The South Bay Foodies have combed the South Bay and have provided a list of interesting ways to celebrate Dad on his special day.
“Who’s Your Daddy” Pig Roast and Beer Garden at Shade Hotel
This Father’s Day, the Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach invites Dads to ‘Pig Out’ at its first “Who’s Your Daddy” Pig Roast and Beer Garden. The feast, prepared by Executive Chef Chris Garasic, will feature a Whole Spit Roasted Apple Cider Brined Yorkshire Hog, pulled pork sandwiches, chicken habanero sausages and traditional sides including BBQ Black Beans, Chipotle Mac n’ Cheese, Jalapeno Potato Au Gratin and Grilled Creamed Corn.
In addition, a variety of locally crafted beers will be available from the El Segundo Brewing Co. The event will also offer a kid’s craft table where kids can spend their creativity making a special gift for their dad.
- Shade Hotel, 1221 N Valley Drive. Manhattan Beach, CA; (310) 546-4995
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Roulez le bon Temps at Ragin Cajun
The Ragin Cajun Cafe will feature a 3 course pre-fixe meal consisting of a cup of gumbo or their Bayou Bisque. Diners can select between a salmon entree or a Cajun surf & turf dinner. A choice of dessert is also included for the low price of $25.00! Diners can add a pint of draft beer for $5; any bottle of wine is ½ off!
- Ragin Cajun Cafe
- 525 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; (310) 540-7403
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Hot Chicken Eating Challenge at King Harbor Brewing Company
Howlin’ Ray’s, the brand new food truck specializing in Nashville style hot chicken, is looking for a few brave contestants to enter their first ‘Hot Chicken Eating Challenge’ at King Harbor Brewing Company. The only rule during this challenge is simply to finish the chicken the fastest without any beverages. The winner will be rewarded with a growler of their choice from King Harbor Brewing Company along with some cool swag.
The event begins at noon with the competition starting promptly at 1:30pm. For those who can’t handle such heat but simply love amazing chicken, Howlin’ Ray’s will be serving their full menu all day until they run out; so get there early.
Howlin’ Ray’s is looking for 4-6 brave contestants. If you think you have what it takes, please email matt@localitela.com
- King Harbor Brewing
- 2907 182nd Street, Redondo Beach, CA 90278; (310) 542-8657
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Battleship Brews ‘N’ BBQ
Big Butter Jazz Band returns to the Iowa with live music and DJ Daddy Scotty is spinning all day. Craft beer and full bar with food by Johnny Rockets. $18 for adults and $10 for youths. Dads pay the youth price!
- Battleship Iowa
- 250 S Harbor Blvd. San Pedro, Ca; (877) 446-9261
More Specials Around Town…
On Father’s Day, the following establishments will feature these specials:
- Select Beer Store in Redondo Beach will feature Cascade Brewing from Portland, Oregon. Cascade specializes in producing Northwest style sour ales.
- Absolution Brewing Company in Torrance will offer all growlers at 20% off their normal price.
- Havana Mania will offer their classic mojitos for $4.00.
- Michael’s on Naples will be offering a Father’s Day prix fixe menu ($55/person), specialty cocktails, and all dad’s get a cigar to take home.
- California Pizza Kitchen offers a break from ‘grill duty’ by pairing some of Dad favorites such as The Original BBQ Chicken Pizza with a cold Blue Moon Belgian White Ale. Available all month long.
If you need that special cake, Becker’s Bakery in Manhattan Beach features suitable cake toppers to customize it for Father’s Day. Miniature plastic hand tools and BBQ grills are available to decorate your cake.
Hopefully we’ve inspired you to give Dad something that he will enjoy! Happy Father’s Day!