Dining
The Way To Mom’s Heart is Through Her Stomach
05.06.22
Here are some more great dining options to treat mom on Mother's Day:
Driftwood Kitchen - LAGUNA BEACH
Treat Mom to an incredible waterfront Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Driftwood Kitchen. Chef Rainer Schwarz celebrates the holiday with a lavish meal, accompanied by a complimentary glass of Champagne for Mom! This special brunch features breakfast pastries for the table, and attended stations featuring salads, seafood, charcuterie, cheeses, hot brunch specialties, carved-to-order Greater Omaha Prime Rib, and New Zealand Rack of Lamb, made-to-order omelets, kids offerings, and a dessert bar. Driftwood Kitchen offers a full bar with signature cocktails and a selection of wines by the glass and bottle. This special Mother’s Day Brunch will be held on Sunday, May 8th from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pricing for adults is $95, children are $19, and those 6 years and under are free. Reservations can be made online at https://www.yelp.com/biz/driftwood-kitchen-laguna-beach-2 or by calling 949-715-7700.
Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel – HUNTINGTON BEACH
Treat Mom to an oceanfront brunch this Mother's Day at the Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel. Mother’s Day Brunch features breakfast favorites, gourmet sushi, delicious meats, and more. Upon checking in, moms will receive a beautiful flower bouquet and bottomless Imperial Palace NV French Sparkling Wine to make her feel extra special. Throughout the day, the whole family will enjoy live music, artful poolside entertainment, airbrush painting, and yummy treats. It will be a day to remember for mom! Seating times are available 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pricing and reservations can be found at eventbrite.com/e/moms-brunch-with-ocean-views-tickets-325940997297.
The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar — TUSTIN & NEWPORT BEACH
Celebrate Mother’s Day the Winery Way! The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar will offer a Mom-worthy menu with weekend-worthy twists on Chef Yvon Goetz’s Wine Country favorites. You’ll definitely want to enhance Mom’s special day with a Seafood Tower and Endless Mimosas! Prices and menus vary by location. To learn more or to make your reservation, please call Tustin at (714) 258-7600 or Newport Beach at (949) 999-6622. Find the menu for each location online at www.thewineryrestaurants.com.
Puesto – HUNTINGTON BEACH, ANAHEIM, IRVINE
Puesto knows what Mom wants on her special day – margaritas! In honor of Mother’s Day, Puesto is offering Margaritas for Mama with a complimentary Puesto Perfect Margarita for all moms dining at any of its four Orange County locations on Sunday, May 8. The Puesto Perfect Margarita is a favorite – simple and balanced, featuring tequila reposado, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a hint of agave nectar. This margarita is just one of the offerings in Puesto’s craft bar program, which highlights freshly squeezed juices, house-made sodas, and a curated list of agave spirits (tequilas, mezcals, sotols, bacanoras & raicillas) sourced from throughout Mexico. Find Puesto’s menu, Orange County locations and reservation link online at www.eatpuesto.com.
Hendrix Restaurant & Bar — LAGUNA NIGUEL
Treat Mom to a Mother's Day Brunch at Hendrix! On Sunday, May 8, they will be offering a Brunch Buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The whole family can look forward to attended stations featuring salads, seafood, hot brunch specialties, and carved-to-order rotisserie meats (Double R Ranch Prime Rib, Baked Ham, and Whole Honey Roasted Salmon), made-to-order omelets, kids offerings, and a dessert bar. Complimentary glass of Champagne for Mom is included! This special buffet is priced at $85 per guest, $19 for children, and free for those 6 years and younger. Hendrix offers a full bar with signature cocktails and a selection of wines by the glass and bottle. Reservations recommended. Find the full menu and make reservations online at https://www.yelp.com/reservations/hendrix-restaurant-and-bar-laguna-niguel-3 or call 949-248-1912.
Haven Craft Kitchen+Bar — ORANGE
Mom wants to brunch all weekend, and that’s exactly what she can do at Haven Craft Kitchen+Bar. Located in the heart of historic Old Towne Orange, Haven is offering a Saturday and Sunday Mother’s Day Brunch featuring fresh, awe-inspiring ingredients. Chef Craig Brady has created a menu with something for everyone — from his now-famous Duck Confit Chilaquiles, to fresh Farmers Market Salad and Mixed Berry Waffle. Don’t forget their Brunch-y beverages! Join them from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, and Sunday, May 8. To make reservations or place orders, guests may call (714) 221-0680 or visit havencraftkitchen.com/reservations.
Fable & Spirit – NEWPORT BEACH
This Mother’s Day, allow Fable & Spirit Executive Chef David Shofner to present an elevated take on classic Brunch favorites. Standout offerings include Wood-Fired Shakshuka featuring baked eggs, poblano, Moroccan spiced tomato, crème fraiche, and queso fresco, served with naan; and House-Smoked Salmon on toasted pumpernickel, with everything bagel spice, citrus-infused red onion, dill crème fraiche, hardboiled egg, and crispy capers. On Sunday, May 8, Brunch will be offered from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and Dinner will be offered from 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, guests may call 949-409-9913 or visit fableandspirit.com.
Dublin 4 Gastropub – MISSION VIEJO
Celebrate that special woman in your life with Mother's Day Brunch at Dublin 4 Gastropub on Sunday, May 8, when Chef David Shofner will feature delicious brunch specials alongside his regular lunch menu! Specials include Crispy Edge Pancakes, House Smoked Salmon, House Cured Corned Beef Hash, and a Tradition Irish Breakfast with black and white pudding, rashers, banger, fried egg, confit tomato, thyme roasted mushrooms and country toast. Reservations may be as early as 11 a.m. by calling 949-582-0026 or visiting resy.com/cities/mvj/dublin-4-gastropub.
Sushi Roku — NEWPORT BEACH
Treat Mom to a contemporary sushi experience unlike any other in the region this Mother’s Day at Sushi Roku Newport Beach! They pride themselves on featuring the finest, freshest fish from around the globe, prepared with the kind of artistry that can only be executed by a seasoned sushi chef. Add on Champagne or sake – because we all know Mom needs it! Reservations are recommended by calling (949) 706-3622 or visiting sushiroku.com/menus/newport-beach.
Georgia’s Restaurant — LONG BEACH
When it comes to Mother’s Day Brunch, Georgia’s has you covered! Mom deserves a Soulful Sunday Brunch with Georgia’s signature Cornmeal-Crusted Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, Mardi Gras Omelet, Grilled French Toast, Steak & Eggs, and Cinnamon-Apple Waffles! Brunch-time beverages, including Mimosas and Bloody Mary, along with sangria, hurricanes, wine and beer may be added to complete the experience. Mother’s Day Brunch is available at Georgia’s Long Beach Exchange location only. For more information, please call (562) 420-5637 or visit georgias-restaurant.com.
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May Brings Laughs and Tiki Cocktails at The Bamboo Club’s Tiki Ha Ha Event! (Long Beach)
05.06.22
Long Beach’s original Tiki bar, The Bamboo Club, returns with its monthly live comedy series on Thursday, May 19 at 7 pm! “Tiki Ha Ha” features a roster of four to six rising comedians along with host Christian Senrud every third Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 10 pm on the restaurant’s outdoor patio. Event entry is $10 pre-sale or $15 at the door with limited seating.
Advanced sale tickets can be purchased at: tickettailor.com/events/longbeachtiki.
Tiki Ha Ha’s May show’s comedian and entertainer lineup will feature:
- Host Christian Senrud
- Lizzy Cooperman
- Ramsey Badawi
- Kelly Ryan
- Ernesto Ledezma
- Patrick Butcher
- & special guest Christopher Wonder performing his blend of magic and comedy!
PLUS, the Tiki destination just rolled out a new reason to eat late with its new-and-improved late-night menu featuring items like Bamboo Kalua Pork Fries, Garlic Noodles, Wings of Paradise, and Shishito Peppers starting at 10 p.m.
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