It’s time to solidify this year’s plans for celebrating Mother’s Day. Here are some delicious spots around Memphis with great ambiance and delightful brunch menus, perfect for honoring that special maternal figure in your life. Book your table soon — reservations are filling up fast!
Amerigo
1239 Ridgeway Rd., Memphis, TN 38119 • (901) 761-4000
Amerigo is offering dine-in and takeout options for Mother’s Day. Open early at 10 a.m., seating is first-come, first-served. If you want to let Mom stay in her pajamas a little longer, order your feast and pick it up curbside.
Crab Cakes Benedict and a mimosa? Yes, please! Image: Amerigo
Bounty on Broad
2519 Broad Ave., Memphis, TN 38112 •(901) 410-8131
With its casual decor, family-style service, and innovative farm-to-table fare, Bounty on Broad is the place to treat Mom with some outstanding food and craft cocktails. You can expect a full brunch menu with specialty brunch craft cocktails, local craft beer, and a wine list with 50 different wines by the glass or bottle. Call ahead for a reservation or book online here.
Who doesn’t love a good brunch? Image: Bounty on Broad
The Beauty Shop
966 Cooper St #5611, Memphis, TN 38104 • (901) 272-7111
The Beauty Shop restaurant is an eclectic and beloved eatery located in Cooper-Young, and it’s known for its delicious brunch and ‘50s-style hair salon theme. Plus, it’s the perfect spot for that picture with Mom! We recommend making reservations either by phone or online here.
“Look Good. Eat Good.” is the Beauty Shop’s motto, which is also displayed on the front windows. Image: The Beauty Shop
Char
431 S Highland St #120, Memphis, TN 38111 • (901) 249-3533
Char is offering brunch, lunch, and dinner menus. But if you’re in the mood for brunch libations, you can grab a mimosa or Bloody Mary for $6. Reserve your table here. If Mom prefers to stay home and relax, they’ve got you covered. The full menu is also available for curbside pickup.
Mimosas are the perfect complement to your hearty brunch! Image: Char
Libro at Laurelwood
387 Perkins Extd, Memphis, TN 38117 • (901) 800-2656
Along with the regular brunch menu, Libro is serving all the classics on Mother’s Day, such as pancakes, French toast, omelets, shrimp, grits, and more. You can also get yogurt, fruit, English muffins, and other small à la carte plates if you’re craving lighter fare. There’s something for everyone!
You can never go wrong with classic pancakes topped with fruit. Image: Libro at Laurelwood
Moondance Grill
1730 S Germantown Rd Ste. 117, Germantown, TN 38138 • (901) 755-1471
Moondance Grill, located in Germantown, has a fantastic lunch but also serves a small brunch list. With items like NY steak and eggs, crab Benedict, sweet stuffed french toast, and the classic Moondance breakfast, there’s an array of options to choose from. Reservations are strongly suggested, and you can make them here.
Moondance’s burger is to die for! Image: Moondance Grill
Owen Brennan’s
Step into Owen Brennan’s on a Sunday afternoon, and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into the New Orleans French Quarter. The Jazz brunch features all your brunch favorites mixed in with their signature New Orleans fare. You can anticipate salad, seafood, bread, and dessert stations. You can also get pasta jambalaya or Southern-fried chicken for your main course or spring for the carved roast beef. As with each Sunday brunch at Owen Brennan’s, a jazz band is set to play tunes and keep the energetic atmosphere abuzz. The adult buffet is $49.97 and $23 for children ages 6 to 11. Brunch is complimentary for children under 5. We recommend calling ahead for a reservation.
Enjoy your brunch with live jazz music! Image: Owen Brennan’s
Paulette’s
Let Mom sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious three-course meal at Paulette’s. Choose shrimp and crab bisque, house salad, or crab cakes to start, then move on to filet mignon, lamb chop, redfish, or roasted chicken, followed by a strawberry crêpe or chocolate cake for dessert. The menu itself is a celebration! Make a reservation here.
Enjoy a three-course meal with great company! Image: Paulette’s
Tug’s Casual Grill
51 Harbor Town Square, Memphis, TN 38103 • (901) 260-3344
With soups, salads, appetizers, and a full breakfast and brunch menu, Tug’s Casual Grill has everything you can imagine for brunch. They’ll be serving it up on Mother’s Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., along with various mimosa options — classic orange, pineapple, cranberry, peach, or mango. If Mom is really serious about her brunch game, you can even order mimosas by the pitcher! You can also order online here for an at-home brunch affair.
How delicious does this French toast look? Image: Tug’s Casual Grill
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and maternal figures in your life!
Did we miss a great locally-owned place to grab Mother’s Day brunch? Email Katelyn Caughron at [email protected].
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