Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away.
Don’t wait to make a Mother’s Day brunch, lunch or dinner reservations to gather family and friends around celebrating mom!
There are plethora of Mohawk Valley venues from kick back casual to glow up elegant, from brunch buffets to prix fixe special menus to fave regular menus available with Mother’s Day special entrees and cocktails. Gather at your favorite go-to or take a Sunday drive and have a brand new experience.
Below are some local venues inviting the Mohawk Valley to join them in celebrating mom.
The Black Stallion – Vernon ~ Mother’s Day Lunch / Dinner
5656 Route 5 – 315.829.2203 – 12 noon – 6 p.m. – COST: a’ la carte
Third generation family-owned eatery amid the fields and farms of Mohawk Valley horse country offers an Americana menu with an Italian bend, rustic elegance, personal service, and thoughtfully curated cuisine all set to an equine theme in the orbit of Vernon Downs, where the trotters run.
Recently voted best Mohawk Valley Valentines Day venue in a Utica Observer-Dispatch readers poll, eclipsing Utica-Rome famed fetes including Ocean Blue and Delta Lake Inn, folks seem to feel this welcoming local glow-up is worth a Sunday drive.
Black Stallion will be serving its regular menu with menu and cocktail specials themed and curated to celebrate the moms.
The Brewster Inn – Cazenovia – Mother’s Day Dinner Dine-In / Mother’s Day Brunch Take-Out/Regular Menu-Family Dinners Take-Out
6 Ledyard Avenue – 315.655.9232 – info@thebrewsterinn.com – Mothers Day Dine-In 12 n – 6 p.m. / Brunch Take-Out 9 a.m. – 12 n / Regular Menu Take-Out 12 n – 5 p.m. / Family Dinner Take-Out 12 n – 5 p.m. – COST: A’ la carte (see to-go pricing below).
The Brewster Inn is an award-winning vintage stay-dine-sip venue abides in a “Gilded Age Standard Oil” mansion overlooking Cazenovia Lake in the Mohawk Valley’s pastoral Madison County. If you love fine wine, sip from their cellar that earned a “Best Award of Excellence” from WINE SPECTATOR magazine.
The inn is offering an array of options to celebrate mom her way. Take her out to enjoy a fine dining menu, summer seasonal cocktails, craft beer, and award-winning sip of wine. Call to reserve 315-655-9232.
Pick up a gourmet brunch to enjoy with family in the comfort of home. Options include: crème brulee French toast ($40 for a half pan) with fresh strawberries and house-made whipped cream. Pair that with our chipotle maple sausage ($12 per pound) and an asparagus & swiss or ham & cheddar quiche ($35). Hot & ready to serve.
The Brewster Inn recommends 1 half pan French toast, 2lbs sausage and 1 quiche to best feed 8-10 people.
Order and pick-up 12 n – 5 p.m., call or order online HERE. or…
Indulge in Brewster Inn’s regular full dinner menu at home. Order your favorites, pick up and kick off your shoes to enjoy them at home. Call 315.655.9232 to order and pick-up 12 n – 5 p.m.
Order a Family Dinner for pick-up, choosing from roasted ham ($75 for fam of 4), braised beef ($22 individual/$65 for fam of 4), chicken francaise ($20 individual/$65 for fam of 4/extra cost for add-ons), or chicken tenders ($14 individual/$50 for fam of 4). The kitchen team needs only 30 minutes notice to have your hot Mother’s Day meal ready to bring home. Just call 315.655.9232 to order.
Delta Lake Inn – Rome ~ Mothers Day Brunch Buffet
8524 Fish Hatchery Road – 315.533.7710 – 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – COST: $52 Adults / $48 Seniors / $18 Kids 3 – 10 / free Kids <3 – Reservations Recommended – Call 315-533-7710 or make your online reservation HERE
Considered one of the best brunch buffets in the Mohawk Valley, the historic Delta Lake Inn, with its storied history, lakefront location and rustic charm is a go-to spot for special occasions like Easter Sunday.
Pile your brunch plate high at the signature old stone hearthside buffet, featuring on Mother’s Day caramel glazed French toast, eggs benedict, grilled steak bourbon, and cheese ravioli in vodka sauce, together with their traditionally tempting dessert bar and a carving station featuring honey baked ham and cranberry glazed turkey, while an expansive dessert station reminds to leave room for it.
Gary’s Restaurant – Canastota-Verona Beach – Mother’s Day Luncheon / Early Dinner
6367 Lakeshore Road South (this address was previously Verona Beach; it is now Canastota; the venue is in the same neighborhood lakefront spot it has been for a century) – 315-762-5516 – first seating 12 noon / last seating 4 p.m. – Cost: A’ la Carte – Reservations appreciated; please call during business hours.
Gary’s – the loveable, local, year round Oneida lakefront favorite, with a storied history, vintage vibe, and arguably the best views of Oneida Lake around her, especially at sunset – will serve their regular menu PLUS a set of Mother’s Day specials. Check their FACEBOOK page for updates.
Dianna and the team “hope to see you soon.”
Hotel Solsville Restaurant – Hamlet of Solsville / Madison ~ Mothers Day Buffet
7243 Valley Road – 315.893.7698 – Seatings: 11:30 a.m. / 12:00 noon / 1 p.m. / 1:30 p.m. / 2 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. – COST: $28.99 Adults / $25.99 Seniors / $19.99 Kids 5 – 10 / FREE Kids <5 – Reservations requested, please call 315.893.7698.
Historic Hotel Solsville is a generational gathering place in pastoral Madison County. Mothers Day Buffet will include prime rib au jus, roast pork, peel & eat shrimp, mac & cheese, redskin mashed potatoes, vegetable and salad choices, relish tray, cheese and crackers, Rolls & Butter, assortment of cream pies.
NOTE: The bar area will be closed on Mothers Day. Drinks will be served to the table in the dining room.
The Lake House 1843 – Richfield Springs – Mothers Day Breakfast / Luncheon / Dinner
2521 County Highway 22 – 720.940.8377 – thelodge@lakehouse1843.com – 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. – Prix fixe Mothers Day breakfast and dinner menu/regular menu available all day – COST: a’ la carte – Reservations recommended: call 720.940.8377.
A one-of-a-kind historic venue on the edge of the Mohawk Valley, a country drive from all directions. Smacking of Adirondack style and traditional, a rustic tavern, restaurant, event space, concert venue, and inn, all on the shore of Canadarago Lake. Beloved locally as a place to celebrate life’s milestones or keep with the family Friday Fish Fry tradition. Lakefront lawn space is specially designed to support an iconic summer concert series and outdoor events against the lovely lakefront background. Locals treat yourself to a getaway, consider staying in one of a cozy suite of 2nd story guestrooms with a private shared lakeview patio and lounge space while just minutes from Cooperstown and Glimmerglass State Park.
Mothers Day 2026 promises “something for everyone” at The Lake House 1843. Breakfast will be served from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., featuring traditional diner-esque egg and pancake specials, punched up with options including eggs with 8 oz. strip or house-made corned beef. A prix fixe Mother’s Day dinner menu will be served between 3 – 7 p.m., with options including petite filet topped with crab hollandaise sauce, rosemary garlic roasted red potatoes & jumbo grilled asparagus, fresh trout filet with smoked almond cream sauce, garden rice pilaf & broccolini, slow-roasted Cornish game hen with homemade stuffing & a squash blend.
Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar – Utica ~ Mothers Day Brunch/Luncheon/Dinner
Landmarc Building / 118 Columbia Street – 315.735.2583 – Regular Sunday hours 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. – Reservations highly recommended – Call 315-735-2583 or make online reservations at Open Table HERE
It boasts Utica’s only rooftop restaurant and bar with seasonal outdoor dining set to panoramic cityscape and valley views, a sleek, contemporary décor, ‘level-up’ motif and menu. Famous for its elegant, urban brunch.
Ocean Blue will be serving it’s regular menu all day on Mother’s Day, with food and drink specials sourced to celebrate mom. Choose from brunch and luncheon options, iconic apps including oysters and lobster bisque or elegant entrees in keeping with mom’s “day.”
One Genny – New Hartford – Mothers Day Special Dining
One Genesee Street – 315.724.3669 – 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. – Regular Menu/Mothers Day Specials – COST: A’ la carte
This local favorite fete for everything from burgers and a ball game to private events to live music to al fresco patio dining is also a go-to for late night dining from a surprisingly diverse menu that ranges from pub food to pizza to Mexican to upscale entrees.
One Genny will be open Mothers Day during regular Sunday hours 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., serving their regular menu as well as a specials and custom cocktail menu curated just from the moms.
Orchard Hall – Sauquoit ~ Mothers Day Brunch Buffet
2955 Oneida Street – 315.737.8813 – Seating: 11 a.m. / 12:30 p.m. / 2 p.m. – COST: $25 Adults 13+ / $25 Kids 5 – 12 / FREE Kids <5 (tax/gratuity not inc.) – Reservations recommended and appreciated – em OrchardHall.ny@gmail.com or call 315.737.8813 Tue. – Sat. after 3 p.m.
It sits on a slight hill like a sentry watching over Sauquoit, stately and staid, an alabaster building in Neoclassical style with glimpses of Greek Revival emote an aura of majesty among a neighborhood of modest post-WWII homes. This public house and this property ooze with Mohawk Valley – and American – history dating back to the Revolutionary era.
Mother’s Day brunch will feature a continental breakfast station (muffins, Danish, fruits, yogurt), Hot Breakfast Station (scrambled eggs, potatoes, breakfast meats, spinach and mushroom egg bake), Waffle Station, Soup and Salad Bar, Hot Lunch Station (pasta primavera, shrimp scampi, chicken Francoise ), and Dessert Station.
Paradise Eatery – Herkimer – Brunch, Luncheon, Dinner
122 West Albany Street – 315-219-5149 – 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. – COST: A’ la Carte – Reservations strongly recommended
Paradise Eatery, a locally owned fast becoming favorite venue in Herkimer proper features a diverse menu set off by a menu of smoothies and bowls, a festive vibe, and seasonal patio dining with live music line-up.
They will be open 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Mother’s Day Sunday and the patio is open for outdoor dining. Stay tuned for updates on Mothers Day special drinks and dining.
Portofino – Utica – Mothers Day Brunch
16 Harbor Lock Road – 315-790-5026 – Seatings: 10 a.m. / 12:00 noon / 3 p.m. – COST: $49.99 Adults / $19.99 Kids 4 – 10 / free Kids <4 – Reservations: phone 315-790-5026 or online reservations, click HERE.
Utica’s premiere waterfront eatery, located on the watershed of the historic Erie Canal, watercraft are welcome to dock and dine, seasonal patio dining and live music set off the sun, and an elegant cocktail lounge channels Italian Riviera flare.
Mothers Day will feature a “Grazing Table” with tastes such as shrimp cocktail, Mothers Day special Crudite’, and tomato and mozz skewers with basil aoli and balsamic glaze; a “Brunch Table” topped with traditional breakfast favorites upspread with herb or mixed berry cream cheese; a “Supper Table” with entrees including ham with brown sugar citrus glaze, salmon with soy ginger glaze and fresh lemon, chicken piccata, baked penne garlic alfredo, and chicken riggies; and a “Pastry Table” to treat mom to a gourmet confection as sweet as she.
Look for a custom-curated Spring cocktail menu to sip it all down!
Roman’s at Valley View – Utica – Mothers Day Brunch
620 Memorial Parkway – 315-737-4200 / guestservices@romansvalleyview.com – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – $55 p/p – Reservations strongly recommended / Call 315-737-4200 or online at OPEN TABLE
The vibe, the vistas, the memories … Valley View – Utica’s generational venue for celebrating life’s moments simple or grand – is back as Roman’s Valley View, the newest curator of a Utica tradition as old as time.
Roman’s at Valley View Mothers Day Brunch will feature a carving station with prime rib and roast pork tenderloin, omelet station, salad and app station, breakfast choices including banana foster French toast, quiche’ Lorraine, and breakfast meatloaf; with dinner entrees including cod francaise, brazed beef tips, lemon rosemary basked chicken thighs, and cheese tortellini . Look for a selection of desserts and cocktail specials.
Shade Bar & Grill at Delta by Marriott Hotel Utica – Utica ~ Mothers Day Brunch Buffet
200 Genesee Street – 315-266.1455 – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – COST: $47.95 Adults / $42.95 Seniors / $21.95 Kids 4 – 12 / free Kids <4 – Reservations required – Call 315.797.8010
The Delta brand is “perfect made simple” and Shade Bar & Grill has manifest it for a quarter century, with a contemporary, open-concept style blending the restaurant bar with a hotel lobby featuring clean yet cozy gathering spaces carved from a minimalist tile and marble motif, made warm by a living-art fireplace and hearth, known for elegant while festive holiday décor.
Shade sets an annual Mothers Day brunch buffet including signature omelets-made-to-order station, pasta station, salad bar, assorted salads and sides, a carving station, traditional breakfast dishes and glowed up entrees especially for mom, assortment of breads, pastries, traditional breakfast items, and desserts. Features bottomless mimosas.
Tailor and the Cook – Utica – Mothers Day Brunch & Bloom
311 Main Street – 315-624-3663 – 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. – COST: A’ la Carte – Reservations are strongly recommended; call 315-624-3663 or make them online HERE.
* Reservation seatings still available as of Friday, May 1 range from 10:15 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tailor and the Cook, Utica’s glow-up, farm-to-table go to in historic Bagg’s Square, featuring foodie-friendly tastes, curated cocktails and seasonal patio dining.
For Mothers Day 2026, T&C sets themselves apart by offering a MOTHERS DAY FLOWER BAR. A selection of fresh flowers from their in-house florist will be on display for mom to choose her faves for free, a keepsake after that special meal.
Toka Bocca – Little Falls – SunDaze Brunch at Toca Bocca
518 East Main Street – 315-508-5134 – SunDaze Brunch served Sun., May 10, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Regular menu – COST: A’ la Carte – “Have it Your Way” SunDaze Brunch menu, Reservations recommended. Call 315-508-5134 or RSVP online HERE.
This eclectic venue brands as a “Global Fusion Restaurant in Little Falls” and makes good on the promise. Its unique cannabis-themed menu and motif (NO, there is no cannabis in the food or drinks!) are just good fine while the owners and head chef thoughtfully curate international tastes and special cocktail concoctions.
Their mimosa flight is perfect for mom on her special day. Bottomless Mimosas and Brunchy, boozy, Bloody Marys are always a hit. Stay tuned for updates on Mothers Day specials for drinking and dining.
Whether you’re brunching with family or enjoying a more elevated meal, they’ve created something for everyone.
The team is still huddling on possible holiday specials and surprises! Follow their Facebook page for updates.
Trattoria Giorgio – Little Falls – Mothers Day Buffet
546 E. Main Street, Little Falls – Lunch 12 n – 3 p.m. / Dinner 4 – 10 p.m. – 315-823-1414 – Cost: A la Carte – Reservations strongly recommended, call or click HERE to find QR code bottom right for online reservations.
Trattoria Giorgio – a “Main Street” traditional Italian trattoria that boasts carrying on Little Falls’ “favorite Italian dining tradition” among the “foodie fete” emerging in the canal-side city’s Main Street marketplace.
Trattoria Giorgio looks forward to indulging the Mohawk Valley moms this Mothers Day, with buffet style entrees this year will include a carving station and favorite house special lasagna together with other meat, fish, and pasta options.
Ye Old Landmark Tavern – Bouckville – Mother’s Day Luncheon / Dinner
6722 U.S. Route 20 – 315-893-1810 – First Seating 1 p.m. / Last Seating 7:30 p.m. – COST: A’ la carte – Reservations recommended and appreciated, please call 315-893-1810
This historic inn and eatery offers rustic yet well-appointed lodging, fine dining, and famed curated cocktails to Madison and neighboring counties as well as visitors, including Colgate, Hamilton, and SUNY Morrisville college students.
This article originally appeared on Observer-Dispatch: Mother’s Day is May 10. Here’s how to celebrate in the Mohawk Valley
Reporting by Cara Dolan Berry, Utica Observer Dispatch / Observer-Dispatch
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