As Father’s Day approaches this Sunday, June 18^th, we’re bringing you a few exciting spots to treat dad for brunch, lunch or dinner in New York City. Whichever cuisine dad prefers, whether it’s Latin, Indian, Asian, Michelin Starred or any other; below you’ll find a superior restaurant serving outstanding culinary delights destined to make dad happy.

La Pulperia in Hell’s Kitchen provides diners with fun, innovative Latin American cuisine and cocktails, showcasing renditions of familiar dishes infused with cross-cultural flair. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Miguel Molina, whose menu features classic Latin dishes re-imagined and intricately plated showstoppers, which mirror performances on Broadway located just a few blocks away.
The cocktail menu is composed of classic cocktails redesigned with South American spirits created by Daniel Villanueva. 

For Father’s Day, La Pulperia will honor fathers with a complimentary shot of top-shelf tequila or mezcal: either Aldez Tequila (Blanco, Reposado, & Añejo) or Agua Mágica Mezcal with the purchase of brunch or dinner.
The restaurant will be open for brunch from 12 pm – 4 pm and for dinner from 5 pm – 11 pm.
Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

~~~aRoqa, Chelsea’s Michelin-recognized Indian restaurant that specializes in small plates with fanciful presentation has launched a new cocktail menu from Beverage Director Prasad Pawar, just in time for Father’s Day.
Additionally, for brunch-goers, the restaurant has added healthier optionslike Ragi, or “finger millets,” with ragi flour, lentils, rice crepes served with sambhar “lentil and tomato soup,” with a side of coconut kaffir lime chutney and sundried tomato chutney; and Khichdi —a gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, and dairy free option— made with whole millet, lentil and rice tempered with crispy brown onions and side of cilantro chutney and plain yogurt. For dads to pair with these and other signature brunch or dinner items from aRoqa’s menus, highlights from Prasad Pawar’s new, Indian-inspired cocktails include: Bombay Gateway, gin-infused with Kaffir lime and lemongrass, lime juice, egg white, and simple syrup; Indian Sunset, vodka with rum, mango passion fruit purée, lemon juice, and a rose hibiscus syrup; and The Inferno, with Lemon Heart Spiced Rum, fresh carrot juice, ginger juice, and ginger cinnamon syrup.

For Father’s Day, the restaurant will be open for brunch from 11 am – 3 pm and for dinner from 5 pm – 9:30 pm.
Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

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Slava, a high-end modern Ukrainian restaurant and cocktail bar in SoHo, was conceptualized by partners Nazar Hrab, Travis Odegard, Matt Sylvester, and Josh Spiezle not only for Ukrainians but for the New York dining scene.
Since its opening in November 2022, Slava has found its footing under Chef Pavlo “Pasha” Servetnyk who joined the team in January 2023. Nazar hired Chef Pasha after discovering his impressive resume: He won Ukraine’s MasterChef: The Professionals in 2019, and held internships at world renowned, three-Michelin-starred El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain and two-Michelin-starred Gaggan Anand in Bangkok, Thailand.
To pair with Chef Pavlo’s brunch or dinner menus, owner and Beverage Director Nazar Hrab has curated a global wine list with a selection of rare, allocated wines that are available at just a few auctions each year as its base, including Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Corton Grand Cru 2017 and Antinori Tignanello 2019.
Additionally, dad can enjoy on standout cocktails such as: Slava Apple-tini, vodka, melon liqueur, apple, and lime; and Raspberry Martini, vodka, raspberry, lemon. There is also a series of Vodka Infusions, ingredients like horseradish and honey, beets, and cherry infused in vodka for up to 20 days, available as individual shots, flights of three, and 20-ounce bottles for the table.

For Father’s Day, the restaurant will be open for brunch from 12 pm – 4 pm and for dinner from 5 pm – 10 pm.
Reservations can be made via Resy.

~~~noreetuh, the Michelin-recognized Modern Hawaiian restaurant from Chef/Partner Chung Chow has something for dads of all backgrounds.
The dishes are well portioned and come at a very approachable price point. Brunch and dinner-goers can choose to order meals or use the extensive menu to create a sort of Hawaiian-style tapas experience. noreetuh’s wine list curated by Managing Partner Jin Ahn, has been awarded Wine Spectator’s Best Award of Excellence two years in a row and perfectly complements the cuisine. Also available is a just-launched selection of artisanal cocktails that feature unique twists on Hawaiian-inspired and re-imagined tiki cocktails to broaden the restaurant’s appeal and ensure there are food and beverage options for every diner.

For Father’s Day, the restaurant will be open for brunch from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm and for dinner from 5 pm – 9 pm.
Reservations can be made via Resy.

~~~Hortus NYC emphasizes a design-forward atmosphere and menu of carefully curated dishes from Executive Chef Geo Park, who most recently worked at Michelin-starred Jua before being named Hortus NYC’s Executive Chef. Chef Park seamlessly blends the flavors of China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia with subtle European twists to take dad on a culinary journey at an approachable price point. On the restaurant’s second level, Hortus NYC features a glass-enclosed hidden garden oasis that creates the perfect environment to celebrate dad.

For Father’s Day, the restaurant will be open for lunch from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm and for dinner from 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

~~~For Dads Who Prefer the Finer Things:

At Internationally acclaimed La Liste Top 1000-recognized and two-Michelin-starred Jungsik one can treat dad to a very special Father’s Day Dinner. The restaurant was the first to introduce New Korean cuisine to New York City, and after a decade in operation, Jungsik continues to plate elegant and imaginative dishes that pack immense, almost unexpected flavor into every bite of their signature nine-course tasting menu under the guidance of Executive Chef Daeik Kim and Executive Pastry Chef Yoonjung Oh.

While the restaurant’s cuisine is a large reason for its success, it is matched in every step by the staff’s impeccable service. Jungsik’s service team has mastered the ability to seamlessly set and clear the table on the diner’s schedule without rushing them. The staff is ultra-friendly, and Wine Director Cameron Dellinger is quick to recommend a bespoke wine pairing for each course from the well-curated wine list which encompasses a mix of classics as well as lesser-known fun, food friendly wines; the entire team takes great pride in ensuring the experience is memorable for all guests and watching their faces light up each time a new dish is served.

The Signature Menu is priced at $295 per person with the option to add a standard wine pairing for $200, or a luxurious premium wine pairingfor $500 with wines that include Moët & Chandon “Dom Pérignon” Brut 2013, Egon Müller Riesling Spätlese “Scharzhofberger” Mosel 2020, and Opus One Bordeaux Blend Napa Valley 2018.

One can also treat dad to a la carte selections at Jungsik’s bar, with menu staples like Sea Urchin Bibimbap and Galbi as well as the full, award-winning wine list and artisanal cocktails available.

~~~For Those Celebrating with Dad at Home:

Döner Haus, in the East Village, is a passion project from Nikolaus von Solodkoff that bringsreal German-style Döner kebabs to New York City. Driven by the mantra, “we do one thing and do it right,” Döner Haus offers three menu items: Döner Kebab, a crispy Turkish style bread-pocket made specifically for Döner Haus overstuffed with the customer’s choice of beef or chicken, layered with locally sourced vegetables, and lathered with garlic sauce, ensuring that each bite delivers perfection; Haus Fries, fries made incredibly crispy and finished with a signature German-Turkish seasoning that brings an entirely unique flavor profile to New York; and the Döner Box, beef or chicken döner served over Haus Fries with a salad on the side.

All the gyro cones have no fillers of any kind, such as wheat or soy; they are 100% meat and 100% halal so Döner Haus can bring delicious, authentic German-style Döner kebabs to everyone.

Döner Haus is the ideal Father’s Day meal for delivery, or to pick up and enjoy with dad throughout one of Manhattan’s beautiful parks.

~~~ICHIRAN offers a take-home ramen kit.

ICHIRAN, the world’s leading expert in Tonkotsu ramen, has made their famous ramen more attainable for busy families by offering both delivery and their take-home ramen kit. Each kit features three servings of individually packed, house made Hakata-style noodles, tonkotsu soup concentrate, and original spicy seasoning, generously portioned for dad to share with the family. The team at ICHIRAN is committed to providing the most authentic and quality flavor Tonkotsu ramen experience using the finest ingredients, masterful techniques, and family secret preparations by gifted artisans.
The ramen kits allow one to enjoy their renowned restaurant quality ramen at home. Additionally, for Father’s Day and running through the end of July, ICHIRAN is offering discounted bundle deals for their take-home ramen kits which you can learn more about from their website here.