Father’s Day UAE: Fantastic Deals for Dads in Dubai and the UAE

It’s Father’s Day in the UAE this Monday 21 June and, although Dads are notoriously hard to buy for, luckily this year the UAE’s dining and entertainment outlets have got your back. Forget about the usual tie or socks gift options in favour of a bonding experience that will lead to memories to treasure instead. Whether it’s a fantastic dining deal, a free drink or dessert, or complimentary entry to some of the UAE’s best family attractions, here are some of Dubai and the UAE’s best deals and treats for dads this Father’s Day…

FREE STEAK AT THE BLACKSMITH BAR AND EATERY: Dine with the family at The Blacksmith Bar and Eatery and celebrate Father’s Day with a complimentary, mouthwatering steak for the dad, specially created for this occasion. Pops can relish a delicious Cowboy Steak grilled to perfection, all served with steak fries and a rich BBQ sauce. DETAILS: Valid on Monday, 21 June, from 5pm to 2am, dads get a complimentary ‘Cowboy’ steak when dining with family at Blacksmith Bar and Eatery, Wyndham Dubai Marina. Call 04 407 8873 or email info@theblacksmithdubai.com.

FREE DESSERT AT MASTERCHEF THE TV EXPERIENCE: Head over to MasterChef, the TV experience for dinner with the family and enjoy a complimentary dessert for dad. Available only on Father’s Day, this neighbourhood restaurant is offering all fathers across the city a ‘Choco Cubana’, a decadent signature treat packaged creatively as a ‘burning cigar’. DETAILS: Monday, 21 June, from 7pm to 11pm, complimentary dessert when dining with family at MasterChef, the TV Experience, Millennium Place Marina, call 04 550 8111.

21% OFF AT LA FABBRICA ITALIANA: La Fabbrica Italiana is an amazing new Italian focacceria in Wasl 51, and it is offering a 21% special discount on 21 June for all dads who order one of the deliciously crisp, airy and flavourful meat focaccias. For one day only, all fathers that visit La Fabbrica Italiana for dine in will enjoy the special price on all best-seller focaccia available, such as the Trentina, Campana, Calabrese and Pugliese Focaccia. With a rigorous fermentation process of 72 hours that leaves the bread light and irresistible, these focaccias won’t leave pops feeling bloated – meaning he’ll have plenty of room to treat himself to the restaurant’s iconic tiramisu for dessert. DETAILS: 21% off for fathers ordering a meat focaccia at La Fabbrica Italiana on Monday 21 June 2021.

FREE O’VADA PAO AT O’PAO: Dads can get a free tasty Mumbai street snack known as the Vada Pao with any order on the menu at Karama-based neighbourhood eatery O’Pao. Originating from the Indian word usually used for ‘Bread’, O’Pao is dedicated to Mumbai’s iconic street snack, where Vada Pao’s – a deep-fried potato dumpling placed inside a bun and served with spicy chutneys and chilli - are served with a good old cup of Chai. DETAILS: Valid all day on Monday 21 June, order any one item on the menu (no minimum order) and treat your dad a complimentary O'Vada Pao.

FREE ENTRY FOR DADS AT LEGOLAND DUBAI: For the whole of June dads can visit Legoland Dubai for free when accompanied by a paying child aged three to 12 years. This offer is available exclusively for UAE residents and can be redeemed online. Plus, Dads also eat free on Father’s Day weekend (between Thursday June 17 and Sunday June 20), during which time they can have a complimentary meal at Market Restaurant with a paying child. DETAILS: Free entry for Dads until June 30 at Legoland Dubai, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Jebel Ali, legoland.com/dubai/dads.

COMPLIMENTARY CHEESEBURGER AT GBK: When you dine in with dad on Father’s Day this Monday 21 June, order your own GBK favourite – whether that be the Shroom Swiss, the Prime Wagyu or the Vegan Californian - and the papa at the table will get a handcrafted gourmet Classic Cheeseburger on the house. DETAILS: Valid all day on 21 June 2021, for dine-in, at GBK outlets in DIFC, Mirdif City Center, Jumeirah Lakes Tower - Cluster J and Abu Dhabi Mall.

ALL YOU CAN EAT MEAT AT TULUM: Mexican restaurant Tulum at The Dubai Mall offers breathtaking views of the fountains and Downtown Dubai, which make the perfect backdrop against which to enjoy its special Father’s Day meal offer. Dads can enjoy unlimited quantities of mouthwatering steak or Pepito sandwiches, served with grilled vegetables, and all washed down with his choice of mocktails this Father's Day, for Dh220 per person. DETAILS: To know more call 04 514 0135 or visit www.tulum.ae.

FREE DESSERT AT STHAN: Dads can enjoy a free delicious dessert at elegant North Frontier cuisine restaurant, Sthan this Father’s Day. Based in Karama, this casual dining concept offers delicacies from Afghanistan, Pakistan and India, and will treat dads to a complimentary dessert of his choice - from Rabdi Parantha and Kala Jamoon, Badam Ki Phirni, to Parle Ji Sandwich and more. DETAILS: Valid 12 pm – 12am on 21 June 2021, free dessert for dads at Sthan, Zabeel Road, Al Karama, Dubai, UAE, 04 399 7775.

DRINK ON THE HOUSE AT DUCK HOOK: Characterful country gastropub The Duck Hook at Dubai Hills Golf Club is offering Dads a complimentary pint of hops upon the purchase of a main course when dining with the family. Diners can tuck into the venue’s famous roast selection, including roast beef cooked three ways (Dh135), roasted free range chicken (Dh125), vegan and beyond roast (Dh135), or a chicken and beef roast, also known as ‘the roast with the most’ (Dh170). Each roast is served with all the trimmings, including duck fat roasties and Yorkshire puddings. DETAILS: The Duck Hook is open every day from 11:30am to midnight and serves a daily happy hour from 3pm – 8pm. Father’s Day offer available on both Sunday 20 and Monday 21 June 2021.

COMPLIMENTARY CHICKEN WINGS AT PERRY & BLACKWLEDER’S: Dads dining at the city’s original smokehouse at Souk Madinat Jumeirah with the family can take advantage of a complimentary portion (six pieces) of P&B’s famous chicken wings when ordering a main course. Flavours to choose from include smoky BBQ, lemon pepper, peri ‘Perry’, P&B red hot sauce, teriyaki, and more. DETAILS: Offer valid on both 20 and 21 June 2021. Perry & Blackwelder’s is open daily from 12pm – 11:30pm, with a daily happy hour, available between 1pm – 4pm from Saturday to Tuesday, and 4pm – 8pm from Wednesday to Friday.

HAIRCUT DEALS AT CG BARBERSHOP: CG Barbershop has four days of offers to celebrate Father’s Day in Dubai this June. On Friday June 18 and Saturday June 19, dads who book in for a haircut will receive a free facial (worth Dh80), while on Sunday June 20 and Monday June 21, little ones will receive a free cut with every adult haircut. DETAILS: Free facial for dads on June 18 and 19, then free haircut for kids with every adult haircut on June 20 and 21 at CG Barbershop, Arjaan by Rotana, Dubai Media City, cgbarbershop.com.

FREE MAIN COURSE AT THE BONNINGTON JLT: This Father’s Day, order a main dish and receive a complimentary one for dad to enjoy at either the hotel’s signature venue, The Cavendish Restaurant, or its modern cocktail bar, Healey’s Bar and Terrace. While The Cavendish features dishes including Grilled Lamb Chops, Pan Seared Sea Bass and Pistachio Crusted Chicken Breast, Healey’s is offers a range of specialty drinks and delicious food, from hearty salads and flatbreads to burgers and grills. DETAILS: Valid from Friday 18 June to Monday 21 June, buy one get one free on main dishes for dds, at The Cavendish restaurant or Healey’s Bar & Terrace at The Bonnington JLT, call +971 4 356 0533 or visit the website at www.bonningtontower.com.

DADDY DISCOUNT ON PUREBORN NAPPIES AND WIPES: This Father’s Day, PureBorn is helping dad’s buy their baby’s essentials with a special 20% off all products. For one day only, parents can head to www.pureborn.com and use the code DAD20 to receive their special discount off all products. Parents can purchase PureBorn’s Pure Wipes which are multipurpose wipes made from 98.8% water, perfect for sensitive skin or stock up on the Organic Bamboo Nappies, better for the environment and better for their little ones.

DESSERT DEAL FOR DADS AT DENNY’S: Denny’s UAE is gifting dads a free Berry Pancake treat for every order made on the Denny’s UAE app on the 20 and 21 June 2021. No matter what you order on the app, dads will receive a free portion of fluffy buttermilk pancakes drizzled with cream cheese icing and topped with strawberries and whipped cream. DETAILS: Valid 20 and 21 June, order through the Denny’s UAE app and get a complimentary Berry Pancake dessert. Download the app at: https://bit.ly/2PCre3i.

COMPLIMENTARY DAD DRINK AT ICON BAR: Visit ICON Bar & Lounge in Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City to celebrate Father’s Day and when you order any main course, pops gets a free pint. DETAILS: Offer valid 21 June 12pm – 7pm. Free pint with any main course for all dads at ICON Bar & Lounge,Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City, 04-3669111/ icon.mediacity.dubai@radissonblu.com, open Daily 12pm – 2am.

DADS GO FREE TO WAVEHOUSE DUBAI: On Monday 21 June, dads go free to cool family destination Wavehouse at Atlantis The Palm. With entertainment from a live band, dad can enjoy a main course and a pint on the house while bonding over bowling or gaming in the arcade. But the rest of the family also gets a treat: for Dh99, guests receive five tickets which they can ‘tear off’ and redeem on food, beverages or arcade game credits. Tickets can be spent on five drinks, five bites of five lots of gaming sessions, or a mix of all three. Plus, everyone gets 50% off bowling – strike! DETAILS: Free main course and drink for dads at Wavehouse Dubai on Monday 21 June, 12pm-12am, including live entertainment, +971 4 426 2626.

FREE MAIN COURSE FOR DADS AT MEDI TERRA: Medi Terra in Abu Dhabi is offering a main course of choice free of charge to all dads dining with their children on June 20 and 21. Serving up Mediterranean-inspired cuisine overlooking the waters of Marsa Al Bateen Marina in Abu Dhabi, Medi Terra is a family-friendly restaurant offering both indoor and terrace seating, which has been covered and cooled for the summer months. From seafood linguini with scallops, to beef tenderloin served with kale and mushrooms, dads can enjoy a delicious meal on the house, while the littles have a kids’ menu that includes options like penne alfredo, Margherita pizza, mozzarella sticks and more. DETAILS: Valid 20 and 21 June, free main course for dads dining with their kids at Medi Terra at the Marsa Al Bateen Marina in Abu Dhabi, open from 12pm – 11pm on weekdays, and 10am – 12am on weekends. Call 02 633 6366, or follow @mediterra_ad on social media.

HALF PRICE DELIVERY STEAK FROM COUQLEY: For Father’s Day 2021, Deliveroo is partnering with Couqley French Bistro & Bar to deliver their most iconic item on the menu – the divine Steak Frites - to customers throughout Dubai at a special price. A full portion of Couqley’s Steak Frites will be available to order home for Dh39.50 on the 20 and 21 June. Served with Couqley’s signature sauce and thinly sliced fries, the Steak Frites will be delivered at half price for only two days. And the finishing touch? You’ll also receive a card with foodie ‘Dad jokes’ , plus a fun pop-quiz to test their children on how well they know them. DETAILS: Half price Steak Frites from Couqley on 20 and 21 June 2021, available on Deliveroo.

DEAL ON PROTEIN-PACKED PANCAKES AT EGGSPECTATION: Dads can fuel up at Eggspectation with protein-packed High Rise Pancakes for the special price of Dh49. Available for dine-in only, Fathers can kick-start their day with a mighty stack of filling pancakes that comes with sausages, Canadian Angus beef bacon and lyonnaise style medallion potatoes layered between them, topped with an omega-3 rich sunny side up fried egg. DETAILS: Available dine-in at Eggspectation, Dh49 for High Rise Pancakes for dads.

FREE TRIFLE AT BREAD ST KITCHEN: Dine on a classic roast lunch at Bread Street Kitchen for Father’s Day, and the man of the hour will enjoy a traditional British trifle to finish on the house! Bread Street Kitchen’s roast includes sirloin of beef, lamb, or chicken with all the trimmings and a side of Gordon Ramsay's famous flair. DETAILS: Valid Sunday 20 June, 12-3pm, Sunday roast for Dh135pp, children welcome, free trifle for dads dining with the family at Bread St Kitchen in Atlantis The Palm, +971 4 426 2626.

SPECIAL FATHER’S DAY MENU AT SEAFIRE STEAKHOUSE: Dad can enjoy a meaty feast with Chef Raymond’s special, classic beef Rossini at Seafire Steakhouse in Atlantis The Palm. Made using Rangers Valley wagyu beef tenderloin with seared foie gras, charred broccolini, truffle potato croquettes, and butternut puree, the meal will be paired with a handcrafted cocktail from the bar team. DETAILS: Available on Monday 21 June, 6-10.45pm, Dh425pp including cocktail, kids welcome, +971 4 426 2626.

2 FOR 1 DRINKS AT TIPSY LION: What’s better than chilling with a drink while shooting the breeze with your dad? Chilling with two drinks for the price of one! Spend some quality time with the old man this Father’s Day at British-style eatery Tipsy Lion, as it offers two for one on selected hops all day, www.tipsyliondubai.com.

FATHER’S DAY STAYCATION OFFER AT VIDA UAQ: Head down to Vida Beach Resort at Umm Al Quwain between June 17 and 21 and surprise the dad in your life with a much-needed, beach-getaway staycation. Starting from Dh975, the special Father’s Day price includes the stay with complimentary Spa experience for your dad (or husband), 3 beverages on the house during the stay and a surprise gift at check in. DETAILS: Father’s Day rate from Dh975, to book your stay call : 06 706 5000 or email at hithere.uaq@vidahotels.com

FREE COFFEE AND FRENCH TOAST AT EETEN: Quirky and eclectic all-day-dining restaurant EETEN Urban Kitchen in Marina Mall has a fabulous offer on the 21 June. For every main course, salad, sandwich, or burger dad orders, he will get a complimentary specialty coffee and EETEN’s signature French toast for dessert. What a treat! DETAILS: Valid 21 June at Eeten in Dubai Marina Mall.

EAT TO WIN A STAYCATION WITH IKEA: On Father’s Day, Swedish home retailer Ikea is giving dads the chance to win a luxe family staycation experience at Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City Hotel, including a one-night stay with breakfast for two adults and two children. Three lucky papas can win this treat for their family - to enter the draw, head to the Ikea Restaurant for a meal and share your IKEA family membership number at check out to enter the draw. The offer is valid from 19 June to 21 June, www.ikea.ae.