Most dads are pretty simple and pervade the ever male stance of modesty. Dads tend to shy away from excess shopping or accessorizing and really don’t need many material items to justify their existence. A Lakers jersey, a putter, a nice bottle of wine, some gym socks, and maybe something tech related all make for passable Father’s Day gifts. Father’s Day is really a corporate induced Sunday that reminds us we need to spend some quality time with the Family, especially dad. There’s nothing more communal than sharing a brew or treating dad to a meal, a brunch, a high-five and some booze. Below are a list of South Bay centic restaurants serving it up all in the name Dad this Sunday.
Pouring drafts of Cascade’s Raspberry Blackcap and Wild Cherry Blonde (Live Barrel!), plus a great line-up of special Cascade bottle pours at Select Beer Store in Redondo Beach (Image Courtesy of Select Beer Store).
Shade Hotel Invites You to Pig Out With POp on Father’s Day: Sunday, June 21, 2015 – 12-4 p.m. Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach is inviting guests to literally pig out on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, with a boar-atious Who’s Your Daddy barbecue and beer garden. The feast, prepared by Executive Chef Chris Garasic, will feature a Whole Spit Roasted Apple Cider Brined Yorkshire Hog, pulled pork sandwiches, and chicken habanero sausages and traditional sides including BBQ Black Beans, Chipotle Mac n Cheese, Jalapeno Potato Au Gratin and Grilled Creamed Corn as well as a variety of locally crafted beers provided by El Segundo Brewing Co. in the hotel’s open-air courtyard. The event will also offer a kid’s craft table where they can create a unique gift for dad. Shade Hotel is located at 1221 N. Valley Dr. in Manhattan Beach. more info
Father’s Day Craft Beer Brunch at Alpine Village: Sunday, June 21, 2015 – 10:00am – 3:00pm Dad will certainly appreciate father’s day when you bring him (and the whole family) to the Alpine Village Craft Beer Brunch! The Alpine Village all-you-can-eat brunch features your choice of 2 craft beers included in the price of an adult brunch. Champagne & mimosas are available for those who prefer something other than a beer. Dad is definitely going to enjoy this hearty, all-you-can-eat buffet with breakfast favorites like omelettes and waffles along with our house-made bratwurst sausages, scnhitzel, carving station and a huge assortment of desserts! Alpine Village is located at 833 W. Torrance Blvd. in Torrance. more info
Battleship, Brews N’ BBQ – Father’s Day Festival at the USS Iowa: Sunday, June 21, 2015 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 Pm Come join the Pacific Battleship Center – Battleship USS Iowa at the Los Angeles waterfront for a fun filled Father’s Day Celebration. Battleship Iowa will have live Jazz music from The Big Butter Jazz Band and Americana music, two full bars, BBQ, vendors, tours of the battleship and lots of entertainment. A fun filled event for the whole family. Burgers from Johnny Rockets “The Original Burger” On Pine Avenue and BBQ from Porky’s BBQ are on the menu too. FATHERS DAY SPECIAL: Dad’s pay the youth price $10! Battleship USS Iowa is located at 250 S Harbor Blvd, Berth 87 in San Pedro. more info
This Father’s Day, Howlin’ Ray’s wants to bring the heat to King Harbor Brewery during LA Beer Week with the very first ‘Hot Chicken Eating Challenge’ in Los Angeles (Image Courtesy of King Harbor Brewing Co.)
King Harbor Brewing Kicks Off LA Beer Week with Hot Chicken Eating Challenge Howlin’ Ray’s, the brand new food truck specializing in Nashville style hot chicken, is looking for a few brave contestants to enter their first ‘Hot Chicken Eating Challenge’ at King Harbor Brewery this Father’s Day. The only rule during this challenge is simply to finish the chicken the fastest without any beverages. The winner will be rewarded with a growler of their choice from King Harbor along with some swag to take home. King Harbor Brewing Co. is located at 2907 182nd Street in Redondo Beach. more info
Father’s Day at Terranea Resort: Sunday, June 21, 2015 There are a ton of ways to celebrate dad this Sunday at Terranea Resort but we’ll list what’s happening at Nelson’s, arguably some of the most scenic bluff-side dining in the South Bay. Cheers dad with a Beer Festival on Nelson’s seaside patio and sunset bluff with stations including local breweries, cocktails, and wine. Guests can celebrate with flights of Iron Fist, Absolution and Sam Adams. With purchase of ticket, guests can receive a special pint glass for tastings with live music and gourmet street food pairings. The full menus will also be available inside the restaurant. The Beer Festival is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 21. Terranea Resort is located at 6610 Palos Verdes Drive South in Rancho Palos Verdes. more info
Phantom Carriage Brewery in Carson preps a Father’s Day brew & brunch event complete with puckering suds, sour beers are their specialty, Sunday starting around noon. They will serve up a brunch menu, sour beers and dad is allowed to bring his favorite album on fully pressed on vinyl, no CDs or cassettes allowed, that he may listen while taking a tour of the brewery. Call ahead to reserve a spot at (310) 538-5834. Phantom Carriage Brewery is located at 18525 S. Main Street in Carson.
If your dad rolls with the hipster crowd, take him to Steak & Whisky in Hermosa Beach and order up a flight of whiskey. Cheers!