For the Dad who Loves Lobster!
Every Sunday at the Water Grill, Executive Chef David LeFevre offers a 3-course, family-style Lobster Clam Bake feast. Start with a mixed green salad with shaved vegetables, followed by a 1¼ pound Maine lobster served with clams, mussels, potatoes, sweet corn and Linguica sausage. The meal ends with a Maple Budino (Italian for pudding) and pecan shortbread cookies. Priced at $49 per guest. www.watergrill.com. 544 South Grand., (213) 891-0900.
Memphis BBQ at the Whist
On June 20, celebrate Father’s Day at Whist at Viceroy, with a 3-course barbecue for $29 per adult and $14 for children. Begin with a grilled gulf shrimp salad and roasted vegetables, then Memphis style pork ribs, beef brisket and pulled pork with baked beans, slaw and corn bread. Finish the meal with a slice of banana crème pie. Reservations are recommended via Open Table or (310) 260-7511.
Father’s Day at Parq
Chef Matt MacDonald at the Parq at Montage Beverly Hills creates his own unique barbecue sauce for the BBQ Maine Lobster Tail appetizer on his special Father’s Day lunch and dinner menu. Dad can start off his day at the Parq with an Arnold Palmer’s with a twist: Limeade, hint of Tahitian vanilla, fresh mint and a generous pour of Kentucky bourbon whiskey. The menu includesgrilled wild striped bass with a golden raisin and braised peaches bourbon sauce, or a blackened New York strip with roasted red peppers, wild mushrooms and baby celery. 225 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, (310) 860-7800.
Simon LA Father’s Day Burger
From 11:00am to 4:00pm on June 20, Fathers can enjoy a special menu at Simon LA. Begin with a grilled doughnut and Kerry’s coffee frappe, and then a Father’s Day burger created with a special mix of ground beef and short ribs. Organic toppings include homemade ketchup, blue cheese spread, pickle and red onions, with a side of truffle Parmesan fries. 8555 Beverly Blvd., www.simonlarestaurant.com
Have a Tree Planted in Dad’s honor
Michelin-trained Executive Chef, Sebastien Archambault, will offer a special “Like Father, Like Son” menu with a complimentary TRU Gin Fizz and a hand-rolled cigar at Andaz West Hollywood’s RH Restaurant. Dads can select roasted Niman Ranch veal chops with artichokes and garlic, a one pound rib chop with pomme soufflé and béarnaise, a Korobuta pork chop with mashed potatoes or a Roasted lamb chop with piperade. TRU2organics Gin will plant a tree in dad’s honor if he orders from this special menu. Available for brunch and dinner. 8401 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, (323) 656-1234.
Give Dad a Cooking Class
On Saturday, June 26, the Westin Bonaventure is hosting a “Cooking on the Edge” culinary class with Executive Chef Andreas Nieto. Students begin with a summer salad and fruit dessert presentation, then Chef Nieto takes his class outside to BBQ. Light summer wines accompany the courses. Seating limited for this great Father’s Day gift. The cost is $40 per person. Participants must be 21 years old. RSVP to Claudia Lambaren at Claudia.lambaren@westin.com
National Glamburger Month
The Cheesecake Factory offers six new hamburgers on their new menu. They aren’t just a “hamburger,” but more like a “glamburger.” Each burger is inspired by a different region of the United States. There is the Memphis Burger, Blue Cheese burger, Green Chile Cheeseburger, Sonoma Burger, a Smokehouse BBQ burger and Monterey Burger. All are priced at $10.95 and served with French fries or a green salad. To find the closest Cheesecake Factory to you, go to www.thecheesecakefactory.com
Hot Happy Hour in Beverly Hills
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse offers one of the best Happy Hours in town. From 4:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday through Fridays in the bar and outdoor patio area, all beers are $5, wines are $7 and well drinks, such as the Park Avenue or Antioxidant cocktail are $7. Accompany your drink with Lobster sliders, Tuna Tartare, or Oysters on the half shell for $7.
Celebrate Wednesdays during the summer at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse with every bottle of wine 50% off. Beginning in June and running through September, purchase an entrée and take advantage of a great bottle of wine at a 50% discount. 445 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, (310) 385-0640.
Win A Trip to Hawaii
Visit three different Roy’s – Hawaiian Fusion restaurants in Los Angeles and Orange County between now and August 31 and you’ll have a chance to win a dinner with Roy Yamaguchi at Roy’s Waikoloa restaurant on the Big Island of Hawaii. You and a guest will win round-trip airfare and five nights accommodation at the Outrigger Kohala Coast.
Receive an Ohana Tour card on your first visit to Roy’s. When you turn in your card at the second Roy’s location, you will receive a free Chocolate Soufflé and a new Ohana Tour card. At your third visit, you will receive a $20 gift card to use at a future visit, and you will be entered into the drawing for the grand prize trip to Hawaii. For Roy’s locations, go to www.roysrestaurant.com.
Great Spot to Watch the World Cup
25 Degrees restaurant (the name refers to the temperature difference between a medium rare and well done burger) at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel will show every World Cup game, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for fan enthusiasts. Wear your favorite team shirt and select beers are only $1.
During the World Cup Happy Hour from 3 pm to 6 pm, World Cup themed drink specials, selected sides, milkshakes, beers and wines are 50% off. 7000 Hollywood Blvd. (323) 785-7244
Celebrate your Birthday at Angels & Kings
Step into this Dolce Group’s Rock and Roll bar on your birthday with five or more off your friends and receive a Free Pitcher of Beer or Bottle of Champagne to help you celebrate. All day long Angels & Kings offers $3 draft beer specials, $4 bottled beer and $5 well drinks. 1708 N. Las Palmas Ave., (323) 468-8815.
Abbey Food and Bar turns 20!
The historic West Hollywood Abbey just celebrated its 20th birthday. Once a small coffeehouse, the Abbey expanded into a popular hot spot from 8am to 2am. Known as the “best gay bar in the world” by MTV’s Logo. 692 N. Robertson Blvd., (310) 289-8410.
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