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The Ultimate Father’s Day BBQ And Grilling Menu (28 Recipes, 2 Pages, 2 Articles)

Published On: 6/6/2024 Last Modified: 6/16/2025

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Whether it’s you or Dad doing the cooking this Father’s Day, here’s a barbecue menu that will knock everyone’s socks off.

The centerpiece is a better-than-steakhouse grilled ribeye with some whiskey BBQ sauce on the side. Smoked potatoes and bacon-wrapped meatballs fill out the main meal. There’s even a recipe for smoked ice that will amp Dad’s favorite cocktail up to 11, and a BBQ ice cream cake that you have to see to believe. Can’t enjoy a meal with him this year? Also check out our top Father’s Day gift ideas because, let’s be honest, you can do better than buying him a tie!

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Dave Joachim, AmazingRibs.com Editorial Director

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

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