Mother’s Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Manchester

MANCHESTER, NJ — If you haven’t already, don’t wait: time is running out to make reservations if you plan to celebrate Mom with brunch at her favorite Manchester area restaurant on Mother’s Day, which falls on Sunday, May 14, this year.

Local restaurants in and near Manchester are ready to welcome families and moms for a special meal out. Here are some options:

• Aqua Blu, 3410 Route 37, Toms River. 732-270-1180
• Beacon 70, 799 Route 70, Brick. 848-232-4235
• B2 Bistro and Bar, 1250 Hooper Ave., Toms River. 732-797-2570
• Charlie's of Bay Head, 72 Bridge Ave., Bay Head. (732) 295-1110
• Cornerstone Kitchen & Tap, 21 S Hope Chapel Road, Jackson. 732-994-5286
• Half Moon Point, 2154 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant. 732-475-6535
• Meemom's, 56 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick. 856-473-3733
• PJ's Place, 303 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights. 732-504-8311
• PJ Sweeney's, 447 Brick Blvd., Brick. 732-202-6414
• Shut Up & Eat!, 804 Main St., Toms River. 732-349-4544
• The Ark Pub & Eatery, 401 Route 35, Point Pleasant Beach. 732-295-1122
• The Grenville, 345 Main Ave., Bay Head. 732-892-3100
• The Heritage Family Restaurant, 108 Lacey Road, Whiting. 732-350-9700
• Turning Point, 505 Route 70, Brick. 732-903-6073 Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave., Toms River. 732-508-0070, and at The Orchards at Dover, 1311 Route 37, Toms River. 732-314-4840
• Windward Tavern, 292 Princeton Ave., Brick. 732-892-9463

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 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.

Bonefish Grill is offering a limited-time spring menu with seasonal favorites. Be aware that some are available for dine-in only, while other orders can be picked up at the curb.

Bahama Breeze, Ocean County Mall, Toms River. 732-736-7012

Carrabba's is celebrating Mother's Day with a selection of Trio entrées with a variety of flavors and cocktails from Tuesday, May 9 through Sunday, May 14. Make sure to save room for dessert and treat mom to Carrabba’s classic Tiramisu.