Father's Day Planner
Updated: May 30, 2008
Father's Day is June 15: From Seattle shops to restaurants, our editors recommend the best ways to treat Dad.
On this page:Seattle Restaurants, Seattle Shops, Seattle Attractions/Events.
Seattle Restaurants
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Jak's Grill
Read Reviews4548 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116 (map)
He'll love the great steaks, friendly service and extremely reasonable prices at this family-friendly steakhouse.
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Salty's on Alki
Read Reviews1936 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126 (map)
All-you-can-eat prawns, oysters and crab legs--not to mention the meat carving station--make this Alki institution a brunch winner.
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Pecos Pit Bbq
Read Reviews2260 First Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134 (map)
The old man will love the tasty, sloppy joe-style brisket sandwiches.
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Elliott's Oyster House
Read Reviews1201 Alaskan Way, Pier 56, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)
Treat Dad to a flight of rums, a dozen oysters and Sound views at this waterfront fish house.
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The Metropolitan Grill
Read Reviews820 Second Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 (map)
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Palace Kitchen
Read Reviews2030 Fifth Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)
Upscale, but not uptight, Tom Douglas' downtown saloon is sure to please Dad.
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El Gaucho
Read Reviews2505 First Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 (map)
The menu is all about martinis and meat at this swanky supper club.
Seattle Shops
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David Lawrence Inc
Read Reviews1318 Fourth Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)
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Fine Wine & Cigars
Read Reviews16535 NE 76th St, Ste D-105, Redmond, WA 98052 (map)
3,000 wines, choice cigars and a knowledgable staff in Redmond.
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Port Chatham Smoked Seafood
Read Reviews2821 NW Market St Ste E, Seattle, WA 98107 (map)
Pick up some high-class lox and other smoked goodies for Dad's morning bagels.
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Nordstrom
Read Reviews500 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)
A longtime Seattle shopping standby, this department store is the place to buy Dad a nice tie or another accessory.
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Rei
Read Reviews222 Yale Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (map)
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Sharper Image
Read Reviews1501 Fourth Ave Ste 116, Seattle, WA 98101 (map)
High-tech gadgets--available for hands-on play--bring out the kid in everyone.
Seattle Attractions/Events
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Redhook Ale Brewery Inc
Read Reviews14300 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072 (map)
Stop in with Dad for a $1 tour every hour between 12pm and 5pm and get 3 to 4 beer samples and a souvenir tasting glass to take home.
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Woodland Park Zoo
Read Reviews5500 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 (map)
Head to the zoo for a Father's Day picnic, complete with all the fixings: BBQ beef, hot dogs, coleslaw, macaroni salad and a watermelon eating contest (11am-3pm).
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Emerald Downs
Read Reviews2300 Emerald Downs Dr, Auburn, WA 98001 (map)
Bet on the ponies with Dad at this Auburn racetrack, where he'll get a free hat with admission; don't miss the annual Father's Day Three-Legged Dash later in the Family Park Area.
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Jackson Park Golf Club
Read Reviews1000 NE 135th St, Seattle, WA 98125 (map)
Make Dad a reservation for an 18-hole championship or 9-hole executive course at this urban golf course in north Seattle.
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Cheney Stadium
Write a review2502 S Tyler St, Tacoma, WA 98401 (map)
Scope new talent at Tacoma's AAA ballpark, home of the Mariners-affiliated Tacoma Rainiers.
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Greenlake Golf Course
Read Reviews5701 E Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA 98103 (map)
Dig out the tackle box and set-up on one of Seattle's only in-city fishing piers.















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