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Posted Jun 15, 2022
Dad doesn't ask for much. Day after day, he's there to field questions, help with repairs, dole out words of advice and, at times, loan cash that he doesn't necessarily expect you to repay. This Father's Day, show you appreciate him with the gift of one of Toronto's Best Father's Day Meals. Whether he prefers to be in charge, would rather be doted on, likes tried-and-true tastes or craves surprise at every meal, there's a feast here guaranteed to please.
Carve time out of your schedule this weekend to celebrate your dad, stepdad, granddad, and any and all father figures in your life. From the sporty and supportive to the goofy, the workaholics, the nature fiends, and every type in between, June 19th is their day. Help make it special with one of the best father's day meals in Toronto.
Entertainment District
46 Blue Jays Way
Wahlburgers
American
Available on Father's Day weekend, the Super Summer Bacon Burger Father's Day combo at Wahlburgers is the type of nostalgic, naughty dream dad longs for but is rarely gifted. Each 8-ounce patty is served with smoked Cheddar, crispy onion rings, bacon, roasted corn salsa and bacon aioli. With poutine and dad's choice of draft pint alongside, this combo may just give you the boost you need to finally be declared dad's favourite.
Wahlburgers
Entertainment District
46 Blue Jays Way
Available on Father's Day weekend, the Super Summer Bacon Burger Father's Day combo at Wahlburgers is the type of nostalgic, naughty dream dad longs for but is rarely gifted. Each 8-ounce patty is served with smoked Cheddar, crispy onion rings, bacon, roasted corn salsa and bacon aioli. With poutine and dad's choice of draft pint alongside, this combo may just give you the boost you need to finally be declared dad's favourite.
American
Entertainment District
181 Wellington St W
TOCA
TOCA's Festa Del Pappa is a brunch buffet taking place on Sunday, June 19th. Treat dad to a host of favourites — from seafood and carving stations to sweet and savoury entrees — with the added bonus of beer from Folly Brewing for all fathers in attendance.
TOCA
Entertainment District
181 Wellington St W
TOCA's Festa Del Pappa is a brunch buffet taking place on Sunday, June 19th. Treat dad to a host of favourites — from seafood and carving stations to sweet and savoury entrees — with the added bonus of beer from Folly Brewing for all fathers in attendance.
Etobicoke
9 Old Mill Rd
Old Mill Toronto
With brunch and dinner buffets, along with a "King's Edition" afternoon tea, The Old Mill can help you celebrate dad the way he likes best. Gather the family and toast to the patriarch over plates brimming with favoured dishes, from eggs Benedict and prime rib, to seafood, pastries, and more.
Old Mill Toronto
Etobicoke
9 Old Mill Rd
With brunch and dinner buffets, along with a "King's Edition" afternoon tea, The Old Mill can help you celebrate dad the way he likes best. Gather the family and toast to the patriarch over plates brimming with favoured dishes, from eggs Benedict and prime rib, to seafood, pastries, and more.
Corktown
99 Queen St E
The Carbon Bar
Barbecue
Nobody's disputing dad's title as the family's OG barbecue king. Still, even champs deserve a day off. This Father's Day, treat dad to a Pit Master Platter from The Carbon Bar, complete with pork ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, jalapeño sausages, sides and sauce. The only problem? Dad just might decide to put his feet up more often once he's had a taste.
The Carbon Bar
Corktown
99 Queen St E
Nobody's disputing dad's title as the family's OG barbecue king. Still, even champs deserve a day off. This Father's Day, treat dad to a Pit Master Platter from The Carbon Bar, complete with pork ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, jalapeño sausages, sides and sauce. The only problem? Dad just might decide to put his feet up more often once he's had a taste.
Barbecue
The Broadview Hotel
Fun for the whole family, The Broadview Hotel BBQ features live music, interactive games, heaps of grilled goodies, and a complimentary beer for pop. Taking place in Lincoln Hall and on Lincoln Terrace on June 19th, the event promises to feel like a family barbecue, where everyone can join in the fun.
The Broadview Hotel
Fun for the whole family, The Broadview Hotel BBQ features live music, interactive games, heaps of grilled goodies, and a complimentary beer for pop. Taking place in Lincoln Hall and on Lincoln Terrace on June 19th, the event promises to feel like a family barbecue, where everyone can join in the fun.
The Broadview Bistro + Bar
Father's Day brunch at the Broadview includes a delicious array of menu options, live music and a Michter's Bourbon tasting. Reserve a spot between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. on June 19th, and rest easy knowing dad will be in fabulous hands.
The Broadview Bistro + Bar
Father's Day brunch at the Broadview includes a delicious array of menu options, live music and a Michter's Bourbon tasting. Reserve a spot between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. on June 19th, and rest easy knowing dad will be in fabulous hands.
Fashion District
633 King St W
Oretta
Italian
Most dads don't need more ties, socks, belts or obscure tools designed to improve their hot-dog-grilling success. What they need is forced relaxation, accompanied by beautiful bites, sparkling sippers, and the company of the folks they love most. Treat dad to brunch at Oretta or Oretta Midtown on June 19th, and enjoy a Zeppole al Caffé loaded with house-made coffee gelato. The exclusive treat is only available on Father's Day, so you'll want to reserve now to avoid missing out.
Oretta
Fashion District
633 King St W
Most dads don't need more ties, socks, belts or obscure tools designed to improve their hot-dog-grilling success. What they need is forced relaxation, accompanied by beautiful bites, sparkling sippers, and the company of the folks they love most. Treat dad to brunch at Oretta or Oretta Midtown on June 19th, and enjoy a Zeppole al Caffé loaded with house-made coffee gelato. The exclusive treat is only available on Father's Day, so you'll want to reserve now to avoid missing out.
Italian
Fashion District
550 Wellington St W
1 Kitchen
Celebrate Father's Day at 1 Kitchen with a no-waste brunch that leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to the restaurant's regular menu, there are two specials on offer this weekend in honour of dad. Whether he's a steak and eggs kind of guy or prefers Tater Tot Hash, each farm-to-table offering is guaranteed to please.
1 Kitchen
Fashion District
550 Wellington St W
Celebrate Father's Day at 1 Kitchen with a no-waste brunch that leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to the restaurant's regular menu, there are two specials on offer this weekend in honour of dad. Whether he's a steak and eggs kind of guy or prefers Tater Tot Hash, each farm-to-table offering is guaranteed to please.
Liberty Village
125 E Liberty St
OEB Breakfast Co.
Celebrate Father's Day all month long with OEB's "Bowls & Beer" special. On offer, are three types of OEB poutine, each served with a pint of local beer from Collective Arts Brewing.
OEB Breakfast Co.
Liberty Village
125 E Liberty St
Celebrate Father's Day all month long with OEB's "Bowls & Beer" special. On offer, are three types of OEB poutine, each served with a pint of local beer from Collective Arts Brewing.
O&B At Home
Surprise dad this year with a finish-at-home kit from O&B Grocery. From a tomahawk steak with a smoked pepper rub, to shawarma-spiced chicken skewers, there are plenty of options sure to entice. Add a cocktail kit to your order and dad will want for nothing.
O&B At Home
Surprise dad this year with a finish-at-home kit from O&B Grocery. From a tomahawk steak with a smoked pepper rub, to shawarma-spiced chicken skewers, there are plenty of options sure to entice. Add a cocktail kit to your order and dad will want for nothing.
Mercatto
Dads with a taste for bold wine sipped alongside a perfect slice will thrill at the sight of Mercatto's pizza and wine bundle. Each includes a bottle each of Chianti Classico and Barolo from Profile Wine Group along with your choice of four pizzas for dad to enjoy. Whether he prefers wild boar with roasted peppers, pepperoni, or mushroom with lush béchamel sauce, you'll find the perfect pie for your pop on Mercatto's tempting menu.
Mercatto
Dads with a taste for bold wine sipped alongside a perfect slice will thrill at the sight of Mercatto's pizza and wine bundle. Each includes a bottle each of Chianti Classico and Barolo from Profile Wine Group along with your choice of four pizzas for dad to enjoy. Whether he prefers wild boar with roasted peppers, pepperoni, or mushroom with lush béchamel sauce, you'll find the perfect pie for your pop on Mercatto's tempting menu.
West Queen West
1214 Queen St W
Melody Bar
If regular brunch is too mundane of your dad, treat him to a meal served with a side of Miss Moço at Melody Bar's Father's Day Drag Brunch. Enjoy a menu of brunch faves — from shakshuka to chicken and waffles, classic skillet breakfasts, and more — as you soak in one of city's sassiest, most joyful shows.
Melody Bar
West Queen West
1214 Queen St W
If regular brunch is too mundane of your dad, treat him to a meal served with a side of Miss Moço at Melody Bar's Father's Day Drag Brunch. Enjoy a menu of brunch faves — from shakshuka to chicken and waffles, classic skillet breakfasts, and more — as you soak in one of city's sassiest, most joyful shows.
King West
488 Wellington St W
Marben
Meat-eater, or not, any proud papa will be thrilled to enjoy an evening of quiet comfort at Wellington Street's Marben Restaurant. Opt for chef Chris Locke's grass-fed beef John's Burger, or the team's Tempeh Quinoa Burger, pair each with a chilled pint, fries and the pleasure of your company, and you'll know exactly what to gift dad next year.
Marben
King West
488 Wellington St W
Meat-eater, or not, any proud papa will be thrilled to enjoy an evening of quiet comfort at Wellington Street's Marben Restaurant. Opt for chef Chris Locke's grass-fed beef John's Burger, or the team's Tempeh Quinoa Burger, pair each with a chilled pint, fries and the pleasure of your company, and you'll know exactly what to gift dad next year.
West Queen West
1198 Queen St W
J’s Steak Frites
If dad's a stickler for value, quality and convenience, J's Steak Frites will impress at every turn. With a menu that includes one item — Steak Frites — at a price point that feels like a steal, dad will be able to enjoy every morsel without financial woes ruining his night. Dine in on June 19th, and enjoy pastry chef Tara Tang's ethereal choux bun filled with coffee cream, on the house.
J’s Steak Frites
West Queen West
1198 Queen St W
If dad's a stickler for value, quality and convenience, J's Steak Frites will impress at every turn. With a menu that includes one item — Steak Frites — at a price point that feels like a steal, dad will be able to enjoy every morsel without financial woes ruining his night. Dine in on June 19th, and enjoy pastry chef Tara Tang's ethereal choux bun filled with coffee cream, on the house.
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
d|bar
Be the first to enjoy d|bar's newest dishes this Father's Day. For the occasion, the team has a menu of five new bistro brunch classics sure to entice. Whether you choose Eggs Florentine, Truffle Grilled Cheese, Omelette, Steak & Eggs, or the D|Burger, with caramelized onions and Morbier cheese, you and dad will both eat like royalty.
d|bar
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
Be the first to enjoy d|bar's newest dishes this Father's Day. For the occasion, the team has a menu of five new bistro brunch classics sure to entice. Whether you choose Eggs Florentine, Truffle Grilled Cheese, Omelette, Steak & Eggs, or the D|Burger, with caramelized onions and Morbier cheese, you and dad will both eat like royalty.
Port Lands
275 Cherry St
Cherry Street Bar-B-Que
Barbecue
Cherry St. Bar-B-Que has enough custom Father's Day platters to ensure that dad can put his feet up without fear of running out of barbecue'd goods. From the Family Style platter, for six, to the Big Poppa, you'll find a combo with enough beef back ribs, brisket, bbq chicken, wings, and sides, to fuel a Father's Day to remember.
Cherry Street Bar-B-Que
Port Lands
275 Cherry St
Cherry St. Bar-B-Que has enough custom Father's Day platters to ensure that dad can put his feet up without fear of running out of barbecue'd goods. From the Family Style platter, for six, to the Big Poppa, you'll find a combo with enough beef back ribs, brisket, bbq chicken, wings, and sides, to fuel a Father's Day to remember.
Barbecue
Chef Drop
From breakfasts to desserts, dinners, and more, Chef Drop's comprehensive array of meal kits can suit any craving. Still, the 50-day Dry Aged Bone In Rib Eye dinner from E11even is the most direct way to any grill king's heart. With three, easy-to-prep courses, and a hefty hunk of protein to sizzle, there's no better way to ensure that dad reaches Father's Day nirvana.
Chef Drop
From breakfasts to desserts, dinners, and more, Chef Drop's comprehensive array of meal kits can suit any craving. Still, the 50-day Dry Aged Bone In Rib Eye dinner from E11even is the most direct way to any grill king's heart. With three, easy-to-prep courses, and a hefty hunk of protein to sizzle, there's no better way to ensure that dad reaches Father's Day nirvana.
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
Cafe Boulud
French
Invite dad to brunch at one of the city's swankest spots and we guarantee he'll be impressed. Even more so once he digs into one of the team's Father's Day specials, such as Braised Shortrib Benedict or Steak & Eggs Prime Striploin. Top it all off with a classic bistro dessert, such as profiteroles or warm madeleines, and dad just might be overcome with emotion.
Cafe Boulud
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
Invite dad to brunch at one of the city's swankest spots and we guarantee he'll be impressed. Even more so once he digs into one of the team's Father's Day specials, such as Braised Shortrib Benedict or Steak & Eggs Prime Striploin. Top it all off with a classic bistro dessert, such as profiteroles or warm madeleines, and dad just might be overcome with emotion.
French
Beauty Eats
Beauty Eats has three Father's Day Boxes on offer this year, each filled with enough tasty tidbits to feed a crowd. Opt for the Beauty Fried Chicken, Beauty Brisket or Beauty Mixer Basket and you and the family could be feasting on smoked brisket, deep-dish Detroit-style pizza, corn bread, mac and cheese, tots, even chocolate cake, come June 19th.
Beauty Eats
Beauty Eats has three Father's Day Boxes on offer this year, each filled with enough tasty tidbits to feed a crowd. Opt for the Beauty Fried Chicken, Beauty Brisket or Beauty Mixer Basket and you and the family could be feasting on smoked brisket, deep-dish Detroit-style pizza, corn bread, mac and cheese, tots, even chocolate cake, come June 19th.
Yorkville
162 Cumberland St
Alobar
Each Father's Day Barbecue Box from AloBar includes everything you need — from Caesar salad, and a 32-ounce, bone-in ribeye, to jumbo prawn skewers, and sour cherry cheesecake — to give Father's Day the celebratory feel it deserves. Created for parties of four, each box is available for pre-order pickup on June 19th.
Alobar
Yorkville
162 Cumberland St
Each Father's Day Barbecue Box from AloBar includes everything you need — from Caesar salad, and a 32-ounce, bone-in ribeye, to jumbo prawn skewers, and sour cherry cheesecake — to give Father's Day the celebratory feel it deserves. Created for parties of four, each box is available for pre-order pickup on June 19th.
Junction Triangle
1543 Dupont St
ALMA+GIL
Celebrate Father's Day this year with a lettuce wrap feast from Alma y Gil. Tailor made for one, two or four diners, each feast includes lemongrass beef skewers, sugar cane shrimp, glazed pork jowl and a host of garnishes, sauces and optional add-ons. Order for pick-up or delivery on Father's Day weekend.
ALMA+GIL
Junction Triangle
1543 Dupont St
Celebrate Father's Day this year with a lettuce wrap feast from Alma y Gil. Tailor made for one, two or four diners, each feast includes lemongrass beef skewers, sugar cane shrimp, glazed pork jowl and a host of garnishes, sauces and optional add-ons. Order for pick-up or delivery on Father's Day weekend.
