Looking for a special way to honor mom on Mother’s Day? Pro tip: Don’t leave her with a bed full of crumbs or a sink full of dishes. Get the day off to a great start with brunch reservations at one of these fabulous local restaurants.
The Tavern Grill
Get hands-on with brunch buffet options like made-to-order pancakes, omelet station and build-your-own-Bloody Mary. For a standout side, be sure to keep an eye out for the golden brown Baked Reggiano Hash Browns.
$28 for adults, $14 for kids 12 and under. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 15435 Founders Lane, Apple Valley; 952.683.1222; thetaverngrill.com
Gary’s Supper Club
Want a little bit of everything? Gary’s Supper Club brunch buffet covers all bases. Satisfy that seafood craving with specials, including table-side Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and made-to-order Lobster or Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict. For something on the “turf” side of surf ‘n’ turf, visit the Honey Baked Ham carving station or load up on Applewood Thick Cut Bacon.
$55 for adults, $19 for kids 6–12, $6 for kids 5 and under. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 20790 Keokuk Ave. S, Lakeville; 952.469.5696; garysupperclub.com
Southern Social
Come hungry! Southern Social is serving up sweet specials, including a Skillet Dutch Baby and Banana Foster French Toast. For something on the savory side, the Egg Strata includes goat cheese, cheddar, spinach and cherry tomato topped with prosciutto, pesto, arugula and a drizzled balsamic reduction.
Prices vary. 10 a.m.–12:45 p.m. 1940 Rahncliff Court, Eagan; 651.478.7919; southernsocialmn.com
Charlie’s on Prior
Kick off the morning with a buzz (in more ways than one) via a creamy Irish coffee with a hint of mint or a silky Kahlua and vodka espresso martini. Charlie’s on Prior will be serving its traditional brunch menu. Looking for something that will quell a hungry family early? The New Orleans Style Beignets arrive light and fluffy with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Prices vary. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. 3950 Green Heights Trail SW, Prior Lake; 952.226.5253; charliesonprior.com