April 19, 2024
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat mom, or the special woman in your life, to a delicious brunch on her special day. Not sure where to go? No worries! We’ve gathered a list of enticing brunch spots all around the island to help celebrate her with a scrumptious day she’ll always remember!
Head to Marché Burette at The Shops at Omni Amelia Island Resort and share the infamous Brunch Tower. This stacked treat of deliciousness features scrambled eggs, applewood-smoked bacon, sausage, potatoes, pastries, Chef Brian’s breakfast feature, as well as tasty fruits and jams. You won’t regret it! $22 per person. Available Saturday and Sunday.
Salty Pelican is a tourist and local favorite dining spot in downtown Fernandina with spectacular views of the Amelia River. Their Sunday Brunch menu varies from week to week but one thing is for sure… expect it to always be delicious. Ask your server about the Bloody Mary specials and Mimosa options on Sundays and raise a glass to the best mom in the world. 10 am – 2 pm
Garden Street Bistro is a great little restaurant located on 3rd Street in historic downtown that serves breakfast and brunch all day, every day. Not only do they specialize in original menu items, but they also have incredible freshly baked daily bread, burgers, crab cakes, wraps and daily specials. Sit inside or outside in the courtyard beneath wisteria vines and sip on a mimosa with mom.
Take mom to a place where the likes of Ulysses S. Grant, Henry Ford, Laurel and Hardy, and Mary Pickford have all laid their heads and dined. Leddy’s Porch Bistro, located in the historic Florida House Inn dishes up simple, clean, southern fare for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Try their famous buttermilk fried chicken & waffles and $20 bottomless Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas. Dine inside, on the covered porch, or in the beautiful courtyard.
Receive a special mother’s day charcuterie board and bottomless mimosas for two at Disco Witch Brewing. $80 per table. This event will be held in The Broom Closet. Seating begins at 12pm and goes until 5pm. Additional beverages and food are available at menu prices at the time of service. Tables hold 4 people. Each board serves 2-4 people and contains meat, cheese, fruit, nuts, crackers/bread and much more. Purchase tickets here.
Dine under the oaks on the beautiful patio or have a seat in the cafe with an eclectic palette of colors and furnishings. Wherever you sit at Café Karibo you’re guaranteed a Sunday Brunch chock full of flavor. Try the Kung Pao Shrimp Tacos made with local shrimp tossed in garlic-chili sashimi sauce and topped with slaw, seaweed salad, tropical fruit salsa and Sriracha. Unbelieveably delish! Top it all off with a homemade dessert fit for a Queen (or a mom). Begins at 9am.
Treat mom to a Mother’s Day Brunch at the Sunrise Café at Omni Amelia Island Resort. This delicious family-friendly brunch features a grand seafood display, carving stations, fresh baked goods, salads, Chef V’s desserts and more! Take in the stunning ocean views as you enjoy a delectable holiday meal with your family. $99 per adult and $49 per child (ages 5-12 years old). Ask about the Mimosa Mother’s Day Brunch to take Mom’s celebration to the next level with bottomless mimosas!
Located on the south end of Amelia Island is a bright, breezed eatery tucked away from the main lines just waiting to serve you a delicious Sunday brunch and refill your glass. Pogo’s Kitchen represents southern hospitality at its finest and their made from scratch cornbread is a Sunday Brunch must have. That, along with the buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, will leave you and your mama with a satisfied tummy. 10 am – 2 pm
The Patio at 5th and Ash serves up so much goodness you’re going to find it hard to decide. Will it be classic Eggs Benedict or a Rise & Shine Burger? Or, thick Texas toast style French toast dusted with confectioners sugar. That’s just a sampling of their incredible brunch menu. Wash it down with one of several brunch cocktails. 10 am – 4 pm.
Show your love and appreciation for Mothers and Wives at the The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island’s Mother’s Day Brunch. Mom will feast on traditional brunch favorites and an elegant display of decadent desserts. 11am. $155 adults, ages 10 and up, add $65 per person for beverage package for adults 21+ ; $79 Children ages 4 –10. Service charge included.
Bon Apetit and Happy Mother’s Day to all you fabulous moms out there!
For a complete list of great places to eat all over Amelia Island, go to the Restaurants & Bars page.
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