LAKE ELSINORE, CA — Mother's Day 2025 is almost here, on Sunday, May 10. It's time to impress your mom (or wife) and make your dining and activities reservations ahead of schedule. Whether you call the restaurant directly or make a reservation on OpenTable, sooner is better than later.
Brunch reservations at smaller, more intimate restaurants fill up quickly, and multiple chain options offer delicious food and excellent service. Many have reservations currently available on OpenTable. Whether you indulge in gourmet dining, send mom to relax at a spa, or plan a family outing to a creative workshop or scenic outdoor adventure, plan ahead to ensure a fun and relaxing day for all.
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Are you busy on Mother's Day Sunday? Consider taking Mom for a relaxing brunch or lunch, like the Bubbles & Bliss, A Mother's Day Celebration at C'est la Vie at Europa Village on Saturday, May 10, or book an afternoon tea and carriage ride at the Temecula Carriage Company.
Plan your visit and explore the full Temecula Valley Mother’s Day Events Calendar to create a celebration they’ll never forget.
In and around Lake Elsinore and Wildomar, we suggest the following brunch, lunch, or dinner options:
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Canyon Lake Country Club Bar & Grill: Located at 32001 Railroad Canyon Rd, Canyon Lake. Reservations are still available. Overlooking Canyon Lake's beautiful golf course, the Country Club Bar & Grill is a laid-back, casual atmosphere restaurant that is open to the public. The restaurant offers a casual menu that integrates nicely with the leisure of a golf course with daily specials and happy hour all through the week.
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The Brunch House: 2 Locations In Temecula: Doffo Winery at 36083 Summitville Street requires call-ahead reservations only at 951-383-0620. At both locations, enjoy strawberry pancakes and Dubai chocolate strawberry waffles, specifically on Mother's Day. Walk in and put your name down for last-minute Mother's Day visits; no reservations are being made for the smaller venue at the Temecula Parkway at 32475 Temecula Parkway, Suite G103-B.
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Small Barn Old Town: 28535 Old Town Front Street—This charming bistro in Old Town Temecula is good for special occasions and great for outdoor dining. Reviewers on OpenTable love the outdoor dining, the polite servers, the food quality, and the ambiance. Expect to spend between $30 and $50 per person.
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Corbeaux Wine and Tea House: Temecula: 41923 Second Street, Suite 105: If you've never stepped inside Old Town Temecula's Corbeaux Wine and Tea House, you're in for a treat. Owned by Regan Schneider, winemaker of Matin Du Bois winery, the restaurant is open for brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, along with exclusive high tea and special events at least once a month.
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Benihana: Temecula: 26420 Ynez Road—Offering teppanyaki with a personal chef, Benihana is ideal for entertainment and dining with family and friends. Expect communal tables, a meal, and a show. OpenTable reviewers enjoy the quality of the Teppanyaki chefs and the food, but not the wait for a table space.
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Gourmet Italia: 27499 Ynez Road—This casual, elegant Sicilian restaurant is a neighborhood gem, according to OpenTable. Reviewers love the food, primarily the house-made Caesar salad, ambiance, and service.
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Quiero Brunch: Temecula: 27423 Ynez Road, Suite 103, next door to "The Press Espresso" and "Oboba Tea," this restaurant celebrates the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, immersing guests in the cultural significance of the food and beverages served here. Breakfast favorites are served with a Mexican twist like tres leches pancakes, churro waffles, and mazapán and dulce de leche lattes.
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Bluewater Grill - Temecula: 26700 Ynez Court - Reviewers love the fresh seafood, friendly servers, and outdoor dining. Reservations on OpenTable are still available.
In Southwest Riverside County, consider these Mother's Day activities for mom and the whole family:
There's no substitute for a spa day at Pechanga Resort Casino's Spa Pechanga, or a day spent at Glen Ivy, or the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. If they are sold out on Mother's Day, a gift card will go a long way.
There is no shortage of casual restaurants, such as Applebee's, BJ's Restaurant and Brew House, The Cheesecake Factory, Chili's, Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ, P.F. Chang's, and Texas Roadhouse, many of which are offering brunch reservations on Mother's Day.