Great Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Ideas for Father’s Day

Let’s be real, the way to a dad’s heart is through food. Surprise him with his faves or get it delivered to right to his door!

Can’t pick just one? Grab two of his faves with our You-Pick-Two®! Check out our featured meal favorites for even more perfect pairings.

Father’s Day Family Value Meals and Value Duets

Planning to have a Dad’s Dinner Night In with everyone? No problem, Panera has you covered! If you are celebrating with a big group this Father's Day, get your father off the grill by trying out our Family Feast Value Meals. Bring your family an easy and delicious lunch or dinner they will love!

Starting at $31, our Panera Family Value Meal includes:

2 Half Sandwiches
2 Kids Sandwiches
1 Whole Salad
1 Family Mac & Cheese
1 Whole French Baguette (Bonus: For $4 more dollars, you can add four Chocolate Chipper Cookies to your order.)*

^{*Prices may vary by location}

For smaller celebrations, try our Value Duets. They include one of our classic combos of soup, salad, and sandwiches. Get them to-go or have them delivered!

Father’s Day Gift and Celebration Ideas

Whether you are spending time at home with dad or are miles away, there are plenty of ways to celebrate.

Give the Gift of Good Food: Panera Gift Cards for Dad

For the dads who are coffee-lovers or busy-bees, a Panera Bread® Gift Card makes the perfect gift. Make your dad’s morning or lunch with an e-gift card sent to his inbox or grab one from your local Panera Bread cafe.

Panera Bread® Gift Cards are made for any special occasion and can be delivered via email or mail with a personalized message. Order through PaneraBread.com or through our app! Visiting one of our cafes? Grab one there too and hand-deliver it! Gift cards can be purchased with values between $2-$200.

View our gift cards and pick out your favorite design, write your personalized note to your loved one, and choose the option of how it is delivered. You can order ahead and deliver it to your dad on Father's Day as a surprise.

Looking for a last-minute gift the day of Father’s Day? iOS users can send a Panera eGift Card via iMessage.

Activities to Do Together

Planning a fun-filled day for your dad on Father's Day is a fantastic way to show him how special he is to you. Showing your dad how much you appreciate him does not have to be extravagant meal. Sometimes quality time is the perfect gift to give the family you love.

Movie Night: Set up a bed sheet and projector in your backyard and play your dad's favorite movie on the big screen! This is a great way to spend quality time with your dad without leaving the comfort of your own home. Don’t forget dessert! Order your favorite Panera treats from our bakery and enjoy the movie.

Get Athletic: If your father is a sports guy, he might enjoy some quality time and friendly competition with his family. Set up some cornhole in the backyard or get creative and set up an obstacle course for the whole family to enjoy.

Panera Picnic at the Park: If it's a nice, sunny day, take your dad out for a nice picnic at your local park. Panera has some great soups, salads, sandwiches, and bakery items to make the perfect meal for his special day. Bring a Frisby and some playing cards or relax on your picnic blanket with a refreshing Panera frozen drink or smoothie and enjoy the day!

How to Celebrate Father’s Day from Afar

If you cannot make it home to visit your father on Father's Day, there are ways to celebrate from afar and let your dad know you are thinking of him. Here are some great ways to make your dad feel special and spend time with him from a distance:

Virtual Cooking: One great way to feel connected to your dad from a distance this Father's Day is to cook his meal together! Order groceries to his door, hop on a video call, and enjoy some time cooking with him. If you and your dad enjoy eating more than cooking, Get your father’s favorite Panera meals (like one of our sandwiches) delivered to his house.

Virtual Game Day: Do you and your dad enjoy playing games together? There are plenty of online games to choose from that you and your family can enjoy on Father's Day without ever meeting in person.

Send a Gift Basket: Prepare a gift basket ahead of time and deliver it to your dad's doorstep on Father's Day! Fill his personalized gift basket with his favorite snacks, flowers, and other goodies. Finish your unique gift basket with a personalized note attached to a Panera gift card so he can enjoy his favorite breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

When Is Father’s Day?

Start prepping your Father's Day surprises! Father's Day is on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

Is Panera Open on Father’s Day?

Before you plan to visit or submit orders at Panera Bread, make sure to check your local store hours online through our Panera café locator for real-time updates on cafe hours and service offerings.