34 Extra-Special Father’s Day Recipes for Every Kind of Dad From smoky ribs and buttery lobster rolls to grilled desserts and crowd-pleasing sides, make these recipes to celebrate the father figure in your life. By Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, recipe development, and pastry production. She's obsessed with the fine details and ingredients that take dishes from tasty to outright otherworldly. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on June 15, 2026 Add Us On SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley In the United States, Father's Day falls in June, making it the perfect time to celebrate Dad with a menu of summer favorites. Think grill-friendly burgers, brisket, and brownies, as well as fresh produce. Treat the father figures in your life to meat-centric steak and ribs, or vegetarian-friendly spicy beer cheese and flavorful veggie burgers. Whichever route you take, the food will be delicious. Not grilling? No problem — whip up next-level chicken cutlets or crab carbonara. Whatever you'd like to include in your celebratory spread, we've got you covered. These are our best Father's Day recipes. Keep all of your recipes at your fingertips. With the MyRecipes app you can easily save and organize your favorites from anywhere, including Instagram and TikTok, in one convenient place. Get the free app. 01 of 34 Beer Cheese Food & Wine / Photo by Jason Donnelly / Food Styling by Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling by Addelyn Evans Salvage stale or flat pale ale (or crack open a fresh one) for this spicy, tangy spread that's ready in 10 minutes and can accompany pretzels, fresh veggies, and more. Get the Recipe Save 02 of 34 Spicy Guava-Glazed Wings Cedric Angeles 2017 F&W Best New Chef Nina Compton roasts these wings in the oven, then tosses them in a spicy, fruity, and sticky glaze made with guava paste, crushed red pepper, and smoked paprika. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 34 Summer Salmon Cobb Salad Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Shell Royster Cobb salad is beloved for its fun, fresh array of colors, flavors, and textures. Here, staple Cobb components like bacon, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs are matched with grilled salmon, corn, and red onions. The salmon is especially moist thanks to the rendered bacon fat that's brushed on before grilling. Get the Recipe Save 04 of 34 Connecticut-Style Lobster Rolls Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen These simple lobster rolls from food writer Kelly Vaughan are Connecticut-style all the way: drenched in warm butter to showcase the sweet lobster meat. Get the Recipe Save 05 of 34 Mac and Corn Cheese Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christine Keely Brightened with zippy jalapeño, aromatic onion, and sweet kernels of corn, this stovetop macaroni and cheese from food writer Eric Kim is table-ready in just 40 minutes and pairs well with a variety of mains. Get the Recipe Save 06 of 34 Burnt Ends with Bourbon Sauce Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Torie Cox and John Somerall / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis 2021 F&W Best New Chef Matt Horn shares recipes for his go-to spice rub and sticky bourbon sauce to accompany this take on burnt ends, which turn out crispy, caramelized, and oh-so smoky. Get the Recipe Save 07 of 34 Texas Corn Pudding Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Whether you call it corn pudding, spoonbread, or corn casserole, this is a classic side for barbecue. Creamy and soufflé-like on the inside, with edges that veer more toward cornbread, this easy, cheesy dish leans sweet, with a touch of heat from fresh sliced chiles. Get the Recipe Save 08 of 34 Tavern Burgers with Drunken Mushrooms Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Dad will love these pub-style burgers topped with beer-braised mushrooms, extra-sharp white cheddar cheese, and a smear of garlicky mayonnaise. Don't forget the frosty beer. Get the Recipe Save 09 of 34 Crispy Sesame Chicken Cutlets with Tomato Salad and Tahini Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Jillian Knox Butterfly and pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, then bread them with sesame seeds and flaky seasoned panko before pan-frying until crispy and golden. An easy tomato salad and creamy tahini sauce round out the plate for a quick, flavor-packed meal that'll wow the dad in your life. Get the Recipe Save 10 of 34 Banoffee Pie Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Priscilla Montiel This salty-sweet take on the classic British pie from cookbook author Jessie Sheehan calls for an easy graham cracker crust, homemade dulce de leche, sliced bananas, and a pile of lightly salted whipped cream. Swap in store-bought dulce de leche if you're short on time. Get the Recipe Save 11 of 34 Honey-Pepper Coconut Shrimp Greg DuPree / Prop Styling by Christine Keely / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer Perfectly crisp and golden, these shrimp bites are coated in sweetened shredded coconut and panko and glazed with a zesty, peppery sauce. Serve with mango-habanero aïoli to please Dad and a crowd. Get the Recipe Save 12 of 34 Beef Satay with Mushrooms and Coconut-Peanut Sauce Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen These Indonesian-style skewers are soaked in an umami-packed kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) marinade. A rich, slightly tangy coconut-peanut sauce helps the meat and mushrooms caramelize as they cook. It's also drizzled over the finished skewers. Get the Recipe Save 13 of 34 Sheet-Pan Salmon with Gin-Soaked Tomatoes Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Thom Driver For this hands-off dinner, salmon fillets are baked slowly for meltingly tender results. Roasted tomatoes and shallots mingle beautifully with the botanical notes of gin and briny capers. Get the Recipe Save 14 of 34 Grilled Picanha with Piri Piri Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Dickey / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen If you're not already buying picanha, this easy recipe from Junior Borges might just convince you to add the affordable and tender cut to your grilling repertoire. Here, simply seasoned meat is served with a vibrant and spicy-sweet sauce. Get the Recipe Save 15 of 34 Grilled Pizza with Rosemary Potato Chips Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley The grill isn't just for meats and veggies; this cheesy white pizza from 1988 F&W Best New Chef Johanne Killeen develops a flavorful char on the grill. A generous pile of kettle-cooked chips and fresh rosemary take it over the top in the best way. Get the Recipe Save 16 of 34 Summer Berry Galette Food & Wine / Photo by Jason Donnelly / Food Styling by Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling by Addelyn Evans Juicy, sweet-tart berries are tucked into a buttery, flaky crust for an unfussy dessert that sings of summer. Keep it classic and serve with scoops of vanilla ice cream. Get the Recipe Save 17 of 34 Viet-Cajun Fried Catfish Po’boy Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Torie Cox / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Chef Nini Nguyen melds salt, sweet, and spice flavors in this crispy fried catfish sandwich served with a fish sauce–caramel glaze and punchy tart pickles, a delicious mashup of Cajun and Vietnamese cuisines. Get the Recipe Save 18 of 34 Goldee’s Creamy Potato Salad Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen This standout side from 2024 F&W Best New Chef Lane Milne gets a perfect amount of tang from cider vinegar, mustard, and chopped dill pickles. Get the Recipe Save 19 of 34 Grilled Burgers Stuffed with Pimiento Cheese Greg DuPree / Food Styling by Micah Morton / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Dad won't leave the table hungry with these burgers filled with pimento cheese, which turns extra gooey when they hit the grill. Top with tangy pickles and slaw to offset the creamy flavors. Get the Recipe Save 20 of 34 Roasted Pork Tostadas with Citrusy Cabbage Salad Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Rishon Hanners / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis Combine tender pork shoulder roasted with citrus and herbs alongside chewy hominy, crisp radishes, and crunchy cabbage to top these tostadas. You can serve the pork salad family-style and let guests build their own. Get the Recipe Save 21 of 34 Ground Beef Bulgogi Sloppy Joes with Fiery Napa Slaw Christopher Testani / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen This version of the quick-cooking American classic is saucy, sweet, and salty thanks to the flavors of Korean barbecue. Top it with spicy, creamy slaw to offset the sandwich's sweet notes. Get the Recipe Save 22 of 34 Summer Crab Carbonara with Lemons and Capers Michael Piazza With plenty of fresh crab and briny capers, 2020 F&W Best New Chef Douglass Williams’ method for this summery dish yields a simple, creamy carbonara without the stress. Get the Recipe Save 23 of 34 Steak Pizzaiola Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen If Dad can't decide between going to a pizzeria or steakhouse, bring the flavors of both to him with skirt steaks topped with a garlicky fresh-tomato sauce. Get the Recipe Save 24 of 34 Charred Chile–Marinated Grilled Chicken Tacos Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Nidia Cueva Paired with homemade tortillas and fresh tomatillo salsa cruda, these tacos make for a next-level taco night. 2021 F&W Best New Chef Fermín Núñez builds layers of deep flavor by toasting and charring dried chiles, cinnamon, allspice, and onions for his smoky marinade. Get the Recipe Save 25 of 34 Ultimate Veggie Burgers Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis For the vegetarian dad in your life, delight them with these savory veggie burgers made with a mix of mushrooms, chickpeas, and barley, plus panko breadcrumbs to make them even heartier. Get the Recipe Save 26 of 34 Pineapple Coleslaw Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Christina Daley This creamy mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar–based coleslaw from 2019 F&W Best New Chef Bryan Furman gets a sweet tang from canned pineapple. Get the Recipe Save 27 of 34 Grilled Fish Kebabs Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Julia Bayless Kebabs are a great dish for serving a group, as skewers can easily come off the grill and be passed around. Don't skimp on the fresh and ground dried lime for zesty flavor. Get the Recipe Save 28 of 34 Hawaiian-Style Hot Dog Food & Wine / Photo by Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Chelesa Zimmer / Prop Styling by Phoebe Hauser Special accoutrements of pineapple relish and mango mustard bring piquant, tropical flavors to hot dogs charred on the grill. Get the Recipe Save 29 of 34 Red Chile Grilled Shrimp Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Christina Daley These grilled shrimp get loads of bold flavor from two kinds of Mexican chiles in the vibrant red marinade. Get the Recipe Save 30 of 34 Grilled S’mores Pie Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Ali Ramee Prepare this dessert on a kamado-style ceramic grill while the rest of your meal cooks — just use the indirect heat grate. The grill will stay hot long enough to allow the pie to cool during dinner, then return it to the still-hot grates to toast the marshmallows just before serving. Get the Recipe Save 31 of 34 Shaky Pete's Ginger Brew Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Lucy Simon Top this semi-frozen, sweet, sour, and slightly spicy ginger drink with beer and serve in an ice-cold mug to ensure that Dad is properly refreshed. Get the Recipe Save 32 of 34 Perfect Smoked Pork Ribs Victor Protasio These St. Louis–style ribs are first smoked then baked, rubbed in gochugaru, and served with Dad's favorite hot or barbecue sauce. Wrap them in foil and parchment paper before putting them in the oven to achieve an ideal tender texture. Get the Recipe Save 33 of 34 Skillet Brownies on the Grill Victor Protasio Grilling brownies in a cast-iron skillet set over hot coals means the fudgy center is surrounded by delightfully smoky brownie "bark" at the edges. Get the Recipe Save 34 of 34 Beer-Steamed Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce David Malosh Steamed shrimp turn deliciously tender and flavorful with a poaching liquid of Old Bay–seasoned beer. Serve with a tangy cocktail sauce and pair with some of Dad's favorite sides. Get the Recipe Save Explore more: Food Holidays & Occasions Father's Day Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit