Ah, Mother's Day, the one day a year when we're all reminded of the fact that we wouldn't be here without our moms. And what better way to show our appreciation than by taking her out to a restaurant and having her pick up the bill? Just kidding (kind of). But let's face it, treating Mom to a meal on Mother's Day has become the go-to move for all of us who can't find the gift to please our queen mother. So for all you kids out there scrambling to find a place to treat mom to a meal this Sunday, here are 10 restaurants with Mother's Day offerings that are bound to impress even the pickiest mommas.
LIST: 10 Fool-Proof Restaurants to Take Mom This Mother’s Day Weekend
1. Escolta at The Peninsula Manila
Treat mom to a luxurious brunch spread with free-flowing bubbly at The Peninsula Manila's Escolta Sunday Brunch Buffet. This renowned luxury buffet features several live-cooking international stations with only the freshest farm-to-table ingredients. Give mom a premium brunch experience on her special day with rates starting at P3888. Let the good times roll and have an unlimited day drinking experience with mom by adding just a little more for free-flowing champagne. Alcohol, fresh eats, and tons of variety, this Sunday's brunch is bound to be memorable.
Escolta is at The Peninsula Manila, 226 Makati Avenue, Makati City. For more information, visit The Peninsula Manila's Facebook page.
2. Nono's
For Mother's Day, Nono's has curated two sets to choose from, each one showcasing their signature dishes that'll make your mom's heart (and tummy) happy. Choose between The Signature Selections set (P2585) or go all out with the Classic Selections set (P3275). Each set is good for three to four people and comes with an order of Fried Truffle Cheese Wontons, a salad, a meat dish, a pasta dish, a pitcher of Nono's Iced Tea, plus a slice of cake of your choice.
See a list of Nono's branches. For more information, check out Nono's Facebook page.
3. Bizu Patisserie and Bistro
Spoil your mom this Mother's Day by treating her to Bizu's latest culinary masterpiece: the Roast Lamb Leg Set (P12,350). This indulgent and showstopping set meal is good for big families. It features a slow-roasted, bone-in Australian Lamb Leg that's been marinated in Dijon mustard and rosemary and served with a mouth-watering minted demi-glace. The lamb leg also comes with family-sized portions of Bizu's Summer Strawberry Salad, Linguine with Ricotta, and Potato and Leek Gratin.
Don't forget dessert! Bizu also has a range of special Mother's Day cakes, pastries, and even a huge macaron tower that'll no doubt make your mom feel your sweet, sweet love for her.
See a list of Bizu branches. For more information, visit Bizu Patisserie and Bistro's Facebook page.
4. The Grand Kitchen at The Grand Hyatt Manila
Treat your mom to a lunch or dinner buffet fit for a queen at The Grand Kitchen in The Grand Hyatt Manila. This special Mother's Day Buffet is only available on May 14, so if you want to impress your mom with a limited-time-only lavish food spread, you best make your way to Taguig this Sunday. Have mom try The Grand Kitchen's signature specialties from around the world, including the flavorful Lamb Shoulder Biryani, the juicy Stir-Fried Premium Black Angus Beef, the spicy Goan Fish Curry, and more for just P3200 per person. If you're feeling extra fancy, you can add an extra P600 for free-flowing alcoholic drinks.
The Grand Kitchen is at Grand Hyatt Manila, 8th Avenue corner 35th Street, Bonifacio Global City. For more information, visit Grand Hyatt Manila's Facebook page.
5. Tatatito
Give your mom inspiration for new home recipes by letting her try Tatatito's newest line of Filipino food with a twist menu items. Tatatito has never been shy to take inspiration from the many regional cuisines of the Philippines. Just in time for Mother's Day, they launched three new dishes that showcase the variety of flavor profiles of the country. Have mom try the Prawn Randang, a Mindanaoan classic with large prawns stewed in coconut cream and secret spices, and the Baked Tanigue in Kamias, a Batangas coastal town recipe cooked en papillote. But leave room for dessert. They also have their take on the tita-approved Filipino dessert Maja Blanca. Say hello to the Maja Brûlée. This sweet treat, which combines Filipino kakanin and the French creme brûlée, is a blend of coconut and corn pudding with a crisp layer of caramelized sugar crust, slightly burnt for added flavor and crunch.
Tatatito is at G/F OPL Building, 100 Don Carlos Palanca, Legazpi Village, Makati City.For more information, visit Tatatito's Facebook page.
6. Seasonal Tastes at the Westin Manila
If you've only got lunchtime to spoil good ol' mom, then you've got a good chance of impressing her by bringing her to Westin Manila's Seasonal Tastes Mother's Day Lunch Buffet. This one-day-only lunch buffet features a wide array of seafood and meaty offerings that'll leave your mom full and satisfied for days. Treat her to this special spread made with gourmet flavors from The Great Food and decadent eclairs from The Daily Knead including Seafood Risotto with The Great Tuscan Butter, Spaghetti with The Great Tinapa, Homemade Meatloaf with The Great Truffle de Bola, Penne with Mushrooms in The Great Truffle Butter, and Homemade Crepe with The Great Ube Butter. The Mother’s Day Lunch Buffet is priced at P3600 per head, not a bad price considering the variety of food available to you and your fam.
The Westin Manila is at San Miguel Avenue corner Lourdes Drive, Ortigas Center, Barangay Wack-Wack Greenhills East. For more information, visit The Westin Manila's Facebook page.
7. Las Flores
For an entire week starting May 13, Las Flores is putting together some of their best-selling items for a family-style feast for all the mommas out there. Dubbed the Mother's Day Especiales, these set meals are good for groups of three to four. Taste some of Las Flores' crowd-favorite menu items like the Croquetas de Chorizo, Gambas Al Ajillo, the Suquet de Mariscos, Paella Negra, and the Cochinillo Segovia bundled together, making for a memorable Mother's Day or even post-Mom's Day treat. The price per bundle starts at P1995.
See a list of Las Flores branches. For more information, visit Las Flores' Facebook page.
8. Banapple
If you and your fam love to eat, you'd be very familiar with Banapple's rich and hefty portions of American comfort eats like barbeque ribs and southern fried chicken. Well, if those mentions got you (and your mom) drooling, you might want to consider ordering Banapple's Mother's day set—the Buttermilk Chicken and Ribs Spread. This P2499 meal bundle good for four includes two pieces of crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken drizzled with parsley cream sauce, one order of Hickory Smoked Barbecued Country Ribs, and a plate of scrumptious Pasta Jacintha. To quench your thirst, four glasses of Banapple's refreshing homemade brewed iced tea are also included, along with a Banapple House Salad to keep it fresh. But wait, Banapple is also adding a Junior Banoffee Pie to end the feast on a sweet note.
See a list of Banapple branches. For more information, visit Banapple's Facebook page.
9. Eesome
Spoil your mom rotten with special Mom's Day festivities at Eesome. This cafe-slash-bar-slash-shop celebrates all our mothers with a special Mother's Day six-course menu with drinks for only P2395. Treat your mom to servings of Eesome's crowd-favorite dishes like the Short-rib Agnolotti, Sisig Bombas, Inasal Mahi, and more. Make sure to book ahead, as slots are running out fast.
Eesome is at Forbestown Road, Taguig City. For more information, visit Eesome Manila's Facebook page.
10. Max's Restaurant
Well, some moms just love the familiar. If you're looking to please mom with good ol' classic Filipino eats, then you can count on Max's Restaurant to deliver. This May, treat mom to a no-fail spread of some of Max's best-selling eats like their Fried Chicken, Lechon Kawali Kare-Kare, Lumpiang Shanghai, and Corner Bakery treats with the For Mom, With Love Mother's Day Bundle starting at P1899. Get this bundle for dine-in, take-out, or delivery this entire month and give mom a break from the kitchen.
See a list of Max's branches. For more information, visit Max's Restaurant's Facebook page.
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