Where to eat in Vancouver on Mother's Day 2016

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start thinking about how you want to spoil mom this year. If you’re looking for a charming culinary experience, Vancouver is full of tantalizing options. Just remember, no matter where you plan to go or for what meal, it’s best to call ahead to make reservations.

Here is our guide to where to eat in Vancouver on Mother’s Day 2016.

Dockside Restaurant

Granville Island’s Dockside Restaurant will offer a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. Built around food stations, which evoke the bounty of Granville Island’s Public Market, guests at Dockside can choose from over 70 selections, like omelettes, waffles, Eggs Benedict, local meats, and fresh seafood.

Two seatings, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., will be offered and reservations are required. The buffet is $74.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity) for adults, and $34.95 per child 6 to 12 years (5 and under free).

Address: 1253 Johnston Street (Granville Island)
Phone: 604-685-7070
Twitter: @eatDockside

Jules Bistro

Mothers eat for free on Sunday, May 8. Bring your mom to Jules Bistro and her brunch will be on the Gastown eatery. Choose any item from Jules Bistro’s brunch menu and receive one complimentary per table.

Address: 216 Abbott Street
Phone: 604-669-0033
Twitter: @JulesBistro

Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 8, Boulevard Executive Chef Alex Chen and team will offer up a sumptuous three-course Mother’s Day Brunch menu for $59 per person, featuring appetizer courses such as Artichoke and Burrata Salad and Snake River Farm Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, as well as mains like traditional Eggs Benedict and Italian Sausage Meatballs Cocotte.

If brunch isn’t Mom’s thing, Boulevard is also offering a gourmet three-course dinner for $65 per person that features starters such as Sawmill Bay Oysters and White Asparagus Salad, along with mains like Classic Chicken Coq au Vin and ‘Mama’s Sunday Roast’ with Slow-cooked Prime Striploin.

Address: 845 Burrard Street (at the Sutton Place Hotel)
Phone: 604-642-2900
Twitter: @blvdyvr

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YEW seafood + bar

On Sunday, May 8 YEW seafood + bar is hosting the ultimate Mother’s Day brunch in honour of moms everywhere. Families will be spoiled for choice with YEW’s enticing à la carte dishes and delights from the raw bar, charcuterie and carvery stations. Brunch is priced at $85 per adult.

Address: Four Seasons Vancouver, 791 West Georgia Street
Phone: 604-692-4YEW (939) or reserve online
Twitter: @FSVancouver

Joe Fortes

For Mother’s Day 2016 Joe Fortes will be offering brunch from 10 a.m. Joe’s Seafood Tower on Ice will be available for $64.95/tier with Atlantic lobster, chilled crab, local oysters, clams, mussels, scallop ceviche, smoked Albacore Tuna, and poached jumbo prawns. Brunch time essentials will also be on offer, including Chicken and Waffles, French Toast, and Lobster Benedict. All moms will leave with a little surprise from Joe Fortes on Mother‘s Day.

Address: 777 Thurlow Street
Phone: 604-669-1940
Twitter: @JoeFortesVan

Bauhaus

Gastown’s Bauhaus restaurant does not normally serve weekend brunch, however, it will be offering brunch-inspired plates on Sunday, May 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A dinnertime tasting menu will also be offered from 5 p.m. onwards. In addition to these specially-crafted menus, the award-winning eatery will be sending mothers home with a treat. To reserve email [email protected].

Address: 1 West Cordova Street
Phone: 604-974-1147
Twitter: @BauhausRest

Glowbal

Downtown’s Glowbal restaurant will be bringing back its popular 100 plus item buffet on Mother’s Day. From 10 a.m. guests can enjoy favourite brunch items, including Eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, salads, breads and artisanal cheeses, omelettes, pastries, and more. Brunch is priced at $59 per adult and $25 per child (under the age of 10). For reservations call 604-602-0835.

Address: 590 West Georgia Street
Phone: 604-602-0835
Twitter: @Glowbal_Group

Coast

If your mom is a seafood lover make sure you consider Coast as a dining option. The Alberni Street restaurant is offering a Seafood Extravaganza Buffet from 10 a.m. on Mother’s Day. Diners will be treated to a fully stocked Chill Bar with items like fresh shucked oysters, jumbo tiger prawns, Snow and Dungeness crab, mussels, and clams. Coast’s seafood buffet is priced at $69 per adult and $28 per child (under 10). For reservations call 604-685-5010.

Address: 1054 Alberni Street
Phone: 604-685-5010
Twitter: @Glowbal_Group

Sai Woo

Sai Woo will be open for brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on both Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8. Indulge on Eggs Benedict, Sai Woo’s wildly popular Fried Rice Bowl, or Daily Congee. Every mom who brunches at Sai Woo will receive a complimentary mimosa upon arrival.

Address: 158 East Pender Street
Phone: 604-568-1117
Twitter: @doyousaiwoo

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CRAFT Beer Market

CRAFT Beer Market is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 8. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. enjoy breakfast classics along with buffet favourites such as cheese and charcuterie, an omelette station, and more. CRAFT’s buffet brunch is priced at $25.95 for adults and $10.95 for kids 12 and under.

Address: 85 West 1st Avenue
Phone: 604-709-2337
Twitter: @CRAFTbeeryvr

Forage

For Mother’s Day Forage will offer their delicious à la carte brunch menu, in addition to a variety of mom-approved features, like a Smoked Salmon Benny and mimosa combo, or a Grilled Kale Omelette and local amaretto cappuccino duo. Note, Forage’s backyard will be open and ready for a gorgeous sunny late-morning meal. Bookings require a credit card to hold the space.

Address: 1300 Robson Street
Phone: 604-661-1400
Twitter: @forageVancouver

FABLE

Farm-to-table focused Fable is taking reservations for Mother‘s Day Brunch on May 8. Opening early at 9:30 a.m., the restaurant will offer its regular à la carte menu as well as a special brunch deal. Patrons can decide which option they’d like when they arrive. Email [email protected] to inquire about availability.

Address: 1944 West 4th Avenue, Kitsilano
Phone: 604-732-1322
Twitter: @fablekitchen

Hawksworth Restaurant

Indulge your mom with a sophisticated brunch at Hawksworth. The restaurant will be serving brunch as usual, but they will also have two special menu items for mom to choose from: one savoury (Dungeness Crab and Spring Asparagus Benedict) and the other sweet (Verrine made of vanilla, strawberry, and pistachio).

Address: Located in the Hotel Rosewood Georgia, 801 West Georgia Street
Phone: 604-673-7000
Twitter: @HawksworthRest

Homer St. Cafe and Bar

Yaletown’s Homer St. Cafe and Bar will be offering a special brunch feature (brisket, asparagus hash, and fried egg), rotisserie (marinated lamb sirloin, sweet peppers, fava beans, chickpeas, and preserved lemon), and dessert (rhubarb and apple crumble) on Mother’s Day.

Address: 898 Homer Street
Phone: 604-428-4299
Twitter: @HomerStCafeBar

Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio

Although Ancora won’t be serving a special Mother’s Day brunch this year per se, it will, however, be offering a recently launched Sunday brunch service. The waterside restaurant features reworked classics such as Naturally Good Farm Chicken and Waffles (with spiced syrup, avocado puree, house bacon, and botanical greens), alongside their signature Steelhead Trout Benny.

Address: 1600 Howe Street
Phone: 604-681-1164
Twitter: @ancoradining

Secret Location

On Sunday, May 8 Secret Location will be serving a special three-course brunch menu, featuring some favourites from their regular brunch menu, as well as some of Chef Montgomery Lau’s new creations. The Gastown restaurant is taking reservations via OpenTable and over the phone on 604-685-0090.

Address: 1 Water Street
Phone: 604-685-0090
Twitter: @slocation

Cibo Trattoria

Cibo Trattoria will be offering a four-course menu for Mother’s Day dinner, priced at $65 per person. Optional wine pairings available at an additional cost. Dishes will be prepared by Executive Sous Chef Dan Martin, and will include a grilled octopus on strewed Tuscan kale among others. Book through their open table platform.

Address: 900 Seymour Street
Phone: 604-602-9570
Twitter: @cibotrattoria

Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver

Those looking to spoil their mom with a memorable foodie experience can do so at the Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver. The downtown hotel is set to host a specially-crafted afternoon tea on the sixth floor heated outdoor terrace. Executive Chef Ken Nakano and his team of talented pastry chefs will create a lavish afternoon tea tower, featuring a mix of sweet and savoury items.

When: Sunday, May 8 from Noon to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver – 1128 West Georgia Street
Price: $60 per person. For reservations 604-661-3321

Tartine & Maple

Those looking for a unique and edible gift idea this Mother’s Day should sign up for a cooking demonstration and dinner. Hosted by Valentine Kitamura (owner of Tartine & Maple and baker at The Uncommon Café) the cooking workshop will entail dinner, plus the demonstration of the food that will be served, which includes crispy cheese triangles, Bouillabaisse (fish and shellfish stew), and profiteroles. Welcome glass of Champagne and paired wine included, plus a little surprise for mom.

When: Saturday May 7th, 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Uncommon Café, 477 Powell Street
Price: $80 per person (or $70 when booked one week prior). Sign up here

Rocky Mountain Flatbread

In honour of Mother’s Day, Rocky Mountain Flatbread will be treating all the moms who visit their restaurants for brunch or lunch with a complimentary brownie. ​Moms who purchase any entree at the Kitsilano, Main Street, or Park Royal Food Court locations during brunch or lunch on Sunday May 8 are eligible for this sweet Mother’s Day treat.

Address: Multiple locations (check website)
Twitter: @flatbreadCo