Apr 28 2010
Guide to Mother’s Day Dining
Whether your looking for a champagne brunch or a multi-course dinner to share with Mom, NYC restaurants are rolling out some great menus and deals. Many restaurants are offering complimentary mimosas, Bloody Marys, and champagne for Mom. So get on the horn early ’cause May 9th will be here before ya know it.
10 Downing Food & Wine: 10 Downing’s dinner menu features a complimentary glass of prosecco, bellini, or mimosa for all Mom’s. (212-255-0300)
5 Ninth: Soft shell crab, oysters, whole lobster, filet of beef, chocolate soufflé, strawberry shortcake. Free champagne for Mom. (212-929-9460)
Agozar!: Brunch includes a complimentary glass of mimosa or Bloody Mary...and not just for Mom. (212-677-6773)
Agua Dulce: This Hell’s Kitchen pan-Latin is offering a $35 three-course brunch for the holiday featuring dishes like salmon citrus ceviche. Everyone receives a complimentary glass of champagne (11 AM–5 PM; 212-262-1299)
Aleo: Mom’s entree is free with the purchase of entree of equal or higher value. Purchase any drink, Mom gets her drink free. (212-691-8136)
Aquavit: Offering the Scandinavian smorgasbord brunch for $60 that we hear comes with a free glass of champagne (not just for Mom, either) and also offering a special Mother’s Day menu for dinner. (212-307-7311)
At Vermilion: This Midtown East Nuevo Latino–Indian import from Chicago is going all out for the holiday with a six-course, six country, two continent Mother’s Day meal for $55 per adult ($90 with wine pairing). All mothers will be treated to one of At Vermilion’s signature “herb & spice” Champagne fizzes, choice of blueberry cardamom, jalapeno cilantro orprickly-pear ginger (brunch noon–3 PM, dinner 5–10 PM; $55 per person, $105 with wine pairings; 212-871-6600).
Atlantic Grill: On Sunday honor your mother at Atlantic Grill & receive a complimentary cocktail with brunch entree. Here’s the Mother’s Day menu. (212-988-9200)
Aureole: Offering a three-course prix fixe for mom that includes a diver sea scallop “sandwich” with seared foie gras, sugar snap peas, passion fruit and chives; Alaskan halibut with spring vegetables; and desserts like a dark-and-stormy sundae. Also, all Mom’s will receive a special gift – last year it was a complimentary glass of champagne (noon–8 PM; $95 per person; 212-319-1660)
Bar Blanc Bistro: Offering a special 3-Course Menu. Lunch,11:30-5 pm, $35. Dinner, 5-10 pm, $45. A Complimentary Cocktail for Mom (212-255-2330)
Beacon: Pamper Mom w/ a 3-course celebratory brunch, including a complimentary mimosa & family portrait. (10:30am-2:30pm; $44/adult; $22/child under 10; 212-332-0500).
Black Duck: 3 courses with complimentary cocktail. $37 per adult, $25 per child under 12, free for 5 and under (212-204-5420)
Blue Hill at Stone Barns: Special Mother’s Day Celebration Menu offered all day from 11:30 am until 9 pm. Five course menu for $115 per guest (914-366-9600; reserve here)
Bocca Restaurant: Have brunch at this Gramercy Italian where Mom’s meal is on the house. Offering a 4-course prix-fixe menu ($55/person), as well as its regular menu (12-10pm; 212-387-1200)
Boqueria: Offering a complimentary dessert and cava pairing with Mother’s Day brunch (both Flatiron and Soho locations; 212-255-4160, Flatiron; 212-343-4255, Soho)
Bottino: Enjoy a Mother’s Day 3-course brunch in or overlooking the garden, with a complimentary bellini or Bloody Mary for $30/person or dinner for $45/person (212-206-6766)
Bouley: Serving a 6-course tasting menu with choices on Mother’s Day (11:30am-11:30pm; $95 per person; 212-964-2525)
Braai: At this theater district South African restaurant, Mom gets a complimentary brunch entree & a glass of sparkling rosé at brunch. For dinner, offering a 3-course prix-fixe with complimentary bottle of wine($59/adult). (212-315-3315)
Braeburn: Sunday brunch 11am-3pm & dinner 5-9pm. In addition to the regular menu, Braeburn is offering a 3-course menu during dinner ($40). Mom will receive a special gift (and it’s not the check). (212-255-0696)
Brasserie: Offering a special 3-course prix-fixe menu for $39.50 per person.
Broadway East: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a $25 prix-fixe brunch menu with unlimited champagne cocktails for Mom. (212-228-3100)
Café Boulud: Offering continuous service 12-9pm with a 3-course spring menu and a la carte selections. (212-772-2600; $75/adult; $45/child under 12 years)
Caffe Grazie: Celebrate Mother’s Day in a beautiful UES townhouse. Brunch includes 2 courses & a complimentary mimosa or Bloody Mary (212-717-4407; $38 per person)
Cesca: Offering a 3 course prix fixe Mother’s Day Brunch,$29/person which includes a Bellini or choice of juice. (212-787-6300; reserve here)
Cru: Offering a 4-course meal dinner with choices including a glass of champagne. (212-529-1700)
Darbar: Sat & Sun 11:30am-4pm, treat Mom to a special brunch ($14.95), including unlimited mimosa, Bloody Mary, or screwdriver, plus buffet. Also, a free glass of wine for mom during dinner.
db Bistro moderne: Offering an a la carte brunch / lunch menu 11am-3pm. Beginning at 5pm, offering a 3-course dinner menu ($75/person). Mom gets a complimentary copy of the book “Cooking With Daniel Boulud.”(212-391-2400)
Dovetail: Offering a three-course brunch for $35 per person as well as a $65 three-course dinner option (212-362-3800)
Dylan Prime: A la carte menu with chef’s special items. No corkage fee for Mother’s Day! (212-334-4783)
Hotel Griffou: Offering a prix-fixe brunch with complimentary order of sticky buns, and at dinner all Moms receive a free cocktail (212-358-0228)
ilili: Offering a $55 3 course prix fixe menu with brunch cocktail included; $12 for children under 10. Gift bag with lots of goodies for Mom. (212-683-2929)
Industria Argentina: Tango Brunch, 3 course prix fixe, complimentary glass of Rose, $30 per person. (212-965-8560)
Inside Park at St. Bart’s: Step inside St. Bartholomew’s church for a Polynesian feast complete with whole roast suckling pig, banana leaf and lemongrass-roasted mahi mahi, along with tropical drinks and leis galore (11 AM–3 PM; $39 per person; moms get a free drink from the tiki bar; $22 per child; 212-593-3333).
JoeDoe: Offering a slew of special brunch dishes (like the $13 “Momma D’s egg salad” on toasted rye with bacon and salsa) as well as a $35 garden tasting menu for dinner that includes dishes like corn custard with bacon and lobster, cold fried chicken and a seasonal shortcake. Lets just hope that Joe Dobias treats your Mom nicer than he does food bloggers. (212-780-0262).
Jo’s: Mom’s receive a complimentary mimosa at brunch & a glass of champagne at dinner. We will feature specials in addition to our regular menus. (212-966-9640)
Kellari Parea: Offering a complimentary glass of champagne for the table and a 3 course prix fixe $29.95 /person. (212-777-8448)
Kittichai: Special Mother’s Day 3-course prix-fixe brunch menu with unlimited mimosas and bloody marys ($35) 12-3pm. Their regular Thai brunch ($20) with unlimited cocktails will also be offered. A special prix-fixe for dinner ($45) 5:30pm – 11pm. A la carte menus available. Patio dining, weather permitting. (212-219-2000)
L’Absinthe: This tried-and-true French bistro is serving up a three-course menu for $58 that includes a quail and foie gras pâté croûte, an omelette with fresh morels, asparagus and swiss cheese, duck leg confit and a dessert trolley (11:30 AM–9:30 PM; 212-794-4950)
Le Colonial: Three course prix fixe Mother’s Day menu, $50/person including a Champagne Cocktail. (212-752-0808)
Macelleria: Prix fixe brunch $29/person. Dinner $49/person. A glass of prosecco for Mom. (212-741-2555)
Marea: Serving their new brunch from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Mom’s enjoy a Complimentary Glass of Prosecco (212-582-5100)
One if by Land, Two if by Sea: Offering a 3-course dinner ($65/person; $30/child under 12). Live piano.
Pera Mediterranean Brasserie: Brunch menu offered 11am-3pm, a la carte or $17 prix-fixe including cocktail. Dinner menu, including Chef’s Whole Spring Lamb Roast, served 3pm-9pm (212-878-6301)
Petrossian: Offering a $45 prix fixe Brunch, including a complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary (11:30 – 3:30; 212-245-2214)
Riingo: Offering Mother’s Day Brunch: $19 per Person for Choice of Entree, Bloody Mary, Juice Coffee or Tea (212-867-4200)
Rock Center Cafe: Offering a lovely al fresco prix fix 3-course brunch ($40/person) & a special 3-course dinner ($55/person) with a free prosecco cocktail for Mom!
Rosa Mexicano: In celebration of Mom, we are offering special Mother’s Day Brunch menu additions & as a Rosa Mother’s Day tradition each Mother will receive a special gift to take home
Scarpetta: In honor of Mother’s Day and Scarpetta’s 2anniversary, they’re offering a four course prix-fixe menu, including wine pairings for $50 (May 9 – May 13; 212-691-0555)
Smorgas Chef: Offering a Scandinavian 3-course brunch ($35). Menu choices include lobster bisque, steak & eggs, & waffles. incl. one brunch cocktail (3 locations)
SushiSamba: Offering mothers à la carte brunch specials from 11:30 AM–4 PM, and all moms will get bag of candies and a $10 gift card. (West Village, 212-691-7885; Flatiron, 212-475-9377).
The Garden Café Restaurant at the Kitano Hotel: Offering a Mother’s Day brunch from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year, the restaurant has extended an invitation to all Moms to dine complimentary with their families. The unique offer is available to groups of four or more. The cost of the buffet is $40 per adult and $20 for children under 12 years of age and excludes taxes and gratuities (212-885-7123)
The Oak Room at the Plaza Hotel: Offering a three course brunch menu with either a glass of sparkling wine or a mimosa for $85 (11 AM–3:30PM; 212-758-7777)
Uncle Jack’s Steakhouse: All Mother’s receive a $25 complimentary gift card on Mother’s Day (2 NYC locations).


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I heard that there is a great wine dinner with a wine maker at VERO Midtown Wine Bar. Shinas Estate wines. Mothers Day evening.
Great guide! Found another nice thing for Mother’s Day at http://wfp.org/mothers, where you can send a card for Mother’s Day that really matters.
Another wonderful option is the Houndstooth Pub Mothers Day brunch and Jazz. Will Donato will by flying from Miami for this afternoon performance. Reserve space by calling 212.643.0034