Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, and one way to celebrate the dads (and father figures) in your life is by taking them out for a great meal. Luckily, the Twin Cities metro has no shortage of food and drink specials, promotions, and events to take advantage of this weekend.
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Alamo Drafthouse (Woodbury)
Enjoy a movie and a meal with Dad at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, which is rolling out a limited-time Father’s Day menu (available June 10-30) featuring a Mustard Meatloaf Sandwich, Pig & Pineapple Pizza, Fish Tacos, and more. Plus, there’s 31 beers on tap to choose from at the Glass Half Full Taproom. (Alamo Drafthouse is also offering 20% off gift card purchases of $75 or more, online only, through June 15.)
Buca di Beppo (Multiple locations)
On Father’s Day, all dads will receive Buca di Beppo’s world-famous half-pound meatball for free, while quantities last. Buca is known for its family-style dining, so bring the whole crew to celebrate over an Italian feast.
Butcher & The Boar (Minneapolis)
For Father’s Day, this American eatery is offering a “Cowboy Cut” Ribeye (bone-in, 20-ounce ribeye steak) with Cowboy Butter. (The restaurant also hosts interactive cocktail classes, which would make a great gift for any at-home mixologists.)
Graze Food Hall by Travail (Minneapolis)
Head to this North Loop food hall for Wingin’ It: Father’s Day Wing Fest. Enjoy a flavor-packed afternoon with a variety of wings from Graze vendors, a wing-eating contest, and a chance to crown your favorite flavor with the People’s Choice Award. The event runs from noon-3 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, and tickets are available online.
Courtesy of Graze Food Hall
Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse (Coon Rapids)
Open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on Sunday, Kendall’s is offering several Father’s Day food and drink features—including the Baby Back Ribs & Chicken Platter ($26), a boozy Root Beer Float ($8), and a Whiskey Smash ($10).
Courtesy of Mason Jar Kitchen & Bar
Mason Jar Kitchen & Bar (Eagan)
In the mood for prime rib? Mason Jar is offering its Thursday Night Prime Rib Dinner special on Father’s Day—rubbed with a special blend of herbs and seasonings, marinated for a day, and served with beef au jus, cheesy au gratin potatoes with shallots, and buttered asparagus, this special is sure to impress any meat lover.
McCormick & Schmick’s (Edina)
Treat Dad to McCormick & Schmick’s Chef’s Father’s Day Feature—a broiled seafood platter with grilled salmon, stuffed shrimp, lump crab cake, mashed potatoes, and seasonal veggies. For an extra special twist, pair the meal with the Rye Chocolate Fashioned cocktail for a handcrafted, tableside mixology experience.
P.S. Steak (Minneapolis)
Launching for Father’s Day weekend and continuing weekly on Wednesdays, P.S. Steak’s “Wagyu Whiskey Wednesday” menu will offer several meat and whiskey pairings.
Choose from a 10-ounce shoulder steak with American whiskey (High West Double Rye, Willet 4-Year Rye, or Russel’s Reserve 10-Year Bourbon); a 10-ounce Denver steak with American whiskey (Pinhook Orange Label, Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style, or Basil Hayden); or a 3-ounce A5 wagyu with Japanese whisky (Mars Iwai Sherry Cask, Yamazaki, or Hibiki Harmony). Or, enjoy a trio with all three cuts of meat.
Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse (South St. Paul)
Enjoy good food and good company at the Father’s Day Brunch Buffet (10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sunday, June 15), with a menu including Chicken & Waffles, Fried BBQ Ribs, Croque Monsieur Egg Bake, and more.
Surly Brewing Co. (Minneapolis)
Raise a pint to Dad! Surly Brewing Co.’s Father’s Day celebration will include live music in the beer garden, an assortment of delicious meats (brisket, sausage, chicken, pork, and walleye), and of course, plenty of cold beer. Stop by the free event between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 15.
Courtesy of Meet Minneapolis
Tria Restaurant (North Oaks)
On Sunday, June 15, gather with loved ones for a brunch buffet from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., or enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner from 5-9 p.m. Dinner features include prime rib, grilled swordfish, lamb chop, and strawberry shortcake for dessert.
Utepils Brewing (Minneapolis)
Head to Utepils Brewing on Sunday, June 15 for a fun-filled Father’s Day Pig Roast, complete with delicious food, live music, and cold drinks. From 2-5 p.m., enjoy roasted pig and classic sides from This Little Piggy Catering (tickets required for pig roast), and stick around for live music from Red Dot Garage from 3-6 p.m.
