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Salt Lake City's Best Mother's Day Brunches

2012

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Salt Lake City's Best Mother's Day BrunchesCourtesy Franck's

Moms take care of us all year, so shouldn't we pamper them a bit on Mother's Day? Taking Mom out for Mother's Day brunch lets her enjoy a lovely meal that she doesn't have to shop for, cook or clean up after. Here's a list of some of the best brunches in Salt Lake City for Mother's Day weekend.

Note: Reservations recommended for all Mother's Day brunches, except where noted.

Bambara

Bambara's Mother's Day buffet includes fresh baked goods, a carving station with mustard glazed ham and organic turkey breast, made-to-order egg dishes, and a wide array of decadent pastries. Mouth-watering specialties out of Chef Nathan Powers' kitchen include Justin's famous quiches, poached prawns, brioche French toast, truffled macaroni and cheese, roasted spring asparagus and other delicacies. Bambara will also serve its regular dinner menu on Mother's Day.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

202 S. Main
801-363-5454

Adults $38, Seniors $28, Children 6-12 $18, Children 5 and younger free

Blue Boar Inn

The lovely, intimate Blue Boar Inn in the Heber Valley resort town of Midway serves an award-winning Sunday brunch created by Executive Chef Eric May. Selections change seasonally and currently include steak and eggs, grilled pork chops, brioche French toast and many more.

Sunday, May 13, 2012

1235 Warm Springs Rd. in Midway
435-654-6459

Plated brunch selections $18-$26

Caffe Niche

Caffe Niche's "No Reservations" Mother's Day brunch will feature Chef Owner Ethan Lappé's casual menu that includes bread pudding French toast, Caribbean coconut pancakes, Kobe beef hash and more, with many locally sourced ingredients. There are no reservations required and usually no more than a 10-minute wait. Seating will be available on Niche's remodeled patio, weather permitting.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

779 E. 300 S.
801-433-3380

A la carte selections $7-$12

Cuisine Unlimited Brunch to Go

Maxine Turner of Cuisine Unlimited will be offering a complete take-home Mother's Day brunch including banana pecan stuffed brioche, individual egg soufflé muffins, ham & mashed potato roulade, crêpe torte with smoked salmon & herb cream cheese, asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, salads, breads, pastries and juice. Orders must be made by Thursday, May 10 and picked up by appointment May 12 or 13. Delivery also available.

4641 S. Cherry St.
801-268-2332

$26.50 per person

The Farm at Canyons Resort

The Farm restaurant at Canyons Resort in Park City will be offering a memorable three-course Mother's Day brunch with choices including butter poached steelhead, Creminelli fritata, grass fed steak, and farm fresh eggs.

400 Canyons Resort Dr. in Park City
888-CANYONS or 435-649-5400

Adults $39, Children 12 and under $19

Faustina

Faustina's weekend brunch is new this year and has already become an SLC favorite. Highlights of Chef Billy Sotelo's brunch menu include Texas toast with honey almond butter and roasted grapes; cinnamon swirl pancakes with cream cheese glaze; brie puff pastry with seasonal berry compote; and Faustina Benedict with polenta, local Italian sausage, grilled tomato, poached eggs and hollandaise. Faustina's weekend brunch also features a specialty beverage menu with "table mimosas" and other creative drinks. Faustina will serve dinner on Mothers Day from 4:30-9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, May 12-13, 2013, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

454 E., 300 S.
801-746-4441

A la carte brunch selections $5-$11

Franck's

Executive Chef Franck Peissel has designed a special four-course plated menu for brunch on Mother's Day. The Mother's Day offerings highlight Franck's love affair with food - French at heart, but with modern American culinary trends and fresh local ingredients.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, seatings at 11:15 a.m., 1:15 and 3:15 p.m.
6263 S. Holladay Blvd.
801-274-6264

Adults $55, Children 12 and younger $27

Grand America

The Grand America Mother's Day brunch buffet features traditional brunch favorites, plus fresh seafood, fruits, salads, sushi, roasts, dessert buffet and children's buffet. Cocktail service will also be available.

555 South Main St.
800-304-8696 or 801-258-6000

Adults $55, Children 5-12 $27.50

Harvest Restaurant, Thanksgiving Point

Harvest's Mother's Day brunch includes pastries, breads, cheeses, fruit, hot breakfast items, grilled salmon, prime rib, ham, leg of lamb, salads and desserts.

Saturday, May 12, 2012, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

3003 N. Thanksgiving Way in Lehi
801-768-4990

Adults $28.95, Children under 11 $14.95

Hogle Zoo

Tickets to Hogle Zoo's Mother's Day brunch include a delicious brunch, a fun craft for the kids, up-close encounters with small animals, a ride on the carousel, a family photo opportunity and admission to the zoo.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
2600 East Sunnyside Ave.
801-584-1769

Adults $33, Children/Seniors $23, $2 off for zoo members

The Homestead Resort

The charming Homestead Resort in Midway will serve an elegant Mother's Day brunch including omelets, prime rib, leg of lamb, glazed ham, roasted salmon, pastries, fruits, desserts and more. Each mother will receive a special gift.

Sunday, May 13, 2012

700 N. Homestead Dr. in Midway
888-327-7220

Adults $45, Children 6-12 $22

La Caille

La Caille's spectacular French chateau and gorgeous gardens are especially beautiful for Mother's Day.

Sunday, May 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

9565 S. Wasatch Boulevard in Sandy
801-942-1751

Plated brunch selections $27-$32

Little America

Downtown's Little America Hotel will serve a special Mother's Day brunch in the ballroom, with a huge variety of pastries, cheeses, salads, fruit, seafood, hot entrees, vegetables and desserts. There will also be a breakfast buffet in the Seakhouse.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, breakfast buffet 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
500 S. Main St.
801-596-5700

Brunch:
Adults $42, Children 5-10 $21, Children 4 and under free

Breakfast Buffet:
Adults $19.95, Children 5-10 $9.95

Log Haven

Beautiful Log Haven in Millcreek Canyon will offer a fixed-price four-course lunch/supper for Mother's Day, designed by Chef David Jones. Entree choices include Morgan Valley lamb, organic chicken breast, steelhead trout, New York steak and mushroom risotto.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, reservations available noon-5 p.m.

6451 E. Millcreek Canyon Rd.
801-272-8255

Adults $39.95
Children 12 and under $21.95

Market Street Grill

Market Street Grill's Mother's Day brunch menu includes seafood, omelets, steaks and chops.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Three locations:
Downtown 801-322-4668
Cottonwood 801-942-8860
South Jordan 801-302-2262

Entrees $7.99-$26.99

Oasis Cafe

Mirroring the creative daily menu filled with local organic vegetables, sustainably ranched meats and freshest seafood, Oasis Cafe's Mother's Day brunch buffet is a favorite with locals. The buffet includes a prime rib carving station and a chocolate fountain for dessert. Dinner will also be served on Mother's Day from 5-9 p.m.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
151 S. 500 E.
801-322-0404

Adults $32, Children 12 and under $18

Pinon Market & Cafe Take-Home "Breakfast in Bed"

Chef Victoria Topham of Pinon Market & Cafe is preparing a special Mother's Day "Breakfast in Bed," gift-wrapped and ready to take home to mom. Orders must be placed by Thursday, May 10 and can be picked up on Saturday, May 12 between 5 and 7 p.m. Highlights of the menu include breakfast egg strudel, ham and Swiss quiche, plum tart with mascarpone, and raspberry scones. Individual breakfast items will be available in the store on Saturday, May 12.

2095 E. 1300 S.
801-582-4539

Complete breakfast serves 6-8 $55

Snowbird Resort, Aerie and Atrium Restaurants

Snowbird Resort will still have skiing on Mother's Day, and they will also be serving Mother's Day brunch in their Aerie and Atrium restaurants. The Atrium's amazing brunch buffet menu includes breakfast favorites, sushi, duck breast, salmon, filet mignon on the outdoor grill, bananas foster and more. At the Aerie, another buffet will offer guests pastries, salads, hot breakfast items, sushi, ham, leg of lamb, grilled chicken, desserts and more.

Sunday, May 13, 2012, Aerie from 9 a.m.-3 p.m, Atrium from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Snowbird Resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon
800-232-9542

Aerie $37.95 for adults, $19.95 for children 6-12
Atrium $32.95 for adults, $15.95 for children 6-12

Tuscany

Tuscany's Mother's Day brunch buffet includes prime rib and honey glazed ham carving stations, made-to-order omelets, eggs Benedict two ways, waffle station, chilled seafood bar, fresh salads house-made pastas and an assortment of delicious pastries.

Sunday, May 13, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
2832 E. 6200 S.
801-277-9919

Adults $42, Children 12 and under $21

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