Brunch
Those of you who want to celebrate Mother's Day with a Mother's Day Brunch will enjoy trying out some of Raleigh-Durham's most popular breakfast and brunch spots.
Porter's Tavern - Word on the street it that Porter's Sunday brunch (every Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) is a great place for people watching--and the food is good too. Make reservations--Porter's is bound to be packed on Mother's Day.
2412 Hillsborough St., Raleigh (919) 821-2133
The Irregardless Café - Mushroom artichoke frittata and asparagus and brie omelet are just two of the choices on The Irregardless Café's brunch menu. Sound good? If so, get there early: Mother's Day brunch is 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and seating is on a first come, first served basis. However, The Irregardless Café is accepting reservations for Mother's Day dinner.
901 W. Morgan St., Raleigh (919) 833-8898
Humble Pie -
This downtown Raleigh restaurant serves up its hearth Mother's Day brunch menu (including shrimp and grits, and huevos rancheros with a side of tortilla chips) from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Reservations are accepted (and can be made online).
317 S. Harrington, Raleigh
(919) 829-9222
Finch's Family Restaurant--Mothers who appreciate good, ol'-fashioned Southern cooking will love being treated to eggs, grits and pecan waffles or any of the other breakfast favorites on Finch's menu. Finch's is a Raleigh landmark, but it’s a diner, so don't expect white table cloths and champagne!
401 W. Peace St., Raleigh (919) 834-7396
Elmo's Diner -
Elmo's huge menu and kid-friendly atmosphere make it a great place for Mother's Day brunch--it's somewhere the whole family can get a filling meal while spending some quality time together. Menu items such as cinnamon apple and cream cheese stuffed French toast are sure to be a hit with young and old alike.
776 Ninth St., Durham (919) 416-3823
Angus Barn - Raleigh's award winning steak house will hold a Mother's Day brunch buffet from 11:00am - 2:30pm.
9401 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh 919-781-2444
Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern- Second Empire will be serving Mother's Day Brunch from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm.
330 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh
(919) 829-3663
(919) 829-9519
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Day Spas
Mothers can always use some pampering, and The Triangle's day spas will be happy to oblige.Blue Water Spa has a special Mother's Day package which includes a foot massage, a facial and a robe to keep as a souvenir.
The Umstead Spa in Cary is also running a special Mother's Day pro motion: Throughout the month of May, get 20% off any spa treatments performed Monday-Thurs--just mention the Mother's Day promotion when you book your mom's treatments.
Other Activities
Mothers who don't want to be buffed or brunched may enjoy some of the other Mother's Day activities that The Triangle has to offer.
Saturday May 9, 2009 -
Take Mom Shopping at Cary Towne Center -
Win prizes, get mini-makeovers, learn about local businesses and get your shop on (for last-minute Mother's Day gifts) at Cary Towne Center.
Spend the Night
Treat mom to a romantic night at one of Raleigh-Durham's luxury hotels. Two great choices are either Marriott's new Renaissance Raleigh Hotel at North Hills or the Umstead Hotel and Spa
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