20 Best Mother's Day Brunch Spots in San Diego to Treat Your Mom in 2023
Mother’s Day brunch is the perfect way to treat mom to a special day, well because she deserves it! From lavish prix fixe menus, to ocean view dining, or a French brunch in bed, here’s the 20 Best Mother's Day Brunch Spots in San Diego to Treat Your Mom in 2023.
photo via Swell Creative
Banker’s Hill
Mister A’s
2550 Fifth Ave San Diego 92103
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$$$
Give mom not only a delicious 3-course prix fixe menu, but one of the, if not the most spectacular views of San Diego for Mother’s Day. Menu items include Roasted Asparagus Vichyssoise, Grilled Blue Prawns, Beer Battered Cod Sandwich on Brioche, Rosemary Polenta, and more. End with a special dessert from Pastry Chef Amy Simpson such as the Limoncello Baba, Salted Caramel Ganache, or Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Pair brunch with a special Mother’s Day cocktails with options including "Bananas Foster Milk Punch," "Creole Bloody Mary," or the "Tang, That’s Good" with an option to add a Mimosa Popsicle with Poppy Liqueur.
Carlsbad
Park 101
3040 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008
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Bring your mama to Park 101 for the backyard barbecue of her dreams and a day in the Carlsbad sunshine. Celebrate her and all she does for the family with $15 bottles of Cava, served with your choice of orange, guava, or cranberry juice. Grab BBQ grub or food from Wicked Maine Lobster and nestle in for a relaxing Sunday.
photo via Park 101
Giaola Italian Kitchen
2668 Gateway Road, Carlsbad 92009
10:00am - 2:00pm
$$$
Located in Carlsbad’s Bressi Ranch, Giaola’s will be serving a stunning 3-course pre-fixe brunch menu to celebrate moms for only $55pp with additional options for kids! Plus their outdoor patio is pup friendly if you want to bring the whole family along!
photo via Giaola’s Italian Kitchen
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
6981 El Camino Real #103, Carlsbad 92009
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$-$$
Serenade mom to the smooth sounds of jazz while dining on delicious brunch fare for Black Rail Kitchen’s special Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch. Pair the sounds of the saxophone with a sweet White Chocolate Bread Pudding French Toast or a savory Shrimp & Creamy Grits. Keep the vibes and drinks flowing for mom with a Black Rail Bloody Mary or a Good Morning Sunshine or a Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade for those who want to keep things sparkling clean (alcohol free).
photo via Black Rail Kitchen
Clairemont
Arely’s French Bakery
4961 Clairemont Dr A, San Diego 92117
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$-$$
Family-owned and operated, Arely’s French Bakery in the Clairemont neighborhood is serving up sweets and treats all day long. Surprise her with breakfast in bed with chocolate covered strawberries, specially decorated cookies, and French Macarons, because sometimes us moms just want a day to stay in bed! Arley’s will still be open for dine-in for brunch until 3:00 p.m. with $5 mimosa specials!
photo via Arely’s
Del Mar
Glass Box
Located in Sky Deck Del Mar 12941 El Camino Real Suite 203, San Diego 92130
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Mother’s Day brunch meets coastal-inspired Asian cuisine for the Glass Box all you can eat Mother’s Day brunch menu! Start moms morning off properly with a made-to-order omelette or a Brioche French Toast with ube and berries whipped cream. Slide into the afternoon brunch hours with assorted sushi: rolls and nigiri or Longevity Noodles all for $55pp. In addition mimosas and assorted ice cream will be included in the all you can eat menu!
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Downtown
barleymash and ginger’s
600 Fifth Ave., San Diego 92101
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$$-$$$
barleymash and ginger’s will host a full day of festivities including a “Make Your Own Bouquet” downstairs at ginger’s, while supplies last from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. barleymash’s specials include Lemon Ricotta Pancakes & Avocado Benedict. Drink specials will run all day long; try the Queen Mother the Danita Applebaum Mother Knows Best all in the heart of the bustling Gaslamp Quarter. It’s also a great place for mama Padre or Dodger fans to catch all the rivalries action on the big screen TV’s!
La Jolla
Cusp Dining & Drinks
7955 La Jolla Shores Drive, La Jolla 92037
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$-$$
Take things to a whole mother-level at Cusp Dining & Drinks. Perched a top the historic Hotel La Jolla on the 11th floor, Cusp will give mom jaw-dropping views of La Jolla and beyond! Beautiful views paired with Executive Chef Ingrid’s Mother’s Day brunch specials include Goat Cheese Toast & King Oran Poached Salmon along with their a la carte brunch offerings. For moms who wish to imbibe, a selection of morning alcoholic beverages includes a delicate Blackberry Mint Mimosa; Tequila Sunrise and a house-made Bloody Mary.
George’s at the Cove
1250 Prospect St, La Jolla 92037
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$$-$$$
Treat mom to a casual meets classy Mother’s Day Brunch at George’s Lower Level. Located on the cliffs of La Jolla Cove with floor to ceiling windows, mom will be overwhelmed by the stunning views and delicious brunch. Executive Chef Masa Kojima presents an a la carte menu that includes Classic Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Brioche French Toast, Wild Mushroom and Cheese Omelet, and Steak and Eggs.
photo via George’s at the Cove
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters
2259 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla Shores 92037
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$$-$$$
Nestled in the cozy and charming La Jolla Shores, just a quick walk to the beach, Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters Executive Chef Marty Fay will be serving an a la carte menu that offers items like Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Smoked Salmon Benedict, Chilaquiles, and a Prime Rib California Burrito. Mimosas will be discounted to $8, and guests can enjoy a free dozen oysters with the purchase of a bottle of champagne.
photo via Sanpiper
La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect St, La Jolla 92037
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$$$$
Make this Mother’s Day one to remember, at La Jolla’s landmark Pink Lady where every meal is paired with panoramic Pacific ocean views. The iconic hotel's Executive Chef Fabian Aceves has prepared a special three-course Mother’s Day menu featuring Hamachi Tartare, Glazed Cod, and Shakshuka, to name a few. Plus, a choice of Chocolate Pistachio Torte or Pineapple Upside Down Cake for dessert for $129.00pp.
Mermaids & Cowboys
1251 Prospect St, La Jolla 92037
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Give mom all the things and more with Mermaids & Cowboys extravagant Mother’s Day brunch buffet! The buffet will feature a carved prime rib station and a grand seafood display, so come hungry, leave happy for only $65pp, $20 for kiddos, an absolute steal. Sip on one of Mermaids & Cowboys specialty cocktails like the Rubies & Pearls or Wrecked at the Reef to pair perfectly with your buffet selections!
photo via Black Rail Kitchen
Little Italy
Juniper and Ivy
2228 Kettner Boulevard San Diego 92101
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$$$
Need an idea to impress your future mother-in-law or just want your amazing mom to have a James Beard-nominated culinary experience then head to Juniper & Ivy for locally-sourced 3-course prix fixe Mother’s Day brunch featuring Smoked Sturgeon, Breakfast Sausage Corn Dogs, Baked Eggs, Steak Frites, Tres Leches Bread Pudding, and more for $65pp. Kids menus will be available as well.
Coco Maya
1660 India St, San Diego 92101
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Transport mom to a tropical paradise for Mother’s Day brunch at Coco Maya in Little Italy. Take in sunshine and decadent eats like the Very Berry French Toast or the Breakfast Bokit. Moms will also enjoy a hosted “Momosa”, because they deserve it!
photo via Coco Maya
Mission Beach
Miss B’s Coconut Club
3704 Mission Blvd, San Diego 92109
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Beach & island vibes collide for Mother’s Day brunch at Miss B’s Coconut Club. Tropical drinks and Miss B’s classics like Coconut Rum French Toast and Lechon Asado Hash will transport mom to an island far away where she can fully relax and bask in the sunshine. Only steps from Mission Beach, it’s the perfect opportunity to stroll down the boardwalk after brunch!
photo via Miss B’s Coconut Club
North Park
Louisiana Purchase
2305 University Ave, San Diego 92104
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$$-$$$
If you’re looking to mix your Mother’s Day with a touch of New Orleans flair, Louisiana Purchase is the spot. For Mother’s Day brunch, moms enjoy a hosted ‘Momosa’, and $15 bottles of bubbles. Bayou bites like Executive Chef Quinnton Austin’s famous Alligator Cheesecake and voodoo potions such as the Fleur Di Lis will transport moms and their guests to the big easy, and what mom doesn’t want a trip to New Orleans?
photo via Louisiana Purchase
Bivouac Ciderworks
3986 30th Street, San Diego 92104
$$-$$
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
For moms looking to release some creative energy, Bivouac Ciderworks is hosting a Mother’s Day Paint & Sip for $30pp. Each ticket includes all the supplies to create your beautiful work of art and your choice between a Bivouac cider mimosa or 12oz cider to sip while you paint. The cidery’s menu will be available for food purchase including items such as Forager Board and When I Dip, You Dip, We Dip hummus trio for sharing, Flight of Tacos ( potato & soyrizo and Baja chicken), and Harvest Grain Bowl. Tickets can be purchased here.
photo via Bivouac Ciderworks
Rancho Santa Fe
Mille Fleurs
6009 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe 92067
$$$
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Treat mom to a lavish 3-course prix fixe Mother’s Day brunch menu at Rancho Santa Fe’s upscale country-home, Mille Fleurs. Dine on their flower-filled patio while enjoying Iberico & Heirloom Beet Salad, Pan Roasted Atlantic Dover Sole, Mille Fleurs Lobster Salad, and more from Executive Chef Brandon Jennings. Mille Fleurs will also be offering a few of their brunch menu items a la carte during dinner service for moms who can’t make it out for brunch! Mother’s Day brunch: $89.50/adult $39.50/child.
photo via Swell Creative
South Park
Matteo for a Cause
3015 Juniper St, San Diego 92104
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$-$$
Want to give mom even more warm and fuzzies? Take her to Matteo in South Park for incredibly delicious Mother’s Day brunch while every penny goes back to the community. A 100% non-profit restaurant every bite of their scrumptious Apple Pie Pancakes or Italian Wood-Fired Pizza Sandwich is giving back. Plus they have weekend specials running, delightful coffee drinks to wake mom up and a house made bloody mary that sings!
Carruth Cellars
Oceanside, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, Little Italy, Liberty Station
All Day
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Visit any one of San Diego’s largest urban winery locations on May 13th or 14th and celebrate the wine-loving moms with buy one get one free wine flights.
photo via @reynapizarro