Ideas for Dads: Father's Day 2009

3417 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker, GA 30084 (map)

Since grilling is another one of Team Guy's favorite activities, we expect the Big Green Egg will wow most dudes. Besides, what better way to cook the Bacon Explosion than on a Big Green Egg?! Thankfully for Atlantans, this smokin' bad boy was conceived right here in the ATL, and we've got a convenient location to pick one up.

245 N Highland Ave NE Ste 140, Atlanta, GA 30307 (map)

If Dad is a cigar man, look no further than the Highland Cigar Co. The walk-in humidor boasts a choice selection of puff sticks, plus a private line of hand-rolled cigars. Plenty of classy smoking accessories give you pairing options. Their lease-able private humidor lockers give the old man the chance to smoke his favorites while sampling some of the Cigar Co.'s 40 scotch options.

1042 North Highland Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30306 (map)

While some men like spa treatments (not that there is anything wrong with that), we prefer old-school luxuries for the classic guy. Case in point, the straight-razor shave at Nadine's Triple Crown. Plus, if Dad still has a mop to crop, this stylish salon also does traditional barber trims performed in comfy leather chairs.

5600 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342 (map)

Two words: handcrafted beer. If your dad is a suds connoisseur (who also lives OTP), this Sandy Springs brewery is a good option. Yes, they have a menu that features "special, locally farmed ingredients," but we are much more impressed with their vintage bottle-conditioned ales and beirgarten. Priorities, people.

118 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta, GA 30346 (map)

Nothing says "built by Team Guy" like the all-you-can-eat-meat menu of a Brazilian steakhouse. Fire of Brazil turns it up with an especially man-ified menu featuring exotic meats. Among the usual suspects, expect ostrich, kangaroo (really), wild boar, elk, venison, alligator and buffalo. Plan for an afternoon siesta thanks to meat overload.

154 Krog St NE Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30307 (map)

It is tough to find a more appropriate steak palace for dad than our Iron Chef champion's lair. The aged porterhouse built for two and fries with blue-cheese fondue are over-the-top perfection, and even the ground-to-order burger holds its own. While it's not open on Sundays, taking the old man out to dinner the night before will get Father's Day started off right.

1100 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309 (map)

We can only imagine the elegance that will accompany the special chef-created Father's Day menu. We can also only imagine how much this will cost. While this high-class seafood spot is one of Atlanta's most expensive, it is also one of our city's finest. What guy won't dig the oyster bar, global menu and 1930s decor? Our advice? Split the bill with your siblings.

913 Bernina Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 (map)

For the dads who dig brunch, Park's Edge got our attention with a $3 Bloody Mary Father's Day special. This bistro located on a quiet side street of Inman Park could be a great sleeper pick for the patio-brunch crowd. Plus, we give them big thumbs up for their crab Benedict with smoked salmon. Everyone wins!

1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (map)

A choice call for the currently parenting pop, Atlanta Botanical Gardens lets all dads in for half-off admission. From 1pm to 5pm, kids can whirl around the gardens in a train while live bluegrass music, spectacular gardens and a car show entertain the 'rents. Plus what dude doesn't love carnival food? They've got that too.

755 Hank Aaron Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 (map)

There is no tighter American-style, father-son bond than that over the game of baseball. While the Braves are in Beantown for Father's Day (and a trip to Fenway might be out of most budgets), they return on Tuesday the 23rd for a three-game series against American League studs, the New York Yankees. We suggest trying to catch Braves ace Derrick Lowe and extending the dad celebration into weeknight territory.