{"id":2328,"date":"2016-05-01T12:28:06","date_gmt":"2016-05-01T16:28:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/santacruzfoodie.com\/?p=2328"},"modified":"2016-05-02T16:01:43","modified_gmt":"2016-05-02T20:01:43","slug":"bay-area-restaurants-for-mothers-day-san-francisco-napa-albany-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/santacruzfoodie.com\/?p=2328","title":{"rendered":"Bay Area restaurants for Mother\u2019s Day: San Francisco, Napa, Albany and more"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Food at La Mar Cebicher\u00eda Peruana in San Francisco<\/p><\/div>\n

We are one week away from Mother\u2019s Day so if you\u2019re planning to dine in San Francisco or nearby cities, here are a few restaurants to consider.<\/p>\n

Also see:
\nMother\u2019s Day highlights\/menus for Monterey, Carmel, Pebble Beach and more
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San Francisco
\nRoka Akor<\/strong>
\nThere will be an extravagant brunch at Roka Akor<\/a> (801 Montgomery Street) with unlimited sparkling wine, Bellinis and sake, and an assortment of signature Japanese-inspired dishes. Designed by Executive Chef Roman Petry, Roka Akor will offer an impressive buffet of fresh oysters, sushi, Maki rolls and appetizers, as well as an entr\u00e9e choice between a succulent robata grilled steak or fresh grilled seafood. Families and friends will top off the celebratory feast with a colorful dessert platter with exotic fruit and house-made sweets for the entire table to share. Served between 11 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m., the brunch menu with unlimited sparkling wine, bellini or sake is priced at $118 per person and the brunch menu without alcohol is priced at $98 per person. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling 415-362-8887.<\/p>\n

La Mar<\/strong>
\nCelebrate mom on the waterfront with a Peruvian feast at La Mar Cebicher\u00eda Peruana<\/a>. Alongside panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, La Mar will offer a unique Mother\u2019s Day buffet brunch with both traditional and innovative Peruvian dishes from Chef and Peruvian-Native Victoriano Lopez. Offering colorful and fresh fare, the buffet will be offered at $78 per person for adults and $30 for children 12 years and under. Vibrant appetizer stations will take over the restaurant showcasing large-format versions of La Mar\u2019s beloved Bandejas \u2013 or platters \u2013 inspired by the true Peruvian spirit. The stations will boast La Mar\u2019s greatest hits including cebiche selections, causitas, tiraditos, nigiri, empanadas, and Anticuchos, to name a few. Guests will also choose between four main entr\u00e9es served tableside with a dessert platter to follow. The first 100 moms will also receive a surprise gift. Brunch will be offered from 10am-3pm and reservations can be made on OpenTable<\/a> or by calling 415-397-8880.<\/p>\n

Top of the Mark at the InterContinental Mark Hopkins<\/strong>
\nCelebrate mom over brunch at Top of the Mark<\/a> this Mother\u2019s Day. From 10am \u2013 2pm, the iconic destination features a decadent brunch buffet by Chef Nenad Stefanovic with unobstructed views of the San Francisco Bay and entertainment by Michael Athans on piano. Menu highlights include a raw bar, salads, antipasto, a selection of small plates including Shrimp ceviche shooter with Early Girl tomato broth and smoked duck, orange, and basil oil, and entrees such as Ricotta Ravioli with tomato cream and lobster morsels and assorted dim sum. Top of the Mark also offers a full selection of breakfast items and dessert bar including a strawberry dipping station. Brunch is $125 per adult and $59 per child, ages 4 \u2013 12; pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations are required at 415-616-6940.<\/p>\n

Foreign Cinema<\/strong>
\nCelebrate this Mother\u2019s Day at Foreign Cinema<\/a> and treat Mom to elegant yet approachable dishes from chef\/owners Gayle Pirie and John Clark. Indulge in delights such as the infamous Organic Seasonal Pop Tarts, Caramel Pecan Sticky Bun, Champagne Omelet, and Balsamic Fried Eggs. Dine with loved ones inside or outside on the airy and spacious covered patio. Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. \u2013 2:30 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended at foreigncinema.com or call 415-648-7600.<\/p>\n

Presidio Social Club<\/strong>
\nCelebrate Mother\u2019s Day at Presidio Social Club with a number of special dishes available throughout the weekend. For brunch, PSC will have Soft Shell Crab Po Boys with Asian Slaw & Mixed Greens; Soft Poached Eggs with Artichoke Hearts, Creamed Spinach & Hollandaise Sauce; as well as Slow Roasted Devil\u2019s Gulch Pork Leg with Soft Poached Egg, Fried Potatoes and Salsa Verde and classic brunch cocktails such as Mimosas, Bellinis and Spritzers.<\/p>\n

PSC will also have new spring menu items available to order, including Presidio Scramble (an asparagus and herb scramble with a house made biscuit from Pastry Chef Rene Cruz); Chicken Arugula Salad with Candied Pecans & Avocado Vinaigrette; and Chickpea Hash with Roasted Pork, Poached Eggs & Harissa Yogurt. Call 415-885-1888 to make a reservation.<\/p>\n

Luce\u00a0<\/strong>
\nMichelin-starred restaurant Luce<\/a> invites guests to celebrate mom over a brunch buffet from 11am\u20132pm. Brunch is $85 per person and $45 per child ages 4\u201312 years. For reservations, visit Luce on OpenTable<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Napa
\n<\/strong>Ca\u2019 Momi<\/strong>
\nCa\u2019 Momi<\/a> is celebrating La Festa Della Mamma on Sunday May 8th at their downtown Napa Osteria with two-for-one Sangue Italiano, an Organic San Marzano DOP Tomato Bloody Mary and Ca\u2019 Secco Bellini from 11:30am to 5pm. They\u2019ll also be offering a $35 four-course prix fix menu from brunch through dinner service that includes a Burrata & Verdure plate to start, followed by Ca\u2019 Momi\u2019s signature Pizza Margherita or Pizza Veneta and an Insalata Mista before ending sweetly with a decadent Millefoglie Alle Fragole.<\/p>\n

At Ca\u2019 Momi Enoteca<\/a> located within the Oxbow Public Market, moms who dine in will receive $5 glasses of sparkling wine, Ca\u2019 Secco or Ca\u2019 Rosa, and two complimentary sweet bignes. The whole family can enjoy any pizza & glass of Bianco or Rosso di Ca\u2019 Momi for $22. If you\u2019re throwing a Mother\u2019s day bash at home, they\u2019re also offering a take-out options with a bottle of Ca\u2019 Secco or Ca\u2019 Rosa plus 6 bigne for $30.<\/p>\n

FARM at The Carneros Inn<\/strong>
\nTreat mom to a Wine Country celebration and leave the pampering up to FARM at The Carneros Inn (4048 Sonoma Hwy in Napa) with their lavish Mother\u2019s Day brunch. Designed by Executive Chef Aaron Meneghelli, the family-style brunch will include a spread of seasonal dishes such as Warm Asparagus Salad with trumpet mushroom bacon, soft poached egg and frisee; Local Halibut with crushed fava beans and salsa verde; and Rosemary Honey Glazed Caggiano Ham with Carolina Gold rice, toasted cipollini onions, and English pea shoot, among others. The grand finale will conclude with a dessert platter that includes Chocolate Raspberry Tart, Cheesecake Pop, and Vanilla Panna Cotta with fruit compote. FARM will be open for brunch from 10 a.m.\u20132 p.m. The adult menu is priced at $85 per person and the children\u2019s menu is $40 (ages 4-12). Brunch is by reservation only and can be made by calling 707-299-4880 or visiting the web site<\/a>.<\/p>\n

East Bay – Albany
\nCaf\u00e9 Eugene<\/strong>
\nWith the recent unveiling of daily brunch, Albany\u2019s newest restaurant Caf\u00e9 Eugene<\/a> will serve special Pacific Northwest-inspired treats this Mother\u2019s Day. Mirrored after owner Ryan Murff\u2019s favorite Mother\u2019s Day tradition, Waffles with Strawberries and Whipped Cream will be on special in addition to floral cocktails made just for the holiday. In Oregon fashion, moms will be sent home with special wildflowers. Brunch will run from 9am-3pm and reservations can be made online or by calling 510-647-9999.<\/p>\n

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