Mother’s Day Ideas
Plan the best Mother’s Day ever with local brunch spots, gift guide, and more.
Planning the perfect day to celebrate your mom can be tough. That’s why we have come up with a curated list of our favorite places to eat and visit so you don’t have to sweat the small stuff. Get out and try something new with the wonderful lady that made you who you are today.
Best Local Brunch Spots to Celebrate Mom
Brioche de Paris, Walnut Creek: Quick casual French dining to fuel you and your mom’s day of shopping in Downtown Walnut Creek. A warm atmosphere that smells of freshly baked croissants and baguettes!
Crumb, Danville: Breakfast is served all day so no matter when mom wants to get her day started, this is the perfect location. Situated off the Iron Horse Trail in Danville, you can go for a stroll before or after your meal.
The Hideout Kitchen, Lafayette: Tucked away in charming Lafayette, The Hideout Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood bistro with a hint of elegance. Close to shops, nail salons and a few short miles from the Lafayette Reservoir, this might be a great choice to start off your Mother’s Day.
Millie’s Kitchen, Lafayette: If you are far from home and craving a country kitchen meal, Millie’s is the place for you. A quaint setting with a homey feel and fantastic food.
Vic’s, Martinez: A family-owned business focused on good food and togetherness, they treat everyone like family. This place is meant for a Mother’s Day celebration.
Waterfront Grill & Café, Pittsburg: Located right on the Pittsburg Marina, overlooking the yachts in the harbor. This is the ideal location to dine outside and watch the boats coming and going, and the windmills spinning in the distance while enjoying an elevated and seasonal menu with ultra fresh ingredients.
Zephyr Bar & Grill, Brentwood: Bringing upscale dining in a warm casual atmosphere to Downtown Brentwood. The chef has created a special Mother’s Day menu complete with standard $5 Mimosas, Screwdrivers, and Bloody Mary’s.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Gifts for your mom as simple as 1, 2, 3, 4.
Things to Do With Mom
Go for a walk or a bike ride: Take a stroll down the Iron Horse Trail, Lafayette Reservoir, or around your neighborhood.
Go wine tasting: Napa and Sonoma too far? Check out Hannah Nicole Vineyards or Campos Family Vineyards in Brentwood or explore the Livermore Valley Wineries. Stay a little closer to home and check out some great wines with pretty views.
Find art to enjoy: One of the glories of living in California is the abundant amount of days we can spend outside every year. Why not take your mom to see the Cloverdale Sculpture Trail in Sonoma or venture to the coast to see the Fort Bragg Alley Way Art exhibit.
Be a tourist for the day: Take advantage of less crowds from out-of-state visitors. Wander around Golden Gate Park to view the Conservatory of Flowers, the Japanese Tea Garden, and the California Academy of Sciences. You can also take a ride out on the Bay around Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate bridge or visit Alcatraz for yourself.