SAN DIEGO COUNTY — Father's Day — a day to put Pops on a pedestal — falls this year on Sunday, June 19.

If you wish to leave cooking to someone else, check out what restaurants throughout the San Diego region are offering for on-site dining or takeout meals for at-home brunches and backyard BBQs.

Peruse the list below or scroll through photos at top of this post to find the ideal spot to wine and dine your padre.

If you know of other neighborhood restaurants with dad-worthy deals, share with Patch readers in the comments section.

And to all dads, grandads, stepdads, foster dads and father-figure uncles, too, Happy Father's Day from Patch!

BASKIN-ROBBINS: Celebrate Father's Day with two ice cream cakes — perfect for Pops! The new "Grillmaster Cake" is made of Oreo cookies & buttercream "burgers & hot dogs," or "The Cold One Cake," resembling a foamy beer mug. Order info. Find shops near you.

BENCOTTO: Take Dad to the Little Italy restaurant where he can enjoy his pasta his way! Pasta dishes can be customized with three steps — select favorite style of pasta, choose house-made sauce, then meats. Reservations at (619) 450-4786 or online here. At 750 W. Fir St., San Diego.

BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE: Dads dining in-restaurant June 18-19 will receive free commemorative Father's Day glass, plus 20% off VIP card for use on future dine in or takeout from June 20 through July 10. Another offer: for every $50 eGift card purchase, receive a $10 bonus card. Details. Find locations in Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Escondido, La Jolla, La Mesa & San Diego.

BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE: For Father's Day, all locations open at 11 a.m., serving such dishes as prime rib & lobster tail, ribeyes & classic sidekicks, plus Father's Day drink special —the BullsEye Brew. Also available are take-home "Grilling Kits" ($29.99), with bag & set of grilling utensils. Ordering & reservation details. Find locations in Chula Vista, El Cajon & Escondido.

CAFE SEVILLA: Dine out for Father's Day brunch with bottomless mimosas (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.) or dinner offered all day. Dads can enjoy $10 Smoked Old Fashioned, as well as a free lobster tail when ordering signature paella. Live music begins 6 p.m. Reservations here. Location: 353 Fifth Ave., San Diego.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Enjoy a Father's Day weekend BOGO deal: Buy one pizza, pasta or salad & get one free on your next visit. Offer is for dine-in or takeout June 18-19 . Diners will receive a BOGO coupon card redeemable June 20-28. Location finder here.

DRAFT REPUBLIC: Make it a fun Father's Day at spot where families dine on bar bites, enjoy craft brews, plus bowl, play arcade games & practice their swing on golf simulator. Info here. At 255 Redel Road in San Marcos' North City, a live-work-play destination.

EDDIE V'S: A Father's Day exclusive special — for dine-in only — features 11-ounce Snake River Farms Gold Label Wagyu strip steak. Plus, Eddie V's single barrel select Blanton's Bourbon also available. If Dad is a bourbon enthusiast, the collectible Blanton's topper is offered by request, while supplies last. 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., with live music in V Lounge from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Info & reservations here. Find locations in La Jolla & San Diego.

FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE: Three-course, Father's Day specials served June 16-20, featuring choices of bone-in ribeye & lobster or filet mignon. Meals include salads, desserts, or upgrade with add-ons or cocktails. Restaurants open early Saturday & Sunday, June 18-19, plus full dinner menu also available. See here for Dad's Day details. California sites include Anaheim , El Segundo , Fresno , La Jolla , Los Angeles/L.A. LIVE , Newport Beach , Palo Alto , Pasadena , Rancho Cucamonga , San Diego , Santa Clara , Walnut Creek , Woodland Hills .

FOGO DE CHAO: For Father's Day, the Brazilian steakhouse will serve brunch (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and dinner (2 p.m. to 9 p.m.), with half-price for children 7-12 & free to 6 & younger with purchase of full churrasco experience. Father's Day To-Go Packages also offered, with 24-hour notice, for pick-up or delivery. Website here for info. Find locations, including San Diego.

ISLANDS RESTAURANTS: On June 19, restaurants are offering a $15 Father's Day burger & beer deal. All burgers & any 16-ounce beer qualify. Among burger options: the "Kilauea," jalapeño & black pepper-crusted burger, pepper jack cheese, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato & Island Reds; "Bleunami" with Bleu cheese dressing, lettuce, tomato, red onion & bleu cheese crumbles: and "Impossible," plant-based patty, avocado, white cheddar, lettuce, tomato & roasted garlic aioli. Website here.

LIONFISH AT PENDRY SAN DIEGO HOTEL: On Father's Day, Tito's Vodka & Tanqueray Gin Martinis are $8. Book soon for dinners featuring sustainable seafood, sushi & such prime meats as Snake River Wagyu Eye of Ribeye. Details & reservations. Reservations also via OpenTable here. Location: 435 Fifth Ave ., San Diego.

LUMI BY AKIRA BACK: It's a Father's Day BBQ, with Japanese- and Peruvian-inspired cuisine at rooftop bar in Gaslamp. The robata cookout to feature skewers (beef sirloin, corazon, pork belly, chicken thighs & gizzards, shrimp, bacon-wrapped asparagus & eggplant), with house-made Nikkei sauces. End with dessert pairing – Japanese whisky, Ichiro's Malt & Grain Blend & signature "Akira Back Cigar," lucuma mousse, chocolate brownie & cocoa nib. Info & reservations. At 366 Fifth Ave., San Diego .

MARCO'S PIZZA: During Father's Day week, June 13-19, patrons can score 20% off any pizza when using code JUNE20 on orders via app or online. Offer applies to chain's array of pizzas, including All Meat, Deluxe, Garden, Hawaiian Chicken, Pepperoni Magnifico & White Cheezy. Location in San Diego.

MONELLO: Take Dad to Monello in Little Italy for Italian dinner offering unique, table-side cheese wheel pasta, tossed in 60 pounds of parmigiano cheese. Menu also includes antipasti appetizers, soups, pasta, meats & seafood. Visit Instagram for any new Father's Day specials. At 750 W. Fir St., San Diego . Website here.

NASON'S BEER HALL AT PENDRY SAN DIEGO: A Father's Day Artisanal BBQ Party from Chef Brandon Sloan is set June 19, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., featuring baby back ribs, brisket, jidori chicken, plus sauces & such sides as bacon mac and cheese, baked beans & cornbread. Hand-crafted cocktails, local beer & live entertainment, too. Plus San Diego Padres vs, Colorado Rockies will air at 12:10 p.m. on 23 big-screen TVs. Info here. At 550 J St., San Diego. -----------

RED LOBSTER: Treat seafood-loving dads to gift card deal. Limited-time special runs through June 26. For every $50 spent on cards, purchased in-restaurant or online, get $10 bonus coupon for orders of $30 or more June 27 and Aug. 31. Cards can be used on such offerings as Ultimate Feast, Ultimate Endless Shrimp Mondays & new "10 Under $10" lunch menu. Website & locations here. Restaurants statewide.

RUBIO'S COASTAL GRILL: Surprise fish-taco-loving papas with a Rubio's gift card deal for Father's Day. Buy a $25 gift card, and receive a $5 bonus card. Physical gift cards & E-gift cards available. Details. Find a Rubio's near you here.

RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Dine-in or order takeout for Father's Day with such options as 11-ounce filet, porterhouse-for-two, tomahawk ribeye, or prix-fixe meal with starter, entrée, side & dessert. Plus, gift card offer runs June 13-19. For every $200 gift card purchase, get $40 bonus card. Bonus cards valid through Aug. 31. Details. California locales include Del Mar & San Diego.

SAMMY'S WOODFIRED PIZZA: Dine on-site or order takeout for Father's Day. From "healthy global cuisine" selections: chicken lettuce wraps; duck tacos; sweet chili chicken wings; burgers; soups; salads; short ribs; lamb chops; wood-fired pizzas. Menu & order links here. See locales in Chula Vista, Del Mar, La Jolla, La Mesa, Mission Valley, San Marcos, Scripps Ranch.

SEASONS 52: Pre-order three-course, Father's Day dinner to-go via Green Box offerings, serving four to six. Options include cedar-plank roasted salmon or beef tenderloin, with salad, sides & "Mini Indulgences." Order link here. Find restaurant at UTC in San Diego.

SEREA: Father's Day cocktail specials include "The Padrino" ($19), Sauza Reposado, ancho green, simple syrup, fresh lime & Modelo, and "Father of Rye" ($19), with Bulleit Rye, chambord, orgeat, bitters & muddled blackberries. Executive Chef JoJo Ruiz also planning such standout dishes as daily selection of oysters, pan-roasted, ora king salmon, Baja Kampachi & more. Reservations recommended via OpenTable here. At Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave ., Coronado.

7-ELEVEN: Say "Thanks, Dad," with a Father's Day deal: 16 boneless wings for just $5. In-store only.

7 MILE KITCHEN AT SHERATON CARLSBAD RESORT & SPA: Casual fare from Executive Chef Julian Quiñones could make for ideal Father's Day dining experience. Among sips & entrees are local brews, handcrafted cocktails & such artisanal pizzas as the "Tartufo," with roasted wild mushrooms, caramelized onion, arugula, white truffle cream & reggiano. For reservations, call (760) 827-2514 or click here. Location: 5420 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad.

SMASHBURGER: Enjoy a Father's Day burger deal running through June 19 at participating locations: four burgers for $20 with code "FathersDay" at checkout. Valid for a single beef, turkey or black bean burger build only and while supplies last. Info & participating location in San Diego.

SUSIECAKES: For dads with a sweet tooth, check out: Father's Day Cupcake Box (four cupcakes with "Happy Father's Day Dad" inscription); or "DinoDad" or "Award Winning Dad" decoration that can be added to any cake. Treats available June 6-19. Website here. Locations include Del Mar and Carlsbad.

TAVERN + BOWL: Spend day bowling with Dad, while enjoying scratch-made, brunch, lunch or dinner. Featured items include steak, burgers, a crispy chicken sandwich & BBQ Pulled Pork Mac 'N' Cheese (cavatappi , three-cheese cream sauce & "beerbeque-glazed" pulled pork), plus wings, salads & pizza. Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free & Paleo diners, too. Info & reservations. At 930 Market St., San Diego.

THE MARINE ROOM: Dine out Father's Day at iconic restaurant with unbeatable ocean views. Dad-worthy selections include cast iron strip steak with root vegetables, plus truffle yuca fries & asparagus with smoked sea salt. New cocktail options feature "Thank You Sonny Chiba," with Suntory Toki Japanese whiskey. Reservations required via opentable.com or at (858) 457-9222. Location: 2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla.

THE SHORES: With perfect timing for Fahter's Day, weekend brunch is back, plus Chef Mike Minor has also introduced an all-new dinner menu with Baja-inspired flavors. Located in La Jolla Shores Hotel, 8110 Camino del Oro in La Jolla. Reservations encouraged. Call (858) 456-0600 or visit website.

THE WESTGATE HOTEL: A chef-curated Father's Day lunch, accompanied by live music, will be served June 18-19, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., in Westgate Room or on Veranda's outdoor patio. Menu includes seafood chowder, crab cakes, ricotta cheese ravioli, Baja prawn tacos & beer and microbrews. Reservations here. At 1055 Second Ave. San Diego.

20|TWENTY AT WESTIN CARLSBAD RESORT & SPA: Locally-sourced, refined classics are on Father's Day menu, including steaks, pork rib chops & such sides as sauteed wild mushrooms & decadent truffle mac and cheese. Make reservations at (760) 827-2500 or online here. At 5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad.

URBAN PLATES: Dads can score "secret ingredient" to grilling this summer! On Father's Day, the first 100 dads that dine-in at Urban Plates will receive complimentary Urban Grill King Spice Rub with orders. Fathers must dine-in to snag the specialty spice rub. Find locations in Del Mar and Carlsbad. Website here.

WATER GRILL: Perfect for the seafood-loving dad is Father's Day "Surf & Turf" menu, featuring filet mignon & lobster tail ($76), American-style wagyu ribeye ($90), Wild Maryland softshell crab with watermelon & cucumber salad ($45) & Wild Copper River salmon with heirloom carrots & vadouvan curry butter ($64). Info & bookings here. Location: Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego.

YARD HOUSE: Pops can select from fleet of taps with 100-plus brews, plus order such steaks & chops as bone-in, sweet soy marinated Korean Ribeye, served with chili garlic fries. Restaurant info here. Locations include Carlsbad & Mission Valley.

YOGURTLAND: Surprise fro-yo-loving dads with eGift cards, valid for in-store purchases. And a deal runs June 13-18: For every $25 eGift card purchased, receive $5 bonus card via email for future visits June 19 – July 17. Max of four bonus cards per order, plus not redeemable with online orders or third-party deliveries. Locations regionwide.

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