Top Spots to Spend Father’s Day in San Diego
Beers, boats and hearty meals are on the menu this Father’s Day in San Diego. From complimentary brews to bottomless bratwursts, we’ve highlighted S.D.’s extra-special offerings to help you celebrate dad on June 15.
Flagship Cruises & Events
June 15. Give your dad the gift of delicious food, amazing scenery and great entertainment aboard the Beer ‘n’ Brats Brunch Cruise. The two-hour cruise includes live music and bottomless domestic beer and brats—what more could dad want? 990 N Harbor Dr., San Diego. 619.234.4111. flagshipsd.com
Hornblower Cruises & Events
June 15. Take dad on a beer and champagne brunch cruise aboard Inspiration Hornblower. Two cruises are available, boarding at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. $71. Board at Hornblower Landing at Grape St. Pier, 1800 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. 619.686.8715. hornblower.com
Lazy Dog
June 15. In honor of dad, everyone 21 and older can get a Lazy Dog 16oz brew for $3. All day long, house drafts will come with a complimentary special edition pint glass to take home. 1202 Camino Del Rio N, Mission Valley. 619.481.6191. lazydogrestaurants.com
Leroy’s Kitchen & Lounge
June 15. There are probably few things dad loves more than a burger and a beer, so that’s what Leroy’s is offering: its signature gourmet burger and a beer for $18. There will also be live music from Kevin Begin. 1015 Orange Ave, Coronado. 619.437.6087. leroyskitchenandlounge.com
Marina Kitchen
June 15. Dad can unleash his inner Ron Swanson at Marina Kitchen’s beef, bourbon and beer dinner, complete with all the “man-food” you can think of. Add a flight of beer, wine or barrel-aged cocktails to the three-course meal for an additional $16. Active duty dads will receive 10% off their meal with valid ID. $45. Marriott Marquis and Marina, 333 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. 619.699.8222. facebook.com
The Maritime Museum of San Diego
June 14 & 15. By popular demand, this special Father’s Day cruise has added an additional sailing on Saturday. Both adventures begin with a souvenir group photo aboard the traditionally rigged tall ship, followed by brats and beer for the adults, and hot dogs, chips and soda for the kids. Noon-4 p.m. 1492 N Harbor Dr., San Diego. 619.234.9153. sdmaritime.org
San Diego Beer and Wine Tours
Ongoing. Take dad on a walking or train tour to taste some of San Diego’s most quintessential beers. Or splurge on the private chauffeured tour to visit the actual breweries. SD Beer and Wine Tours, various locations. lajollawinetours.com
Spa Gregorie’s
June 15. Spa days aren’t just for women. For Father’s Day, Spa Gregories is offering specials tailored specifically to male clientele and their unique physical needs, including the “Gentleman’s Retreat,” which includes invigorating hydrotherapy, a one-hour massage, facial, manicure and Paraffin hand treatment or the “Father’s Day Tune-Up Special,” a 90-minute massage that includes an invigorating eucalyptus shower spray mist to take home. 2710 Via de la Valle, Del Mar. 858.481.6672. spagregories.com
Veggie Grill
June 13-15. All 24 locations of Veggie Grill will offer dads a free entrée during the entire weekend of Father’s Day. 965 Palomar Airport Rd., Carlsbad and 4353 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla. veggiegrill.com
Waypoint Public
June 15. As one of San Diego’s most family-friendly beer bars, Waypoint Public will be paying ode to fathers with a complimentary draft beer. Dads with young kids will appreciate the designated playpen. 3794 30th Street, North Park. 619.255.8778. waypointpublic.com
The Westgate Hotel
June 15. Treat dad to a cold one this Father’s Day with a special tasting from Stone Brewery. Beloved local brews will be paired with the hotel’s award-winning brunch, featuring live music, fresh seafood and several gourmet carving and crepe stations. $52/adults, $26/child. 1055 Second Ave., San Diego. 619.238.1818. thewestgatehotel.com
