MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH IN BETHESDA 2014

Have you bought your Mother's Day gift(s) yet? Let me save you some time on the dining side of Mother's Day, with this guide to some of the very top destinations for Mother's Day brunch in Bethesda:

The Cheesecake Factory

The new Cheesecake Factory at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda will be serving Mother's Day brunch. Expect a wait, but isn't it always worth it at Cheesecake Factory?

7101 Democracy Boulevard

(301) 469-5166

Uncle Julio's

The famous Plato de Madre is back at Uncle Julio's, but with a premium lobster tail added! But, wait - you also get a cajeta for dessert, a famous caramel treat believed to have originated in Celaya, Guanajuato, México.

4870 Bethesda Avenue

(301) 656-2981

Food, Wine & Co.

Frequently rated as one of the DC area's top restaurants, Food Wine & Co. will be serving Mother's Day brunch from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Renowned chef Michael Harr's menu will include Oven Roasted Dutch Baby with fresh local berries and whipped butter; Green Chile Grits and Ham with cured pork belly, poached egg and micro cilantro; and homemade Cinnamon Rolls with vanilla cream cheese and cinnamon sugar. No corners will be cut at this spot, which will also serve its standard dinner menu all day until 9:00 PM.

7272 Wisconsin Avenue

(301) 652-8008

American Tap Room

Mother's Day is special at American Tap Room - special enough to call for Mother's Day-only menu items like Deviled Eggs, shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon, and a carved-to-order prime rib station. Plus, a make-your-own omelet station.

7278 Woodmont Avenue

(301) 656-1366

Jaleo

Chef José Andrés' Bethesda Row outpost has a $55 unlimited tapas Mother's Day brunch, with a complimentary glass of cava, mimosa, bloody gazpacho or orange juice.

7271 Woodmont Avenue

(301) 913-0003

Redwood

Redwood will be serving a Mother's Day buffet brunch, with more options than last year. With good weather, their Bethesda Lane patio is one of the best outdoor dining spots in town.

7121 Bethesda Lane

(301) 656-5515

Mon Ami Gabi

This is the cheapest ticket to Paris you can buy your Mom this Sunday. Crepes and quiche compete with their famous steak frites on this menu, along with traditional brunch items. Be sure not to miss the Make-Your-Own-Bloody Mary bar!

7239 Woodmont Avenue

(301) 654-1234

Mussel Bar

Brunch is always a treat at Mussel Bar, but this Sunday, your Mom can enjoy a free Momosa beverage.

7262 Woodmont Avenue

(301) 215-7817

Lebanese Taverna

Mother's Day brunch includes unlimited mezze and pastries at Lebanese Taverna.

7141 Arlington Road

(301) 951-8681

Cesco Osteria

An Italian-inspired brunch at Cesco Osteria will run you $45 per person, and includes carving and omelet stations.

7401 Woodmont Avenue

(301) 654-8333

Positano Ristorante

Positano Ristorante is open every day of the year, and prices are the same even on holidays. Order what you like from the regular menu at this longstanding Italian spot on Fairmont Avenue.

4948 Fairmont Avenue

(301) 654-1717

MOTHER'S DAY AT BETHESDA CENTRAL FARM MARKET

What better way to start Mother's Day than the Bethesda Central Farm Market, 9-1 today at Bethesda Elementary School on Arlington Road.

Wollam Flowers will have fresh local flowers for Mother's Day!

Love and Kindness will have Mother's Day gift baskets starting at $15, and purchases over $40 get 10% off.

Two Acre Farm is bringing organic jams:  Chive Orange Marmalade, Spring Onion Jam, Strawberry Rhubarb jam.  They'll also have organic mustards: Steakhouse, Orange Chili, and Creole flavors.   Spring Onion Jam?  You can't say there weren't any unique products available at the market today!

Heirloom Kitchen will bring their Spicy Carrot-Ginger Soup, which you can serve hot or chilled.  They've got a new Borscht, too:  one made of organic beets, fresh dill and organic yogurt.  And they'll have Lemony Tomato Chutney.

Special deal from Walnut Hills Farms:  Buy 4 packs of ground beef, and get a 5th pack FREE!  Or, buy any roast, and get a FREE pack of ground beef.

Music today at the market will be provided by the BCC HS Jazz Band.

After the market, head over to the Bethesda Fine Arts Festival only one block away on Norfolk Avenue!  Enjoy food from several restaurants like BlackFinn and Haagen Dazs.

FREE! FREE RICE PUDDING for all Moms today at the Fine Arts festival from Yamas Grill.  While supplies last!

Then it will be time for Mother's Day Brunch.

Happy Mother's Day!!

MOTHER'S DAY IN BETHESDA

Have you been caught without plans for Mother's Day brunch or dinner in downtown Bethesda?

Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row to the rescue!

al fresco

There's good news and bad news.  But what if I told you the bad news is actually good news, too?

The good news is that Redwood on Bethesda Lane is having a great Mother's Day Brunch.  The bad news is that they've sold out.  But wait!

Redwood is going to seat as many walk-ins as possible on the patio on Bethesda Lane!  Which will actually be better than dining indoors, if it doesn't rain.  So stop by on Sunday!  $34 adults, $15 kids.

Redwood is also serving Mother's Day dinner, so give them a call!

Redwood, 7121 Bethesda Lane.  301-656-5515.

delicioso

Check out my post about Uncle Julio's Plato de Madre special, for a Mother's Day feast of salmon, shrimp and crab!

voyage to the mediterranean

Lebanese Taverna at Bethesda Row is offering a Unlimited Mezza Brunch and pastry table from 11-4 Sunday.  $29.95 adults, $12.95 kids under 12.

gluten-free

Yes, there is a gluten-free Mother's Day menu available at Lilit Cafe!

buon appetito

Cesco Osteria's  Chef Francesco Ricchi has created a Mother's Day brunch buffet inspired by Tuscany.

Cesco Osteria, 7401 Woodmont Avenue. 301.654.8333.