Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 14, 2023, and this is the year to really ramp up the celebration. We at Allied Plumbing & Heating Supply Co recommend brunch with your mom at a top local restaurant. An outing with her family is a lovely gift she won’t soon forget. So, treat mom right on this special day with a wonderful meal. Start by making reservations at one of these top spots in Chicago.

Funkenhausen

Mothers Day Brunch Place SettingPamper your mom on her special day at Funkenhausen. Think beer hall, cuckoo clocks, and an open kitchen serving German classics with a southern spin. Chef Mark Steuer’s sweet and savory menu options take Mother’s Day brunch to a whole new level. He combines cuisines, cultures, and childhood memories to create a menu that reimagines his fondest meals with a modern and innovative twist.

Last year, this pick opened its doors on Mother’s Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offered all the moms complimentary mimosas. Make your reservations online to ensure your table, as this is a popular spot for celebrating. If you need a last-minute gift, grab a new label from Funkenhausen’s wine shop at the front of the restaurant.

  • Location: 1709 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago.
  • Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

The Dearborn Tavern

 The Dearborn Tavern is an architecture lover’s dream. So, if mom is into Chicago’s historic buildings, you just have to take her to this restaurant on Mother’s Day. She’s going to enjoy its seasonal, market-driven dishes and scrumptious cocktails. Because this award-winning destination is so close to attractions such as theaters, museums, and shops, it’s the perfect spot to fill up a wonderful meal before exploring.

While Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri hasn’t released the Mother’s Day brunch menu yet, we expect it to be similar to previous offerings with dishes such as Dutch apple pancakes, cinnamon roll monkey bread, and roasted-pear grilled cheese sandwiches. Even though it’s surprising to see its tavern-style pies listed as well, they’re some of the best pizzas in the Windy City. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Moms got a long-stemmed red rose last year, plus the chance to sample the special dessert: a blackberry mousse eclair.

  • Location: 145 N. Dearborn St., Chicago.
  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

Bar Mar by José Andrés

Offer mom a trip to José Andrés’ seafood-focused Bar Mar in the Bank of America Tower. She’ll love this bright, elegant space and its nautical theme, including the glowing octopus sculpture above the bar and floor-to-ceiling windows. This chic dining room is a terrific spot for people-watching as bustling Chicagoans stroll by outside. Visit for the holiday brunch, and you just might earn the title of mom’s favorite for the day.

Andrés designed the menu at Bar Mar to encourage you to celebrate the occasion — and the bounty of the sea. This famous humanitarian chef’s brilliant renditions of your favorite seafood classics, such as fresh oysters, fried calamari, and lobster rolls, are all infused with Spanish and Latin-American flavors. You can also add a festive cocktail or glass of wine to the experience. Don’t pass up on dessert, either. It’s a celebration, after all, and the sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream is simply divine.

  • Location: 120 N. Wacker Dr., Chicago.
  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

Bistronomic

Give mom a break from kitchen duty and take her to brunch at Bistronomic. This establishment is the long-time dream child of Chef Martial Noguier. It’s a charming bistro in the Gold Coast neighborhood, and with its chic, contemporary decor, it’s precisely the kind of place families go to celebrate Mother’s Day. Of course, there’s more, too. Bistronomic also touts a stylish and luxurious patio that’s just right for toasting your parent on this memorable holiday.

Noguier prepares his delicious menu items with fresh, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients from Midwest farms. Everyone will enjoy this restaurant’s modern cuisine rooted in French culture. Its standard brunch menu includes all your breakfast favorites, such as traditional eggs benedict, buttermilk pancakes with a drizzle of butterscotch sauce, and a wild mushroom omelet. You can also get something more lunchy, such as a club sandwich or even a burger.

  • Location: 840 N. Wabash, Chicago.
  • Hours: Lunch runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, while dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (and until 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). Weekend brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

LUXBAR

LUXBAR is a wonderful place for comfort food, even on Mother’s Day. This upscale neighborhood hangout has been serving made-from-scratch American favorites since 2005. The bar dominates the restaurant, and its checkerboard floors, rich wood walls, and black marble accents provide a warm and relaxing vibe. If you prefer an al fresco dining experience, the spacious sidewalk patio is an ideal spot for brunch.

Executive Chef Noel Jaramillo-Osorio takes a classic approach to the menu and puts an emphasis on high-quality ingredients to make dishes such as the Luxbar skillet. This signature meal features two eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage, and toast. If mom has a sweet tooth, the Nutella waffle with bruléed bananas and maple syrup should do the trick. Add a delicious cup of Joe to wash it down — or opt for a Bloody Mary and make it a gala affair.

  • Location: 18 E. Bellevue, Chicago.
  • Hours: 11 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to midnight Saturday and Sunday.

Mom is a special woman, so show her how much you appreciate all she’s done for you by treating her to a wonderful meal. We put together this list of top Chicago restaurants to make it easy for you to narrow down your many choices. Let us know which one you settle on, and tell us what she thinks of our picks. Drop us a line. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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