Father's Day Planner

by Citysearch_Staff - 0 Reviews - 2,644 Lists

Updated: May 30, 2008

Father's Day is June 15: From Chicago shops to restaurants, our editors recommend the best ways to treat Dad.

On this page:Chicago Restaurants, Chicago Attractions/Events, Chicago Shops.

Chicago Restaurants

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended RL
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    115 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.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Weber Grill Restaurant
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    539 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Give dad a break from grilling duty at this backyard barbecue favorite in River North.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Va Pensiero
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    1566 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 (map)

    Enjoy a five-course Tuscan-style BBQ, with four wines, for $50 per person at 4:30pm.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Gage Restaurant & Tavern
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    24 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.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Marigold Indian Restaurant
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    4832 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.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Mrs. Murphy and Son's Irish Bistro
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    3905 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)

    Pops and pints go hand in hand at this North Center eatery that tweaks Irish standards.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Brazzaz
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    539 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.

  8. 8 3.5 Star Rating: Average Pump Room Catering
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    1301 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.

  9. 9 3 Star Rating: Average Sixteen
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    401 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.

  10. 10 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Via Ventuno -- CLOSED
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    2110 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616 (map)

    Dads will appreciate dinner at this bordello-esque bistro with a gangster past.

Chicago Attractions/Events

  1. 11 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Wrigley Field
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    1060 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.

  2. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Arlington Park
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    2200 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.

  3. 13 Mystic Blue Dining Cruise
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    600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    On more of a budget? Try this 12:30pm brunch cruise at just $44.90 per person.

  4. 14 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended U.S. Cellular Field
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    333 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.

  5. 15 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island
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    1300 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

    Don't you think Dad would love tickets to the June 20 Chicago/Doobie Brothers concert?

  6. 16 4 Star Rating: Recommended Soldier Field
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    1410 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.

  7. 17 3.5 Star Rating: Average Odyssey Cruises
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    Navy 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.

Chicago Shops

  1. 18 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Jake
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    939 Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    Lesser-known designers get exposure at this hip downtown boutique.

  2. 19 3.5 Star Rating: Average Mark Shale
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    900 N Michigan Ave Ste 3-4, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

  3. 20 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Apartment Number 9
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    1804 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (map)

  4. 21 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Him
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    1653 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (map)

    Bucktown boutique lures male shoppers looking for new duds and a little game of foosball.