Didn’t inherit dad’s culinary chops (or, sadly, did follow in his strictly take-out footsteps)? This Father’s Day, why not let someone else worry about the cooking? That way, you and dear old dad can enjoy a fantastic meal without having to worry about doing the dishes.

By Mai Nguyen

6/16-6/17
The Union Jack
Start your Father’s Day celebrations early at The Union Jack. They will be serving a four course beer paired meal on Thursday and Friday. Reservations are highly recommended. 101 North Loudoun St., Winchester, 22601; 540-722-2055; 4 p.m.

6/17-6/19
Harry’s Tap Room
Does your dad prefer having a nice meal at home than dining out? Does he enjoy working his grill but hate the preparation part? Harry’s Tap Room has a new solution for this Father’s Day. They are offering a variety of delicious packages that ranges from burgers, rib-eye steak, pulled pork, pulled chicken, beef brisket, and many more. The best part? No assembly required, just order, pick up, grill or heat up, and enjoy. Please note that all orders must be placed no later than 5 p.m. on June 16. No cancellations or refunds can be made after June 16. Orders can be picked up on June 17, June 18, or June 19. 2800 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington; 703-243-9100; $70 – $115 per package.

6/17
L’Auberge Chez Francois
Join chef Haeringer for a cooking demonstration. Your dad will enjoy the tarte flambée and roasted asparagus salad along with a few other dishes. Beer from Starr Hill Brewery will also be featured. Space is limited, so please call ahead to reserve your seats. 332 Springvale Road, Great Falls; 703-759-3800; 11 a.m.; $85 pp.

6/18-6/19
Sugarleaf Vineyards
Enjoy a picnic or play sports on the winery lawn while partaking in their wine tasting with cheese pairings event. Your father will appreciate the fresh air and beautiful scenery since this location is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. 3613 Walnut Branch Lane, North Garden; 434-984-4272; 11– 6 p.m.; $15 pp.

6/18
Paradise Springs Winery
Take your dad to the Father’s Day pig roast at Paradise Springs Winery. Here, he can expect Cuban style pork, black beans and rice, sweet plantains, and much more. Plus, all fathers will receive a complimentary cigar. Reservations required. 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton; 703-830-9463; 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.; $69 pp, $29 per child.

Willowcroft Farm Vineyards
Willowcroft Farm Vineyards is hosting a barrel tasting, wine tasting and lunch on Father’s Day. Reservations are required. 38906 Mount Gilead Road, Leesburg; 703-777-8161; noon– 4 p.m.; $15 pp.

6/19
2941
Treat your dad to a three course prix fixe meal at one of the region’s best restaurants. Their selection includes octopus tempura, grilled lamb rack, chocolate molten cake, and many more. Reservations are required. 2941 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church; 703-270-1605; 11:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; $68 pp.

Bogati Bodega & Vineyard
This Argentina inspired winery is celebrating Father’s Day by hosting a wine tasting. All fathers who attend will also receive a cigar as a gift with their tasting. 35246 Harry Byrd Highway, Round Hill; 540-338-1144; noon– 5 p.m.; $15 pp.

Brix American Bistro
Have a nice Father’s Day brunch, buffet style, at Brix American Bistro. They will also be having a Father’s Day Grill Out for dinner. 1025-I Seneca Road, Great Falls; 703-433-9050; Brunch: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Dinner: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.; $19.95 pp, $9.95 per child.

Casanel Vineyards
Bring your dad for Casanel Vineyards for a Father’s Day brunch with a live performance from Mike Bowers. 17956 Canby Road, Leesburg; 540-751-1776; 1– 5p.m.

City Square Café
Remember the days when your dad forced you to wake up early for school? Now you can return the same favor, except instead of school, you’ll be waking him up for a nice brunch at City Square Café. Starting at 8:30 a.m. they have selections of rib-eye steak, seafood frittata, or an Andouille sausage and mushroom crepe. 9428 Battle St., Manassas; 703-369-6022; 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.; $4.50-$14.95.

El Manantial
All fathers will receive a free dessert for Father’s Day. 12050 A North Shore Drive, Reston; 703-742-6466.

Fleming’s
Enjoy a three-course brunch for Father’s Day. Also receive a $25 dining card to use during future visits. The regular menu will also be available. Reservations are strongly recommended. 1960-A Chain Bridge Road, McLean; 703-442-8384; 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.; $32.95 pp.

J. Gilbert’s
The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce named them “Restaurant of the Year” in 2010. So why not celebrate Father’s Day at this steakhouse where they will be serving a buffet style brunch or a prix-fixe style dinner. 6930 Old Dominion Drive, McLean; Brunch: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Dinner: 4– 9 p.m.; Brunch – $29 pp, $12.50 per child, Dinner – $38 pp.

M & S Grill
Take your father to an American grill restaurant where he can enjoy a three-course dinner with selections of filet mignon, grilled salmon, crab cake, chocolate crème brulee, and much more. 11901 Democracy Drive, Reston; 703-787-7766; 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.; $29.95 pp.

Maple Ave
Your dad deserves to be pampered, so take him to Maple Ave for a three course meal. The brunch course has selections of chicken wings, buttermilk biscuits, and fried green tomatoes. Followed by the lunch course, your father can choose from Moroccan chicken, a “BLT” sandwich, or baby crab cakes. And then finish the meal with either a peanut butter brownie topped with vanilla bean ice cream or pound cake topped with bacon ice cream. 147 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, 22180; 703-319-2177; $25pp.

Mon Ami Gabi
Let your father enjoy a French brunch on Father’s Day with the ham and cheese crêpe, the classic quiche Lorraine, seafood crêpes, waffle bananas foster, or two spins on French toast which include vanilla and blueberry. Every father who dines in on father’s day will also receive a $10 gift certificate to use at Mon Ami Gabi for their next visit. 11950 Democracy Drive, Reston; 703-707-0233; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; $8.95 – $11.95.

Patowmack Farm
This modern American restaurant uses locally grown organic ingredients is sure to be a great treat for your dad. They are featuring a three course meal starting with all you can eat summer snacks, followed by a specialty entrée from the grill, and finally choose from an amazing dessert selection. Reservations are required. 42461 Lovettsville Road, Lovettsville; 540-822-9017; Seatings at 11 a.m., 4 p.m.; $55pp, $25 per child.

Sona Restaurant
Try something new this Father’s Day. Sona Restaurant, which specializes in North Indian cuisine, will be hosting a Father’s Day cookout dinner on Sunday. Along with delicious food, there will be soccer games, chess and cricket. Reservations are required. 2900 Valley Ave., Winchester, 22601; 540-662-9299; 4:30 p.m.; $30 pp.

Veramar Vineyard
Is your father a potatoes and sausage kind of guy? If so, take him to Veramar Vineyard where $18 will get him a glass of wine, an Italian sausage and potato roast, and live music. Hot dogs will be available for children. Reservations are required. 905 Quarry Road, Berryville; 540-955-5510; noon– 5 p.m.; $18 pp.

6/20
Washington Wine Academy
Has your dad ever expressed interest in refining his taste buds? If so, why not sign him up for this class in Scotch whisky. The class will cover the comparison and contrast of blended single malts versus single malts and briefly touch on aging, blending, and regional styles. Space is limited so please reserve your spot ahead of time. 1201 S. Eads St., Suite 400, Arlington; 703-971-1525; 7 p.m.; $55 pp.

(June 2011)