Mother's Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Parsippany

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Mother's Day on Sunday, May 8, is still a couple of weeks away. But if you plan to treat your mother to brunch or dinner out, reservations may fill up quickly in Parsippany as the nation approaches the most normal celebration of moms since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Many restaurants around Parsippany have taken a financial hit during the pandemic and could use the business. Upcoming holidays, such as Mother's and Father's Day, may help some get back on track.

Several local eateries have reservations available for Mother's Day, according to OpenTable:

• Houlihan's - Parsippany (1735 Route 46 E, Parsippany): casual dining, American
• melange by SPICE ROUTE (353 Smith Rd., Parsippany): fine dining, Indian, Thai, Chinese
• The Capital Grille - Parsippany (10 Dryden Way, Parsippany): fine dining, American, steakhouse, seafood
• Jashan by Dhaba (252 Route 46, Parsippany): elegant dining, Indian
• Ruth's Chris Steak House - Parsippany (1 Hilton Ct., Parsippany): fine dining, steakhouse, seafood
• Verde Ristorante (1012 Tabor Rd., Morris Plains): casual dining, Italian
• Seasons 52 - Hanover (1402 Route 10, Hanover): casual dining, American
• Casa Bella (300 Route 46, Denville): casual dining, Italian
• Legal Sea Foods - Short Hills (1200 Morris Tpke., Route 24 & JFK Parkway, Short Hills): casual dining, seafood, oyster bar, fish
• The Feathered Fox (550 W Mt Pleasant Ave., Livingston): fine dining, steakhouse, sushi, seafood
• Casa de Montecristo - Whippany (301 Route 10, Hanover): casual dining, American, bar/lounge/bottle service, cocktail bar
• Fasil Mediterranean Restaurant (308 Wootton St. Unit 1, Boonton): casual dining, Turkish, Mediterranean, halal
• Rails Steakhouse (10 Whitehall Rd., Towaco): casual dining, steakhouse, American, seafood

Several chain restaurants and other eateries are open for Mother's Day this year, and some are offering specials.

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Below are a few options to get you started, featuring everything from casual to fine dining. As always, it's advisable to call ahead to make sure the restaurants around Parsippany are participating and to inquire about any COVID-19 restrictions or limitations.

Applebee's is adding a $10 bonus card to the purchase of a $50 gift card for Mother's Day and other special occasions, including graduations and Father's Day.

The Capital Grille is accepting reservations for Mother's Day. The restaurant included a "polite notice" on its reservations page stating that "to better deliver on our promise of a refined atmosphere, proper dress is required." That excludes gym attire, sweatpants, tank tops, hats, clothing with offensive language or images, and exposed undergarments.

Morton's, The Steakhouse is accepting reservations for Mother's Day, and also will bring the meal to Mom in select locations.

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is offering its prix fixe Mother's Day meal, including a starter, entrée, side and dessert, from May 6-8.

Seasons 52 Fresh Grill | Wine Bar is offering Mother's Day brunch from 10 a.m. to noon and is making its dinner menu available all day. It is also offering a Mother's Day Green Box that serves six. Orders must be placed by May 2.

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