Mother’s Day Brunches in Marin

Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 10. 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. Unless otherwise indicated, reservations are a must. Make your reservations soon, as Mother's Day brunches fill up pretty quickly and you definitely don't want to disappoint Mom on her big day.

• Cavallo Point, Sausalito
  4 seatings: 10 am, 11 am, noon & 1 pm
  Join Cavallo Point in the Callippe Ballroom for their Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet, with offerings like fresh fruits, salads, charcuterie and cheese, dim sum, pastries, omelet and scramble bar, seafood station, carving station, and a special kids' buffet. Every adult is welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine. Location: 601 Murray Circle, Fort Baker, Sausalito. www.cavallopoint.com
• 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, omelette station, eggs benedict, waffles, and desserts. Reservations: (415) 491-5990. Location: 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael. mcinnisparkgolfcenter.com
• Comforts, San Anselmo
  8 am–2:30 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. Location: 335 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo. www.comfortscafe.com
• Finnegan's Marin, Novato
  10 am–2:30 pm
  Finnegan's Marin offers its regular Sunday brunch fare, including eggs Benedict, corned beef hash, sandwiches, salads, and more, as well as an awesome kids' menu. Did we mention kids eat free on Sundays, too? Location: 877 Grant Avenue, Novato. finnegansmarin.com.
• Insalata's, San Anselmo
  10 am–2:30 pm
  San Anselmo favorite Insalata's celebrates Mother's Day with a prix-fixe Mediterranean-inspired brunch menu. Location: 120 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo. www.insalatas.com
• Left Bank Brasserie, Larkspur
  10 am–3 pm
  Celebrate Mom in a charming French bistro atmosphere. Enjoy a selection of Mother's Day specials, like crème brûlée French toast and smoked salmon tart, as well as regular menu items. Location: 507 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur. leftbank.com
• Petite Left Bank, Tiburon
  10 am–3 pm
  Petite Left Bank will be offering French-inspired fare with mom in mind this Mother's Day. Location: 1696 Tiburon Boulevard, Tiburon. petiteleftbanktiburon.com
• Peacock Gap Golf Club, San Rafael
  2 seatings: 10:30 am & 1 pm
  Range Cafe at Peacock Gap Golf Club offers a Mothers Day brunch buffet with bottomless mimosas, prime rib, eggs Benedict, pastries, buttermilk pancakes, and more. Location: 333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael. www.peacockgapgolfclub.com
• Piatti, Mill Valley
  10 am–1 pm
  Guests can enjoy beloved dishes and every mom will be gifted with a complimentary mini bouquet Location: 625 Redwood Highway, Mill Valley. millvalley.piatti.com
• Playa, Mill Valley
  Noon–4 pm
  Mill Valley's 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. playamv.com.
• Due West, Olema
  11 am–2 pm
  Celebrate Mother's Day at Due West with a coastal-inspired brunch featuring welcome spritzes, Tomales Bay oysters, seasonal entrees, and live music in a garden setting near Point Reyes National Seashore. olemahouse.com/due-west-restaurant
• Rancho Nicasio, Nicasio
  10 am–3 pm
  Rancho Nicasio offers an outdoor Mother's Day brunch with roast beef au jus, poached salmon in champagne sauce, Nicasio Valley Farm scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, and more. They also offer a Mother’s Day dinner buffet from 4–6:30 pm. Location: 1 Old Rancheria Road, Nicasio. ranchonicasio.com.
• Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley
  8 am–2 pm
  The Claremont's classic brunch returns for Mother’s Day. Gather in the Garden Room for a lavish buffet featuring seasonal favorites, elegant offerings, and delightful sweets. The panoramic views of San Francisco Bay are spectacular! Location: 41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley. claremontresortandclub.com

Sonoma County

• Larson Family Winery, Sonoma
  11 am–1 pm
  Treat Mom to a delicious boxed brunch by Hopmonk Catering, complete with savory bites and sweet treats. Upon arrival, she'll be greeted with a glass of sparkling rosé to kick off the celebration. Live music by Michelle Lambert from 11 am–2 pm. Location: 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma. larsonfamilywinery.com

• Roche Winery & Vineyards, Sonoma
  11 am–2 pm
  Join Roche on Mother's Day for their annual Mother's Day Brunch in the Barrel Room. Start with a glass of sparkling brut rosé before enjoying California- and Irish-inspired brunch favorites. Live acoustic music from 1–4 pm. 22097A Bonness Road, Sonoma. www.rochewinery.com

• Safari West: Wild About Mom, Santa Rosa
  2 seatings: 11 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. Location: 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa. safariwest.com
• Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
  Celebrate Mom with an indulgent Mother’s Day Brunch at Santé. Enjoy live music and Mother's Day specials like butter-poached lobster Benedict, or a lamb burger. Location: 100 Boyes Boulevard, Sonoma. www.fairmont-sonoma.com

San Francisco

• The Westin St. Francis, San Francisco
  Mother’s Day brunch at Bourbon Steak, with a three-course menu featuring items such as tuna tartare, filet mignon, and Bourbon Steak Benedict; optional add-ons such as caviar and Wagyu ($55 for kids; $89 for adults). Location: 335 Powell St, San Francisco. More info here.

• The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
  12:15–2:30 pm
  Celebrate Mom with a memorable three-course, prix fixe brunch at Parallel 37. Crafted with the season’s finest local ingredients, the menu features holiday specialties from land and sea alongside elevated takes on brunch classics, including Smoked Salmon Tart featuring salmon pâté, smoked salmon and more. Add-on beverage options include Champagne, Bloody Marys, and a selection of Mimosas. $168 per guest, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Location: 600 Stockton Street, San Francisco.  Reserve your spot here.