Carversteak (Midtown) In celebration of Mother’s Day, they will open early on Sunday, May 2, from 3 p.m. until closing. In addition to the dinner menu, the restaurant will offer specials, including appetizers like an English Pea Velouté and Harry’s Berries Strawberry Salad, entrées like a Surf ‘n Turf with Wagyu and lobster tail, and a Lobster Ravioli, closing with a decadent Tiramisu. Carversteak is the beloved modern steakhouse in Las Vegas from Carver Road Hospitality. The menu, led by Executive Chef Daniel Ontiveros, is anchored by a robust steak program alongside elevated interpretations of steakhouse classics, playful shareable small plates, and refined raw bar selections. The beverage program, overseen by Francesco Lafranconi, Carver Road Hospitality’s Vice President of Beverage and Hospitality Culture, highlights freezer martinis and innovative cocktails inspired by traditional steakhouse flavors. 

BLACKBARN Restaurant  (NoMad) The farm-to-table American restaurant from Award-Winning Chef/Owner John Doherty, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025, plans to celebrate mom with a special family-style tasting menu along with a curated à la carte offering. The tasting menu ($56/pp, for two or more people) starts with Shrimp Bao Buns with pickled carrots and chipotle aioli; Burratina & Prosciutto San Daniele with roasted tomatoes, aged balsamic, olive oil on house-made sourdough and Gem Lettuce Caesar Salad. Entrees on the brunch menu cover the entire flavor section with dishes such as the Steak Frites with lemon-thyme aioli, Eggs Benedict with choice of ham or salmon with hollandaise served on top of a house-made English Muffin or Cornflake Crusted French Toast served with caramelized apples and a vanilla-bourbon crème anglaise. For a sweet treat, dessert options include its signature made-to-order Apple Cider Donuts, Chocolate Caramel Pudding or Pavlova with fresh berries. Available for brunch, à la carte offerings include the Waffle Croque Madame, Fried Chicken & Waffles, Chicken Milanese Sandwich and Buttermilk Pancakes.

Le Crocodile (Brooklyn) Le Crocodile’s brunch menu will be available for guests looking to dine out on Mother’s Day. Guests celebrating can enjoy standout dishes like French Toast with berries and crème anglaise, as well as other highlights including pancakes with blueberries and mascarpone whipped cream; Eggs Benedict with Parisian ham; Croque Madame with Parisian ham and Gruyère; and more, alongside a selection of house-made pastries. The pricing is à la carte. Le Crocodile is the all-day neighborhood brasserie in Williamsburg by Chef Partner Aidan O’Neal. Named one of “The 100 Best Restaurants in New York City in 2024” by The New York Times, Le Crocodile has earned a rare three-star review from The New York Times and multiple Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence. 

Temple Court (FiDi) The restaurant will be offering a special brunch menu on Mother’s Day from noon to 3 p.m. in both the Temple Court Dining Room and The Bar Room at The Beekman. Highlights from the menu include Burrata with Plums & Mizuna; Peekytoe Crab Omelette with Chanterrelles, Spinach & Fava Beans; and Rhubarb & Strawberry Sorbet with Hibiscus Granita. In the Bar Room, guests can also enjoy live jazz music from Polite Company, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. The price is $85. Temple Court is chef Tom Colicchio’s refined American restaurant tucked inside the landmark Beekman Hotel in Lower Manhattan’s historic Temple Court building. The menu is rooted in seasonal, ingredient-driven cooking, with standout dishes such as Tuna Crudo, Ricotta Agnolotti, Spanish Octopus, and Snake River Wagyu Denver Steak. Food & Beverage Director Isabella Fitzgerald curates an elegant wine list and classic-meets-modern cocktail program to complement the menu’s depth and richness.

Chez Nous at The Marlton Hotel (West Village) Chez Nous will celebrate Mother’s Day with some special menu items for that day, including a half dozen oysters with a glass of Champagne, a Poached Maine Lobster Breakfast Sandwich (served on brioche with avocado, tarragon aioli, and Bibb lettuce), and a Chocolate Crémeux with salted caramel for dessert. The pricing is à la carte. Chez Nous is a Parisian-inspired restaurant located within The Marlton Hotel in the West Village, blending classic French technique with a warm, design-forward setting. Known for its intimate dining rooms—including the skylit Mural Room featuring a striking Cecily Brown artwork—the restaurant offers a refined yet approachable menu rooted in seasonal ingredients and timeless French flavors.

Momofuku Noodle Bar Uptown (Columbus Circle) Momofuku will be offering a multi-course Mother’s Day Feast. Guests can start with the Momofuku Salad and Pickle Trio, followed by a choice of Vietnamese Fried Chicken, Galbi Steak, or Glazed Bo Ssam. Side choices include Charred Broccolini and Crispy Potatoes, and guests can finish on a sweet note with a choice of Soft Serve or Miso Chocolate Chip Cookie. It is a prix fixe for $89 for an adult/$39 per child.  The restaurant offers a constantly changing roster of noodles, steamed buns, soft serve and daily specials, alongside a distinctive menu of interactive, large format dishes. Momofuku Noodle Bar East Village (East Village) The restaurant will be offering a multi-course Mother’s Day Feast. Guests can start with the Fluke Kimbap and Pickle Trio, followed by a choice of Curry Fried Chicken, Crispy Dorade, or Mushroom Crispy Rice. Side choices include Snap Pas and Crispy Potatoes, and guests can finish on a sweet note with a choice of Soft Serve or Milk Chocolate Pie. It s a prix fixe for $89 for an adult/$39 per child. 

Restaurant DANIEL (Upper East Side) Chef Daniel Boulud’s iconic flagship restaurant DANIEL is planning a very special Mother’s Day offering, including a refined three-course menu showcasing the freshest spring flavors and elegantly reimagined dishes of the season. Menu highlights include Japanese Yellowtail and Modesto, California Squab Consommé, Green-Walk Hatchery Trout, and Scharbauer Ranch Wagyu Beef Striploin. The three-course prix-fixe menu with choices is $275 per person with optional wine pairing for $135. It is $95 for children under 10 years old. On Mother’s Day, the menu will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Giulietta (Midtown East) From the team behind La Pecora Bianca, Giulietta is a stunning new arrival to the MetLife building, where the effortless elegance of the Mediterranean coastline meets the mid-century glamour of New York. This Mother’s Day, Giulietta invites families to celebrate with a three-course prix-fixe dinner menu curated of refined Italian classics. The experience begins with Cacio e Pepe Arancini and Whipped Ricotta Toast, followed by signature mains like house-made Rigatoni and Grilled Salmon, before concluding on a sweet note with a decadent Pistachio Cheesecake. The two-course prix-fixe menu is $85 and will be served on Mother’s Day from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Restaurant Yuu (Greenpoint, Brooklyn) A Michelin-starred restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, will open on a Sunday for the first time since it originally opened to serve a Mother’s Day menu, specially crafted by Founder-Owner and Executive Chef Yuu Shimano, that is a labor of love and gratitude honoring all mothers. The multi-course French omakase tasting menu will feature signature dishes such as Caviar Brioche, a house-made brioche with cream cheese and Petrossian caviar (20g or 40g), along with other specials such as Uni Risotto, Fish and Abalone Pie, and Wagyu Filet Steak with Périgueux sauce. Restaurant Yuu’s wine and sake program offers a curated selection of legacy labels and boutique producers, with two pairing options available: a classic Wine & Sake Pairing and an elevated Noble Wine & Sake Pairing, both designed to complement their seasonal tasting menu. Mother’s Day service will feature two seatings: 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 

Threes Brewing (Multiple locations across NYC-Gowanus, Greenpoint, Governor’s Island) Threes Brewing will celebrate Mother’s Day by offering a special discounted drink for moms, giving guests a chance to enjoy the brewery’s rotating selection of beers at a reduced price in honor of the holiday. The pricing is à la carte with special pricing just for moms. This Brooklyn-born brewery known for crafting approachable beers that balance simplicity with complexity, from flagship favorites like Vliet and Logical Conclusion to rotating seasonal releases. With locations across Gowanus, Greenpoint, and beyond, each space serves as a vibrant community hub, hosting live music, events, and gatherings while offering a dynamic beverage program rooted in innovation and tradition

Berimbau Brazilian Table (Midtown) The restaurant invites families to celebrate with the lively and memorable taste of Brazil. Treat Mom to an exotic dining experience filled with authentic flavors, the smooth rhythms of live Bossa Nova, chic interior ambiance, and the warm, attentive hospitality Brazil is known for. In addition to the à la carte dinner menu, which features beloved classics like Pão de Queijo, Feijoada, and Bobó de Siri, Bib Michelin-recognized Chef Victor Vasconcellos has created an exclusive lineup of Mother’s Day specials inspired by comforting, home-style Brazilian cooking such as Bolinho de Arroz, a traditional rice fritter with rhubarb and onion relish; Bacalahu, salted cod and leek phyllo tart, topped with black olive aioli and a spring salad; and Quindim, a classic Brazilian dessert, rich egg yolk custard with shredded coconut and vanilla. Raise a glass to Mom with Berimbau’s signature Caipirinha, Leblon cachaça and lime, or a glass of Bom Dia, a dry, sparkling wine from Serra Gaúcha, Brazil. Mother’s Day hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

MangoSeed (Flatbush, Brooklyn) The restaurant has been a staple for nearly three decades. On Mother’s Day, it is available all day from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., serving a Caribbean fusion menu rooted in scratch-made, soulful cooking and high-quality ingredients, all set within a cozy dining space. In celebration of Mother’s Day, all reservations will receive a complimentary gift bag featuring a body scrub and a 10% discount coupon for a Brooklyn Bathhouse day pass. MangoSeed’s signature dishes include Fish Tacos, original jerk-seasoned salmon on a house made beet tortilla, topped with guacamole and picked cabbage; Whole Fish of Orata or Branzino, offered grilled or jerked, with spinach and a touch of truffle oil; and Spicy Caesar Salad, romaine, anchovies, spicy Caesar dressing and option to add jerk, fried chicken, or salmon. Completing the menu, MangoSeed’s cocktail program features refreshing drinks inspired by timeless films like Crooklyn, Casablanca, and the Honey Sidecar.

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