Father's Day Gift Guide 2025
This Father’s Day, give back to your community with unique gifts for the special men in your life.
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Our Father’s Day Gift Guide is here — packed with thoughtful gifts from your favorite Carlisle Street traders. Browse below for some inspirational Father’s Day gift ideas form some of our many local shops, and celebrate the dads and father figures in your life!
Breakfast, Lunch & Beers
Miss mat is a small cafe in the heart of Balaclava, serving up a Turkish inspired modern menu that changes with the seasons.
Batch Espresso provides cosy decor in a Kiwi owned cafe serving perfectly cooked eggs, toast, bacon, beans and more. Open from 6:30am.
Bounty of the Sun hosts intimate izakaya dining in Balaclava at Bounty of the Sun. Inspired, fresh and flavoursome Japanese small plates, designed to be shared. Open from 1pm.
Las Chicas is loved for area-sourced brekkies and lunches, in a bare-brick cafe decorated with posters for local events. Modern look with great coffee and food.
Levanter Cafe is a Middle Eastern cafe serving homemade dishes following the authentic Syrian recipes, Baklava, Turkish coffee and great espresso. Open from 7am.
The Local Taphouse offers craft beer, hearty meals and live music in a roomy tavern with old-school furnishings and a great rooftop courtyard. Open from Midday.
Wall Two Eighty prides itself on expertly brewed coffee, hearty breakfasts and lunches, and a warm, welcoming space perfect for dining in. Open from 6:30am.
Health & Grooming
Brotherwolf is an old school barbershop and fashion brand. They offer a truly unique space of multicultural talented barbers in a welcoming environment.
EDBA Boxing Academy is a place where like minded people come to learn the sweet science of boxing. Book in a session for the fitness minded gift.
Edware Scissorhands Barber is a walk-in only barber in the heart of Balaclava. Friendly staff welcome you to an old-school barbershop setting. All styles, hot fades, no fuss.
Zap Fitness is a 24 hour gym with facilities including Cardio Equipment, Change Rooms, Dedicated Stretching Area, Free Weights, Free Wifi, Functional Training Zone, Personal Training, and Strength Equipment. Get a membership as a gift.
Mr Carlisle Barber offers all kinds of styles, professional and friendly service at affordable prices. All in a welcoming, comfortable environment.
Kingsman Barbers was built on the belief that on occasion every man loves to feel like a King, which therefore requires an impeccable service at an elegant barbershop where you can relax and enjoy.
Gifts & Homewares
Amore Gifts offers a wide range of homewares, designer pieces and products inspired by different cultures. Each piece tells a story, so you’re sure to find something special.
Sir John’s Gifts stocks kitchen utensils and homewares online or in store. They have been trading in Balaclava for over 45 years and may have the perfect gift for your food savvy father.
Hot Dollar Gifts is just the place to find that Father’s Day card and wrapping paper to adorn your gift.
Something Different
The Coffee Company‘s aroma of hand roasted coffee beans has filled Carlisle Street since 1969. Offering coffee, beans, cakes, drinks and more. A coffee lovers favourite.
Jormar Fresh Meat, Poultry & Delicatessen is our local butcher in Balaclava serving the freshest meat, poultry and deli treats. Consider a fresh meat platter for a Father’s Day BBQ.
The Antique Silver Co stocks antiques, homewares, gifts, juidaica, silver, jewelry and more – an eclectic and unique gift might just be what you’re looking for to mix it up this year.
Taylor H T Jewellers provides high quality Jewels, Rings, Necklaces, Stones, Watches and more for that luxury gift.
Cellars On Carlisle is a no brainer: a local and independent bottle shop providing a wide range of wines, liquors and craft beers. Find a bottle or two to celebrate his day.
