Where to treat Dad this Father’s Day

As regulations lift, vaccines are distributed, and that familiar Chicago heat returns, it is relieving to watch our city come back to life. Father’s Day weekend is right around the corner, and many small businesses are taking this opportunity to provide their communities with great Father’s Day deals lasting all weekend long. We made a list of some of the best Father’s Day specials from the city to the suburbs to help narrow down your options.

Complimentary Wings for Dad at Bartoli’s Pizzeria
On Sunday, June 20, Chicagoans can treat dad to Bartoli’s Pizzeria, with locations in Roscoe Village (1955 W. Addison St) and West Town (658 N. Ashland Ave). All customers will receive a complimentary order of small Buffalo Wings for Dad with the mention of “Father’s Day” when they place an order of $30 or more.* Dad will enjoy eight large wings with a choice of mild, spicy, or barbecue sauce served with celery and blue cheese or ranch dipping sauce.

U.S Open Viewing Parties at The Graystone Tavern & The Rambler Kitchen + Tap

Catering to all the golf-loving dads, sister bars The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville (3441 N Sheffield Ave) and The Rambler Kitchen + Tap ( 4128 N Lincoln Ave) in North Center will each host a Father’s Day U.S. Open watch party with a golf bag giveaway from Thursday, June 17 through Sunday, June 20 beginning at 11 a.m. daily.

At Graystone Tavern, the golf championship will be shown on 16 TVs throughout including six TVs in the outdoor beer garden. Drink specials will include $4 Miller Lite Drafts and $5 Jim Beam Peach and Apple shots. All guests will receive FREE raffle tickets for grand prizes like a Miller Lite Golf Bag, Jim Beam Black Golf Bag, Graystone branded golf balls, and more.

The Rambler will broadcast the championship on 20 TVs throughout the bar and beer garden. Drink specials will include $5 Corona Premier drafts, $5 Leinenkugel Summer Shandy drafts, $5 Truly and a golf-themed cocktail menu. Guests will receive FREE raffle tickets for grand prizes like a Leinenkugel Golf Bag, Corona Premier Black Golf Bag, and more.

“Dad’s Best Friend” Father’s Day Special at Rewired
Perfect for the dad who is also a dog lover, Rewired Pizza Cafe & Bar in Edgewater (1100 W Thorndale) will offer a “Dad’s Best Friend” pizza and beer special this Father’s Day. For $32, guests will enjoy a large specialty pizza and a six pack of Lulu Lager. Earlier this year, Rewired partnered with Empirical Brewery to create an exclusive “Lulu Lager” canned brew in honor of Rewired owner Daniel Barat’s rescue dog, Lulu.

Rewired offers seven specialty pizzas like a Philly Cheese Steak Pizza with white sauce, mozzarella cheese, Philly cheesesteak, peppers and onions, an Al Pastor Pizza with al pastor pork, pineapple, pickled onion, cilantro and green salsa, and a Fried Chicken Pizza with house fried chicken, bell pepper, cheddar, and ranch. Specials can be enjoyed on their new dog-friendly patio.

Father’s Day Take & Bake Brunch Special at Scratchboard Kitchen
For those wanting to celebrate at home, Scratchboard Kitchen in Arlington Heights (5 W. Campbell St) is offering “Take and Bake Brunch Kits” for pickup on Saturday, June 19.
The $100 brunch kit serves four people and has everything needed to reheat and bake a fresh brunch for Dad on Sunday morning. The kit includes Fruit Salad with lime vinaigrette, Shrimp Aguachile, Breakfast Burritos with scrambled eggs, beans, potato, carnitas, salsa, avocado and cabbage slaw, and Cinnamon Rolls. Add-ons include Biscuits and Gravy, Caviar Board with donut holes and onion dip, and pastry selections including Roasted Strawberry and Rosemary Scones, Wild Berry Pop-Tarts, a Gluten-Free Butter Rum Loaf with coconut icing, Cherry Vanilla Clafoutis and Biscuits (half dozen).

Al Fresco Wine Tasting at Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar
For the fathers who enjoy the finer things in life, Chicagoans can treat Dad to an alfresco wine tasting on the patio at Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar in Andersonville (5553 N Clark St) on Saturday, June 19. Uvae will host an in-person wine tasting on their intimate flower-lined sidewalk patio for $30 per person. The tasting will focus on wines from Oregon and will be socially distanced with 6-foot spacing between tables on the patio.

The event features 4 four-ounce pours and will be led by Uvae Sommeliers and guest winemakers. Small bite add-ons include a Cheese Plate ($15), Cheese & Charcuterie Plate ($20), and Duck Pâté ($12). For more information and to register, visit http://uvaechicago.com/home/virtual-wine-tastings/.

WhirlyBall’s offers their Summer Series Package this Father’s Day
For the more adventurous dad, WhirlyBall in Chicago, Naperville and Vernon Hills will offer a Summer Series package this Father’s Day weekend which includes a special deal on entertainment paired with food and drink. Reservations are strongly recommended. Guests can choose from three packages including:

• Fun Daze: $20 per person includes one hour of WhirlyBall, Bowling or LaserTag + pizza
• Good Times: $30 per person includes one hour of WhirlyBall, Bowling or LaserTag + pizza and two appetizers
• Game On: $45 per person includes one hour of WhirlyBall, Bowling or LaserTag + pizza, two appetizers and two hours of beer and wine.