Father's Day Planner
Updated: March 12, 2009
Father's Day is June 15: From Chicago shops to restaurants, our editors recommend the best ways to treat Dad.
On this page:Chicago Shops, Chicago Attractions/Events, Chicago Restaurants.
Chicago Shops
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Him
Read Reviews1653 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (map)
Bucktown boutique lures male shoppers looking for new duds and a little game of foosball.
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Apartment Number 9
Read Reviews1804 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (map)
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Jake
Read Reviews939 Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
Lesser-known designers get exposure at this hip downtown boutique.
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Mark Shale
Read Reviews900 N Michigan Ave Ste 3-4, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
Chicago Attractions/Events
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Odyssey Cruises
Read ReviewsNavy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
Three cruises are set for Father's Day--9:30am ($54.90 per person), 1:30pm ($59.90) and 5pm ($79.90). Meals are included. And Dad gets a free cocktail.
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U.S. Cellular Field
Read Reviews333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616 (map)
The Sox battle the Colorado Rockies on Father's Day weekend, with fireworks after the games on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Arlington Park
Read Reviews2200 W Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 (map)
Trifecta anyone? Treat Dad to a day with the ponies at this immaculate horse-racing track. First race is 1pm.
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Mystic Blue Dining Cruise
Write a review600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
On more of a budget? Try this 12:30pm brunch cruise at just $44.90 per person.
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Soldier Field
Read Reviews1410 S Museum Campus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)
Bring Dad to the home of the Bears for brunch, then a chance to kick a field goal. Seatings are 10am and 12pm, at $50 per person. Call (312) 235-7096 for reservations.
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Stadium Club at Wrigley Field
Read Reviews1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)
The Cubbies are on the road for Father's Day weekend, but dear old Dad would love to get some tix to the June 20-22 sold-out Cubs-Sox series at Wrigley.
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Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island
Read Reviews1300 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)
Don't you think Dad would love tickets to the June 20 Chicago/Doobie Brothers concert?
Chicago Restaurants
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Weber Grill Restaurant
Read Reviews539 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
Give dad a break from grilling duty at this backyard barbecue favorite in River North.
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RL
Read Reviews115 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
Ralph Lauren's signature restaurant is the perfect place to show dad you love him with a steak and signature polo in the neighboring boutique.
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Pump Room Catering
Read Reviews1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
A decadent brunch (including a champagne cocktail) will be offered at this Chicago legend, 11:30am-2pm, $45 per person.
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Marigold Indian Restaurant
Read Reviews4832 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60640 (map)
Try the Mixed Grill Thali--an Indian-spiced combo of shrimp, chicken and lamb chops for $25.95.
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Brazzaz
Read Reviews539 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
Meat, meat and more meat. Brunch (11am03pm) is $38.50 per person, while dinner (4pm-9:30pm) is $48.50.
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Va Pensiero
Read Reviews1566 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 (map)
Enjoy a five-course Tuscan-style BBQ, with four wines, for $50 per person at 4:30pm.
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Via Ventuno
Read Reviews2110 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616 (map)
Dads will appreciate dinner at this bordello-esque bistro with a gangster past.
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Sixteen
Read Reviews401 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
Experience brunch prepared by The Donald's people. Sure, it's a whopping $95 per person, but it includes NY strip steak, lamb, Belgian beer and more.
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Mrs. Murphy and Son's Irish Bistro
Read Reviews3905 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)
Pops and pints go hand in hand at this North Center eatery that tweaks Irish standards.
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Gage Restaurant & Tavern
Read Reviews24 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603 (map)
Spend a leisurely Father's Day in Millenium Park, then head over to this handsome New American tavern for earthy fare.
