No plans for Mother’s Day yet? We got you covered! With their diverse and delicious food scene, The Palm Beaches are the perfect destination to make mom happy! Here we have rounded up our top brunch spots to surprise your mom on Mother’s Day—Sunday, May 14.   

1. Elisabetta’s Ristorante, Delray Beach & West Palm Beach

Run by Chef Lisabet Summa and Big Time Restaurant Group, Elisabetta’s Ristorante is a classic Italian-style restaurant serving the freshest pasta in town. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm, enjoy a superb brunch experience with unlimited Mimosas, endless Bloody Marys, bottomless Bellinis, and infinite Aperol Spritz for $18 with the purchase of an entree. Elisabetta’s Ristorante has two amazing locations that won’t disappoint your mom: one in Downtown West Palm Beach a few steps away from the waterfront, and a second one in Delray Beach on East Atlantic Avenue.   Locations:  – 32 East Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444 – 185 Banyan Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

2. 1000 North, Jupiter

What about a meal on Jupiter’s waterfront with breathtaking views of the Jupiter Inlet and Lighthouse? 1000 North is a sophisticated high-end restaurant offering modern American regional cuisine, impeccable service, and the best views your mom can ask for! The restaurant offers Sunday brunch from 11 am to 3 pm featuring elevated regional dishes, craft cocktails, and an unparalleled wine list. Dine al fresco on The Terrace, tuck into a cozy and intimate booth in The Tavern, or watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen from the magnificent dining room. Want to impress your mom? Then arrive by boat! The 350-foot dock is always open to guests!   Location: 1000 North U.S. Highway 1, Jupiter, Florida 33477

3. Park Tavern, Delray Beach

Take your mom out for a zen brunch at Park Tavern, a popular restaurant set besides Worthing Park, one of the oldest and grandest natural environments on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. Park Tavern sources only local, sustainable, and high-quality ingredients and carefully chooses only top-quality fishermen, farmers, and ranchers. Additionally, everything is made in house, from bread to cured meats to condiments. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm. Bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Aperol Spritz, and Rosé are available for brunch, as well as creative brunch cocktails.   Location: 32 SE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444  

4. The Circle – The Breakers Palm Beach, Palm Beach

A Palm Beach tradition, Sunday Brunch at The Circle is an unparalleled buffet experience set in one of The Breakers most idyllic spaces. Surrounded by arched windows offering glimpses of the Atlantic, guests may indulge in an assortment of attended food stations and elaborately prepared dishes such as made-to-order omelets, carved beef tenderloin, a selection of fresh seafood, and decadent, housemade desserts. On Mother’s Day, brunch will be served from 9 am to 4 pm. You and mom will indulge in an exquisite buffet and an array of festive desserts as you sip unlimited Champagne cocktails, bloody marys and The Breakers’ custom-blended wine—all while a harpist passes from table to table. To reserve your table for this special, reservation-only event, simply call (561) 659-8488.

Location: One South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480

5. PapiChulo, Jupiter & Royal Palm Beach

Does mom prefer Latin food? PapiChulo offers a unique brunch with influences from Mexico, Cuba, Peru, Argentina and beyond in a colorful ambiance with a laid-back beach bar vibe. The brunch menu includes breakfast tacos, breakfast burritos, huevos rancheros, and delicious Mexican donuts. And to drink, besides the classic Mimosas and Bloody Marys, PapiChulo offers a not-to-be-missed Mexican Iced Coffee prepared with house-made coffee tequila cold brew, almond milk, cinnamon, and ice! Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm.   Locations:  – 1556 US Highway 1, Jupiter, FL 33469 – 1005 N. State Road 7 Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

6. City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill, West Palm Beach

City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill has been a beloved dining destination for 20 years. Curated by Chef Rolando Anoceto, the American menu features a daily selection of specials prepared with seasonal and local ingredients, handcrafted house charcuterie, and an in-house cheese market. City Cellar organizes a brunch every weekend from 11 am to 3 pm. Order a cheese and charcuterie board to share with mom and enjoy unlimited Mimosas and endless Bloody Marys for $17 with the purchase of an entree.   Location: Rosemary Square, 700 S Rosemary Avenue, Ste 218 West Palm Beach, FL 33401

7. DADA, Delray Beach

And for a brunch experience with a touch of art, book your table at Dada in Delray Beach. The restaurant opened in 2000 in the Tarrimore house, a historic house built around 1924 and listed as a historic site in Delray Beach. The non-conformist restaurant is characterized by an original and unique atmosphere, eclectic interior design, and revolving artwork. Brunch is served each Sunday from 11 am to 2:30 pm. The brunch menu features creative dishes made with sustainable ingredients, including a wide variety of shareables, eggs cooked in several ways, and much more. Bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Marys are available for $16. Does mom prefer Rosé? DADA offers Rosé All Day for $18 (two-hour limit).   Location: 52 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444

8. La Goulue, Palm Beach

Celebrate Mother’s Day on Palm Beach Island in a Classic French bistro serving meticulously prepared French cuisine in a lively and welcoming bistro chic setting. On Mother’s Day, in addition to the regular brunch menu, La Goulue will offer a special Quiche au Hommard & Poireaux.

Location: 288 S County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480  

9. Cornell Café at The Moriakmi Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach

Embark on a culinary journey to the Land of the Rising Sun at the Cornel Café. Located inside the Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens, the restaurant offers a Pan-Asian-inspired menu and beautiful views of a placid lake and gardens. On Mother’s Day, the Morikami Museum’s plein air restaurant will roll out a special Sashimi and Maki Roll combo platter, featuring fresh tuna and salmon sashimi, and assorted sushi including kani and avocado California rolls, and shrimp tempura topped with spicy tuna. Museum admission is required to visit the restaurant. Mother’s Day hours at the Cornell Café are 11 am to 3 pm.   Location: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach.

10. Ember Grill, Delray Beach

Located inside The Ray Hotel, Ember Grill is a homage to the classic American grill, serving reimagined classics thoughtfully paired with craft cocktails. The open kitchen, dining room, and plush terrace are the perfect spots to enjoy time with mom while savoring dishes by renowned Las Vegas Chef Joe Zanelli. Ember Grill will be hosting a special Mother Day’s Brunch from 11 am to 3 pm. Featuring seafood specialties, delicious brunch fare, assorted meats, cheeses, and desserts, show love to your mom this holiday!   Location: Ember Grill, 233 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444  

11. 3800 Ocean Restaurant & Lounge, Singer Island

With picturesque ocean views, 3800 Ocean Bar & Lounge inside the Marriott Singer Island Resort & Spa offers a varied menu that blends South Florida and regional flavors that inspire the team of chefs. On Mother’s Day, treat mom to a delicious brunch buffet from noon to 5 pm. The exquisite brunch features an array of flavorful displays and decadent stations. The Raw Bar Station features Chili Con Limon Poached Shrimp, Local Oysters on the Half Shell, and Snow Crab Claws dressed in a Smoked Corn Remoulade. The Chef’s Carving Station serves Roasted Garlic and Cherrywood Smoked Sea Salt-Encrusted Prime Rib, accompanied by a local IPA demi-glace with grain mustard and tarragon. The Artisanal Cheese and Charcuterie display is decorated with a selection of Roasted Nuts, Dried Fruit, and a Spring Vegetable Crudité. Pastry Chef Kursten Restivo’s dessert station offers mom-approved sweet treats and delights. After brunch, locals can indulge in a mother-daughter spa day at SiSpa and enjoy access to the resort’s amenities. Reservations for brunch at 3800 Ocean are required by calling (561) 340-1795.   Location: Marriott Singer Island Resort & Spa, 3800 North Ocean Drive, Singer Island, FL 33404

12. Pavilion Grille, Boca Raton

One of South Florida’s most famous venues for special events, Pavilion Grille will feature 6 varied food stations on Mother’s Day: An Antipasti & Salad Station, Chef Attended Omelet Station, Assorted Entree Station, Chef Attended Carving Station, Breakfast Station and Kids Station. The brunch buffet stations will feature an array of delicious favorites, including house, seafood, prosciutto and more, penne a la Vodka, eggplant rollatini, sweet & sour chicken, NY strip steak, honey baked ham and plank salmon. Desserts include assorted ice creams, cakes, pies, and fresh fruit. Brunch is served from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm.  To make a reservation, call: 561-912-0000.   Location: 301 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33431.

13. Polpo Palm Beach, Manalapan

Polpo Palm Beach is an Italian-inspired upscale restaurant nestled in the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. There, you can enjoy upscale fare inspired by regional dishes, an Italian-influenced wine selection, handcrafted cocktails, and classic aperitifs and digestives. Dine inside or outside, within sight of the ocean and the terrace firepit.  On Mother’s Day, the restaurant will offer a special brunch with various food stations including a tropical fruit and parfait display, a raw bar, a vegetable station, a cheese and charcuterie station, an omelet station, a carving station and much more.  Brunch is served from 11:30 am to 3 pm. Bottomless premium mimosas and Bloody Marys will also be available.   Location: 100 South Ocean Blvd. Manalapan, FL 33462

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