If Dad’s idea of a perfect Father’s Day involves a serious steak, a few good drinks, a long lunch in the country or a table piled high with barbecue, Victoria has plenty of ways to make Sunday, September 6 one to remember.
From Japanese fine dining in Melbourne CBD to an Argentinian-style BBQ on the coast, these five Father’s Day experiences offer something a little more memorable than another pair of socks.
Treat Dad to Wagyu and M9 steak at Izakaya Miyazaki
For the dad who takes his steak seriously, Izakaya Miyazaki in Melbourne CBD is pulling out all the stops with a $138 Father’s Day set menu.
The Japanese feast includes chef’s selection sashimi, Miyazaki wagyu tataki, foie gras, yakitori and a charcoal-grilled M9 steak, with a complimentary house beer included. It’s an indulgent menu that brings together plenty of premium ingredients in one sitting – exactly the sort of lunch that gives Dad a good reason to clear his schedule.
Take Dad whisky tasting at Annabel’s
Not every Father’s Day celebration needs to revolve around a big lunch. At Annabel’s Wine Bar in Caulfield South, Dad can enjoy a curated Whisky & Charcuterie Experience across September 5 and 6.
The experience pairs four whisky pours with artisan charcuterie, giving guests the chance to explore bold flavours from Scotland or Australia alongside carefully matched food. It’s a great option for dads who would rather spend the afternoon discovering a new favourite dram than sitting through a traditional set menu.
Head to the country for Tuki’s farm-to-table feast
For a Father’s Day that feels like a proper escape from the city, Tuki Restaurant in Smeaton is offering a special farm-to-table lunch surrounded by country views.
Seasonal local produce takes centre stage, with Tuki trout and dry-aged steak among the offerings, while every dad receives a complimentary beer. It’s the kind of relaxed country lunch that encourages you to settle in, take your time and make a whole day of celebrating Dad.
Roll out the red carpet for Dad at Red Gum BBQ
If Dad’s perfect meal involves smoked meat rather than fine dining, Red Gum BBQ in Red Hill has the answer. The restaurant is serving up an "EPIC Southern-style feast” across Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, with smoked brisket and free-range smoked chicken with Alabama white sauce among the offerings.
There’s no need to overcomplicate it: gather the family, grab a table and let Dad get stuck into a proper barbecue feast.
Make a coastal day of it at 360Q
For families looking to combine a Father’s Day meal with a trip to the coast, 360Q in Queenscliff is serving an Argentinian-style BBQ lunch packed with South American-inspired flavours.
Dad also receives a complimentary beer or glass of bubbles on arrival, with live entertainment adding to the occasion. Set in Queenscliff, it’s an easy excuse to turn lunch into a full day out rather than simply heading home once the plates are cleared.
Whether Dad is happiest with premium Japanese beef, a whisky in hand, a country lunch, smoked brisket or a coastal BBQ, these five Victorian experiences offer plenty of reasons to make Father’s Day more than an afterthought.
