Celebrate Mother’s Day in Los Angeles: Brunch, Spa and More

Celebrate Mother’s Day in Los Angeles over lavish brunches and dinners, spa treatments and special treats. We have your full Los Angeles Mother’s Day Guide.

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Blushington
Treat yourself to a full face makeup application at Blushington and Mom gets a full face application for free. Plus both you and Mom will receive a Stila lipgloss trio to take home. You can choose from their menu of six signature looks or design your own. 8591 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.5874. blushington.com

Blo at the W Hollywood
Book a blo out for you and mom and her blo is on the house. Cupcakes, champagne and girly bonding time guaranteed. 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.469.2569. blomedry.com

The Huntington Spa
May 1-31. Celebrate over two special treatments. Mother’s Day harmony package includes a 60-minute Chuan Harmony Massage and a 75-minute Chuan Yu Facial to stimulate energy channels and provide deeply relaxing and balancing effects. The package includes a signature gift for the recipient to enjoy at home, (two and a half hours, $375). Mommy and me mani/pedis includes a bottle of Langham’s signature pink OPI nail polish to take home for the pair of you! Manicure: 30-min. /$70; Pedicure: 50-min. / $115. 1401 South Oak Knoll Ave. Pasadena, 626.585.641. thehuntingtonspa.com

 

BRUNCH | DINNER
Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air
Dine on Mother’s Day brunch over views of Swan Lake at Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air. The three-course menu features highlights such as warm Maine lobster club sandwich; hand-cut campania artichoke agnolotti with mascarpone and parmigiano reggiano; and loup de mer “Acqua Pazza” with La Ratte potato, Bouchot mussels, Maine lobster, sweet shrimp and saffron tomato broth. $120/pp, $60, children under nine. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 701 Stone Canyon Rd. Bel Air, 310.909.1644. hotelbelair.com

The Bazaar by Jose Andres
The Bazaar by Jose Andres extends their hours for Mother’s Day and offers Mother’s Day specials along with the regular menu, which includes classic dishes like “Not Your Everyday” caprese with cherry tomatoes and liquid mozzarella. 2-8 p.m. 465 South La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.5555. thebazaar.com

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
The Langham is your destination for lavish brunch options at The Royce ($125/pp), The Terrace ($45/pp) and in the Huntington Ballroom ($95/pp, $35 children 4-12), the hotel will also offer a Pink Chocolate Afternoon Tea ($59/pp, $29.50 children 4-12). 1401 South Oak Knoll Ave. Pasadena, 626.585.6434. pasadena.langhamhotels.com

Scarpetta Beverly Hills
Scott Conant’s Italian buffet brunch includes carving, baked pasta, whole roasted fish, omelet and dessert stations. Also find a fresh-from-the-farmer’s-market salad station; and an extraordinary dessert buffet. $88/pp, $35 for children, $17 for bottomless bloody marys, bellinis and mimosas. 225 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7970. scottconant.com

WP24 Restaurant
Dine 24 floors up over sweeping views of downtown on modern Chinese cuisine. The restaurant has created a four-course family style Dim Sum Mother’s Day menu. In addition, as a gift for mom, kids can create a personalized card at the craft station. 4-9 p.m. $70/pp, $22 children under 12. The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown. ritzcarlton.com

“Festa della Mamma” at Locanda del Lago
May 12-18. Dine on a four-course prix-fixe menu inspired by Chef Minuz’s mother, “Mamma Adelia,” and home-cooked favorites from the chef’s childhood in Northern Italy. Selections include octopus salad, housemade squash gnocchi, pan roasted Mediterranean striped bass and more. $39/pp, optional wine pairings $18. Dinner only, served all day Mothers Day. 231 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, 310.451.3525. lagosantamonica.com

Tres by Jose Andres
Dine on the regular brunch menu, in addition to Mother’s Day specials including a California citrus salad, chilled seafood dish, and piquillo pepper confit. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $52/pp. 465 South La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.5551. slsbeverlyhills.com/tres

Petrossian Boutique & Restaurant
The Petrossian Mother’s Day Brunch menu features an egg royale with soft scrambled eggs and Vodka whipped cream to start, followed by favorites like caviar scrambled eggs, eggs Benedict, or bagel and smoked salmon. To wrap up the meal, diners can indulge in vanilla panna cotta, almond crème brûlée, or tiramisu. ($50/pp). Petrossian also offers their regular a la carte brunch menu throughout the day. If you can’t make Mother’s Day brunch, Petrossian has just launched brunch on weekdays as well, in addition to its la carte menu. 321 North Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.271.0576. facebook.com/PetrossianBoutiqueRestaurant

Ray’s & Stark Bar
Art and food collide at the restaurant’s LACMA location over a three-course menu designed by Chef Kris Morningstar. Selections include hamachi with aji amarillo vinaigrette, black sesame crumble and pickled mushrooms. Entrée selections highlight Spring ingredients as seen in the farro with scallions, broccoli di cicco, garlic-chili sauce, baby carrots and poached egg option. Dessert offers a spark of citrus found in Pastry Chef Josh Graves’ lemon budino with bergamont ice cream. $45/pp, $22 children under 12. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6180. raysandstarkbar.com

The Tasting Kitchen
Executive Chef Casey Lane prepares seasonally-inspired dishes with ingredients from the local Santa Monica Farmer’s Market. Selections include Squash Blossom, Tomato, and Ricotta Frittata; Croque Madame; savory Waffles with Fried Clucks (Chicken); short Rib Hash with Baked Egg and Gremolata, and more. Justin Pike pre-Prohibition drinks feature his own creation of bitters, liqueurs, and other “medicinal” ingredients. 1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.392.6644. thetastingkitchen.com

Susan Feniger’s STREET
Co-Chefs Susan Feniger and Kajsa Alger have created a menu of international brunch delights. Highlights include Marcona almond and goat cheese fritters, Danish chestnut popovers, soft Indian semolina, crispy soft shell crab. Dine a la carte, or share the whole menu with their table for $35 per person. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 742 North Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.203.0500. eatatstreet.com

Mezze
This contemporary Mediterranean restaurant has created a unique tasting menu offering a selection of their specialty small plates, flatbreads, large plates, vegetables, and dessert. Selections include smoked sturgeon, lebne, flatbread; Spring tabouli with fava bean, pea, almond and bacon; farm egg shakshouka with yogurt, sweetbread and pita; and lenbe cheesecake. $65/pp. 401 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.657.4103. mezzela.com

L’Ermitage Beverly Hills
A rooftop Mother’s Day Brunch at L’Ermitage features brunch selections like pistachio pancakes, herb crusted prime rib and a dessert station. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $75/pp, $95/pp includes bottomless mimosas, bellinis or bloody Marys. 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.278.3344. lermitagebh.com

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
At this sprawling brunch that takes over the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, enjoy a number of specialty stations in addition to desserts inspired by the chefs’ mothers. $95/pp; $47 children. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 300 S. Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills, 310.860.4000. fourseasons.com/losangeles

Patina
Celebrate over a Spring three-course tasting menu and touches from the Blue Ribbon Garden at Walt Disney Concert Hall, located above the restaurant. Menu highlights include Gnocchi Ricotta with English peas, fava beans, and pea tendrils; Slowly Cooked Atlantic Cod with shitake, ramps, and smoked mushroom broth; and Croissant Bread Pudding with huckleberry, banana, and vanilla ice cream. Patina has also created specialty cocktails for the occasion such as the Fraise Fizz with Champagne, fresh organic strawberry, cinnamon, and house-made basil syrup. 141 South Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331. patinarestaurant.com

The Rooftop by Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood
Over sweeping views of the city dine on a special Mother’s Day menu that includes selections such as mushroom crepe, applewood smoked Pacific salmon, granola French toast a la “Peach Melba,” baked quiche, butter poached lobster and tasted brioche, fried chicken “organic” and a variety of pastries, cakes, and tarts from Gordon Ramsay’s Pastry Kitchen. $55/pp. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood, 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.358.7788. thelondonwesthollywood.com

Michael’s Santa Monica
Dine on a special three-course menu that includes selections such as seasonal oysters; “green eggs and ham” (serrano ham, jumbo green and white asparagus); Australian barramundi with sunchoke puree; MLM’s famous blueberry pancakes; petit prime filet; dark chocolate cake. Michael also recommends a blood orange mimosa or “Stoli” bloody bull with brunch for $12. $65/pp, $30 children under 10 (special kids menu available). 1147 Third St., Santa Monica, 310.451.0843. michaelssantamonica.com

Lazy Dog
In addition to brunch fare from Mediterranean omelets to breakfast chimichangas and wild blueberry pancakes with maple bacon butter, Lazy Dog offers $5 Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Sangria for Mother’s Day weekend. The special is available at all Southern California Lazy Dog locations from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. lazydogcafe.com

Casa Vega
In honor of owner Christy Vega Fowler’s own grandmother, the restaurant’s a la carte beef, chicken, and vegetable tamales, made using Grandma Mary’s original recipe, will be available for the special price of $3. To ensure your spot at the table for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Casa Vega also offers a special opportunity to make reservations that day. 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. 13301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818.788.4868. casavega.com

Haven Gastropub + Brewery
Pasadena’s newest gastropub opens its doors early for the occasion to serve brunch. Dine on a menu of eggs Florentine; strawberry pancakes; breakfast burrito, and more, and sip on specially created brunch cocktails like the smoked salty dog (Ballast Point old grove gin, fresh grapefruit juice and smoked sea salt rim); or a Haven bellini (maple bacon syrup, passion fruit and cava). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 42 De Lacey Ave., Pasadena, 626.768.9555. havengastropub.com

Red O
Dine on a special brunch, featuring chef Rick Bayless’ regional Mexican brunch dishes, such as huevos rancheros verdes and chilaquiles al guajillo, alongside a selection of hand-crafted beverages, freshly squeezed juices, and Agua Frescas, all to the tune of a live band. For an added touch, all mothers will be treated to a complimentary cocktail. The restaurant will open at 10:30 a.m., and will stay open throughout the afternoon until dinner service begins at 6 p.m. 8155 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.655.5009. redorestaurant.com

RH at Andaz West Hollywood
Celebrate Mother’s day with the family at RH at Andaz West Hollywood with a brunch that features favorites such as pastries, organic cereals, fresh fruit, ribeye carving station, French toast, an egg stations, a mimosas bar and a special selection of Fonuts. $42/pp, $21/children under 12. Seatings are available from 10:00am – 3:00pm. 8401 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.785.6090. westhollywood.andaz.hyatt.com

Comme Ca
Special Mother’s Day brunch features dishes like whole roasted chicken, truffle-scented scrambled eggs and pain perdu; desserts such as profiteroles, lemon tart and pot de crème; and specialty cocktails include a Champagne mint julep and sparkling greyhound for $12 each. $39/pp; $15/children under 12. Regular brunch menu will also be available. 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.1104. commecarestaurant.com

Caulfield’s
Cleebrate with a three-course menu at the Thompson Beverly Hills’ new literary-inspired American bistro, headed by chef Cody Diegel. Menu selections include, Smoked Salmon Toast Point with Sliced Avocado; Blueberry Pancakes Layered With Maple-Vanilla Bean Butter;Brioche French Toast With Apple Compote; Grilled Wild Salmon with Lemon-Braised Kale; Chocolate Flourless Cake and more. In addition Mothers receive a box of Caulfield’s Artisan Caramels. $45/pp; $60/pp with unlimited blood orange mimosas. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thompson Beverly Hills, 9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.388.6860. caulfieldsbeverlyhills.com

Fig & Olive Melrose Place
Fig & Olive Melrose Place founder Laurent Halasz’s mother, Francine, will be coming to Los Angeles from France to prepare a traditional Mougin-inspired brunch, in collaboration with Executive Chef Pascal Lorange. The three-course prix fixe menu features many of her signature family recipes, including highlights like Francine’s farmer’s market zucchini terrine; Francine’s salmon and scallop papillote; Francine’s raspberry meringue, and more. $48/pp. Noon-3 p.m. 8490 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 310.360.9100. figandolive.com

Cecconi’s
Fawn over mom with edible flowers: In addition to the regular brunch menu, Cecconi’s offers eggs Benedict with squash blossoms and Lavender panna cotta, perfect for pairing with a pot of rose petal tea. 8764 Melrose Ave., L.A., 310.432.2000. cecconiswesthollywood.com

Asia de Cuba
Picturesque Asia de Cubaat the Mondrian Hotel offers a prix fixe brunch menu that includes bottomless mimosas, mojitos and bloody Marys. Dine on a selection of Cuban-style pastelitos, croissants, muffins, and pastries; entrees like queso dresco cnchiladas, classic Cubano sandwich and smoked salmon torta; as well as congre, yuca moho fries, and plaintain maduras to accompany. The feast culminates with the chef’s selection of Asia De Cuba’s signature desserts. $42/pp. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6000. mondrianhotel.com

CHAYA Brasserie Beverly Hills
Executive Corporate Chef Shigefumi Tachibe creates a three-course prix-fixe brunch menu that includes highlights of albacore tataki; burrata cheese with farmers market spring root vegetable; white tiger prawn with fresh corn polenta; Scottish smoked salmon egg Benedict with spinach, and hollandaise, and more. $42/pp, $18 children. 8741 Alden Dr., Beverly Hills, 310.859.8833. thechaya.com/beverlyHills

Napa Valley Grille
Dine on a selection of hot and cold dishes like Grand Marnier-infused brioche French toast and beer-braised short ribs, as well as an omelet and prime rib carving stations. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $49/pp., $19 children. Top brunch off with bottomless mimosas for $12/pp. 1100 Glendon Ave., 310.824.3322. napavalleygrille.com

A.O.C. Restaurant and Wine Bar
The groundbreaking wine bar on 3rd Street by Chef Suzanne Goin and business partner and Sommelier Caroline Styne, presents a market Mother’s Day prix fixe dinner in addition to the complete menu of A.O.C. small plate dishes. Pricing for the prix fixe is $40/pp. Brunch offerings include the restaurant’s complete à la carte menu. Brunch: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., dinner: 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 8022 3rd St., L.A., 323.653.6359.

Dominick’s
The legendary Rat Pack hangout dating back to 1948, offers a brunch guests can enjoy on their beautiful outdoor patio. Highlights include ricotta cheese and blueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs bruschetta on a grilled baguette with roasted tomatoes and pesto, ricotta gnocci, poached eggs with roasted mushrooms, $12 bottles of Dago red and Dago white wines in addition to $12 bottles of sparkling wine and $5 carafes of orange juice. 8715 Beverly Blvd. L.A., 310.652.2335. dominicksrestaurant.com

Drago Centro
This Downtown destination for Italian dining offers a special three course prix-fixe lunch along with their full menu for lunch and dinner. Dine on highlights like diver scallops, zucchini agnolotti, duck confit with eggplant caponata and more. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $39/pp. 525 South Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998. dragocentro.com

Blu Jam Café
Celebrate at this Melrose mainstay with complimentary champagne and dessert bites for all Moms. Menu highlights include Blu Jam Benedict with black forest ham, bacon and hollandaise; Mazatlan shrimp scramble, spicy Tex Mex tofu hash, vanilla French toast, and more. 7371 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.951.9749. blujamcafe.com

Public Kitchen & Bar
Dine at the Hollywood Roosevelt hotel on a wide selection of stations, including an omelet station with made to order eggs and omelets; an oyster bar with seafood selections; charcuterie station; carving station with carved meats, silver dollar rolls and accompaniments; waffle bar; mashed potato bar, bloody mary bar and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $38/pp, $14 children. Complimentary valet parking with validation. 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.8888. thompsonhotels.com

CHAYA Downtown
Executive Chef de Cuisine Atsushi Kenjo creates a three-course prix-fixe brunch alongside bottomless mimosas and Champagne. Selections include warm asparagus salad with crispy egg, and pancetta; pappardelle with kobe beef-porcini Bolognese, and poached egg; Chirashi sushi; pancetta wrapped gulf shrimp with mascarpone grits, and more. $42/pp, $18 children. 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.236.9577. thechaya.com/downtownLosAngeles

Enoteca Drago
Dine on a special three-course menu along with a la carte options. Highlights include grilled calamari, lamb belly chicharon, bacalla Benedict and more. 401 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.786.8236. celestinodrago.com/EnotecaDrago

Playa
Executive Chef John Sedlar offers Mother’s Day specials like artichoke heart with asparagus tips, spring peas and cilantro-goat cheese pesto; crab cake with piquillo aioli and fennel salad; blue cornmeal-crusted trout stuffed with corn, kale and chipotles; and macerated springtime berries with Meyer lemon sorbet. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 7360 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.933.5300. playarivera.com

Lazy Ox Canteen
New Executive Chef Perfecto Rocher offers brunch specials such as vanilla biscuit with smoked salmon, slow-cooked egg and lemon hollandaise; soft scramble with bacalao, manchego and herbs; and corn soup with whipped coconut cream and crispy pork belly. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 241 South San Pedro St., downtown, 213.626.5299. lazyoxcanteen.com

LA Market Restaurant by Kerry Simon
Dine on a four-course prix fixe showcasing the restaurant’s signature contemporary comfort cuisine. The unique menu features fresh, seasonal ingredients and wine pairings are also available for each course for an additional $24. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $52/pp, $26 for children under 12. JW Marriott Los Angeles, L.A. LIVE, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown. lalivemarriott.com

CHAYA Venice
Chef de Cuisine Yuichi Natori offers a savory three-course prix-fixe brunch menu that includes selections of wild arugula fuji apple salad with forme d’ambert cheese; Chaya Angus beef 10oz cheese burger; lobster shrimp ravioli; sushi roll trio, and more. 110 Navy St., Venice, 310.396.1179. thechaya.com/venice

Gladstones
Brunch by the sea on a buffet with an omelet station, cured and smoked seafood, brioche french toast, baked honey-cured ham, local halibut, roasted jidori chicken, assorted muffins and pasties and more. Toast to her with bottomless mimosas and bloody marys, or try Gladstones’ Bacardi pomegranate cucumber mojito. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $39.95/pp, and $19.95 children 12 and under. 17300 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, 310.454.3474. sbe.com/gladstones

BOA Steakhouse Sunset
Dine on brunch options such as Dungeness Crab Crème Brulee with steelhead roe; Quiche Lorraine with ham, bacon, gruyere, Mesclun salad, and toast; L.B.L.T with lobster, bacon, lettuce, and tomato; Pan Seared Halibut with a chorizo-potato hash and lemon-basil foam; Boa Burger with camembert cheese and fried onion strings, and more. Custom table arrangements and corsages are also available for pre-order. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 9200 West Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050. boasteak.com

Café del Rey
Dine seaside on a three-course prix fixe menu featuring brioche French toast, eggs benedict and Moroccan lamb burger. Dessert includes chocolate cheesecake and Meyer lemon tartlet. Bottomless mimosas are also included in the price of $45/pp, includes bottomless mimosas; $20 per child. 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, 310.823.6395. cafedelreymarina.com

Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise
Hornblower Cruises and Events offers a two-hour Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise that includes free flowing champagne, a lavish brunch buffet and live entertainment. $68/pp. Cruises are offered at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. hornblower.com

“Not Your Mother’s Mother’s Day” Feast at City Tavern
Chef Jessica Christensen prepares a three-course pre-fixe featuring four special beers selected by Eagle Rock Brewery’s Ting Su. Menu includes selections such as Deviled egg, curried cauliflower; Heirloom tomato salad with strawberries, buratta, balsamic vinaigrette; Pan-seared salmon with grilled asparagus, roasted fingerling potatoes, and more. noon to 9 p.m. $36/pp, includes four taster beers. 9739 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.838.9739. citytavernculvercity.com

Mad Hatter’s Mother’s Day Brunch at Park Grill
Mothers are requested to don their best hats and the lady with the most fabulous hat wins a weekend stay in one of the hotel’s luxury suites. Dine on brunch favorites in addition to small bites such as mini Maine lobster rolls and Philly cheesesteaks, and crispy rice with spicy tuna. Also find a carving station with Prime Rib and raw bar serving snow crab claws, peel-and-eat shrimp, West Coast oysters and Peruvian-style mahi mahi ceviche, in addition to a selection of hand-crafted miniature desserts. Children’s activities are also on site. $65/pp; $80/pp includes unlimited mimosas, bloody Marys and bellinis; $29, for children 4-12 years; children under 4 free. 2151 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 310.284.6536. intercontinentallosangeles.com

JAR
The modern Los Angeles chop house by Suzanne Tracht, offers a full day of Mother’s Day dining with complete Sunday Brunch and a Spring dinner menu featuring some newly created dishes. Both menus are à la carte. Highlights include pot roast hash; lobster Benedict with poached eggs; chopped salad; burger with roasted balsamic red onion, watercress, aioli and fries; stuffed squash blossoms, cobster, shitake, spicy ponzu; and more. Brunch: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: 5-11 p.m. 8225 Beverly Boulevard, L.A., 323.655.6566. thejar.com

Ra Pour
Make Mom’s heart soar with brunch at Ra Pour, as Executive Chef Greg Stillman offers a special three-course prix fixe menu. Dishes run the gamut from egg yolk and ricotta cheese ravioli with duck confit, mint pesto, asparagus, and fava beans to custard-style brioche French toast, to a “mimosa” tangerine sponge cake with Champagne gelee, vanilla neringue crisp, and tangerine sorbet. $39/pp; $16 children. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Victoria Gardens, 7900 Kew Avenue LT, Suite 5410, Rancho Cucamonga, 909.899.7999. rapourrestaurant.com

Border Grill
Treat Mom to the exciting flavors of Mexico with a brunch featuring unlimited small plates at Border Grill. Dine on menu offerings such as Peruvian shrimp and grits; Machaca chilaquiles with slow cooked beef brisket; frittata tarts with baby spinach and caramelized leeks; and their signature Yucatan eggs Benedict. Sip on Border margaritas, bloody Marias, and mimosas. $34/pp, $15 children 12 and under. Santa Monica and Downtown LA locations. bordergrill.com

Descanso Gardens
My 12-13. At one of Southern California’s most beautiful botanical gardens, dine brunch buffet by Patina Catering. Offerings include yogurt bar with fresh fruit, berry compote and artisan granola as a starter option; Cedar plank salmon with leeks, fennel, tornado caper relish as a main course offering and assorted mini cupcakes for dessert. $44 members, $52 nonmembers; $19 children 4 to 12; free 3 and younger. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada, 818.790.3663. patinagroup.com/descanso

Café Pinot
The intimate outdoor downtown dining destination offers a three-course menu. Selections include a house citrus-cured salmon with rainbow carrot confit to start; and an array of main course offerings such as quiche florentine tart with Gruyère cheese and spinach salad with pickled red onions, bacon fried shallots and apple cider vinaigrette. Rounding out the menu is a selection of desserts ranging from a chocolate streusel sable with chocolate mousse and milk chocolate center topped with fresh raspberry sauce and raspberry parsley sorbet to a sweet dough tart with peach almond cream, roasted apricot with thyme and rosemary served alongside almond milk ice cream. $45/pp, $16 children under 12. 700 W Fifth St., downtown, 213.239.6500. patinagroup.com/cafepino

Kendall’s Brasserie
Dine on a three-course menu that brings a fresh approach to brasserie cuisine with inspired seafood dishes and updated French favorites including escargots in parsley garlic butter to start; poached egg with duck confit hash on an English muffin topped with hollandaise followed by dessert selections that include a chocolate streusel sable with chocolate mousse, a milk chocolate center, fresh raspberry sauce, served with a raspberry parsley sorbet. $35/pp, $15 children under 12. Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7322. kendallsbrasserie.com

Blue Ribbon Garden at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
Dine on selections such as buttermilk pancakes with berry compote, melted fruits, yogurts, Chantilly cream and caramelized bananas; and omelets with Chino Ranch cage free eggs, Paris ham, champignons, Windrose Farms tomatoes, apple wood smoked bacon, spring onions, bell peppers and Gruyère cheese. $55/pp, $18 children under 12. 141 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7565. patinagroup.com/catering/wdch

Breeze, Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
Dine on a brunch buffet that includes fresh seafood and raw bar; locally sourced vegetables; fresh from the farm meats; homemade cakes, pies and pastries. Adults receive a complementary glass of champagne or mimosa and children can expect their own buffed. Dines also will receive a VIP shopping card that offers discounts to over 40 stores and restaurants. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $65/pp, $35 Senior Citizens, $25 children 5-12. 310.551.3334. 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 310.551.3334. centuryplaza.hyatt.com

M Street Kitchen
Celebrate over brunch fare like French toast, omelettes, baked treats and more. M Street also offers $5 bloody Marys and mimosas. 2000 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.9145. mstreetkitchen.com

RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen
May 12-13. Dine on a special five-course menu that includes signature appetizers such as crispy chicken samosas, crispy vegetable spring rolls and lacquered BBQ ribs; a main course selections of roasted Jidori chicken and roasted wild sockeye salmon and numerous noodles, rice, vegetables and desserts. $52/pp. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.552.9988.

Raphael
Executive Chef Adam Horton offers a three-course prix-fixe brunch. Highlights include brioche French toast, local aacore Tuna “Nicoise” salad, heritage pork burger and more. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $35/pp, $10 cocktail specials and $25 two-course prix-fixe for children 12 and under. 11616 Ventura Boulevard Studio City, 818.505.3337. raphaelonventura.com

 

TREATS
Farmshop “Breakfast in Bed Kit”
Treat mom to breakfast in best with Farmshop’s basket of breakfast goodies designed to include everything you need to cook-up the ultimate Mother’s Day morning feast. Presented in a woven reed French market basket, this kit includes everything from raw ingredients to pastries and packaged treats. Each basket contains Schaner Farms Blood Orange Juice, Schramsberg sparkling wine, Mike & Sons farm fresh eggs, Farmshop’s own pancake mix, Farmshop’s scones and biscuits, Sqirl preserves, Bellwether Farms Fromage Blanc, Valerie Confections Milk Chocolate and more. $220. Orders must be placed 24hrs in advance. Baskets will be available for pick-up during store hours May 11-13. 225 26th St., Santa Monica, 310.566.2400. farmshopla.com

Magnolia Bakery
Magnolia Bakery put a twist on its classic vanilla buttercream cupcakes, rolling them in sanding sugar and non-pariels, and placing atop edible images of assortd vintage moms busy baking love into every bite. Also find special Mother’s Day cupcake boxes and gift baskets featuring a variety’s of Magnolia’s favorite cookies, teas and brownies. 8389 West 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.0636. magnoliabakery.com

Fonuts
Moms are among the first to try the new limited edition Carmel Apple Fonut and will receive a complimentary cup of LAMILL coffee for any Fonut purchased. 8104 West 3rd St., L.A., 323.592.3075. fonuts.com

Moon Juice New Mama Juice Package
New Mama package includes three signature Moon Juice pressed juices: Fennel, Frond & Herb with Fennel, Basil, Cucumber and Green Apple; Gracious Greens with Romaine, Spinach, Mint, Lemon and Cucumber; and Carrot, Line & Coconut with Carrot, Coconut Meat, Lime and Ginger, as well as a Chia Pudding, all designed to help heal new moms and their baby by feeding your tiny one with powerful doses of greens, strengthening your body and enriching your milk with carrots and coconuts. $38.50. 507 Rose Ave., Venice, 310.399.2929. moonjuiceshop.com

California Pizza Kitchen
May 11-13. CPK has partnered with the National Charity League to celebrate Mother’s Day. For every slice of Red Velvet cake sold, they will donate 20% of the purchase to NCL. cpk.com

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