Father's Day Planner

Forget the necktie. Our editors recommend top spots to treat Dad this year.

Updated: May 30, 2008

Restaurants


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Kojak's House Of Ribs

2808 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

Dad will dig into a saucy rack of ribs at this down-to-earth South Tampa joint.


Shula's Steak House

4860 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609

With a 48-ounce porterhouse, make meat the main event.


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El Cap Restaurant

3500 4th St N, St Petersburg, FL 33704

Go for a juicy burger and sports on the tube for a casual good time.


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Frenchy's Rockaway Grill

7 Rockaway St, Clearwater, FL 33767

Dive with Dad into fresh grouper sandwiches at this casual seaside getaway.


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Bern's Steak House

2120 W Marjory Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Impress a discerning dad at one of the country's best steakhouses, where attention to detail reigns.


Spas


Guillot Apothecary & Day Spa

3115 W Bay To Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629

Sophisticated full-service spa offers tailored packages for men and a shop with high-end shaving items.


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Safety Harbor Resort And Spa

105 North Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

On Tampa Bay, this award-winning spa offers Pop a dip into natural mineral springs beneath the resort.


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Beach Club & Fitness Center at the Don CeSar

3400 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706

Pamper the man in your life with a surfside massage at the historic pink palace.


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Posh Your Personal Salon

3120 W Bay To Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629

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 And Spa Wesley Chapel Hotels

5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Tee up, then wind down at this worldly resort's answer to relaxation.


Cigars


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The Lobby

217 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33701

Let him indulge in stiff drinks and stogies at this historic hideaway.


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Central Cigars-The Havana Room

273 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33701

Dad can lounge in a leather chair or shoot pool while smoking a fine cigar and sipping fine wines.


Edward's Pipe & Tobacco Shop

3235 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609

Local favorite boasts exclusive cigar selections, knowledgeable staff and smoking room.


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King Corona Cigar

1523 E 7TH Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

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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Saddlebrook Resort And Spa Wesley Chapel Hotels

5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

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

36750 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

This high-end locale attracts fathers and sports fanatics with 90 holes of championship golf and 11 tennis courts.


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Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

Fathers get in free with the family at this wet wonderland with dazzling dolphin explorer tours.


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Lowry Park Zoo

7530 N Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33604

Bring the family and Dad gets in the zoo for free on Father's Day.