Where to Celebrate Mom for Mother’s Day
via Beity
It’s time to celebrate all the amazing leading ladies in your life, from mothers, aunts and grandmothers to any and all other mother figures! Treat her to a day of relaxation, celebration, delicious food and endless cheers-ing, just like she deserves. Here are some noteworthy restaurants that are going the extra mile for Mother’s Day:
Beity {813 West Fulton Street, Chicago, IL; 773.892.5549}
It’s time to treat Mom to a brunch like no other at Beity in Fulton Market. From 10am-2pm, Beity will be serving their newly launched weekend brunch menu filled with bold Lebanese flavors. Signature dishes include the Labneh Za’atar and the Eggs & Awarma. In a special tribute to his own mother, Chef Ryan Fakih will also be serving his mother’s favorites, including Ouzi, a stuffed phyllo dough with cucumber yogurt sauce and for a sweet finish, Halva with pistachio and burnt honey. Make this Mother’s Day extra special with soulful flavors and heartfelt cooking at Beity!
Reservations are available on Resy.
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NoMI at The Park Hyatt {800 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.239.4030}
Surprise bouquets, wax-sealed letters with personalized messages, monogrammed menus for Mom…. need we say more?! NoMI, the Park Hyatt’s 7th floor restaurant, is going all out for Mother’s Day with an elaborate brunch of chef-led stations featuring Sushi, Smoked Salmon, and Seasonal Salads alongside savory plated entrées like Roasted Tenderloin and a decadent dessert station. Mocktails and freshly squeezed juices will also be flowing all day. And, for younger guests, there will be a kids’ corner with a fun waffle & pancake station!
Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Ambar {700 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL; 312.547.1700}
Take your mother on a delicious journey through the Balkans at Ambar, one of River North’s newest spots! Treat mom and the family to their signature Unlimited Tasting Experience, featuring over 40 flavorful Balkan-inspired small plates served tapas-style. Indulge in brunch eats with unlimited drink packages, or a special Mother’s Day dinner. Enjoy brunch for $36.99 per person. Kids under 7 eat free and kids 7-12 get 50% off their meal.
Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Eden {2734 West Roscoe Street, Chicago, IL; 312.366.2294}
Eden, located in the hearth of Avondale, will be celebrating Mother's Day with a vibrant brunch filled with seasonal, greenhouse-sourced fare and some exclusive holiday specials. Enjoy highlights like Crab Louise Salad, Lox Bagel and Shrimp & Grits in their spacious dining room or lush patio space (weather permitting). Top off your meal with a surprise flower bouquet for mom, curated by Eden’s team and gifted to her tableside during the meal (available as an add-on when making your reservation!)
Reservations are available on OpenTable.
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The Lobby at the Peninsula {108 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL; 312.337.2888}
Shower your mom with the ultimate royal treatment this Mother’s Day at The Peninsula Chicago’s extravagant Lobby Brunch! This daytime soiree will feature à la carte plated menu dishes and lavish buffet stations including a Southern-Style Seafood Boil, as well as Caviar, Carving, Peking Duck and Sushi stations, along with a decadent dessert display to top it all off. The Peninsula’s brunch will also include special live entertainment– a string quartet serenade and a balloon artist + magician for the kids!
Reservations are available on Tock.
Fora {311 North Morgan Street, Chicago, IL; 312.764.1933}
Flowers and Mother’s Day are a match made in heaven and The Emily Hotel agrees. Enjoy a floral-inspired brunch at their onsite restaurant, Fora. In partnership with Fleurish Chicago, the experience includes a ‘Build Your Own Bouquet’ pop-up bar, where guests can create their own floral arrangements with guidance from an expert. Pair the blooms with a tea tower, brunch favorites, and their Mother Earth cocktail for the perfect Sunday celebration!
Reservations are available via OpenTable.
Kindling {202 South Franklin Street, Chicago, IL; 312.789.5992}
Celebrate Mom with the ultimate Mother’s Day brunch at Kindling, curated by James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer. Enjoy their signature brunch buffet featuring breakfast favorites alongside elevated specials like Chilaquiles and more. Additional stations include a variety of lunch offerings, like a Premier Prime Rib Carving Station, plus a decadent pastry and dessert spread with treats from West Town Bakery. For an extra touch, treat Mom to the Mimosa Bar, available for an additional cost. A ticket purchase also includes a special Mother’s Day welcome gift for Mom, a professional family photo opportunity, and a kids’ card-making station to create something special just for her!
Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Momotaro {820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL; 312.733.4818}
Looking to treat mom to a more non-traditional culinary adventure? Head to the West Loop’s Momotaro for an Asian-inspired feast featuring a special 4-course pre-fixe menu and all your favorite brunch beverages! Highlights of the set menu include Sashimi, Nigiri, Spicy Tuna Dip and Teishoku along with Crispy Chicken Katsu & Tuna Maki for the kids!
Reservations are available on OpenTable.
By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager