Mother’s Day Events And Brunches in Long Beach

LONG BEACH, CA —Mother's Day is almost here, and it's time to show the mom in your life how much you care by making special plans ahead of schedule. Whether you call a restaurant directly or make a reservation online, sooner is better than later for the busiest brunch day of the year.

Smaller, more intimate restaurants' brunch reservations fill up quickly, and multiple chain options offer delicious food and excellent service. Many have reservations currently available on OpenTable.
Whether you indulge in gourmet dining on Mother's Day, send mom to relax at a spa, or plan a family outing to a creative workshop or a scenic outdoor adventure, plan ahead to ensure a fun and relaxing day for everyone.

In Long Beach we suggest the following brunch, lunch or dinner options for Mother’s Day, which falls on May 11 this year:

• 555 East — This steakhouse located at 555 East Ocean Blvd. boasts a menu built around around hand-cut, dry-aged steaks and an award-winning wine list.
• Parker's Lighthouse — Premium seafood, an award-winning wine list and views of Long Beach's harbor are available at Parker's Lighthouse, located at 435 Shoreline Village Dr.
• L'Opera — This Italian restaurant, located at 101 Pine Ave. has been serving award-winning modern Italian cuisine in Long Beach for more than 35 years. It's rated on Zagat as one of the top Italian restaurants in the country.
• El Barrio Cantina — Offering traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist, this is a go-to destination for a unique dining experience. El Barrio Cantina is located at 1731 E. Fourth St.
• Fuego at Hotel Maya — For a front-row seat to the Long Beach skyline paired with spiced chicken tacos, churros and avocado toast, visit Fuego at Hotel Maya. It is located at 700 Queensway Dr.
• Compound LB — The Compound offers a brunch buffet with mimosas and mocktails. It also features a live DJ set and a build-your-own bouquet station. It is located at 1395 Coronado Ave.

In Los Angeles County, consider these Mother's Day activities for mom and the whole family:

• Mother's Day Run — Run a 5k, 10k or a half-marathon honoring mothers in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 10.
• Ivy Station Night Market: Mother's Day Edition — This night market in Cukver City on May 9 is the perfect place for treating mom to a gift or just hanging out.
• Aqualillies Mother’s Day Splash & Tea — Enjoy a water ballet class and learn synchronized swimming at Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica on Sunday, May 11.
• MOMentum Place — This kid-friendly Mother's Day event in Topanga Canyon on Sunday, May 11 offers brunch, along with an afternoon of aerial, circus and dance performances.
• Brushes & Bubbly on the Queen Mary — A night of painting and some wine at the Queen Mary in Long Beach on Friday, May 9.

There's no substitute for a spa day at Long Beach Resplendant Day Spa. If they are sold out on Mother's Day, a gift card will go a long way.

Additionally, there is no shortage of casual restaurants, such as Applebee's, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, The Cheesecake Factory, Chili's, Lazy Dog, Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ, P.F. Chang's, and Texas Roadhouse, many of which offer brunch reservations on Mother's Day.

Many are taking call-ahead reservations, and some are offering specials. So happy Mother’s Day to you and your family, and don’t forget the flowers.