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Let's be honest. Most dads don't want another wallet.
Ask them what they want for Father's Day and you'll probably hear some version of, "Nothing, beta."
But that's exactly why Father's Day is the perfect excuse to get him out of the house and spend some quality time together. This year, skip the predictable gifts and plan an experience based on what your dad actually enjoys.
Here's your guide to celebrating every kind of Lucknow dad.
For the Dad Who Still Thinks He Can Beat You at Sports!
Every family has that dad who insists he could've gone pro if life hadn't gotten in the way.
Father's Day is your chance to test that theory.
Book a pickleball court at The Racquet Club or gather the cousins for a box cricket showdown at Turf 99. Just be prepared for a lot of unsolicited advice on footwork, batting technique and "how things were done in our time."
Where to Go:
The Racquet Club
Turf 99
For the Dad Who Loves His Sunday Beer.
If your dad enjoys unwinding over a cold beer and good food, a brewery outing might be the easiest Father's Day win.
Take him to The Drowning Street, The Big Tree Café, or Pint House, order a platter for the table and spend the afternoon swapping stories.
Bonus points if you let him tell the same college story he's told 47 times before.
Perfect For: Chill dads and food-loving dads.
For the Dad Who Loves Lucknow's Food Scene.
Instead of one fancy dinner, make a day of it.
Start with breakfast at Shree Durga Khaste, grab something from Tunday Kebabi for lunch and then dinner at Royal Cafe. Finish it all up with Prakash ki kulfi or paan, and let dad decide where to stop next.
Because for many Lucknow dads, food is the love language.
For the Dad Who Secretly Needs a Day Off.
Most fathers will never spend money on themselves.
That's why a luxury grooming experience can be surprisingly appreciated.
Book a haircut, beard grooming, head massage or spa session and let him enjoy a few hours without answering anyone's questions.
Good Options:
KnK Awadh
Geetanjali Salon
Tony & Guy
Trust us, he'll come out looking 10 years younger and pretending he didn't enjoy it.For the Dad Who Loves Long Drives
For the Dad Who Loves Long Drives.
Not every Father's Day needs reservations and brunch menus.
Sometimes all you need is a car, good music and nowhere urgent to be.
Drive towards:
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary
Malihabad Mango Belt
Bithoor
Kukrail Forest Area
Roll down the windows, grab roadside chai and let the conversations happen naturally.
For the Dad Who Loves Winning.
Every dad believes he's naturally talented at every sport.
Bowling is the perfect Father's Day activity because it requires just enough skill for dads to become extremely competitive.
Head to:
Phoenix Palassio
Lulu Mall
Expect dramatic celebrations after every strike.
For the Dad Who Just Wants Everyone Together.
Sometimes the best Father's Day plan isn't an activity at all.
It's simply getting everyone in the same room.
Book a table, put the phones away and spend a few uninterrupted hours together.
Try:
Oudhyana at Taj Mahal Lucknow
L-14 at Renaissance
Rocca
Tanatan
Because years from now, dad probably won't remember the gift.
He'll remember who showed up.
The truth is that most fathers aren't looking for expensive presents.
What they really want is a few hours with the people they love.
So whether you're playing pickleball, sharing a beer, taking a road trip or simply sitting around a table telling old stories, that's what Father's Day is really about.
And if your dad insists he doesn't want anything this year, that's probably your cue to plan something anyway.
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