Things to do in Orange County to Celebrate Mother’s Day- Top 5 Restaurants for Mother’s Day Brunch And Dinner

Mother’s Day is finally around the corner, giving us the perfect opportunity to give thanks to some of the most important people in our lives. And after the stressful year, we just had, if anyone deserves a special day dedicated just to them, it’s all the mothers who went above and beyond to support their families, so why not show just how much you appreciate them. Luckily, there are plenty of things to do in Orange County this Mother’s Day that do just that! Here are 5 of our favorite local restaurants that are the perfect places to treat the moms in your life to delicious foods and tasty cocktails. 

1) Habana 

Traveling has been a little tricky this past year, but luckily Habana is here to bring the flavors of the Caribbean to you! Here, you can enjoy delicious Cuban-inspired food with Habana’s special Mother’s Day brunch menu. You’ll be able to pick from a selection of decadent pancakes smothered in guava jam and coconut syrup or apples and a caramel rum sauce, lobster benedict, and steak and eggs topped with a tasty chimichurri. If you’re in the mood for a full course feast, Habana also offers bottomless cocktails as well as a key lime pie for dessert! To check out the full menu and book your reservations, check out their website. Habana has locations in Costa Mesa and Irvine. 

2) Mastro’s 

Looking to treat mom to the full upscale dining experience? Look no further than Mastro’s, a sophisticated steakhouse with locations in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Malibu, Thousand Oaks, and Beverly Hills. Their menus vary slightly depending on the location, but you can still expect to feast on the freshest seafood and finest steaks and chops the Los Angeles area has to offer. They also serve plenty of delicious sides and appetizers, like lobster bisque, gorgonzola mac and cheese, and garlic mashed potatoes. Select the location you’re interested in here to get the full scope of their menu, as well as their dress code, and make reservations. You’ll definitely be treating mom to a luxurious fine dining experience when you choose Mastro’s! 

3) Vaca

Transport your family to Spain this mother’s day with Vaca, a Costa Mesa restaurant that serves traditional Spanish cuisine. Here, you’ll choose from a selection of tasty big plates, like fillet mignon, baby rack of lambs, and seafood paella, as well as smaller sides and tapas, like lamb meatballs, spicy potatoes, and cured Spanish chorizo. They even offer a grand variety of innovative cocktails for every taste, as well as decadent flans, churros, tres leches cakes, and more to satisfy any sweet tooth. Click here to schedule your reservation today! 

4) The Rose Venice

If you want a full day of fun things to do in Orange County for Mother’s Day, visit The Rose Venice for brunch! Located right next to the beach, you can take the family to enjoy the beautiful ocean view right after dining. Whether you’re in the mood for something light, like pastries with coffee and tea, or more filling like brioche french toast covered in creme fraiche and syrup, the Rose Venice has you covered. They even offer pizza, burgers, sandwiches, and more during their brunch hours, so everyone in your party is sure to find something they’ll like. For more menu and reservation information, visit their website. 

5) Del Frisco’s Grille

Del Frisco’s Grille is the perfect option if you’re looking for a more classic meal. At this restaurant, their goal is to elevate the traditional dining experience with a modern twist on American classics. Del Frisco’s offers both a dinner and brunch menu for Mother’s Day, featuring plenty of starters, main courses, sides, and desserts to pick from, ranging from salads to crabcakes, steak, sandwiches, braised short rib hash, and cinnamon rolls. To view their full menu, head over here. Also, it’s important to note that while there are two Del Frisco’s Grille locations in the Orange County area, only their Irvine location is offering dine-in services at the moment. There, reservations are being accepted for indoor dining while outdoor seating is available on a first-come-first-serve basis. This blog is brought to you by Toyota of Orange, the preferred Tustin Toyota service center.