Credit: Railtown Café
Father’s Day 2021 is right around the corner! Get organized ahead of the special day, which this year falls on 20 June, by organizing a memorable meal together to celebrate the special father figure in your life.
Here are 25 suggestions for Father’s Day brunch, dinner, BBQ kits takeout, delivery and dine-in in Vancouver.
Torafuku
Chef de Cuisine, Baker Hsu has assembled an arrangement of all-new dishes and fan favourites for dads and their loved ones.
Available for both dine-in and to-go, these multi-course meals designed for sharing come complete with three starters, a choice of main and dessert.
The five-course ready-to-eat sets are designed to feed two people. Sets are priced according to choice of the main course, the Short Rib Set is available for $105.00, and the Roast Duck Set is $99.00. The sets will be available Wednesday – Sunday after 5:00pm starting Friday, June 11 through Sunday, June 20.
Families and larger groups can double up or mix and match sets. Other add-on options include Sea Bream Rice ($18.00) seasoned with ginger, scallion and organic soy sauce and the refreshing Taiwanese Cold Noodles ($16.00) loaded with duck leg, pickled and crisp vegetables.
Torafuku also has a new dine-in patio.
Address: 958 Main Street, Vancouver
Phone: 778.903.2006
Railtown Café
Dad into his southern BBQ? Railtown Catering has it hooked up with an impressive spread, which comes fully cooked and includes delicious beef brisket, sausage haus brats, tangy-sweet smoked pork shoulder, beer brined chicken and loads of killer sides.
This hefty offering serves four for the cost of $159.00.
Address: 397 Railway St, Vancouver
Phone: 6045688811
Mon Paris Patisserie
Have a Dad that loves sweet for brunch? Mon Paris Bakery has got the hook up with rum and chocolate cakes just for father day. This year tuck into their masculine treats, including a tuxedo, cigar, all flavoured with rum.
Prices range from $12 – 54.00 – you can order online to pick up or deliver.
Address: 4396 Beresford Street, Burnaby
Phone: 604 564 5665
Café La Tana
Is your dad an espresso lover? Café La Tana has coffee drinks that take you to Italy with each dreamy sip. They also offer wonderful food options including the breakfast sandwich, which you can add prosciutto to! Prices vary.
Address: 635 Commercial Dr, Vancouver
Phone: 604-428-5462.
Boulevard Kitchen
Executive Chef Roger Ma will be offering up all the Boulevard classics this Father’s Day along with a most impressive Bone-In Ribeye Steak feature. This generously marbled cut of meat, the favourite of many, delivers an immense amount of flavour, partially attributed to the intact bone. Caviar service, oysters, seafood towers and impeccable service from Vancouver’s premier fine dining establishment all await diners and lucky dads headed to Boulevard this Father’s Day.
Those firing up the grill at home this Father’s Day need look no further than BLVD Provisions to assemble all the ingredients needed for a wow-worthy feast for dad. The BLVD Provisions line was recently acknowledged by Canada’s Best 100, in its The 100, a list of exceptional culinary offerings available in Canada.
Boulevard Kitchen
Address: Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar, 845 Burrard St, Vancouver
Phone: Reservations for dine-in and the patio can be made online or by calling the restaurant at 604-642-2900.
forage
Forage is offering a Father’s Day BBQ Meat & Taco Package for 6 for $135. This package includes some BBQ meat, a taco kit and more. Pick it up anytime June 18th-20th from noon-5pm. Heat it up when you’re ready!
Forage is also open for dine-in including brunch.
Address: 1300 Robson St, Vancouver.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate
‘Dads are the best’ is the message being sent out by the gift packs from Rocky Mountain Chocolate. You can get a small pack or large back ranging between $50 – $80.00. You can shop online and get it delivered, right to your dad – I mean, door.
Address: 1017 Robson St Vancouver
Minami
Minami combines traditional Japanese flavours with West Coast influences to create flavours that are both familiar and new. And you can enjoy this at home with Dad. Choose from Minami Shusai Steak & Game Hen Platter that serves 4 to 5 people for $90 or various bento bowls, available only from June 18-20.
The restaurant is open for dine-in.
Address: 1118 Mainland St, Vancouver
Phone: 604.685.8080
Five Sails
Five Sails is bringing back High Tea experience just in time for Father’s Day. Enjoy stunning views and savour an elevated high tea by the award-winning culinary team at the Glowbal Group.
$150 for 2 people. Available on June 20th from 12pm-3pm.
Address: R Level, 410 – 999 Canada Place
Phone: 604-844-2855
Café Medina
Dad’s love brunch, too! Medina has an insanely positive reputation in Vancouver and now, all of their fabulously favourited items are available for delivery and pickup including their luscious Fricassée Champignon, Les Boulettes and Sandwich au Porc! Price Vary.
Address: 780 Richards St, Vancouver
Phone: 604-879-3114
Hawksworth Restaurants
Impress your dad with a memorable meal at Hawksworth Restaurant, renowned restaurant led by Chef David Hawksworth who’s menu boasts contemporary cuisine paired with an award winning wine list.
They offer both eat-at-home options and dine-in.
Address: 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604.673.7000
Le Crocodile
Le Crocodile is a long term and renowned French restaurant in Vancouver, pleasing diners since 1984. You can expect wild mushroom soup, slow braised lamb shank, grilled tiger prawn pasta and much more. This restaurant will impress the fine dining dad, but it is currently open for dinner only.
Address: 100 – 909 Burrard St Vancouver
Phone: 1 604-669-4298
Ancora
‘Embracing the harmony of Peruvian and Japanese Cultures,’ Ancora pairs delicious fresh food with an unforgettable view Dad will not only appreciate but not soon forget, either. From sushi to soft shell crab taco, the fresh seafood is amazing and a very west coast experience for the west coast dad. Ancora is offering dine in or dine out – but if you dine in, we highly recommend the patio.
Address: 1600 Howe Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604.681.1164
Tap and Barrel
Featuring breathtaking views of the ocean and landscape beyond, Tap and Barrel have a delicious brunch offering that they serve until 2 pm! Their classic food offerings are great to pair with a breakfast drink like a mimosa or a Caesar. Prices vary.
Address: 75 Athletes Way, Vancouver
Phone: 604-685-2223
Brix and Mortar
Dad love a glass a wine?! With more than 60 varieties, he’ll love a visit at Brix and Mortar! This Yaletown venue fuses Canadian cuisine and fine wine for a unique city dining experience, including a great patio for outdoor dining. They are open for in dining and for take-out, whatever your Dad prefers!
Phone: (604) 915 9463
Address: Homer Street, Vancouver
Jukes Fried Chicken
What’s more fitting than sharing a fried chicken feast with Dad? Enjoy fried chicken by the set, wings, sticky ribs, and more with a tasty take out from Jukes chicken paired with drinks for the ultimate comfort father day treat!
If you want a Jukes Fried Chicken gift package, they have “A Special ‘fathers Love Flours Too” kit for $39.
Address: 182 Keefer St, Vancouver
Phone: 604-336-5853
Miku
For innovative sushi platters and fine dining experience – including creative deserts such as Green tea opera, Yuzu mango cheesecake and Strawberry basil tart – surprise dad with a visit to Miku.
For take-home (available June 18 to 20) you have options like A5 Miyazaki Wagyu Jyu Bento, Westberry Farms Blueberry Mousse Cake, Premium Nigiri Sushi Tier and more!
Address: 70-200 Granville Street, Granville Square (Canada Place Way and Howe Street), Vancouver
Phone: 604-568-3900
Black + Blue
Black + Blue is ready to welcome Dads for an exceptional meal comprised of Wagu Beef, Steak, and other treats to wow its diners! The restaurant is open for dine in with Father’s day Prime Rib dinner for $49 per person.
Black + Blue’s is also offering a Father’s Day Take Out Package – Father’s Day King Feast. This ‘at-home’ kit includes everything you need to be the master of the grill including cooking instructions. Price – $285.00
1032 Alberni St, Vancouver
Phone: +1 604-637-0777
Birds and the Beets
For the trendy, latte loving father, The Birds and the Beets are abuzz with great coffee in the heart of Gastown. Bite into a delicious pastry, coffee and a stroll through the cobbled streets of downtown. Prices vary.
Address: 55 Powell St// 54 Alexander St, Vancouver
The Flying Pig
The Flying Pig in Yaletown has an expansive menu that is perfect for sharing with loved ones. Dads will enjoy nestling into their delicious herb crusted halibut, maple pork rack, lobster and prawn risotto and more!
Address: 1168 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604.568.1344
Hundy
Ever met a dad that didn’t like to sink into a juicy burger? The beloved late-night eatery is open for take out for their perfect minimalist burger and fries combo that will keep your dad talking for a hundy days!
Address: 2042 WEST 4TH AVE, Vancouver
Ask for Luigi
Is dad’s favourite cuisine Italian? Then opt for a memorable and special meal at Ask for Luigi, an intimate yet causal spot for homemade pasta and appetizers with an impressive drinks list!
Address: 305 Alexander St, Vancouver
Phone: 604 428 2544
Per Se Social Corner
Brunch is a new addition to the trendy European & Central American inspired dishes of Per Se Social Corner, one that dad will sure to enjoy! Build new memories on their extensive patio while you take in the sunshine. Prices Vary.
Address: 891 Homer St, Vancouver
Phone: 604-428-6111
Dominion Bar and Grill
Pair two of dad favourite’s things this year with a visit to Dominion Bar and Grill, who have playfully started a mini-golf competition for dads paired with “buckets” of fresh shellfish or chicken! For each bucket you buy, you get a ball for the competition.
Address: 13475 Central Avenue, Unit D1, Surrey
Phone: 604.330.0229
Lazy Gourmet
Let Lazy Gourmet do all the hard work, and let dad do the enjoying. They’ve organized a banging “Fathers Day box” which includes buttermilk fried chicken wings, macaroni salad, jalapeno cheddar cornbread and plenty more to leave dad feeling special and satisfied. Order online for $75.
Order by June 16th for pick-up or delivery, June 19th – 20th.
Address: 1545 West 3rd Ave, Vancouver
Phone: 604-734-2507
Tractor
One of the cities freshest spots, Tractor, is now doing an exciting Tractor at home offering which includes a BBQ bundle for meat-loving dads and vegan dads! Enjoy a fabulous spread, all the trimming and all the sides for a great price. BBQ $92.50, vegan $83.50
Address: 335 Burrard St, Vancouve
Nuba
For a delicious Mediterranean style father day, Nuba has created wonderful kits to do at home, to take away all the stress. Their sets feed four, and includes delicious offerings such as watermelon salad, skewers and plenty more for a tasty feast! $99
Nuba in Gastown: 604.688.1655
Nuba in Kitsilano: 604.336.1797
Nuba in Mt. Pleasant: 604.568.6727
Nuba in Yaletown: 604.661.4129
Nuba Catering: 604.558.0690
Stanley Park Brewing
To make Fathers day extra special this year, Stanley Park Brewing is inviting families in for a one of a kind celebration of a two-course brunch at their fabulous location. Dishes include assorted pastries, BBQ jackfruit benny, Dads burger and fried chicken and waffles. Prices are $55 per person and $20 for kids.
Address: 8901 Stanley Park Drive Vancouver
Phone: 604.681.0460
Chamber
Fine dining meets relaxing at the lovely Chambar, which is open for a fabulous father day brunch! Inspired by the taste of Belgium and the West Coast, you can expect creative and memorable dishes. Prices vary
Address: 568 Beatty Street, Crosstown, Vancouver
Phone: 604 879 7119
The Boathouse at Kitsilano Beach
The Boathouse at Kitsilano Beach is a local favourite and with good reason! With full ground to ceiling windows, you can enjoy panoramic views of the sea and beach while you dig into fresh dishes, deeply inspired by the West Coast.
Phone: (604) 738-5487
Address: 1305 Arbutus St Vancouver
The Heatley Sunday Brunch
For the dad that loves music, from 11 am – 3 pm, head to The Heatley, a chilled-out venue in Strathcona, for its exciting Sunday Brunch which features live bluegrass and blues music to enjoy with your traditional bites. Prices Vary.
Address: 696 E Hastings St, Vancouver
Craft Beer Market
Beer loving dads, rejoice! Craft Beer Market has hundred of tasty beers on drafts, including international and local beers to sip alongside their tasty brunch items which include farmhouse bennies, huevos rancheros, breakfast tacos and plenty more. Prices vary.
Address: 85 W 1st Ave, Vancouver
Phone: (604) 709-2337
Heirloom
Heirloom offers Canadian contemporary dishes, completely vegan/vegetarian, super tasty and ready to wow your dad. Their weekend brunch is comprehensive including “lox” on toast, heirloom hash, pancakes and plenty more. “You are what you eat!” Prices vary.
Address: 1509 W 12th Ave, Vancouver
Phone: (604) 733-2231
Sandbar
Enjoy a fabulous waterfront patio brunch in the Granville Island area at the popular Sandbar restaurant with Dad this year. Dig into tasty food with a relaxing atmosphere, lovely landscape and friendly people. Prices vary.
Address: 535 Johnston Street, Creekhouse #102, Vancouver
Phone: (604) 669-9030
BluHouse Café
Bluhouse Café in North Vancouver is a charming destination that creates delicious crepes of savoury and sweet nature like apple pie, forage, and naughty Nutella. Indulge, it’s Father’s Day! Prices vary.
Address: 4342 Gallant Ave, North Vancouver
Phone: (778) 340-6667
Yama Café
Yama has some of the tastiest sushi in the city! For Father’s Day, they are celebrating with their morning set, which includes sockeye salmon, white rice, mackerel and plenty more – available before 11 am for $13.95/pp.
Address: 2007 East Hastings St, Burnaby
Phone: 6044286276
Edge Catering
Edge catering is offering a variety of picnic packs for $45 to $70. They also have Father’s Favourite Fare BBQ for 4 for $150, Father’s Day BBQ Burger Box for $130. Available for pick up on June 19th.
Address: 1927 E Hastings St, Vancouver