Don’t let Father’s Day come and go without much to do beyond a round of golf. This special day is not one-size-fits all, just like fathers and father figures.
So why not celebrate with the fanfare he deserves in a way that is just right for him. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, and we have found wonderful activities around the Denver metro area. Whether dad prefers a fine dining experience or brunch, an active day with plenty of snacks, or one spent cheering on his favorite sports team with a cold beer in hand, these father fetes are perfect.
Superior Steak Feasts For Fathers
The Fort
This iconic frontier-themed eatery is hosting a special Father’s Day dining event. Whether you come early for brunch or linger later for dinner, Dad can sink his teeth into the signature Old West menu featuring buffalo, elk, and game meats. Or, go for the mountain man inspired prix fixe featuring New York strip steak, signature Fort potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a draft beer for $52.
Also on the menu, live music and a stunning front range panorama, the perfect backdrop for a memorable photo. 19192 Highway 8, Morrison, thefort.com
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Dad can stuff himself silly with full Brazilian steak service this Father’s Day. The centuries-old churrasco cooking technique takes center stage as high-quality cuts of meat roast over an open flame then head right to your plate. If you prefer to celebrate early, take dad out for a World Cup watch party and dinner on June 19, complete with the premium cut tastings, two cocktails, and bar bites for $54 per person. 1513 Wynkoop St., Denver; and 8419 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree, fogodechao.com
Elway’s in The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
Join the elegant downtown restaurant for Dad’s Reserve: A Spirits Dinner on Friday, June 12 for an early Father’s Day celebration. The evening includes a multi-course meal paired with a signature cocktail and drams of top-notch bourbon, led by Breckenridge Distillery’s Bret Zareck.
On the menu you’ll find a bone marrow whisky luge and an interactive surf-and-turf sushi experience. Keep the fun going at home as each guest receives a personalized bottle of The Ritz-Carlton Denver’s Reserve Blend Breckenridge Bourbon. Reservations cost $165 per person, available here. 1881 Curtis St., Denver, elways.com
Jack’s Modern Steakhouse
Make it a Father’s Day to remember at Jack’s Modern Steakhouse, with locations in Lone Tree and on South Pearl Street. In honor of fathers everywhere, when you order any bourbon beverage you receive a complimentary shot of Blanton’s. There’s also a prime rib carving station. Reservations are recommended and can be made here for Pearl and here for Lone Tree. 1475 S. Pearl St., Denver; and 9155 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree, jacksonpearldenver.com
Rodizio Grill
This Brazilian steakhouse rolls out all the steak specials with unlimited meats and father-focused, family-style dining on June 20 and 21. The menu includes grilled cheese, unlimited Brazilian sides, gourmet salads, and rotisserie-grilled meats plus filet, shrimp cocktail, ribeye, cheese fest featured menu, and a dessert bar.
Adding to the ambiance, the servers all don traditional Gaucho garb as they replenish plate after plate of meats and more. Prices run $59.99 per adult. 1801 Wynkoop St., Denver; and 7340 S. Clinton St., Englewood, rodiziogrill.com
STK Steakhouse Denver
If Dad loves steak and whiskey, this special menu is a must. It includes amazing cuts of beef, lobster tail or king crab Oscar upgrades, and cocktail pairings. Carnivores will appreciate the hand-selected cuts fire-finished to order, with options including a 16-ounce bone-in ribeye, wagyu flat iron, 14-ounce New York strip, and 10-ounce filet mignon. 1550 Market St., Denver, stksteakhouse.com
Bring that Dad Bod to Brunch
Tamayo
Bottomless brunch is alive and well on Father’s Day at Tamayo in Downtown Denver. The food menu includes favorites like chilaquiles, enchiladas, tacos, and more, with plenty of bites the kids will like too. Add on endless breakfast cocktails too, and you can truly spoil the man of the hour. Speaking of hours, you only have two to enjoy, and everyone has to participate in the bottomless option, which runs $59 per guest for food and drinks, or $42 for food only. 1400 Larimer St., Denver, tamayodenver.com
Edge Restaurant & Bar
Located inside the Four Seasons hotel, this steakhouse offers a Father’s Day brunch buffet complete with carving stations. The refined, yet relaxed, dining experience is prepared by executive chef Josh Fryer and features Colorado-inspired dishes, indulgent brunch classics, and of course plenty of dessert. Also on offer are specialty whiskey and bourbon selections. 1111 14th St., Denver, edgerestaurantdenver.com
The Perfect Landing Restaurant
For AVgeeks, this Father’s Day brunch overlooking Centennial Airport is just plane perfect (pun intended). In addition to a menu of Colorado comfort food, enjoy live piano music and views of aircraft landing right outside the windows.
No one will leave hungry thanks to dishes like chile rellenos and eggs, barbacoa breakfast tacos, Benedicts, and omelets, and more. Best part: no security lines or unexpected layovers during the eating journey. 7625 S. Peoria St., Englewood, theperfectlanding.com
Blue Island Oyster Bar
What dad wouldn’t love a dock-to-dish dining extravaganza? Here, diners can indulge ina full seafood menu and a roster of brunch specials like the Pacific Seabass BLT, Sesame Tuna Poke Salad, Lobster Frites, and more. Both Cherry Creek North and Lone Tree locations open early for the holiday ,with brunch starting at 10 a.m. and additional perks like caviar service to make the meal extraordinary. 2625 E. 2nd Ave., Denver; and 10008 Commons St., Lone Tree, blueislandoysterbar.com
Ash and Agave
The wood-fired, coastal Mexican restaurant in Cherry Creek brings its signature Riviera-inspired flavors to Father’s Day brunch for a real fiesta. Cocina highlights perfect for dad include the Wood Grilled Porterhouse Fajitas, Chilaquiles, the Machaca Breakfast Burrito, Puerto Vallarta Scramble, and Wood Grilled Lobster Tails.
Don’t skip the curated brunch cocktail menu featuring an Ancho Chile Tamarindo Margarita, Vanilla Pineapple Margarita, and Watermelon Margarita. Of course there’s brunch favorites too like blood orange Mimosas and Bloody Marias. 3000 E. 1st Ave., Suite 185, Denver, ashagave.com
Oliver’s Italian
Head to Greenwood Village for a Father’s Day special spritz o’clock, taking place all day at Oliver’s Italian for just $18.99. Choose from Aperol Spritz, Bianco Spritz, Blood Orange Mimosa, or a Peach Belini.
Also indulge in the brunch menu of Italian-inspired dishes such as Cannoli French Toast, Spicy Crab and Lobster Spaghetti, Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Roman-style pizzas, and a decadent chocolate cake. 4950 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village, oliversitalian.co
Cheers To Dad With Local Beer
Breckenridge Brewery at The Inverness Denver
Expect family-friendly lawn games, a plethora of smoked meats, and live music, all to celebrate Father’s Day. For $20 you can get a wagyu burger with a pint of Breckenridge Brewery beer, like the tasty Juice Drop Hazy IPA.
Add on a slew of traditional pub games like shuffleboard, darts, and billiards, expansive views of the golf course and Centennial Airport, and you have a great Sunday celebrating dads. 200 Inverness Drive W., Ste. 100, Englewood, breckbrewinverness.com
Ambler
On Sunday, June 21, the downtown spot makes it easy to cheer on dads with a $20 Burger and Beer deal. There’s no set item, Dad can get a smash burger and hazy IPA, a bison burger and brown ale, or another combo of his choosing. After the meal, take a nice walk around Union Station, and call it a great day. 1801 Wewatta St., Denver, amblerdenver.com
Cerebral Brewing x SMOK BBQ
This Congress Park brewery and local barbecue joint teamed up for a pop-pleasing Father’s Day Pig Roast. The laid-back afternoon starts at 11 a.m. and includes cold beer and a slow-roasted feast and all the fixings. Opt for a $20 individual plate loaded with pulled pork and sides; or an $80 platter with two pounds of pork, a pint of beans, pint of coleslaw, pint of potato salad, four buns, and pickles. 1477 Monroe St., Denver, cerebralbrewing.com
Braised Pork Sandwiches & Draft Brews at Leven
This Father’s Day Leven Deli Co. and Leven Supply will offer a special Braised Pork Sandwich promotion, which also includes a draft beer, for $25. Boasting tender braised pork, pickled onions, garlic aioli, and arugula on a house-made sourdough baguette, Leven’s braised pork sandwich is a celebration all by itself. Bonus: Both spots will also have $6 draft beers all day. Leven Suply, 300 E. Alameda Ave. Unit D, Denver; Leven Deli, 123 W. 12th Ave., Denver, eatleven.com
Oakwell Beer Spa
Set dad up for a relaxing day, complete with a local beer in hand. The Oakwell Beer Spa created a special Father’s Day Spa Package to pamper pops with 90 minutes in a private spa suite, and craft beverages for two. The suite features an herbal beer bath, infrared sauna, rain shower, artisan treats, and a 15-minute Zero Gravity Massage. 3004 N. Downing St., Denver, oakwell.com
Games and Activities Just For Dad
Brunch and Leatherworking Pop-Up at Gattara
On Sunday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Italian-American eatery Gattara, inside the Warwick Hotel, has a special Father’s Day brunch and leather branding bar featuring local leather maker Ember & Stitch Studio. Participants can enjoy charcuterie boards ($23), breakfast quesadillas filled with braised short ribs ($16), meatball sandwiches ($17), and more while sipping on bottomless Mimosas or Bloody Marys ($20 for two hours).
Meanwhile, a pop-up branding bar will offer customizable leather goods, including keychains, wallets and valets for guests to brand and emboss and create custom gifts for Dad. 1776 Grant St., Denver, gattararestaurant.com
Coors Field
The Colorado Rockies are in town and take on the Pittsburgh Pirates on Father’s Day weekend. Grab tickets June 20 (7:10 p.m.) or 21 (1:10 p.m.) and take dad out to the ballgame to enjoy oodles of fan favorite food around the stadium and nine innings (or more) of family fun.
If the action slows or isn’t going the Rockies way, wander through the stadium and over to The SandLot Brewery, birthplace of Blue Moon Belgian White, for award-winning brews. 2001 Blake St., Denver, mlb.com
Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge
Dad gets unlimited appetizers and desserts, plus one special dish for a cool $85. The fun continues after the meal with time for some friendly rivalry on the golf simulator. All dads receive a complimentary bottle of Toro’s signature barbecue rub or chimichurri to take home to spice up their own cooking. 150 Clayton Ln. Ste B, Denver, torodenver.com
FlyteCo Tower
This family-friendly brewpub has activities and eats to keep everyone in the family entertained for hours. Dad and the whole fam can have a blast bowling, playing ping pong, at the pool tables and dart boards, with arcade games, axe throwing, and even on the 18-hole mini golf course. There are also tours of the on-site historic air traffic control tower from the old Stapleton Airport available.
The menu is overflowing with father favorites like burgers, wings, nachos, pizza, salads, and more plus plenty of beers and other drinks to keep energy levels high. Use the code FLYWITHDAD to receive 20% off any online game bookings. 3120 Uinta St., Denver, flytecotower.com
Infinity Park
Head over to Glendale to see the Denver Onyx rugby team close out their home series against the New York Exiles. Whether he’s a rugby enthusiast or not, he’s sure to be entertained watching the reigning 2025 champions in a sure-to-be competitive showdown. As the teams battle it out on pitch, dad can enjoy snacks and drinks from the Grubber Grill menu. 4400 East Kentucky Ave., Glendale, infinityparkatglendale.com
