Father's Day guide: What to do on his special day

It may be a bit daunting to make plans for dads or your husbands, especially now that Father’s Day is just around the corner. This Father’s Day, it’s time to make the number one man in your life feel super special and pampered with this comprehensive Father’s Day promo guide. Don’t miss out on the perfect occasion to celebrate all things dad!

Do a staycation

Treat your dad to a relaxing getaway at some of the best hotels that Metro Manila has to offer. With comfortable beds, delectable cuisine, and amazing amenities—your dad is sure to appreciate a little time off and a staycation.

The Peninsula Manila

What better way to kick off a Father’s Day celebration than with a staycation at one of the city’s most well-known properties.

Is your dad a whiskey enthusiast? From May to June, The Peninsula’s “The Bar” is featuring whisky samplers of distinct flavors from Berry Bros. & Rudd for just PHP 1,800! You may purchase the whiskey per shot or bottle, to take home! Definitely, The Peninsula Manila is the perfect place for a chill day with dad.

The Manila Hotel

Treat your dad to an iconic Filipino hospitality at The Manila Hotel. Avail of the Father’s Day room package, PHP6,700 nett per night in a Tower Deluxe Room, with buffet breakfast for two at Cafe Ilang Ilang and Tap Room's treat for Dad: One (1) Wagyu burger with unlimited beer, chilled juices or iced tea for two(2) persons for two (2) hours.

The Diamond Hotel Philippines

The hotel has a "Dad's Day Off" Father's Day promo this June 9-16, with a starting rate of Php6,500 nett per night, inclusive of complimentary buffet breakfast for 2, 30% dining discount, and a Special Pulutan Platter with 1 round of draft beer at Bar27.

Diamond Hotel is a mainstay for both locals and tourists thanks to its proximity to some of Metro Manila’s best hotspots. After enjoying their Father’s Day promo, why not take a quick historic tour of the nearby historical places nearby.

Hotel Fairmont Makati

For a luxurious stay with the family, take your dad to Fairmont Makati. Spend an unforgettable Father’s Day with Fairmont when you avail of their Dad promo—starting at PHP 6,988 nett per night you can enjoy an overnight stay for two, buffet breakfast for two at Spectrum restaurant, complimentary internet access and more.

Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central

Want to feel like a total VIP? Well your dad deserves to be taken care of after all his hard work for the family at Ramada Manila Central. Treat your dad to a delicious brunch buffet, and a special sing-a-long with the Ampitheater, as they play all-time favorite hit songs of the century. This starts at 10 AM and ends at 2:30 PM, on June 17 only. Price per head is PHP 599 nett.

Eat out

Whether your dad is craving for steak, Chinese food, or Italian—you’ll never go wrong with some of the top picks for where to eat for Father’s Day. You may want to call ahead and make a reservation though, we all are aware that restaurants tend to get packed during such special occasions.

Wolfgang Steak House

For a lot of people, the best form of indulgence during a special occasion comes in the shape of a well-grilled, perfectly charred steak. This coming Father's Day treat your dad the Wolfgang Experience Lunch Course, which is a four-course lunch menu with a dessert of the day. Appetizers are optional. Entrees start at PHP 988, including a Fish of the Day option (250G), and a 600G Rib-Eye steak at PHP3,788 (available at the Ortigas branch).

Locavore Kitchen x Drinks

The kitchen’s interesting take on classic Pinoy staples is both innovative and familiar, and your dad is sure to have fun choosing from their extensive menu’s twists and turns on beloved Pinoy meals. The Street Food Platter (PHP 180) is guaranteed to take you back to a simpler time of munching on fish balls and kwek-kwek. This is a beloved appetizer best-seller that will keep your appetite whetted until the main course arrives.

Brasserie on 3

Located at Conrad Manila, they offer affordable buffet choices for hungry families without stretching too much of your coin, unlike other high-end buffets in the city. Try their Taste of Brasserie menus, starting at Two-course menus at PHP 1,600. They also have a Three-course menu at PHP 1,900. They include selections from their Light and Fresh menu, their Land and Sea menu, and their Dessert Menu. You can even add a Wagyu rib-eye for PHP 1,900, or a Lamb chop for PHP 1,100.

Templo Modern Szechuan Fusion

The modern Fil-Chi community flock to Templo because of their explosive flavors that stay true to the cuisine. Want a different take on the well-loved hakaw? Try their Golden Squid Ink Hakaw, which is tinted with the squid ink from the outside. For something hearty, go for their Emperor’s Secret Soup (PHP 865). It’s said that this contains 5x more zinc than most sources of food.

Salvatore Cuomo & Bar

Top-off an amazing Father’s Day with wine as far as the eye can see. Celebrate your dad at Salvatore Cuomo & Bar, which boasts of highly authentic and true-to-style Italian cooking. Because of Salvatore’s origins in Japan, they offer traditional Yakitori skewers. Try their Assorted plate (PHP 550 for 5 pieces) which can include chicken breasts, pork belly, and chicken meatloaf and egg! This is perfect as pulutan, or bar chow, with your wine.

Spiral Manila

Indulge your father in the first class interactive dining at Spiral Manila. With their upgraded menu this father's day, everyone in the family would surely enjoy the sumptuous feast. You can choose to have dinner on June 14 as well as lunch and dinner on June 15, priced at PHP 3,600 each. Lunch time on father's day itself, June 16 is priced at PHP 4,750 while dinner is PHP 3,600. They also have lots of activities and giveaways to show our appreciation to the man of the house.

Source: The Peninsula Manila, The Manila Hotel, The Diamond Hotel Philippines, Hotel Fairmont Makati, Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central, Wolfgang Steak House, Locavore Kitchen x Drinks, Brasserie on 3, Templo Modern Szechuan Fusion, Salvatore Cuomo & Bar, Spiral Manila

Also read: A Father's Day Special: To my husband now that we have kids