Father's Day Planner
Updated: May 29, 2009
Take him out to the Dodger game: He taught you how to ride a bike, operate a grill and make good drinks. The man deserves a little attention, don't you think? From cool L.A. shops to meaty, manly restaurants, our editors recommend the best ways to spoil the big guy on the one day that's all about him.
On this page:Because Socks and Ties are a Cop-Out, I Love You, Man: Bonding Activities, The Big Guy's Gotta Eat, Too.
Because Socks and Ties are a Cop-Out
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Porsche Design
Write a review236 N Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)
Watch Dad swoon over the cutting-edge gadgetry at this sleek Beverly Hills tribute to every man's dream car.
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Leon Cigars
Write a review3956 1/2 W Sixth St, Los Angeles, CA 90020 (map)
Gift your old man with some authentic hand-rolled stogies on his special day.
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Apple Store
Write a review6301 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)
The other apples of his eye: Keep Dad on the right side of the digital divide with the coolest contraptions around. Period.
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The Shave Beverly Hils
Read Reviews230 S Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)
Masculine hygiene personified: This Beverly Hills emporium for gents is a great treat for the man who loves a spot-on shave.
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All Purpose
Write a review144 S Flores St, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)
Fashion-forward fathers will appreciate togs and accessories from the one-of-a-kind Filius line found at Alessandro Tomassetti's WeHo store.
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Hollywood Hatters
Read Reviews6915 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038 (map)
Control Dad's hat wackiness with hip old-school styles he'll love from Sal Rovero's Hollywood outlet.
I Love You, Man: Bonding Activities
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Scribble Press
Write a review10800 Pico Blvd Ste 219, Los Angeles, CA 90064 (map)
Young dads and the kids who love them can now get crafty at the Westside Pavilion's cool new "printing press," where drawing outside the lines is a noble pursuit.
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Lucky Strike Hollywood Inc
Read Reviews6801 Hollywood Blvd, Ste 143, Hollywood, CA 90028 (map)
Roll out! The big guy will be bowled over by this Hollywood-style, high-tech take on a classic American pasttime.
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Dodger Stadium
Read Reviews1000 Elysian Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (map)
Manny may have been a bad boy, but your pops will still love chowing down on Dodger dogs and swilling beer inside this historic L.A. stadium.
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Griffith Park Golf Courses
Read Reviews4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)
Be the ball: Put on your funny pants and tee-off with Dad on one of two expansive 18-hole courses at this gorgeous public course.
The Big Guy's Gotta Eat, Too
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TONYS
Read Reviews8570 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)
A meal at this Sunset Strip eatery will make dad feel like the modern day king of the Rat Pack. Maybe even the Brat Pack. Think: sunken bar, leather banquettes and baby grand mixed with extremely reasonable prices--the fellas dig it.
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Wolfgang's Steakhouse
Read Reviews445 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)
Turns out this town is big enough for two Wolfgangs: Your carnivorous father will enjoy getting in on the fancy steakhouse action just down the street from that Puck guy's establishment.
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Ford's Filling Station
Read Reviews9531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 (map)
Treat him to casual, New American fare with a fancy twist c/o Indiana Jones's son, chef Ben Ford, at this Culver City favorite.
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Soot Bull Jeep
Read Reviews3136 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005 (map)
If you can't separate the man from his grill, at least get him out of the backyard. K-town's smokey dive is perfect for lovers of good 'cue.
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Picanha Churrascaria
Read Reviews269 E Palm Ave, Burbank, CA 91502 (map)
Churrascaria! Slabs of meat on swords! Burbank! Indulge Pa's inner carnivore at one of this mellow city's meat-loving paradises.
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Rivera Restaurant
Read Reviews1050 S Flower St, #102, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (map)
The hand-ground, homemade tortillas may have pressed flowers, but surely your pops will appreciate the hard work that went into Santa Monica's sleek Latin-eccentric menu and impressive wine list. Not to mention the fact that the prices are reasonable.
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Saddle Peak Lodge
Read Reviews419 Cold Canyon Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302 (map)
If it was good enough for Hemingway, surely it's good enough for your papa.
