Mother’s Day is fast approaching… it must be time for brunch! The usual diner faves just won’t cut it for this special day, so here’s the VancouverMom-curated list for best brunch in the city.

Brunch with a View

For the best Mother’s Day brunch views, hit Seasons In The Park or the Teahouse in Stanley Park

Nestled among the trees at the peak of Queen Elizabeth Park, Seasons boasts north facing city and mountain views and a rustic, warm patio with fireplaces and a more causal vibe for the little ones. After brunch, stroll through the Bloedel Conservatory and Quarry Garden.

Or try the Teahouse at Ferguson Point, overlooking expansive English Bay. Located between Second and Third Beach, this is a great jumping off point for a seawall saunter, or a wander through the old growth forests of Stanley Park.

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Brunch with Style

Location, location, location! Provence Marinaside has it nailed (and no reservations required!). This Mediterranean take on Westcoast brunch in Yaletown is always a crowd pleaser, and ideally located for a post-brunch shopping spree.

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Brunch with Veg!

For vegan fare, head to The Acorn for one of the consistently best veggie brunches in the city. Looking for gluten-free? The extensive menu of waffles, benedict and hash at The Wallflower on Main is available in GF options. Or check out the GF waffles at Scandalicious on Victoria Drive.

Brunch delight buffet
Photo Credit: Notch8

Treat Mom to a luxurious Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Notch8 on May 12th. Delight in a wide array of sweet and savory brunch favorites, a chef-attended carving station, and exquisite desserts crafted by our in-house pastry chefs.

Brunch with high tea

For a classic swap, take in afternoon tea at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport. Sit apron-side and watch the planes go by while nibbling on the traditional tiered tray of sandwiches, savouries, sweets and scones with Devonshire cream.

Brunch with berries

Did someone say fresh waffles with mounds of warm berries? First come First Serve for their Waffles with a blueberry compote. On Sunday, May 12th, all Moms will be treated to complimentary mimosas at the winery. Don’t forget to visit the Market on Sunday, where all Moms will receive a complimentary mini jam.

Brunch with the littles

Moms get a complimentary double-chocolate brownie on Mothers Day at Rocky Mountain Flatbread. Pizza making for the kids, which is very popular with moms and little chefs, is available from 430-645pm.

Brunch al fresco

Missed the boat on a reservation?  Or just can’t bear the idea of getting the kids to behave in a busy restaurant? Try a picnic brunch. Chose a favourite neighbourhood park or picturesque location, pick up ready-to-go gourmet from Meinhardt Fine Foods or Granville Island Market, then grab a bottle of bubbly and a picnic blanket.

Originally written by Elizabeth Clark