Mother’s Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Metro Detroit

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

Local metro Detroit restaurants could use the business as they continue to face economic headwinds that began with the COVID-19 pandemic. Some restaurants may be closed so their employees can support their own mothers or be pampered by their children, but here are some options:

• Lelli's of Auburn Hills, Auburn Hills
• Tallulah Wine Bar and Bistro, Birmingham
• Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood, Bloomfield Hills
• Andiamo - Riverfront, Detroit
• London Chop House, Detroit
• Cantoro Trattoria, Plymouth
• D'Amato's Restaurant & Goodnite Gracie Martini Bar, Royal Oak
• Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Troy

If you’re looking for something else, check OpenTable for restaurants in your area taking reservations for Mother’s Day.

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 in metro Detroit 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.

Bob Evans is offering both eat-in and delivery options for brunch and dinner.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar opens early at 11 a.m. on both May 13-14 with its Mother’s Day 3-Course Menu featuring a hand-cut filet mignon and pairing of the diner’s choice.

Kona Grill offers a weekend brunch special with deals on mimosas and signature brunch dishes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, including Mother’s Day.

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.

Seasons 52 Fresh Grill | Wine Bar is offering Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is making its dinner menu available all day. It is also offering a Mother’s Day Green Box that serves six, but must be preordered.