Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner 2022: SF Bay Area Restaurant Specials

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA — Mother's Day this year falls on Sunday, May 8.

For those planning to treat Mom and the family to a lavish brunch or dinner feast, check out Patch's annual restaurant guide to Mother's Day on-site dining specials and takeout deals throughout cities in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Do note that some specials run all weekend, and others may require reservations or advance ordering. So don't delay!

If you need visual inspiration, scroll through the photo slideshow at top of this post to check out the delectable dishes.

If you know of other neighborhood eateries offering mom-worthy deals, share with readers in the comments section.

And to all mothers, grandmas, stepmoms, foster moms and aunties, too, Happy Mother's Day from Patch!

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ALLEY & VINE: Three-course Mother's Day brunch will be served 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. May 8 ($55 per person) with such specials as dungeness crab cake with caper remoulade & frisee salad and manjari chocolate pot de creme (Vietnamese coffee mousse). Kids' Mother's Day menu also offered ($25) with salad, choice of French toast or bacon, egg & cheese sandwich, plus ice cream sundae. Reservations here. At 1332 Park St., Alameda.
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AMOURA: The family-owned, Eastern Mediterranean restaurant in SSF will host Mother’s Day brunch (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.) with mezze, kebabs & such specials as eggs Benedict, salmon & prawns with garlic lemon sauce & grilled lamb chops. Beverage options include $15 bottomless mimosas and $12 Za'atar Bloody Mary. Location: 713 Linden Ave., South San Francisco. Booking info.
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ARMADILLO WILLY'S: For BBQ-loving mamas who would love an at-home feast, family-style platters, serving four, can be pre-ordered. Options: Texas BBQ ribs ($56.99); Lone Star Chicken ($46.99); combo of ribs & chicken ($69.99); or The Belly Buster with ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork & sausage ($95.99). All include four cornbread muffins & two sides. Follow this link & download menu. Locations in Dublin, Los Altos, San Mateo, San Jose, Santa Clara & Sunnyvale.
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BIG WHITE HOUSE WINERY & JOHN EVAN CELLARS: A special, Mother's Day "Wine & Gelato" pairing (with gelato from Aldo's Italian Ice & Gelato & perfect for the kids!) with live music planned 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Wine tasting 11:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. At 6800 Greenville Road, Livermore. Tickets here. Adult & child tickets offered.

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BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE: A Mom's Day gift: All moms who dine in May 7-8 will receive a free, stemless wine glass with 2022 "Happy Mother’s Day" logo. Plus, purchase $50 eGift card through May 8 & receive $10 bonus card that can be redeemed from May 9 to June 19. For those celebrating at home, BJ’s also offers takeout family meals & range of catering options that serve up to 12. See website. Find locations in Brentwood, Concord, Cupertino, Newark, Salinas, San Bruno, San Jose, San Mateo, San Rafael, Santa Rosa, & Vacaville.
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BUCA DI BEPPO: Takeout packages offered Mother's Day weekend for pick-up or delivery May 6-8. Serving five, to-go special ($65) includes bread and choice of salad & pasta, plus dessert. Another version ($75) includes same, but with added entree. See here for details & order deadlines and links. Locations: Campbell & Palo Alto.
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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: CPKs are offering a way to show your love for Mom: heart-shaped, crispy thin crust pizzas. The special is for dine-in only May 8. Details. Locations listed here.
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CANELA BISTRO & WINE BAR: "Mom’s Night Off - Dinner Meal Kit To-Go" (feeds four/$195) comes chilled with reheating instructions & features choice of truffled mushroom or mixed seafood paella, bacon-wrapped, cheese-stuffed dates, salad, tortilla Espanola & strawberry shortcake. Available for pick-up or delivery Friday & Saturday, May 6-7. Ordering links here. Or dine on-site for Mother's Day dinner with reservations here. At 2272 Market St., San Francisco.
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COLIBRI MEXICAN BISTRO: The restaurant, formerly in SF Union Square, reopened at Presidio Officers' Club and is offering a Mother's Day special: complimentary mimosas for all moms May 8. Special homemade chilaquiles also on brunch menu. Reservations here. At 50 Moraga Avenue, San Francisco.
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CORNER BAKERY: On Saturday & Sunday, May 7-8, the matriarchs of your family will recieve complimentary bakery item with purchase of lunch or dinner entrée. Or surprise Mom with with breakfast in bed & order from an array of to-go breakfast items, including limited time offer of Blueberry Topped Pancakes. Website here. See locales in Palo Alto, Pleasanton, San Francisco & San Jose.

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CUDA RIDGE WINES: "Roses & Rosé Mother's Day" planned May 8 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. with Bordeaux flights of new 2021 Margo Rosé, complimentary roses for all mothers& pre-purchase charcuterie boards. Reservations here. At 2400 Arroyo Road, Livermore.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: Mother's Day falls on a Sunday, and ... kids, 12 and under, eat free on Sundays with minimum $10 purchase at participating locations. One kids' meal per check. The offer is for dine-in, delivery and carryout orders. Use code KEFOLO at online checkout. Not valid with other coupons, offers, discounts or promos. See website here. Location finder here.
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EL POLLO LOCO: Here's a Mom's Day deal: Purchase $50 e-gift card & a free eight-piece Family Meal, with chicken, two large sides, tortillas & salsa. Offer runs May 5-9, and can be redeemed via restaurant website or app.Location finder here.

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EL TORITO: Enjoy all-you-can-eat Mother’s Day brunch 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 8, with ham & tri-tip carving station, build-your-own tacos, made-to-order omelets, $5 cadillac margs, Bloody Marys, micheladas, unlimited champagne & more. (NOTE ONE EXCEPTION: Marina del Rey restaurant offering four-course, prix-fixe brunch menu for $34.) Website here. Locations in Long Milpitas, Monterey, San Leandro & Stockton.

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EUREKA!: Treat Mom to "Mommy’s On a Break" cocktail paired with $35 prix-fixe menu. Starter choices: crispy, glazed Brussels sprouts; spinach & artichoke dip; or mac n’ cheese balls. Entree selections: Fresno fig burger; spicy chicken sandwich; cowboy burger; veggie beet burger; or cobb salad. "Mommy’s On a Break" blends tequila, blood orange, yuzu, Grand Poppy Amaro, rosemary & lemon. Mother's Day special runs May 4-10. Website. Locations include Berkeley, Concord, Cupertino, Mountain View & Santa Clara.

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FAZ RESTAURANT & BAR: Mother's Day brunch & dinner will be served May 8 from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. with carving station for prime rib, pork loin & salmon, seafood station with salmon & shrimp, salads, flatbreads, plus such breakfast & dinner dishes as omelets, French toast, chicken kabobs, brick-oven pizzas, rigatoni with sundried-tomato cream sauce & more. Adults $65/children 6 - 12 $30/children 5 & under free. Details. At 600 Hartz Ave., Danville.

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FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE: Mother's Day special offered May 7-8, with three-course menu featuring salad, dessert and filet mignon paired with choice of crab-stuffed shrimp or lobster tail scampi. Dinner menu and children’s three-course available all day. Also offered for pick-up or delivery. Restaurants in Palo Alto, Santa Clara & Walnut Creek.
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GARRE VINEYARD & WINERY: Mother's Day brunch set May 8. Adults (12 & up): $55+. Ages 4-11: $22+. Reservations required via (925) 371-8200 ext. 108# . Location: 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore.

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GREENS RESTAURANT: Dine out for Mother's Day at the vegetarian eatery at historic Fort Mason Center with views of San Francisco Bay & Golden Gate Bridge. Special brunch, plus complimentary flowers for all mother figures, runs 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 8. Reservation link here. At 2 Marina Blvd., Fort Mason, San Francisco.

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INTERNATIONAL SMOKE: Chef Michael Mina & Ayesha Curry's restaurant features two special dishes for Mother’s Day weekend, May 6-8, along with a la carte menu. The Chicken & Waffle dish offers crispy croquette, buttermilk waffle, pea tendrils & Sambal-maple syrup ($24), and Maine Lobster Udon Carbonara includes smoked pork belly, hen egg & parmesan ($42). Reservations. At 301 Mission St., San Francisco.
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JARANITA PERUVIAN ROTISSERIE: Treat Mom to Peruvian-inspired brunch Saturday & Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. for Mother's Day weekend. Among specials: bottomless mimosas with choice of orange, Chicha (spiced, purple Peruvian corn) or pineapple juice ($30); Milanesa Jarana ($24) with panko-crusted chicken, salad, fries, fried egg & Jaranita sauce; and Jaranita Burger ($21), beef patty, cheese, bacon, fried egg, chimichurri, fries & salad. Reservations. 3340 Steiner St., San Francisco.
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JOHNNY DOUGHNUTS: Surprise Mom with Mother's Day Gift Box ($40), featuring limited-edition Blueberry Crumble Raised Doughnut, decorated with a real mini flower bouquet. Also included Lime Poppyseed; Brown Butter Cake; Chocolate Salted Caramel Old Fashioned; Classic Glaze; and Raspberry Bismark. Go here for order links. Available for pick-up Sunday, May 8. Shops in Larkspur, San Francisco & San Rafael.

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KAIYO COW HOLLOW: A prix-fixe, two-course Mother’s Day brunch ($38 per person. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.) from Chef Alex Reccio will including choices of karaage-style chicken & waffles,plus vegetarian/vegan options. Dinner service (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) will feature some Mother's Day specials, as well. Located at 1838 Union St., San Francisco. Reservations here.
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KRISPY KREME: Just in time for your Mother's Day brunch, the chain brings back its Sundays-only special: “Cinnamon Sundays.” The Original Glazed Cinnamon Roll is available individually or in four-packs. This is a Sunday-exclusive item, and the big day for Mom is Sunday, May 8! Info here. Location finder here.
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LA MAR CEBICHERIA PERUANA: Mother's Day buffet planned 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Peruvian restaurant ($109 per person/$39 for children 12 & under), with stations featuring causa and salads, empanadas, cebiche and entree choices including catch of the day, stir-fried portobello mushroom, linguini and conchitas, grilled Maine diver scallops. Includes dessert, too. At Pier 1 ½, The Embarcadero, San Francisco. Reservations & full menu here.
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MACARONI GRILL: Mother's Day weekend specials will include gorgonzola steak and Amalfi grilled salmon. Go here for info. Restaurants will open at 11 a.m. Locations in El Cerrito, Milpitas, Stockton.
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MACARTHUR PARK RESTAURANT: Mother's Day brunch & dinner will be hosted at landmark eatery May 8, with brunch 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. & dinner 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Adults $65; children 6–12 $30; 5 & under free. Service include carving station with prime rib, salmon & pork loin, seafood , salads, breakfast dishes (brunch only) & desserts, plus such dishes as ribs, BBQ chicken, pasta & more. Menu info & reservations here. At 27 University Ave., Palo Alto.

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MCGRAIL VINEYARDS & WINERY: Enoy live music, photo booth & picnic menu from New Tradition Kitchen for Mother's Day 12:30 p.m. - p.m. Sunday, May 8. BYO lawn chairs & blankets. Reservations required; book here. At 5600 Greenville Road, Livermore.

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MERITAGE RESORT & SPA: Executive Chef Vincent Lesage’s Mother's Day brunch includes carving station, seafood station, sushi station & pastries. All moms receive complimentary glass of G.H. Mumm Rosé. Live music & special children’s activities, too. $100 for adults/$50 for ages 4 to 13. Info & reservations here. At 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa.
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MIYOKO'S CREAMERY/ TCHO CHOCOLATE: Mother's Day gift sets, with selections of chocolate & cheeses, are on sale for $55.95 — and all vegan friendly with plant-milk cheese wheels & TCHO’s new plant-based line. Order link here. 3100 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley
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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: A special Mother’s Day menu runs May 4-8 with such dishes as filet with shrimp "grilled on the barbie" or coconut-style; prime rib; option for adding lobster tail to any entrée; Peach Bellini with vodka, peach puree & blood orange juice topped with prosecco, strawberries and mint; and the new "Thunder & Lightning" pecan brownie with ice cream & chocolate sauce. Website. See locations in Daly City, Dublin, Milpitas, Pinole, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill & Vacaville.
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PIEOLOGY PIZZERIA: Treat pizza-loving moms to a BOGO deal on May 8. Buy one custom pizza & get another custom pizza free — all day on Mother's Day. This dine-in-only offer is at participating locales in Dublin, Fremont & San Leandro. Website here.

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RED LOBSTER: Celebrate Mother's Day at home with "Create Your Own Family Feast" takeout ($54.99), that serves four with choice of three seafood dishes, two sides & Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Select from shrimp scampi, grilled shrimp, coconut shrimp, fried whitefish, salmon & more. Or step up to "Ultimate Family Feast" ($124.99), with lobster tails, crab legs, shrimp scampi and "Walt's Favorite Shrimp." Order info here. Also offered through June 26 is gift card — for every $50 spent on Red Lobster gift cards purchased in-restaurant or online, receive bonus coupon for $10 off order of $30 or more from June 27 to Aug. 31. Location finder here.

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ROOH: The two Bay Area, Indian restaurants are offering Mother's Day special dishes — Kolkata Jackfruit Cutlet & Mango Leches Cake (with saffron rabri mousse & gold flake on top) from Chef Pujan. The Kolkata Jackfruit Cutlet (young jackfruit, potatoes, green chilies, onion, tomatoes, ginger, breadcrumbs, roasted chickpea flour & spices) was the chef's childhood delicacy made by his mom. Reservations here. At 473 University Ave., Palo Alto & 333 Brannan St., San Francisco.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: A Mother' Day weekend, prix-fixe menu, starting at $57 per person, offered May 6-8. Starters include salads or lobster bisque. Entree options, plus sides: steak & shrimp; steak & lobster; or twin tails. Chef's selection desserts. See here for info & reservations. Location in Walnut Creek.
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SAJJ MEDITERRANEAN: Kids eat free Mother's Day weekend, Saturday & Sunday, May 7-8, with purchase of entree & drink. On the children's menu: chicken rice bowl, with protein choice & two toppings; cheese quesadilla; and mac & cheese. All kids' meals include organic juice box & snack. Website here. Locations in Cupertino, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Bruno, San Francisco, San Jose, San Mateo, San Ramon & Sunnyvale.

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SHEARWATER TAVERN AT CARMEL MISSION INN: A la carte Mother’s Day brunch specials planned Sunday, May 8 (7 a.m. – 1 p.m.) from Executive Chef Wayne Brooks, along with regular breakfast menu. Dishes to include: strawberry cream cheese crepes; stuffed French toast with ham, cheese & maple syrup; eggs Benedict; smoked salmon; & sweet chili-glazed shrimp skewers. Entrees from $14 to $25. Reservations here. At 3665 Rio Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea.

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SILVERADO RESORT & SPA: For Mother's Day, “Bellini Brunch at Silverado Mansion” buffet will be served 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Fairway Deck at iconic, 1870 landmark, surrounded by 300-year-old oak trees and overlooking golf greens. ($105 per adult; $45 for children four to 12; free for 3 years and younger.) Buffet from Chef Michael Cairns & culinary team includes made-to-order omelets, soups & salads, salmon eggs Benedict, French toast, hand-carved ribeye, lamb, bruschetta bar, cheese & charcuterie, seafood station & Chef’s Sweet Table. The Grill will offer a la carte brunch menu May 8. Reservations here. Location: 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa.
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SUSIECAKES: Bakeries are prepping variety of Mother's Day treats, including cupcakes, mini cupcakes topped with buttercream rosettes (24 hours notice needed) and Mother's Day cakes in vanilla, red velvet or carrot cake. Locations in Greenbrae, Lafayette, San Carlos, San Francisco, San Jose. Website & ordering details.
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TCBY: Moms get a free, 6-ounce cup of frozen yogurt Mother’s Day, May 8, at participating stores. The deal is in-store only. Location finder here.

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URBAN PLATES: The first 50 moms who come in Mother's Day will get roses, and the first 180 will receive complimentary chocolate pudding. Plus two new seafood dishes on menu: Roasted Barramundi Sea Bass Plate; and Wild Ahi Niçoise Salad. Locations include Dublin & Pleasant Hill.
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VILLON AT THE SF PROPER HOTEL: A decadent Mother’s Day brunch buffet ($115 per person) from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. May 8, by Executive Chef Jason Fox, will feature stations & vegetarian options. Bloody Marys & mimosa cart available for additional fee. Reservations via Open Table. Location: 1100 Market St. Hotel Entrance is at 45 McAllister St., San Francisco.
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WILD ONION BISTRO AT HOTEL CITRINE: Chef Ray Garrow’s Mother's Day brunch (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) will feature berry pancakes, custard-dipped, challah French toast with Bailey Irish Creme anglaise and eggs Benedict. Reservations via OpenTable. At 750 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto.

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WILDER: Mother's Day plans include free flower bouquet (or add $10 option for premium bouquet), Instagrammable flower wall, specialty cocktails, plus such dishes as crab cake Benedict ($22), steak & eggs ($35), $1.50 oysters, uni carbonara pasta with truffles ($35) or whole lobster with red potatoes, asparagus & lemon garlic butter sauce ($95.99). At 3154 Fillmore St., San Francisco. Reservations.

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