Mother’s Day Brunches
Many families show Mom how much they love and appreciate her with a special meal out. Atlanta Parent’s picks for great places to go:
Alon’s Bakery. Buffet of carved meats, artisan pizzas, gourmet sides and specialty desserts. May 8. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta. 678-397-1781. Purchase tickets in advance. Adults, $34.99; ages 5-12, $14.99; 4 and younger, free. alons.com
Horseradish Grill. Fine dining in a rustic, yet sophisticated, atmosphere with a special menu of soup or salad, choice of entrée, and dessert. May 8. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 4320 Powers Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-255-7277. Adults, $49; 10 and younger, $25. horseradishgrill.com
Ippolito’s. Celebrate mom with authentic Italian dinner specials all day. May 8. Noon-9 p.m. $12-$25. Alpharetta, 678-624-1900; Kennesaw, 770-514-8500; Norcross, 770-663-0050; Roswell, 770-992-0781; Sandy Springs, 404-256-3546; Suwanee, 678-985-4377. ippolitos.net
The Melting Pot. Sample fondue courses from a special three-course menu or the regular menu with special $5 “Mom-osas” or “Mocktails” for the kids. May 7-8. Noon-10 p.m. Roswell,770-518-4100; Midtown, 404-389-0099; Kennesaw, 770-425-1411, and Duluth,770-623-1290. $29-$50. meltingpot.com
Muss & Turners. A special southern Mother’s Day brunch buffet is offered. May 8. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1675 Cumberland Pkwy. SE, Ste. 309, Smyrna. 770-434-1114. Adults, $34.93; ages 6-12, $14.93; ages 5 and younger, free. mussandturners.com
No. 246. Spring menu and a “build-a-bouquet” station to make mom a small flower arrangement during brunch. May 8. 129 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur. 678-399-8246. Brunch, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $12-$18; dinner, 5-9 p.m., $18-$35. no246.com
Old Vinings Inn. Brunch and lunch buffet for the whole family. May 8. 10:45 a.m.-4 p.m. 3011 Paces Mill Rd., Atlanta. 770-438-2282. Adults, $40; children, $20. oldviningsinn.net
Parker’s on Ponce. Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring prime rib, salmon, ham, turkey, breakfast items, sides, salads and dessert bar. May 8. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 116 East Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur. 404- 924-2235. Adults, $35; ages 7-12, $15; ages 6 and younger, free. parkersonponce.com
Ray’s on the River. Buffet includes salad, peel and eat shrimp, breakfast items, a carving station with prime rib, made-to-order omelet station and more. May 8. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 6700 Powers Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta. 770-955-1187. Adults, $45.95; ages 5-10, $22.95. raysrestaurants.com/raysontheriver
Swan Coach House. Dine in a converted carriage house with a special mom’s day menu. May 8. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 3131 Slaton Dr., Atlanta. 404-261-0224. Adults, $36; ages 10 and younger, $19. Prices include entrée and dessert. swancoachhouse.com
Sweet Tomatoes. Enjoy a special Mexican menu featuring a fajita bar in celebration of mom, or choose from the standard menu. All moms receive a flower. May 8. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. $10.59-$11.99. Alpharetta, 770-777-9500; Atlanta, 770-913-0203; Duluth, 777-418-1148; Kennesaw, 770-429-5522. souplantation.com
Villa Christina. Gourmet buffet brunch for moms and their families. Reservations required. May 8. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 4000 Summit Blvd., Atlanta. 404-303-0133. Adults, $45; ages 6-12, $25; ages 5 and younger, free. villachristina.com
Wahoo! Grill. Special buffet features hot and cold cuisine, including carved meats, shrimp and grits, French toast, eggs, salads and more. May 8. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1042 W. College Ave., Decatur. 404-373-3331. Adults, $25; children, $10, ages 3 and younger, free. wahoogrilldecatur.com
