They’ve moved heaven and earth over the past year, working from home while wrangling housebound kids and remote learning. Mothers kept our spirits up, ran the world and got us through a pandemic — don’t they deserve a good meal?
If you’re treating the motherly figures in your life, here are 40 Chicago-area restaurants with special ways to celebrate May 9.
Aba
Treat mothers with a Mediterranean feast of avocado and fava bean spread, hummus with crudite, shrimp cocktail, beef tenderloin, za’atar-roasted chicken and double chocolate cake. Orders must be placed by May 7 for this Mother’s Day to-go menu, which costs $53 per person. 302 N. Green St., 773-645-1400, abarestaurants.com
Andros Taverna
Mother’s Day can be celebrated with brunch or special dinner at Andros Taverna. Brunch offerings include tahini chiffon cake with honey cream, rosewater galaktoboureko with raspberries, and chocolate frappé cake with coffee ganache. Dinner includes the Philotimo Feast with roasted leg of lamb and floral bouquets available for pre-order. 2542 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-365-1900, androstaverna.com
Antico Posto
Throughout Mother’s Day weekend, guests can treat their moms to a variety of specials designed for the occasion. Dine on seafood salad, burrata gnocchi, halibut or pecorino-crusted beef medallions, and then end the meal with coconut gelato pie. These specials are served along with the full menu for dining in or carryout. 118 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 630-586-9200; antico-posto.com
Avli
A three-course prix-fixe menu awaits to create a special Mother’s Day dining experience. Dine on citrus salad, poached salmon with orange glaze, and yogurt mousse with honey for dessert for $29 per person. 702 N. Wells St., 312-643-5656, avli.us
BLVD Steakhouse
For one day only, BLVD is offering brunch designed to delight motherly figures. For $55 per person, this three-course brunch includes cured salmon toast, pain perdu brioche French toast, shakshuka, chicken and waffles, and steak and eggs. Bloody marys, bottomless mimosas, and a seafood tower and caviar service are available to add. 817 W. Lake St., 312-526-3116, blvdchicago.com
Bub City
Since comfort is synonymous with mothers, join Bub City for a brunch filled with Southern-style comfort foods. Along with bottomless mimosas, guests can choose from cinnamon sticky buns, buttermilk biscuit sandwiches, waffles with strawberries, shrimp ‘n’ grits, Faroe Island salmon and more. Live music entertains from noon to 3 p.m. 435 N. Clark St., 312-610-4200, bub-city.com
Café Robey
Kick off Mother’s Day brunch with Cafe Robey’s signature “mom-osa,” before dining on options of coffee cake, French toast, pancakes, duck hash, eggs Benedict, shrimp and grits, plus a variety of sandwiches and burgers. Reservations recommended. 1600 N. Milwaukee Ave., 872-315-3084, therobey.com
Chiya Chai Café
Help mom unwind with a chai beverage of choice along with chiya chili potatoes or sauteed kale. Enjoy a savory pie, dumpling or curry bowl. Specials are available for dine-in, takeout or delivery. 2770 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-360-7541, chiyachai.com
Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant
A specially curated meal kit at Cooper’s Hawk starts off with pretzel bread and a salad, while mothers can choose between a choice of pistachio-crusted grouper, bourbon barbecue pork or Parmesan-crusted chicken. Finish off the holiday meal, which serves four people for $160, with lemon butter cake. Wine pairings and truffles are available to add. 6731 Dempster St., Morton Grove; 847-461-9991; chwinery.com
Crab Cellar
The feast never really has to end with this Old Town restaurant’s signature deal of unlimited king crab legs and prime burger ($150 per person), with the option to add sides. For those dining at home, family meals for two or four guests ($140 per person; $260 per person) include king crab legs, prime burgers, broccoli, hush puppies, fries, coleslaw and coconut cake. 1962 N. Halsted St., 773-248-1737, crabcellar.com
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
The all-day lounge vibes carry into Mother’s Day for a relaxing dining experience mixed with sweet and savory flavors. Bakery highlights include mango and chocolate croissants; ham and Gruyere croissants; lemon-ginger scones and more. All-day options include pancakes, country-style Benedict, a house-cured gravlax baguette sandwich, and corned beef hash and eggs. Brunch and all-day cocktails are available. Guests also receive a free half-stack of pancakes with grapefruit mimosa purchase. 455 E. Illinois St., 312-414-1400, cupitol.com
Daisies
Spend Mother’s Day dining on a family-style menu everyone will enjoy. Adults are $55 per person, and kids under 12 dine for free. The menu includes a selection of pastries, cured salmon, French toast, asparagus Benedict, truffle bruschetta, biscuits and gravy, granola and beef agnolotti (choose three), along with sides and beverages. 2523 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-661-1671, daisieschicago.com
Dear Margaret
Indulge mom at home with a $50 meal kit. Each kit serves two to four and includes spring vegetable quiche, spinach salad, house-cured bacon, six milk buns and house-cultured butter. Guests have the option to add on charcuterie, spreads or extra rolls, ($5-11) and a petite floral arrangement from Primrose ($20). 2965 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-360-8213, dearmargaretchi.com
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Ema
Mother’s Day can be celebrated with Ema’s brunch or dinner this year from the comfort of home. The meal includes cheese blintzes, labneh, salmon with “everything” bread, lamb shakshuka, fresh fruit and halvah cookies. Brunch packages ($35 per person) are available for pickup or delivery. Dinner is offered at $40 per person and includes Greek salad, salmon and beef tenderloin kebabs, Brussels sprouts and halvah cookies. Cocktail and wine kits are available for separate purchase. 74 W. Illinois St., 312-527-5587, emachicago.com
Farm Bar
Moms will take home a gift of Brown Dog Farm honey and a complimentary peach mimosa during brunch at this Lakeview restaurant, which will also offer a Mother’s Day menu featuring monkey bread, strawberry-rhubarb French toast and smoked trout Benedict. 1300 W. Wellington Ave., 773-281-2599, farm-bar.com
Firelake
After a relaxing day celebrating mom, bring her to Firelake for a special Mother’s Day dinner from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. This three-course prix-fixe dining experience includes starters or asparagus soup with blue crab, or cow’s milk burrata with prosciutto. Entrees include Chilean sea bass, braised short ribs or wild shrimp risotto. Tiramisu and carrot cake are available for dessert. Mother’s Day dinner is offered at $48 per person. 221 N. Columbus Drive, 312-477-0234, firelakechicago.com
Formento’s
Reservations are highly encouraged for Formento’s Mother’s Day brunch. Adults dine for $39 per person, while kids under 10 dine for $15 each. The menu features pastries, short ribs, grilled salmon, French toast and bucatini. A la carte items of toast and jam, bacon, fruits, potatoes and truffle fries are also available. 925 W. Randolph St., 312-690-7295, formentos.com
Geja’s Café
Decadent fondue is served up in this three-course experience for all moms to enjoy. For those celebrating at home, the fondue experience is offered as a takeout kit with instructions on how to enjoy. Everyone opting for dine-in service for Mother’s Day will receive a complimentary glass of rosé or nonalcoholic sparkling cider. 340 W. Armitage Ave., 773-281-9101, gejascafe.com
The Goddess and Grocer
Mothers deserve a morning to sleep in and some pampering before they’ve left the comfort of their bed. The Goddess and Grocer fittingly designed brunch meant to evoke a room service vibe. Designed for two, this brunch package ($75) starts off with a brunch cocktail, followed by a bevy of tantalizing bites that range from strawberry-lemon muffins to cinnamon French toast to chocolate-covered strawberries. Add on goodies like a cookie decorating kit, bacon macaroni-and-cheese and a spring flower bouquet. Go all out with “Every Mom is a Goddess” gift baskets, featuring items from the shop’s neighbors (Aesop, P45, Credo, Diptyque and more) and include local snacks, chocolate, décor items, candles, wine and items perfect for pampering mom ($95). 1649 N. Damen Ave., 773-342-3200, goddessandgrocer.com
Hub 51
Kick off Mother’s Day with bottomless mimosas ($28) and a complimentary glass of prosecco for mom. Specials of short rib and ham Benedict are offered alongside the full menu and are available for dine-in, patio dining, carryout and delivery. 51 W. Hubbard St., 312-828-0051, hub51chicago.com
I|O Godfrey
Spend Mother’s Day dining on a family-style prix-fixe brunch prepared by chef Alfonso Martinez. Brunch is $59 for adults and $15 for children under 12, and includes fresh fruit and green salad; choice of prime rib, salmon or gnocchi; with vegetables, sides and lavender-lemon meringue pie for dessert. 127 W. Huron St., 312-374-1830, iogodfrey.com
L. Woods
A special a la carte Mother’s Day menu has been handcrafted to ensure moms get the most indulgent options for their special day. This year’s offerings include roasted artichoke and goat cheese salad; whitefish prepared Oscar-style with jumbo crab, hollandaise and asparagus; prime rib; and cheesecake with Door County cherry sauce. 7110 N. Lincoln Ave., 847-677-3350, lwoodsrestaurant.com
Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
New for 2021 and just in time for Mother’s Day are new brunch offerings for indoor and outdoor dining at Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! Brunch items include Spanish-style French toast with housemade rhubarb jam; an avocado egg-and-cheese sandwich served on signature bread with tomato crudo and spicy pepper marmalade; plus patatas bravas topped with an egg and maple aioli. Dinner service is also available until 9 p.m. 441 N. Clark St., 312-985-6909, lilbabareeba.com
Old Town Pour House
Treat mom to a rock ‘n’ roll/-themed brunch featuring treats like the cleverly named Jon Bun Jovi, Chak Shuka Khan and The Boss. Guests can also build their own mimosa flight of four, featuring fun twists on the classic brunch cocktail like a Mulemosa. 1419 N. Wells St., 312-477-2800, oldtownpourhouse.com
PiniPico Brazilian Café
This Mother’s Day, enjoy classic Brazilian special brunch of empadas, coxinha, with a heart-shaped brigadeiro for dessert. All specials begin with a latte, cardamom rose matcha latte or horchata oat latte. 1538 N. Clark St., 312-624-8389, pinipico.com
Pizzeria Portofino
Mothers will remember being showered with love and affection May 9 — and, at this riverfront pizzeria, portrait sessions will give her physical proof as well. Mother’s Day guests can schedule a portrait session with a photographer and sweeping views of the city as their backdrop. Guests can add on a spring bouquet as well. The full menu is available, and reservations are required to participate in the photo session. 317 N. Clark St., 312-900-9018, pizzeriaportofino.com
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
A complimentary mimosa awaits mom at the beginning of Sunday brunch. For $20, guests can indulge in bottomless mimosas paired with the a la carte menu featured for Mother’s Day. Menu items include BYO omelets, biscuits and gravy, turtle French toast and the Rambler scrambler. Prices begin at $11. 4128 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-799-8881, theramblerchicago.com
Rewired Pizza Café & Bar
Moms can sit back and relax to live music beginning at 9 a.m. for Rewired’s Mother’s Day brunch. The a la carte brunch features the BELT (bacon, scrambled egg, lettuce and tomato) sandwich, biscuits and chorizo gravy, and chicken and waffles. Brunch cocktails of mimosas, bellinis, micheladas and bloody Marys are available to pair. 1100 W. Thorndale Ave., 773-360-1621, rewiredcafe.com
Robert et Fils
Enjoy a special picnic kit crafted to celebrate with the entire family. Each kit ($160) serves four and includes fresh juice, a bottle of wine, fresh bread, preserves, wild vegetables, Salade Maison and a whole roasted chicken stuffed with lemon, picoline olives and breadcrumbs. 4229 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-687-9179, robertetfilsrestaurant.com
The Rose Hotel Chicago O’Hare
High Tea at The Rose Hotel will put a particularly posh spin on your Mother’s Day. Seatings are available at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for $60 per adult and $30 for children 12 and under. Local musician Dina Bach will provide live entertainment, while guests dine on an elevated menu created just for Mother’s Day. 5200 Pearl St., Rosemont; 847-260-4770; the-rose-hotel.com
Saranello’s
A grand buffet awaits moms and their loved ones to celebrate the day that’s all about them. Brunch favorites are served along with carving stations of honey-glazed ham, roasted prime rib and smoked turkey breast. The buffet is available for $45 per adult and $23 per child under 12. Create-your-own mimosas and bloody Marys are available for $5. Reservations are required. 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; 847-777-6878; saranellos.com
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Scratchboard Kitchen
Guests are invited to enjoy Mother’s Day brunch for dine-in or from home with Scratchboard’s to-go kits. Brunch begins at 8 a.m. and includes ambrosia salad, avocado toast, crab omelets, scones and other freshly baked goods. Reservations are highly encouraged. Take-and-bake meal kits are $100 and serve four people. Options include yogurt parfaits, asparagus, bacon-and-leek rosti, French toast and scones. 5 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights; 847-749-3103; scratchboardkitchenah.com
Siena Tavern
Executive Chef Fabio Viviani has created a holiday-inspired brunch to celebrate mothers. Along with the signature brunch menu, guests can dine on options including jumbo lump crab omelet, fried burrata caprese and olive oil lemon cake. Reservations are required. 51 W. Kinzie St., 312-595-1322, sienatavern.com
The Signature Room
Spend Mother’s Day dining 95 stories above the city, with a three-course brunch designed just for her. Featured dishes include lobster bisque, steak and eggs, and house-smoked salmon. Complimentary cocktails are served for moms (including dog moms) for $49 per person. Reservations are required. 875 N. Michigan Ave., 312-787-9596, signatureroom.com
Sociale
Globally influenced dishes await those gathering at Sociale for Mother’s Day brunch. Highlights include blueberry pistachio pancakes ($16), corned beef hash ($18) and Sociale Benedict with Maryland crab cake ($32). Bellini’s, mimosas, sangria and cocktails are also available. Indoor dining and heated outdoor patio dining are available. 800 S. Clark St., 312-588-1100, goodeatsgroup.com
The Table at Crate
Chef Bill Kim created a four-course brunch menu that pays tribute to three special moms who have all impacted his life. Mother’s Day brunch has been designed to tell the story of these women and includes a spring asparagus sauté, Mama Kim’s savory pancakes, and Lola’s salmon criolla with garlic and white corn grits. Brunch is offered at $65 per person. 35 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 630-590-9444; tablecrate.com
Tiny Goat
Located in the quaint space above Little Goat, this petit restaurant is offering a multicourse meal for $75 per person. Cocktails, beer and wine are also available. 820 W. Randolph St., 312-888-3455, littlegoatchicago.com
Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar
Begin Mother’s Day brunch with a complimentary mimosa for mom before choosing from this year’s unique menu offerings. For 2021, Uvae is serving bacon brioche French toast, lobster cake Benedict, carrot and zucchini pancakes, chilaquiles with salsa verde, Nutella croissants and more ($8-$18). Weather permitting, guests can dine on the flower-lined sidewalk patio. 5553 N. Clark St., 773-654-1432, uvaechicago.com
Vanille Patisserie
Gift the incredible moms in your life a fresh-baked box of four petit gâteaus. Flavors include white chocolate mousse, vanilla cream, tropical and seasonal fruits ($25). Also offered is a brunch to-go kit including butter and chocolate croissants (with instructions for baking), a 9-inch vegetable quiche, seasonal fruit salad and a dozen mini desserts ($75). 2108 N. Clark St., 773-868-4574, vanillepatisserie.com
Virtue
Bust out the apron and cook up something delicious for the special mom in your life for Mother’s Day. This year, two specialty brunch boxes are available to choose from to enjoy from home and include cooking instructions. Each box contains farm fresh eggs, a pancake kit, biscuits, jam, gravy, a garden salad, sausage and cheese, with a choice of salmon ($98 for two) or boneless ribeyes ($124 for two). Pastry items and parfaits are available as add-ons. 1462 E. 53rd St., 773-947-8831, virtuerestaurant.com
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