Pick Up Father’s Day Goodies at Delightful Pastries

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Make sure to feed Dad’s sweet tooth craving on Father’s Day, June 15, by heading to Delightful Pastries. Get a Brownie Tray ($25, choose from an assortment of flavors) so the whole family can enjoy a treat, too. Delightful Pastries’ Veggie or Lamb Quiche ($42-$58) are tempting enough to prove real men DO eat quiche. Be sure to pick up any of Dad’s favorite treats, whether it is cookies or cakes, at any of the Delightful Pastries locations, Jefferson Park, Old Town and Chicago French Market. Visit http://www.delightfulpastries.com for more ideas.

Father’s Day 2011 Specials in the Chicagoland Area

Father’s Day Brunch at Prairie Fire in Chicago

Join Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton St., Chicago; 312-382-8300) for brunch on Father’s Day 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 19.

Prairie Fire is offering their a la carte Prairie Fire Sunday Brunch Menu beginning with warm Blueberry Lemon Coffee Cake and featuring a special Father’s Day Omelet Station, Dad’s Supreme Bloody Mary topped with a jumbo shrimp and blue cheese olives and Peekytoe Crab Benedict—two poached eggs over crab cakes, asparagus and citrus hollandaise.

Prairie Fire is also offering the regular menu at 5 p.m. along with some great Father’s Day specials including BBQ Ribs, Signature Twice-baked Potatoes and Crunch Slaw.

To make a reservation, please call Prairie Fire at (312) 382-8300.

Father’s Day Buffet at Prairie Grass Cafe in Northbrook, Ill.

Prairie Grass Cafe (601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, Ill.; (847) 205-4433) also is offering something special for Father’s Day including a buffet menu from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $39 per adult and $15 per child (ages four-10). Reservations are required and can be made by calling Prairie Grass Cafe.

The special buffet menu features Roasted New York Strip Loin with mushroom sauce, Chef Sarah’s Fried Chicken, Creamy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Chorizo Sausage with vegetables and bean ragout, Grilled Salmon with warm vegetable salad, Signature PGC Eggs Benedict, an Omelet Station, Waffles with maple syrup, Apple-wood Smoked Bacon, Chopped Greek Salad with warm feta, Creamy Vegetable Slaw and Grilled Vegetables with basil remoulade.

For dessert, the buffet offers a Dessert Crepe Station, Warm Berry Crumble, Sliced Fresh Fruit, Mini Crème Brule, Chocolate Cup Cakes and Fruit Cream Pie.

Prairie Grass Cafe also is offering a la carte dinner from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring their full menu.

Father’s Day Brunch at Fleming's With a $25 Gift for Dad, Compliments of Fleming’s

Make Father's Day especially memorable for Dad this year. Treat him to brunch or dinner at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (25 E. Ohio St., Chicago; (312) 329-9463 and 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, Ill.; (847) 793-0333), and Fleming’s will treat him to a $25 Dining Card to enjoy on a future occasion.*

On Sunday, June 19th, Fleming’s will be open early at 11:30 a.m. to welcome guests with an exceptional three-course brunch menu, served until 3:00 p.m. for $32.95 per guest. The regular dining menu will also be available throughout the day and evening. Reservations are strongly recommended for Father's Day.

Brunch starts with choice of appetizer including Fresh Fruit Salad with berries, melon, pineapple, sour cream and honey sauce or The Wedge with crisp iceberg lettuce, grape tomatoes, red onions and crumbled blue cheese. Next, indulge in a delicious entrée, choice of Mushroom, Cheddar and Filet Mignon Frittata with rösti potatoes and turkey sage sausage, Berry Stuffed French Toast with turkey sage sausage, Smoked Salmon and Toasted Bagel with sliced red onion, cream cheese, sliced tomato and fried capers, Asparagus, Swiss Cheese and Lump Crab Frittata with rösti potatoes and turkey sage sausage and Filet Benedict including sliced filet mignon on buttermilk biscuits with rösti potatoes and turkey sage sausage.

Top-off Father’s Day Brunch with choice of dessert to include Walnut Turtle Pie including homemade caramel, walnuts and chocolate baked in a chocolate pie crust, Crème Brulee with creamy Tahitian vanilla bean custard served with fresh seasonal berries and New York Style Cheesecake with graham cracker crust, blueberry sauce and white chocolate shavings.
Don’t forget to toast Dad with a special Fleming’s Father’s Day cocktail, Button Down—Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, freshly squeezed lemon juice, maple syrup and a dash of bitters, garnished with a lemon twist.

A children’s menu is also available
$25 Dining Card valid 06/20/11 - 07/17/11
** Excluding cocktail, tax and gratuity

Enjoy the Bistro One West Outdoor Experience this Father’s Day

The Bistro One West (1 W. Illinois St., St. Charles, Ill.; 630-444-0600) deck features a grill at which patrons can watch the proceedings and interact with the Chef Doug D‘Avico! With seating for 70-75 guests, the deck is located directly on the scenic Fox River and will be open this Father’s Day between 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

In addition to the dining room menu, the Bistro One West deck menu is available on the deck or in the bar until 7 p.m. to include a Wagyu Beef Hotdog with onions, jalapeno and yellow mustard; Smoked bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and maple-orange aioli; Meyer’s Farm Burger—choose burger sides: bacon, mushrooms, onions and cheese—cheddar, blue or Swiss; Skirt Steak with cucumber and mixed greens salad; Shrimp with Avocado Butter; and Lemon and Rosemary Chicken.

Treat Dad to something special and make your Bistro One West reservation by calling (630) 444-0600.

Treat Dad to Something Sweet at Everest Burger

Everest Burger and Bakery (91 Green Bay Rd., Glencoe, Ill; 847-242-0909) is offering Dads a sweet treat this Father’s Day! Enjoy a tasty Chocolate Papa Cupcake ($2.25) after enjoying one of Everest Burger’s delicious organic burgers such as the Chimichurri Burger, onion, cloves, cilantro, oregano and some special sauces for a spicy South American taste or the Odysseus’ Feast, lettuce, tomato, onion, kalamata olives and feta cheese grilled with olive oil for added flavor. Enjoy your meal on the outdoor patio or call in an order and take it home for the whole family!

Call Everest Burger at (847) 242-0909 to order.

Celebrate Father’s Day with Classical Spanish Music at Guanajuato
Contemporary Mexican & Tequila Bar

This Father’s Day, enjoy special dishes at Guanajuato Contemporary Mexican & Tequila Bar (73 Green Bay Rd., Glencoe, Ill; 847-242-0501! Dad will love Pollo Azteca, a grilled half-chicken hand-rubbed with a combination of Aztecan spices and charbroiled to perfection. Served with jalapeno mashed potatoes and soupora house salad! Or enjoy the best of everything with Guanajuato’s Combo Platter!

This tasty platter includes a Chile Pelleno (a classic soufflé-battered Poblano pepper) stuffed with cheese, a taco (with choice of meat) and a cheese enchilada! Enjoy delicious authentic Mexican cuisine while enjoying live music from a Classical Spanish guitarist!

Make it a Father’s Day Dad will never forget,
call (847) 242-0501.

Dine with Dad at These Father's Day Feasts Offered this Sunday, June 21

BIRCH RIVER GRILL – AN AMERICAN KITCHEN
75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, Ill.
(847) 427-4242
http://www.birchrivergrill.com/

Father’s Day Prime Rib Dinner
Treat Dad to a hearty meal at Birch River Grill this Sunday, June 21. The Prime Rib Dinner offers a starter, with a choice of BRG Salad, baby greens, shredded Michigan carrots, beefsteak tomato wedges, seedless cucumber slices; Granny Apple Onion Soup, Paprika Parmesan croutons, Wisconsin Swiss and Provolone cheese; or Soup of the Day.

For the main dish, indulge in the 12 oz. Prime Rib, served with smashed Yukon Gold potatoes, broccoli and horseradish cream.

As a special thanks to fathers, all Dads receive a complimentary dessert of their choice. This special meal is offered only Sunday, June 21 and costs $21.95 per person.

GLEN PRAIRIE LOCAL FLAVOR FINE FOOD & DRINK
1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.
(630) 613-1250
http://www.glenprairie.com/

Father’s Day Specials at Glen Prairie

Celebrate Father’s day with the whole family mark the beginning of summer with entrees straight from the grill at Glen Prairie Local Fine Food & Drink. Choose from a variety of meals including Spice Rubbed Baby Back Pork Ribs, with kickin’ BBQ sauce (full slab $22, half slab $15); Grilled Half Amish Chicken, with pineapple brown sugar glaze ($21); Half Slab Ribs and Half Chicken Combo ($30); and The “COWBOY” Bone-in Iowa Farmed Beef, ribeye steak simply grilled ($34). Each entrée includes a choice of two sides. Choose from Homemade BBQ pork and beans, grilled sweet corn, creamy coleslaw, loaded baked potato, French fries, mashed potatoes, mac n’ cheese and sautéed green beans. All sides are $4 if purchased separately.

These specials will run noon to 10 p.m. on Father’s Day, June 21. Glen Prairie is located at 1250 Roosevelt Rd. in Glen Ellyn, Ill. in Chicago’s western suburbs. Glen Prairie’s 60-seat dining room and 40-seat lounge is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 365 days a year. Glen Prairie also boasts private dining seating for up to 40 guests. Glen Prairie is open from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or http://www.glenprairie.com/.

KARMA ASIAN FOOD & FINE WINE

510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.

(847) 970-6900

http://www.karmachicago.com/

Father’s Day Special

Father’s Day is just around the corner, so make plans to treat Dad with something special. Come on in to Karma from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. to celebrate the occasion. Entrées include Char Grilled 24 oz. Porterhouse, served with a lime ginger glaze, Wasabi aioli shoestring potatoes and baby vegetables ($39); Wild Mushroom Stuffed Veal Chop, with a pepper bacon twice baked potato and grilled asparagus; Chipotle Tempura Shrimp, served with Forbidden rice and steamed baby bok choy ($25); and Asian BBQ Chicken, with spiced chili risotto and stir fried julienne vegetables ($20).

Karma is open seven days a week. Breakfast is served from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.; lunch hours are 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner is served from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900.

MAXWELL’S AT THE CLUB

500 N. Kingsbury St., Chicago, Ill.

(312) 527-5800 Ext. 301

http://www.eastbankclub.com/

Father’s Day Specials at Maxwell’s

Come to Maxwell’s at the Club, open to the public and East Bank Club members, and celebrate Father’s Day with loved ones. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet, $45 for adults and $15 for children under 10 years old. Choose from a variety of appetizers, salads and entrees.

Also included is a carving room and omelet and waffle station. Appetizers include Chilled Shrimp Cocktail, with cocktail sauce and lemon; Chilled Poached and Roasted Salmon with mustard sauce; Lox and Cream Cheese; Sliced Tomatoes and Red Onions; Toasted Bagels, with chive cream cheese; Granola Parfaits; and Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries.

Salads include a Caesar Salad; Mesclun Greens, with dried cranberries, toasted walnuts and pear vinaigrette; Heirloom Tomato Salad, with balsamic glaze; Chopped Seafood Salad; Blackened Chicken Salad, with corn salsa; Green Bean and Tuna Salad; Creole Potato Salad; Wild Rice and Asparagus Salad; and a Cucumber and Onion Salad.

Choose from entrées like Applewood Smoked Bacon and Sausage Eggs Benedict; Breakfast Potatoes; Sour Cream Pancakes, with whipped butter and syrup; Banana Nut Fritters; Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash; Roasted Chicken, with roasted potatoes and vegetables; Seafood Quesadillas, with pico de gallo; Grilled Asparagus, with flame-roasted tomato sauce; and Spinach and Roasted Garlic Tortelloni.

Don’t forget to check out the carving room which features Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Au Jus and horseradish sauce; and Roast Rack of Lamb, with mint jelly. Be creative at the omelet and waffle station which also includes breakfast pastries and desserts.

Maxwell’s at the Club is located in Chicago’s East Bank Club (500 N. Kingsbury St., 312-527-5800, Ext. 301). Maxwell’s is open weekdays 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for lunch and 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. for dinner. The bar and lounge is open 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Sunday brunch is served 10 a.m.-2 p.m. until June 28. Sunday brunch will return at Maxwell’s at the Club in the fall. Reservations are strongly recommended. For more information visit online at http://www.eastbankclub.com/

SWEET BABY RAY’S

800 E. Higgins Rd., Elk Grove Village, Ill.

(847) 437-9555

http://www.sbrbbq.com/

Father’s Day Specials at Sweet Baby Ray’s

Celebrate Father’s Day Sunday, June 21 by treating Dad to a buffet at Sweet Baby Ray’s 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy an Outdoor Patio Grill Station including southern style spit roasted pig, tortilla bar, homemade salsas and all the fixings, fresh made bratwurst and sausage, mini garlic burgers, shrimp and sausage skewers and Jamaican jerk chicken wings.

The Carving Station features barbecue brisket and smoked pork loin, plus seafood selections including smoked salmon, shrimp and grilled mahi-mahi. On-site smoked barbecue ribs and chicken are also available.

The Breakfast Items include made-to-order omelets; eggs Benedict; French toast; Southern style biscuits and gravy; assorted breakfast meats, cheeses and fruit; plus a variety of salads; and much more.

Adults can enjoy the Bloody Mary Bar ($7.99). The buffet is $28.95, and $14.99 for children. Reservations are required and can be made at (847) 437-9555.Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Restaurant is located at 800 E. Higgins Rd., Elk Grove Village, Ill. (847) 437-9555. The restaurant is open Monday and Tuesday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 9 p.m. Sweet Baby Ray’s also offers a private room for special occasions. To learn more about Sweet Baby Ray’s, call (847) 437-9555 or visit online at http://www.sbrbbq.com/.

Father’s Day and Summer Months Upcoming Specials

GLEN PRAIRIE LOCAL FLAVOR FINE FOOD & DRINK
1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill. 60137
(630) 613-1250
www.glenprairie.com

Father’s Day Specials at Glen Prairie
Celebrate Father’s day with the whole family mark the beginning of summer with entrees straight from the grill at Glen Prairie Local Fine Food & Drink. Choose from a variety of meals including Spice Rubbed Baby Back Pork Ribs, with kickin’ BBQ sauce (full slab $22, half slab $15); Grilled Half Amish Chicken, with pineapple brown sugar glaze ($21); Half Slab Ribs and Half Chicken Combo ($30); and The “COWBOY” Bone-in Iowa Farmed Beef, ribeye steak simply grilled ($34).

Each entrée includes a choice of two sides. Choose from Homemade BBQ pork and beans, grilled sweet corn, creamy coleslaw, loaded baked potato, French fries, mashed potatoes, mac n’ cheese and sautéed green beans. All sides are $4 if purchased separately. These specials will run noon to 10 p.m. on Father’s Day, June 21.

Glen Prairie is located at 1250 Roosevelt Rd. in Glen Ellyn, Ill. in Chicago’s western suburbs. Glen Prairie’s 60-seat dining room and 40-seat lounge is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 365 days a year. Glen Prairie also boasts private dining seating for up to 40 guests. Glen Prairie is open from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or http://www.glenprairie.com/.


KARMA ASIAN FOOD & FINE WINE
510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060
(847) 970-6900
www.karmachicago.com

Father’s Day Special
Father’s Day is just around the corner, so make plans to treat Dad with something special. Come on in to Karma from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. to celebrate the occasion. Entrées include Char Grilled 24 oz. Porterhouse, served with a lime ginger glaze, Wasabi aioli shoestring potatoes and baby vegetables ($39); Wild Mushroom Stuffed Veal Chop, with a pepper bacon twice baked potato and grilled asparagus; Chipotle Tempura Shrimp, served with Forbidden rice and steamed baby bok choy ($25); and Asian BBQ Chicken, with spiced chili risotto and stir fried julienne vegetables ($20).

Karma is open seven days a week. Breakfast is served from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.; lunch hours are 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner is served from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900.

MAXWELL’S AT THE CLUB
500 N. Kingsbury St., Chicago, Ill. 60654
(312) 527-5800 Ext. 301
www.eastbankclub.com

Father’s Day Specials at Maxwell’s
Come to Maxwell’s at the Club, open to the public and East Bank Club members, and celebrate Father’s Day with loved ones. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet, $45 for adults and $15 for children under 10 years old. Choose from a variety of appetizers, salads and entrees. Also included is a carving room and omelet and waffle station.

Appetizers include Chilled Shrimp Cocktail, with cocktail sauce and lemon; Chilled Poached and Roasted Salmon with mustard sauce; Lox and Cream Cheese; Sliced Tomatoes and Red Onions; Toasted Bagels, with chive cream cheese; Granola Parfaits; and Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries.

Salads include a Caesar Salad; Mesclun Greens, with dried cranberries, toasted walnuts and pear vinaigrette; Heirloom Tomato Salad, with balsamic glaze; Chopped Seafood Salad; Blackened Chicken Salad, with corn salsa; Green Bean and Tuna Salad; Creole Potato Salad; Wild Rice and Asparagus Salad; and a Cucumber and Onion Salad.

Choose from entrées like Applewood Smoked Bacon and Sausage Eggs Benedict; Breakfast Potatoes; Sour Cream Pancakes, with whipped butter and syrup; Banana Nut Fritters; Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash; Roasted Chicken, with roasted potatoes and vegetables; Seafood Quesadillas, with pico de gallo; Grilled Asparagus, with flame-roasted tomato sauce; and Spinich and Roasted Garlic Tortelloni.

Don’t forget to check out the carving room which features Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Au Jus and horseradish sauce; and Roast Rack of Lamb, with mint jelly. Be creative at the omelet and waffle station which also includes breakfast pastries and desserts.

Maxwell’s at the Club is located in Chicago’s East Bank Club (500 N. Kingsbury St., 312-527-5800, Ext. 301). Maxwell’s is open weekdays 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for lunch and 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. for dinner. The bar and lounge is open 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Sunday brunch is served 10 a.m.-2 p.m. until June 28. Sunday brunch will return at Maxwell’s at the Club in the fall. Reservations are strongly recommended. For more information visit online at http://www.eastbankclub.com/


SWEET BABY RAY’S
800 E. Higgins Rd., Elk Grove Village, Ill.60007
(847) 437-9555
www.sbrbbq.com

Father’s Day Specials at Sweet Baby Ray’s
Celebrate Father’s Day Sunday, June 21 by treating Dad to a buffet at Sweet Baby Ray’s 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy an Outdoor Patio Grill Station including southern style spit roasted pig, tortilla bar, homemade salsas and all the fixings, fresh made bratwurst and sausage, mini garlic burgers, shrimp and sausage skewers and Jamaican jerk chicken wings.

The Carving Station features barbecue brisket and smoked pork loin, plus seafood selections including smoked salmon, shrimp and grilled mahi-mahi. On-site smoked barbecue ribs and chicken are also available.

The Breakfast Items include made-to-order omelets; eggs Benedict; French toast; Southern style biscuits and gravy; assorted breakfast meats, cheeses and fruit; plus a variety of salads; and much more. Adults can enjoy the Bloody Mary Bar ($7.99).

The buffet is $28.95, and $14.99 for children. Reservations are required and can be made at (847) 437-9555.

Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Restaurant is located at 800 E. Higgins Rd., Elk Grove Village, Ill. (847) 437-9555. The restaurant is open Monday and Tuesday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 9 p.m. Sweet Baby Ray’s also offers a private room for special occasions. To learn more about Sweet Baby Ray’s, call (847) 437-9555 or visit online at http://www.sbrbbq.com/.


WALLY & AGADOR’S GOURMET CAFE
3310 N. Halsted St., Chicago, Ill. 60657
(773) 325-9664
www.wallyandagadorscafe.com

On the go for Father’s Day? Stop in at the new Wally & Agador’s Gourmet Café for fine dining food without the fine dining price. Pick up fresh, gourmet sandwiches to share with Dad and the family from acclaimed chef/owner Michael Lachowicz at his new Boystown hot spot.

Choose a sandwich such as The Esther Williams, lobster and scallop sausage nestled in butter lettuce leaves with tarragon mayo in a soft potato roll dusted with old bay seasoning ($12); Rosie’s Mambo Italiano, thinly-shaved prosciutto, Taleggio cheese, grilled scallions, roasted red peppers, fresh basil and a drizzle of truffle oil on toasted rosemary flatbread ($10); The Elton John, chicken sausage studded with dried huckleberries on brioche with truffle sauce shallot jam and pommes frites ($11); or the Just Jack!, brown sugar-roasted organic breast of turkey (or ham) with preserved tomato petals, butter lettuce and Monterey jack cheese on brioche ($8). Sandwiches all include a bag of housemade chips or a side salad with housemade dressing.

Don’t let the “diva” inspired sandwich names fool Dad, as these sandwiches are fit for a manly appetite. Wally & Agador’s also serves fully prepared entrées from Lachowicz’s Restaurant Michael in Winnetka, Ill. which are sure to please Dad.

Wally & Agador’s is located at 3310 N. Halsted St. in Chicago’s Boystown neighborhood. Hours are Sunday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to midnight. Catering and office party delivery is available. Phone orders are accepted at (773) 325-9664. For more information visit www.wallyandagadorscafe.com.