Last-Minute Ideas for Father’s Day 2023

Father’s Day is this weekend. Still don’t have any plans? No worries: We’ve rounded up some last-minute ideas for the holiday.

Bayshore Club

Take your dad for the ultimate waterfront Father’s Day dining experience — Enjoy the $30 special offering a hand-rolled cigar paired with a refreshing glass of whiskey. Separately, try Bayshore Club’s special menu for Father’s Day, featuring Baked Oysters with shallots, garlic, bacon butter and pecorino-romano for $28, Daddy’s Tomahawk for $180 with 36oz fire-roasted tomahawk, truffle paste, seasonal veggies and chimi, and drunken banana upside down cake for $16.

COTE Miami

Treat Dad to an unforgettable meal at MICHELIN-starred COTE Miami this Father’s Day and a special take-home gift of COTE’s a proprietary salt blend, carefully composed of British Maldon salt, Himalayan pink salt, and Korean thousand-day sea salt.

Have the family join in and experience the Butcher’sFeast ($68 per person ++), a thoughtfully priced offering that provides guests with a tour of COTE’s finest plates featuring four selected of USDA Prime and American Wagyu with an array of Korean accompaniments including pickled seasonal vegetables and salads; fresh Red Leaf Lettuce with Ssaam-jang; fluffy Savory Egg Soufflé; Two Stews with Rice; followed by Soft Serve ice cream topped with soy sauce caramel for dessert. In addition to their a la carte menu, COTE Miami will also serve up exciting extra aged cuts.

JohnMartin’s

If you’re looking for a tasty Father’s Day brunch to take Dad to, JohnMartin’s is the place to go. JohnMartin’s Sunday Brunch Specials include Bottomless Select Beers, Mimosas, and Bellinis for $30; and various brunch dishes. Some JohnMartin’s Brunch Classics include the Irish Benedict, the Breakfast Burger, and the Irish Breakfast Skillet. For later in the evening, try out some of the signature JohnMartin’s dishes that are a refreshed take on traditional Irish recipes. Be sure to add JohnMartin’s to your Father’s Day “to do with Dad” list.

Joliet

This Father’s Day, don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty at Miami Beach seafood bistro and garden, Joliet. The Southern inspired restaurant will offer a New Orleans inspired, family-style Father’s Day Seafood Boil on Sunday, June 18th from 5pm – 9pm for $80 per person. Cocktails, wine and beer will be available for purchase a la carte. Reservations recommended.

Klaw

Celebrate Father’s Day at Klaw – the Edgewater hotspot known for serving the most decadent of dishes from both land and sea. Available all day in the rooftop and dining room, guests can soak in the unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay while indulging in Klaw’s Father’s Day special, The Annex – a new specialty cocktail expertly crafted with a bourbon blend, sweet vermouth, maple verjus, and aromatic bitters. Pair this delicious sip, with one of Klaw’s signature steaks from the restaurant’s carefully curated, dry-aged in-house beef rearing program which includes a tender 30 oz Porterhouse, 25 oz bone in ribeye, 16 oz striploin, amongst others all served with an exquisite truffle or peppercorn sauce.

LEKU

Give your father the royal treatment this Father’s Day at LEKU, the MICHELIN-recognized concept known for bringing the pleasures of eating in Spain’s enchanting Côte Basque. Enjoy their Sunday brunch service within their whimsical indoor and outdoor setting adorned with artistic masterpieces at every corner.

Enjoy Executive Chef Carlos Garcia’s special Father’s Day offerings including Roasted Veal Shank ($150, serves 4), an ode to his family who have passed this recipe down from generation to generation. Alternatively, feast on a Whole Suckling Pig ($500, serves 6) available for pre-order. Both family-style plates include French fries, mushrooms and salad.

Loews Coral Gables Hotel

This Father’s Day, treat Dad to an exclusive, hands-on grilling class with Loews Coral Gables Executive Chef Ricardo Jarquin. Participants will learn the tips and tricks of the trade for grilling steak like a pro at this outdoor class, complete with grill stations, a special mixology lesson and lunch.

Cooking class includes the following:
• Step-by-step instruction on proper grilling techniques for steak
• Tips about seasoning, cooking and food pairing
• All set up and ingredients on our 9th floor Event Lawn
• Steak grading and how to select the proper cut

Complete the day with lunch at Americana Kitchen for the ultimate Father’s Day experience. Space is limited – get tickets now. Only 8 spots available.

Loews Miami Beach Hotel

Treat Dad to a special dinner in South Beach this Father’s Day featuring all of his favorite flavors. The a la carte add on Father’s Day menu at Bar Collins includes Key West shrimp toast ($21), short ribs ($75) and a decadent chocolate layer cake ($12).

Available Sunday, June 18 from 5-11pm at Bar Collins

Mehzcla at The Balfour Hotel

Head to Miami’s South of Fifth neighborhood for an indulging Father’s Day brunch at Mehzcla located at The Balfour Hotel. The new daily brunch combines a variety of Latin-American culinary influences with menu items including Miami Benedict ($21), a South Florida spin on the classic dish paired with Cuban toast and tangy mojo pork in a cilantro hollandaise sauce; and the Cauliflower Power Bowl ($18), made with roasted cauliflower, ancient grains, tuscan kale and calabaza in green goddess dressing.

Other brunch menu highlights include the Mojo Pork Hash ($18), a savory mix of Mehzcla’s mojo pork served with potatoes, onions, peppers and poached eggs; or the Tofu Perico ($14), scrambled tofu with green onions, sweet onions, Roma tomato, crispy fingerlings and guasacaca.

Orno

Orno, the ingredient-focused restaurant at THesis Hotel Miami in Coral Gables, is the perfect place to treat Dad this Father’s Day. Orno is a true farm-to-table restaurant concept heavily focused on fresh, quality ingredients sourced directly from five-time James Beard Award nominee Chef Niven Patel’s backyard farm, Rancho Patel, in nearby Homestead.

The brunch menu takes guests on a gastronomic journey with innovative twists on traditional fare, including the Ricotta Pancakes ($17), topped with strawberries and Vermont syrup; Grilled Wagyu Steak ($29), served with wood-roasted farm eggs, Yukon potatoes and chimichurri; Maine Lobster Toast ($32), topped with avocado, farm egg, everything spice and chili oil; and Housemade Pastrami Benedict ($23), served with hollandaise, poached farm egg and latkes.

Guests can indulge in a boozy Sunday, as bottomless Moët Brut and Rose champagne will be available ($75/person) for up to two hours. Fresh orange juice and peach purée will be provided to make Mimosas and Bellinis.

Pura Vida

In celebration of Father’s Day, Pura Vida is launching an exclusive Gluten Free Cacao Espresso Tart to treat the health-conscious Dad in your life on their special day.

Available across all Pura Vida locations from June 16-18, the Cacao Espresso Tart will feature cacao and espresso-flavored cream and crumbles with Maldon sea salt on top. Perfect alongside a variety of artisanal coffees, teas, smoothies, and more, this gluten-free item is one Dad will surely enjoy!

Quinto

At the EAST Miami hotel in Brickell, Quinto is an elevated South American terrace restaurant offering guests polished service, robust and flavorful food, – rendered in its signature open-fire-style kitchen – and a unique combination of rustic charm and casual comfort. From 12pm – 3:30pm on Father’s Day, treat dad to a full South American Buffet.

Priced at $79++ per person and $28++ per child, guests will also have access to signature raw bar and “a La Parrilla” specials. A complimentary signature drink for fathers will be available including Old Fashioned’s and Rum Cuban’s. Guests can choose to upgrade to the 2-hour free flow package for $39++ per person. Live music by Trio Salsason throughout the afternoon, with traditional Cuban music, salsa, danzón, and rumba.

R House

Situated in the heart of Wynwood Arts District, one of Miami’s most culturally dense neighborhoods, R House is a contemporary restaurant & bar heralded for its soulful dinner offerings, as well as its bustling weekend brunch scene and evening programming. The Wynwood institution is known best for its modern Latin American plates, extravagant drag performances and lively atmosphere inspired by the vivacious flavors of Miami. On Sunday, June 18, R House is calling all of the papis for “Papi Brunch”. The papi brunch, co hosted by Score Nightclub, will feature live drag performances and special guests.

Root & Bone

Feast on All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken at Root & Bone, featuring Root & Bone’s award-winning signature fried chicken with Tabasco honey sauce. Also enjoy a big salad for the table, corn bread, gooey cheddar Mac & Cheese, — All offered for $55/person for adults, $27/person for kids, and anyone under three years old eats free.

Rum Room

In honor of fathers everywhere, Rum Room presents an irresistible Father’s Day Special. From Friday through Sunday, guests can indulge in a perfectly grilled 28 oz ribeye, seasoned with smoked salt and accompanied by a delectable chimichurri, sofrito butter, and roasted garlic.

This remarkable culinary masterpiece is available for $125, offering a memorable dining experience that will leave a lasting impression. For appetizers, enjoy delicious truffled Chicken Croquettes for just $10. The Father’s Day Special will be available throughout the entire weekend (Friday, June 16 – Sunday, June 18), providing ample opportunity to celebrate fathers and create cherished memories.

The Rusty Pelican

This Father’s Day, Rusty Pelican Miami is offering an unforgettable four-course prix-fixe brunch and seasonal dinner menu. The menu ($98 for adults and $35 for children) features a variety of signature brunch favorites such as Steak & Eggs, Fried Chicken & Waffle and more. Plus, diners can toast to Dad with Rusty Pelican’s one-of-a-kind mimosas (+$30 per person).

Stiltsville Fish Bar

Indulge in the Dad’s Tasting Menu which includes 3 specialty courses for $55, or to enjoy as individual specials! Enjoy the Crunchy Soft-Shell Crab for $19 as the appetizer, made with Beer Tempura soft shell crab, mango + jicama slaw and Yuzu Habanero aioli; Steak & Eggs for $35, made with chargrilled 10 oz ribeye, two eggs any way you want em’, verde hollandaise, Causa potatoes and with the option of a crab cake ($7 extra); Bananas Fosters Bread Pudding for dessert, served at $12.

Toro Toro

Treat Dad like a king this Father’s Day at Toro Toro, Chef Richard Sandoval’s Pan-Latin steakhouse located downtown at the iconic InterContinental Miami. On Sunday, June 18 from Noon to 4PM, Toro Toro is celebrating with the ultimate unlimited brunch and live performances by legendary guitarist Carlos Andrade. Brunch is priced at $99++ per person; $45++ per child ages 4 – 12.

The enhanced culinary experience, curated by Executive Chef Armando Febles, features an array of action stations including a specialty Rodizio de la Parrilla featuring grilled cuzco chicken, citrus-chipotle pork ribs, picanha, NY strip steaks, whole grouper, prime rib and bone-in pork loin. Guests will have the option to upgrade their meal with unlimited Rodizio de la Parilla paired with a Whiskey Flight for $42 per adult. Brunch will also offer a Salad Bar, Traditional Breakfast Station, Cevicheria Bar and Seafood Station offering shrimp cocktail, fresh oysters, mussels and sushi.

For a sweet finish, brunch will feature a Dessert Station offering an indulgent variety of Pan-Latin cakes and specialties.

Tropezon

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Andalusian gin and tapas bar located in the corridors of Miami Beach’s Espanola Way. The intimate restaurant will offer a spectacular Father’s Day Family-style Dinner with specials such as the Ribeye Special ($75) and Whole Branzino Special ($65). Tropezon’s gin infusions, sherry, and cocktails are not-to-be-missed. Dinner will take place on Sunday, June 18th from 5pm-9pm. Reservations recommended.

Zuma

Zuma Miami is offering their famed weekend brunch complete with delicious bites to celebrate dad this Father’s Day. Indulge in mouth-watering dishes including Zuma’s famed 5 oz hanger steak with shiso chimichurri, jumbo tiger prawn accompanied by yuzu pepper, roasted lobster with shiso ponzu butter, and more. Starting at $120pp, Zuma offers four brunch packages to choose from – classic, signature, seasonal, and premium – with additional add-ons available.