30 Father's Day Lunch Ideas The Whole Family Will Love (2024)

If you love pizza crust, then this is the next-level rendition of that perfect crunch. Some recent TikTok scrolling led us to a gorgeous pizza sandwich sealed by its doughy edge, torn-open steaming, and stuffed with cheese and cured meat. With a little collaboration, we created a super-crusty sandwich stuffed with creamy burrata, salty prosciutto, sweet fig jam, and peppery arugula. Drizzle with olive oil and allow for drips through the crevices as you devour.

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According to some sources, Pizzeria Uno may have invented deep-dish pizza in the '40s in Chicago. TMYK! If you've never had one, this pie will blow your mind. Click below to find out all that makes deep dish special.

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Mexican tortas are hearty enough to be special dinner-worthy, and none more so than these. Since this iteration is inspired by Americanized hard-shell chicken tacos, we completed it with shredded cheese, taco seasoning, and some crunchy tortilla chips. Feel free to top with your own faves to make it your own!

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While this recipe focuses on the all-butter version that makes lobster the star of the show, mayo fans need not fear—we've included both options, so you can make your dad's dream lobster roll, just how he likes it. Serve it with all your favorite summer sides to transport your family straight to the coast after just one bite.

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Love a Vietnamese summer roll but don’t want to fuss with the wrapper? Meet your dad's new favorite lunch. Rice noodles, shrimp, avocado, thinly sliced veggies, and a plethora of greens are tossed together in a tangy nước chấm dressing for a refreshing lunchtime twist.

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Inspired by the popular Japanese onigirazu, this is like a cross between sushi and a sandwich. We filled ours with spicy salmon, seasoned sushi rice, cucumber, pickled cabbage, carrot, and avocado—then wrapped it in nori to make it extra portable. Serve it with plenty of the sriracha-soy mayo on the side!

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This fish sandwich not only has everything going on, but it comes together in a flash. Cod is called for in this recipe, but any firm white fish that can stand up to a grill will be suitable. The marinade is made with ginger, garlic, paprika, and turmeric, the latter lending the fish a beautiful golden hue when cooked. Ready in 30 minutes, this is the perfect summer grilling recipe to shake up your burger and hot dog game.

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Imagine not having to unhinge your jaw like a snake to enjoy your favorite Italian deli hero. This chopped sandwich is here to turn that dream into a reality. Turns out, running a knife through your sandwich ingredients before piling them into a roll makes the whole ordeal of crushing a big hoagie a lot easier to manage!

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This wrap is hearty enough to keep you full until dinner, but not so heavy you require a post-lunch nap. Filled with a zingy arugula-dill salad, sliced turkey, roasted red peppers, and crunchy cucumbers, and sealed with a creamy goat cheese spread, it's exactly the kind of colorful lunch that'll brighten up your Father's Day.

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Not ready to make your dad's favorite California roll or shrimp tempura roll at home quite yet but craving all of the classic sushi flavors? A homemade sushi bowl is a great place to start. You can practice making restaurant-worthy sushi rice, source best-quality fish, and discover what ingredients, flavors, and textures make that perfect sushi bowl.

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When it comes to healthy salads, none are more hearty than a taco salad. Load it up with veggies, cheese, and ground beef for the perfect satisfying summer meal. We love this classic version, but if you want to get fancy, feel free to swap in and out your fave toppings.

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