Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch And Dinner: Reserve Now In San Mateo

SAN MATEO, CA — Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 8, is still a few weeks away, but if you plan to treat your mother to brunch or dinner out, reservations may fill up quickly in San Mateo as the nation approaches the most normal celebration of moms since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Local restaurants in San Mateo have taken a financial hit during the pandemic and could use the business. Some are closed so their employees can support their own mothers or be pampered by their children, but here are some options:

ARMADILLO WILLY'S: For BBQ-loving mamas who would love an at-home feast, family-style platters, serving four, can be pre-ordered. Options: Texas BBQ ribs ($56.99); Lone Star Chicken ($46.99); combo of ribs & chicken ($69.99); or The Belly Buster with ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork & sausage ($95.99). All include four cornbread muffins & two sides. Follow this link & download menu. Locations in Dublin, Los Altos, San Mateo, San Jose, Santa Clara & Sunnyvale.

SAJJ MEDITERRANEAN: Kids eat free Mother's Day weekend, Saturday & Sunday, May 7-8, with purchase of entree & drink. On the children's menu: chicken rice bowl, with protein choice & two toppings; cheese quesadilla; and mac & cheese. All kids' meals include organic juice box & snack. Website here. Locations in Cupertino, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Bruno, San Francisco, San Jose, San Mateo, San Ramon & Sunnyvale.

Related: Mother's Day Gift Guide 2022

SUSIECAKES: Bakeries are prepping variety of Mother's Day treats, including cupcakes, mini cupcakes topped with buttercream rosettes (24 hours notice needed) and Mother's Day cakes in vanilla, red velvet or carrot cake. Locations in Greenbrae, Lafayette, San Carlos, San Francisco, San Jose. Website & ordering details.

EL POLLO LOCO: Here's a Mom's Day deal: Purchase $50 e-gift card & a free eight-piece Family Meal, with chicken, two large sides, tortillas & salsa. Offer runs May 5-9, and can be redeemed via restaurant website or app. Location finder here.

DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Mother's Day falls on a Sunday, and ... kids, 12 and under, eat free on Sundays with minimum $10 purchase at participating locations. One kids' meal per check. The offer is for dine-in, delivery and carryout orders. Use code KEFOLO at online checkout. Not valid with other coupons, offers, discounts or promos. See website here. Location finder here.

Do note that some specials run all weekend, and others may require reservations or advance ordering. So don't delay!

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