10 Father’s Day Dining Spots in NYC and Nearby

10 Father’s Day Dining Spots in NYC and Nearby
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10 Father’s Day Dining Spots in NYC and Nearby

Father’s Day is right around the corner. Sharing a meal together is a great way to celebrate this family holiday and make the dads in your life feel special. But pulling together a breakfast at home with kids can be a tricky task. Luckily, there are lots of options around NYC and nearby where you can enjoy a Father’s Day meal. 

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Peter Luger Steak House

178 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11211
255 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, NY 11021

The menu at Luger’s has remained largely unchanged over the years since its opening in 1887. Their dishes lend themselves to sharing, which is perfect for a Father’s Day dinner. Dine on porterhouse steak for two or three or four, extra-thick slices of sizzling bacon, sides like German fried potatoes and desserts like the Holy Cow Ice Cream Sundae. 

Mirabelle Restaurant at Three Village Inn

150 Main St, Stony Brook, NY 11790

Celebrate Father’s Day with a special prix fixe menu for $55 per person. Start off your experience with appetizer choices of a warm goat cheese salad, PEI mussels, slow roast pork belly, corn and crab bisque or foie gras. 

For your main course, choose from pan roasted halibut, stuffed lobster with seafood, cavatelli pasta, surf and turf or organic chicken breast. 

Finish with desserts like pineapple upside down cake, a seasonal fruit cobbler or a rocky road brownie sundae. 

The Osprey at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

60 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Dine on seasonal specials crafted from farm-fresh ingredients, curated by renowned Chef Dan Churchill. Parents can toast with sustainable spirits while enjoying an elegant dining experience, complete with picturesque views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Brunch menu highlights include shareables like fresh oysters and crispy Brussels sprouts, savory and sweet entree options and options for young diners in your family. 

Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park

1414 Sixth Ave, New York, NY 10019

Enjoy Father’s Day brunch in a rustic setting, complete with an open kitchen, exposed brick, reclaimed oak and a greenery-lined patio. You can choose from a variety of seasonally inspired dishes created from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and crafted under the culinary expertise of Chef Jonathan Waxman. 

Bourbon Street

40-12 Bell Blvd, Queens, NY 11361

Get the luxury of New Orleans in Queens! Relax on Bourbon Street’s rooftop for a brunch or dinner experience, complete with Southern Louisiana classics like gumbo, shrimp and grits, crawfish, oysters, po-boys and more. For a full experience, spring for the Gather Four Course Meal option, only served on Thursdays and Sundays. 

Industry Kitchen

70 South St, New York, NY 10005

Industry Kitchen is serving up Father’s Day in style. The chic waterfront restaurant offers gorgeous views of the East River and a special Father’s Day menu. Dine on appetizers of chicken cobb salad and beer braised pork sliders, Maine crab cake benedicts or surf and turf for your main course and a slice of chocolate mousse cake for dessert. 

Bubby’s

120 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013

This Father’s Day, you can enjoy the comfort of a home-cooked meal without messing up your own kitchen. Bubby’s serves up American classic comfort foods made from locally sourced ingredients. Be sure to try their pancake flight for breakfast, which features three light and fluffy James Beard pancakes and sweet, fruity toppings. 

Sweet Chick

Multiple Locations

If you have a dad in your life who’s a chicken and waffles fan, this is the spot for you! Sweet Chick offers a ton of different ways to enjoy chicken and waffles: choose from seasoning options including classic, barbecue, soy honey garlic and buffalo. They also have a variety of chicken and fries options, if that’s more your speed. And with locations in Union Square, Williamsburg, Lower East Side, Prospect Heights and Long Island City, there’s no shortage of spots to snag chicken and waffles this Father’s Day. 

Jacob’s Pickles

509 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

This is the ultimate spot for comfort food. Get your hands on breakfast favorites like biscuits and gravy, French toast, chicken and pancakes and more. There’s also no shortage of savory options, including shrimp and bacon grits, catfish tacos and patty melts. 

Blue Smoke

255 Vesey St, New York, NY 10282

Nothing says Father’s Day like barbecue, but that doesn’t mean you have to make it yourself. You can feast on every barbecue staple you can think of, like barbecue chicken, pulled pork, Texas beef brisket, Memphis baby back ribs and more. 

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