Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Edison, Metuchen

EDISON, NJ — 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 the Edison-Metuchen area as the nation approaches the most normal celebration of moms since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Local restaurants have taken a financial hit during the pandemic and could use the business, this Mother's Day. Here are some area restaurants taking reservations for Mother's Day according to OpenTable:

• Metuchen Inn, 424 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen
• Nauti Cajun Crab, 7 New St, Metuchen
• Havana Central, 55 Parsonage Rd, Edison
• Casa Giuseppe, 487 NJ-27, Iselin
• Aoi Japanese Restaurant & Bar, 120 S Wood Ave, Iselin

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

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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 YOUR PATCH TOWN are participating and to inquire about any COVID-19 restrictions or 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.

Bonefish Grill is open for dine-in and carryout meals on Mother’s Day. Its “Family Bundles” meals include salad, fresh bread and pesto, and house-baked cookies

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.

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