Viviane Restaurant at Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
Take mom to Viviane, where she can enjoy a special Mother’s Day brunch poolside and indulge in menu specially crafted for the special occasion. Choose a starter, entree and dessert; selections include Tomato Carpaccio with croutons, shaved parmesan, chives, and olive oil; Lobster Roll on a brioche bun with pickles vegetables and coleslaw; and a Matcha Green Tea Panna Cotta with sesame tile. $45; Sunday; 9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills 90212; 310.407.7791
The Restaurant at Mr. C‘s Mother’s Day
They are offering a special Mother’s Day Brunch on the Mr. C yacht-inspired pool deck, including classic Cipriani dishes like Beef Carpaccio (invented by Giuseppe Cipriani at Harry’s Bar in Venice, Italy in the 1940s) and Baked White Tagliolini, alongside bottomless Bellinis and a decadent raw bar. Adults can enjoy live music while the children paint potting vases for their mothers at the Little C arts and crafts station. $115, $49/children; Sunday, 11 am-3 pm; 1224 Beverwil Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.277.2800; Reservations: here
Mother’s Day at The Grill on the Alley
For the first time ever, The Grill on the Alley Beverly Hills will be opening its doors for Mother’s Day Brunch. The menu will feature classic brunch favorites like the Crab Cake Benedict, Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, Maryland Soft Shell Crabs and Slow-Roasted Prime Rib. Sunday; 9560 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.276.0615
Avec Nous’ Mother’s Day
Celebrate with specialty buffet style dishes served in the Avec Nous lounge including insalata caprese, Smoked salmon, iced ceviche with house made tortilla chips, charcuterie and cheese, antipasto, chocolate truffles, and tarts. Main course dishes delivered table side include artichoke, red bell pepper Quiche, 6 oz prime Filet Mignon with bordelaise sauce and broccolini, roasted eggplant filled with red quinoa and root veg; Shakshuka with organic eggs, black kale and grilled pita; Garden vegetable omelet , and Grilled Prawns with salsa verde, white beans, and cippolini. $68; Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm; 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, 310.860.8660
RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen’s Mother’s Day
Celebrate with RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen’s Mother’s Day lunch menu including appetizer selections like Crispy Samosas or Laquered BBQ ribs; entrées like the Vietnamese Lobster with Glass Noodles roasted with caramelized garlic, ginger & chilies or Northern Thai Curry Short Rib with snap peas, sweet potatoes, eggplant, cilantro & Thai basil; side options such as Ginger Fried Rice; and a signature RockSugar dessert such as Caramelized Banana Custard Cake. $68; Sunday, 11:30 am-10 pm; 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 310.552.9988
Mother’s Day at Hinoki & the Bird
One day a year, Hinoki & the Bird offers its exclusive brunch for the ladies we hold dearest to our hearts. Bring in mom to enjoy a special menu including items like Azuki Bean French Toast, Butter Lobster Ramen, and even the hard to come by Okonomiyaki Burger. Sunday; 10 W Century Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 310.552.1200
Craft Los Angeles‘ Mother’s Day
In celebration, Craft will be open for Sunday brunch. Treat Mom to a menu of seasonal goodies including a first course of assorted pastries, family-style second course and a choice of your own main course. If you’re planning an evening celebration, their family-style a la carte menu is available in the evening. Click here to view the menu, but it is subject to change. Brunch: $60; Sunday, 10:30 am – 2 pm; Dinner: 5-8:30 pm; 10100 Constellation Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 310.279.4180
Drago Ristorante at the Petersen Automotive Museum’s Mother’s Day
Celebrate moms with a special four-course Mother’s Day menu including Kale Salad with oranges, pomegranate, avocado, almond, focaccia croutons, yellow beets, and dry ricotta; Burrata with prosciutto, tomato, basil cream, and olive crostini; Sweet Potato Gnocchi with lobster ragu; Risotto Fiori di Zucca with butternut squash, zucchini flower, and roasted hazelnut; Pollo in Crosta di Tartufo with truffle crusted breast of Jidori chicken, roasted vegetables and truffle sauce; Branzino with Sardinian couscous, clams, tomato and celery root; and Meyer Lemon Lavender Crème Brulée or Frutta di Bosco con Zabaione Freddo with Prosecco-Passion Fruit Sabayon with Fresh Berries. $65; Sunday, 10 am-6 pm; Petersen Automotive Museum, 6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90036; 323.800.2244
Mother’s Day at Little Dom’s
Pastry Chef Ann Kirk is offering pastry baskets with special, house-baked treats for moms. The baskets will be sold at Little Dom’s Deli, and each one will include: Breton butter bake (Similar to kouign-amann with a side of house made strawberry jam), gluten-free coconut jam scone with a raspberry jam center, olive oil bundt cake, sugar cookies and a vanilla cream muffin with cinnamon sugar. Sunday; 2128 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.661.0055
Laurel Point‘s Mother’s Day
The restaurant will be offering a special menu for mothers to enjoy on the holiday. Featured dishes include the Market Vegetable Frittata with shiitake, red bell peppers, spinach, gruyère, tomatoes, and chili verde; Lobster Toast with celery, red onion, crispy prosciutto, frisée, lemon and brioche bread; and Steak Frites with prime rib cap and umami butter. Sunday; 12050 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604; 818.769.6336
Boneyard Bistro‘s Mother’s Day
Enjoy sweet and savory specials on the eclectic bistro menu. Executive Chef Erica Abell that are made with mom in mind, including Cinnamon & Sugar Popovers with hot chocolate drizzle and chantilly cream; Poke with avocado, mango, onion, wakame, and sesame, with taro & lotus chips; Lump Crab Salad Sandwich with chives, chervil, bibb lettuce, tomato, bacon, croissant, and a mixed green salad; and Strawberry & Mascarpone Tartlets with a mojito glaze. Sunday; 13539 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Katsuya’s Mother’s Day
Each location will have different specials for the holiday. The Brentwood location special will include a Baked King Crab Hand Roll with all King crab meat; Mom’s Sushi Plate with an Oyster shooter, four piece assorted nigiri, two piece spicy tuna crispy rice, three piece yellowtail jalapeño; Miso Cod and Foie Gras Lettuce Cups with Bubu Arare, sweet pickled shallot, lemon miso; Sizzling Short Rib with wasabi demi glace, crispy potato; and complimentary mochi and berries for mothers and Champagne and Rose specials. The Glendale location will have a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11:30 am-3 pm. The menu will feature Green Tea Matcha Pancakes with mixed berries, topped with chocolate sauce; Sunny side Egg Sandwich with smoked bacon, arugula with shack sauce side salad; Mother’s Day Roll with smoked salmon, avocado, cucumber, topped with black tobiko; Kimchi Bop with bop bowl, rice, seasoned kimchi, bean sprouts, seaweed, topped with egg; Braised Short Rib Hash with braised short rib, hash browns, topped with 67 egg; Sashimi Mixed Green Salad with tuna and salmon, mixed greens and apple topped with roasted almonds, yuzu vinaigrette; and Kiwi Scallops with 6pcs scallops, on top of sliced kiwi raspberry vinaigrette.Katsuya Hollywood will greet all mothers with a glass of sparkling wine, while LA Live will do the same, in addition to a special dessert, made just for moms. Sunday
Mother’s Day at Pitchoun! Bakery
Pitchoun! has fresh new flavors like Violet Flower, Rose, Rosemary Apricot & Clementine that will be available at the bakery through the month of May. The bakery will also offer mom’s mimosas and brunch with a selection of dishes like the Apple Rose Tart and the Savory Napoleon, layered with caramelized veggies, puff pastries, avocado and topped with an egg! The bakery will also be serving a Raspberry Saint Honoré, a heart-shaped dessert with caramelized raspberry macarons. Sunday; 545 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013; 213.689.3240
Clifton’s Republic‘s Mother’s Day
The oldest surviving cafeteria-style eatery in Los Angeles will be offering several a la carte specials for moms looking for an indulgent Mother’s Day meal. In addition to a wide variety of brunch, lunch, and dinner options, the Cafeteria will offer Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, King Crab Legs, Lobster Cocktail, Spicy Scottish Salmon Tacos, Mahi Mahi Fish Sandwich on a handmade Brioche buns with caper remoulade and a granny apple slaw; Salmon Poke served with Avocado Mousse, Pineapple & Mango Salsa; Prime Rib Plate served with a choice of two sides and Cornmeal Muffin; and Rose Garden Cupcakes from the Bakery as well as other, floral-inspired pastries. Sunday; 648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Baldoria‘s Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day Highlights include bottomless mimosas or rosé, brunch items like chicken and waffles, brunch slider, and pizza, along with sides like maple bacon, toast & jam, biscuits, eggs, smashed fingerlings, or arugula salad. Sunday; $30; Sunday, 11 am-2 pm; 243 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.947.3329
miro’s Mother’s Day
With the city skyscape as a backdrop, urban moms can spend Mother’s Day in DTLA at miro Restaurant with a specialty brunch. Chef Gavin Mills’ presents a unique brunch menu, which includes his award-winning Fried Chicken & Waffles, as well as Brioche Pain Perdu, Ricotta Pancakes, Italian Benedict, Market Omelet and more, all made with the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients. Also enjoy our Champagne Bar with your choice of freshly-squeezed orange, blood orange, grapefruit or cranberry juice. Sunday, 10 am-3 pm; 888 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017; 213.988.8880
Brack Shop Tavern‘s Mother’s Day
Mom can enjoy complimentary mimosa, in addition to Brack Shop Tavern’s brunch items. Sunday; 525 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.232.8657
Mother’s Day at The FLATS
Treat your mom to the Mother’s Day Cocktail by Bar Director Pete Capella. Say Hello to Your Mother for Me is made with Citrus Vodka, Giffard Peche de Vigne, fresh lemon juice, agave nectar, rose water, and brut rosé. Sunday; 8400 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; 310.909.549
Le Petit Paris‘ Mother’s Day Lunch
They will be offering a three-course, prix fixe lunch for Mother’s Day. Highlights from the menu include King Crab with celery and avocado and Pastis Flambéed Shrimp Linguini in a lobster cream sauce. A highlight for dessert includes the Chocolate Brioche topped with chocolate sauce and caramelized hazelnut. The restaurant’s regular dinner menu will be available from 5-10 pm. $55, $19/children 10 and under; Sunday, 10 am-3 pm; 418/420 South Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013; 213.217.4445
Mother’s Day at Eureka!
Bring your mom into the all-American restaurant and enjoy a meal alongside a $10 bottle of sparkling wine! Dishes include Shrimp Ceviche, Truffle Cheese Fries, Fresno Fig Burger, and NY Steak. Don’t worry, puppy moms count too. Sunday; locations here.
Wine and dine for Mother’s Day with a four course prix fixe menu including wine pairing(s). Highlights include a table side presentation of Halibut and Radishes in Beet Dashi paired with Sauvignon Blanc, Samillon – Chateau Haut Rian, Bordeaux, France 2014; Pork Belly with crushed butternut squash, baby bok choy, apple walnut salsa, and pork jus paired with Merlot – Au Bon Climat, Sonoma County, California 2013; Beef Cheek with carrot anise puree, carrot, squash, and shiitaki paired with Cabernet Sauvignon – Cameron Hughes, Lot 332, Napa Valley, California 2010. Dinner: $100, Saturday, 6-8 pm; Brunch: $75/non-members. $65/members. $30/kids non-members (3-12, under 3 eat free). $25/kids members, Sunday, 9 am, 11:30 am, 2 pm; 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Baltaire’s Mother’s Day Brunch
Enjoy fresh pastries (banana bread, croissants, and muffins), Eggs Benedict with housemade English muffins, French Toast with Mixed Berry Compote, and Baltaire’s signature Lobster Mac’N’Cheese. Guests will also get to indulge in an extravagant iced shellfish station with fresh oysters, shrimp, scallop ceviche, and king crab; as well as a carving station with USDA Prime Rib, Glazed Nueske Spiral Ham, and Leg of Lamb. Bloody Mary carts will roam the restaurant, as well as the full brunch cocktail list being available including the Lavender Gin Fizz and Mezcal Sour. To bring the meal to a sweet end, special dessert options include housemade cookies, Key Lime Pie, Lemon Meringue, Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, Apple Crumble, and Salted Caramel Tarts. $85, $45/children; Sunday, 10 am-3 pm; Reservations: here
Moms can kick off the evening with a welcome shot. Then the celebration continues with a three-course, prix fixe menu including a rainier cherry salad with golden beet, mint and market cherry; the Liberty Farms duck breast with cara cara orange, white asparagus, sorrel and a rhubarb-cherry glaze; and the cherries & cream dessert, topped with coconut gateau and luxardo compote served with white chocolate ice cream. You will also be treated to complimentary macarons and rose sorbet. Since this is mama’s night to indulge, STK Los Angeles will also offer the Mama’s Timeout cocktail, made with Grey Goose cherry noir, benedictine, lemon juice, simple syrup, Chandon sparking rose and an edible flower garnish, priced at $15. The party doesn’t stop there— all moms will receive a Chandon rose split to take home for the morning after. What better gift for the woman who always gets stuck taking care of the dog than the hair of the dog? $55; Saturday, 6 pm; 930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.659.3535
Napa Valley Grille’s Mother’s Day
Indulge in a three-course special menu with highlights including Soft Shell Crab, Braised Pork Chilaquiles with guajillo & ancho peppers, scrambled egg, sour cream, pico de gallo, queso fresco and Tiramisu. $45; Sunday, until 3 pm; 1100 Glendon Ave #100, Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.824.3322
Mother’s Day at TART
Chef Joshua Pebbles is offering a special Mother’s Day brunch menu at this West Hollywood hotspot, known for its outdoor cabana seating, adjacent pool and brunch favorites such as shrimp & grits, crab potato Benedict and punch bowls. Sunday; 115 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.556.2608
E.P. Restaurant‘s Mother’s Day
Moms can enjoy bottomless sparkling Chandon Rosè on the house during Sunday Brunch and dinner service. The restaurant’s new Sunday Brunch menu features more than 15 creative Southeast-Asian twists on brunch classics inspired by Executive Chef Louis Tikaram’s extensive travels across South East Asia including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Hong Kong. The modern and playful Asian-influenced menu includes the Brunch Bánh Mì, Nasi Goreng—an Indonesian-style fried rice—and Chengdu Churros with Szechuan Chocolate. Sunday, 11 am-3 pm; 603 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Mother’s Day Brunch at Ivory on Sunset
In addition to their weekend brunch menu, enjoy Berry Crepes with macerated berries, citrus zest, nutella, and crème fraiche whipped cream; Duck Confit Benedict with sautéed spinach and foie gras hollandaise; Belgian Waffles with brandy maple syrup, strawberries, and crème fraiche whipped cream; Fried Chicken & Waffle with brandy maple syrup; and Seared Salmon with crushed Fingerings and crème fraiche dill sauce. Sunday, 10:30 am-3 pm; 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.848.6000
The Church Key‘s Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day brunch highlights include Crab Crepes with grilled asparagus, and smoked tomato hollandaise; Peaches & Cream Pancakes with almonds and lemon verbena whipped cream; Eggs Benedict with Spanish chorizo, english muffin, and smoked tomato hollandaise. Mother’s Day dinner highlights include Bone-In New York Steak with raclette “scalloped” potatoes, rainbow baby carrots, and spring garlic chimichurri or order up the preset dinner for $39 which includes The “Stuffed” Avocado, Crispy Pork Belly, Ososky’s Potato Pierogies, Brussels Spout “Caesar” Salad, Tapioca Crusted Tai Snapper, “Beef & Broccoli,” Angus “Dagwood” Burger, Chimil’s Cheese Enchiladas, Brioche Donuts, and Blood Orange Panna Cotta. Sunday, brunch: 10 am-4 pm, dinner: 5 – 10 pm; 8730 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 424.249.3700
BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood
The Innovative Dining Group’s spot is offering a festive buffet to celebrate mom. BOA will offer a carving station for their signature 40 day dry aged New York Strip loin, alongside a selection of signature appetizers, raw seafood bar, eggs to order, taco bar, and dessert table and crepe station. $65; Sunday, 11 am-2 pm; 9200 Sunset Blvd #650, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.278.2050
Mother’s Day at Doheny Room
The West Hollywood hotspot will be offering a complimentary glass of Whispering Angel Rose to all moms for Mother’s Day Brunch. Sunday, 12-5 pm; 9077 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 424.777.0266
Mother’s Day at Gracias Madre
On Mother’s Day, all mothers will get a free Purista Margarita. Plus enjoy specials like Spring Empanadas made with English peas, potatoes, asparagus, chives, tomatillo sauce, and cashew crème and Fresh Raspberry Shortcake with Meyer lemon curd, sugar biscuit, rosemary, cashew whipped cream, and raspberry coulis. Sunday; 8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.978.2170
Mother’s Day Brunch at Herringbone Santa Monica
Celebrate your mom with their weekend brunch menu and added specials including Grilled Colorado Lamb “Lollipop Chops”, Blacken Seared Ahi, Pan Roasted Baja Halibut “Salad”, Prime Hangar Steak with grilled asparagus, and baby heirloom tomato salad; Grilled Baja Halibut with pineapple relish, frisée, fennel, radish, scallion, cilantro salad, red wine-soy essence, and Raineri olive oil, and Scallop Crudo with pineapple-mango curry, basil oil, Fresno chile and mango fruit with sea salt and toasted macadamia nut. Sunday, 10 am-2 pm; 1755 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, 310.971.4460
CAST Restaurant at Viceroy’s Mother’s Day
Enjoy salads like Organic Baby Kale, Chicken Salad, and Santa Monica Farmer’s Market Cobb Salad, along with specialities like Crab Eggs Benedict, Buttermilk Biscuits, Quinoa & Eggs, Whole Roasted Red Snapper, Roasted Leg of lamb, Creekstone Farms Bone-In Ribeye, Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, tartines, omelettes, pancakes, fruit tarts, key lime pie, Oreo cheesecake, and a selection of mini desserts and cookies. Every Mother will also receive a small complimentary box of Sugarfina Kisses. $75, $25/Children 5-12 years old, Children 5 and under are free; Sunday, 11 am – 3 pm; 1819 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.260.7511
Del Frisco’s Grille Santa Monica’s Mother’s Day
Celebrate weekend-long with dished like Crab Stuffed Lobster Tail with Roasted Red Pepper Cream paired perfectly with a ‘Mom’osa, a mix of crisp rose and fresh strawberries. The full lunch and brunch menu of upscale comfort foods will be available for mom’s to enjoy, complete with award-winning wines and house-made desserts like the signature Coconut Cream Pie and Six-Layer Lemon Cake. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-3pm; Del Frisco’s Grille Santa Monica, 1551 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
BOA Steakhouse in Santa Monica
They will present à la carte specials for the occasion, including: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with market berries, basil, and whipped cream; Two Eggs, Oscar Style with asparagus, Dungeness crab, and béarnaise; and 40-Day Dry-Aged Bone-In New York Steak. Sunday, 11 am-2 pm; 101 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.899.4466
HT Grill’s Mother’s Day
They are offering a buffet that includes Prime Rib, Spiral Ham, Peel N Eat Shrimp, Poached Salmon, Eggs, French Toast and a selection of desserts. $46, $15/children under 12; Sunday, 9 am-3 pm; 1701 S Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; 310.791.4849
Hostaria Piave‘s Mother’s Day
They are offering a three-course Venetian meal. Options include Poached Octopus, Veal tenderloin, Spinach & egg Tagiatelle, Soft Shell Crabs and more! Full menu here. $47; Sunday, 11 am-2:30 pm, 5-9 pm; 231 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; 310.374.1000
Sea Level at Shade Hotel’s Mother’s Day
Enjoy a variety of serving stations, including a special one for children. There will be a supervised kids craft table available to keep your little ones entertained, and a complimentary gift from Kendra Scott for Mom! $75, $25/children under 10; Sunday, 9 am-3 pm; 655 North Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; 310.921.8940
Mother’s Day at Michael’s On Naples
Celebrate mom with a very special Mother’s Day brunch at Michael’s On Naples. They are celebrating their matriarch with a three-course brunch plus a complimentary glass of Prosecco for the guest of honor. Chef Eric Samaniego has created a special three-course meal featuring an array of brunch selections, including Insalata Primavera with baby Romaine, spring vegetables, and a creamy Meyer lemon vinaigrette; Olandesina, Dutch baby pancake with cherries; Polpetta, braised meatball with tomato, sugo, and green lentils; Tortino All’Uovo, spring vegetable quiche and an arugula salad; Ippoglosso, halibut, fregola sarda, squash blossoms, and cherry tomatoes; Roasted chicken, creamy polenta, and mushrooms; Manzo, grilled hangar steak, crispy potatoes, and a fried egg; Risotto con Gamberi with carnaroli rice, prawns, zucchini, and lobster brodo; Torta di Ciocolato, Chocolate crepe cake, layered with cream; Home made strawberry gelato; and Crostata di Limone, Lemon meringue tart. $55; Sunday, 10:30 am-2 pm, 5 pm; 5620 E. 2nd St, Long Beach, CA; 562.439.7080
Chianina Celebrates Mother’s Day
Take mom to Chianina for a day of food, wine and love featuring a three-course prix-fixe brunch. Chianina will reopen at 5pm for its regular dinner service and will also feature a prix-fixe, three-course Mother’s Day dinner menu. Chef Bryant Taylor has created a mid-day menu including Cured Salmon with cucumber, onion and “everything” crumble; Silver Dollar Pancakes with marmalade with crème fraiche; Steak Tartare with ciabatta crostino, and crispy potato; Frittata with asparagus, braised cipollini onion, maitake mushroom, and hash browns; Lasagnetta with prime hangar steak, two eggs, russet fries, and Farmlot 59 greens; and a Berry Parfait with yogurt and house-made granola. $55; Sunday, 10:30 am-2:30 pm, and 5 pm; 5716 E. Second St, Long Beach, CA; 562.434.2333
THE RANCH Restaurant and Saloon’s Mother’s Day
Farm-to-table fare, impeccable service, and unbeatable ambiance, treat mom to THE RANCH Restaurant and Saloon this Mother’s Day. Beginning at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., THE RANCH is serving up a four-course brunch which includes Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee bomboloni, a Maryland Blue Crab Salad, Duck Confit Ravioli and much more. $85; Sunday; 1025 E. Ball Rd, Anaheim, CA 92805; 714.817.4200
Mother’s Day at House of Blues Anaheim
Mother’s Day Gospel Brunch at the brand new House of Blues Anaheim will allow you to indulge in an all-you-can-eat buffet while listening to gospel classics. Breakfast will include tender carving stations, southern specialties, lots of mouth-watering desserts, and much more. House of Blues will present each mom with flowers upon arrival to the venue. $45; Sunday; Anaheim GardenWalk, 400 Disney Way #337, Anaheim, CA 92802; 714.778.2583
Mother’s Day at Tangata at Bowers Museum
Curate an elegant outing at Bowers Museum at their award-winning restaurant Tangata. Sunday brunch features bottomless mimosas, confit Sonoma duck chilaquilles, and a vanilla pancake station. Then take mom on a stroll to view Bowers art exhibits like Gemstone Carvings: The Masterworks of Harold Van Pelt or California Bounty: Image and Identity. (Access to museum not included with brunch ticket purchase). $45.95, $19.95/children; Sunday, 10 am- pm; 2002 N. Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92706; 714) 550-0906
Mother’s Day at Nixon Library
Treat your mom to an executive brunch in the magnificent White House East Room at Nixon Library. Brunch will include a “Presidential Red Carpet Arrival”, along with dishes like Baja Cali Shrimp cocktail, Applewood smoked chicken apple sausage, chef carved tenderloin of beef, salmon medallions, cheese omelets, Belgian waffles, basmati rice, grilled Mediterranean vegetables and a sweets station. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne with your meal. Moms will also receive a red rose. $70, $25/children 10 and under; Sunday, check in: 9:30 am, brunch: 10 am; 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886; 714.364.1161
Mother’s Day at Spring Tea Garden
This Mother’s Day spoil your mom at Spring Tea Garden with a one-of-a-kind tea experience. With a generous selection of vintage tea party hats to choose from for those ready to relish in the classy affair, Spring Tea Garden has an elegant yet cozy ambiance, three tiers of food that are far from lackluster, and a fine selection of over 20 teas. Sunday; 501 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92832; 714.447.0579
The Duke Hotel Newport Beach‘s Mother’s Day
The hotel and its signature restaurant, Citrus, are celebrating with hotel stay package and a brunch menu. Treat mom to a relaxing weekend getaway while enjoying a variety of tasty dishes, refreshments and bottomless mimosas on the holiday. The Mother’s Day Weekend Hotel Package will be offered for a three-night stay May 11-Sunday, May 14 and is priced at $350, with $139 per additional night. The hotel package includes: valet parking, welcome amenity for two people, Mother’s Day brunch at Citrus for two people, and a $50 gift card redeemable at The Spa Santé and Salon located at the hotel. The Mother’s Day Brunch will have a special brunch menu including a complimentary glass of Champagne or mimosa and food stations including Raspberry and Lemon Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast, Bacon, Breakfast Sausage, Home Fried Potatoes, Tuscan Vegetable Egg Frittata; a Butcher Board with Cured Meats, California Cheeses, Marinated Olives, Hummus, Pesto, Roasted Peppers and Artisan Breads; Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad; Smoked Seafood; Prawns; Oysters; Crab Claws; New Zealand Mussels with Gazpacho Relish; Seafood Poke with ahi, shrimp, salmon, seaweed sesame, soy, scallions, Kukui nuts, chile and cilantro; Penne Pasta with spicy Italian sausage, basil, pear, onions and San Marzano tomato sauce; Wild Mushroom Gnocchi with pecorino, morels and truffle oil; Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs with Parmesan herb risotto and citrus gremolata; Chicken Saltimbocca with lemon-thyme butter sauce; Asian Barbecued Red Snapper with Bok Choy, Steamed Rice and Garlic Soy Sauce; Roast Breast of Turkey with Orange-Cherry Compote and Pomeray Garlic Aioli; Roasted Rib-Eye with Horseradish, Shallot-Mustard Sauce, Onion Marmalade, Mini Pretzel and Brioche Rolls; and desserts including Tarts, Cupcakes, Pastries, Assorted Mousse Cups Spring Truffles and Caramel Confections, Lemon Panna Cotta, Individual Spring Baby Carrot Cakes in Mason Jars, French Macarons, Milk Chocolate and Orange Parfaits, Chocolate Truffle Pops, Strawberry Shortcakes, Pink Champagne Gelée with Fresh Berries. $59; Sunday, 10 am-2 pm; 4500 MacArthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Burke Williams Offers Mother’s Day Gift Card Packages Featuring All-New Pedicure
Burke Williams has three special Gift Card Packages (“Relax,” “Escape,” and “For Two”) to celebrate Mother’s Day and pamper the women in your life. Each package includes the all-new Passion Fruit and Agave Pedicure, a nourishing pedicure that’s paired with a selection of Burke Williams signature services. Moms will “Relax” with her choice of a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage -or- Spa Style facial starting at just $149 ($189 value or higher). “Escape” with a Passion Fruit and Agave Pedicure, a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage -and- a 50-minute Spa Style facial all starting at $249 ($308 value or higher). “For Two: A Special Mother / Daughter Experience” welcomes mothers and daughters to share in a relaxing experience and enjoy the nourishing Passion Fruit and Agave Pedicure with their choice of a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage -or- a 50-minute Spa Style facial for just $299 ($378 value). Through May 14.
Mr. C Beverly Hills’ Spa
They have a Mom’s Overnight Package which includes rose petals on the bed upon arrival and a $100 spa credit, or choose The Spring Bouquet for Mom Full Package ($275), which includes: a Spring Breeze Massage (Swedish Massage using Mr. C Spa & Beauty’s fresh, house made Vanilla Bean, Orange Blossom, and Neroli massage oil); Lavender Love Body Scrub; Prosecco & Lavender Pedicure. You can also purchase services a la carte. Mr. C Spa & Beauty is also able to accommodate expecting mothers at no additional charge with Lavender Lemonade while enjoying a pedicure and foot scrub and a customized prenatal massage. Massage oil and foot and body scrubs for the mother to be are created in-house using only fresh blossoms and are essential oil free to ensure comfort and safety of mother and baby. Through Sunday; 1224 Beverwil Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Mother’s Day Package at Hotel Irvine
Book a weekend getaway that includes a little extra R&R just for mom. This package includes: two adult tickets to Mother’s Day Brunch in The Backyard on Sunday; $200 gift card for Fashion Island® or Irvine Spectrum Center® for the ultimate retail therapy; and complimentary valet parking, so she doesn’t have to lift a thing ($499+ for two nights; May 12-14). Or, book a one-night Mother’s Day Brunch stay that includes Mother’s Day Brunch in The Backyard and a $30 credit to use at EATS Kitchen & Bar during the stay. ($239+ per night, May 12-14). Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92614; 866.396.4201
