Restaurants & Bars
Mother's Day Brunch 2022: Reserve Now In Asbury Park
We rounded up our favorite restaurants for Mother's Day, from Aberdeen to Long Branch to Asbury Park:
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ASBURY PARK, NJ — If you plan to treat your mother to brunch or dinner out on Mother's Day (Sunday, May 8), reservations at local Asbury Park area restaurants may fill up quickly.
Local restaurants have taken a financial hit during the pandemic and could use the business. Here are our favorite local spots for Mother's Day:
In Asbury Park:
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Barrio Costero - Authentic Coastal Mexican Cuisine & Cocktails
REYLA - Modern Mediterranean Cafe
In Long Branch:
Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant
McLoone’s Pier House
The Turning Point of Long Branch
Sirena Ristorante
Molly Pitcher Inn
26 West on the Navesink
Meemom’s - Middletown
Patricia’s of Holmdel
Belford Bistro
Zoe’s Vintage Eatery
The Turning Point of Holmdel
Gabriella’s Italian Steakhouse
Oyster Point Hotel
Farther north in Aberdeen/Matawan/Union Beach:
Buttonwood Manor Restaurant
Maloney’s Pub & Grill
The Mosa Social
MJ’s Restaurant Bar & Grill
Court Jester Saloon & Eatery
Old Glory Kitchen + Spirits
DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
The GOAT in Union Beach, David Burke's newest restaurant (in what was previously Piero's)
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 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.
Bob Evans is featuring brunch meals made with fresh-cut strawberries. Its to-go meals feed up to six people, and they are available for curbside pickup or delivery when customers order online.
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.
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.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar opens early at 11 a.m. on both May 7 and 8 with its Mother’s Day 3-Course Menu featuring a hand-cut filet mignon and pairing of the diner’s choice.
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 all day May 7, and until 10:30 a.m. May 8.
Kona Grill offers a weekend brunch special with deals on mimosas and signature brunch dishes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, including Mother’s Day.
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.
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