Father’s Day is right around the corner. Looking for a way to show dad you appreciate him? Here are 11 places to take dad for a special meal on Father’s Day weekend. This year’s list includes places for BBQ and brews, Tomahawk steaks, colossal king crab legs, braised short rib eggs benedict, Cajun Swordfish, and raw oysters. Most of these eateries have alfresco dining so you can take advantage (fingers crossed!) of the weekend’s great weather.
Sogno
Father’s Day reservations start at 11:30am on June 15 with a special menu including colossal king crab legs, burrata salad, a 42oz Prime Tomahawk steak, baby pork ribs alla bbq with shrimp, and braised wild boar with potato gnocchi. This menu is in addition to their regular menu. To complete the celebration, treat dad to a twist on an Old Fashioned from their special menu. 304 Cambridge Rd, Woburn, 781-625-1300, sognoitalian.com
Danversport
Known for its lavish buffets, Danversport will be serving up brunch from 9am to 2pm. You can look forward to choosing from a wide range of sweets and savories, including bagels with lox, homemade waffles, braised short rib eggs benedict, crepes, and a flavored iced coffee station (plus a whole lot more). For reservations click here. 161 Elliott St., Danvers, 978-774-8622, danversport.com
Appleton Farms
Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend for their own seasonal wood-fired pizza, local beer, wine and cider, local BBQ, and live music! Appleton will be slinging their famous pies which are not to be missed! Notch Brewing will be on-site serving up some beer, wine, and cider, with barbecue from Fat Belly Food Truck and sweet treats from Down River Ice Cream. Enjoy music from Orville Giddings and Dad Bod & The Father Figures! For tickets, click here. 219 County Road, Hamilton & Ipswich, thetrustees.org/event/440286
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
Davio’s Lynnfield location is doing something pretty cutting edge these days. By incorporating fresh produce and herbs from the adjacent Whole Foods’ rooftop garden, they bring to the menu incredibly fresh ingredients. Modeled after the Boston location, the restaurant boasts a fireplace and alfresco seating. Known for their Northern Italian Brandt Beef steaks and handmade pastas, Steve DiFillippo and his team present fine dining at its best.
427 Walnut St., Lynnfield, 781-944-4810, davios.com/lynnfield
La Fina
This new steakhouse in Andover is straight out of the gilded age run through a sleek modern filter. The second restaurant in the LaRosa family, La Fina has a menu just as glamorous as its décor. Think plump, fresh oysters in the fried oyster appetizer, Gnocchi Al Tartufo, and, of course, steaks. Only prime grade beef from the best cuts makes it to the table here, cooked in a broiler that reaches a blazing 1,400 degrees F, then rested for 10 minutes before a final sear.
27 Main St., Andover, 978-475-4082, lafinarestaurant.com
Pellana Restaurant
Pellana Steakhouse is tough to beat when it comes to prime grade steaks and chops and high quality seafood. Offering a choice of over 400 domestic and imported wines, it’s no wonder they were granted the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator. Opulent and refined, Pellana is a place for those with discriminating tastes.
9 Rear Sylvan St., Peabody, 978-531-4800, pellanasteakhouse.com
Teresa’s Prime
Teresa’s Prime Steakhouse is both sophisticated and fun. Executive chef Nick Yebba Jr. offers a wide selection of house cut Prime Beef, Italian specialties, and the freshest seafood dishes around. All this paired with a refined ambiance and a 5-star staff make Teresa’s Prime a must visit.
20 Elm St. (Rte. 62), North Reading, 978-276-0044, teresasprime.com
The Bancroft
It’s hard to beat the combination of prime beef, craft cocktails, and sleek vibe at this Burlington steakhouse. The eclectic décor makes the large room seem intimate—and if privacy is what you need, polished glass and steel walls seal off rooms for high-level negotiations. The thoughtful menu covers all the steakhouse classics, but also draws culinary influences from around the world, offering inventive salads, small plates, and a large selection of gluten-free items.
15 Third Ave., Burlington, 781-221-2100, the-bancroft.com
The Liberty Hotel
Take dad to The Liberty’s annual Father’s Day BBQ on June 15. Executive Chef Patrick Bassett will be serving up a spread that includes Slow-Roasted Suckling Pig, Bourbon-Marinated Steak Tips, Cajun Swordfish, Mesquite BBQ Chicken, and Baby Back Ribs, all accompanied by a selection of artisan side dishes. Guests can also enjoy craft cocktails, live reggae music, yard games, and more throughout the afternoon. All dads will be entered for a chance to win a one-night stay at the hotel. Food will be served from 2:00–4:00 PM. The bar will open at 2:00 PM and each ticket includes one Michter’s cocktail. Tickets can be purchased here. 215 Charles Street, Boston, 617-224-4000, libertyhotel.com
Seamark Seafood & Cocktails
Located inside of Encore Boston, the James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Schlow oversees the Seamark’s menu featuring refined seafood dishes with global flavors. The venue also houses Old Wives’ Tale, an intimate speakeasy with sublime cocktails created by mixologist Francesco Lafranconi. Seafood & Cocktails will be offering a tomahawk special this Father’s Day and will be open for regular hours, 5-10pm. 1 Broadway, Everett, 857-770-7000, seamarkencore.com
Mooo….
The Burlington location of Mooo…. provides a spot for an upscale meal featuring chilled seafood, Maine lobster bisque, Japanese Wagyu beef dumplings, sirloin carpaccio, and crispy calamari. If dad wants steak their menu features a long list of options including prime ribeye, filet mignon, and dry aged porterhouse. Dad can add either a broiled Maine lobster, roasted bone marrow, or a purple corn tostada to his steak on his special day. 86 Cambridge, Burlington, 781-270-0100, moooburlington.com