Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner 2022: Inland Empire Restaurant Specials

INLAND EMPIRE, 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 restaurantguide to Mother's Day on-site dining specials and takeout deals throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

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.

For Disney-loving families, we've included Mother's Day details from the park, as well. 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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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 Chino Hills, Corona, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino & Temecula.
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BRISTOL FARMS: Orders due May 5 for the grocer's takeout Mother’s Day brunch, with in-store pick-up May 8. The meal pack is $70, serves eight, and includes two quiches (Lorraine or Florentine), fruit salad & two blueberry loaves. Order online here. Also available are long-stem roses, artisanal chocolates, specialty candies, freshly baked macarons, red velvet bundt cake & The Cookie Take & Bake dough. Find location in Palm Desert.
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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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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 Chino Hills, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands & Temecula.

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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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DISNEYLAND RESORT PARKS: Celebrate Mom at the happiest place on Earth with Mother's Day brunch & dinner at Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, brunch with Minnie Mouse & friends at Disneyland's Plaza Inn or brunch & dinner, with character visits, at Goofy’s Kitchen at Disneyland Hotel. Reservations underway. Or stop by GCH Holiday Cart at Grand Californian for such Mother’s Day-themed treats as chocolate-covered strawberries, macarons & cookie shots with milk or liqueur. Info here. At 1460 South Harbor Blvd., Anaheim.
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EDDIE V'S: A special Mother's Day prix-fixe, three-course brunch menu planned May 8 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., with entree options of lobster quiche Florentine, roasted avocado with jumbo lump crab or steak and eggs. (Adults $55/children $16.) Mimosas, Bloody Marys & bellinis also available, along with a la carte menu. Location in Palm Desert. Reservations here.
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1882 CANTINA AT PECHANGA RESORT CASINO: Special Mother's Day menu features: spring chicken soup ($10); mango salad ($12); lobster & shrimp enchiladas, rice & beans ($32); strawberry cheesecake ($12). Info & menu link. At 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula.
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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. Website here. Locations in Corona, Ontario, Riverside & San Bernardino.

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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 Indian Wells, Ontario & Redlands.

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EUROPA VILLAGE WINERY: Mother's Day Sunday brunch will be served at Bolero Restaurante, with create-your-own-crepes station, chilled seafood bar, carving station & classic Spanish cuisine. $89 adult/$39 child. Members: $80.10 adult/$35.10 child. For reservations, call 951-414-3802. Reservations required. Info here. At 41150 Via Europa, Temecula.

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FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT CASINO: A few dining options from which to choose for Mother's Day. The Bistro to feature filet mignon & half lobster thermidor, pancetta-chive, twice-baked potato, asparagus. Regular menu also available. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. ($68 per person.) POM diners can enjoy special menu, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m., including salmon & crab Wellington. Regular menu offered. ($34 per person.) The Fresh Grill Buffet to offer spread of omelets, blintzes, French toast, waffles, biscuits & gravy, chicken fried steak, bagels & lox, salads, grilled vegetables, Puebla-style menudo, oysters on half shell, shrimp cocktail, prime rib, turkey & honey glazed ham, plus dessert, including chocolate fountain. Brunch 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dinner 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. ($39.99 adults; $29.99 children; under 3 free.) Reservations at (760) 342-5000 or online. At 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio.
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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. Restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga.
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GELSON'S MARKETS: The supermarket is a one-stop Mother's Day shop, offering flower bouquets, chocolate-covered strawberries & takeout meals for reheating at home. Options include brunch menus with salmon, quiche Lorraine, vegetable quiche & crab cakes, plus sides of fruit, bread & pastries. Pre-orders due May 6 for pick-up May 7-8. Location in Rancho Mirage. Ordering links here.
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GREAT OAK STEAKHOUSE AT PECHANGA RESORT CASINO: Special prix-fixe menu planned Mother's Day ($92 per person), featuring starter of kale & Brussels salad or truffle chicken soup and entree choices of surf & turf, sea bass or salmon. Dessert is chocolate, honey, passionfruit gateaux. Info & menu link. At 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula.
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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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LOGAN'S ROADHOUSE: A Mother's Day weekend special, May 6-8, features hand-carved-to-order prime rib, with two sides or premium Bacon Mac & Cheese and Sautéed Red Wine Garlic Mushrooms. And on Sunday, May 8, the first 50 moms to dine in get free, limited-edition koozie. A to-go feast option, serving six to eight for $159.99, includes prime rib, rolls, sides, salad and brownie. Takeout orders due May 4 for May 7-8 pick-up. Info here. Location in Fontana.
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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 Corona, Redlands, & Temecula.
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NORMS: The legendary, SoCal restaurant chain since 1949 will celebrate moms with the Bigger Better Breakfast ($10.99), hotcakes stack ($6.99), or chilaquiles verdes ($10.99). Plus, every mom dining May 6-10 will leave with “Every Mom Wins” scratchers — all loaded up with prizes like BOGO offers, $5 off next visit or grand prizes of $500 shopping spree, Apple Watch, spa day or $150 NORMS catering gift cards. Find locations in Rialto & Riverside. Website here.

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OAK MOUNTAIN WINERY: Celebrate May 8 with Mother's Day brunch offering eggs, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, French toast & berries, shrimp, enchiladas, fruit & cheeses, plus carving & omelette stations, desserts & pastries. Mimosas, Bloody Marys & more cocktails available for purchase. Wine Club members $53; guests $59; children 10 & under $17. Reservations required either online or at (951) 699-9102. Location: 36522 Vía Verde, Temecula.

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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 Ontario, Palm Desert, San Bernardino, Temecula & Upland.
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PAISANO'S AT PECHANGA RESORT CASINO: The Italian eatery plans prix-fixe, Mother's Day special ($62 per person), offering soup or salad, appetizer, dessert and entree choice of salmon, pasta primavera or filet. Info & menu here. At 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
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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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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 Palm Desert.
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SPOTLIGHT 29 CASINO: Mother's Day/Dia De Las Madres specials at Taproom 29 restaurant on May 8, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., include eggs Benedict with glass of champagne or mimosa ($12.95), and filet & lobster tail with glass of champagne or mimosa ($29.95). Free pancakes for kids, 12 and under, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with purchase. Info here. Located at 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella.
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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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TORTOISE ROCK CASINO: Enjoy a Mother's Day brunch, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., with $3 pancakes or biscuits & gravy, served with eggs, bacon and hash browns. All-day drinks specials at Shelly's Lounge include $3 Coronas, margaritas, Chavelas & more. Specials also run Tuesday May 10 for Mexican Mother's Day. Info here. At 73829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms.
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UMI SUSHI & OYSTER BAR AT PECHANGA RESORT CASINO: Four courses, plus dessert, offered Mother's Day ($68 per person). Dishes include: tori paitan soup; sashimi appetizer; duck yakitori; lobster katsu. Info & menu link here. At 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula.
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