Brunch is a Mother’s Day tradition and if you want to do it right you’ll want to find a brunch that’s as great as your mom. We’ve scoured the Los Angeles city listings and below we share our favorites.
1 Pico (Shutters on the Beach)
1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica
310-587-1717
Brunch is from 10am – 4pm
As one of Southern California’s premier beachfront dining locations, this bright and cheery space is perfect for a brunch followed by a walk on the beach. Start this Mother’s Day with an unbeatable view and a complimentary bellini or mimosa, Mom’s choice. The menu is three-course prix-fixe and treats mom to dishes like grilled-asparagus Benedict; filet mignon and eggs with salsa verde; smoked salmon with citrus dressing; lobster and rock shrimp rigate in vodka sauce; and halva pot de crème with orange blossom syrup.
Millennium Biltmore
506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles
213-624-1011
The iconic landmark hotel offers two distinct Mother’s Day celebrations. The annual Champagne Brunch buffet from 11a – 3p is in the hotel’s Crystal Ballroom. Highlights include breakfast stations, a chilled antipasti station, salad station, seafood selections, carving stations and rows of chafers. You must check out the gourmet dessert display. Pricing is $69 per person including free-flowing champagne, half-price for children (ages 5-11) and free for kids age 4 and under. Note that reservations are required. If you already have morning plans consider Traditional Afternoon Tea. Itis served in the famed Rendezvous Court from 2 – 5pm. Mom and guests will be treated to an assortment of sandwiches, scones and pastries with a pot of fine-blended custom tea. Pricing for the Sunday Afternoon Tea is $55 per person.
Jean-Georges
9850 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills
310-860-6566
12p – 3p
