Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In The Point Pleasant Area

POINT PLEASANT, NJ — Mother’s Day is just over a week away and for many people, it will be the first time in two years where the celebration feels remotely normal.

If you want to treat your mom to brunch or dinner out on May 8 as a small thank you for all she does for you, here are some restaurant possibilities to consider.

There are plenty of restaurants in the Point Pleasant area, including locally owned small businesses. Here are some options:

• Half Moon Point, 2154 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant, 732-475-6535
• The Lobster Shanty, 83 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, 732-899-6700
• The Wharfside, 101 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, 732-892-9100
• Klotz's Kitchen, 2247 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant. They are cash-only.
• Beacon 70, 799 Route 70, Brick, 848-232-4235: They have an extensive brunch menu.
• Brownstone Pancake Factory, 979 Cedar Bridge Ave., Brick: They do not take reservations. They offer a Brunch Box for Mother's Day.
• River Rock Restaurant and Marina Bar, 1600 Route 70, Brick, 732-840-1110
• Villa Vittoria, 2700 Hooper Ave., Brick, 732-920-1550. There is a special menu for Mother's Day
• Meemom's of Brick, 56 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, 856-473-3733
• Tuscany Restaurant, 1490 Route 88, Brick, 732-840-5835
• Windward Tavern, 292 Princeton Ave., Brick. 732-892-9463
• Shore Good Pancake House, 34 Lanes Mill Road, Brick. 732-840-4100
• Taylor Sam's, 1563 Route 88, Brick. 732-458-7267

If you’re looking for something else, check OpenTable for restaurants in your area taking reservations for Mother’s Day.

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

• Related: Mother's Day Gift Guide 2022

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 in the Point Pleasant area 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.
• Bonefish Grill is open for dine-in and carryout meals on Mother’s Day. Its “Family Bundles” meals include salad, fresh bread and pesto, and house-baked cookies.
• Houlihan's is open for dine-in and carryout meals. They have gift cards available as well.
• Bahama Breeze is open for brunch and dinner options.
• TGI Fridays is open for dine-in and carryout meals.