Treat Mom to a Delicious Mother’s Day in Chicago
via The Goddess & Grocer
Cheers to the ladies who do it all and more with love and grace! Treat your mom and all mom figures in your life to an unforgettable and absolutely delicious Mother’s Day this year, because I think we can all agree, they deserve it. Here are some restaurants in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs that are going all out for Mother’s Day:
The Goddess & Grocer {Multiple Locations)
The Goddess & Grocer is ready to treat every mom like the goddess that she is with decadent treats and fresh bouquets this Mother’s Day! An array of treats will be available to purchase in-store, from full custom cakes and decorated cookie sets to all-in-one gift baskets featuring sweets, a Goddess mug and bath accessories. The Goddess team will also be partnering with local florist Verdant Place to offer beautiful fresh bouquets for mom, available for pick-up on Saturday 5/9. (Sweets are available to order online for in-store pick up or delivery and bouquets can be ordered for pick at the Buckown location from 9am-12pm on Saturday 5/9)
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Guinness Open Gate Brewery {901 West Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL; 312.521.0900}
For the moms who love beers + bouquets…
This Mother’s Day, Guinness Brewery is showing that beers aren’t only reserved for Father’s Day! Toast to mom with an interactive, build-your-own Beermosa and Michelada bar, perfectly paired with a menu of curated brunch specials. Adding to the special day, all reservations include a complimentary "Build Your Own Bouquet" experience so Mom can take home a beautiful floral gift. Families are invited to linger and soak in the lively atmosphere after the meal with a traditional live Irish music session from 1-3pm.
(Brunch is available from 9am-2pm)
RH Rooftop Restaurant {1300 West 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL; 630.572.0074}
For the moms who love Instagram worthy settings…
Treat mom to a day of shopping, sipping and indulging in the Western suburbs at Oakbrook’s Restoration Hardware Rooftop Restaurant. Start your morning off with exclusive brunch bites and morning beverages surrounded by glitzy chandeliers, calming fountains and whimsical trees. Then head downstairs to the store or over to Oakbrook Mall’s expansive outdoor shopping area to treat mom to an extra gift or two (because, let’s be honest, shopping is always more fun after a few mimosas…)
(Brunch is available starting at 9am)
The Peninsula Chicago
The Peninsula Chicago {108 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL; 312.337.2888}
For the moms who love all things lavish…
The Peninsula Chicago will be hosting their annual, extravagant Mother’s Day brunch in its sweeping 5th floor restaurant,The Lobby on Sunday 5/10. Since mom deserves nothing but the best, guests can treat their special ladies to an indulgent selection of sushi, caviar stations, traditional Chinese dishes, brunch classics, and a decadent dessert buffet. Entertainment includes a string quartet, balloon artist, magician, and more. (Brunch from 10am-5pm and is $325 (adult) and $85 (child ages 5 to 12).
il Carciofo {1045 West Fulton Street, Chicago, IL; 872.274.5862}
For the moms who love Italian classics…
il Carciofo, a Roman restaurant from Chef Joe Flamm, is opening early for brunch service this Mother’s Day. To celebrate the occasion, guests can enjoy a 3-course menu, all specifically curated to be shared amongst the table.
The menu includes a first course of various Bar Tutto pastries, a second course of Lemon Ricotta Pancakes + Breakfast Pizza and a third course of Lasagna Verdi + Benedict. Complement your extravagant meal with a cocktail or wine from il Carciofo’s robust beverage list. (Brunch is available starting at 9:45am and is priced at $55 per person)
Sunda River North {110 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL; 312.644.0500}
For the moms who love bold South Asian flavors…
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Sunda New Asian River North on Sunday, 5/10 with a bold, Asian-inspired brunch buffet. Highlights feature chef-curated stations including a build-your-own omelet bar, carving station, a seafood and sushi spread and an Asian-inspired hot bar. Complete this lavish brunch experience with breads, Sunda breakfast favorites, and a dessert display complete with an ube white chocolate fountain that mom is sure to love. Sunda’s Mother’s Day brunch coincides withAAPI Heritage Month, offering a timely way to celebrate and experience the diverse flavors and traditions of Asian cuisine! (Brunch is available from 10am-3pm and is priced at $98 per adult, $38 per child aged 4–10 and free for children 3 and under)
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NoMI {800 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.239.4030}
For the moms who love a personal touch…
The Park Hyatt’s 7th floor restaurant, NoMI, will be pulling out all the stops for Mother’s Day this year with an opulent, interactive Sunday brunch. Start your experience off with a surprise bouquet, a wax-sealed letter with personalized messages, and monogrammed menus for Mom. Then enjoy a special toast as you settle in with a welcome beverage from NoMI’s roaming spritz cart including garnishes of your choice!
Brunch will include chef-led stations featuring endless fresh sushi and seafood, a premium carving station, and housemade pastries from an extravagant dessert spread. Also, for any younger guests attending, there will be a kids’ corner packed with crowd-pleasers and a fun waffle and toppings station! (Brunch is available from 10:30am-4pm and priced at $265 per adult, $95 per child and free for children 6 & under)
Violi {260 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL; 630.592.2104}
For the moms who love Greek cuisine…
Oakbrook’s Taverna Violi is a Western suburb hotspot for authentically delicious Greek fare. This Mother’s Day, Violi will be rolling out some exclusive specials, including Tsoureki French Toast, Avocado Toast and Short Rib Hash, with recommended wine pairings to complement each dish. Violi’s normal weekend lunch menu will also be available to enjoy along with their full beverage list. (Brunch + lunch are available starting at 11:30am)
Casa Chi {505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.321.8738}
For the moms who love more than one celebration…
Celebrate Mother’s Day *week* at Casa Chi with a lineup of fun opportunities to treat, toast, and indulge. Start with Ladies Night on Wednesday, 5/6, where all regular-priced items will be 20% off, then stop by the Flower for Dreams pop-up at the InterContinental on Thursday, 5/7 from 3–5pm to pick up a free DIY mini bouquet to create with mom! On Saturday and Sunday, 5/9 + 5/10, the Pour Decisions Boozy Tea Experience will be available from 2–5pm, featuring signature cocktail teapots and a multi-course spread of sushi, shareable bites, and hot stone entrées.
(Tea is priced at $45 per person)
By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager