Make this Mother’s Day special by celebrating mom with a delicious brunch. Whether she prefers indulgent desserts, gluten-free fare, Eggs Benedict, prime rib or all of the above, you’ll find something she’ll love at these trendy eateries.
TASTE AT THE PALISADES
Taste at the Palisades celebrates all moms on their special day with a three-course Mother’s Day Sunday brunch and dessert buffet on May 8. The Mother’s Day Prix Fixe Brunch ($33) includes a complimentary sparkling “MOMosa” for all Moms, bottomless mimosas ($16), plus Taste’s famous Indulgent Dessert Buffet. Highlights include brunch entrée creations from chef Brian Sheard such as a delectable Fried Green Tomatoes Benedict with poached eggs, crispy pork belly and chipotle manchego mornay sauce, and the Quinoa “Oatmeal” Skillet with coconut milk, brown sugar, banana and fresh berries.
Visit ilovetaste.com.
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BOA STEAKHOUSE
This Mother’s Day (11a.m.-2:30 p.m.), Innovative Dining Group’s (IDG) BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood offers a festive buffet to celebrate mom for $60 per person. For the first time this year, BOA will offer a carving station for their signature 40-day dry-aged New York Striploin and moms will receive a special gift to take home.
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Additional offerings from Executive Chef Jose Melendez include a selection of BOA’s signature appetizers, raw seafood bar, eggs to order, taco bar and dessert table and crepe station featuring Vanilla Crepes with Chantilly cream and choice of strawberry chocolate or banana caramel sauce. Visit innovativedining.com/restaurants/boa.
BALTAIRE
Let mom sit back and relax while Executive Chef Travis Strickland handles the cooking with a decadent Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet ($85 per adult/$50 per child) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Guests can enjoy an abundance of Baltaire’s signature brunch dishes and holiday specials, which include a variety of housemade pastries like warm banana bread and pistachio croissants; an extravagant iced shellfish station with fresh oysters, shrimp, scallop ceviche and king crab; a carving station fit for a queen featuring USDA Prime Rib, Glazed Nueske Spiral Ham and Leg of Lamb; Eggs Benedict with housemade English muffins; French Toast with spring berry compote and more. Reservations: 424-273-1660 or hello@baltaire.com.
MR. C BEVERLY HILLS
Leave the cooking to Executive Chef Giuseppe Manco and enjoy a Venetian-style Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch ($115 per person, $49 for children ages 4-12) at The Restaurant at Mr. C and at the hotel’s yacht-inspired pool deck from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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The brunch includes Classic Cipriani pastas and seasonal roasted vegetables; hand-sliced Prosciutto di Parma, antipasto, and European cheeses; made-to-order waffles and custom omelets and frittatas; fresh seafood like crudo, sushi, jumbo shrimp and pan-seared salmon; a roast beef and a turkey carving station; a selection of housemade cakes, rich chocolate desserts, gelato and more. In addition, enjoy a complimentary Bellini for moms at arrival. Reservations: 310-226-6245 or restaurantbh@mrchotels.com.
PATINA RESTAURANT
Helmed by Executive Chef Paul Lee, Patina offers an opulent selection of elegant and innovative cuisine for Mother’s Day ($59 for three courses, $20 for children 12 and under) served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Menu highlights include Beef Tartare with quail egg, smoked oyster, salt and vinegar chip trumpet mushroom; Escargot Congee with ibérico ham, parsley and beurre de baratte; Tiger Prawn with kataifi, orange jasmine reduction; and Quail with polenta, kale, bacon lardon and balsamic. Visit patinarestaurant.com.
CAFÉ PINOT
Adjacent to the Los Angeles Public Library and the lush Maguire Gardens, Café Pinot is a garden oasis in the heart of Downtown LA. Executive Chef Megan Logan serves fresh California cuisine, with an emphasis on foraged and locally sourced produce.
The Mother’s Day menu is served from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Highlights ($55 for three courses, $19 for children 10 and under) include Tomatillo Gazpacho with cucumber, cilantro, red onion and espelette; Stewed Butter Beans with black kale, piquillo peppers, poached eggs, yogurt and grilled bread; Chilaquiles with pipian verde, duck confit, citrus onions, cotija cheese, cilantro, eggs and tortillas.
Visit cafepinot.com.
FAITH & FLOWER
For Mother’s Day, Faith & Flower will be offering specials for brunch in addition to their regular menu. Specials include Ricotta and Herb Ravioli with Wild Ramp Butter, Egg Yolk Bottarga and Smoked Chili Gremolata ($18); Whole Prawns Baked In Parchment with Baby Corn and Zucchini and Spicy Coconut Curry ($29); Little Gem Lettuce Salad with Crispy Smoked Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes and Sourdough Croutons ($16); and Fried Cage Free Egg with Prime Beef Picadillo Stew, Chayote Squash and Fingerling Potatoes ($15). The dessert special will be Dutch Crunch Doughnuts with Berries and Cream Filling ($8).
HINOKI & THE BIRD
Usually closed on Sundays, Hinoki & The Bird will be open for Mother’s Day. Executive Chef Brandon Kida will be offering a very special brunch menu for guests celebrating the holiday. The exclusive brunch menu, only available that day, and a rare opportunity to savor brunch/breakfast dishes at Hinoki & the Bird, will include a selection of housemade breads and pastries; Granola with Strauss Farm Yogurt, Strawberries and Local Honey; Ichiba Salad with Market Fruits, Vegetables and Miso Vinaigrette; Challah French Toast with Bananas, Tonka Bean and Maple Syrup; Eggs Benedict with Bacon, Eggs and Hollandaise; Organic Quinoa with Poached Lily’s Eggs, White Soy and Pickled Chilies; Huevos Rancheros with Black Beans, Habanero and Cotija Cheese; Croque Monsieur with Niman Ranch Ham, Comte Cheese and Milk Toast; and Sake Cured Salmon with Buckwheat Toast, Tomato and Capers. All available a la carte. Visit hniokiandthebird.com.
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