From unhurried Italian “long tables” and upscale “Bloom Bar” brunches to decadent Spanish feasts and whimsical afternoon teas, find the perfect destination to honor Mom this year.
Mother’s Day is on the way and we have a guide to give you the best choices to show your mother or grandmother how much you appreciate her and give her the special day she deserves, and have a great time yourself too.
There is a variety of experiences, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with elegant tea services and to go packages and sweet gifts, to more casual options. You are bound to find something that catches your eye with at least one restaurant is offering a Mom-centric menu for four days. This will give you plenty of time to plan for the celebration.
Telefèric Barcelona in Brentwood will honor Mother’s Day with a four-day celebration featuring specialized Catalan cuisine and curated take-home feasts at its Brentwood location.
The Spanish dining destination is launching a series of limited-time menu items beginning Thursday, May 7, through Sunday, May 10. The holiday lineup includes a seafood-centric Paella de Marisco, a Lobster Meloso prepared with saffron-infused creamy rice, and Cochinillo Asado, a traditional oven-roasted suckling pig served with potato gratin.
For those hosting private celebrations, the restaurant has developed a “Mother’s Day To-Go Pack” designed for two people. The package bundles signature tapas such as Patatas Bravas, Burrata di Stefano, and Tuna Tacos with a main course of Lobster Paella. The meal concludes with churros served with chocolate and toffee, with the option to include the restaurant’s house-made sangria.
The bar program will also debut a seasonal signature cocktail for the occasion. The “spring sparkler” combines vodka and a jasmine-peach cordial, finished with Cava and a scoop of fresh sorbet. Located in the heart of Brentwood, the restaurant recommends reservations for the holiday weekend. Reservations and orders for the to-go packages can be placed via the restaurant’s website.
Toscana will celebrate Mother’s Day by drawing on nearly four decades of local history and Italian culinary tradition, offering a curated menu of seasonal specials for the holiday.
The landmark restaurant, which has served the community for 37 years, is centering its “La Festa della Mamma” celebration on the concept of the “long table”—a traditional, unhurried Italian dining experience. To honor the occasion, Executive Chef Miguel has designed a selection of featured dishes alongside the restaurant’s classic offerings.
The Mother’s Day menu highlights include:
- Vitello Tonnato: A classic preparation of poached veal served with a sauce of tuna, anchovies, and capers.
- Lobster Ravioli: House-made pasta finished in a parma rosa sauce.
- Sogliola Intera: A whole Dover sole accompanied by roasted broccolini.
- Millefoglie: A traditional dessert featuring layers of puff pastry and Italian custard.
Located in the heart of Brentwood, Toscana has become a staple for multi-generational family milestones and Sunday traditions. Reservations are highly recommended and can be secured on the restaurant’s website.
Families can honor Mother’s Day with a curated weekend brunch at Lunetta, featuring a menu designed to highlight seasonal flavors and classic comfort. The Santa Monica destination will serve a variety of specialized breakfast and lunch dishes, including lemon ricotta pancakes, mascarpone French toast, and heirloom omelets. Other featured offerings include polenta and eggs.
Lunetta is a wonderful place to have brunch, lunch or dinner. The food there is delicious and the atmosphere is very inviting. You can read our interview with Chef Raphael Lunetta here.
Reservations are currently being accepted through OpenTable.
Spago Beverly Hills is offering an upscale, three-course Mother’s Day brunch that pairs California-inspired cuisine with live musical performances. For $225 per person, the prix-fixe experience includes several interactive elements, such as a “Bloom Bar” where guests can assemble complimentary hand-crafted bouquets and a visit to Chef Della’s Pie Shop for dessert.
Spago is a legendary restaurant, so it’s an experience that mom won’t soon forget.
Interested parties can secure bookings via SevenRooms.
Crossroads Kitchen has unveiled a series of à la carte holiday specials to supplement its standard brunch and dinner service this Mother’s Day. Morning guests can choose from seasonal items like banana crème chocolate crepes, strawberry heart-shaped pavlovas, and assorted omelets.
The evening menu shifts toward sophisticated spring flavors, featuring white asparagus and strawberry crudo alongside rigatoni al limone prepared with caramelized Meyer lemon. Gift boxes of macarons are also available during both meal services.
Reservations are available through the restaurant’s official website.
Levain Bakery is celebrating the holiday with the release of a limited-edition Mother’s Day gift tin. The commemorative tin is priced at $17 and is available at all bakery locations through Mother’s Day. Moms love cookies, especially when they don’t have to bake them.
The Culver Hotel has two distinct holiday celebrations this Mother’s Day, offering a seasonal three-course brunch and a whimsical, reimagined afternoon tea.
The hotel’s annual prix fixe brunch will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Grand Lobby and on the garden patio, where guests can dine beneath blooming trees to the sounds of a live pianist. The three-course experience, priced at $85 per person, begins with a market salad and whipped lemon ricotta served with sourdough baguette. Diners may choose from main courses such as steak and eggs, a classic lobster roll, or Florentine eggs benedict, followed by a shareable bananas foster French toast for dessert.
Additional brunch features include:
- Build-Your-Own Mimosa: Available for a $55 add-on, featuring sparkling wine, three juice selections, and fresh berries.
- Family Dining: A dedicated children’s menu is provided to accommodate younger guests.
- Booking: Reservations are currently open through OpenTable.
From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., the hotel will transition to a refreshed Afternoon Tea service. The experience, priced at $75 per person, features a “playful yet refined” aesthetic with pink and white decor and floral teacups.
The tiered tea presentation includes:
- Sweets and Scones: Freshly baked scones, French canelés with housemade jam and lemon curd, macerated berries with Romanov cream, and petit fours from local bakery Sweet Wheat.
- Savory Selections: An assortment of tea sandwiches, including smoked salmon and dill, vadouvan chicken salad, and crab cakes with peppercorn aioli.
- Available Upgrades: Optional savory additions such as tuna crispy rice and burrata bruschetta, along with a bottomless sparkling rosé option for $45 per person.
Reservations for both the brunch and tea services can be secured via OpenTable.
Spanish Mediterranean hospitality will be the focal point at Casa Dani this Mother’s Day, as the restaurant prepares an all-you-can-eat feast accompanied by live acoustic guitar.The Sunday, May 10, event is designed to mirror the intimacy of a traditional Spanish home, offering both brunch and dinner services. The brunch menu, served from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., features signature items with a breakfast influence, while dinner service follows from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Guests can choose from a wide array of communal dishes, including:
- Breakfast-inspired classics: Eggs Benedict featuring 5J Ibérico ham and pistachio French toast.
- Traditional staples: Classic Spanish tortilla, pan con tomate, and patatas bravas topped with fried egg.
- Coastal savory favorites: Bluefin tuna pinchos, gambas fritas, and Ibérico ham croquettes.
A dedicated dessert station will offer traditional sweets such as burnt Basque cheesecake, olive oil cake, and caramelized rice pudding. For an additional cost, diners may order premium à la carte selections, including lobster salpicón, oysters “acevichados,” and signature paellas prepared with whole Maine lobster or Australian Wagyu rib eye.
Reservations for the festive experience are available via OpenTable.
BOA Steakhouse will host a multi-site Mother’s Day celebration featuring an expansive brunch buffet followed by an early dinner service at its West Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Manhattan Beach locations.
The brunch buffet, priced at $95 per person, runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes a variety of traditional breakfast items such as spinach and goat cheese frittatas, eggs Benedict, and assorted fresh pastries. The menu further expands into seafood, salads, hot side dishes, and a dedicated carving station. Guests looking for a more indulgent experience may select luxury enhancements, including caviar, oysters, and a Wagyu flight.
For evening celebrations, the restaurant will open for dinner service from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.. The dinner menu features BOA’s signature entrees, including Chilean sea bass, Cajun cowboy ribeye, and spaghetti with Wagyu meatballs. Reservations can be made on the restaurant’s website.
Chado Tea Room will serve an elegant Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at its Pasadena, Torrance, Hollywood, and Downtown Los Angeles locations for $69 per person.
The service begins with a refreshment and a starter, followed by a traditional tiered presentation of finger sandwiches and warm scones served with cream and jam. Dessert selections include a lemon curd tartlet and mini chocolate mousse. To conclude the experience, guests may choose from a variety of premium teas, such as Lemon Chiffon Herbal or Podrea Black tea. Reservations are available at OpenTable.
Crudo e Nudo, a sustainable seafood and biodynamic wine bar in Santa Monica, will mark Mother’s Day with a specially priced four-course flight alongside its standard offerings.
Chef and owner Brian Bornemann’s holiday flight is priced at $75 per person and will be available for brunch, lunch, or dinner from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.. The six-item menu includes:
- Seasonal Crudo Trio: A selection showcasing locally sourced seafood.
- Farmers’ Market Mezze: Seasonal vegetables served with black garlic hummus and almond dukkah.
- Vegan Caesar Salad: Prepared with little gem lettuce, avocado, furikake, and croutons.
- Entrees: A combination of roasted prawns and seasonal gnocchi.
- Dessert: House-made chocolate almond butter cups.
The restaurant, located near the beach, will also continue to offer its signature $95 multi-course “Neptune’s Flight”. Reservations are available via Resy, though walk-in guests are also welcome.
