5 Brunch Spots In Winnetka Mom Will Love

WINNETKA, IL — 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.

Here are a few options for brunch, lunch and dinner around Winnetka for Mother’s Day, which falls on May 11 this year:

• Avli - 566 Chestnut Street, Winnetka
• 501 Local - 501 Chestnut St, Winnetka
• The Hampton Social- 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie
• North Shore Bistro - 250 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook
• Bar Siena - 4905 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie

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.