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Toronto's Best Meals For Mother's Day
Written By
Posted May 04, 2022
Toronto's Best Meals For Mother's Day
Written By
Posted May 04, 2022
It's the time of year to ponder how best to fête the woman you call "mom." Whether she gave you life, improved your life, or is your life, we're willing to bet that one of Toronto's best meals for Mother's Day will go a long way to warming her spirit and making her feel loved.
Though most moms deserve a month of Mother's Days, Sunday, May 8th is what they get. So make it count. Whether she's an early riser, prefers to dress to the nines for dinner, or would rather putter around the house on her special day in a terry cloth robe, finally giving that hair mask the time it needs to soak in, there's a meal tailor-made to suit her needs. Surprise her with seafood! Invite her to Italian! Ask her to afternoon tea! Or pamper her with plant-based delights! With menus this diverse, for eat-in or to enjoy at home, you'll find the perfect fit.
Reserve your table or place your order early and ensure you impress come May 8th. A time to thank mom for everything she's done, Mother's Day only comes once a year. Treat her to one of Toronto's best meals for Mother's Day and let your gratitude shine.
Phancy's Bodega
Between May 5th and 8th treat mom to a giddy assortment of bite-sized delights from Phancy's. Opt for a Brunch or Afternoon Tea box, available for pre-paid pickup or delivery, and before you know it, mom will be nibbling on finger sandwiches, scones and shortbread fit for a queen.
Phancy's Bodega
Between May 5th and 8th treat mom to a giddy assortment of bite-sized delights from Phancy's. Opt for a Brunch or Afternoon Tea box, available for pre-paid pickup or delivery, and before you know it, mom will be nibbling on finger sandwiches, scones and shortbread fit for a queen.
Entertainment District
181 Wellington St W
TOCA
Go all out this year with Mother's Day brunch at TOCA. Located at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto, TOCA is where you'll find a buffet brimming with a wealth of opulent dishes. Think mom might enjoy a mobile risotto station, prime rib, and dessert room? Then look no further.
TOCA
Entertainment District
181 Wellington St W
Go all out this year with Mother's Day brunch at TOCA. Located at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto, TOCA is where you'll find a buffet brimming with a wealth of opulent dishes. Think mom might enjoy a mobile risotto station, prime rib, and dessert room? Then look no further.
West Queen West
1150 Queen St W
The Drake
Canadian
Head to The Drake for a brunch that everyone can enjoy. On the prix fixe menu for adults are assorted pastries for the table, and options ranging from French toast and Drake Benedict to huevos rancheros. Perfect for tots, the Little Drake menu delivers either French toast or traditional eggs with sausage or bacon, plus ice cream for a sweet finish.
The Drake
West Queen West
1150 Queen St W
Head to The Drake for a brunch that everyone can enjoy. On the prix fixe menu for adults are assorted pastries for the table, and options ranging from French toast and Drake Benedict to huevos rancheros. Perfect for tots, the Little Drake menu delivers either French toast or traditional eggs with sausage or bacon, plus ice cream for a sweet finish.
Canadian
Fashion District
77 Portland St
Shook
Israeli
Enjoy every minute with mom with a 3-course brunch at Shook, available on May 8th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the menu, find an assortment of plant-based, Middle Eastern-inspired fare, from labneh parfait and green shakshouka to coconut malabi.
Shook
Fashion District
77 Portland St
Enjoy every minute with mom with a 3-course brunch at Shook, available on May 8th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the menu, find an assortment of plant-based, Middle Eastern-inspired fare, from labneh parfait and green shakshouka to coconut malabi.
Israeli
Fashion District
469 King St W
Rodney's Oyster House
Seafood
Imagine mom opening the door this Mother's Day to a special seafood delivery from Rodney's. Whether it's a grand seafood tower, lox and bagels, fresh lobster or branzino to cook at home, she'll be startled, surprised, thrilled, and ready to dig in.
Rodney's Oyster House
Fashion District
469 King St W
Imagine mom opening the door this Mother's Day to a special seafood delivery from Rodney's. Whether it's a grand seafood tower, lox and bagels, fresh lobster or branzino to cook at home, she'll be startled, surprised, thrilled, and ready to dig in.
Seafood
Financial District
1 Richmond St W
Richmond Station
Canadian
Whether she prefers to indulge at home or venture out to the restaurant, Richmond Station's Mother's Day Brunch lets mom feast her way. Reserve your spot on-site or order a kit for pickup or delivery. Either way, you can look forward to a three-course standard or vegetarian menu featuring Richmond Station favourites like duck confit crepes, wild leek and mushroom quiche and spring-inspired rhubarb trifle.
Richmond Station
Financial District
1 Richmond St W
Whether she prefers to indulge at home or venture out to the restaurant, Richmond Station's Mother's Day Brunch lets mom feast her way. Reserve your spot on-site or order a kit for pickup or delivery. Either way, you can look forward to a three-course standard or vegetarian menu featuring Richmond Station favourites like duck confit crepes, wild leek and mushroom quiche and spring-inspired rhubarb trifle.
Canadian
Ricarda's - Downtown
Mediterranean
It's not often that mom has the freedom to sip leisurely on Provençal rosé wines as she indulges in dishes inspired by France. Add a pop-up shop with fresh florals and bottles of wine to take home, and just be careful that mom doesn't swoon.
Ricarda's - Downtown
It's not often that mom has the freedom to sip leisurely on Provençal rosé wines as she indulges in dishes inspired by France. Add a pop-up shop with fresh florals and bottles of wine to take home, and just be careful that mom doesn't swoon.
Mediterranean
Entertainment District
100 Front St W
Reign Restaurant
Canadian
Mom might want to wear her roomy pants to Reign's extravagant Mother's Day Brunch. A buffet featuring myriad sweet and savoury stations, along with a choice of main and optional cocktails, Reign is the perfect place for a memorable Mother's Day.
Reign Restaurant
Entertainment District
100 Front St W
Mom might want to wear her roomy pants to Reign's extravagant Mother's Day Brunch. A buffet featuring myriad sweet and savoury stations, along with a choice of main and optional cocktails, Reign is the perfect place for a memorable Mother's Day.
Canadian
King West
461 King St W
Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!
Latin American
If mom dreams of being whisked away somewhere warm and sunny, invite her to the next best thing -- brunch at Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! On the three-course menu, you'll find jalapeño cheddar scones, huevos rancheros, croque monsieur enchiladas, brown sugar churros, and enough margaritas to put her in mini-vacay mode.
Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!
King West
461 King St W
If mom dreams of being whisked away somewhere warm and sunny, invite her to the next best thing -- brunch at Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! On the three-course menu, you'll find jalapeño cheddar scones, huevos rancheros, croque monsieur enchiladas, brown sugar churros, and enough margaritas to put her in mini-vacay mode.
Latin American
Pusateri’s Fine Foods
Treat mom to breakfast in bed, with a little help from the crew at Pusateri's Fine Foods. Each Mother's Day Brunch box includes market green salad, quiche, hash browns, smoked salmon, pastries and freshly-squeezed juice -- plus, the added bonus of not making a terrifying mess of the kitchen.
Pusateri’s Fine Foods
Treat mom to breakfast in bed, with a little help from the crew at Pusateri's Fine Foods. Each Mother's Day Brunch box includes market green salad, quiche, hash browns, smoked salmon, pastries and freshly-squeezed juice -- plus, the added bonus of not making a terrifying mess of the kitchen.
King West
480 King St W
Pink Sky
Seafood
Few things feel as luxe as fresh seafood served in sumptuous surroundings. Invite mom to lunch at Pink Sky this Mother's Day, and there's no telling what will impress more -- the gorgeous menu or your impeccable taste.
Pink Sky
King West
480 King St W
Few things feel as luxe as fresh seafood served in sumptuous surroundings. Invite mom to lunch at Pink Sky this Mother's Day, and there's no telling what will impress more -- the gorgeous menu or your impeccable taste.
Seafood
King West
478 King St W
Patria
Spanish
Reserve early to secure your spot at Patria's Mother's Day lunch, taking place between 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 8th. Between the authentic Spanish tapas, the paella, the churros, sangria, and sultry space, mom won't ever want to leave.
Patria
King West
478 King St W
Reserve early to secure your spot at Patria's Mother's Day lunch, taking place between 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 8th. Between the authentic Spanish tapas, the paella, the churros, sangria, and sultry space, mom won't ever want to leave.
Spanish
Trinity Bellwoods
872 Queen St W
Oyster Boy
Seafood
Oyster Boy has the seafood feast mom wants to nibble on as she sips Champagne on her special day. Available for prepaid pickup, the seafood tower or lobster boil dinner for two is a grand way to show mom you care.
Oyster Boy
Trinity Bellwoods
872 Queen St W
Oyster Boy has the seafood feast mom wants to nibble on as she sips Champagne on her special day. Available for prepaid pickup, the seafood tower or lobster boil dinner for two is a grand way to show mom you care.
Seafood
Fashion District
550 Wellington St W
1 Kitchen
This year, spoil mom with farm-to-table fare at 1 Kitchen, in 1 Hotel Toronto. Included in the seasonal lunch menu, are shareable hummus and harvest vegetables, chia pudding, mini croissants with maple butter, and mini avocado tartine. Mom can then opt for the entrée that suits her best, from a selection that includes eggs Benedict, house granola, sweet potato waffles with fried chicken, and more.
1 Kitchen
Fashion District
550 Wellington St W
This year, spoil mom with farm-to-table fare at 1 Kitchen, in 1 Hotel Toronto. Included in the seasonal lunch menu, are shareable hummus and harvest vegetables, chia pudding, mini croissants with maple butter, and mini avocado tartine. Mom can then opt for the entrée that suits her best, from a selection that includes eggs Benedict, house granola, sweet potato waffles with fried chicken, and more.
Liberty Village
85 Hanna Ave #104
Mildred's Temple Kitchen
Breakfast & Brunch
Though you can't reserve Mother's Day Brunch at Mildred's, we guarantee mom will relish the time spent together waiting for a coveted table. Once inside, she'll be spoilt for choice with a prix fixe menu that includes Mildred's famous scone, and a choice of brunch faves, from huevos Monty and Wally's cheesy savoury Tart to Ms. Biederhof's blueberry buttermilk pancakes.
Mildred's Temple Kitchen
Liberty Village
85 Hanna Ave #104
Though you can't reserve Mother's Day Brunch at Mildred's, we guarantee mom will relish the time spent together waiting for a coveted table. Once inside, she'll be spoilt for choice with a prix fixe menu that includes Mildred's famous scone, and a choice of brunch faves, from huevos Monty and Wally's cheesy savoury Tart to Ms. Biederhof's blueberry buttermilk pancakes.
Breakfast & Brunch
King West
488 Wellington St W
Marben
Sure, you're probably tolerable now but, trust us, all kids are brats. Make up for some of the tribulations you put mom through with a glorious brunch or dinner at Marben. Treat early-risers to a menu featuring a granola bowl, John's burger, The Fry Up, grilled pancakes, and more. At dinner, settle in for a Sunday Roast dinner that mom, for once, didn't have to cook.
Marben
King West
488 Wellington St W
Sure, you're probably tolerable now but, trust us, all kids are brats. Make up for some of the tribulations you put mom through with a glorious brunch or dinner at Marben. Treat early-risers to a menu featuring a granola bowl, John's burger, The Fry Up, grilled pancakes, and more. At dinner, settle in for a Sunday Roast dinner that mom, for once, didn't have to cook.
Maple Leaf Tavern
Head to Leslieville's Maple Leaf Tavern for a special brunch menu created with mom in mind. The three course menu includes seasonal delights such as chocolate pancakes, bavette with fried egg and chimichurri, lemon pavlova and rhubarb strawberry crepes. Sip something splendid as you mull over your options and chat about everything under the sun.
Maple Leaf Tavern
Head to Leslieville's Maple Leaf Tavern for a special brunch menu created with mom in mind. The three course menu includes seasonal delights such as chocolate pancakes, bavette with fried egg and chimichurri, lemon pavlova and rhubarb strawberry crepes. Sip something splendid as you mull over your options and chat about everything under the sun.
Financial District
325 Bay St
Louix Louis
French
From the minute she steps onto the elevator whisking her to the 31st floor of Toronto's St. Regis Hotel, mom will thrill at what's in store. This year's brunch at Louix Louis includes a range of dishes meant to sate each and every one of her cravings. From mushroom toast with herbed ricotta to lobster vol-au-vent Benedict and the restaurant's 14-layer Queen's Cake, mom is guaranteed to adore each luxurious bite.
Louix Louis
Financial District
325 Bay St
From the minute she steps onto the elevator whisking her to the 31st floor of Toronto's St. Regis Hotel, mom will thrill at what's in store. This year's brunch at Louix Louis includes a range of dishes meant to sate each and every one of her cravings. From mushroom toast with herbed ricotta to lobster vol-au-vent Benedict and the restaurant's 14-layer Queen's Cake, mom is guaranteed to adore each luxurious bite.
French
King West
642 King St W Suite 102
Lapinou
French
Toast to mom on May 8th, with a bistro-style brunch at Lapinou, because few things say "I Love Mom," quite as gracefully as midday meals accompanied by live music and wine pairings.
Lapinou
King West
642 King St W Suite 102
Toast to mom on May 8th, with a bistro-style brunch at Lapinou, because few things say "I Love Mom," quite as gracefully as midday meals accompanied by live music and wine pairings.
French
Joni Restaurant
Featuring a range of thoughtful dishes presented in a calming, elegant space, Mother's Day Brunch at Joni promises to be a grand affair. From challah French toast and quiche with braised leeks and aged gouda, mom will find plenty of sweet and savoury flavours to savour on Joni's tempting menu.
Joni Restaurant
Featuring a range of thoughtful dishes presented in a calming, elegant space, Mother's Day Brunch at Joni promises to be a grand affair. From challah French toast and quiche with braised leeks and aged gouda, mom will find plenty of sweet and savoury flavours to savour on Joni's tempting menu.
Little Italy
585 College St
Il Covo
Italian
Il Covo's four-course Mother's Day dinner puts mom in charge, with options at every turn. Chef Ryan Campbell's delectable menu includes ricotta in brodo, taglietelle con astice, pollo arosto, and other authentic Italian eats guaranteed to impress even the fussiest mamma.
Il Covo
Little Italy
585 College St
Il Covo's four-course Mother's Day dinner puts mom in charge, with options at every turn. Chef Ryan Campbell's delectable menu includes ricotta in brodo, taglietelle con astice, pollo arosto, and other authentic Italian eats guaranteed to impress even the fussiest mamma.
Italian
Little Portugal
1214 Dundas St W
Gia
This year, invite mom to a fresh, plant-based feast she's sure to love, at Gia. No matter what time she's ready to dine, enjoy specials all day, from brunch to dinner. On the restaurant's prix fixe menu, available for groups of four or more, find options from focaccia and meatballs, to porcini agnolotti, risotto of the day, and more.
Gia
Little Portugal
1214 Dundas St W
This year, invite mom to a fresh, plant-based feast she's sure to love, at Gia. No matter what time she's ready to dine, enjoy specials all day, from brunch to dinner. On the restaurant's prix fixe menu, available for groups of four or more, find options from focaccia and meatballs, to porcini agnolotti, risotto of the day, and more.
Casa Loma
Fête mom in high style with high tea at Toronto's most regal address. With a selection of tea sandwiches, sweets and scones served in the castle's stunning Conservatory, mom will feel like the queen she really is.
Casa Loma
Fête mom in high style with high tea at Toronto's most regal address. With a selection of tea sandwiches, sweets and scones served in the castle's stunning Conservatory, mom will feel like the queen she really is.
Financial District
4 Front St E
Biff's Bistro
French Bistro
If it's serenity that mom craves, she'll love Biff's Bistro's peaceful Parisian vibe. Brunch includes a tempting list of options featuring an abundance of French flair, from croissants and sourdough waffles with roasted rhubarb, to asparagus omelette with Gruyère.
Biff's Bistro
Financial District
4 Front St E
If it's serenity that mom craves, she'll love Biff's Bistro's peaceful Parisian vibe. Brunch includes a tempting list of options featuring an abundance of French flair, from croissants and sourdough waffles with roasted rhubarb, to asparagus omelette with Gruyère.
French Bistro
Ossington
96 Ossington Ave
Azhar Kitchen & Bar
Middle Eastern
Bringing brunch to mom, instead of mom to brunch, means she can linger in her loungewear as long as she pleases. Each Mother's Day Brunch Kit from Azhar includes a selection of Middle-Eastern dishes, from babaganoush with date molasses to muhammara with walnuts and pomegranate and giant chocolate and date cookies.
Azhar Kitchen & Bar
Ossington
96 Ossington Ave
Bringing brunch to mom, instead of mom to brunch, means she can linger in her loungewear as long as she pleases. Each Mother's Day Brunch Kit from Azhar includes a selection of Middle-Eastern dishes, from babaganoush with date molasses to muhammara with walnuts and pomegranate and giant chocolate and date cookies.
Middle Eastern
York Mills
4150 Yonge St
Auberge du Pommier
French
On Sunday, May 8th, treat mom to an exquisite brunch at one of the city's swankiest spots. Dishes on the four-course brunch include poached duck eggs with smoked salmon and béarnaise, roasted monkfish with Champagne beurre blanc, and French cheese or chocolate hazelnut cake, for dessert. Moms will also receive a fresh bouquet to take home, meaning you'll look like the day's MVP.
Auberge du Pommier
York Mills
4150 Yonge St
On Sunday, May 8th, treat mom to an exquisite brunch at one of the city's swankiest spots. Dishes on the four-course brunch include poached duck eggs with smoked salmon and béarnaise, roasted monkfish with Champagne beurre blanc, and French cheese or chocolate hazelnut cake, for dessert. Moms will also receive a fresh bouquet to take home, meaning you'll look like the day's MVP.
French
Downtown
163 Spadina Ave
Alo
French
Impress mom this Mother's Day with some of the best takeout there is. Always an inspired choice, Alo at Home Mother's Day edition is a seafood-focused feast featuring lobster, smoked salmon, oysters, and shrimp, along with burrata, pain au lait, and lemon posset to gild the culinary lily.
Alo
Downtown
163 Spadina Ave
Impress mom this Mother's Day with some of the best takeout there is. Always an inspired choice, Alo at Home Mother's Day edition is a seafood-focused feast featuring lobster, smoked salmon, oysters, and shrimp, along with burrata, pain au lait, and lemon posset to gild the culinary lily.
French
Junction Triangle
1543 Dupont St
ALMA+GIL
With two menus on offer, Alma y Gil has a Mother's Day meal sure to suit any mom. Available for pre-order pickup or delivery, each menu for one, two, four or more, includes afternoon tea favourites or delights she can dive into at brunch time or dinner. From savoury tea sandwiches, sweets and scones to a meal featuring seafood fregola, green goddess salad, and more, she'll be thrilled whichever menu you send her way.
ALMA+GIL
Junction Triangle
1543 Dupont St
With two menus on offer, Alma y Gil has a Mother's Day meal sure to suit any mom. Available for pre-order pickup or delivery, each menu for one, two, four or more, includes afternoon tea favourites or delights she can dive into at brunch time or dinner. From savoury tea sandwiches, sweets and scones to a meal featuring seafood fregola, green goddess salad, and more, she'll be thrilled whichever menu you send her way.
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way
Akira Back
Japanese
Impress mom with something completely novel at Akira Back this Mother's Day. Make reservations for dinner, between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m., and try the NAZO 9. The restaurant's newest menu addition, the NAZO 9 is a mystery box featuring nine secret items chosen by the chef. Enjoyed in Akira Back's sleek, dynamic room, this promises to be a Mother's Day meal to remember.
Akira Back
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way
Impress mom with something completely novel at Akira Back this Mother's Day. Make reservations for dinner, between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m., and try the NAZO 9. The restaurant's newest menu addition, the NAZO 9 is a mystery box featuring nine secret items chosen by the chef. Enjoyed in Akira Back's sleek, dynamic room, this promises to be a Mother's Day meal to remember.
Japanese
Harbourfront
25 Dockside Dr
Against the Grain
This May 8th, treat mom to gorgeous, lakeside views with a side of brunch at Against the Grain. Options include brunch staples, like eggs Benedict and lox and toast, as well as a variety of salads, sandwiches and shareable snacks.
Against the Grain
Harbourfront
25 Dockside Dr
This May 8th, treat mom to gorgeous, lakeside views with a side of brunch at Against the Grain. Options include brunch staples, like eggs Benedict and lox and toast, as well as a variety of salads, sandwiches and shareable snacks.