Mother's Day 2023 Brunch: Still Time To Reserve In Wilmington, Nearby

WILMINGTON, MA — Mother's Day is Sunday, and there still is time to make reservations for brunch at one of several local restaurants.

Local restaurants could use the business as they continue to face economic headwinds that began with the COVID-19 pandemic. Some restaurants may be closed so their employees can support their own mothers or be pampered by their children, but here are some dining options. Of course, make sure to call ahead to see if they have tables available:

• As Good as it Gets Café, 35 Lowell St. in Wilmington
• The Bancroft, 15 Third Ave. in Burlington
• Red Stone American Grill, 20 Third Ave. in Burlington
• Legal Sea Foods, Burlington Mall, 75 Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington
• The Friendly Toast, Burlington Mall, 75 Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington
• Tavern in the Square, 100 District Ave. in Burlington
• Row 34, 300 District Ave. in Burlington
• Krave Kitchen & Bar, 348 Cambridge Rd., Ste B in Woburn
• Bunratty Tavern, 620 Main St. in Reading

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. 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 Andover and nearby are participating and check for any 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 offering a limited-time spring menu with seasonal favorites. Be aware that some are available for dine-in only, while other orders can be picked up at the curb.

The Capital Grille opens early for Mother’s Day brunch, with seating available starting at 10 a.m. Be sure to make a reservation. 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.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian steakhouse is offering a ready-to-reheat Mother’s Day Celebration Package that feeds six and features a choice of fire-roasted meats, sides and dessert. Meals should be ordered at least 24 hours in advance and are available for pickup or delivery all day through Saturday, and by 10:30 a.m. on Sunday.

Morton’s, The Steakhouse is accepting reservations for Mother’s Day, and has concocted a special cocktail just for Mom.

Ninety Nine Restaurant + Pub has a Mother's Day menu that will run Saturday thru Sunday and include dine-in as well as to-go orders. The special menu includes a return of fan favorites and an assortment of delicious items that mom is sure to love. Pricing may vary depending on location, and beverages are not available to-go.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is opening early both Saturday and Sunday for brunch and also has a prix fixe menu for dinner.

Seasons 52 Fresh Grill | Wine Bar is offering Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is making its dinner menu available all day. It is also offering a Mother’s Day Green Box that serves six, but must be preordered.