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Dining Guide: Mother’s Day in Las Vegas

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Treat mom to pancakes on Mother’s Day at La Cave.
Courtesy of La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, the pressure is on to show your appreciation in a special and lavish way. But don’t stress. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, we’ve got you covered. We can’t help with whether she likes red or yellow roses or which perfume she’d wear, but at least you’ll be guaranteed to give her taste buds a treat.

Pot Liquor Contemporary American Smokehouse If Southern comfort food speaks to her soul, satisfy Mom’s cravings with a brunch buffet of buttermilk biscuits and country gravy, smoked brisket hash, Carolina pulled pork, hot link and cheddar casserole, red potato Lyonnaise and more. Plus, moms eat for free. Bottomless mimosas, Bellinis and Bloody Marys are just $8 extra. (P.S. After the brunch buffet ends at 3 p.m., moms can still receive a free dinner entrée from Pot Liquor’s smoked selections.) $29 non-moms; $15 for kids 12 and under, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Town Square, 702-816-4600.

The Blind Pig Lobster lovers, listen up. There are three Mother’s Day specials involving this delicious sea creature. For $36, Mom can order: filet mignon and an 8-ounce lobster tail; two 8-ounce lobster tails; or lobster seafood pasta with clams, mussels, shrimp and calamari simmered in Fra Diavolo sauce. All entrées come with veggies or pasta and a choice of soup or salad. 4515 Dean Martin Drive, 702-430-4444.

Lobster Seafood Pasta from The Blind Pig.

Delmonico Steakhouse Chef Ronnie Rainwater’s spring menu additions of Alaskan halibut and a farmers' market salad are made for classing up Mom's special day. Plus, every mom who dines there on Mother’s Day will receive 25 percent off an Essential Emeril cookbook signed by Emeril Lagasse himself. Venetian, 702-414-3737.

Reflection Bay Golf Club Treat Mom to a classic Mother’s Day brunch complete with mimosas and views of Lake Las Vegas. The $49 price includes drinks, traditional breakfast fare, fresh seafood, carving stations and a dessert buffet. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 75 Montelago Blvd., 702-576-3132.

Andrea’s This chic Asian dining restaurant breaks the Mother’s Day buffet mold with savory small bites and sharing plates. Selections include rock shrimp tempura with chili aioli, lime and chives ($11); salmon sashimi with yuzu toban-jan sauce ($12); and salmon aburi with kalbi-style marinated and seared salmon belly, negi, cucumber and ponzu ($12). All moms will also receive a complimentary glass of Champagne. 6-10:30 p.m., Encore, 702-770-5340.

Morels French Steakhouse and Bistro Morels will be pouring complimentary mimosas for moms and treating kids 8 and under to a free buffet. There will also be big-chair portraits for the whole family, tableside balloon artists and Mother's Day punch bowls. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Palazzo, 702-607-6333.

La Cave Celebrate Mother’s Day with a decadent butler-style brunch and bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. Trays with tasting portions will be continually passed along tables. Some menu selections include veal short rib hash, cornflake-crusted brioche French toast, New York-style egg sandwiches and eggs Benedict with filet mignon. All moms will be offered one complimentary mimosa whether or not they opt for the $20 unlimited cocktails. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $55; $28 for kids, Wynn, 702-770-7375.

Marché Bacchus Take Mom out for a tranquil three-course Champagne brunch or dinner on the lakefront patio. Menu selections include roasted chicken buckwheat crepes, truffled grits and beef grillades for brunch, and roasted Scottish salmon and filet of beef medallions for dinner. Moms receive a complimentary glass of Champagne or a mimosa. $60; $16 for kids; 2620 Regatta Drive #106, 702-804-8008.

Hash House A Go Go's grilled swordfish special.

Hash House A Go Go's grilled swordfish special.

Hash House A Go Go Specials include brunch items such as Margie’s Famous Crab Cake Benedict and Stella’s Favorite Strawberry Frosted Flake Pancake, and dinner items such as grilled swordfish and a mixed-grill platter. 6800 W. Sahara Ave., 702-804-4646; The Linq, 702-254-4646; Plaza, 702-384-4646; 555 S. Stephanie St., 702-898-4646.

DB Brasserie A special three-course brunch includes a Dungeness crab salad with ruby red grapefruit, Maine lobster eggs Benedict, and strawberries and cream with mascarpone gelato for dessert. The lobster Benedict is also available à la carte for $20 and includes a complimentary glass of Freixenet Brut Sparkling Wine. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., $42, Venetian, 702-430-1235.

Andiron Steak & Sea Andiron puts a spin on the traditional Belgian waffle by adding elderflower poached peaches, vanilla cream and candied almonds ($16). The Mother’s Day brunch will also feature crab crostini with avocado, Meyer lemon aioli, jalapeño and fine herbs. Downtown Summerlin, 702-685-8002.

Ferraro’s Ferraro’s “Viva la Mamma” is a prix-fixe, four-course meal for $50. Choose from one antipasto, one pasta and one main course. Dolce follows, including a sampling of selected desserts. Plus, every mom will receive a lovely red rose. Noon-9 p.m., 4480 Paradise Road, 702-364-5300.

The Eiffel Tower Restaurant will also be offering this delectable dish for Mother's Day: Luxury French Toast with foie gras, calvados and caramel apple.

Eiffel Tower Restaurant Enjoy French fare this Mother’s Day, from mushroom strudel to cave-aged gruyere to the smoked salmon omelet galette. After, you can take Mom for a ride to the observation deck for a panoramic view of the city. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Paris, 702-948-6937.

Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant In the mood for Mexican? Moms receive free Champagne and seasonal fruit with brunch, followed by complimentary buñuelos for dessert—crispy pastries sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, paired with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. An acoustic guitarist will roam throughout the restaurant. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Downtown Summerlin, 702-982-0111.

Westin Lake Las Vegas What better way to kick off the morning than with bubbly? Rick’s Café and Marssa Steak and Sushi inside the Westin are holding Mother’s Day Champagne brunches. The spread will feature Champagne or mimosas, a variety of seafood, a Mediterranean bar, a cheese shop, the Marssa sushi bar and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $58; $30 for kids, 101 Montelago Blvd., 702-567-6000.

Divine Café Treat Mom to Sunday brunch delicacies such as stuffed salmon roulade, roasted dark-cherry chicken, French pastries, mimosas and more over views of Springs Preserve’s floral gardens. Brunch includes coffee, tea, juice and one mimosa for each adult. Reservations are required and are available for 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. slots. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $34; $10 for kids 5-10, Springs Preserve, 702-822-7700.

Zeffirino The “Buona Festa della Mamma” Mother’s Day brunch features classic Italian eats such as mozzarella caprese, prosciutto and melon and homemade pastas. The menu also includes freshly steamed lobster and other seafood, made-to-order omelets, 25 varieties of baked pastries and cakes and, of course, Champagne, mimosas, Bellinis and Bloody Marys. Enjoy the feast while overlooking the Grand Canal. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $75; $30 for kids, Venetian, 702-414-3500.

Sushisamba Forget the traditional Mother’s Day brunch. Delight in inventive creations such as the quinoa pancakes served with Brazilian nut butter, blueberry yuzu compote, pisco maple syrup and whipped cream. Or what about the “Feijoada-Brazillian Inspired Brunch,” featuring a savory blend of black beans, shredded pork, seared beef and carne seca with white rice, collard greens, farofa and orange slices? Don’t forget her cocktail either: the celebratory Guava & Rose Bellini. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Palazzo, 702-607-0700.

Delectable chocolates from HEXX.

Delectable chocolates from HEXX.

Hexx Kitchen + Bar Sweet tooth? Satisfy the sugar craving with free dessert tastings at Hexx. Tasting selections will include an assortment of petit fours, made with Hexx’s signature chocolate and newly introduced milk chocolate. Brunch options include the cinnamon apple pancake, carnitas hash and the lox and chive waffle. Paris, 702-331-5100.

MRKT Sea & Land: Aliante’s signature steakhouse presents a three-course Mother’s Day dinner featuring a fresh spring salad with exotic fruit and feta cheese; a pan-seared, 7-ounce filet with shrimp scampi, rice pilaf and rainbow baby carrots; and a petite mixed-berry brûlée for dessert. Mothers receive a complimentary glass of Champagne. $68, Aliante Casino, 702-692-7777.

Farm 24-7 This 24-hour farm-to-table café will feature a special baked salmon wellington in a Chardonnay sauce, served with wild rice and spinach throughout the weekend for $17.99. Aliante Casino, 702-692-7777.

Table 10 Try the La Belle Farms foie gras pain perdue of mixed-berry chutney and toasted pistachios. Or, if she has a sweet tooth, go for the old fashioned doughnut trio of strawberry, almond crunch and mocha. For $22, indulge in all-you-can-drink Bellinis, mimosas or Bloody Marys. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Palazzo, 702-607-6363.

Salute Looking for a hearty meal? Head to Salute for free bottomless Bellinis while you grub on menu selections such as the black pepper egg white frittata and Bolognese pork hash. Red Rock Resort, 702-797-7311.

Alder & Birch There’s nothing like class, cocktails and a four-course meal to show your mom how special she is. Entrée selections include the a prime flat-iron steak with herb-grilled shrimp; and the “Ocean Trio,” wild pacific salmon, broiled crab claw and a bacon-wrapped scallop with lemon chive butter. For a cute and unique dessert, Mom can enjoy macerated berries over French vanilla bean ice cream served in a chocolate tulip cup. 5-10 p.m., $50, Orleans, 702-365-7111.

The Buffet at TI For the early risers, Treasure Island’s buffet kicks off Mother’s Day festivities at 7 a.m. In addition to regular menu items, there will be specialties such as maple-smoked salmon, herb-rubbed leg of lamb, lobster ravioli, warm fruit crepes, peel-and-eat shrimp, white chocolate mousse cake with raspberries and more. 7 a.m.-4 p.m., $27; $14 for kids, Treasure Island, 702-894-7355.

Cabo Wabo's specialty "Mamarita" cocktail.

Cabo Wabo's specialty "Mamarita" cocktail.

Cabo Wabo Cantina From 8 to 11 a.m., all mothers will receive a complimentary “mom-mosa” or “mama-rita” with the purchase of one entrée. The hard-rockin’ cantina’s “mama-rita” is a specialty margarita crafted with Cabo Wabo tequila and Grand Marnier and finished with a miniature Dos Equis bottle, and the “mom-mosa” is a classic or blood orange mimosa. To receive the special offer, all moms must be accompanied by another adult age 18 or older. 8-11 a.m., Planet Hollywood, 702-385-2226.

Tacos & Tequila T&T will celebrate Mother’s Day with a special Sunday brunch and a complimentary churro tower for all moms. The churro tower will be served with cinnamon ice cream, nutella and a decadent drizzle of chocolate sauce. If you’re craving a margarita, make it bottomless for $15 extra. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Luxor, 702-262-5225.

Silverado Steakhouse Enjoy a four-course menu and a complimentary glass of wine for $55. Menu options include shrimp salad for the first course, a goat cheese turnover with an orange and endive salad for the second, veal Francaise for the third, and dark and white chocolate mousse for the fourth. 4-10 p.m., $55, South Point, 702-796-7111.

Prime Rib Loft In addition to regular menu items, Prime Rib Loft will offer a prix-fixe meal for $36. Start with a shrimp and sausage kabob and your choice of sweet potato soup or a wedge salad. For the entrée, select either the ribeye steak topped with honey bourbon BBQ glaze and an onion stack, or the Loft trio, which includes a petit filet, jumbo scampi and a bacon-wrapped scallop. Finish off the meal with a sweet slice of Boston cream pie. 5-10 p.m., Orleans, 702-365-7111.

The Garden Buffet The bottomless Champagne and mimosa buffet for brunch and the celebratory dinner buffet, including two free glasses of house wine, are both priced at just $21 ($17 if you have a club card). Brunch selections will be available from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner will be held from 4-9 p.m. South Point, 702-796-7111.

Remedy’s, Elixir and Distill Looking for a more casual night? Head to any of these local taverns for dinner deals and a special flower for your mom. Remedy’s, 3265 St. Rose Parkway and 530 Conestoga Way; Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway; Distill, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd. and 4830 W. Pyle Ave.

Buddy V’s In addition to Sunday brunch, Buddy V’s is featuring $20 bottles of Prosecco with strawberries and bottomless pomegranate Bellinis and martinis for $15. Venetian, 702-607-2355.

Honey Salt Besides the regular brunch menu, moms can enjoy a special crab Benedict made with wilted spinach, asparagus and spicy tomato hollandaise for $22. 1031 S. Rampart Blvd., 702-445-6100.

Hearthstone Indulge in complimentary mimosas all brunch long with your mom while feasting on warm chocolate-cinnamon sticky buns, eggs Benedict and hand-shucked oysters. Red Rock Casino, 702-797-7344.

Nacho Daddy Every mom gets a free margarita! What else needs to be said? 113 N. 4th St. & 9560 W. Sahara Ave.

Fú Asian KitchenTheir all-you-can-eat dim sum brunch features Asian eats such as peking duck in steamed buns, siu mai, steamed shrimp har gow, Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce, Thai chicken noodle salad with cilantro mint dressing and more. The dessert selections are also unique, with options for green tea crème brulee, black sesame donuts with mango curd filling and chocolate mandarin tarts. Plus, for $13 more, you can have all-you-can-drink mimosas. $29 per adult; $15 for children 12 and under, Hard Rock Casino, 702-522-8188.

LAVO Just for Mother's Day, enjoy the specialty rose petal infused gnocchi or the pink snapper with "acqua pazza" brodetto, manila clams and oregano. Plus, take in views of the Strip while dining on their 100-seat outdoor patio. Venetian, 702-791-1800.

Carmine's In honor of Mother's Day, Carmine's will feature a pre-fix menu that serves six to eight people for $176. The special selections include the Misti Salad, Pappardelle Pasta with wild mushroom sauce, pecorino romano and truffle oil, chicken scarpariello and the Titanic Sundae: their homemade chocolate torte topped with vanilla and chocolate ice cream, bananas, roasted pineapple, strawberries, nuts, cookies and hot fudge. The regular menu will also be available. Caesars, 702-473-9700.

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