With an island this long, there’s a lot to do to make sure Mom feels appreciated this Mother’s Day weekend. Check out these hot spots across the island that will make this Mother’s Day weekend one for the books. Make sure you call ahead to reserve a table or to check availability on Mother’s Day!
A Whole Bunch of Brunch
Monsoon, Babylon
Steak and sushi is their main game, but Monsoon will be serving up the bubbly this Mother’s Day with free Bellini’s and mimosas for Mom from 11am – 2pm on May 12th. Monsoon is only a two-minute walk to a row of adorable shops on Montauk Highway in Babylon. Walk off brunch with a trip through town.
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Prime, Huntington
A surf & turf house by nature, Prime offers a superb brunch experience by the water, with live jazz music from 11:30am – 3pm on May 12th. Let the blues rock and roll you right on over and give mom a moment to soak it all in.
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Sands Point Preserve, Hempstead
Celebrate your mom for the queen she is with Mother’s Day Tea in Hempstead House at the Sands Point Preserve on May 12th. Afternoon tea from 3 – 4pm includes scones, finger sandwiches and live chamber music. In addition, guests are encouraged to tour the Hempstead House and the Rose Gardens.
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Prix Fixe Perfection
Tellers, Islip
This typically pricey, upscale steakhouse is cooking up a $45 prix fixe menu that allows everyone to appreciate Mom without breaking the bank. Get a taste of their shrimp and lobster dumplings, they come highly recommended!
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Millerridge Inn, Jericho
Known for its rich history, the Milleridge Inn has been providing lodging and meals to travelers for over three centuries. This Mother’s Day, the Milleridge Inn welcomes families to celebrate their loving mothers through either a sit-down prix fixe meal from 11am – 6pm or a grand buffet from 3 – 6pm. In addition, there will be face painting, a bounce house and other family activities. Lead Mom on a trip through history and dine among the memories of the first Long Island settlers.
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Rhum, Patchogue
Island Inspired Cuisine and Rum Bar, Rhum is noted for their fantastic duck empanadas and tasty rum punch. Keep an eye out for their prix fixe menu that features a full three course meal for $28, a steal in Patchogue! In addition, Rhum is offering a rum pairing that includes a rum punch to start, a mojito with your entrée and a reserve sipping rum for dessert. Take Mom on a mini-vacation to Rhum in Patchogue.
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Family Friendly
Old Westbury Gardens, Old Westbury
From 10am to 5pm on May 12th, take a trip to Old Westbury Gardens which has over 200 acres of amazing views. From Charles II-style mansions to beautifully landscaped gardens, there are stunning sights that will make Mom smile. All women 18+ will receive a complementary lavender plant while supplies lasts.
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Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, Cold Spring Harbor
Check out the “Whale of a Mom” workshop being offered on May 11th from 12-1pm! This is an all ages workshop that will discuss the unique ways marine moms care for their babies. Workshop also includes crafting a reusable tote bag, a great gift for Mom!
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Wine Pairings & Chocolates for Sharing (Or Not)
Macari Vineyards, Mattituck
2019 is the season for rosé on Long Island and Macari will be celebrating that and their 2015 Cabernet Franc this Mother’s Day weekend on May 11th and 12th from 11am – 6pm. This celebration of moms will include individual portions of fresh Foccacia, Prosciutto, Burrata, and Ricotta topped with Macari honey.
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Pindar Vineyards, Peconic
This east end vineyard is really going all out to celebrate our mothers this year! Each mom will receive a free stemless wine glass and chocolates with any wine tasting or wine purchase. Peruse the plains of Peconic this Mother’s Day from 11-5:30pm to take advantage of this awesome deal.
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Kilwins¸ Port Jefferson
Chocolate dipped strawberries are never a bad idea when it comes to gift ideas for Mom. Visit a Kilwin’s at any one of their four locations on the island to feast your eyes (and your mom) on their sweet treats. Locations include Port Jefferson, Patchogue, Babylon and Huntington.
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To all moms out there, Happy Mother's Day.