On Sunday, May 8th, restaurants across San Diego are offering lavish buffets and special pix fixe menus for Mother’s Day. As the weather warms up and flowers begin to bloom, it’s time to start making plans to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day. Below is a list of some of the best Mother’s Day offerings in San Diego to celebrate and spoil moms, because they deserve it.
Operacaffe wants to raise a glass to all the hard-working, inspiring moms out there with a free glass of Prosecco Rose with the purchase of an entree. Located in the heart of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, dine in at Operacaffe to experience Italian cuisines that will make you feel like you’re dining in Italy. Indulge in the Tortelli Di Granchio with homemade jumbo tortelloni stuffed with Alaskan king crab and shrimp in a buttery thyme, rosemary, sage and shallot sauce with a touch of cream. And don’t forget dessert! Try the Limoncello Cake for a sweet finish.
At Vino Carta Solana Beach, resident chefs Elliott and Kelly Townsend produce a rotating menu of small plates and entrees with an emphasis on ingredients heavily sourced from local farms, such as Chino Farms, and sustainable seafood from purveyors like Pacific Shellfish in Pacific Beach. Take Mom to Parisian style Sunday Brunch at Vino Carta and savor everything Mother’s Day Sunday has to offer with a delicious bottle of wine paired with classic Parisian brunch fare. Reservations available through Tock. Cheers to showing Mom all the love in the world this Mother’s Day by treating her to Parisian Brunch and a monthly Wine Club Membership at Vino Carta.
Get ready to bring your moms and appetite. On Mother’s Day, May 8th, Quiero Tacos is teaming up with Mike Hess Brewing to host an all-you-can-eat-and-drink-brunch at Quiero Tacos Imperial Beach and Seaport Village locations from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Cheers to all your mother has done for you with a mimosa, mike-a-lada, select wine or a beer off the full draft beer menu. You can expect to see a delectable brunch menu highlighting the Mike Hess Fish Taco, Vegetarian Green Chilaquiles, Ahuevo Breakfast Taco, Carmalized Banana Pancakes, Berry French Toast, Scrambled Eggs with Cheese and sides including Country Potatoes, Sausage Links, Bacon Strips and Refried Beans.
For all the dog moms out there, this one’s for you! Second Chance Beer Company will be handing out flowers for Mother’s Day because they know you deserve something special! Sip on an ice-cold beer like their newest release, Buddy Lager, and let your pup play around with all the other dogs that will be there. While there are many breweries that take charitable action and subscribe to a “people first” mentality, Second Chance is San Diego’s only “pups-first, drink-second” brewery.
Celebrate motherly love at Adelaide, the coastal-inspired culinary experience at the iconic L’Auberge Del Mar. Adelaide and L’Auberge Del Mar are toasting to the most important ladies in our life, with a Veuve Clicquot cocktail trailer and a brunch buffet featuring options like a Gravlox Station, Farmers Market Crudité, Carvery and Cold stations and dessert spread. Entree highlights include their signature L’Auberge Benedict, unique Pepita Crusted Karrage & Furikake Waffles, and a fresh Grilled Summer Squash dish. Priced at $150 per person and $85 for children under 12, guests can spend some time in the sun on Adelaide’s al fresco indoor/outdoor dining deck.
Mustangs & Burros, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Known for their lush gardens and bountiful grounds, Estancia La Jolla is the perfect backdrop to celebrate the special women in our life. Featuring a buffet brunch fit with breakfast, carving and grill stations with individual entree options like their signature Crab Cake Benedict, this brunch is made even better with a bottomless mimosa bar — guests can take in the scenery while enjoying ambient live music, and a flower cart where moms can build their own personal bouquet. Brunch is priced at $110 per person. Guests can make reservations through OpenTable or calling Mustangs & Burros directly at 858-964-6537.
Nestled between the San Diego harbor and the rolling hills of Point Loma, Kona Kai is a serene city escape for anyone looking to pamper mom this year. From exclusive spa offerings like mini NuFace Fix treatments and goodie bags with SpaTerre’s favorite spa product samples to a decedent Mother’s Day brunch from 11 am to 4 pm, featuring menu highlights like Artichoke Agnoletti and Croque Madame, there is no better way to show your gratitude to the women in your life than a day at Kona Kai! Guests can book brunch or spa reservations by calling SpaTerre (619-819-8154) or Vessel Restaurant (619-819-8195) directly.
Provisional Kitchen
Wish a Happy Mother’s Day to Mom with a Moët for Mom Brunch on Sunday from 8AM – 3PM. Spoil her with a complimentary glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne and delight in a special brunch menu including Mom’s Omelet with spring vegetables, feta cheese and pesto potatoes; Strawberry Rhubarb Toast; Cinnamon Roll Pancakes; Chef-Carved Prime Rib; a Chocolate Fountain dipped with fruit, assorted cookies, marshmallows and Rice Krispie Treats; and more. Enjoy live music and a photo booth session with the special lady. The brunch is priced at $68/adult and $28/child. Reservations can be made on OpenTable here.
Crown Room Brunch at Hotel del Coronado
Treat mom like the true queen she is and carry on the tradition of elegance with a champagne brunch in the iconic Crown Room, featuring beautiful Oregon sugar pine, 33-foot high ceilings and the famous crown chandeliers, which were designed by Wizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum. Take in the newly restored front porch and lobby as you make your way to this historic space, where many notable travelers, including Edward, Prince of Wales and Charles Lindbergh, have once dined. Indulge in a sensational selection of culinary delights, live music and decadent treats and enjoy all that this American treasure has to offer — from post-brunch strolls along Del Beach to a relaxing swing on one of the many rocking chairs that line the front porch.
LionfishGive Mom what she really wants this Mother’s Day: family facetime, a clean kitchen, and Papillote. At the dynamic, design-driven hotspot on 5th Avenue, James Beard Smart Catch Leader and Executive Chef JoJo Ruiz will be debuting a special Papillote, made with steamed halibut, lobster beurre blanc, heirloom tomatoes, asparagus, dill and fennel. Reservations are recommended and can be made on OpenTable here.
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
Harrah’s Resort Southern California has two key elements for a successful Mother’s Day celebration: food and fun. Starting with food — which always ends up being fun — The Café will be offering Filet Tournedos ($35), served with mashed sweet potatoes and asparagus, all topped with a bearnaise sauce. At Fiore, Moms can indulge in a special Salmon Wellington ($46), made with mushroom duxelles, Boursin cheese and bloomsdale spinach, all served with potato puree, fava beans, Parisienne carrots, watercress and a blood orange butter sauce. Last, but not least, you can make your way to ‘ritas Cantina and indulge in a Surf & Turf ala Diabla ($29.99), which includes an 8oz ribeye steak and sauteed shrimp with a mix of chipotle, guajillo, ancho and arbol chiles, served with tlote puree and garlic chayote squash.
SerẽaTreat Mom to a one-of-a-kind sea-to-table experience this Mother’s Day at Serẽa Coastal Cuisine, located at the iconic Hotel del Coronado. Prepared by James Beard Smart Catch Leader and Executive Chef, JoJo Ruiz, the entire family can expect standout seafood dishes including a daily selection of oysters (best paired with champagne and the oceanfront views) to enjoy on Serea’s expansive outdoor patio. From fresh whole catch, Wood Roasted Shellfish Platter, sashimi and Mediterranean-inspired appetizers, Serea’s innovative menu offers a robust selection of environmentally friendly options featuring daring flavors that are warmly familiar. Special menu items include a Local Grilled White Seabass Sandwich, served with a Spring Salad that’s topped with preserved lemon dressing. Reservations are recommended and can be made on OpenTable here.
Sally’s Fish House & Bar, Manchester Grand Hyatt
Rosé All Day with Mom at Sally’s Fish House & Bar at Manchester Grand Hyatt, boasting panoramic views of the San Diego Bay and beyond. Enjoy $20 bottomless mimosas with menu specials including crab cakes, jumbo shrimp cocktails, Sally’s signature oysters and a glass (or bottle) of La Fete de Rose, or treat Mom to a truly fresh, flavorful and memorable dining experience with Sally’s Fresh Catch offering crab crusted Chilean sea bass, with dinner available from 5-9 p.m. The Seaview Breakfast Buffet Restaurant will also be available from 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., so grab a seat on the patio overlooking the marina, enjoy $20 bottomless mimosas and raise a glass to Mom. *Bottomless mimosas have a two-hour time limit
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Mother’s Day Brunch at AVANT | Spoil Mom with bottomless bubbly paired with the iconic Chef’s Four Course Prix Fixe Brunch at Rancho Bernardo Inn’s signature restaurant, AVANT. Menu highlights include langoustine tartare and brioche toast, pea parfait and caviar, poached cod and summer squash and much more. Brunch is available on Sunday, May 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Price: $105 per adult (inclusive of champagne) + $45 per child (ages 4-12).
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All-Inclusive Mother’s Day Buffet in Aragon Ballroom | Treat Mom to an all-inclusive, ultra-extravagant buffet in Aragon Ballroom, replete with action stations, bottomless sparkling wine, still wine and mimosas and music by Kevin James O’Brien. Menu highlights include Chef Margaret’s freshly baked breakfast breads and pastries; favorite breakfast classics including fresh egg scrambles and made-to-order waffles; cured, smoked and aged meats; fresh seafood, vinegar and oil bar, chef specialties such as Chef Matias’ “real risotto” and Chef Jose’s roasted whole fish street tacos; mouth-watering sweets and a Dunk-Your-Doughnut station; a children’s buffet; and much more. Brunch is available on Sunday, May 8 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Price: $150 per adult (inclusive of sparking and still wine, beer, select brunch cocktails and 20% service charge + $65 per child (ages 4-12).
VAGA at Alila Marea Beach Resort
Treat Mom to locally inspired cuisine and seasonal fare at Alila Marea Beach Resort’s signature restaurant, VAGA – perched atop a picturesque bluff in the charming seaside town of Encinitas. Mother’s Day Brunch will offer a blend of VAGA’s breakfast and lunch menus featuring special holiday dishes and beverages. Meals can be paired with dramatic coastal views, or peek behind-the-scenes with a front-row seat to the open kitchen – both certain to delight the senses and give Mom the culinary journey of her dreams. Brunch is available on Sunday, May 8 from 7 a.m – 3 p.m. Reservations: here
On Sunday, May 8, join Rancho Valencia to celebrate Mother’s Day with loved ones and enjoy an array of delicious brunch and lunch offerings, among the resort’s beautiful outdoor setting. From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. enjoy a decadent all-day buffet featuring the resort’s legendary raw bar, spring salads and carving stations, before visiting the dessert bar laden with sweet goodies. While mom lounges with a crisp glass of champagne, kids will have a blast with the bounce house and pony rides on the lawn, or flower-making station to take home and gift to mom. Reservations can be made by calling 858-759-6246. Price: $165 per adult; $65 per kid (ages 11 and under)
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Animae
Garibaldi, the chic rooftop restaurant located within the InterContinental Hotel San Diego, is offering a Sardinian inspired Mother’s Day brunch with a view. Enjoy a relaxed meal with mom while looking over the San Diego Bay and delight in entree offerings like the Italian Momelet with asparagus, cipollini onion, pancetta, spring pea and mint pesto or the Baked Caponata and Eggs with eggplant, tomato, capers, pine nuts, golden raisins and prosciutto. For something sweet, try the Castagnaccio Crepe made with chestnut flour, rosemary, candied orange, roasted pistachios, and sweet cream whipped ricotta. In addition to the pre-fixe menu, cheers mom with bottomless Aperol Spritz or Prosecco for $29. Book a reservation via Resy and treat mom to the delicious day she deserves.
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barleymash
Down in the Gaslamp, barleymash is serving up a few Mother’s Day specials for brunch. Kick off the morning with one of their specialty gin cocktails such as the Day By The Pool and the Spa Day. Light and refreshing, they’re the perfect way to ease into a fun and boozy brunch! For the main event, try their exclusive Breakfast In Bed with fried green tomatoes, peppered bacon, poached eggs, and a roasted red pepper hollandaise, or get straight into the sweets with their High Tea breakfast, with lemon curd and lavender Chantilly cream on an Earl Grey Dutch baby!
Dicicco’s
Take your family to a hearty Italian brunch this Mother’s Day at Dicicco’s, with items like the Everything Bagel Spiced Breakfast Pizza or Lobster Benedict with polenta cake, wilted spinach, crispy parmesan potato and prosecco hollandaise. You can also enjoy the fresh Vegetable Frittata, made with ricotta, basil pesto, grilled toast, and crispy parmesan potato or Nutella Crostata. They’ve even created specials for the kids with items such as 2 Eggs Any Style and their fluffy French Toast.
