Father’s Day is coming on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Although not as popular as Mother’s Day for the restaurant business, local businesses are still marking the occasion with brunch specials and deals. The holiday has been celebrated in the U.S.A. since at least 1910, according to Time. Here are some choices on where to celebrate Father’s Day in Tampa Bay:
Restaurants/Dining:
- The Left Bank Bistro: Elevate your Father’s Day brunch in style in St. Petersburg with Chef Jermaine’s culinary masterpiece – Oeufs Cocottes. Start with a crock of short rib bliss, topped with Gruyère cheese, mornay sauce, and a perfectly baked egg, served with crispy brioche toast sticks. More information at theleftbankbistro.com. 1225 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.
- The Rusty Pelican: One of Tampa’s most popular brunch spots is offering a four-course brunch for Father’s Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Upgrades are available as well. Reservations are now available online at therustypelicantampa.com. The cost is $86 per person for adults and $35 per person for children. Guests should expect a variety of brunch items and seafood dishes. 2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607
- Yacht StarShip: Yacht StarShip is pretty good about covering most holidays with special cruises on the water. For Father’s Day the cruise company is offering brunch and dinner in both Tampa and Clearwater. Cruises usually include food, refreshments, live music and more. There are still plenty of spots available at yachtstarship.com, but act quickly if interested because their special events cruise usually sells out. Multiple locations.
- Fleming’s Steakhouse: Select from their Filet Mignon with a choice of Crab-Stuffed Shrimp Scampi or Lobster Tail Scampi starting at $88. Upgrade with their Prime Surf & Turf featuring 20 oz. USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye and Lobster Tail for $112 or really treat Dad with their Prime Event featuring a 35 oz. USDA Prime Tomahawk and Lobster Tail for $143. All entrees include salad and dessert. Reservations available on OpenTable. Menu available from Friday, June 14 to Monday, June 17. Open early Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16. 4322 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa, FL.
- The Vinoy: Spoil dad with an exclusive Father’s Day brunch, featuring gourmet dishes and premium libations, in an exquisite setting of the Vinoy Grand ballroom in St. Petersburg. The cost for brunch is $160+ for adults and $55+ for kids ages 3 to 12. Children 2 and under complimentary. Guests enjoy complimentary Valet Parking. Reservations available on OpenTable. 501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL.
- Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse: Bring Dad to Terra Gaucha from June 16 to June 20, and he’ll receive a dining card worth one complimentary meal for his next visit. The offer goes past Father’s Day for those who might want to come in later. Offer is not valid on other holidays. 1108 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629.
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