Father's Day Planner
Updated: May 30, 2008
Forget the necktie. Our editors recommend top spots to treat Dad this year.
On this page:Restaurants, Spas, Cigars, Events and Golf.
Restaurants
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Kojak's House of Ribs
Read Reviews2808 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611 (map)
Dad will dig into a saucy rack of ribs at this down-to-earth South Tampa joint.
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El Cap Restaurant
Read Reviews3500 4th St N, St Petersburg, FL 33704 (map)
Go for a juicy burger and sports on the tube for a casual good time.
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Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
Read Reviews7 Rockaway St, Clearwater, FL 33767 (map)
Dive with Dad into fresh grouper sandwiches at this casual seaside getaway.
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Bern's Steak House
Read Reviews1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 (map)
Impress a discerning dad at one of the country's best steakhouses, where attention to detail reigns.
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Shula's Steak House - Tampa
Read Reviews4860 West Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609 (map)
With a 48-ounce porterhouse, make meat the main event.
Spas
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Beach Club & Fitness Center at the Don CeSar
Read Reviews3400 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706 (map)
Pamper the man in your life with a surfside massage at the historic pink palace.
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Posh Your Personal Salon
Read Reviews3120 W Bay To Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629 (map)
Treat him to an energizing body treatment at this luxurious full-service spa to keep up with the kids.
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Saddlebrook Resort Tampa
Read Reviews5700 Saddlebrook Wy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 (map)
Tee up, then wind down at this worldly resort's answer to relaxation.
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Safety Harbor Resort and Spa
Read Reviews105 N Bayshore Dr, Safety Harbor, FL 34695 (map)
On Tampa Bay, this award-winning spa offers Pop a dip into natural mineral springs beneath the resort.
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Guillot Apothecary & Day Spa
Read Reviews3115 W Bay To Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629 (map)
Sophisticated full-service spa offers tailored packages for men and a shop with high-end shaving items.
Cigars
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Edward's Pipe & Tobacco Shop
Read Reviews3235 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609 (map)
Local favorite boasts exclusive cigar selections, knowledgeable staff and smoking room.
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The Lobby
Read Reviews217 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33701 (map)
Let him indulge in stiff drinks and stogies at this historic hideaway.
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Central Cigars-The Havana Room
Read Reviews273 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33701 (map)
Dad can lounge in a leather chair or shoot pool while smoking a fine cigar and sipping fine wines.
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King Corona Cigar
Read Reviews1523 E 7TH Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 (map)
He's king for a day with hand-rolled cigars and adult coffee drinks enjoyed in a comfy chair.
Events and Golf
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Lowry Park Zoo
Read Reviews7530 N Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33604 (map)
Bring the family and Dad gets in the zoo for free on Father's Day.
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Saddlebrook Resort Tampa
Read Reviews5700 Saddlebrook Wy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 (map)
Two 18-hole golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer give Dad a chance to prove himself a champ.
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Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club
Read Reviews36750 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 (map)
This high-end locale attracts fathers and sports fanatics with 90 holes of championship golf and 11 tennis courts.
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The Florida Aquarium
Read Reviews701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602 (map)
Fathers get in free with the family at this wet wonderland with dazzling dolphin explorer tours.
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