Best Restaurants for Father's Day

Whether for the quickly approaching Father’s Day (June 16th, in case you were wondering), his birthday, or just some quality bonding time, you may find yourself looking for the perfect spot to take dear old dad. And since no one spot could possibly be perfect for all dads, consider this your handy-dandy field guide to picking the best Huntsville restaurants for Father’s Day.

Best Huntsville Restaurants for Father’s Day: Dad-Type

I’ve sorted the restaurants by dad-type. Is your dad the Don Draper type, enjoying cigars and filet mignon? Or more of a Down Home Fella, preferring soul food? No matter what your dad enjoys, I have a restaurant he’ll enjoy! Just look through the list and find your dad-type and you’ll have the perfect restaurant for Father’s Day! (Which again, is June 16th.  So get planning!)

Dad Type: Geek Dad

TRAITS: Loves comic books, superheros, and arcade games
RESTAURANT: Supper Heroes
PRICE POINT: $10-$15 per person
HIGHLIGHTS:

• Superhero themed decor
• An 8-in-1 arcade machine in the waiting area
• A design-your-own-superhero contest for the wee ones

Read a full review of Supper Heroes.

Eat at Supper Heroes

Location:
1812 Winchester Rd.
Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Phone: (256) 929-1977
Hours:
Tue – Sat: 10:30 am – 8:30 pm
Sun: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
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Dad Type: Don Draper Dad

TRAITS: Enjoys cigars, wine, and filet mignon
RESTAURANT: Nick’s Ristorante
PRICE POINT: $25-$35 per entree
HIGHLIGHTS:

• A smoking lounge/bar area
• Extremely personable and friendly staff
• Fresh seafood and award winning steaks

Read a full review of Nick’s Ristorante.

Eat at Nick’s Ristorante

Location:
10300 Bailey Cove Rd
Huntsville, Alabama 35803
Phone: (256) 489-8280
Hours: Mon – Sat: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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Dad Type: Hipster Dad

TRAITS: Loves local bands and local beer. Considers himself a “foodie”.
RESTAURANT: Broken Clock Gastropub
PRICE POINT: $10-$20 per person
HIGHLIGHTS:

• Live entertainment
• Local beers on tap
• Bacon marmalade
• White chocolate bread pudding

Read a full review of Broken Clock Gastropub.

Eat at Broken Clock Gastropup

Location:
11220 South Memorial Parkway
Huntsville, Alabama 35803
Phone: (256) 970-1254
Hours:
Tue – Fri: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sat: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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Dad Type: Down Home Dad

TRAITS: Love soul food and classic country cooking
RESTAURANT: Betty Mae’s
PRICE POINT: Under $10 per person, all inclusive (drink, entree, 2 sides, bread, dessert)
HIGHLIGHTS:

• The best red velvet cake in town
• Fried chicken to make you swoon
• Super casual atmosphere

Read a full review of the Betty Mae’s.

Eat at Betty Mae’s

Location:
1222 Grace Street Northwest
Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone: 256-533-2188
Hours:
Mon – Fri 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sun 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Dad Type: Breakfast All Day Dad

TRAITS: Loves biscuits and gravy, omelets, and pancakes. Especially for lunch.
RESTAURANT: Edith Ann’s
PRICE POINT: Under $10 per person
HIGHLIGHTS:

• Generous portion sizes
• Off menu options (chocolate chip pancakes!)
• Breakfast served straight through lunch

Read a full review of Edith Ann’s.

Eat at Edith Ann’s

Location:
11243 Memorial Pkwy SW
Huntsville, AL 35803
Phone: (256) 489-0881
Hours:
Mon – Fri 6:30 am – 2:00 pm
Sat – Sun 7:00 am – 1:00 pm