Dining out with Dad: Father's Day restaurant specials

Morton's The Steakhouse (TOM BROWN / HARTFORD COURANT)

Whether Dad likes burgers, breakfast or upscale Italian fare, there are plenty of places to celebrate him Sunday. Here's a roundup of Father's Day deals, specials and promotions at local restaurants.

At Firebox, 539 Broad Street, Hartford, all dads get 50 percent off entrees. Dinner starts at 4:30 Sunday. For reservations, call 860-246-1222. fireboxrestaurant.com.

O'Porto, 2074 Park Street, Hartford, serves a special three-course, prix-fixe menu Sunday for $21.95. Diners can choose from six soups, salads or starters; six entrees and four desserts. Call 860-233-3184 for reservations.

Papacelle, 152 Simsbury Road, Avon, offers a Father's Day special throughout the month of June. Fathers enjoy any entrée from the menu for just $10. Register for a coupon at papacelle.com. Reservations required: 860-269-3121.

From Korky Vann, Savvy Shopper:

Take Dad to dinner at any of the Max Restaurant Group eateries and he'll get a $25 gift card to use on a future visit. (Gift card must be used by July 31.) Information: maxrestaurantgroup.com.

The Counter in West Hartford's Blue Back Square is giving a free burger to dads who request the freebie, as in, "I want the BFD (Big Freakin' Deal)." Dads must be accompanied by a family member who purchases a burger of equal or greater value. One regular 1/3 pound burger per dad. Information: 860-236-8400 and thecounterburger.com.

Buy dad $50+ worth of Outback gift cards and get a free $10 gift card. (Cards can be used through July 15.) Information: outback.com.

IKEA treats dads to a breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns and coffee from opening to 11 a.m. Information: Ikea.com.

Dad gets a gift from Fleming's Prime Steakhouse that keeps on giving. Take him to brunch or dinner Sunday, and the West Hartford restaurant, at 44 S. Main St., will give him a $25 dining card to use later. (Cards must be used between June 20 and July 17.) Reservations are recommended. Information: 860-676- 9463 or flemingssteakhouse.com.

From MaryEllen Fillo:

Angelico's Lake House, 81 N. Main St., East Hampton, is offering an outdoor grill menu that includes Jack Daniels-marinated hanger steak, chicken and baby back pork ribs, as well as it regular menu. There will also be outdoor entertainment and seafood specials. Father's Day seating is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Information: 860-267-1276 or angelicoslakehouse.com.

The Angry Olive Bistro features a New York sirloin strip Gorgonzola dolce entrée special on Father's Day that includes a free glass of domestic beer or house wine for dads. Cost is $28 a person. Its regular Italian menu will also be available. The restaurant will be open Sunday from noon to 6 p.m., with dinner seatings through 4 p.m. Reservations: 860-257-8402 or theangryolive.com.

Morton's The Steakhouse in Hartford features a special Father's Day menu for $69 per person from 5 to 10 p.m. The dinner includes soup or salad, entrée, a side dish and dessert. The regular menu will also be available. Morton's is at 30 State House Square. Reservations: 860-724-0044 or mortons.com/hartford.