Here are some of Tampa Bay's best Mother's Day brunches, buffets and dinners

It’s Mother’s Day once again in Tampa Bay, and a variety of hotels, resorts, and restaurants both casual and high-end are hosting their annual brunches, buffets and prix fixe dinners this weekend—here are 15 of them.

All events take place on Sunday, May 12 unless marked otherwise.

Bascom’s Chop House From 11 a.m.-3 p.m. this beloved steakhouse dishes out an exclusive brunch menu of shrimp and grits, crab cake Benedict, steak and eggs and a house quiche with gruyere cheese, caramelized onions and ham. Bascom’s will also serve its daily menu of steaks, slow-roasted prime rib and classic seafood entrees until 9 p.m. 3665 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater. bascoms.com

Blush Wine Room Enjoy a laid back Sunday brunch with flowing bubbly and live performances from R&B and pop singer Cienna Alidaa and saxophonist Marlon Boone. The three-course, pre-set menu costs $39.99 and an additional $20 for its “Sparkling Blush Bucket” of champagne and mixer. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 deposit (which is accredited to total bill). 5863 Goldview Pkwy Unit 107, Wesley Chapel. nico-brown-productions.ticketleap.com

Bon Appetit This waterfront favorite in Dunedin has been serving moms upscale brunch for the past 45 years, and 2024 is no different. Indulge in Bon Appetit’s all-you-can eat spread of seared ahi tuna, charcuterie, shrimp cocktail, bay scallops, roasted lamb, prime rib and a ton of different desserts. Kids under the age of 10 can attend for $25 each. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $99. 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin. bonappetitrestaurant.com

Caddy’s Most Tampa Bay Caddy’s locations (Bradenton, Indian Shores, Madeira Beach and Treasure Island) host a beachside, Sunday morning brunch chock full of traditional a.m. eats and a whole lot of booze. Moms get a free mimosa (or glass of champagne) plus $20 bottomless mimosas and $5 margaritas. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Multiple locations. caddys.com

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Clearwater’s Aquarium hosts an “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”-themed brunch for Mother’s Day this weekend, where kids can interact with themed activities, snap photos in a “Tiffany's-inspired” photo booth and even meet and greet with two lemurs, courtesy of Tampa Bay Rescues. Moms also get a free welcoming drink, have a chance to win a few prizes from a stacked raffle, and of course, access to the aquarium’s exhibits after brunch wraps up. 10 a.m.-noon. $80 ($55 per child). 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater. cmaquarium.org

Craft Tampa’s new river dining cruise was probably designed for special occasions like Mother’s Day, offering scenic views of the Hillsborough River, plus options from its prix-fixe menu of upscale brunch favorites. 3:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. $129.95. 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa. crafttampa.com
Don Cesar Straight forward brunch classics and decadent desserts are the name of the game for Don Cesar’s annual Mother’s Day buffet, which takes place in its King Charles Ballroom. Children ages 5-12 can chow down for an additional $50. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. $150. 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. doncesar.com

Fenway Hotel Indulge in the Hew Chophouse’s exclusive holiday offerings of seafood focaccia and roasted corn bisque, roasted asparagus salad with Florida citrus or vanilla bean braised short rib in lieu of its daily menu. Gain a few extra brownie points with mom by buying her a flower crown or bouquet from Florist Fire. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $85. 453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin. fenwayhotel.com

German American Society of Pinellas County Indulge in traditional German eats like schnitzel or bratwurst or opt for the German-American Society’s Mother’s Day special of shrimp scampi over angel hair pasta and mixed vegetables. Live music will be provided, and mom-friendly dancing is encouraged. A full cash bar features a $7 Pink Lady special. Saturday, May 11. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. 8098 66th St N, Pinellas Park. germantampabay.com

Grand Central Brewhouse A jazzy trio featuring Josh Hindmarsh of Hot Tonic will provide tunes in the beer garden while moms can enjoy a full spread of brunch from neighboring concept LaLa, plus endless beer and mimosa options. Noon-3 pm. 2340 Central Ave., St. Pete. grandcentralbrew.com

Mise en Place Tampa’s OG fine dining restaurant provides an upscale, three-course experience fit for a queen, although Chef Marty Blitz has not yet posted the choices for his appetizer, entree or dessert just yet. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $75. 442 W Grand Central Ave., Tampa. miseonline.com

Ocean Prime This restaurant near International Mall is open for brunch just three times a year, and will serve a Mother’s Day dinner, too. À la carte brunch items include starters like warm cinnamon bread and a citrus rhubarb mimosa, with mains like crabcake eggs benedict, smoked salmon latkes, and even lobster and avocado toast. 1 a.m.-8 p.m. 2205 N Westshore Blvd., Tampa. ocean-prime.com

Safety Harbor Resort & Spa Indulge in an all-you-can-eat brunch experience loaded with omelet and carving stations, fresh shrimp and oysters, charcuterie boards, salads and pasta at Safety Harbor’s go-to resort and spa this weekend. Children ages 10 and under can also enjoy the buffet for $36 each. And if you’re feeling really generous, book mom a massage or facial from its popular spa after y’all chow down. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $89. 105 N Bayshore Dr., Safety Harbor. safety-harbor-resort-and-spa.myshopify.com

Tampa Edition A trip to this fancy, five-star hotel this weekend promises Mama Dukes a “tantalizing buffet menu, limitless mimosas, curated spritz and exquisite rosé offerings and delightful photo ops” well worth the price tag. Kids ages 5-12 can attend for $50 each. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $150. 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa. editionhotels.com .

TradeWinds Island Resorts This waterfront resort hosts a loaded brunch of smoked fish, seafood, made-to-order breakfast items, salads, carving stations, pasta and desserts at its Island Grand Palm restaurant. Seniors ages 60 and up cost $73 and kids ages 3-10 can attend for $33. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $86. 5500 Gulf Blvd., St Pete Beach. tradewindsresort.com

The Vinoy Enjoy an all-inclusive buffet spread (think carving stations, fresh seafood and brunch favorites) at The Vinoy’s Grand Ballroom and take a post-brunch lounge next to the pool afterwards. Children ages 6-12 cost $24 while kids 2 and under can attend for free. The hotel also hosts a build-your-own bouquet at its annual Mother’s Day celebration. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $165. 501 5th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, opentable.com

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