From takeout specials and in-person dining options to locally-made gifts, we’ve rounded up all of the best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day 2021 in Pittsburgh.
Brunches + Dinners
Mimosa Brunch at Threadbare Cider
Threadbare Cider is now taking reservations for brunch at the cidery on Sunday, May 9 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Mimosa Brunch will feature brunch pizzas, sourdough French toast, breakfast sandwiches and a ‘build-your-own mimosa’ menu. Email reservations@threadbarecider with the number of guests in your party, your preferred reservation time, and your indoor or outdoor seating preference. Threadbare is also offering a special ‘Mother’s Day Bundle’ gift package for pickup, with three ciders, including Hey Sweetie, Bouquet de Rosé and Farmhouse, and a $10 gift card that can be used at Threadbare retail locations. Threadbare Cider (1291 Spring Garden Avenue)
Mother’s Day Bon Vivant Brunch at V&V Scratch Kitchen
V&V Scratch Kitchen in Finleyville is hosting a Bon Vivant Brunch on Sunday, May 9. Tickets are $125/person (kids five and under are free, and kids 6-10 are $35). Brunch is family-style, and includes fresh juices, coffee, seasonal fruit, pastries, biscuits and jam, and three-courses of your choosing. Call 724-782-0595 for reservations. V&V Scratch Kitchen (6108 Brownsville Road, Finleyville)
Sunday Brunch Takeout at DiAnoia’s Eatery
DiAnoia’s Eatery is relauching their Sunday brunch program on Mother’s Day, May 9. While they’re currently on a waitlist for in-person dining for Mother’s Day, the Strip District restaurant is accepting takeout orders online for their full brunch menu, along with a $25 Mother’s Day prix fixe with Zeppole, a main course (prosciutto Eggs benedict, French Toast, or a veggie scramble), and a cocktail to go. Order online. Gift ideas from DiAnoia’s online shop include bottles of Limoncello and monthly pasta subscriptions. DiAnoia’s Eatery (2549 Penn Avenue)
Take-Home Mother’s Day Meal Kit from Poulet Bleu
Each Mother’s Day meal kit from Poulet Bleu costs $50 per person, and comes with toasted baguette, a Kale Caesar salad, Beef Bourguignon, sides, and mango cheesecake. Orders must be placed by Sunday, May 2, and can be made online. Poulet Bleu (3517 Butler Street)
Mother’s Day Brunch Kits from Wild Child
Chef Jamilka Borges’ Wild Child is close to opening in Etna, and in the meantime, you can enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch kit. Each kit feeds two to four people (two adults and two kids), and are $50 each. Kits include a Ramp, potato and chevre Quiche, asparagus salad, hibiscut and mixed perry pop tarts, chocolate brioche, strawberry preserves, and flowers. Pickup will be at ADDA Bazaar on Sunday, May 9. Visit @WildChildpgh on Instagram to order.
Rosé Sunday Brunch at Spirits + Tales
On Sunday, May 9, Spirits + Tales in Oakland is hosting a Rosé All Day Brunch, featuring their full brunch menu (options include Pain Perdu with thick-cut Challah bread and apple cranberry jam and Smoked Salmon Toast with smoked salmon and whipped caper cream cheese), and the restaurant will also be offering a special rosé wine tasting flight. Each mom celebrating on Sunday will also receive complimentary roses. Reservations can be made online. Spirits + Tales (5130 Bigelow Blvd.)
Mother’s Day Brunch at Square Café
East Liberty’s Square Café will be open on Mother’s Day for Sunday brunch (and their rooftop is now open). For Mother’s Day, the restaurant will be serving their full brunch menu, plus a selection of Mother’s Day specials, including Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes and a Shrimp & Langostino Frittata. The menu is available for dine-in, carryout and delivery, and dining-in is open to walk-ins only. Square Café (134 S. Highland Avenue)
Take & Bake Brunch and Dinner at Alta Via
Alta Via is offering take-and-bake brunch and dinner options, available for pickup, along with reservations for dine-in service on Mother’s Day. The take-and-bake brunch option includes a family-sized quiche, sticky buns, salad and potatoes for $75 (serves four), and dinner options include lasagna or salmon. More information can be found online, and orders must be made by Thursday, May 6 at at 5:00 p.m. Alta Via (46 Fox Chapel Road)
Mother’s Day Brunch at Fl. 2
In addition to their regular brunch menu, Fl. 2 downtown will also be adding a few additional Mother’s Day features, including Ricotta Pancakes with blueberry sauce, Pupusa with pork belly carnitas, Lobster rolls, and a full American breakfast, with eggs, bacon or sausage and tomato fondue. Fl. 2 (510 Market Street)
Mother’s Day Lunch & Dinner at Spoonwood Brewing
Spoonwood Brewing is now taking reservations for lunch and dinner on Mother’s Day, with indoor and outdoor seating available. Sunday brunch menu options include Belgian Waffles, Chicken & Waffles, Cinnamon Raisin French Toast, and more. Reservation requests can be made online. Spoonwood Brewing (5981 Baptist Road)
Braised Chicken Pasta Takeout Dinner at Pane è Pronto
This Mother’s Day, Pane è Pronto by DiAnoia’s Eatery is offering a braised chicken pasta takeout dinner. Each meal is $38 and serves two, and features a mixed berry salad, braised chicken over creamy cavatelli primavera, and a chocolate strawberry torta. All menu items will be packaged cold, and come with reheating instructions. Italian pastries can also be ordered for Mother’s Day brunch. Orders can be made online. Pane è Pronto (2627 Penn Avenue)
Farm Brunch at Birch Creek Farmery
Birch Creek Farmery in Burgettstown is hosting their first event of the season with a Mother’s Day brunch on May 9. The menu includes Quiche Lorraine with farm eggs, French Toast Bake with local honey, Farmery Berkshire mpale sausage, and assorted sides. Tickets are $50 each, and can be purchased online. Birch Creek Farmery (400 State Line Road, Burgettstown)
Rock n’ Roll Mother’s Day Brunch at City Works
City Works in Market Square is hosting a Rock ‘n Roll Mother’s Day brunch on Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9. The menu will feature musically-themed treats (like the Jon Bun Jovi and the Chak Shuka Khan), and guests can build their own mimosa flights. Reservations can be made online. City Works (2 PPG Place)
Mother’s Day Buffet at Carmi’s Soul Food
Enjoy soul food favorites from Carmi’s Soul Food at their Mother’s Day buffet brunch on Sunday, May 9. Menu items include fried chicken, smoked pork ribs, Mac & Cheese and Shrimp & Grits. Tickets are $40 per person ($20 for kids 10 and under), and can be purchased online. Carmi’s Soul Food (1825 E. Carson Street)
Shopping, Gifts + Events
Outdoor Gift Market at The Pennsylvania Market
On Thursday, May 6, the Pennsylvania Market is hosting a one-stop shop for all things Mother’s Day, with Blooms PGH, Urban Trail Coffee Co., Straight Line Boutique, Emma + Jane Shoppe, and more. The event will feature flowers, coffee, macarons, candles, and more – perfect for Mother’s Day gifting. The event runs from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., and is open to the public. The Pennsylvania Market (108 19th Street)
Mother’s Day Wine Tasting at 23rd and Vine
On Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9, 23rd and Vine wine shop is hosting an in-store tasting for moms. Packages range from $65 to $125, and include a wine flight, a custom charcuterie board, and fresh-cut flowers to take home. More information is available online. 23rd and Vine (2333 East Carson Street)
Yoga + Mimosas at 1700 Penn
1700 Penn is hosting an outdoor yoga class (with mimosas!) on Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are $20 each, and include a one-hour yoga class, and a mimosa. Tickets are available online. 1700 Penn (1700 Penn Avenue)
Just Add Milk Gifts
Online bakeshop Just Add Milk is now taking orders for Mother’s Day gifts, with options that include tea bombs, chocolate breakable flowers, and hot chocolate bombs. Visit their Facebook page to shop.
Triple B Farm’s Jam Club
Give your mom the gift of something sweet every month with a subscription to Triple B Farm’s Jam Club. Subscriptions start at $35/month, and include two jars of jam. Order online.
Mother’s Day Treat Boxes at Mediterra Café
Filled with chocolates, macarons and other sweet treats, these Mother’s Day Treat Boxes are now available to order at Mediterra Café. Call either their Sewickley or Mt. Lebanon location to order by Wednesday, May 5. Mediterra Café
Know of any other great Mother’s Day events or gifts in Pittsburgh? Let us know in the comments!
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