10 Elegant Spots to Dine This Mother's Day
Mother's Day in New Orleans is the perfect time to explore a new restaurant and take in the sights of Greater New Orleans. There are so many amazing spots to discover, from bottomless brunches to seafood galore.
Here are some of our favorite spots to celebrate with the ones you love!
1. Legacy Kitchen Steak + Chop
91 Westbank Expy. #51, Gretna, (504) 513-2606
Legacy Kitchen Steak + Chop is a steakhouse that also serves fantastic sandwiches and seafood. For Mother's Day, they are offering a special menu of chef-curated dishes, including scampi sauce with scallops, redfish Monica, surf & turf, and strawberry cookie shortcake. These dishes are offered alongside their usual à la carte menu. They are running this special from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on May 10, with a complimentary glass of Champagne included!
2. The Windsor Court
300 Gravier St., (800) 262-2662
The Windsor Court is a luxury hotel in the heart of Downtown New Orleans. Inside, they have Le Salon, where an afternoon tea is offered Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They offer many themed Tea Times throughout the year, including a Mother's Day Tea on May 9 and May 10. The experience starts with a cocktail or specialized beverage, and you are then offered a wide variety of loose-leaf teas. The tea is served with a tower of tea sandwiches, fresh-baked scones, and other delicious desserts, while live piano music is playing. Tea at Le Salon is perfect for an elegant Mother's Day!
3. The Roosevelt Hotel
130 Roosevelt Way, (504) 648-1200
The Roosevelt is a historic hotel located right near New Orleans' popular Canal Street. They are offering a Mother's Day Brunch this year with a robust menu, bottomless mimosas, and live music! The menu features delicious salad and appetizer options featuring a fresh Greek salad, rabbit rillette, and artisan cheeses with nuts and local honey. To follow that, try their seafood ceviche, or you can create your own waffle or omelette! Reservations are required, and there is fixed tiered pricing for different age ranges. This is a great way to celebrate the holiday with the whole family.
4. Café Normandie
440 Andrew Higgins Blvd., (504) 528-1941
Inside the Higgins Hotel is Café Normandie, a French-influenced restaurant that specializes in delicious seafood. Their menu features New Orleans classics, such as fried oysters, trout, and crabcakes. For dessert, they offer beignets, blintzes, and lemon meringue tart. They are known for their barbeque shrimp and grits, and brioche French toast, so they shouldn't be missed this Mother's Day!
5. Annunciation Restaurant
1016 Annunciation St., (504) 568-0245
Annunciation Restaurant is a modern Creole and Cajun restaurant located in the Warehouse District. They are known for their craft cocktails, seafood, and gorgeous venue. For Mother's Day, Annunciation Restaurant is doing a three-course menu, featuring their deviled eggs three ways, trout amandine, and lemon icebox tart. The meal starts at $65 a person, with add-ons and specialty cocktails available. There is also a kids' menu for a discounted rate!
6. Brennan's
417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711
brennansneworleans.com/menus/mothers-day-brunch
Since 1946, Brennan's has been a true New Orleans staple. This iconic restaurant blends Creole food with Spanish and French influences. On May 11th, they are offering a special three-course Mother's Day Brunch. Some of the dishes include turtle soup and their iconic Eggs Hussarde, followed by their incredible Bananas Foster. The meal is $80 a person, and there is a kid's meal option. Brunch is served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
7. Commons Club
550 Baronne St., (504) 603-8000
virginhotels.com/new-orleans/entertainment/mothers-day-brunch
Commons Club is a restaurant inside the Virgin Hotels New Orleans that adds a fresh spin to Southern classics. They offer uniquely delicious cocktails accompanied by dishes such as a spinach and mushroom fritata and a steak sandwich. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mother's Day, they are offering a brunch with chef-curated specials and mimosas. Commons Club has an eclectic Southern Charm that will brighten your holiday!
8. Creole Queen
1 Poydras St., (504) 529-4567
bigeasy.com/attractions/creole-queen/mothers-day-brunch
If you are looking for a fun adventure this Mother's Day, look no further! The Creole Queen is setting sail on May 10 for a Bubbly Brunch Cruise. This experience will include a brunch buffet, as well as bottomless sparkling wine and mimosas! The Creole Queen will have a live band, as well as an open-air deck for guests to enjoy views of the city. The cruise will be from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and the cost is $100 for adults, with discounted rates for children.
9. Tujague's
429 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676
For over 170 years, Tujague's has been a Crescent City classic. On Mother's Day, this will have a special three-course brunch menu. This menu will include their duck and andouille gumbo, Eggs Rue St. Louis, and bread pudding. The price is determined by your entree choice. This is an amazing way to celebrate a special, authentically New Orleans Mother's Day!
10. Four Seasons
2 Canal St., (504) 434-5100
The Four Seasons Hotel is hosting a Mother's Day brunch in their River Ballroom on May 10. Their brunch buffet will include a butcher carving station, fresh Gulf seafood, made-to-order pasta, a salad bar, and more! There will also be live music, with Grammy-nominated artist Joe Gelini playing during the brunch! The ballroom overlooks the Mississippi River, making this a beautiful way to spend Mother's Day.
