Save the grilling for another day! This Father’s Day has special dishes, cheap pints of beer, and meal deals that are big enough to feed the entire family.
Is your dad hard to shop for? Does he have everything he could possibly need, including all your love? If you’re looking for a gift that just keeps giving, might we suggest a Tucson Foodie membership? It’s all that and a bag of chips.
Keep in mind that we’ll be adding to the list each day leading up to Dad’s big day, so check it occasionally if you haven’t found the perfect meal for your parent.
Oh, and pay attention to the dates, as some of these events are happening before Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15.
2025 World Margarita Championship
Saturday, June 14
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa, 245 E. Ina Rd.
Just in time for Father’s Day weekend, the World Margarita Championship—hosted by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and Tucson Originals Restaurants—is set against the scenic backdrop of the Sonoran Desert. You’ll sample original margarita creations and paired small bites from restaurants competing for the coveted “Judge’s Choice” and “People’s Choice” awards for “Best Margarita” and “Best Bite.”
Big Bad Wolf
Sunday, June 15
3706 N. Oracle Rd.
From 7 – 9 p.m. on Father’s Day, happy hour specials (TBD) and live music by Mama’s Kitchen Sink.
Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ
Sunday, June 15
1801 N. Stone Ave.
“Enjoy free jazz sponsored by Tucson Jazz Society every Sunday from 2 – 5 p.m. Reservations recommended.”
“Father’s Day reservations are going fast! Save a spot for you and dad today by clicking Learn More or calling the restaurant at (520) 867-6787. Raffle entry for all dads in attendance!
Raffle Prizes:
Round of Golf for Four at Omni Tucson National
EH Taylor Small Batch Bourbon
Copper City Bourbon
Von Payne Black Blended Whiskey
Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey
W. L. Weller 12yr Bourbon
Free Growler Fills
Brother John’s Gift Certificates
& More!”
The Century Room
Sunday, June 15
311 E. Congress St.
“($5-$10 + DICE fees | 6:30pm-9:30pm) Come sit in with multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the Century Room house band! Band opens up with a short set followed by an instrumental jam until 9:30pm. Musicians who sit in get in FREE!”
El Charro Café
Sunday, June 15
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Brunch kicks off at all El Charro locations on Father’s Day and then 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday moving forward.
“¡Feliz dia del Papá! Every Papá gets a FREE Pa’ffle during brunch and while supplies last at any El Charro Café location”
For more information, visit elcharrocafe.com.
Charro Steak & Del Rey
Sunday, June 15
188 E. Broadway Blvd.
For Father’s Day, the special features a mesquite-grilled bone-in rib-eye and a baked potato “Papa Loco” style for $59.95 (normally a $79.95 value). Additionally, they will feature $5 Modelo y Marisco cans.
Churrasco de Brasil
Friday, June 13 to Saturday, June 14
150 W. Wetmore Rd.
“All dads who dine with us June 13–15 will receive a $20 Bonus Card for their next visit!
Father’s Day Weekend runs Friday through Sunday, June 13–15 — and spots are filling up fast.”
Father’s Day Craft & Vendor Market
Friday, June 13 to Sunday, June 15
4500 N. Oracle Rd.
“Join us for a special weekend dedicated to celebrating dads and all the incredible father figures in our lives! Featuring local vendors, thoughtful gifts, and great finds, this is the perfect event to discover something meaningful and unique.”
Feast
11 a.m., Sunday, June 15
3719 E. Speedway Blvd.
“Dear Feastlings,
We’re not sure what it is about dads. Mother’s Day is pretty nonstop around here, and we assume that fathers abound in equal number, but it seems, by and large, to be a day for grilling at home. Last year hardly anyone joined us for dinner, so we’ve given dinner the hook that day, but we will come in, even the dads who work here, to make brunch an enjoyable time for a father in your life. We’ll be seating from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm, and in addition to our regular menu, we’ll be offering these Father’s Day treats:
Elvis waffle~Waffle with peanut butter, bacon and bananas. Served with real maple syrup.
17
Eggs Benedict~house-made English muffin with poached eggs, ham and sauce Hollandaise. Served with sautéed spinach and crispy potatoes.
20
Substitute lobster for ham:
26
Oxtail quesadilla with poblano chilies, casera cheese, shaved radishes and horseradish-arugula pesto.
16
Seared Hokkaido sea scallops with fava beans and preserved lemons, celery leaves and smoked green apple cream. ◊
45
Grilled tenderloin of venison with caramelized Bourbon glaze, seared pork belly, buttermilk mashed potatoes and smoked vegetable relish. ◊*
45
Cherry custard tart~individual tart with fresh cherries and vanilla custard.
12
You can make your reservation by phone at (520) 326-9363, or by following this link.“
Ghini’s French Caffe
Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15
1803 E. Prince Rd.
“Come treat your special Dad to our delicious, scratch-made Brunch & Vegan menus. Enjoy 2-for-$15 Mimosas & Bloody Marys all Father’s Day Weekend
(walk-ins only)”
Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort
Sunday, June 15
5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Rd.
Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort in Tucson is hosting a Father’s Day BBQ Brunch on Sunday, June 15. The event features a buffet with grilled favorites, barbecue sides, and desserts, with a complimentary beer, shandy, or michelada for dads. Reservations can be made by calling (520) 529-3500. The brunch will be held from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Sunday, June 15
7000 N. Resort Dr.
Every Sunday, the resort hosts a Blues, Brews & BBQ Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($64 adults | $32 kids 6 – 12 years).
MOJO Cuban Kitchen & Rum Bar
Sunday, June 15
1929 E. Grant Rd.
“Father’s Day Brunch at Mojo 🥃🍳
Treat Dad to something delicious this year — we’re talking:
🍖 Guava BBQ Short Rib Hash
🥞 Bacon Rumcakes
🥂 Plus, a complimentary Bloody Mary for Dad
📍 June 15 | 10AM–2PM
📞 Reservations recommended — regular menu available all day!”
For more information, visit mojocuban.com.
The Monica
Sunday, June 15
40 E. Congress St.
“Picnic for Pops – BBQ Style Platter from our Patio Grill that includes Corn Bread BBQ Sliders, Wings, Brats, Street Corn, Potato Salad & Potato Salad. Available in a platter & a la cart!”
For more information, visit themonicatucson.com.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza
Thursday, June 12 – Sunday, June 15
4362 N. Oracle Rd. • 6601 E. Grant Rd.
From Thursday, June 12 to Sunday, June 15 (Father’s Day), get $3 off any heart-shaped pizza. Use the code HEARTDAD3 to get the deal.
The Parish
Sunday, June 15
6453 N Oracle Rd.
“Join us this Father’s Day – Sunday, June 15th from 11 AM to 9 PM when we’re serving up our regular Parish menu along with special features made for Dad.
Father’s Day Special – Smoked Southern Style Sarsaparilla Pork Ribs – $34
Served with our creamy gouda smoked mac-n-cheese and street corn on the cob
(Available in-house and for take-out while they last)
Bar Feature – D.A.D $12
Your choice of a Dragoon IPA or Abita Amber draft served with a shot of Whiskey Del Bac
Old Fashioned $8
A classic favorite for a classic guy
Reservations are recommended, especially if you want to score one of these mouthwatering specials before they’re gone.”
For more information, visit theparishtucson.com.
Tucson Botanical Gardens
Sunday, June 15
2150 N Alvernon Way
“Tucson Botanical Gardens is celebrating Plant Dads, Dog Dads, and Best Dads this Father’s Day, June 15. Treat the father-figures in your life with a visit to the more than 20 curated garden spaces, including the Cactus & Succulent Garden and The Great Garden Express model train exhibit set in an Arizona Sky Islands-inspired landscape.”
The Gardens will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Green Shop (next to VASA Fitness at Grant and Alvernon) is a great stop if you need a last-minute gardening gift for Dad. The café will be adding some special dad-friendly items to the breakfast and lunch menu.
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Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
