Mother’s Day is Sunday, but you still haven’t picked the best spot to take Mom? Uh oh. Need help? Let us break it down for you: All you have to do is match the meal to your mama.
FOR SUGAR MAMAS
Unique So Chique
3 p.m.: Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea. Treat Mom to house-made scones, clotted cream and curds, and more; 4600 N. Magnolia St., Suite C. 773-561-0324.
May Street Market
10 a.m.: The eatery opens its doors for the first time on a Sunday. Includes toffees for moms; 1132 W. Grand Ave. 312-421-5547.
McCormick & Schmick’s
9 a.m.: Brunch buffet includes breakfast items, carved meat and seafood dishes. All moms receive chocolate roses; 41 E. Chestnut St. 312-397-9500.
FOR GOURMET MAMAS
Cafe des Architectes
10 a.m.: Moms receive a Bloomingdale’s bud vase at this brunch buffet also including coffee, juice, a glass of champagne and piano entertainment; 20 E. Chestnut St., Sofitel Chicago Water Tower. 312-324-4063.
Le Lan
11:30 a.m.: Three-course menu features rack of lamb, grilled sea bass and more. Includes a pomegranate mimosa for moms; 749 N. Clark St. 312-280-9100.
Sweets & Savories
10 a.m.: Special menu includes pastries, a cocktail, an appetizer, an entree, and coffee or tea. Desserts available. One mom wins a day of pampering at a local salon; 1534 W. Fullerton Ave. 773-281-6778.
The Peninsula Chicago
10:30 a.m.: Brunch buffets in the Lobby and Avenues include a breakfast bar, cheeses, carved meats, desserts and more. Champagne optional; 108 E. Superior St. 312-573-6695.
FOR SPICY MAMAS
Adobo Grill
10:30 a.m.: Features a special menu and an all-you-can-eat brunch of Mexican side dishes. Also available at the Wicker Park location (2005 W. Division St.; 773-252-9990); 1610 N. Wells St. 312-266-7999.
MAS
Get brunch specials and a free glass of cava for moms; 1670 W. Division St. 773-276-8700.
House of Blues
10 a.m. (first seating), 12:30 p.m. (second seating): Includes a live gospel concert and an all-you-can-eat buffet of Southern fried chicken, jambalaya, made-to-order omelets and more; 329 N. Dearborn St. 312-923-2000.
FOR SUBURBAN MAMAS
Birch River Grill
10 a.m. Brunch buffet includes mini-crab cakes, creme brulee French toast, roasted New Zealand lamb chops, desserts and more; 75 W. Algonquin Rd., DoubleTree Hotel, Arlington Heights. 847-427-4242.
Le Francais
11 a.m.: Executive chef Roland Liccioni preps a three-course prix-fixe. Entrees include salmon, rack of lamb and beef tenderloin; 269 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. 847-541-7470.
Riva Naperville
10 a.m.: All-you-can-eat buffet includes omelets, carved meats, seafood and pastries; 2020 Calamos Court, Naper-ville. 630-718-1010.
Stained Glass Wine Bar, Bistro & Cellar
5:30 p.m.: Enjoy spring dishes by chef Victor Hernandez. Includes a rose for Mom; 1735 Benson Ave., Evanston. 847-864-8600.
FOR ACTIVE MAMAS
10pin Bowling Lounge
11 a.m.: Brunch buffet features vanilla ice cream-battered French toast stuffed with Bailey’s cream cheese, pot roast, Momtinis ($9.50 each) and more. Includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental and a special gift for moms. After brunch, get three hours of bowling for $15 (4 p.m.-2 a.m.); 330 N. State St. 312-644-0300.
Spirit of Chicago
11 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.: Cruise includes a lunch and dinner buffet, live entertainment and flowers for moms; 600 E. Grand Ave. 866-211-3804.
Odyssey Cruises
Choose from three options: early brunch cruise (10 a.m.; $70), afternoon brunch cruise (2 p.m.; $75) or dinner cruise (6 p.m.; $99). Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to cruise time. Includes music; 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2322.
FOR PENNY-PINCHING MAMAS
Ann Sather
7 a.m.: A la carte options include eggs Benedict, traditional Swedish pancakes and more; 929 W. Belmont Ave. 773-348-2378.
Cafe Too
10 a.m.: Specials augment the menu. Includes mimosas and gift ideas from Inspiration Cafe and Enterprising Kitchen; 4715 N. Sheridan Rd. 773-275-0626.
Fluky’s
7 a.m.: Moms get a free breakfast; 1038 Weiland Rd., Buffalo Grove. 847-229-0833.
FOR TRENDY MAMAS
Avenue M
10 a.m.: Breakfast buffet includes carved meats, seafood and desserts; 695 N. Milwaukee Ave. 312-243-1133.
Blue Water Grill
11 a.m.: Chef Mark Chmielewski creates a menu featuring goat cheese-tomato tart, lamb, grouper and a cheesecake dome; 520 N. Dearborn St. 312-777-1400.
Tsuki
4:30 p.m.: Includes a free glass of Yaegaki sake, a standard maki roll and dessert for Mom; 1441 W. Fullerton Ave. 773-883-8722.
X/O Chicago
11 a.m.: Three-course brunch includes an appetizer buffet, entree and chocolate mousse. Unlimited mimosas, screwdrivers, champagne and bloody marys available; 3441 N. Halsted St. 773-348-9696.
