Hidden gem in Charlotte’s Oakhurst neighborhood where the menu is as creative as the food
June 18, 2026
Where to celebrate dad this Father’s Day
Treat pop right at these area spots
by Ebony L. Morman
Charlotte’s restaurants, bars, and breweries are offering plenty of ways to celebrate Father’s Day. Whether Dad prefers a laid-back brunch, a special dinner, or something a little different, these local spots are marking dad’s special day with limited with select menus, hours, and events.
Aqua e Vino, Providence Park
The Father’s Day lunch includes gnocchi, risotto, ricotta pasta, branzino, roasted prime rib, granita, tiramisu, and more. Reserve a table online.
Caroline’s Oyster Bar, Uptown
The Father’s Day surf and turf celebration includes craft cocktails, fresh seafood favorites, a build-your-own celebration for Dad, and more. A complimentary family portrait will also be offered on the patio from 4-7 p.m. Limited availability. Reserve a table online.
The Crunkleton, Elizabeth
King for a Day Father’s Day Whiskey Dinner offers a whiskey tasting and three-course dinner. Includes Gentleman Jack welcome cocktail and a rare whiskey tasting of King of Kentucky; Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Batch Proof, and Jack Daniel’s Heritage Toasted Single Barrel. $231(includes gratuity). Reserve a table online.
Dilworth Tasting Room, Plaza Midwood
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with brunch specialty features. Regular menu items include banana bread pancakes, smashed beef sliders, shrimp and grits, steak and eggs, seasonal fruits, and more. Make a reservation online.
Grey’s Diner, Plaza Midwood
The diner will host breakfast and brunch on Father’s Day, including special grill features alongside the regular menu. Menu items include French toast, overnight yeast waffles, black bean chilaquiles, cheddar grits, eggplant parm, fried chicken, fried flounder, and more. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Make a reservation online.
The Melting Pot, multiple locations
The four-course menu includes strawberry spinach salad, buffalo bacon cheddar fondue, garlic pepper steak, bourbon pork tenderloin, Pacific white shrimp, chocolate fondue, and more. $59 for adults and $38 for children 12 and under. 12-8 p.m. Make a reservation online.
Mimosa Grill, uptown
The brunch buffet includes shrimp and grits, baked mac and cheese, walnut-crusted French toast, and more. Reserve a table online.
Napa, multiple locations
Special menu features include steak and eggs, smash burgers, brined pork chops, and more. Reserve a table online.
Old Mecklenburg Brewery, multiple locations
Brunch includes chicken and waffles, brisket sliders, hashbrown casseroles, French toast bread pudding, a carving station, an omelet station, and more. $39.95 for adults and $12.95 for children. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Purchase tickets online.
Reid’s, multiple locations
Brunch specials include short rib hash and a peach thyme bourbon smash cocktail. Make a reservation online. Father’s Day gifts — including a beer box, a grilling gift pack, and baked treats — are also available online.
Renaissance Pâtisserie, SouthPark
Holiday treats include cognac mousse cups, cupcakes, cake pops, decorated cakes, and more.
Steak 48, SouthPark
On Father’s Day, Steak 48 will open early with special expanded hours from 12-10 p.m. Menu options include prime steakhouse meatballs, wagyu beef tartare, bone-in filet mignon, NY strip, boursin cheese whipped potatoes, sugar snap peas, Chilean sea bass, and more. Make a reservation online.
Supperland, Plaza Midwood
Take dad to Sunday School, Supperland style with this educational tasting of Old Forester 1870, 1897, 1910, and 1920 whiskeys. Also included: two cocktails using the featured spirits and small bites. $67. Make a reservation online.
Vaulted Oak Brewing, Oakhurst
Vaulted Oak Brewing will host brews and BBQ with Dad, which includes free barbecue sandwiches and more. 3-7 p.m.
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