Mother's Day is May 12. Here are six delicious brunch options in Gainesville
Mother's Day — May 12 — is only a couple of weeks away, and when it comes to gifts, cards and flowers are usually at the top of everyone's list. A lot of mothers, however, only want one thing: a break. A break from the daily grind of working, keeping up with the kids, cleaning and, of course, cooking. That's where the mighty Mother's Day brunch comes in.
And whether you're looking for a buffet or a traditional full-service option, Gainesville restaurants offer something for everyone.
So give your mother a break and try one of these six local eateries for a delicious and special Mother's Day brunch:
Spurrier's Gridiron Grille
4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Gainesville; 352-500-4422; spurriersgridirongrille.com
This popular weekend brunch spot will be serving up a special Mother's Day menu in place of its usual buffet. Specials served between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. include biscuits & gravy, bananas foster french toast and a house made quiche. The later crowd can enjoy the Scottish salmon and the tuna tartare. Other available menu items include the crab & lobster cakes, a 14-ounce ribeye, the seafood pasta and the blackened redfish. An all-you-can-drink mimosa and bloody mary bar will be available between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for an additional cost. Reservations are recommended.
Sweetwater Branch Inn
625 E. University Ave., Gainesville; 352-373-6760; sweetwaterinn.com
Enjoy a chef-driven brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a crepe station, eggs Benedict, a biscuit bar, assorted scones and muffins, smoked salmon, roasted vegetables, desserts and more. The buffet is $57 for adults and $25 for kids ages 3 to 10, and includes one mimosa for those age 21 and older. Additional mimosas are $6 each. Reservations can be made for $40 per table through eventbrite.com.
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Local Provisions
13005 SW First Road, Jonesville; 352-554-5788; localgnv.com
Located in the Tioga Town Center, enjoy a brunch buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a carving station, smoked brisket, applewood smoked sausage, scrambled eggs, fresh fruits and more. There also will be a special kids section. All moms will receive a complimentary mimosa. The cost is $34.95 for adults and $19.95 for kids. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Northwest Grille
5115 NW 39th Ave., Gainesville; 352-376-0500; northwestgrille.com
Besides its large selection of seafood dishes, Northwest Grille's usual brunch menu includes classic favorites such as french toast, biscuits & gravy, breakfast sandwiches and a fried pork chop. Served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., there also will be a special omelet, quiche and quesadilla. Flights of mimosas will be available as well as a supreme bloody mary loaded with crab legs, bacon and more.
Covey Kitchen + Cocktails
1514 SW 14th St., Gainesville; 352-565-3536; hoteleleo.com/covey-kitchen-cocktails
Located inside Hotel Eleo, this Mother's Day buffet features assorted baked goods such as croissants, muffins, breads and bagels. Select from cooked-to-order omelets, a carving station, waffles, braised beef ravioli with a mushroom cream sauce, herb roasted chicken and more. Desserts include a variety of pies, cakes and cookies. The cost is $40 per adult and $20 for kids age 12 and younger. Reservations are encouraged.
Best Western Gateway Grand
4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville; 352-331-3336; gatewaygrand.com
This buffet runs from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and includes a variety of brunch classics, such as made-to-order omelets and french toast, bacon and sausage, a carving station, pastas, desserts and much more. Please the kids with a special station that includes chicken tenders, fruit, macaroni & cheese and corn nuggets. The meal is $39.95 for adults, $36.95 for adults age 60 and up and $18.95 for children ages 5 to 12. Reservations can be made for deposit of $24.40 per person at eventbrite.com.
This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Mother's Day brunch restaurants in Gainesville Florida May 12 2024