Johnny V Restaurant
With its grey hues, brick-red accents and warm walnut touches, Dad might think the ambiance here is the best part, but ultimately it's Johnny V's innovative dishes full of robust flavors and multi-layered spices that are sure to dazzle him.

With a fondness for smoky barbeque, Johnny V's Sunday Brunch, features: skillet seared barbeque spiked Jumbo Shrimp, served with smoked Rock Shrimp potato salad, corn salsa and chipotle cocktail sauce ($14); barbeque glazed salmon salad with crisp romaine and red wine oregano vinaigrette ($14); or a barbeque burger, spiked and stuffed with barbacoa butter topped with caramelized onions and tomatoes ($10). The menu here is sure to add flare to the backyard-grilling Dad may be accustomed to.

With three-egg omelets prepared Dad's way ($10), featuring a choice of Applewood Bacon, Jamon Serrano, Portobello Mushroom, guacamole, tomato salsa, fresh spinach and more, Johnny V's Sunday Brunch Menu also has a diverse offering of other starters, salads and sandwiches that are sure to satisfy an appetite only Dad could have.

Johnny V Restaurant is open seven days a week at 625 East Las Olas Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale. For more information or reservations call 954.761.7920 or visit www.johnnyvlasolas.com.

Seafood Soiree Shizen
Shizen, which means "natural," is centered on traditional Japanese style, inviting Dad to take off his shoes and stay awhile. The swanky yet authentic dining room is complete with sushi bar and platform, pillowed booths, traditional tables and patio seating, providing a splendid environment for a Father's Day meal.

In addition to traditional sushi and sashimi favorites, Shizen also features a host of distinctively creative Japanese dishes. As a starter, Dad will love the Filet Carpaccio ($15), sliced thin and topped with wasabi mayo, capers, scallions and sea salt. Specialty entrées include Chicken Plum Teriyaki ($17.50) and Tara Miso Yaki ($27), featuring Chilean sea bass marinated in sweet miso sake for 24-hours, then grilled to perfection.

Keeping up with the times while reflecting age-old Japanese traditions in food and food service, Shizen provides a timely - and timeless - formula for seafood success, especially for special occasions like Father's Day.

Shizen is open seven days a week, Monday - Saturday from 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. on Sunday. For information, call (954) 763-8163 or visit www.shizencuisine.net.

Haute Hotspot
Preston's
Whether Dad is in the mood for stone crabs from the Grill Room or crispy calamari from Indigo, Preston's lobby bar at the Riverside Hotel has what Dad wants for a pre- or post-meal toast. Not to mention an extensive selection of single malt Scotch, bourbon, whiskey, port wine and classic cocktails.

With multiple flat-panel televisions to catch up on the latest news or sports highlights and wireless Internet access to surf the Web, Preston's offers Dads the best of both worlds in a relaxing atmosphere complete with a fireplace and 10-foot aquarium the whole family can enjoy.

Preston's covered garden patio offers an even warmer, more relaxed setting with comfortable yet stylish patio furniture and a new gazebo - offering a place for the family to lounge and enjoy hard-to-find quality time.

Preston's is open Monday through Saturday from 5-11 p.m. at 620 East Las Olas Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale. Please call the Riverside Hotel at 954-467-0671 for more information or visit www.riversidehotel.com.