Give Dad a good reason to put his feet up this Father’s Day and make a meal of it. Whether he’s more of a long brunch and coffee kind of Dad or would rather finish the day with a big dinner, there are plenty of ways to celebrate over good food.

Start Father’s Day with Brunch

Ease into Father’s Day with a relaxed brunch and a coffee before the celebrations begin. There’s a few great spots for a casual morning catch-up, whether Dad likes a hearty breakfast, something fresh and wholesome or a leisurely meal with the family.

For an all-day breakfast and brunch, Kitaya Cafe is a great place to settle in. Choose from favourites like Eggs on Toast, Cheesy Truffle Eggs and Brekky Burgers, or make Father’s Day feel a little more special with something from the Signature Menu, like Lobster Benedict. And for the Dad who takes his coffee seriously, Kitaya serves Gabriel Coffee, roasted locally in Chatswood.

Head to SHUK for a relaxed Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired brunch with plenty of options for Dad to dig into. Tuck into a classic Shakshuka served with toasted sourdough or keep things sweet with a stack of pancakes. Pair it with a coffee and you’ve got an easy-going Father’s Day morning sorted.

For a brunch that feels a little more special, On Point Cafe has plenty of tempting options to choose from. Dad can go sweet with the French Toast Fantasy, featuring brioche, caramelised banana, seasonal berries, chocolate soil, berry compote and butterscotch, or keep things savoury with the Smoky Salmon Melody, pairing smashed avocado and a poached egg with dill crème fraîche, orange caviar and whipped feta. And of course, there’s the Smashed Avo Luxe, served with poached eggs, cherry tomato, whipped feta, fresh herbs and balsamic glaze on sourdough.

If Dad is the kind of person who believes a weekend brunch should come with plenty of coffee and good conversation, settle in and make a morning of it.

Make Dinner the Main Event

If brunch isn’t Dad’s thing, skip straight to dinner and make Father’s Day an excuse to try somewhere new.

For a dinner with a twist The Yook brings Korean BBQ to the table, with quality meat grilled right in front of you. It’s a great pick for families who like sharing dishes and making dinner part of the experience.

For classic Italian comfort food, Pellegrini’s has all the essentials for a proper family dinner, from bruschetta and burrata to pasta, pizza and hearty mains.

Craving something with a little more spice? Chat Thai is a go-to for fragrant Thai dishes and plenty of options to share around the table.

For the Dad who would happily choose ramen every time, Ramen Zundo specialises in authentic Japanese ramen, including its signature tonkotsu-style bowls, as well as a selection of rice dishes.

Finish with Something Sweet

Not quite ready to call it a night? Head to Meet Fresh for a late-night dessert and round out the Father’s Day celebrations with something sweet. Their Brown Sugar Shaved Ice is made for sharing, or choose from their range of colourful dessert bowls packed with chewy toppings, fresh fruit and sweet treats. The perfect excuse to keep the family together for one more stop.

However You Celebrate Dad…

From an easy-going brunch to a big family dinner, Father’s Day is better when someone else is doing the cooking.

Round up the family, choose Dad’s favourite cuisine and make a meal of it this Father’s Day.