Mother’s Day Brunches in Marin

Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 12. Brunch is always a popular outing in honor of mom, and here are some of our favorite family-friendly spots for a Mother's Day brunch in Marin and the Bay Area.

All information is correct at time of publishing, but please check with the restaurant to confirm. You should also make your reservations soon, as Mother's Day brunches fill up pretty quickly.

• Comforts
  San Anselmo
  8 am–3 pm
  This popular San Anselmo eatery offers an indoor or outdoor brunch that's perfect for Mother's Day. Reservations are not accepted. They also offer takeout treats like a breakfast pastry basket, spring vegetable frittata, assorted quiches, and even gift bags filled with sparkling wine and artisan chocolates. For more info, visit their website.
• Sam’s Anchor Café
  Tiburon
  9:30 am–2 pm
  Sam's on the water in scenic downtown Tiburon was voted the best outdoor restaurant by the San Francisco Chronicle. You can sit inside or out and watch the boats pass by on the Bay. You can even sail your own boat there and tie up at their dock! Note that Sam's only takes reservations for parties of 10 or more. Location: 27 Main Street, Downtown Tiburon. For more info, go to their website.
• Roche Winery & Vineyards
  Sonoma
  2 seatings: 10 am & noon
  Join Roche on Mother's Day for their annual Mother's Day Brunch in the Vineyard. Reserve your spot here.
• The Club at McInnis Park
  San Rafael
  10 am–2 pm
  Enjoy brunch right on the golf course and then play a round, hit some balls at the driving range, or enjoy some mini golf. The menu includes a carving station, eggs benedict, waffles, enchiladas, bacon, salads, and desserts. Reservations: (415) 491-5990. Location: 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael. For more info, visit their website.
• Safari West
  Santa Rosa
  2 seatings: 10 am & 2 pm
  Bring mom to a "Wild About Mom" brunch on the Sonoma Serengeti at Safari West in Santa Rosa. Enjoy a glorious champagne brunch featuring delectable selections for this special day. Reserve your spot here.
• Finnegan's Marin
  Novato
  10 am–2:30 pm
  Finnegan's Marin offers its regular Sunday brunch fare, include eggs benedict and florentine, special scrambles, and more. Kids meals include a short stack, breakfast sandwich, fish and chips, burgers and more. Location: 877 Grant Avenue, Novato. For more info, call (415) 899-1516 or visit their website.
• Insalata's
  San Anselmo
  10 am–2:30 pm
  Insalata's celebrates Mother's Day with a brunch buffet extravaganza featuring breakfast cassoulet, smoked salmon Benedict, porchetta 'n' grits, pastries, and more. Location: 120 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo. For more info, call (415) 457-7700 or visit their website.
• Left Bank Brasserie
  Larkspur
  10 am–3 pm
  Nothing says “je t'aime” like a truly great meal, oui? Treat the special mama in your life to a fun and French dining experience at Left Bank this Mother’s Day! The Left Bank will be serving its brunch classics with some special springtime additions. Location: 507 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. For more info, call (415) 927-3331 or visit their website.
• Petite Left Bank
  Tiburon
  10 am–4 pm
  Petite Left Bank will be offering its regular brunch/lunch menu with mom in mind this Mother's Day. Location: 1696 Tiburon Boulevard, Tiburon. For more info, visit their website.
• Cavallo Point, Callippe Ballroom
  Sausalito
  2 seatings: 10 am & 1 pm
  On Mother’s Day, celebrate the ones you love with a lavish springtime brunch buffet. From fresh seafood and seasonal salads to a wide array of brunch entrées, capped off by a myriad of delectable pastries and desserts, Cavallo Point's culinary team is pulling out all the stops in honor of mothers everywhere. Location: 601 Murray Circle, Fort Baker, Sausalito. Reserve your spot here.
• Peacock Gap Golf Club
  San Rafael
  2 seatings: 10:30 am & 12:30 pm
  Range Cafe at Peacock Gap Golf Club offers a Mothers Day brunch buffet with bottomless mimosas, prime rib, eggs Benedict, pastries, Belgian waffles, and more. Location: 333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael. For more info and reservations, visit their website.
• Rancho Nicasio
  Nicasio
  10 am–3 pm
  Rancho Nicasio offers an outdoor Mother's Day brunch with roast beef au jus, Nicasio Valley Farm fresh scrambled eggs, chilaquiles, roasted vegetables, pancakes, waffles, and more. Location: 1 Old Rancheria Road, Nicasio. Make reservations online here. For more info, visit their website.
• Viansa Winery
  Sonoma
  10 am–1 pm
  Celebrate mom with a special brunch (including a welcome mimosa!) and live music by Lara Louise at Viansa on Mother’s Day. Catered by Italian Chef Elena Fabbri, you don’t want to miss this decadent spread. Purchase tickets here.
• Sonoma Mission Inn
  Sonoma
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
  The Sonoma Mission Inn's Santé restaurant offers a special Mother's Day brunch with a fresh seafood platter, classic brunch dishes, and a signature dessert station. More info and reservations
• Playa
  Mill Valley
  11 am–2:30 pm
  Mill Valley indoor-outdoor, farm-to-table, Mexican-inspired restaurant Playa offers a menu of brunch favorites on Sundays, including a kids' menu. Location: 41 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley. For more info, call (415) 384-8871 or visit their website.
• Mother's Day Tea at the Westin St. Francis
  Union Square, San Francisco
  1–3 pm
  Celebrate Mother's Day high above the city in the stunning 32nd floor event space at the Westin St. Francis on Union Square. Enjoy an elegant tea service accompanied by live music, then create your own bouquet with guidance from the lovely team at Diosa Blooms. Tea includes a glass of sparkling wine for an exceptional Mother's Day celebration. For reservations, click here.
• Claremont Club & Spa
  Berkeley
  8 am–2 pm
  Spoil Mom this Mother's Day with brunch at the Claremont Club & Spa's Limewood restaurant. The panoramic views of San Francisco Bay are spectacular! For more info, visit their website.