Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner In CA: 2023 Restaurant Guide

CALIFORNIA — It's time to spoil Mom! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 14.

Patch has compiled our annual Mom's Day dining guide to California restaurants — with entries for all tastes and budget.

Peruse the list to see what appeals, and get going on reservations.

Need visual inspiration? See the photo slideshow at the top of this post.

And to all mothers, grandmas, stepmoms, foster moms and aunties, too, Happy Mother's Day from Patch!

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ACAPULCO RESTAURANT & CANTINA: Celebrate Mother's Day, May 14, with all-you-can-eat brunch 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy ham & tri-tip carving station, Mexican favorites, made-to-order omelettes, soups, salads, desserts & unlimited champagne. $36/adults & $12/kids. Reservations. Sites here in California.

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BAR LOUIE: Gift-card promo alert for Mother's Day! For every $25 spent on eatery gift card, receive $5 bonus. Or purchase $100 gift card & receive additional $10 bonus. Locales here.

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BOA STEAKHOUSE: If Mom deserves spoiling, a brunch buffet is planned with breakfast classics, seafood bar, turf carving station, signature dishes, plus floral cocktails & mimosas. $105 per person. Offered Sunday, May 14 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Details/reservations. Locales here.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Mama Mia! Mother's Day weekend takeout packages offered for pick-up or delivery May 12-14. To-go special, serving five ($65) or 10 ($110), includes bread and choice of salad & pasta, plus dessert. Another version ($75 for five or $130 for 10) includes same, but with added entree. See here for details & order links. On-site dining also available. Location finder here.

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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Show Mama the love with a heart-shaped crispy thin crust pizza — a Mother's Day dine-in-only special May 14. Or take advantage of new seasonal menu featuring such dishes as California Fields Salad with watermelon & strawberries, Dynamite Shrimp tossed in sweet & spicy sriracha sauce & strawberry shortcake. Info. Locations statewide.

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CATTLEMENS STEAKHOUSE: Hours extended for Mother's Day weekend: Saturday, May 13 from 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. & Sunday, May 14 from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. at the eatery renown for its ribs, steaks, prime rib, all-you-can-eat salad & signature desserts. Reservations/order links. Delivery & takeout available, too. Locations statewide.

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CHEVYS FRESH MEX: Special four-course, prix-fixe menu ($34) added for Mother's Day, along with regular weekend brunch. Options include bottomless mimosas & Bloody Marys; fruit; choice of chilaquiles, steak a la diabla & eggs, omelettes, huevos rancheros or churro pancakes; plus dessert. Info/reservations. See locales in California.

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CHILI'S GRILL & BAR: Treat Mom to a $6 "1800 Stay-Cay Rita" — May margarita of month & "island getaway in a glass." Made with 1800 Reposado Tequila, Chili’s fresh sour, coconut syrup, pineapple juice & grenadine. Available all month. Fajitas, chicken crispers, Big Mouth Burgers & more on expansive menu for true Mother’s Day feast. Website. Locales statewide.

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CLAIM JUMPER STEAKHOUSE & BAR: Mother’s Day brunch buffet is back May 14, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., with carving station, omelet bar, breakfast classics, pastas, pizzas, desserts & more. $45 for adults & $19.50 for 12 and under. Plus, bottomless mimosas for $17 until 3 p.m. Details/reservations. Available at all sites except San Diego Harbor & Costa Mesa. Locations listed here.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Have a BBQ-lovin' mama? Make her proud & enter "Best Motherly Advice" contest for chance to win $150 Dickey's gift card. Share her words of wisdom here through May 14. Winner notified May 15. And don’t forget: kids eat free Sundays with $10 minimum purchase — and Mother's Day is on a Sunday. Contest details here. Locations statewide.

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EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD: Dazzle Mom with prix-fixe, three-course brunch, served Mother’s Day 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Adults $52/children $16.) Entree selections: lobster quiche Florentine; avocado & jumbo lump crab on brioche toast; or steak & eggs with potatoes au gratin & red-eye gravy. Dinner menu offered all day. Live music begins 4 p.m. Reservations here. Locations statewide.

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EL POLLO LOCO: Mother’s Day deal for Loco Rewards members: Score 12-piece Leg & Thigh Family Meal for $25. Offer will be sent to member accounts & redeemable May 10-16 in-store, via app & online. Also, eGift Card promotion May 10-14: Purchase $50 eGift card & receive free, eight-piece Leg & Thigh sent as coupon code. Details here. Eateries throughout California

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EL TORITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Celebrate Mother's Day with all-you-can-eat brunch served May 14 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy tri-tip & ham carving station, Mexican favorites, made-to-order omelettes, soups, salads, desserts, unlimited champagne & more. $36 adults & $12 for kids. (Marina Del Rey location excluded.) Reservations. See sites statewide.
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FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR: Luxe, three-course menu will be served Saturday & Sunday, May 13-14, starting at $85, with filet mignon & choice of crab-stuffed shrimp or lobster tail scampi. Locations open 11 a.m. both days, plus dinner & children’s menus also available. Takeout offered, too. And special sip for Mom: a "Scarlet Clover" cocktail, with Gray Whale Gin, Fino Sherry, lemon juice & strawberry ($16). Info/bookings. See sites statewide.

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GELSON'S MARKETS: Take stress of cooking off Mom’s plate with ready-to-heat meals for Mother’s Day. Among offerings are to-go brunch favorites (such as salmon, crab cake or quiche options with pixie tangerine salad, fruit, baguette & Pie Hole Nutella chocolate pastry bites), cheese & charcuterie boxes, shrimp platters, Angus beef, flowers, hand-dipped, chocolate-covered strawberries & candy assortments. Online orders due May 12 for May 13-14 pick-up. Order links here. Locations throughout Southern California.

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KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN: Through May 14, families will receive free 12-piece KFC Nuggets & downloadable Mother’s Day card with online purchase of KFC Nuggets of Appreciation meal. Meal includes chicken or tenders, sides, biscuits & dipping sauces. Order via KFC mobile app or kfc.com. Card, available in both English & Spanish, will be emailed to customers' email address provided when ordering. Details. Stores statewide.

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KRISPY KREME: For mamas with a sweet tooth: A 16-count box of "Minis for Mom" doughnuts is available at participating shops for in-store pick-up or delivery through May 14. Among selections: Chocolate Iced Rose Doughnut; Mini Strawberry Iced Heart; Mini Cookies & Kreme; plus four Original Glazed doughnuts.And May 12-13, get $0 delivery fee for any orders placed online or via app. Details. Find shops in California

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LB STEAK: Celebratory specials to toast your multi-tasking maven—Mom! — added to May 14 brunch (10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) & dinner (3 p.m. - 8 p.m.). Brunch upgrades: lobster Benedict & Westholme Wagyu hash. Dinner specials: surf & turf combo or Wagyu trio, with three types of Wagyu beef, truffle fries & glass of Champagne. Info/reservations. See locales in San Jose & San Ramon.

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LEFT BANK BRASSERIE: Wine & dine Mama May 14 with four-course, prix-fixe feast (3 p.m. - 8 p.m. $92/person). Among dishes: spring garlic soup; crab & asparagus salad; beef fillet with potato gratin & bordelaise; scallops with pea shoots & brown butter; wild mushroom risotto; strawberry shortcake dessert. Crab Florentine Benedict to be added to brunch menu (10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.). Reservations here. Locations in Larkspur, Menlo Park, Santana Row in San Jose & Jack London Square in Oakland.

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MADEMOISELLE COLETTE: Swing by one of the French-influenced cafe/bakeries & pick up a sweet treat for Mother's Day. Options include lemon, raspberry & strawberry tarts, hazelnut or lemon cakes & Mille Feuille Puff Pastry with Tahiti vanilla mascarpone cream. Website/order info. Locales in Menlo Park, Palo Alto & Redwood City.

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MADRE: Lots happening for Mom! In honor of Mexico’s Mother’s Day, May 10, live music is planned 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. at Torrance & West Hollywood sites. For Mother’s Day weekend, Madre Torrance to host special four-course dinner & live music May 13-14 for 21+ crowd. (Info/bookings.) And Sunday, May 14: West Hollywood offers live music & brunch 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.; and in Torrance live music 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. with Mariachis & performance by Rosalie. Details. In Torrance & West Hollywood.

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MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: Bring on the opulence Mother's Day weekend — May 12-14 —with featured dinner of filet mignon, jumbo lump crab, spices & béarnaise sauce. Specialty cocktail, "Radiant Charm," also on menus —blend of vodka, Aperol, strawberry rose syrup, lime juice, prosecco & mint. Reservations. See locales statewide.

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MOUNTAIN MIKE'S PIZZA: Nothing says "I love you, Mom," like a heart-shaped pizza. Ordwr with her fave toppings. Available Mom's Day weekend, May 11-14, at the chain. Available in-store, online, via Mountain Rewards app & via third-party delivery. Website. Locations throughout California.

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NORMS: The legendary diner marks Día de las Madres & Mother’s Day with scratch-off tickets — where every mom is a winner! From May 10-14, diners receive scratcher cards with prizes including: chance to win $500 shopping spree; $200 NORMS certificate; $100 spa day gift card; or other restaurant freebies. Details. See sites throughout Southern California.

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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Mother's Day menu features filet & lobster, grilled shrimp on the barbie, prime rib, plus specialty cocktails & desserts, including the limited-time, guest favorite— the Peach Bellini. Info. Find restaurants statewide.

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P.F. CHANG'S: Book soon to enjoy Mother's Day special — four-course meal with appetizer, soup, entree & dessert, plus optional toast. To-go options also offered. Details/reservations. See restaurants statewide.

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POLLY'S PIES: California-founded bakery is taking Mom's Day orders for handmade pies — shipped frozen to bake at home. Buy one pie & get one 50% off using code mombogo through May 15. Flavors: apple, apple (no added sugar), cherry (no added sugar), peach, apricot, rhubarb, blueberry, boysenberry & cherry. Coffee, jams,& deep-dish quiches also offered. For free shipping deal through May 8: Use code FREESHIP on orders over $50. Info.

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RANDY'S DONUTS: MOM Donut alert! Get your Mother’s Day "MOM donuts" (Bavarian cream-filled with pink icing) May 10-14 at all locations. Store finder here for SoCal.

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RED LOBSTER: Limited-time coupon deal offered Mother's Day weekend. Diners from Friday, May 12 to Sunday, May 14 will receive bonus coupon for 10% off next meal between May 15-June 29. Coupons can be used for such seafood offerings as $20 Ultimate Endless Shrimp (5/8-5/28 for dine-in only) or Shrimp Trios & valid for dine-in or to-go with code LOBSTAR15. Details. See restaurants statewide.

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ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL: Restaurants open 11 a.m. Mother's Day serving Italian classics. Or for dining at home, there's "Feast for Five" ($30 & serves five), with entrée, Caesar salad, Rosemary Peasant Bread & chocolate chip cookies. Available for takeout or delivery. Go here for ordering links or reservations. Locations statewide.

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ROUND TABLE PIZZA: Show love to Mama with heart-shaped pizza through May 31. Any large pizza can be made in heart shape. Order online & choose "heart-shaped option" when selecting crust type. Availability may vary by site. Details. Location finder.

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RUBIO'S COASTAL GRILL: For fish taco-loving Mamas, gift cards are available with deal for Mother's Day: $5 bonus card received with every $25 gift card purchase. Valid through June 25, while supplies last & valid online & in-restaurant. Details. Locales statewide.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Mother' Day brunch and a three-course, prix-fixe dinner offered for the weekend, May 13-14. Brunch options include: filet & spicy crab; sea bass; burger, blackened chicken Caesar salad & more. Dinner selections: salads; lobster bisque; steak & shrimp; steak & lobster; fish; sides; & desserts. See here for info/reservations. Locations statewide.

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SEASONS 52: Dine on-site or celebrate at home! Mother’s Day brunch (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) features crab and cheddar quiche, Upright French Toast with applewood bacon and shrimp & grits. Dinner menu highlights apricot-glazed ham with sweet potato mash & maple-pecan streusel. "Green Box To Go" takeout serves four to six with three courses & choice of ham, salmon or beef tenderloin, plus salad, sides & dessert. Reservations & order details. See sites statewide.

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7-ELEVEN: On Mother's Day, 7Rewards members can score whole pizza for $5 from participating stores. Options include cheese, pepperoni or breakfast pizza. Website.
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STARTER BAKERY: From breakfast in bed, to brunch with scones & fruit salad, or Mother's Day picnic with sandwiches, mini-quiches, salads & cookies — check out this spot. Website/order info. Find at Farmers Markets in Castro Valley. Livermore, Oakland & San Ramon & 5804 College Ave., Oakland.

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TCBY: A sweet deal: Moms can receive up to six-ounces of free frozen yogurt all day May 14 in-store at participating locations. Website. Locations statewide .

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THE CAPITAL GRILLE: Moms are treated to a rose & such brunch specials as lobster frittata, blueberry bread, steak & eggs or — new this year — smoked salmon & caviar. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. A la carte dinner options available all day. Bookings here. In Costa Mesa & Los Angeles.

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THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY: For cheesecake-loving mothers ... purchase $50 gift card online & receive $10 bonus card. Redeemable May 15- June 7. Ordering info. Locations throughout California.

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THE PALM: Celebrate Mother’s Day all weekend with specials served May 12-14. Among menu highlights: filet mignon topped with lobster scampi ($69); & Ruby Fizz cocktail with strawberry and Prosecco. Reservations here. Locations in Beverly Hills & Downtown Los Angeles.

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TOUS LES JOURS: The French-Asian bakery cafe offers its Happy Mother’s Day dessert collection May 4-14. Among options: Pink Lady (strawberry cake & cream cheese icing), Berry Pistachio (pistachio sponge cake, strawberry buttercream & compote)& for coffee-loving moms, Chocolate Espresso (chocolate sponge cake & mocha buttercream). Ordering info. Find shops statewide.

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URBAN PLATES: Say, "Thanks, Mom," with sweet freebie at this chef-driven chain. The first 150 moms who dine in Mother’s Day receive complimentary, house-made chocolate dessert & the first 100 moms also get roses. Scratch-made lunches & dinners also include the “13 under $13” everyday value menu, with such dishes as Chili Glaze Grilled Tofu Bowl & Moroccan Chicken Braise. Website. Find locales statewide.

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FOR REGION-SPECIFIC DINING:

• Mother's Day Brunch, Dinner Guide: San Diego County
• Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Guide: Greater LA
• Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Guide: San Francisco Bay Area
• Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Guide: Orange County
• Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Guide: Inland Empire

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