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Boston's Best Father's Day Restaurants

Mother's Day may be the busiest restaurant day of the year for restaurants, but that doesn't mean dads shouldn't get a nice meal on their big day too. Head to Boston for some of the best restaurants for Father's Day in the area. Whether he likes steak and potatoes, local beer or atmosphere, the city has the right spot for him. Even better, Boston has great spots for any budget, so every dad can have a quality meal.

abe & louie's
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Abe & Louie's
793 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 536-6300
abeandlouies.com

Abe & Louie's takes the humble steakhouse up a notch. With a hefty steak menu featuring beautiful filet, ribeye and more, dads will easily find something tasty. The rest of the family will not be disappointed with options like lobster Savannah, shrimp and chicken. There are plenty of gorgeous sides and desserts to choose from as well. Just be aware that this lovely dining experience can be tough on the wallet.

Game On Boston
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Game On!
82 Lansdowne St.
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 351-7001
gameonboston.com

Game On! is a great destination for a dad who likes sports and excitement. This Lansdowne St. establishment has television screens everywhere, ping-pong suites for rent and even batting cages. Just call ahead to get access to these fun activities with dad. There's nothing like combining a little friendly competition with a good meal on Father's Day. As for the menu, the biggest draw is the pizza, roasted in a scorching hot 900-degree pizza oven. Game On! also has sandwiches, wings, salads and more.

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The Tap Trailhouse
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The Tap Trailhouse
19 Union St.
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 367-0033
www.thetaptrailhouse.com

Dads who like a good beer and traditional bar food will love The Tap Trailhouse. Very affordable starters include pork rashers, pretzel sticks and oysters. Of course, there is New England Clam Chowder, but there is also pot pie soup, mini tacos and nachos. Main courses venture away from pub fare with items like rib roast, lobster rolls, squash ravioli, fried chicken and even venison meatloaf. If your dad is more of a breakfast guy, pop in for delicious brunch any time from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Father's Day. Be sure to make reservations.

Giacomo's
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Giacomo's
355 Hanover St.
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 523-9026
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Hanover St. is the spot for the best Italian restaurants in Boston. A lot of locals say that no one on Hanover St. does it better than Giacomo's. If your dad likes Italian food, bring him here for Father's Day. Giacomo's serves up classics like caprese salad, chicken marsala and a range of pastas. Everything is priced reasonably at under $20 a plate. Unfortunately, there is no dessert menu. However, Mike's Pastry is right up the street and has the best cannolis in town.

Related: Boston's Best Italian Restaurants

Boston Chops
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Boston Chops
1375 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 227-5011
bostonchops.com

Boston Chops has a casual atmosphere with a refined food aesthetic. There are such rich menu items as duck fat fingerling potatoes, pork belly mac & cheese, fried chicken and crab cakes. The steak and chop menu is well-rounded with cuts like Prime Chateaubriand, filet mignon and braised shortribs. However, these items have a very hefty price tag, so beware before booking. A more reasonably priced "rarely celebrated" section appears on the menu with items like sweetbreads, tongue, cheeks and heart. If Dad likes a culinary thrill, take him to Boston Chops without breaking the bank.

Shelly Barclay is a professional freelance writer and amateur author. She writes on a variety of topics from food to mysteries. She loves to share the culture and rich history of her birthplace and home, Boston, with the rest of the world. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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