Some moms want flowers. Some want brunch with a side of live music and a mimosa they didn’t have to make themselves. Luckily, Houston is delivering on all of it this year for Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 10), with restaurants rolling out everything from luxe tasting menus to sprawling buffets and celebratory specials. Whether you’re going big, going casual or just going wherever still had a 10:30 a.m. table, here’s where to take mom out this year.
Arnaldo Richards’ Picos, 3601 Kirby
Enjoy a festive Mother’s Day brunch buffet all weekend long with an elevated spread and specialty cocktails. Live mariachi sets the tone, with performances from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday.
The Audrey, 9595 Six Pines
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., brunch on highlights like lavender pancakes and egg and prosciutto benedict, plus a complimentary mimosa for mom.
Brasserie du Parc, 1440 Lamar
Brasserie du Parc is serving a Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a three-course menu for $65 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages. The lineup leans classic French bistro with a celebratory twist, including crab benedict, steak and eggs, smoked salmon avocado toast, lobster bisque and burrata, plus desserts like raspberry napoleon and Dubai chocolate cake.
Caracol, 2200 Post Oak
Treat mom to a Mother’s Day brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music by Ikaru runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The buffet is $58 per person and $17 per child plus beverage, tax and gratuity.
Doris Metropolitan, 2815 South Shepherd
Usually closed on Sundays, Doris Metropolitan is making a special exception for Mother’s Day, opening for brunch from noon to 5 p.m. with its regular menu as well as a burger special.
Etoile Cuisine et Bar, 1101-11 Uptown Park
Dine on classic French dishes like lobster bisque, shrimp cocktail with avocado, beef tenderloin tartare and smoked salmon eggs benedict. Desserts include île flottante, Meyer lemon tart and strawberry roulé. Brunch from 11 a.m. for $78 per person plus beverages, tax and gratuity, with a kids menu available for $34.
Guard & Grace, 500 Dallas
Guard & Grace is offering a Mother’s Day brunch feature menu on Sunday, May 10 alongside its full à la carte service in a modern, upscale setting. Highlights include warm monkey bread with sea salt caramel, Maine lobster benedict with red curry hollandaise, Kal-bi short rib benedict, duck confit hash, steak and eggs and a Creekstone Farms burger, plus omelets and sandwiches for broader brunch options.
Hotel Granduca Houston, 1080 Uptown Park
Hotel Granduca is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch with reservations available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu blends seasonal specials with Remi favorites, including Kaluga Huso caviar service, crab cake benedict, lobster and burrata toast, potato gnocchi, pan-seared Chilean sea bass, braised short rib and spring quiche with smoked salmon. Reservations are required.
Hugo’s, 1600 Westheimer
Hugo’s is offering a Mexican brunch buffet spread from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with live music by Viento from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $58 per person and $17 per child plus beverage, tax and gratuity.
Hungry’s, 2356 Rice, 14714 Memorial, 5750 Woodway
All moms receive a complimentary mimosa with brunch on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with menu favorites like Chicken and Waffles, Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, Croissant French Toast and Belgian Waffles. Sister concept NextDoor Bar & Lounge is also offering moms a complimentary mimosa with brunch.
Hypsi at Hotel Daphne, 347 West 20th
Hypsi is serving a Mother’s Day prix-fixe brunch on Sunday, May 10 alongside a Puppy Lounge in partnership with SPCA from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the event lawn. The brunch menu includes a warm pastry basket, sourdough panettone waffle, farm egg frittata and beef short rib hash, with desserts like frozen cannoli, chocolate torte and pistachio pie.
Juliet, 5857 Westheimer
For Mother’s Day, Juliet is rolling out its new Sunday brunch as a buffet on Sunday, May 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy things like crème brûlée French toast, fried lobster tail and waffles, blackened shrimp and grits, Bloody Marys, margaritas and Moët carafes.
Kenny & Ziggy’s New York Delicatessen, 1743 Post Oak
Kenny & Ziggy’s is serving Mother’s Day breakfast, lunch and dinner on Sunday, May 10 with half-price mimosas from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a complimentary pink and white cookie for all moms.
King Steak, 2200 Post Oak
Mother’s Day brunch runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a family-style spread – think beef tenderloin, salmon piccata and honey-glazed ham alongside brunch favorites including eggs any style, shrimp and avocado toast, lemon ricotta pancakes and brioche French toast, plus sides like jalapeño hash browns and spring vegetables. Pricing is $75 per adult and $35 per child 10 and under.
Leo’s River Oaks, 2009 West Gray
Enjoy brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with dishes such as brioche French toast with almond crunch and orange ginger anglaise and avocado toast topped with jumbo lump crab and smoked trout roe, alongside live music and cocktails. Moms receive a complimentary mimosa.
Local Table, multiple locations; Local Bar, 10615 Fry, 24033 Cinco Ranch
All moms receive a complimentary mimosa with brunch at Local Table locations across Houston, with the full signature menu and patio dining in play. Sister concepts Local Bar and Local Spot are also offering moms a complimentary mimosa with brunch.
Lombardi Cucina Italiana, 1101 Uptown Park
Brunch on modern Italian fare including house-made pastas, pristine seafood, inventive cocktails and a strong Italian-focused wine list.
Maison Chinoise, 1958 West Gray
The Mother’s Day spread includes dim sum, handcrafted dumplings and shareable dishes meant for the table, plus curated wines and cocktails for toasting the day.
Mayahuel, 811 Buffalo Park
Mother’s Day brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., built around dishes like chilaquiles, eggs benedict and housemade pastries alongside special brunch features, plus live music and a complimentary agua de jamaica spritz for moms. A six-piece macaron box is available for $18.
Ouisie’s Table, 3939 San Felipe
Enjoy an à la carte menu of Southern-eclectic favorites plus seasonal specials – think deviled eggs, crab cake benedict, cornmeal pancakes, eggs dishes and grilled lamb chops or wagyu strip, plus desserts like chocolate mousse cake and pistachio cake. Every guest receives a signature pear-shaped sugar cookie. Brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, 113 6th
Pier 6 keeps it coastal for Mother’s Day with a full day of brunch service featuring chef Joe Cervantez’s menu alongside holiday specials. Expect hot chicken doughnuts, lobster benedict, barbecue shrimp and grits and cold seafood platters, plus half-off bottles of Maddalena and San Simeon wines. Guests will also find complimentary florals and themed décor including a rose wall photo moment.
Rainbow Lodge, 2011 Ella
The three-course Mother’s Day brunch runs from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., priced at $79 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages, with a kids menu available for $40. Enjoy a wild game-forward menu includes smoked duck gumbo, Texas quail bites, hanger steak and eggs, braised bison short rib benedict, Gulf red snapper and smoked salmon toast, plus desserts like croissant bread pudding, chocolate mousse cake and lemon ice box pie tart. Blvd
Savoir, 1344 Yale
Savoir is serving a Mother’s Day three-course brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $65 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages, with dishes like lobster salad, crab benedict, shrimp and grits, beef cheek agnolotti, steak and eggs and short ribs, plus desserts such as gianduja mousse and mixed berry tart.
State Fare Kitchen & Bar, 947 Gessner, 1900 Hughes Landing
Grab a family-friendly Mom’s Day brunch from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a dedicated menu of sweet and savory favorites. Look for a curated Mother’s Day board with items like eggs benedict, strawberries and waffles and avocado toast, plus a complimentary mimosa for moms.
Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, 6401 Woodway, 1140 Eldridge
Sylvia’s is bringing back its Mother’s Day brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a Tex-Mex spread of classics, priced at $34.95 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages, with kids under 12 at $12.95. Expect chile con queso, ceviche, guacamole, chilaquiles, made-to-order omelets, street tacos, five signature enchiladas and desserts like tres leches, flan and buñuelos, plus $4 bar specials including mimosas, sangria and Bloody Marys.
Tony’s, 3755 Richmond
Tony’s is opening exclusively for Mother’s Day for a special daytime service featuring a three-course prix-fixe menu with seasonal selections and signature classics alongside live music. The experience ends with a trio of desserts including strawberry shortcake, Italian beauty and key lime pie. Pricing is $80 per person and $30 for children 12 and under.
Toulouse Café & Bar, 4444 Westheimer
Toulouse Café & Bar is celebrating Mother’s Day with French-inspired brunch and dinner specials layered into its regular menu. Think classic French-Belgian dishes, indulgent brunch plates, curated wines and cocktails, all served in a lively café-style setting.
Traveler’s Table, 520 Westheimer
Traveler’s Table is marking Mother’s Day weekend with a special brunch and dinner lineup running Friday through Sunday. Brunch features the Pink Señorita Margarita alongside dishes like the Peaches and Cream Dutch Baby and Chesapeake Oysters. Dinner plates include Oxtail Empanadas and Duck Pad Thai, finishing with a Pink Iced Bundt Cake.
The Original Ninfa’s, 2704 Navigation, 1700 Post Oak
All moms receive a complimentary two-piece truffle box from Mostly Chocolate (while supplies last), featuring one limited-edition Mother’s Day flavor like brown butter caramel, strawberry knafeh, cereal milk or fudge cheesecake alongside a fan-favorite truffle. Sip the $10 “Como la Flor” cocktail, made with vodka, grapefruit juice, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice and sparkling rosé.
Pizaro’s Pizza, 1000 West Gray
Pizaro’s Pizza is hosting a ticketed Mother’s Day brunch featuring bottomless mimosas and buffet-style margherita pizzas with Napoletana and New York options. Caesar and house salads are also included, along with a few additional surprises.
Urbe, 101 Uptown Park
URBE is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch buffet with live music by Rumba Maya from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Pricing is $47 per person and $17 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.
Willie’s Grill & Icehouse, multiple locations
Willie’s is offering a $19.99 three-course Mother’s Day menu on Saturday and Sunday with a choice of appetizer, entrée and mini dessert. All locations are also serving $4 Mom-garitas (regular, strawberry or swirled), plus 20 percent off e-gift cards on May 8–9. Dine-in only.
Xochi, 1777 Walker
Enjoy Mother’s Day brunch buffet on Sunday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with live music by Sol y Son from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The buffet is $58 per person and $17 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.
Zaranda, 1550 Lamar
Zaranda is offering a festive three-course Mother’s Day brunch with seasonal starters and entrées like steak and eggs, fish, lamb hash and French toast. The experience includes live music, complimentary valet and views of Discovery Green from floor-to-ceiling windows and the patio. Pricing is $59 per person and $17 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.
