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.


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...

Ambrosia French
14/20
Dining Room at Ambrosia, Santa Ana, CA OC Pavilion
801 N. Main St., 2nd Fl.
Santa Ana, CA 92701
714-550-0880
Former Balboa Island landmark restaurant resurrected as a romantic fine dining spot at the OC Pavilion. More...

Anaheim White House Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Anaheim White House, Anaheim, CA 887 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
714-772-1381
Savor fine Northern Italian cuisine tempered with French sensibilities in an elegant 1900s mansion. 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...

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...

Bistro West Bistro
13/20
The District at Tustin Legacy
2601 Park Ave.
Tustin, CA 92782
714-259-9378
Modern and reasonably priced bistro with good California cuisine and a long wine list. 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
3010 Lafayette Rd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-566-0060
Harborside landmark serves gourmet seafood in an artistic space. More...

Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza New American
15/20
Dining Room at Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-352-2525
Taste famed NYC chef Charlie Palmer's cuisine in this sleek and sophisticated South Coast Plaza space. More...

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

First Cabin Continental
14/20
Dining Room at First Cabin, Newport Beach, CA The Balboa Bay Club & Resort
1221 W. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-645-5000
Classic Cali-Euro cuisine with a striking Newport Harbor view. More...

Five Crowns American
14/20
Dining Room at Five Crowns, Corona Del Mar, CA 3801 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
949-760-0331
Character is the main element at this replica of England's oldest inn, which serves up the best prime rib in town along with contemporary dishes. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
14/20
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...

French 75 French
13/20
Dining Room at French 75, Laguna Beach, CA 1464 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-494-8444
One of OC's most romantic spots for rustic, retro French bistro fare and a chocolate soufflé. More...

The 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...

Leatherby's Café Rouge Modern American
No Rating
Dining Room at Leatherby Renee & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Center Dr.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-429-7640
Modern American sophistication at the Segerstrom concert hall. More...

Lucca Café Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Lucca Café, 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...

Marché Moderne French
16/20
Dining Room at Marché Moderne, Costa Mesa, CA South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-434-7900
Handsome Euro-Cal bistro inside South Coast Plaza offers seasonal cuisine by husband-wife duo Florent and Amelia Marneau. More...

Mastro's Ocean Club Seafood
14/20
Crystal Cove Promenade
8112 E. Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, CA 92567
949-376-6990
Supper club party atmosphere and great views set the scene for classic seafood and steakhouse fare. More...

Motif Bistro
14/20
Dining Room at Motif, Dana Point, CA St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach
1 Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-234-3200
Handsome Euro-Cal bistro with a gorgeous ocean view. More...

Mozambique French
14/20
Dining Room at Mozambique, Laguna Beach, CA 1740 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-7100
Queen Shebeen welcomes you to this Cal-Euro-African hot spot in South Laguna. 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...

Orange Hill Restaurant American
No Rating
Dining Room at Orange Hill Restaurant, Orange, CA 6410 E. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA 92869
714-997-2910
A romantic dining venue with spectacular nighttime views and an impressive weekend brunch. More...

Palm Terrace Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Palm Terrace, Newport Beach, CA The Island Hotel Newport Beach
690 Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-760-4920
Executive chef Bill Bracken’s Modern American cuisine includes dishes such as truffle-scented macaroni and cheese and potato-crusted Chilean sea bass. 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 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...

Prime Cut Café Bistro
13/20
Stadium Promenade Center
1547 W. Katella Ave.
Orange, CA 92867
714-532-4300
Reasonably priced American bistro near Anaheim Stadium. 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...

Salt Creek Grille American
12/20
Dining Room at Salt Creek Grille, Dana Point, CA 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-661-7799
A by-the-ocean fire pit, top-shelf cocktails, upscale American grill cuisine and live jazz. More...

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

Sapphire Laguna Global
15/20
Dining Room at Sapphire Laguna, Laguna Beach, CA Old Pottery Place
1200 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
949-715-9888
Classy and rustic South Laguna hot spot for Modern American cuisine, coffee and gourmet snacks. More...

Savannah Steak & Chop House American
14/20
Dining Room at Savannah Steak & Chop House, Laguna Niguel, CA 32441 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-493-7107
Grandiose, Southern-themed dining room situated on a high bluff overlooking South County. More...

Shades Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Shades, Huntington Beach, CA Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort
21100 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714-845-8444
This seaside restaurant, located inside Huntington’s Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, offers steaks, chops and seafood. More...

Sol Contemporary
14/20
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Rd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-729-1234
Euro-Cal fare 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
San Francisco’s Michael Mina brings his hyper contemporary style 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
714-567-3600
Daytime dining from chef Joachim Splichal in a museum courtyard. More...

TAPS Fish House & Brewery Brewpub
13/20
Dining Room at TAPS Fish House & Brewery, Brea, CA 101 E. Imperial Hwy.
Brea, CA 92821
714-257-0101
Notable beers join very good steaks, seafood and Cajun cuisine in a New Orleans-inspired setting. 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...

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...

Wild Artichoke California
14/20
4973 Yorba Ranch Rd.
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
714-777-9646
Palate-pleasing, affordable and inventive cuisine served in an unassuming setting. More...

 

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