This Mother's Day, treat mom to one of the great brunches around Kansas City. Whether it's dining at a world renowned restaurant, dining al fresco, or going the casual route, take mom out this Mother's Day---and honor her and all the great things she does (and this way, she doesn't have to cook!). Here are the Top 10 Best Places to Take Mom for Brunch on Mother's Day in Kansas City.
1. Bristol
I must say that the Bristol really outdoes themselves with their Mother's Day/Sunday brunch. With their amazing spread, top-notch service, and swanky setting--you'll win the heart of any mom with brunch at the Bristol. Their cold bar selection with everything from smoked salmon, sushi, and spring rolls to delish cheeses and shrimp makes it the top spot for brunch.
You'll also find a bloody Mary bar, breakfast items, and hot items that include lobster mac and cheese and shrimp enchiladas, and a carving station.
The Power and Light location has great street side outdoor seating if you look to dine outside.
2. bluestem Mother's Day Tea and Brunch
Colby and Megan Garrelts offer a Mother's Day Brunch (with an ala carte menu) at their bluestem restaurant from 10:30am - 2:30pm on Mom's Day.
If high tea is more to your liking, try their Mother's Day Tea on Saturday, May 8th at 11am and 1pm. The two seatings offer an afternoon of fine teas, delish pastries (made by Megan herself) and tea sandwiches any mom would love. ($25.00 per person/$7.00 for children under 10)
3. Lidia's
You just can't go wrong by heading to famed New York City chef Lidia Bastianich's fabulous restaurant, Lidia's (101 W. 22nd, 816.221.3722) for Mother's Day. From the famed Pasta Trio (an all you can eat sampling of three great pasta dishes) to the Market Brunch--a Prix Fixe three course meal that includes Antipasti, a Main Course (try the Gnocci or Frico), and dessert. You may even order off the main menu AND they even have a Kids Brunch to boot.
4. Grand Street Cafe
The Grand Street Cafe, owned and operated by the PB & J group is the perfect spot to take your mom this Mother's Day. With wonderful food, beautiful decor and a great wait staff,--the Grand Street is a great way to spend any special occasion. Their Sunday brunch serves up everything from breakfast essentials like omelets to caviar and chef carved ham. They even have a great assortment of desserts. Located a few blocks East of the Country Club Plaza (4740 Grand, 816.561.8000)
5. Benton's Prime and the Brasserie at Westin Crown Center
Treat mom to a feast fit for a Queen at both of the Westin Crown Center restaurants. Enjoying a wonderful view of the city while dining at Benton’s Steak & Chop House or head to a casual family-style brunch in the lobby-level Brasserie restaurant to enjoy great eats and live jazz. Both will offer buffets with over 100 food items and a dessert bar. There is even a special play area in the lobby to entertain youngsters. Call Benton's at 816-391-4460 or the Brasserie at 816-474-4400 for info.
6. Downtown Marriot
The Downtown Marriott also serves up a grand feast with a great assortment of food (including a great dessert bar!), live pianist and entertainment with everything from balloon blowers to magicicans. There is even special menu for the little ones (think mac and cheese).
200 West 12th Street, Kansas City, MO (816)421-6800
7. M&S Grill
M&S Grill, the casual counterpart to Mccormick & Schmicks, not only overlooks the famed JC Nichols fountain on the Country Club Plaza--but offers a to-die-for Sunday brunch. M&S dove into the Sunday brunch game in the Spring of 2010 and offers a Belgian waffle bar, gourmet breakfast selections and a huge selection of smoked salmon, fresh fruit, salads, and desserts (um, hello Red Velvet Cup Cakes!). M&S also serves up a great array of main dishes (think slow roasted pot roast, biscuits and gravy, and stuffed salmon).
47th and JC Nichols Parkway, 816.531.7799
8. Classic Cup Cafe
The Classic Cup, located in the heart of the Country Club Plaza (301 W. 47th Street 816-753-1840) is the best outdoor brunch spot in Kansas City. With a huge outdoor patio and sidewalk seating, the Classic Cup will make you feel as though you're dining al fresco somewhere in Europe. With a wonderful Sunday Brunch with favorites like the Florentine Ham Frittata and the Classic Eggs Benedict--your mom will be jumping for joy on Mother's Day when you dine here.
9. Trezo Mare
Located on the cliffs of Briarcliff Village, Trezo Mare has a fabulous brunch and great view of the downtown skyline. From 10am-2pm you'll dine on everything from chicken and waffles, crab cakes benedict, and sandwiches to eggs your way, a dessert bar and much more. Ala carte items are also available as well as a children's menu. Trezo Mare is also committed to buying fresh and local--so much of what you eat is farm to restaurant. Yum. 4105 North Mulberry Drive, Briarcliff Village, 816.505.320010. Tom Fooleries
If a casual but albeit wonderful brunch is what your mom is in the mood for, Tomfooleries is the place this Mother's Day. With locations on the Country Club Plaza (816.753.0555) and in the Northland's Zona Rosa (816.746.8668), Tomfooleries offers a delicious brunch with all the fixings and an amazing assortment of desserts. Tom's also has the biggest Bloody Mary bar in the Midwest where your mom can create her own Bloody Mary with over 30 different ingredients.
