Why should Mother’s Day celebrations exclude the little ones? Discover a selection of restaurants offering exclusive menus and experiences for the whole family to enjoy. Photo: Chris Emeott
This has to rank right up there on the special occasion stress meter: It’s the eve or day of Mother’s Day. Frantic dialing or online booking attempts ensue, but, alas, there’s not a dining reservation to be had. Now what? Prepare a special meal at home? That’s always a great option, but if cooking isn’t in the cards (and you better have purchased a Mother’s Day card by then!), dining out can be the pièce de résistance of a day of celebration and, hopefully, relaxation.
Mother’s Day (May 11) is rapidly approaching—so now is the time to book reservations. Need ideas? From decadent buffets to special menus, local restaurants dial it up for one of the busiest brunch days of the year. Visit maplegrovemag.com for other area recommendations.
Seafood takes center stage at Minnetonka’s BLVD Kitchen & Bar’s Mother’s Day buffet spread. Start off at the seafood tower—complete with an ice sculpture—featuring crab legs, lobster rolls and oysters, oh my! For main options, consider Crab Cake Benedicts, Grilled Salmon and Lobster Mac and Cheese. There’s also classic brunch fare, including bacon, cheesy hashbrowns, eggs and assorted desserts. Kid-friendly items include plain mac and cheese, chicken tenders and French toast. Plus, moms get a complimentary Mimosa. blvdkitchen.com
Mothers are celebrated all weekend long at Brick & Bourbon, which is offering a Mother’s Day brunch special. Brunch, offered 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, includes unique takes on beloved items. Those with a sweet tooth will appreciate its Banana Brûlée French Toast (banana custard-soaked ciabatta, topped with a cereal oat crust and cooked in bourbon, brown sugar and banana caramel, topped with candied pecans) or the oversized cinnamon roll. Prefer to savor your meal? Look toward the Breakfast Mac & Cheese (Brick & Bourbon Mac, topped with MonAmore hash browns, scrambled eggs, bacon and cheese) or the Salmon Benny (smoked salmon rillette cakes served over pumpernickel rye toast, topped with poached eggs, Boursin hollandaise and capers, served with a side of MontAmore hash browns). brickandbourbon.com
Maple Grove’s newest eatery, Grackle, aims to please with its specialty-designed cocktails. This Mother’s Day, the family-owned and from-scratch restaurant will create cocktails specifically for mom—potentially featuring edible flowers from partner and Andover-based Fiddlehead Farm Microgreens. Don’t forget about its fabulous menu with offerings ranging from steaks, chops and seafood to pasta and bowls. gracklegrove.com
Hazelwood Food + Drink in Tonka Bay is zhuzhing up its classic brunch menu with a few extra things for mom and company. Crowd favorites like the Pull-Apart Monkey Bread with Pecan Praline Sauce and Prime Rib Hash with beef and poached eggs will still be in the mix. If you’re looking for extra oomph, there will also be jumbo crab cakes, specialty eggs Benedict and decadent Strawberries and Cream French Toast. Kids can select from breakfast items like pancakes and scrambled eggs, plus the usual crowd pleasers—burgers, chicken fingers and pizza. The venue will toast mothers with a complimentary Mimosa. Prices vary; hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com
Malones Bar & Grill is curating another chef-driven Mother’s Day menu that is to be served all day. The Mother’s Day menu, served alongside its regular menu, features two special entrees (chicken and fish), a seasonal appetizer, desserts and trendy drinks. Look toward Malone’s social media (@malonesmn on Instagram) for more information closer to the day. malonesbarandgrill.com
It’s all about the action at ninetwentyfive in Wayzata during its Mother’s Day brunch buffet. Dress up a waffle with an assortment of sweet accoutrements, including maple syrup, mixed berries, vanilla whipped cream and more, at the waffle station, or request the perfect portion of meat at the chef carving station. $70 for adults, $35 for kids under 12 and free for kids 5 years and younger; thehotellanding.com
With a name like Benedict’s, does it come as any surprise that eggs Benedict is a star on the menu at this Wayzata eatery? If one of the eight styles of Bennies isn’t your speed, consider a trio of Strawberry Nutella Pancakes or Avocado Toast served up on sourdough toast with a touch of radish and cilantro. For a celebratory sip, consider a Mimosa Flight, complete with freshly squeezed grapefruit, orange, pomegranate and white peach juices. Kid-approved selections include the Chocolate and Blueberry Pancakes as well as the Wagyu Cheeseburger. Prices vary; benedicts.com
Plymouth’s Original Pancake House (OPH) is keeping things sweet on Mother’s Day with a lineup of specials, including Carrot Cake, Key Lime Crêpes and waffles topped with bananas, Nutella and strawberries. Try the specialty Steak Breakfast Burrito or the crowd-pleasing Santa Fe Omelette. Kid’s favorites include the Chocolate Chip and Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. Brunch-goers can also expect a little extra space thanks to OPH’s recent remodel, but it is still recommended to join the online waiting list. Prices vary; ophmn.com
