Father’s Day (5/16) is almost here and if you’re in New York/ New Jersey area and looking for ways to celebrate we have some options. Why not take Dad on an exciting escape without leaving the city? These unique options are sure to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Take Dad to Tulum on the Bowery
For those who wish to celebrate Dad in a lively, Tulum-inspired atmosphere and enjoy some of the best Mexican cuisine NYC has to offer, Casa Bond is offering a Father’s Day menu specially curated for the occasion.

To further celebrate Dads, Casa Bond will also gift a complimentary Old Fashioned or Deluxe Margarita to those who dine with them.
The restaurant will be open for brunch and dinner on the 16^th from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Reservations are available via OpenTable.

Healthy and Environmental Enthusiast Dads
For the environmentally-friendly Dad who thrives on healthy dining options consider Heritage Grand Bakery, Restaurant and Pizza Bar with your audience. Selections of Mediterranean-inspired plates and pizzas by Executive Chef Steven Pereyda will be available for brunch and lunch. These dishes utilize artisanal milling techniques and ancient grains, making for meals that have high nutritional value.

Highlights of the Brunch and Dinner menu include, but are not limited to:

• Woodfired Branzino dressed with pistachio chermoula and served with a side of haricot vert and charred lemon
• Ancient Grains Spaghetti, population wheat pasta, roasted mushroom, and garlic, sprinkled with Parmigiano
• Thin Crust Diavola pizza, with spicy soppressata, fior di latte, tomato, and chili oil

 Craft Cocktails to pair include, but are not limited to:

• Cucumber Basil Gimlet, a mix of alb vodka, cucumber, agave and lime
• Raspberry Flamenco, Tanqueray Seville gin, raspberry, egg white, and lemon
• Mezcal Paloma, a blend of union mezcal, Giffard Pamplemousse, grapefruit, agave and live

Hours of Operation: 11 a.m. – 12 a.m.

The restaurant is conveniently situated across the street from Bryant Park and the historic New York Public Library, making it an easily accessible destination this Father’s Day, followed by lots of sightseeing in the city’s bustling Midtown.

Reservations can be made via Resy.

Cantonese Cuisine at its Best
For those seeking a memorable dining experience for dads who appreciate diverse and ethnic cuisines, YAO , a modern Cantonese restaurant nestled on Pearl Street is the optimal destination.

YAO, by Executive Chef-Owner Kenny Leung and Co-Owner Thomas Tang, showcases modern and traditional Cantonese dishes. The restaurant offers an a la carte menu, seven-coursetasting menu, named Jia-Yan a Chinese word loosely translated to “a celebratory family gathering” or “banquet” as well as Premium Tang Jia-Yan tasting menu.

YAO also features three private dining rooms, a large dining area and expansive a la carte menu, which makes YAO the perfect spot for a family meal or large family gatherings this Father’s Day.

Reservations can be made via Resy.

For Tech Savvy Dads
For Hi-Tech Dads, NOFLEX NYC, is a new media art lounge and restaurant situated on 5th Avenue (30^th St.) in Nomad.  This maximalist-designed space mirrors Seoul’s vibrant nightlife, boasting 72-foot LED wall showcasing digital artwork, color-changing tables, and a custom state-of-the-art sound system, ensuring an immersive dining experience. The menu features an array of pan-Asian shared plates and craft cocktails, meticulously curated to blend diverse culinary influences from across Asia. NOFLEX NYC is a unique and vibrant experience to enjoy with family.

Reservations are available via RESY.

Fashion Forward Dads
For fashion-forward Fathers who enjoy flavorful Asian cuisine, Hortus NYC, located on the fashionable 5^th Avenue/NoMad   neighborhood,  is the ideal location to dine this Father’s Day. The elegant restaurant combines flavors and influences from China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia, promising a memorable culinary journey that will impress Fathers across NYC.
For lunch, Hortus NYC will be offering SOTBAPs, the latest trend in Korean Dining (an impressive lunch yet extremely affordable), complementing its a la carte dinner menu, making it ideal for a meal at any time of day.

Highlights of Hortus NYC’s SOTBAP menu include, but are not limited to:

• Uni and Ikura, uni sourced from Japan, with seaweed puree, cured Ikura, and fried quinoa
• Wagyu, A5 Miyazaki Wagyu, cured egg yolk, and micro greens
• Charred Eel with steamed daikon radish, Asian chive, and pickled ginger

Menu highlights of Hortus NYC’s dinner menu are:

• King Crab Noodle, fettuccine with mala cream sauce, garnished with shallot and scallion
• Sea Urchin with nori puree, ikura, cured egg yolk, and shaved truffle
• Wagyu Carpaccio, A5 Miyazaki Wagyu with fried shallot and chili oil

Pair these dishes with Hortus NYC’s selection of premium sake and soju-based low-ABV cocktails, the global wine list, or a diverse array of Asian beers.

Fathers can enjoy the food and drink in the newly revamped backyard garden dining space. This climate-controlled alcove is enclosed, offering guests a picturesque setting surrounded by lush greenery. With retractable floor-to-ceiling glass windows, equipped with air conditioning and space heaters, diners can enjoy the perfect dining ambiance with an outdoor feel.

Hours of Operation: Lunch: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dinner: 5 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Reservations can be made via OpenTable

An Immersive Kawaii Experience
SUSHIDELIC is an immersive Japanese Kawaii restaurant experience for fathers who dare to use their imagination. The most prominent design feature is the three large hanging cat sculptures that serve as hosts named Tasty, Sassy, and Cute. Suspended lipstick chandeliers, mirrored ceilings, rainbow flooring, mirror ball columns, and LED lighting are all part of the fun.

 There is a custom conveyor belt that circulates throughout the bar and the kitchen carries out the Japanese omakase menu, as well as a la carte items along with art pieces such as neon teddy bears, bejeweled red stilettos, and pink bow-shaped purses.

Each dish and cocktail from SUSHIDELIC are meticulously showcased in fun and unique presentations. As you are seated, diners will be greeted by their “Monster Girl” waitress and given a briefing on their experience. Their menu offers both omakase and a la carte items, where diners will receive a colorful artist paint palette of sauces.

Keeping with the Kawaii playfulness, each Shochu and Sake-based cocktail is presented in bespoke glassware.

Reservations are available via RESY.

A Traditional Turkish Hammam Experience in NYC
Delight Dad with a unique experience at The Marmara Park Avenue, only available at select NYC locations. The hotel’s wellness center offers a traditional Turkish Hammam, a wellness ritual inspired by wellness techniques from ancient Ottoman Empire era.

Turkish Hammam, is a treatment that purifies one’s body from toxins and fortifies the circulatory and immune system. The Hammam ritual is performed on the “Gobektasi,” a heated marble slab that follows authentic Turkish Hammam architecture in a bespoke and beautiful bathing room.

The Wellness Center also has a one of a kind calming saltwater lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness center and different types of massage treatments (treatment requests can be made here).

The Wellness Center can be enjoyed by both hotel guests and non-guests. For non-hotel guests, The Marmara Park Avenue offers day passes and monthly memberships starting at $80 for the day and a monthly pass priced at $275 per month.
Non-hotel guests will have access to all amenities of the Wellness Center, including the Turkish Hammam.

After a day of relaxation, Dad’s can head up to the hotel’s rooftop, Balcón Rooftop, that offers sweeping views of New York City’s skyline and serves small bites and craft cocktails, by Executive Chef Ömür Özkan. Balcón is open from 4 p.m. – 12 a.m daily.

Dining Destinations in New Jersey
Escape the hustle and bustle of Manhattan and treat Dad to Father’s Day just across the Hudson.

Treat dad to a seafood-forward brunch or dinner and delectable cocktails at Blu on the Hudson, located in Weehawken, New Jersey. It is a short five-minute picturesque ferry ride from Manhattan and the restaurant hasmagnificent views of the Hudson River waterfront and Manhattan Skyline.

Executive Chef Juan Carlos (JC) Ortega’s seafood-forward menu is accented by house-made pastas, a world-class steak program, beautifully crafted desserts, flawless cocktails, and an extensive wine program that is making Blu on the Hudson a hot spot for both locals and destination diners from Manhattan and throughout New Jersey. Blu offers a one-of-a-kind cocktail list curated by Beverage Director Jeremy LeBlanche (formerly Thyme Bar, The Gibson in London, and German Gymnasium in London), who has conceptualized a popular cocktail program.

On Saturday (6/15) and Sunday (6/16) Blu on the Hudson will be serving a specially curated brunch menu from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. as well as its dinner menu all-day.

Brunch Menu Highlights:

Shareable’s for the Table:

• Cornbread and Cheddar Muffins with strawberry butter and truffle honey
• Blu’s Sushi Tower with nori tacos, sushi rolls and nigiri

Entrees: 

• Smoked Salmon Crepe Tart with lemon, cream cheese and dill (additional cost: Kaluga caviar)
• Short Rib Hash and Sunnyside Eggs with crispy potatoes and chimichurri
• Crispy Soft Shell Crab Sandwich on ciabatta with lemon aioli, avocado, heirloom tomatoes and bibb lettuce

Brunch Cocktail Highlights: 

• Black Truffle Blood Mary 
• Oil on the Skin with Aperol, strawberry, grapefruit and Prosecco

Hours of Operation: 

Saturday (6/15): 11 a.m. – 10:45 p.m.

Father’s Day Sunday (6/16): 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Reservations can be made via OpenTable for indoor dining or the newly-opened outdoor patio.

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Son Cubano offers modern Cuban cuisine on the stunning Port Imperial Waterfront, where diners can enjoy breathtaking,  unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline. With its glamorous interior and award-winning wine list, Son Cubano has become the premier destination for celebratory dining. This Father’s Day, treat Dad to memorable experience in style.

To celebrate, Son Cubano will feature an exclusive list of dinner specials, expertly crafted to suit every palate.

The festivities will be enhanced by live music and the option of outdoor seating on Son Cubano’s expansive waterfront patio, providing guests with a jaw-dropping backdrop of the iconic Manhattan skyline.

On Father’s Day, Brunch will be offered from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and dinner will be offered from 4:30 pm to 10 p.m.

Reservations can be made via SevenRooms.

~~~For the cigar-aficionado Father or one who appreciates fusion cuisine, VENTANAS Restaurant and Lounge, the swanky vibe restaurant in the heart of Fort Lee, New Jersey, just minutes from the George Washington Bridgeis a dining destination sure to impress Dad. The menu of Asian-Latin-New American fused dishes, curated by Celebrity Chef David Burke, will be served for brunch and  dinner this Father’s Day and will include special new menu items, as well as a prolific cigar selection.

New menu items include:

• Wagyu Bacon Burger with caramelized onions, bibb lettuce, horseradish cream, and melted provolone cheese, served with a side of spiced onion rings
• 20 Oz Prime Cowboy Steak, wagyu roasted fingerling potatoes, crispy mushrooms, and cognac espagnole

Cigars feature:

• Davidoff Grand Cru, Toro, a mild-to-medium-bodied cigar with tones of wood and pepper
• AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Maduro, Robusto, a medium-bodied cigar with notes of chocolate, coffee, and soft spice

Pair dishes with VENTANAS specialty craft cocktails or wine from the restaurant’s Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List.

At the end of the meal, staff will recommend a spirit pairing with the cigars.

Cigars may be enjoyed on the patio in good weather. The restaurant’s beautiful outdoor space features comfortable plush couches, multiple fireplaces, lush greenery, and a full bar.

Hours of Operation (6/16): Brunch: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m., Dinner: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Reservations can be made via SevenRooms.