Here are 15+ spots around Louisville to grab some grub with Dad for Father's Day
Gege ReedIt's dad's special day, so why not treat him to an extra special meal or event? Here are 15-plus restaurants and businesses in the Louisville area that are serving up special meals or deals sure to put a smile on his face this Father's Day 2019.
Belle of Louisville
WHAT: Father’s Day BBQ Lunch Cruise. Buffet and a full bar and concession stand.
WHERE: Fourth and River Road
WHEN: 1-3 p.m. June 16
COST: Lunch and cruise: tickets start at $39.10, $38.16 seniors, $26.16 for ages 4-12
MORE INFORMATION:belleoflouisville.org
Beck’s Mill
WHAT: Dads will receive a sample bag of Beck’s Mill cornmeal and a special recipe to batter the fish. Enjoy mill tours and hiking.
WHERE: 4433 S. Beck’s Mill Road, Salem, Indiana
WHEN: 1-4 p.m. June 16
COST: Admission is $5, free for ages 16 and younger are admitted free with a paid admission
MORE INFORMATION: 812-896-3447
Big Momma’s Soul Food Kitchen
WHAT: Celebrate Father's Day with a home-cooked meal.
WHERE: 4532 W. Broadway
WHEN: Noon to 7 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: Information contact Sheryl Fox, 502-772-9580 or 502-822-8021.
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Bonefish Grill
WHAT: Bourbon inspired specials on Father’s.
WHERE: 657 S Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: 502-412-4666.
Butchertown Grocery Brunch
WHAT: Brunch includes pastries, salads, Butchertown Eggs Benedict, Pop’s Waffles, ham and cheese omelet, chicken salad, fried chicken sandwich, classic burger, New Orleans BBQ shrimp, chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, white cheddar grits, applewood bacon seasonal fruit, mimosa’s and more.
WHERE: 1076 E. Washington St.
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations: butchertowngrocery.com or call 502-742-8315.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
WHAT: Father’s Day – let dad enjoy his favorite dish and bring another home for only $10; (not available for Filet or Ribeye).
WHERE: 617 S Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: 502-412-2218
Churchill Downs
WHAT: Enjoy a day of live racing at the historic Churchill Downs.
WHERE: Churchill Downs, 700 Central Ave.
WHEN: First race at 12:45 p.m, June 16
COST: General admission starts at $7. Box seats ($10), brunch at the Stakes Room ($57) and a Father’s Day combo ($15). The combo includes a reserved box seat, program, domestic beer or souvenir soda and a hot dog.
MORE INFORMATION: 502-636-4400; churchilldowns.com.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
WHAT: Favorites will be served for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
WHERE: 2701 Crittenden Drive; 10150 Brookridge Village Blvd.; 11000 Dixie Highway; 1401 Kentucky Mills Drive, Jeffersontown; 1414 E. Crystal Drive, La Grange; 275 Brenton Way, Shepherdsville; 2393 Pacer Court NW, Corydon, Indiana.; 350 Triangle Road, Sellersburg, Indiana.
MORE INFORMATION: crackerbarrel.com.
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Bottle & Bond Kitchen and Bar
WHAT: Treat Dad special with a one-of-a-kind experience at Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Bottle & Bond Kitchen and Bar. Serving Southern comfort food, including free bread pudding, specialty Father’s Day cocktails and a variety of boozy milkshakes.
WHERE: 1500 Parkway Drive, Bardstown
WHEN: June 16
MORE INFORMATION: bottleandbond.com.
The Bristol Bar & Grille Brunch
WHAT: Features brunch staple as well as specials. The staples always include eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, muffins, fresh vegetables, fruits, and salads. The Belgian waffles are made to order and you can choose how you want them topped, also biscuits and gravy, fried chicken and desserts. Alcoholic beverages, including bloody marys and mimosas.
WHERE: Highlands, 1321 Bardstown Road, 502-456-1702; East, 300 N. Hurstbourne Parkway, 502-426-0627; Downtown, 614 W. Main St., 502-582-1995
WHEN: June 16
MORE INFORMATION: bristolbarandgrille.com
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Copper & Kings
WHAT: Have a drink (or two) and enjoy one of Copper & Kings' cigars made with Destillaré Orange Curacao, Butchertown Reserve Casks Brandy, or Absinthe Blanche will be available for purchase
WHERE: 1121 E. Washington St.
WHEN: 4-7 p.m. June 16
COST: Happy hour pricing on classic stirred cocktails and spirits.
MORE INFORMATION: copperandkings.com.
Franco’s Restaurant & Catering
WHAT: Fish, chicken, potatoes, macaroni and cheese, desserts and more.
WHERE: 3300 Dixie Highway
WHEN: Noon to 7 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: Dine-in or carry out. 502-448-8044.
Golden Corral
WHAT: Father's Day Brunch
WHERE: 032 Taylorsville Road, 502-485-0004; 5362 Dixie Highway, 502- 447-6660; 8013 Preston Highway, 502-966-4970; 1402 Cedar St, Clarksville, Indiana
WHEN: June 16
HopCat
WHAT: Join HopCat for $1 Pabst Blue Ribbon draft specials offered all day and pair it with one of HopCat’s stuffed burgers or an order of Cosmik Fries.
WHERE: 1064 Bardstown Road
WHEN: June 16
MORE INFORMATION: hopcat.com/events/louisville.
Louisville Zoo
WHAT: The day features a scavenger hunt (pick up a form at the zoo entrance) and Teddy Grahams treats (near the maned wolf exhibit), while supplies last.
WHERE: 1100 Trevilian Way
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m June 16
COST: Fathers get in free courtesy of Ford Motor Company
MORE INFORMATION: louisvillezoo.org.
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Louisville Slugger Field
WHAT: Louisville Bats vs. Buffalo Bison. Father’s Day: Play Catch With Dad. After the game, play catch with your dad on the outfield grass
WHERE: Louisville Slugger Field, 401 E. Main St.
WHEN: 2 p.m. June 16
COST: $10-$25
MORE INFORMATION: 855-228-8497
Main Event
WHAT: Treat Dad to all-you-can-play activities including bowling, billiards, laser tag and more. At each laser tag session, the dad with the highest score will receive a laser tag bragging rights T-shirt (while supplies last).
WHERE: 12500 Sycamore Station Place
WHEN: June 16
COST: Tickets start at $14.95.
MORE INFORMATION: 502- 240-5555; mainevent.com.
Metro Dinner
WHAT: Specials to celebrate dad include steak and eggs breakfast ($14.99); $2.99 beers all day on Father’s Day, and a $5 bounce back dinner certificate will be given to each dad.
WHERE: 4901 Outer Loop, #100
WHEN: June 15, 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; June 16, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: 502-357-0767
Mike Linnig's
WHAT: Serving seafood since 1925 and known for generous portions of fried fish, shrimp, frog legs, pan-fried oysters, turtle soup, chicken and onion rings.
WHERE: 9308 Cane Run Road,
WHEN: Noon to 9 p.m. June 16
MORE INFORMATION: 502-937-9888; 502-937-1235; mikelinnigsrestaurant.com.
MilkWood
WHAT: Founding Fathers Dinner. Chef Edward Lee's foods inspired by Hamilton.
WHERE: 316 W. Main St.
WHEN: June 16
COST: Prix fixe menu running through June 23. $40 per person plus tax and gratuity
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are requested. 502-584-6455
Village Anchor
WHAT: Brunch features red velvet pancakes, sweet potato fries with marshmallow, French toast, $1 mimosas, kids menu and more. Dinner features Hotter Brown, fried chicken, vegetarian lasagna, salmon, fish and chip, salad, soup and more
WHERE: 11507 Park Road, Anchorage
WHEN: Brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; dinner, 5-10 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: 502-708-1850.
O‘Charley's Restaurant & Bar
WHAT: Treat dad to a variety of sweet and savory options.
WHERE: 4404 Dixie Highway, 502-447-9203; 1901 S. Hurstbourne Parkway, 502-491-8372; 962 Breckenridge Lane, 502-899-9430; 4801 Outer Loop, 502-968-8996; 10641 Fischer Park Drive, 502-339-2264.
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