brewing + Groundwork Coffee. Featured chefs include Daniel Mattern & Roxana Jullapat (Cooks County); Philip Pretty (Fundamental LA); Wesley Avila (Guerrilla Tacos); Christian Page (Hunters); Jimmy Shaw (Loteria Grill); Michael Fiorelli (Love & Salt); Kajsa Alger (Mud Hen Tavern); Ernesto Uchimura (Plan Check Bar); Steve Samson (Sotto); and Daly Thompson (Tiato). A portion of the event proceeds will go to Food Forward, a North Hollywood-based charity whose mission is to rescue and donate fresh local produce that would otherwise go to waste. 2 million pounds of food has been gleaned since 2009, and given to local food pantries, helping feed over 40,000 hungry Southern Californians each month. $65,$90/VIP; Saturday, June 14, 11:30 am(VIP), 12:30-3:30 pm; Tiato, 2700 Colorado Ave., #190, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Father’s Day BBQ Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
This event includes some of Dad’s favorite things like outdoor grill, craft beer and lawn games. Executive Chef Alexander La Motte has created an upscale brunch menu ( $109, $54/12 and under) of BBQ including all-beef sliders, a variety of house-made sausages with over 20 freshly made condiments, and 18-hour smoked pork. Additionally, signature brunch dishes like Onyx sushi, a carving station, a raw bar, an omelette station, a dessert bar, and gourmet salads will also be available. To compliment the hearty BBQ brunch, draft and bottled craft beers from throughout California will be served. You can also play lawn games including bocce ball, corn hole, ping pong, and golf chipping on the Waterfall Lawn.The new Organic Male Facial in The Spa has launched just in time for Father’s Day. The new customized skincare treatment features products from Organic Male OM4, a type-specific organic skincare system for men. The results-driven facial diminishes the effects of stress and irritation from shaving, soothes and tones the skin, removes impurities, and restores hydration. The 50-minute treatment ($165) includes facial massage, warm oil neck, scalp and shoulder massage, exfoliation, extractions, and a hydrating mask. Brunch: June 15, 10:30 am-2 pm; Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, 2 Dole Dr., Westlake Village, CA 91362; 818.575.30; Appointments for the Organic Male Facial can be booked at any time during normal spa hours of operation.
FIG & OLIVE Newport Beach
Executive Chef Pascal Lorange invite Orange County families to celebrate Father’s Day with a three-course prix-fixe brunch ($40) and dinner ($52) menus, comprised of signature dishes highlighting flavors from the South of France including: Truffle Mushroom Croquette with cremini mushrooms, parmesan béchamel, and truffle olive oil aioli; Crab & Heirloom Tomato with jumbo lump crab, heirloom cherry tomatoes, and avocado basil tapenade; Housemade Zucchini Blossom & Goat Cheese Ravioli with zucchini emulsion, tomato confit, crispy zucchini blossoms, and shaved ricotta salata; and 21 Day Dry-Aged 12oz. Sirloin served with confit heirloom potatoes, caramelized carrots and a red wine and cremini mushroom sauce. June 15, Brunch: 11 am – 4 pm, Dinner: 5-11 pm; 401 Newport Center Dr., Suite 151, Newport Beach, CA 92660; 212.924.1200
FIG & OLIVE Melrose Place
Enjoy a French Riviera-inspired three-course Father’s Day brunch ($40) and dinner ($52). Executive Chef Pascal Lorange is serving Beef Tartar with caper, shallots, parsley Dijon olive oil emulsion and olive oil crackers; Crab Cake Eggs Benedict with Tomato Paprika Hollandaise Sauce; and Petit Filet Mignon with haricot vert, caramelized shallot, and chive mashed potato. Dinner includes Primavera Lobster Risotto with asparagus, caramelized carrots and baby zucchini; Seared Yellowfin Tuna a La Provençale with ayala spice, heirloom potato, and eggplant caviar; and 21 Day Dry-Aged Sirloin with confit heirloom potato and red wine cremini mushroom. June 15, Brunch: 12-3 pm, Dinner: 6 -10 pm; 8490 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.360.9100
Willie Jane
Order up Café du Monde French press coffee, steamy beignets, Shrimp Grits, and Smoked Brisket Hash, along with Soft Shell Crab Benedict with guanciale & spicy southern hollandaise. 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90291; 310.392.2425
Post & Beam
Feast on Cornbread Benedict and Braised Short Rib and Eggs, along with specials like Wood Oven Dungeness Crab Fritter with poached eggs, crisp beef bacon & smoked béarnaise. 3767 Santa Rosalia Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90008; 323.299.5599
Napa Valley Grille
Executive Chef Taylor Boudreaux is serving a “Brats and Beer” brunch buffet ($48 Adult; $19/Ages 4-12). Dishes include roasted prime sirloin, made-to-order omelets, a fresh seafood display, and an assortment of housemade sausages including Wild Boar and Cranberry, Lamb Merguez, and Venison and Blueberry. In addition, choose from a selection of specialty beers (additional $7 each) including: Firestone 805 Pilsner, Abita Purple Haze, Dogfish 60 min IPA, Ommegang Rare Vos Amber Ale, and Oscar Blues Old Chub Scotch Ale. June 15, 11 am-3 pm; 1100 Glendon Ave., Los Angeles; 310.824.3322
Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse
The 3 courses include a choice of Classic Caesar Salad; Heirloom Tomato Salad; or Burrata Cheese, Grilled Plums, Pickled Scallions. Entrée choices are from Grilled BBQ Meats including BBQ Tri Tip, Pulled Pork, Pork Sausage Links, Chicken Breast, Beef Brisket, or Baby Back Ribs with Sides including Mango & Jicama Slaw; Purple Potato Salad with Bacon, Whole Grain Mustard Mayo; Mac’n’Cheese; Baked Chili Beans; and Nick + Stef’s Coleslaw. Dessert include Pretzel-Apple Bread Pudding and Chocolate Kettle Corn Spiral. $38,$19/under 12; June 15, 4:30-8:30 pm; 330 South Hope St., Downtown; 213.680.0330
Descanso Gardens
This Grill menu is a la carte with Chili Cheese Dog; Classic Cheeseburger; Baby Back Ribs; Veggie Burger along with sides like Cowboy Beans (Stewed Pinto Beans, Ground Beef, Carrots, Onion, Celery, Sweet and Tangy Sauce); Grilled Caesar Salad; and Grilled Corn on the Cobb. June 15, 11 am – 3 pm; 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada; 818.790.3663
CAFE del REY
Celebrate with a barbecue-inspired brunch buffet ($40) from Executive Chef Chuck Abair. Unlimited beer, sparkling wine, and mimosas, will be served alongside rustic barbecue fare including Creamy Grits with parmesan cheese; BBQ Chicken with house made BBQ sauce; Meat Loaf with beef, carrots, celery, and sweet and spicy sauce; Brussels Sprouts with brown butter and pancetta; and Fish & Chips with crispy halibut, housemade french fries, and harissa aioli. June 15, 10:30 am – 3 pm; 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292; 310.823.6395
The Abbey Food + Bar
The Abbey is celebrating their annual Father’s Day Brunch with the Pop Luck Club, welcoming gay dads and their kids and prospective dads. Enjoy a buffet style brunch complete with eggs, bacon, fresh fruit, yogurt and much more followed by a Children’s Concert & Festival cosponsored by The City of West Hollywood and RaiseAChildUS. $19, $7/kids; Brunch: 11 am-1 pm; Concert: 12:30 – 3 pm; 692 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.289.8410
Paul Martin’s American Grill
Enjoy a 3-Course Prime Rib Dinner Special ($25) served all weekend for Father’s Day. Includes all-natural prime rib with mashed potatoes, organic green salad and house made ice cream. June 14 & 15; 2361 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, CA 90245
1933 Group “Bring Your Dad”
At all seven locations, you are invited to treat their dad to one complimentary beverage (up to $12)! Harlowe (7321 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046), Oldfield’s Liquor Room (10899 Venice Blvd., West Los Angeles, CA 90034), Sassafras (1233 N. Vine St., Los Angeles, CA 90038), Bigfoot Lodge (3172 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039), Bigfoot West (10939 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064), The Thirsty Crow (2939 West Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026) and La Cuevita (available from 7-9 pm; 5922 N. Figueroa Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90042).
Ricardo Zarate
Give your pops the gift of Peruvian cuisine at a Zarate restaurant and he will receive one free beer with his meal. He can choose from a selection of Spanish cervesas while dining on ceviche and an assortment of grilled dishes. Picca (9575 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.277.0133), Mo-chica (517 West 7th St., Downtown Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.622.3744) and Paiche (13488 Maxella Ave., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 310.893.6100)
Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air
Master Chef Wolfgang Puck has created a three-course prix-fixe menu ($120, $65/children) for Father’s Day at Hotel Bel-Air. Menu highlights include Summer Vegetable Tart “Provencal” with seasonal veggies and goat cheese; Hand Cut White Corn Tortelloni Pasta; Charcoal Grilled New York Sirloin “Steak Frites” with béarnaise, fries and red wine reduction. Brunch also includes a choice of dessert. June 15, 11 am-3 pm; 701 Stone Canyon Road, 310.909.1644
Tres by Jose Andres
Chef Jose Andres has created a special Father’s Day brunch spread ($55) at Tres. The extravagant buffet includes a carving display of Roasted Beef Rib Eye and Rotisserie Chicken, a caviar station, fresh seafood platters, a cheese and charcuterie spread and assorted desserts and pastries from The Patisserie, along with coffee, tea and juice. June 15, 11 am-4 pm; 465 South La Cienega Blvd., 310.276.5551
Kate Mantilini
Treat dad to an A-List feast this Father’s Day at Kate Mantilini in Woodland Hills. They are serving up a special Father’s Day “Steak House” Bone-In Rib Eye with stuffed mushroom caps and served alongside a baked potato. Post a photo of you and dad to Kate Mantilini’s Facebook page to receive a complimentary dessert for Dad! June 15, 5-9 pm; 5921 Owensmouth Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91367; 818.348.1095
Mi Corazon Restaurant
Treat your Dad to brunch at Mi Corazon Restaurant in Glendale. Indulge in a traditional Mexican spread, with dishes made from scratch that highlight farm-fresh ingredients. Dad can enjoy one of several “Papi’s Day Specials” like the Asada & Eggs available from 10 am-2 pm. Keep the fiesta going with $5 Beer and Margaritas all day long on Father’s Day. June 15, 10 am-9 pm; 1402 West Kenneth Dr., Glendale, CA, 91201; 818.500.8100
Vitellos
Dad’s eat for free on Father’s day at Vitellos! All Dads eat free with parties of four or more. Must purchase a minimum of four full price entrées. Least expensive dish will be complimentary. Reservations required. June 15, 4-9 pm; 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City, CA 91604; 818.769.0905
Osawa in Pasadena
Osawa will be offering every dad a complimentary glass of Sapporo at both lunch and dinner, and they are also offering Osawa’s Japanese One-Pound Prime Rib with Osawa special sauce for just $38. June 15: lunch, 11:30 am-2:30 pm, dinner: 5-9:30 pm; 77 North Raymond Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103; 626.683.1150
Say Fish Taco Truck
Spend Father’s Day cruising around town with Dad and make a pit stop at the Say Fish Taco Truck! Treat Dad to some of Chef Mark Alberto’s Baja beach-inspired creations and get dad a free Fish Taco on June 14th and June 15th. The Say Fish Taco Truck will be making stops all over Los Angeles on Father’s Day weekend, so track their route on Twitter at @SayFishTaco.
Tanino Ristorante Bar
Treat Dad to a very mi familia Italian Father’s Day at Tanino Ristorante Bar in Westwood! Chef Tanino Drago has prepared a special à la carte “Festa Della Papa” menu with items like the Grilled Calamari Steak; Rigatoni with Italian bacon, eggs, black pepper and Parmesan cheese; Arborio Rice with Ahi tuna, capers, black olives, organic cherry tomatoes and fresh mint; and the Roasted Pork Chop breaded and topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. June 15, 4:30-9:30 pm; 1043 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.208.0444
Gifts:
AKID
AKID, a newly launched and carefully crafted line of children’s streetwear, is offering this year’s must-have Father’s Day gift with a matching father/child footwear package! The brainchild of Matthew George – the founder of the successful Ransom by Adidas footwear line and owner and operator of a handful of retail stores including Stussy (Canada-wide), Saint Alfred’s (Chicago) and Nomad (Toronto) – and his wife Ashleigh Dempster, AKID’s limited edition duo of the brand’s new style “The Birdie” is available exclusively online at www.AKIDBrand.com for a limited time as a father/child matching pair. “The Birdie” is a unisex design for children in sizes 4-12 and available in sizes 9-12 for men. The father/child set is $200 and $70 for the children’s style only (for families with more than one child who want to emulate his stylish Dad). The shoes are constructed of 100% Full Grain Lambskin with Custom AKID Laser Cut, EVA footbed, Polyester laces, and TPR outsole. This limited edition set is available in black only, but the style will be available in four colors for children starting on June 10, 2014 as part of the brand’s Spring/Summer 2014 line.
Spa Experience at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles
The Whiskey Ginger Body Treatment (50 minutes, $150) combines the natural essences of whiskey (barley, buckwheat and rye) with a ginger-sugar scrub, creating a gentle exfoliant. The treatment finishes with an application of anti-oxidant rich lime body crème to leave skin toned and hydrated. Make it a double with the Whiskey Double Shot (100 minutes, $275). Package includes the refreshing Whiskey Ginger body scrub, followed by a deep tissue aromatherapy massage, and a whiskey ginger cocktail using the hotel’s house-aged spirits. Dad will also receive a signature Ritz-Carlton Havana candle, a combo of bergamot, tobacco leaf, and ylang ylang. 213.763.4400
Montblanc
Montblanc has their new 90th Anniversary of the Meisterstück Collection that includes rose gold writing instrument staples & accessories as well as soft grain leather pieces, all made in their pelletteria in Florence.
J. Crew
Their father fave’s list includes monogrammable pocket squares, Harry’s father & son shave kits and classic crewneck cashmere sweaters.
