Father’s Day 2011: Mesa & Tempe

Still searching for a special spot to take dad on Father’s Day this year? We’ve got you covered!

We’ve highlighted some of our favorite Father’s Day events and menus specials, casual and formal, around the Valley to make your planning a little easier. Check out the happenings in Mesa & Tempe:

*Reservations are highly recommended.

Mesa:

• Venezia’s Pizzeria | Discount | Sunday all day | $10.75-$32.99

For Father’s Day, enjoy 15% off any specialty pizza. Valid for dine-in, carry out or delivery. Use code SM277. Prices range from $10.75 to $32.99 depending on size and type of pizza. For more info, visit venezias.com. 2721 South Ellsworth Road, #107.

• U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt | BOGO Special | Sunday all day |Average Price: $4

On Father’s Day, celebrate with a special, cool treat for dad. On Sunday enjoy Buy One, Get One Free frozen yogurt at U-Swirl! (Free cup is the one of equal or lesser value and is limited to 16 ounces or less. Cashier must use code: CARD-B1G1. Good at Phoenix area locations only. Dad must be present to receive.) For more info, visit u-swirlarizona.com. 1230 E. Baseline Road, #101.

Tempe:

• Cadillac Ranch | Brunch | Sunday 10am-3pm | Price varies

Head to Cadillac Ranch in Tempe Marketplace for brunch from 10am-3pm on Sunday. Enjoy 10% off any brunch item and free soft drinks, iced tea or coffee for Dads! Let him sip $5 Daddy Mary’s (Jumbo 22oz. Bloody Mary’s for dads) and he won’t leave thirsty! For more info, visit cadillacranchtempe.com. Call 480-894-1111 for reservations. 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Suite 2105 at Tempe Marketplace.

• Cadillac Ranch | All Day Specials | Sunday 11am-close | Price varies

Enjoy all day specials for Father’s Day at Cadillac Ranch in Tempe Marketplace. 10% off all Steaks, Chops & Ribs for Dads and Free Soft Drinks, Iced Tea or Coffee. Also offered: Half Off Bottles of Red Wine for Dad (and Mom), Half Off All Draft Beers for Dads and Half Off All Whiskeys for Dads. For more info, visit cadillacranchtempe.com. Call 480-894-1111 for reservations. 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Suite 2105 at Tempe Marketplace.

• Monti’s La Casa  Vieja | Father’s Day Special | 11am-10pm | $25.95

Head to Monti’s in Tempe to enjoy a Father’s Day Special, a 12oz. Herb Encrusted Prime Rib, served with Garlic Truffle Fries and Grilled Pancetta Wrapped Asparagus topped with an Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette. The special is priced at $25.95 (not including tax and gratuity) per person. Monti’s full menu will also be available. For more info, visit montis.com. Call 480-967-7594 for reservations. 100 South Mill Avenue.

• NYPD Pizza | Free Appetizer | Sunday all day | Price varies

Stop in at any one of the 10 Valley NYPD Pizza locations for dad to enjoy $.99 Domestic Drafts and a free small plate appetizer. Choose from Wings, Spinach Dip, Bruschetta or Crispy Zucchini Sticks (Dine in only. Limit 2 per dad). Also, their usual Sunday special will be offered: A 16” cheese pizza and your choice of a large Greek salad or a dozen wings for $18.99 (Carry out or delivery only). For more info, visit aznypdpizza.com. 9845 South Priest.

• Venezia’s Pizzeria | Discount | Sunday all day | $10.75-$32.99

For Father’s Day, enjoy 15% off any specialty pizza. Valid for dine-in, carry out or delivery. Use code SM277. Prices range from $10.75 to $32.99 depending on size and type of pizza. For more info, visit venezias.com. 33 East Southern Avenue.

• Z’Tejas | Happy Hour & Dinner | Sunday all day | Menu prices vary

Celebrate Dad for who he is by treating him to food he really loves! Z’Tejas is offering their full menu for Father’s Day, including Grilled Chipotle Beef Tenderloin, Green Chile Barbacoa Enchiladas, Smoked Chicken Chile Relleno and more southwestern favorites. Or, come from 3-5pm and enjoy Happy Hour in the entire restaurant! $4-$6 appetizers include Grilled Shrimp and Guacamole Tostada Bites, Green Chile Pulled Pork Nachos, Catfish Beignets and more. Enjoy beer and drink specials during Happy Hour as well! For more info, visit ztejas.com. Call 480-377-1170 for reservations. 20 W. 6th Street.

*Looking for a last-minute gift for Father’s Day? Check out Local Dines for restaurant gift cards at half price. Choose from some of the best restaurants in the Valley. Visit LocalDines.com to learn more.