Restaurant guide: Treat Mom to one of these amazing Mother's Day brunches
It's time to honor that special woman who raised you.
To thank her for taking care of you when you were sick, encouraging you when you were down, pushing you to excel in school and cheering you on in whatever sport or activity you were participating in.
Also, and most importantly, to thank her for not giving you the what-for after throwing a temper tantrum over a cookie in the grocery store.
Just remember she loves you and would walk through fire for you, so show her some serious love and gratitude on her special day. And think bigger than the cookie.
Here are some great places to treat Mom for Mother's Day:
3800 Ocean Restaurant & Lounge
A tasty brunch with ocean views is a great way to start her special day. This event runs from from noon to 7:30 p.m. and features one great dish after another. From the raw bar with chili and cilantro-poached shrimp to carving stations with prime rib and caramel-whiskey glazed ham to traditional breakfast options, moms will be well taken care of. $95 per person and $35 for children under 12. Reservations required. Information: www.palmbeachmarriottresort.com
3800 Ocean Restaurant & Lounge, 3800 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach
Almond
Raise a glass to Mom on Mother's Day and treat her to a delicious brunch. It kicks off at 11 a.m. and will include favorites such as the house smoked pastrami and eggs with home fries and sourdough toast for $22, the gratitude gardens' mushroom omelette with goat cheese and home fries for $19, Johnny’s brioche French toast with Grand Marnier bananas foster also for $19 or the house baked granola (gluten-free) with yogurt and honey at $21. A "Same But Different" cocktail will be on the house for moms on their special day. Information: www.almondrestaurant.com/s/palmbeach
Almond, 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach
Café Boulud
To honor all moms, executive chef Dieter Samijn and pastry chef Julie Franceschini have prepared a three-course, spring-inspired brunch menu featuring chilled green pea soup, salads, shrimp, tuna crudo, steak tartare, Belgian waffles, lobster benedict, prime beef, a selection of deserts and more. The brunch is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is $135 per person, children under 12 $65. Information: www.cafeboulud.com/palmbeach
Café Boulud, 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach
LoLa 41
In celebration of the holiday, executive chef Brian Bottge has crafted two specials to honor mothers. First is the lobster quiche Florentine, which features Maine lobster, baby spinach, Swiss cheese and béchamel served with dressed greens for $49. Second is the prime rib, which includes a 16-ounce steak with truffled potato puree, grilled lemon asparagus, au jus and horseradish cream for $59. There will also be signature cocktails for toasting. Mother’s Day specials will be available during brunch and dinner. Brunch is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner is 5 to 8 p.m. Information: www.lola41.com; 561-599-5652
LoLa 41, 290 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach
La Goulue
Treat moms to French specialties this Mother's Day with brunch or dinner. Brunch will run from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with specials including salade de tomate et heritiere for $18, an entrée of daurade for $42 and for dessert saisonnier triffle for $16. The Mother's Day dinner is from 5 to 10 p.m and is $130 per person. It includes a raspberry French 75 cocktail, an appetizer choice of either vol au vent de homard or salade de tomate et heritiere, entree options of either daurade or pates de printemps and dessert choices of saisonnier triffle or panna cotta Italienne. Information: www.lagouluepalmbeach.com
La Goulue, 288 S. County Road, Palm Beach
Elisabetta's
Both the West Palm Beach and Delray Beach locations will feature Mother's Day specials including the Arthur avenue salad, which includes antipasti salad, giardiniera, chickpeas, celery, tomato, salumi, olives, provolone and peppadews for $16, and the burrata toast consisting of a soft egg, bacon, greens, tomato and basil for $14. Information: www.elisabettas.com
Elisabetta's, 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach; 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach
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Pistache
Chef de cuisine Mike Burgio will serve French classics and more in this three-course prix fixe menu honoring moms. In addition, all mothers receive a complimentary mimosa, Bellini, house wine or bloody Mary. For appetizers there is an onion soup gratinee, chia seed parfait, baby kale salad, Italian burrata, salmon tartare, moules mariniere or burgundy escargot; enjoy wild mushroom and truffle quiche, crab benedict, shrimp and grits, duck hash, mahi mahi or grilled veal paillard for entrees and for desert there is a choice of apple-cake, petit nids depaques or chocolate flourless cake. Brunch is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is $85 per person, children $30. Information: www.pistachewpb.com
Pistache, 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach
Avocado Grill
Recognizing that moms are often the most important person in your life, Avocado Grill will offer a trio of special dishes for Mother's Day brunch. There will be roasted mushroom eggs Florentine for $26. Available all day, a crab cake dinner served with tarragon crema and choice of a side for $32 and lobster fra diavlo with littleneck clams, linguini and a kick for $52. They will also be offering their full brunch and dinner menus. Reservations recommended. Information: www.avocadogrillwpb.com
Avocado Grill, 125 Datura St., West Palm Beach
Batch New Southern Kitchen & Tap
If Mom favors a Southern-style brunch, Batch in West Palm Beach has you covered. There, she will receive a free Mom-mosa or sangia. Or, indulge with up to 90 minutes of bottomless mimosas, sangria and bellinis from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for $20. Pair these well-earned libations with any of Batch's finger-licking classic brunch dishes including cast iron pecan cinnamon rolls or chicken n' waffles. Information: www.batchsouthernkitchen.com/wpb
Batch New Southern Kitchen & Tap, 223 Clematis St., West Palm Beach
Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen
This innovative farm-to-table dining venue and wine bar will host their first ever Mother’s Day brunch this year. The 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. event will feature exclusive Mother’s Day-themed breakfast items. Fern Street offers indoor seating, as well as outdoor seating on their shaded patio. Information: www.fernstreetwpb.com
Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen, 501 Fern St., West Palm Beach
Johan’s Joe Swedish Restaurant
This authentic Swedish eatery will offer "Breakfast in Bed" specials to go as well as a "Toast to Mom" buy one, get one mimosa special available on-site from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mother's Day. The "Breakfast in Bed" options include the Swedish Pancakes & Bacon Package featuring 10 Swedish pancakes with fresh berries, homemade whipped cream, berry preserves, and eight slices of bacon for $49.95 and the Mimosa Package which includes one bottle of brut sparkling wine and two bottles of Natalie's orange juice for $29.95. To go orders must be placed by Friday for pick up on Saturday or Sunday. Information: johansjoe.com
Johan Joe's Swedish Restaurant, 401 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach
The Regional Kitchen and Public House
Celebrate mom with chef Lindsay Autry’s acclaimed buffet spread which will include menu favorites like tomato pie, fried chicken, loaded grits, breakfast classics and much more. All moms will receive one complimentary glass of wine or a mimosa. Brunch is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is $75 per person, children $25. Information: www.eatregional.com/reservations
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The Regional, 651 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach
Okeechobee Steakhouse
Florida’s oldest steakhouse will offer a special menu that is certain to make Mom feel appreciated. Let her indulge with a bone-in filet, pink peppercorn, port wine demi-glace, charred asparagus, choice of potato, and house salad for $99.99. Dinner service runs from 4 to 9 p.m. Information: www.okeesteakhouse.com; 561-683-5151
Okeechobee Steakhouse, 2854 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach
Okeechobee Prime Meat Market
Offering the same delicious meats and sides enjoyed for 75 years at Okeechobee Steakhouse, the team at Okeechobee Prime Meat Market makes celebrating Mom at home a breeze. The preorder dinner menu includes a prime nine-ounce filet mignon, Florida jumbo lump crab cake, legendary creamed spinach, one-half bottle Saldo Zinfandel and chocolate mousse for $89.99 per meal. Information: www.okeeprimemeats.com; 561-570-7200
Okeechobee Prime Meat Market, 1959 Wabasso Drive, West Palm Beach
Swank Specialty Produce
Join Jodi and Darrin Swank for a beautiful Mother's Day brunch on their hydroponic farm. The brunch will feature three courses from chef Emerson Frisbee as well as bottomless beverages and plenty of activities for the kids.
Adults $120, children ages 4 to 12 $50. Advance tickets are required. Tickets: click here. Information: www.swankspecialtyproduce.com
Swank Specialty Produce, 14311 North Road, Loxahatchee
Farmhouse Kitchen Delray Beach
Offering Mother's Day brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 3 to 9 p.m., Farmhouse has plenty of ways to say thanks to Mom. From the lobster French toast and crab cakes benedict for brunch to the ribeye steak with parmesan truffle frites and the pan roasted striped bass for dinner, mom will forget all about the time you spilled paint in the garage or got that tattoo of Roy Orbison. Information: farmhousekitchenboca.com
Farmhouse Kitchen Delray Beach, 204 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach
RACKS Fish House + Oyster Bar
This happening Delray spot will feature a Mother's Day dinner kicking off at 4 p.m. with starters, entrees and sushi options to honor mom. Starters range from the millionaire mac & cheese, which includes popcorn scallops, shrimp, chipotle drizzle, truffle oil and Ritz crackers, to Thai curry mussels and jumbo lump crab cakes. Entrees will include Southern fried seafood, Thai red snapper and more. For sushi, there will be the signature dragon roll, black grouper ceviche, tuna tatake and Hamachi jalapeno. Information: racksdelray.com
RACKS Fish House + Oyster Bar, 5 SE Second Ave., Delray Beach
Batch Gastropub: Delray
Spoil Mom on her big day with a delicious Southern-style brunch where she will get a free Mom-mosa or bloody Mary. Batch Gastropub: Delray has a brunch menu that includes Cuban eggs benedict and features Cuban bread, smoked pit ham, roasted pork, Swiss cheese, poached eggs, hollandaise and chopped pickles; cinnamon French toast crunch and many, many more delicious options. Information: www.batchgastropub.com/delray
Batch Gastropub: Delray, 14813 Lyons Road, Delray Beach
Coco Sushi Lounge & Bar
Decorated with pink and white balloons and lush floral arrangements for Mom's big day, they will offer several specials including the Mother's Day Basket featuring yummy dumplings, gyozas, and spring rolls for $20 and the Mother's Day Roll which is a heart-shaped roll, comprised of spicy tuna and avocado, topped with fresh tuna and red tobiko for $15. Splits of Maschio Sparkling Rose NV from Italy will be on special for $8 per bottle. Plus, as a special holiday treat, all moms will receive complimentary long-stemmed pink or red roses, during brunch and dinner. Information: cocodelray.com
Coco Sushi Lounge & Bar, 25 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach
Avalon Steak & Seafood
This Mother's Day, take that special woman on a nautical adventure to this coastal-inspired steakhouse with its menu full of Montauk flair and Nantucket panache. They will host brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and feature brioche French toast, steak and eggs and pork belly hash. There is also a Mother's Day dinner option from 5 to 10 p.m. with dishes including Avalon’s signature angry lobster, Maine halibut, and more on the menu. Reservations recommended. Information: www.avalondelray.com
Avalon Steak & Seafood, 110 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Brule Bistro
At Brule, dinner will be that much sweeter as Mom gets a complimentary dessert with her meal. Mothers can choose a decadent treats like the pistachio crème brûlée with Tahitian vanilla bean or the white chocolate cheesecake with pecan crust and strawberry white chocolate gelato. Information: www.Brulebistro.com
Brule Bistro, 200 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach
Rose’s Daughter
Another option for a sweet treat is Brule's sister restaurant, Rose's Daughter, which also offers a free dessert with Mom's meal. One of their most popular choices is the delicious lemon-almond pound cake. Information: www.rosesdaughterdelray.com
Rose’s Daughter, 169 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach
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Amar Mediterranean Bistro
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. guests can enjoy a unique, Lebanese prix fix brunch menu this Mother's Day. The menu will feature a mix of delicious cold and hot mezze, plus a shakshuka with eggs, tomato, peppers, onion, chickpeas, batata, and harissa, a Lebanese scramble with eggs, tomato, onions, zucchini, feta, za’atar, sumac, batata, and olive bread, and more. Enjoy two mezze, one entree and one dessert for $45 per person. As a bonus, all moms will get a complimentary glass of organic Bodvar rosé. Information: amardelray.com
Amar Mediterranean Bistro, 522 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach
Corvina Seafood Grill
For Mother's Day, this Boca hot spot will feature a fresh jumbo lump crab cake dinner for $45. In addition, all moms will receive a complimentary decadent, and well-deserved, departure gift-a bag of dark chocolate, sea salt popcorn. Information: corvinabocaraton.com
Corvina Seafood Grill, 110 Plaza Real South, Boca Raton
The Addison
With live music, unlimited wine and bubbles, incredible ambiance and award-winning cuisine, this historic landmark will provide moms with an amazing Mother's Day experience. From fresh fruit, imported and domestic cheeses and smoked salmon to a seafood bar, an omelet station and several carving stations, the spread will be grand. $125 per person, children 12 and under $75. Reservations available starting at 10 a.m. Information: theaddisonofbocaraton.com
The Addison, 2 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton
Chez Marie French Bistro
Though not usually open on Sundays, the owners are willing to bend the rules to honor moms on their special day. From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Chez Marie will offer a three-course price-fixed Mother's Day brunch. Adults are $55 and children 10 and older are $25. Information: chezmariefrenchbistro.com
Chez Marie French Bistro, 5030 Champion Blvd., Boca Raton
Blue Dog Cookhouse & Bar
Now open at Boca Raton's Town Center, the NYC hot spot's South Florida outpost has got plenty of love for moms on their special day. Brunch will feature tasty options including hand-tailored omelets and an array of Benedicts as well as chef specialties including pumpkin-stuffed French toast, fried chicken and waffles and more. Brunch if from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will also feature a live jazz band. Information: www.bluedogboca.com
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Blue Dog Cookhouse & Bar, 6000 Glades Road, Boca Raton
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
This casual dining restaurant will celebrate all parents from Mother’s Day through Father’s Day by supporting Baby2Baby’s mission to provide diapers, clothing and the basic necessities to children living in poverty. During Mother’s Day weekend and Mexican Mother’s Day (May 6-10) and Father’s Day weekend (June 17-19), Lazy Dog will match up to $15,000 each weekend in guest donations from dining in and ordering online for curbside pickup or delivery. Information: baby2baby.org; www.lazydogrestaurants.com
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, 9636 Glades Road, Boca Raton
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Farmhouse Kitchen Boca Raton
They will feature brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 3 to 9 p.m. Brunch options will include crab cakes benedict, a smoked salmon omelet and more. Dinner entrees will range from ribeye steak with truffle parmesan frites, horseradish Mornay and spinach puree, to spiced grilled shrimp salad and more. Information: farmhousekitchenboca.com
Farmhouse Kitchen Boca Raton, 399 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton
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