The year has flown by and September is right around the corner (let’s be real, it will be September tomorrow!). And… do you know what that means… does the first Sunday of September ring a bell?
Let me give you a big hint… Father’s Day is fast approaching. (Oops did you forget?)
Haven’t bought him any gifts? Too late for last-minute shopping? Not sure what to get him? Does he have enough of “World’s Best Dad” and “#1 Dad” socks, mugs, and t-shirts? Don’t worry we have you covered! Hidden City Secrets has done all the research for you and looked into our dad-a-base to spoil him with a Father’s Day delicious treat. After all, we want him to have a MUG-nificent day without buying him a mug. And you can’t go wrong with good food.
631-633 Church St, Richmond
Baby Pizza is serving up a not-so-baby feast to treat your dad this Father’s Day. Let your dad enjoy some Father’s Day specials like Appellation Oysters, Baked W.A Scallops, and Chargrilled Spatchcock to share. As well as a selection of Baby faves with their Banchetto Menu or Dine À La Carte. You couldn’t find a GRATER gift for Dad, like they say “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach”.
Treat the men in your life who have the biggest PIZZA of your heart. (Yes, can you see what I’m doing there… this article is LOADED with dad jokes. I know – how fitting!)
308-320 City Rd, Southbank
Is your dad a sophisticated wine man? This Father’s Day, take your dad to Edwin for a Victorian food and wine safari. At Edwin Wine Bar you can spoil your dad with a real fancy schmancy fine dining experience.
Edwin’s is offering three courses of the freshest seasonal ingredients paired with Victoria’s top wines from its exclusive Victorian wine list; allowing your Dad to experience the best the state has to offer.
For $59 per person, lunch or dinner will include an entree, main, and a dessert with matching wines for each course. For $25 per person, children’s meal options are also available.
Although bookings are recommended, walk-ins are always welcome.
It’s o-FISH-cial, take your REEL cool dad to this GRAPE place!
44 Little Bourke St, Melbourne
In honour of Father’s Day, Longrain has put together a set menu for a special lunch banquet just for Dad!
Start Dad off with snacks like Beef Rendang Cigars followed by a hearty Curry with Pork Belly then Chargrilled Porterhouse and so much more!
Check out their website for all the details on the special menu. Sittings begin at noon for $95pp for adults and $30pp for children under 12. This modern Thai cuisine is made for the sit-down gathering with the fam enjoyed on communal dining tables, perfect for shared dishes.
Take your dad to eat because he takes CURRY of you!
Level 1/11 Collins St, Melbourne
The traditional Mexican restaurant, Mamasita, has teamed up with Bluebonnet for a very special Father’s Day lunch event on Sunday 4th of September at 1 pm.
Treat your Dad to a 5-course banquet for $89 per person or +$59 with matching wines or agave spirits. This NACHO average dad gift that’s for sure!
Oriental Teahouse
455 Chapel St, South Yarra
378 Little Collins St, Melbourne
DIM SUM-body say it’s Father’s Day! To show the incredible men in our lives some appreciation, Oriental Teahouse is hosting their annual Father’s Day Yum Cha.
Experience a family feast like no other with a wide selection of delectable dumplings and yum cha favourites! Yum Cha lunch seatings will be available at 10:30am, 12:30pm, and 2:30pm.
Oriental Teahouse is adding a little extra magic with their ‘We love You-Zu Dad’ upgrade, treating him to their signature Yuzu Negroni upon arrival. This is for all the dads who WOK!
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3 Freshwater Place Queensbridge Square Queensbridge Street, Southbank
Treat Dad with an indulging delectable, mouth-watering steak and a carefully curated wine list at The Meat & Wine Co.
Offering an exclusive premium steak fit for a king, the Meat & Wine Co wants to help you spoil Dad over the Father’s Day weekend to guarantee you show him how loved he is. Take your dad out to enjoy a Southern Range Rib-Eye 500g MB4+ Split Bone, which they have paired beautifully with the exquisite 2016 Heathcote Estate ‘Museum Release’ Shiraz.
This will for sure put a smile on his face and an exceptional meal in his belly to prove to him that he is the RAREST of them all.
Flinders Street &, Swanston St, Melbourne
This Father’s Day, experience one of Melbourne’s finest views, with a 180-degree panorama of the city skyline, the Yarra River and the Arts Precinct. Taxi Kitchen delivers contemporary Australian cuisine with a hint of Asian influence.
Exclusively for Father’s Day, the chefs at Taxi Kitchen have prepared an exquisite 4-course sharing meal for $85 per person. This set menu includes a Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder and sides such as their signature Baked Half-shell Scallops and Roasted Kipfler!
To make his special day unforgettable, toast the occasion with a glass of his favourite drink at Taxi Kitchen and indulge in gourmet flavours. We want Dads to have a SPUD-tacular day and it’s the only day of the year, Dads can be a little SHELL-fish!
162-168 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
The George on Collins has prepared a Father’s Day special for $75 per person. This banquet includes a 6-course meal, along with rice and roti, plus they have vegan and kid’s menus available.
The George on Collins will be putting on a show with live music keeping Dad entertained and each guest will receive a complimentary Gentlemen Jack cocktail as part of the Father’s Day special.
Get this, there is even a shoe shiner on site to make sure the shoes are looking spick and span. We adore everything a-BAO Dad and everything he does!
Are you finding a last-minute booking and some places have booked out?
However, we have you covered. If you need any more ideas, check out our restaurant section.
