The Courier-Journal (Louisville)
21 places to grab a meal for Father’s Day around Louisville
It’s time to celebrate Dad on his special day, so why not treat him to an extra special meal? Here are 20+ restaurants in the Louisville area serving special meals or deals sure to put a smile on his face this Father’s Day.
Agave & Rye
WHAT: Celebrate Dad with a twist of tequila and chef-inspired epic tacos. From the plain Jane taco, grilled street tacos, and its new epic smash tacos, Return of the Mac, NY Pizza Pie, Spicy Rangoon and Boss Lady, there is something for everyone at Agave & Rye. The restaurant also serves cheeseburgers, burritos, chopped salad, dessert tacos and sides.
WHERE: 426 Baxter Ave.; 324 E. Main St. New Albany, Indiana
WHEN: June 14 and 15, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; June 16, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available. agaveandrye.com.
BBQ on the Belle with Dad
WHAT: Cruise down the Ohio River on the Belle of Louisville while enjoying music by the Juggernaut Jug Band and BBQ this Father’s Day. WHERE: 401 W. River Road
WHEN: June 16, 1-3 p.m.
COST: $72.99, $70.99 for seniors, $45 for ages 3-12; without meal, $24.99, $22.99 for seniors, $14.99 for ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger.
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Black Jockeys Lounge belleoflouisville.org.
WHAT: The Black Jockeys Lounge is serving a special Father’s Day brunch buffet that includes waffles, bacon, turkey sausage, biscuits and gravy and made-to-order omelets; lunch buffet options, shrimp and grits, jumbo chicken wings and fried catfish. It will also have beer buckets ($20) and bourbon flights.
WHERE: 630 S. Fourth St.
WHEN: June 16, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
COST: $35, $15 for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are suggested. blackjockeyslounge.com.
Bonefish Grill
WHAT: Treat Dad to brunch at Bonefish Grill. The menu includes Bang Bang Shrimp Eggs Benedict, traditional eggs benedict, crème brûlée French toast, shrimp and grits, BFG egg burger and crab and Fontina Cheese Frittata. The regular menu will be available for dinner. Signature cocktails include Bloody Mary, Espresso Martini, Mimosa, or the Sparkling Blueberry Refresher Mocktail.
WHEN: June 16, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; brunch 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: 657 S. Hurstbourne Parkway
MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in and carryout available. Reservations are suggested. bonefishgrill.com.
Capital Grille
WHAT: Take Dad out for a perfectly cooked steak. Capital Grille will serve a 22-ounce prime bone-in ribeye steak with caramelized shallot jus and truffle butter, dry-aged in-restaurant, and hand-cut by the in-house butcher. To ensure a perfect pairing for Father’s Day, Caymus 50th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon will be available to order by the glass.
WHERE: 7600 Shelbyville Road WHEN: June 16, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: The full dinner menu is available all day. To make a reservation, visit TheCapitalGrille.com.
Chef Shaq Kitchen
WHAT: Treat Dad to American cuisine with a twist this Father’s Day. Shaq’s menu includes burgers, fries, catfish, codfish and Nashville hot chicken. The most popular menu items are its chicken sandwiches, whether you go the California route with bacon, lettuce and pickles or take the Nashville hot train. Owner Shaquan McDonald pays tribute to his roots with a “Smoketown Burger” made with barbecue sauce, bacon and onion rings. Appetizers include “Thunder Over Louisville Fries,” topped with queso, bacon, tomato and green onions.
WHERE: 612 S. Fifth St.; 2300 W.
Market St.
WHEN: June 16, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: 502-6501783; chefshaqkitchen.com.
Churchill Downs Father’s Day brunch at the Chef’s Table
WHAT: Bring Dad to the racetrack for horse racing and brunch at the Chef ’s Table.
WHERE: 700 Central Ave.
WHEN: June 16. Gates open at 11:30 a.m.; first race, 12:45 p.m.; brunch 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
COST: Admission starts at $12, additional charge for meal
MORE INFORMATION: churchilldowns.com.
City Barbeque and Catering
WHAT: Celebrate Dad at City Barbecue with its smoked meats including award-winning beef brisket smoked for up to 18 hours. City Barbeque also serves pulled pork and chicken, ribs, turkey, sausage and bone-in chicken, appetizers, sides, salads, desserts and vegetarian options.
WHEN: June 14-15, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; June 16, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: 9429 Viking Center Drive; 4027 Poplar Level Road
MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in and curbside pick-up. citybbq.com.
El Nopal
WHAT: Mexican cuisine and more with drinks to-go. Tacos, fajitas, burritos, quesadillas, tostadas, enchiladas, fried ice cream and more. Imported and domestic beer, daiquiri and margaritas. WHEN: June 16-18
WHERE: multiple locations
MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in or carryout. More locations and information at elnopalmex.com.
First Watch
WHAT: Treat Dad to breakfast or brunch at First Watch. Enjoy the Farmhouse Hash that features two cage-free eggs any style atop fresh, seasoned potatoes, bacon, avocado, house-roasted onions and tomatoes, cheddar, and Monterey Jack, served with whole grain artisan toast. Or try the Smoked Salmon Benedict with two poached cage-free eggs atop toasted ciabatta with Wild Alaska Smoked Sockeye Salmon, red onion, and vine-ripened tomato, covered with hollandaise, and served with lemon-dressed organic mixed greens. Don’t miss the Elevated Egg Sandwich with bacon, an over-easy cage-free egg, Gruyere cheese, fresh smashed avocado, mayo, and lemon-dressed arugula on a brioche bun, served with a side of fresh, seasoned potatoes. Enjoy handcrafted brunch cocktails including the Million Dollar Bloody Mary and fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, all made with the freshest ingredients.
WHERE: All Louisville area locations. WHEN: June 15 and 16, 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: First Watch does not accept reservations, but you can go to firstwatch.com, or download their app and get on the waitlist, or place an online order for delivery or pick up at firstwatch.com.
Franco’s Restaurant & Catering
WHAT: Take Dad out for some soul food classics. Franco’s serves fried catfish, chicken wings, mac and cheese, greens, meatloaf, sweet potato, desserts and more.
WHEN: June 16, noon to 7 p.m. WHERE: 3300 Dixie Highway MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in or carryout. 502-448-8044. yelp.com/biz/ francos-restaurant-and-catering-louisville
Grassa Gramma
WHAT: Treat Dad to an 8-ounce prime, bacon-wrapped sirloin served with a loaded baked potato and French green beans for Father’s Day.
WHEN: June 16, 4-9 p.m.
WHERE: 2210 Holiday Manor Center COST: $35
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are recommended. Must provide a photo of father and children. grassagramma.com.
Joe Huber’s Family Farm & Restaurant
WHAT: Celebrate Father’s Day at Joe Huber’s. Enjoy Huber’s Country Platter Dinner served family style that includes country fried chicken, Huber honey ham, fried biscuits with apple butter, country slaw or summer salad, chicken and dumplings, and mashed potatoes with gravy.
WHERE: 2421 Engle Road, Starlight, Indiana
WHEN: June 16, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. COST: $26.99 for ages 12 and older; $12.99 for ages 4-11
MORE INFORMATION: Dessert is extra. Get Joe’s to Go if you would rather dine at home. joehubers.com.
Le Moo
WHAT: Treat Dad to an 8-ounce prime, bacon-wrapped sirloin served with a loaded baked potato and French green beans.
WHEN: June 16, 5-9 p.m.
WHERE: 2300 Lexington Road COST: $35
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations recommended. lemoorestaurant.com.
Momma’s Mustard, & Pickles BBQ
WHAT: Take Dad to Momma’s Mustard, Pickles and BBQ, which was listed in the book “The Top 100 BBQ Restaurants in America.” Its beef ribs were listed as the second best in the country and the wings were called the best in America. Momma’s serves pulled pork and chicken, smoked sausage and turkey, brisket, bologna, meatloaf, sides and dessert. And of course, Momma’s fried pickles.
WHERE: 102 Bauer Ave.; 119 S Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: June 14-15, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; June 16, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: mommasbbq.com.
Melting Pot
WHAT: Let dad dip his heart out with Forever Fondue Endless Entrée which includes a three-course fondue experience complete with salad, entrée and decadent chocolate fondue. Choose between the land and sea entrée, garlic pepper steak, herb-crusted chicken breast, shrimp and Atlantic salmon; steak lovers, teriyaki-marinated, garlic pepper, and brown sugar bourbon rubbed steak and classic entrée, shrimp, Memphis-style dry rub pork, teriyaki-marinated steak, garlic pepper steak, and herb-crusted chicken breast.
WHERE: 2045 S. Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: June 16, noon to 9 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: meltingpot.com
Mesh Louisville
WHAT: Mesh Louisville is offering a special Father’s Day buffet featuring a hot line buffet, made-to-order omelets, pulled pork sliders, shrimp cocktail, split crab legs, and more.
WHERE: 3608 Brownsboro Road WHEN: June 16, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; brunch, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: meshrestaurants.com.
Metro Diner
WHAT: Metro Diner is serving a variety of juicy burgers, all made with 100% Angus beef. The new burger lineup includes The Wisconsin Burger, burger, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, and white cheddar cheese curds, topped with brown gravy; Tender Stack Burger, burger, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, and a crispy chicken tender, topped with a Creole teriyaki sauce; and El Chorizo Burger, burger blended with crumbled chorizo sausage, American cheese, onions and peppers, topped with lettuce, tomato, American cheese, and chipotle ranch. All are served with a pickle and side.
WHERE: 4901 Outer Loop, #100 WHEN: June 16, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: metrodiner. com.
Mike Linnig’s
WHAT: Treat Dad to fish and more at Mike Linnig’s, which has been serving seafood since 1925. Choose from fish, clams, oysters, scallops, Alaskan snow crab legs, alligator, frog legs, salmon, sides, their famous onion rings, and dessert.
WHEN: June 14-15, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; June 16, noon to 9 p.m.
WHERE: 9308 Cane Run Road MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in and carryout. Orders can be phoned in or placed inside. 502-937-9888; 502-9371235; mikelinnigsrestaurant.com.
River House Restaurant & Raw Bar
WHAT: Celebrate Dad at Louisville’s premier riverfront dining destination for a special Father’s Day brunch. Enjoy the view while dining. Full menu available all day with fresh seafood. WHERE: 3015 River Road
WHEN: June 16, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; brunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are recommended. 502-897-5000; riverhouselouisville.com.
Village Anchor
WHAT: Treat Dad to an 8-ounce prime, bacon-wrapped sirloin served with a loaded baked potato and French green beans.
WHEN: June 16, 5-10 p.m. WHERE: 11507 Park Road, Anchorage COST: $35
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are recommended. Must provide a photo with father and child/children. villageanchor.com.
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