Treat Mom right with a Mother's Day brunch.
While there's nothing like a home-cooked meal from Mom, it's never really the same when you try your hand in the kitchen. Spare everyone the embarrassment of burnt toast and runny eggs and take the family to one of these Mother's Day brunches. It may not be breakfast in bed, but at least it's edible.
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Shine
4 p.m.-10 p.m.; $24 per person
This Lincoln Park restaurant is offering Mom a three-course Chinese-fueled menu featuring ethnic treats like satay beef with peanut sauce, chicken pot stickers with sweet sesame soy, fried garlic prawns, sesame chicken with baby bok choy and chocolate tarts with espresso sauce for dessert. Mom can also choose from Shine's regular menu featuring classic Chinese dishes and a savory selection of sushi.
Sixteen
10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; $115 per adult, $25 for children under 8; call (312) 588-8030 for reservations
Mom can dine like a queen at this swank restaurant, located on the 16th floor of the Trump International Hotel & Tower. Executive chef Frank Brunacci will prepare elaborate brunch dishes including sushi, omelets, charcuterie, pastries and children's stations. Mom can choose from items like corn bisque with truffle, seared halibut with pea puree, ahi tuna nicoise and forest mushroom salad. There will also be on-site paraffin and hand massages throughout brunch and will have the chance to win a day of pampering at the hotel's spa. Sixteen will open for dinner on Mother's Day from 6-9:30 p.m.
May Street Market
10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; $45 per person; reservations required, call (312) 421-5547 or e-mail food@maystreetmarket.com
Executive Chef and Owner Alexander Cheswick will prepare a unique three-course brunch to celebrate Mom's special day. To start, the lady of honor can choose from beef Wellington ravioli, sangria salad and white asparagus soup. For the main course, Mom can have her pick of slow-roasted beef tenderloin, pan-seared Alaskan halibut and grilled zucchini frittatas. Dessert choices include warm chocolate fondant with lavender ice cream and strawberry shortcake with vanilla poached rhubarb and balsamic ice cream. The $12 kids prix-fixe menu features fresh fruit plates with yogurt, waffles with sliced bananas, cheddar cheese risotto with barbecue chicken and vanilla cupcakes (or toffee milkshakes) for dessert.
Sortie
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Join the recent Gold Coast addition as it kicks off its new Sunday brunch menu with a worldly Mother's Day brunch. Sortie will feature an eclectic spread of Turkish and American fare in the form of a $15 pre-fixe buffet, which includes a complimentary bloody mary or mimosa. Mothers will also receive a pink rose.
In Fine Spirits Lounge
1-4 p.m.; call (773) 334-9463 for reservations
Looking for an alternative to all those run-of-the-mill hotel brunches? Head over to this Andersonville lounge for a chic cocktail luncheon. Mom can nibble on figure-friendly salads like arugula with goat cheese, tuna confit with roasted potato and spring mix with beets, oranges and pea shoots. She can also choose from a selection of entrees like the roasted chicken tartine, pan-seared halibut or butter-poached chicken bowtie pasta. Specialty cocktails include the Godmother (vodka, armaretto), The White Lady (gin, Cointreau, egg white) and the Swedish Mary (aquavit, spicy bloody mary mix).
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; $79 per adult, $30 per child, children 6 and under eat free; call (312) 324 4000 for reservations
This indulgent champagne brunch in the Grand Ballroom will include a bevy of treats from executive chef Martial Noguier and executive pastry chef Suzanne Imaz. Highlights include homemade crepes and French bean salad with roasted hazelnuts, vine ripe tomatoes and creme fraiche. There will also be a number of buffet stations boasting favorites like homemade granola with yogurt, made-to-order Belgian waffles, poached Madagascar shrimp, oysters on the half shell and crab salad with cabbage coleslaw and lemon confit. The brunch will feature a special buffet station for the little ones, including mac n' cheese, pasta, hot dogs, mini burgers and chicken fingers.
David Burke's Primehouse
11 a.m.-3 p.m.; $48 for adults; $20 for kids 12 and under
David Burke's is pulling out all the stops this year for its family-style Mother's Day brunch. Breakfast highlights include Chef Jove's homemade strudel, mini bialies and lobster with scrambled eggs. If its lunch Mom is hankering for, she can pick from dishes like baked spinach and artichoke hearts, veal meatballs and chopped salad. For dessert, the restaurant will offer sweet selections like carrot cake, strawberry crisp and special "fortune" doughnuts (with hidden gifts and messages inside). For an extra $10, guests can indulge in all-you-can-drink champagne, mimosas, bloody marys and screwdrivers.
C-House
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
C-House, located downtown in the Affinia Hotel, will celebrate Mother's Day with a Brazilian-themed Bossa Nova brunch. Executive chef Seth Siegel-Gardner will treat Mom to plenty of festive dishes, along with traditional staples like French toast, buttermilk pancakes, eggs benedict and granola parfaits. There will also be a selection of sandwiches including the C-House whitefish burger with tartar sauce and the BOSSA burger with beef, cheddar and pastrami-smoked smoked. All moms will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a special treat from Executive Pastry Chef Toni Roberts.
Fulton's on the River
10 a.m.-6 p.m.; $42.95 for adults, $15.95 for kids ages 7-12; call (312) 822-0100 for reservations
If Mom is longing for a tranquil escape from the mess of her own kitchen, she'll find it at this relaxing riverside restaurant. Mom can kick back with a complimentary glass of champagne while she chooses from dishes like fresh-baked quiche, smoked salmon benedict and classic French toast. Fulton's also has something for the little ones with its menu of chicken tenders, penne pasta, mini pizzas and grilled PB&Js.
Zest
Noon-3 p.m.; $55 for adults, $20 for children ages 12 and under
Zest, located in the Intercontinental Hotel, will offer an impressive selection of brunch favorites in honor of Mom's special day. In addition to its traditional brunch items, Zest will also feature a seafood bar with fresh-shucked oysters, house-cured salmon and assorted sushi. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the carving table with roasted prime rib and mahi mahi, or choose from special entrees like glazed pork loin, spicy chicken and roasted duck.
NoMI
11:15 a.m.-3 p.m.; $110 for adults; $30 for kids ages 6-12; call (312) 239-4030 for reservations
Skip the runny eggs and dry toast this year and treat mom to NoMI's lavish park brunch. The restaurant will offer a bevy of hot and cold items highlighting treats from the ocean, the bakery, the garden, the deli and the griddle. Guests can also take advantage of the carving station and finish with a little something sweet from the pastry table.
Bistro 110
10:30 a.m.; call (312) 266-3110 for reservations
Bistro 110 will serve a mom-friendly menu, highlighting its signature French cuisine and complimentary mimosas for all moms. To start, guests can indulge in the restaurant's asparagus and mushroom au gratin, followed by beef carpaccio or sauteed skate wing served on a bed of French green beans. For dessert, Bistro 110 will offer an old fashioned lemon pudding cake with raspberries and whipped cream. Prices range from $5.95-$21.95.
The Pony
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Treat Mom to a traditional American brunch with The Pony's festive menu, featuring special items like bacon-brie quiche and French toast with berries. House favorites like chicken n' waffles, breakfast stacks and breakfast sliders will also be available, $7-$8.
Silver Cloud
10 a.m.-4 p.m. brunch; 5 p.m.-midnight dinner
Mom will love the classic comfort food at this 1940s-style Bucktown restaurant. She can choose from brunch dishes like cheese-baked eggs, smoked salmon benedict, blueberry pancakes or stuffed turkey sandwiches. For dinner, there's marinated pork chops, brie burgers or grandma's meatloaf. To make it even better, Mom's meal is on the house, leaving you more dough to splurge on a round of Silver Cloud's signature mimosas (including orange, pomegranate, mango, pineapple and papaya), $6.95 each.
Fiddlehead Cafe
$19
This Lincoln Square staple will offer a brunch buffet complete with house-smoked beef brisket, honey-baked ham, made-to-order omelets, waffles and a dessert bar. Reservations will not be accepted, but the restaurant claims that there's never more than a 15-minute wait.
Via Ventuno
4 p.m.-9 p.m.;$29
Executive Chef Jim Kilberg will present mom with a four-course tasting menu at this old Capone haunt. The recently opened restaurant will offer a choice of lobster ravioli, pan-roasted halibut, and filet mignon with sauteed morels, along with a selection of salads and desserts. Each mom will also receive a complimentary Mother's Day bouquet cocktail, made with Hendricks Gin, St. Germain liqueur, Peachcello and Prosecco ($10 for all non-moms). Kids can choose from a kid-focused menu, featuring spaghetti with meatballs, penne alfredo, chicken Parmesan and steak with fries.
Signature Room at the 95th
10 a.m.-7 p.m.; $65 for adults, $25 for children ages 4-12; call (312) 787-9596 for reservations
The Signature Room's Mother's Day buffet will feature plenty of hearty fare, including honey-glazed ham and slow-roasted strip loin. Mom can also choose from guilty breakfast favorites like blueberry or chocolate chip pancakes or she can keep it light with the restaurant's raw bar or its selection of gourmet salads. Whatever she chooses, she'll want to save room for a slice of layered carrot cake or the popular chocolate mousse cake.
Park 52
9 a.m.-7 p.m.; call (773) 241-5200 for reservations
Bring Mom over to Park 52 before 2 p.m. and she can indulge in the restaurant's selection of brunch favorites, including French toast, waffles, salads and sandwiches. After 2 p.m., Mom can pick from a bevy of dinner dishes like pasta, steaks, chicken and baby back ribs to go along with her complimentary mimosa. Park 52 will also offer a little something for the kids, including mini-cheeseburgers, grilled cheese, fried shrimp, grilled chicken, penne pasta and mini filet mignon.
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
11 a.m.-3 p.m.; $29.95 per person
Mom can enjoy a four-course meal at this swank Boystown lounge. Highlights include family-style beignets, gazpacho with creme fraiche, slow-roasted corn beef hash, petite sirloin steak, Texas-style French toast and mini cupcake duos (red velvet with mascarpone, honey lavender) for dessert. Throughout the meal, guests will also enjoy live performances by the legendary Kit Kat Diva, Madame X.
Pappadeaux (Westmont)
10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mom can enjoy all her favorites from the restaurant’s regular menu, including hazelnut-crusted tilapia, jumbo sea scallops with fresh ginger butter and blackened catfish (with oysters, shrimp and crabmeat) in a lemon-garlic butter sauce, $19.95-$26.95. A balloon artist and clown will also be on site to keep the little ones entertained.
Pappadeaux (Arlington Heights)
9 a.m.-3 p.m.; $19.95 per person
Pappadeaux's Arlington Heights location will celebrate Mother's Day with an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet. The restaurant will feature different stations, stacked with choices like ham, prime rib, lamb and made-to-order omelets. In addition to a live performance from jazz pianist Timothy Hardin, a balloon artist will be on site for the kids to enjoy.
Tramonto's Steak & Seafood
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $39.95 per adult, $13.95 for children ages 12 and under
Tramonto's will offer a variety of breakfast staples, including sausage, bacon, pastries and pancakes. Guests can belly up to the omelet station for a made-to-order favorite, or go for something a little lighter with the restaurant's assortment of salads and pastas. Carnivorous types will enjoy Tramonto's roast beef with horseradish cream and turkey breast with giblet gravy. There will also be a dessert station and complimentary cocktails at the mimosa and bloody mary bar. As a special treat, Mom will receive a $25 gift card to enjoy on her next visit.
Petterino's
$29.95 per adult, $12.95 for children 12 and under; call (312) 422-0150 for reservations
Executive chef Francis Brennan will treat Mom like the belle of the ball with a fresh rose corsage, a Mother's Day card, a Petterino's gift certificate and plenty of seasonal fare. Highlights include tomato bisque, roasted Alaskan halibut, broiled Atlantic salmon, roasted leg of lamb and lobster-asparagus omelets. The restaurant will also offer a special menu for kids 12 and under, featuring banana-orange-strawberry smoothies, apple-cinnamon French toast, blueberry pancakes and Belgian waffles.
Chandler's Chophouse & Grille
Noon-9 p.m.; call (847) 885-9009 for reservations
The Schaumburg restaurant will offer all of Mom's favorites this year. First, there's the soup of the day, a creamy lemon herb chicken with rice and a crab rangoon appetizer served with sweet chili-garlic sauce. For dinner, Mom can choose from specials like Chandler's surf and turf, a 12-ounce prime rib with seasonal vegetables crab meat-stuffed sole with grilled asparagus or fried chicken with all the fixin's, $21.99 and under. For the kids, there's Kraft mac n' cheese, mini cheeseburgers, chicken fingers and mozzarella sticks, $3.99 each. The restaurant will also offer a number of drink specials just for Mom, including $2.75 glasses of house wine, $4 Skyy vodka cocktails and $4 Skyy martinis.
Le Petit Paris
11:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; call (312) 787-8260 for reservations
This downtown bistro and wine bar is offering an extensive a la carte menu in honor of mothers everywhere. Chef and owner Alain Sitbon will serve classic French dishes such as avocado Belgium endive with crab meat lemon aioli, cheese ravioli with shiitake mushroom, asparagus and pesto, and rack of lamb with herbs and port wine sauce. Starters range from $5-$9 and entrees are $16-$24.
Karma
10 a.m.-4 p.m.; $26.95 per adult, $12.95 for kids 12 and under
Mom and grandma will both receive a complimentary glass of champagne during Karma's Mother's Day celebration. The restaurant will feature a number of buffet stations, including dishes like Creole Bay seafood salad, made-to-order omelets, ginger French toast, pepper-cured bacon, roasted chipotle chicken and garlic-crusted prime rib. For dessert, Mom and grandma can nibble on assorted mini French pastries, fresh tortes and pies.
Maxwell's at The Club
10 a.m.-2 p.m.; $45 per adult, $15 for children under 10
This recently renovated restaurant will give Mom plenty of brunch choices with its extensive buffet menu. She may have a tough time choosing between favorites like roasted rack of lamb with mint jelly and traditional eggs benedict. Of course, that's just the beginning. Mom will also get her pick of roasted potato salad, prime rib of beef, applewood-smoked bacon and cinnamon brioche French toast. Additionally, Maxwell's will offer a Mother's Day dinner buffet from 4-6:30 p.m.
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba
10 a.m.–3 p.m.; call (773) 935-5000 for reservations
Go small plate crazy at Ba-Ba-Reeba's Tapas for Mamas. All "mamas" can enjoy a festive tapas brunch and wash it down with a build-your-own bloody Mary bar, all in the restaurant's lively outdoor patio. Mothers also receive a $10 gift certificate as well as a special treat created by pastry chef Michel Briand.
Duchamp
10 a.m.-2 p.m.; $29 per person
Duchamp will kick off its brand new brunch menu this Mother's Day with an indulgent three-course meal. The festive menu will feature neighborhood favorites like chilled rock shrimp with roasted tomato gazpacho, citrus-roasted beet salad, French toast with lemon mascarpone, havarti cheese burgers with tomato remoulade and homemade ice cream sandwiches for dessert.
Michael
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; $39 per person, $19 for children 12 and under
Michael will begin its Mother's Day brunch with a choice of house-cured smoked salmon, roasted portabella mushroom with goat cheese and basil, nicoise salad and steamed zucchini blossoms with veal and truffle mousse. For the second course, Mom can have her pick of a French rolled omelet, poached eggs over toasted brioche croutons with lobster raviolis, pan-roasted white fish, grilled flat iron steak or exotic mushroom crepes with rosemary-scented morel cream and silky carrot mousse. Finally, Mom can finish her meal with Michael's seasonal fruit tart, a bittersweet Valrhona chocolate crepe or a white chocolate semifreddo (ice cream pie).
Joey's Brickhouse
Call (773) 296-1300 for reservations
Self-proclaimed "mama's boys" Joey and Greg Morelli will celebrate Mother's Day with an eclectic brunch featuring all of Mom's favorites. Highlights include mascarpone-stuffed French toast, chicken in the pot with matzo balls, chicken breast burgers with curly fries and Reuben melts on rye bread with Munster cheese and napa slaw. The Morelli brothers will also feature some of their own favorites, including Cajun scrambles, California fajitas, roasted artichoke dip and chopped chicken salad. For dessert, Mom can indulge in the restaurant's homemade chocolate chip cookies, s’mores and donuts with strawberry or chocolate dipping sauce.
Bin 36
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $38 per adult, $19 for children ages 12 and under; call (312) 755-9463 for reservations
Bin 36 will honor Mom with a gourmet spread including artisinal cheeses, homemade desserts and specialty drinks. The Mother's Day buffet will include an omelet bar, Belgian waffles, blueberry-ricotta pancakes, asparagus salad, citrus-glazed ham and traditional eggs benedict. Brunch-friendly drinks include $12 flights of bloody marys and mimosas, or $4 milk and juice flights for the little ones.
O'Donovan's
10 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:30 p.m.; $15.95 per adult, $7.95 for children under 11; call (773) 478-2100 for reservations
This North Center pub will offer an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, featuring festive dishes from Chef Victor DeLeon. Highlights include citrus-crusted grilled tilapia with citrus butter sauce, assorted mini quiches (mushroom-gorgonzola, grilled vegetables with Parmesan, four-cheese with smoked bacon), scrambled eggs with bacon, corned beef hash and homemade pineapple bread pudding with brandy and pecan sauce for dessert. The restaurant will also offer its white trash mimosas and domestic pitchers, $6 and $10 respectively.
Pane Caldo
10 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-10 p.m.; call (312) 649-0055 for reservations
Executive Chef Maurice Bonhomme will feature two specialty courses during brunch and a complimentary glass of champagne for Mom. Dinner will include a three-course meal and will be served with a complimentary glass of wine from the restaurant's internationally recognized collection.
Ann Sather (Belmont)
11 a.m.-4 p.m.; $17.95 per adult, $10.95 for children ages 12 and under
In place of its regular menu, the popular Swedish restaurant will serve a selection of Mother's Day dinners. Mom can choose from favorites like roasted leg of lamb with mint jelly, baked ham with sweet potatoes, roasted turkey with celery-sage stuffing, broiled salmon with mustard-dill sauce and beef tenderloin with grilled mushrooms. Each meal will also include assorted homemade breads, tossed salad, fresh asparagus and a choice of apple or pecan pie for dessert. Reservations will be accepted for parties of 6 or more and can be made at (773) 348-2378.
Birch River Grill
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $29.95 per adult, $13.95 for children under 12
This suburban spot will feature plenty of options on Mom's special day. First, there's the seafood station with oysters and cocktail shrimp, followed by the salad station with chopped, Caesar and pasta salads. The continental station will offer assorted fresh breads, muffins, croissants, bagels, and fresh fruit, while the egg and omelet station will make room for made-to-order favorites. And let's not forget about the carving station, complete with turkey and beef tenderloin with red wine demi glaze.
Dine
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; $39 per adult, $15 for children 12 and under
This West Loop favorite will also offer a number of buffet stations featuring items like seafood bisque, roasted beef tenderloin, salmon with shallot butter sauce, Portobello pasta and Dine's signature meatloaf with garlic mashed potatoes. The restaurant will also offer traditional breakfast dishes like made-to-order omelets, scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage and brioche French toast. To finish, Mom can belly up to the dessert table and have her pick of homemade pastries like Dine's popular red velvet cupcakes.
Glen Prairie
$27 per adult, $12 for children ages 5-12; call (630) 613-1250 for reservations
This farm-focused restaurant will celebrate Mother's Day with an extensive brunch buffet featuring dishes like grilled vegetable salad, house-baked breakfast pastries, made-to-order omelets and a specialty Chef's station. The little ones will be pleased with kid-friendly items like pancakes, Amish chicken nuggets, mac 'n cheese, French bread pizza and fruit cups. And Mom will be delighted with the restaurant's specialty drink specials including the honeydew melon Motherly Love, the fruity Rainbow Sherbet and the decadent Chocolixir, $7-$9.
Arrowhead Restaurant and Bar
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $35 per adult, $15 per child ages 5-12
Suburban moms can dine with urban flair during Arrowhead's Mother's Day brunch. The restaurant's city-inspired menu will feature carving, omelet and seafood stations complete with traditional choices like leg of lamb, ham and roast beef.
Brasserie Jo
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
The River North brasserie will offer a traditional French brunch selection with plenty of mom-friendly a la carte items. Highlights include shrimp bisque, crab cake Benedictine, Brie omelets, smoked pork chops and grilled salmon with watercress and radicchio salad, $6.95-$22.95. The restaurant will also offer complimentary entertainment and activities for the little ones, along with a special kids menu including pancakes with maple syrup and fresh fruit, scrambled eggs with peas and kids chicken, $7.95 each. Brasserie Jo's main dining room will open for dinner from 4-9 p.m.
Carnivale
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
If Mom is feeling adventurous, take her to Carnivale for Chef Mark Mendez's ethnic-fueled fare. Mendez will prepare unique dishes like asparagus empanadas with Parmesan cheese and roasted red peppers, organic eggs with chorizo and Manchego cheese, vanilla butter French toast with honey, and pineapple-coconut bread pudding with rum anglaise for dessert, $6-$10. Mom will also receive a $15 gift certificate for her next visit.
Koi and Chen's
If you're still feeling the blow from tax season, take Mom to Koi (or its sister restaurant, Chens), where she can eat for free from the restaurant's Chinese Plate menu. Of course, you should maybe get her flowers or a little something extra, as she'll probably figure out what you're up to. And don't worry, dads, Koi and Chens will offer you the same special treatment on Father's Day.
Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen
10:30 a.m.; $19.99 per person
It's Mom's day to indulge, and she'll get to do exactly that with Duke's all-you-can-eat brunch buffet. The special spread includes an egg station, fruit platters, veggie plates, assorted breads, cheese plates and plenty of traditional breakfast favorites. A mimosa bar will also be available, so Mom can work up the courage to sing on stage during the restaurant's annual Mother's Day karaoke event.
Durty Nellie's
10:30 a.m.; $15 per adult, $9 per child under 12
Durty Nellie's will offer a family-style prix-fixe brunch including eggs benedict, French toast, roasted pork loin, garlic mashed potatoes and a festive assortment of desserts. A la cart items will feature Nellie's burgers, pulled pork, fish 'n' chips and wings. Mom will also receive a complimentary mimosa.
Gioco
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Gioco will serve its annual Italian Mother's Day brunch featuring macadamia nut pancakes with maple syrup, morel frittatas with sweet peas, roasted pork paninis with Dijon and braised rabbit leg with prosciutto and polenta, $10-$17.
La Madia
In celebration of Mother's Day, La Madia will provide complimentary house-made chocolate truffles just for Mom, along with a $10 gift certificate for her next visit.
Tapas Valencia
10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; $29.95 per adult; $12.95 for children ages 6-12
The recently opened Tapas Valencia will serve a unique brunch buffet complete with a carving station, made-to-order omelets, homemade desserts and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages.
Ritz-Carlton Chicago
10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; $95 per adult, $30 for children ages 5-12; call (312) 573-5003 for reservations (required)
Show Mom a little love and luxury at The Ritz-Carlton's Mother's Day brunch (in The Greenhouse and The Cafe). The menu will feature fresh stone crab claws, smoked salmon, artisan cheeses with rhubarb preserves, made-to-order sushi, brioche French toast with strawberry compote and marinated leg of lamb with lemon-apricot relish. Mom can also enjoy a dessert buffet that includes seasonal pastries like blackberry cheesecake, warm banana pudding, rustic apple galette and peach trifle, all highlighted by ice cream floats and a chocolate fountain. All moms will be eligible to win a deluxe gift basket from Water Tower Place, including a ladies watch from Tourneau, a Custo Barcelona dress, a designer handbag, a sterling silver and gold pearl ring, an assortment of upscale beauty products and a one-year Tea-Of-The Month Club membership from Teavana (total value of $3,000).
Enzo & Lucia Ristorante
11 a.m.-9 p.m.; call (847) 478-8825 for reservations
Head over to Long Grove this Mother's Day and let the husband-and-wife team behind Enzo & Lucia handle the cooking. The family-focused restaurant will offer both lunch and dinner, and will feature a number of vegetarian dishes, wheat pastas and gluten-free choices.
Shaw's Crab House
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Shaw's, in Chicago and Schaumburg, will treat Mom to fresh flowers, a $25 gift certificate and a traditional brunch buffet with all of her favorites. Highlights include an omelet and waffle station, a carving station featuring beef tenderloin and herb-roasted turkey and a cold seafood bar with sushi, oysters and Alaskan king crab. You and Mom will both appreciate Shaw's sweet table, complete with bite-size desserts like creme brulee, raspberry tartlets, key lime pie, chocolate cupcakes and assorted candies. A bloody mary and mimosa bar will also be available for an extra $5.
Short ribs from sola.
sola
Call (773) 327-3868 for reservations
Chef Carol Wallack is making it possible for you to pamper Mom this year with sola's seasonal fare and deluxe gift bags from Chicago's C.O. Bigelow (available to the first 100 moms), packed with beauty products. If you're dining during brunch, try the pineapple upside down French toast with mango curd, tropical fruits and creme anglaise. If dinner is more Mom's style, make sure someone at the table orders sola's famous braised short ribs.
La Tache
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; call (773) 334-7168 for reservations
Executive Chef Andrew Alcid will prepare a savory, French-American brunch, including asparagus salad, quiche Lorraine, brioche French toast, steak and eggs and seared salmon, $8-$15.
The Restaurant at Conrad
Call (312) 377-0979 for reservations
Take Mom to the Conrad Chicago's signature restaurant to treat her to a brunch consisting of an appetizer buffet, a breakfast or brunch entree selection and a dessert table. Top it all off with a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice and a glass of sparkling wine, $42-$52.
Heaven on Seven
10 a.m.-3 p.m.; call (630) 717-0777 for reservations
If you feel like dodging the city brunch crowd this Mother's Day, check out Naperville's Heaven on Seven. With scrumptious dishes like bananas foster French toast, crabcakes and poached eggs, Mom will be on cloud nine. Funk band Professor John will be on hand from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to add a lively, rhythm-and-blues groove to the brunch experience.
Jack Binion's Steakhouse
10 a.m.-4 p.m.; call (866) 711-SHOE, ext. 7027 for reservations
Jack Binion's Steakhouse, located in the Horseshoe Casino, will help Mom get her game on with its hearty brunch menu. Highlights include eggs benedict with steak, French toast, roasted duck, prime rib and lobster diablo. Mom can also pick from a number of popular side dishes, like the colossal biscuit bowl with wild boar gravy. To finish, the restaurant will offer chocolate pecan bread pudding and fresh berry parfaits.
Sheffield's
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Two manicurists from Paint will be on hand (get it?) from 11 a.m. on, offering $10 manicures to interested moms, who will also receive a complimentary mimosa and flower. Everyone gets to enjoy brunch items like pulled pork hash and french toast.
Va Pensiero
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (brunch); 4-8 p.m.(dinner)
Whether you want to celebrate early or late, this Evanston favorite has you covered with three-course brunch ($38) and four-course dinner ($42) menus. The Italian eggs benedict with mascarpone hollandaise sounds divine.
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