Mother’s Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Evanston

EVANSTON, IL — If you haven’t already, don’t waste time making reservations if you plan to celebrate Mom with brunch at her favorite North Shore restaurant on Mother’s Day, which this year falls on Sunday, May 14.

Local restaurants in the Evanston area could use the business as they continue to face economic headwinds associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, historically high inflation and the increased cost of doing business.

Some restaurants may be closed so their employees can support their own mothers — or be pampered by their children — but here are some options for those looking for restaurants in and around Evanston with, as of the time of publication, availability for brunch or lunch on Mother's Day 2023:

• The Alcove, 1625 Maple Ave., Evanston
• Blind Faith Cafe, 525 Dempster St., Evanston
• Bluestone, 1932 Central St., Evanston
• Firehouse Grill, 750 Chicago Ave., Evanston
• Hokkaido Ramen and Sushi Bar, 812 Church St., Evanston
• Jilly's Cafe, 2614 Green Bay Road, Evanston
• Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge, 624 Davis St., Evanston
• Mas Salud, 720 Clark St., Evanston
• Ten Mile House, 1700 Central St., Evanston
• Thomas and Dutch, 703 Church St., Evanston
• Trattoria Demi, 1571 Sherman Ave., Evanston
• Zentli, 1813 Dempster St., Evanston
• Bar Siena, 4905 Old Orchard Ctr., Skokie
• Roka Akor, 4999 Old Orchard Ctr., Skokie
• Jameson's Charhouse, 9525 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
• L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge, 7110 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood
• Sophia Steak Wilmette, 1146 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette
• 501 Local, 501 Chestnut St., Winnetka
• Pomeroy, 844 Spruce St., Winnetka
• Spirit Elephant, 924 Green Bay Road, Winnetka

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Several chain restaurants and other eateries are open for Mother’s Day this year, and some are offering specials.

Below are a few options to get you started, featuring everything from casual to fine dining. As always, it’s advisable to call ahead to make sure the restaurants around Evanston are participating and check for any limitations.

Applebee’s is adding a $10 bonus card to the purchase of a $50 gift card for Mother’s Day and other special occasions, including graduations and Father’s Day.

The Capital Grille opens early for Mother’s Day brunch, with seating available starting at 10 a.m. Be sure to make a reservation. The restaurant included a “polite notice” on its reservations page stating that “to better deliver on our promise of a refined atmosphere, proper dress is required.” That excludes gym attire, sweatpants, tank tops, hats, clothing with offensive language or images, and exposed undergarments.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian steakhouse is offering a ready-to-reheat Mother’s Day Celebration Package that feeds six and features a choice of fire-roasted meats, sides and dessert. Meals should be ordered at least 24 hours in advance and are available for pickup or delivery all day May 10-13, and by 10:30 a.m. on May 14.

Morton’s, The Steakhouse is accepting reservations for Mother’s Day, and has concocted a special cocktail just for Mom.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is opening early both May 13-14 for brunch and also has a prix fixe menu for dinner.