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Orange County Mother's Day Brunch



Mom has fed you so many times, so this Mother's Day, treat her to a special brunch. The whole family can enjoy everything from strawberry waffles with a cappuccino to a succulent plate of crabs' legs paired with a Mimosa. Browse our Orange County, California, Mother's Day Brunch list to find the perfect restaurant for all of you and your special lady.


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A Restaurant Steakhouse
14/20
3334 W. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-650-6505
Formerly known as The Arches, A Restaurant is now a sophisticated space with refined comfort food and a bar scene. More...

Andrea Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Andrea, Newport Coast, CA The Resort at Pelican Hill
22701 Pelican Hill Rd. S.
Newport Coast, CA 92657
949-467-6800
Authentic Northern Italian cuisine in a casual, striking seaside setting. More...

AnQi Gourmet Bistro by Crustacean Vietnamese
14/20
Dining Room at AnQi Gourmet Bistro by Crustacean, Costa Mesa, CA South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-557-5679
AnQi blends fashion, molecular gastronomy and the An family's signature Euro-Vietnamese cuisine at Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza. More...

Back Bay Bistro Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Back Bay Bistro, Newport Beach, CA Newport Dunes Resort
1131 Back Bay Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-729-1144
The modern space adds chic charm to this on-the-bay contemporary dining spot. More...

bambu California
14/20
Dining Room at bambu, Newport Beach, CA Fairmont Newport Beach
4500 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-476-2001
Chef Michael Nirtaut puts this sunny spot back on the map with his innovative prix-fixe dinner menu. More...

Bayside Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Bayside, Newport Beach, CA 900 Bayside Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-721-1222
One of Newport’s best kept secrets, Bayside hits high marks on upscale yet casual California décor, fine cuisine and a substantial wine cellar. More...

Canaletto Ristorante Veneto Italian
13/20
Fashion Island
545 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-0900
A Venetian-inspired Italian restaurant that emphasizes fresh seafood, risottos, and rotisserie and grilled meats. More...

The Cannery Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at The Cannery, Newport Beach, CA 3010 Lafayette Rd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-566-0060
Harborside landmark serves gourmet seafood in an artistic space. More...

Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar California
13/20
Dining Room at Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar, Anaheim, CA Downtown Disney
1580 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92803
714-774-4442
Superchef Joachim Splichal's modern Mediterranean eatery in a sophisticated yet casual Downtown Disney setting. More...

Cha Cha's Tacos & Tequila Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Cha Cha Downtown Brea
110 W. Birch St.
Brea, CA 92821
714-255-1040
Mexican restaurant in Downtown Brea serves up traditional Latin dishes and strong cocktails. More...

Duke's Huntington Hawaiian
13/20
Huntington Beach Pier
317 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714-374-6446
The aloha spirit comes to Huntington Beach with a spectacular ocean view and good Polynesian grub. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Fleming Fashion Island
455 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-720-9633
Steaks, wine and a power singles scene. More...

House of Blues Southern
12/20
Downtown Disney
1530 S. Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-778-2583
The Mississippi Delta is featured in food and music at this venue in Downtown Disney. More...

Las Brisas Mexican
13/20
361 Cliff Dr.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-497-5434
Laguna Beach institution with a good menu of Mexican-inspired contemporary seafood fare and an unbeatably scenic seaside setting. More...

The Loft Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at The Loft, Laguna Beach, CA Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-6000
Highbrow California wine country bistro at the Montage Laguna Beach. More...

Lucca Cafe Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Lucca Cafe, Irvine, CA Quail Hill Village Center
6507 Quail Hill Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92603
949-725-1773
Fresh, locally grown ingredients and a charming wine list are found at this friendly bistro. More...

Matador Cantina Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Matador Cantina, Fullerton, CA 111 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92832
714-871-8226
Historic downtown Fullerton space offers traditional and fusion Mexican dishes and strong cocktails. More...

Napa Rose California
15/20
Dining Room at Napa Rose, Anaheim, CA Disney's Grand Californian Hotel
1600 S. Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-300-7170
Posh California café in Disney's empire. More...

Park Ave. Contemporary
14/20
11200 Beach Blvd.
Stanton, CA 90680
714-901-4400
Eclectic space and imaginative chef-owners elevate contemporary comfort food to new heights. More...

Pelican Grill Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA Pelican Hill Golf Club
22800 Pelican Hill Rd.
Newport Coast, CA 92657
949-467-6800
Super scenic and elegant golf club restaurant serves up fine contemporary and American fare. More...

Pinot Provence French
14/20
Dining Room at Pinot Provence, Costa Mesa, CA South Coast Plaza
The Westin South Coast Plaza
686 Anton Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-444-5900
Elegant food, attentive service and French country style in a restaurant from the Patina Group. More...

Roy's Hawaii Regional
14/20
Fashion Island
453 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-7697
Hawaiian son wins over Orange County palates. More...

Roy's Hawaii Regional
13/20
GardenWalk
321 W. Katella Ave., Ste. 105
Anaheim, CA 92802
714-776-7697
Chef Roy Yamaguchi brings his Hawaiian fusion fare to Anaheim’s GardenWalk. More...

Sage California
14/20
Dining Room at Sage, Newport Beach, CA 2531 Eastbluff Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-718-9650
Fresh, contemporary American cooking at a neighborhood favorite. More...

Sam & Harry's Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Sam & Harry Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
900 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-640-4000
East Coast steak, chop and seafood house comes to Orange County. More...

Sol Cocina Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Sol Cocina, Newport Beach, CA 251 E. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-675-9800
On-the-water Sol Cocina brings sexy back to Baja-style Mexican food. More...

Sol California
13/20
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Rd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-729-1234
Casual California cuisine and a notable Sunday brunch at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. More...

Stonehill Tavern Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Stonehill Tavern, Dana Point, CA St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach
One Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-234-3200, 800-722-1543
Chef Michael Mina brings his contemporary style and innovative cuisine to the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach. More...

Tangata California
14/20
Dining Room at Tangata, Santa Ana, CA Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92706
714-550-0906
Daytime dining from chef Joachim Splichal in a museum courtyard. More...

TAPS Fish House & Brewery Brewpub
14/20
Dining Room at TAPS Fish House & Brewery, Brea, CA 101 E. Imperial Hwy.
Brea, CA 92821
714-257-0101
Notable beers join steaks, Cajun cuisine, and seafood in Brea's lively downtown area. More...

Tradition by Pascal French
16/20
Dining Room at Tradition by Pascal, Newport Beach, CA Plaza Newport
1000 N. Bristol St.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-263-9400
Personable host chef Pascal Olhats continues to offer some of the finest classic and contemporary French dishes in OC. More...

21 Oceanfront Seafood
13/20
Doryman's Inn
2100 W. Oceanfront
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-673-2100
This local landmark at the foot of Newport Pier is known as much for its view as its wine cellar, steaks and seafood. More...

VUE Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at VUE, Dana Point, CA Laguna Cliffs Resort & Spa
25135 Park Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-661-5000
Contemporary cuisine in a romantic restaurant overlooking Dana Point Harbor. More...

 

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