The father figure in your life deserves the best. Treat him to a day of delicious food and good company (you!) at Sydney’s top restaurants, give him an experience he’ll remember, or gift him a bottle or gadget to brag to his friends about.
We’ve put together this guide to help you find the perfect spots to wine and dine with him this Father’s Day, along with the best experiences and gifts to show him how much he means to you.
27 Club at Sydney Fringe
Is your dad a rockstar? Get him tickets to rock Father’s Day away this year at 27 Club, live at Sydney Spiegeltent. 27 Club is an epic celebration of the legendary artists who will forever be 27. Expect electrifying music from iconic rock singers including Janis Joplin, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix. This is the 27 Club’s Sydney Fringe debut, having set the tone at the Adelaide Fringe for the last few years. For dad’s sake, don’t miss out! Tickets start at $59, and you can book here.
Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey
Surprise Dad with Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey, and you’ll be his favourite child (we’ve tried it and can say that with confidence!). The extra-aged spirit recognises tradition with a contemporary twist. Elijah Craig delicately blends spicy rye grains and sweet corn, creating a perfect balance of flavour and smoothness. Exuding bold notes of toasted oak, black pepper, and cinnamon with undertones of brown sugar and nutmeg – it’s like heaven on the tongue. Straight up or in a Manhattan, Dad will love it. Purchase his favourite gift here.
Kentucky Owl – The Maighstir Edition
Give Dad an elegant and sophisticated gift this year with Kentucky Owl’s latest blend, Maighstir Edition. If Dad’s a whiskey connoisseur, this will, without a doubt brighten up his Father’s Day. The highly-anticipated blend combines 4,5,8 and 9-year-old Kentucky Straight bourbons, delivering a robust scotch-meets-bourbon experience. Additionally, Dad will experience notes of caramel, toasted oak, dark chocolate, vanilla, rye spice, and citrus with hints of baking spices and dried fruit. Yum! Recommended by the experts to drink neat or on the rocks, the whiskey itself does all the talking. Buy Dad’s next bottle here.
MEATER 2 Plus Meat Thermometer
Level up Dad’s cooking game this year with a Meater 2 Plus Single Probe Thermometer, the best wireless smart meat thermometer in the game. With Smart Temp™ Multisensor technology and Bluetooth 5.2 Long Range, Meater 2 ensures the meat is perfectly cooked, every time. 100% waterproof, designed for direct heat to sustain temperatures up to 550°C, this new gadget is perfect for all weathers. Additionally, it’s made for all cooking methods including deep frying and sous-vide, and with fast charging – Dad will be telling all his friends! Buy Dad’s next gadget here.
From a rock concert to the cooking BBQ tool, one of these restaurants, gifts or experiences is sure to leave the father figure in your life feeling special this September 1st.
Chophouse, Bligh St.
What better place to bring the man of the hour than Sydney’s iconic Steak Street? Chophouse is serving a special Father’s Day lunch this year, kicking off at 12pm. Their seasonal spring menu will be available a la carte, with drool-worthy dishes including confit Ora King salmon and pasture-fed rib on the bone. Expect decadent desserts to finish, with specials to spoil Dad even more! Every booking receives a FREE pair of socks, inspired by our steaks, so Dad can reminisce on the best day of his year every time he wears them! Book to treat Dad here.
Rekōdo, Barangaroo
Dad on the decks? Say no more. Rekōdo is giving dads across Sydney the chance to pick the playlist and be a DJ for the day. Let him show you some “real music”, and forget about life for a while. Rekōdo is welcoming Dad Rock, Dad Jazz, Dad Funk and everything in between with their ‘Dad on the Decks’ event this Father’s Day. Their menu is Japanese-inspired, with skewer specials and Japanese whisky highballs available on the day. Book here.
Mode Kitchen & Bar, Four Seasons Hotel, CBD
Spoil Dad with a 3-course semi-buffet-style lunch in a five-star hotel this Father’s Day. Enjoy an expansive Antipasti platter, paired with a main and dessert for $120pp. Choose from delicious options like grilled O’Connor tenderloin, then a whiskey & chocolate cake to finish off with Dad. Want to spoil him even more? Book him for a night’s stay with Harbour views! Bookings for the hotel’s Family Fun Package on Father’s Day weekend will go into a draw to win a Lavazza coffee machine with a generous supply of pods. Find out more and book here.
Esteban, Temperance Lane
Sarino’s, Baulkham Hills
Head to Sarino’s for an upmarket Italian four-course banquet, guaranteed to knock Dad’s socks off. Their special Father’s Day menu starts with antipasto, followed by a dreamy house-made pasta. For mains, enjoy a crispy-skin barramundi and chargrilled eye fillet. Round it all off with a traditional tiramisu and cannoli for dessert. Yum! Spots are $120pp, with an option to add on Sydney rock oysters and cooked tiger prawns for $30. And, if Dad loves whisky, Sarino’s Whisky Flight Experience is the perfect addition. Find out more and book here.
Antica Dining, North Sydney
RAFI, North Sydney
Spend Father’s Day at RAFI and get FREE Young Henry’s beer for Dad! RAFI is debuting Sunday lunch at their North Sydney venue this Father’s Day from 12pm. Feast on hatted premium steaks, or fresh seafood, promising a memorable afternoon for Dad. Free beer and hatted food – he’ll be chuffed! Read more and book here.
RAFI, URBNSURF
For the dad who loves surfing, RAFI’s URBNSURF venue will be hosting a Father’s Day long lunch with free 4-pines beer for Dad with every booking. Opt for a la carte or banquet dining with veggie, seafood and meat options including a magnificent A5 Wagyu scotch fillet. If you want to treat Dad to a special lunch with a side of surf, RAFI at URBNSURF is the spot! Book here.
Bopp & Tone, Carrington St.
Spend Father’s Day at Bopp and Tone to experience the finer things in life. Try their exquisite a la carte menu, or opt for one of their premium banquets with perfectly paired beverages. Highlights include a 400g, bone-in Kidman premium striploin, MB+ 2-3 for $70pp, and, every booking gets a complimentary schooner of Young Henry’s for Dad! Book to spoil Dad at Bopp & Tone here.
Winghaus
Winghaus is known for having the best wings in town, so if Dad loves chicken wings, Winghaus is as good as it gets! With venues across the city – Barangaroo, Circular Quay and the Entertainment Quarter, Winghaus is easily accessible and has flat-screen TVs in all venues to ensure the sport-loving Dad is in his element. Winghaus also has a tasty Father’s Day offer for the family – for only $70, you’ll get 2 deluxe burgers, 2 portions of crispy fries, 2 kids’ chicken bites baskets and 2 adults & 2 kids’ soft drinks. For the full menu and to book click here.
Munich Brauhaus & The Bavarian
Treat Dad to a hearty feast this September 1st with The Bavarian’s Father’s Day Pack – featuring a warm haus pretzel, a juicy half knuckle, and refreshing beverage for just $39pp. If you’re feeling generous, upgrade to a full knuckle or larger drink for a little extra. Every dad also receives a haus schnapps on arrival – guaranteed to make him smile. Alternatively, head to their sister venue, Munich Brauhaus’ for their $49pp Father’s Day offering, with a full knuckle, haus pretzel, and beer, plus a special treat for Dad. Both promise a day filled with German delights, perfect for celebrating the man of the hour! Book Munich Brauhaus here & The Bavarian here.
Casa Esquina, Balmain
Balmain is sizzling with flame-kissed meats this Father’s Day. Open for both lunch and dinner, Casa Esquina has a special $90pp 6-dish set menu for lunch. This special menu has standouts including porchetta with sausage, herbs stuffing and crackling, and a fried doughnut with spice rub and provolone custard. There will also be a $25pp kids menu available on the day. For dinner, Casa Esquina will offer its regular menu and offerings. Find out more and book Dad’s special day here.
Alegre Bar & Dining, King St. Wharf
Alegre is an upmarket Mexican overlooking the gorgeous King Street wharf, promising exceptional dishes made using primo produce this Father’s Day. If you want to give Dad the gift of to-die-for Mexican food and Harbour views, Alegre is the perfect place to spend Father’s Day. Every time we visit Alegre, we feel like we’re in Tulum! Alegre’s set menus, bottomless offer and a la carte will be available, with a superstar Range Valley Wagyu tomahawk MB5+, 360 days grain-fed, served with guajillo butter, beef jus, mustard, and chimichurri for Dad. Book to dine here.
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