Not everyone has to get the classic “I love mom” heart banner tattoo on their arms to showcase their appreciation for the woman who raised them. Instead, you can show your appreciation by treating them to a meal, sending them a gift card, or by taking them out for a little snack at one of the many restaurants and stores that are helping you spoil mom this Mother’s Day. From decadent three-course meals to a free scoop of ice cream, see what restaurants and stores are offering moms a special deal and/or freebie this Mother’s Day.
Plus, be sure to enter our giveaway with Groupon for a chance to win $1,000 in Groupon Experiences for Mom.
Deals can sometimes vary by location, so make sure to check with your local restaurant to confirm they’re honoring these Mother’s Day specials!
Mother’s Day Restaurant Deals and Specials for 2024
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Applebee’s
Treat mom to a guaranteed good meal at Applebee’s. From now through June 23, purchase a $50 gift card and you’ll receive a $10 bonus card. Note: The bonus card expires Aug. 4, so make sure to redeem it before then.
Aunt Ruby’s Peanuts
Aunt Ruby’s is offering a 15% discount on all orders with code save15 now through April 28.
Baked by Melissa
You can never go wrong with a Baked by Melissa cupcake pack—especially if you get more than one. Opt for the 25-pack Mother’s Day Gift Box, and if you’re feeling extra generous, you can get a second one for half off. Plus, Baked by Melissa will be donating $5 to the non-profit Chamber of Mothers organization for every Mother’s day gift box purchased.
Bar Louie
Moms can eat free at Bar Louie on Sunday, May 12. All you need to do is purchase an entree and the second one will be free. This deal is limited to dine-in customers only.
Bonefish Grill
To ensure there’s enough time to celebrate Mom, all Bonefish Grill locations will be opening one hour early at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 12. They will be offering a ton of brunch items!
The Cheesecake Factory
Head on over and receive a $10 Bonus Card for every $50 in Gift Cards you purchase online through Mother’s Day.
Capital Grille
Capital Grille is back with its annual Mother’s Day brunch that’s running from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. Find menu items like a 14-ounce Bone-in Dry Aged NY Strip and Eggs for $50 or a Crab Cake Benedict for $47. Or, mom can order from the dinner menu that will also be available all day.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Carrabba’s is hosting moms with a special Mother’s Day menu from April 29 through May 12. Find multiple Trio options that include dishes like a 7-ounce Tuscan-grilled Sirloin Marsala, Chicken Bryan and Mezzaluna to Crab Cake Topped Filet Make sure to add Carrabba’s new Carrabbellini cocktail that’s made with chilled Absolut Citron vodka, raspberry and blood orange, topped with Riondo Prosecco.
Carvel
You have a choice from eight different Mom-appreciative cake designs at Carvel to choose from. Once you’ve got your cake, grab a gift card for an easy gift, too. From now through June 15, spend $25 on a gift card purchase and you’ll get a free $5 reward card for yourself.
Cracker Barrel
Treat mom to a Cracker Barrel meal on May 12—yes, the restaurant will be open! Both the lunch and dinner menus will be available starting 11 a.m., and you can also order breakfast all day. And if you do opt for the latter, you can get a free $10 bonus card when you order the All-Day Pancake Breakfast Family Basket or Momma’s Pancake Breakfast Bundle. You can also order the Mother’s Day Brunch take-home special, which includes pancakes, eggs, choice of breakfast meat and a side.
Eddie Merlot’s
Eddie Merlot’s is offering a Mother’s Day brunch buffet from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. on May 12. Adults will pay $74 and children ages 10 and under will be $19.
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
Make a reservation for a special brunch at Eddie V’s this Mother’s Day. You can opt for a prix fixe, three-course brunch for $55 ($17 for children) between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., or order from its full menu, which will be available all day.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
With two different three-course menus, Fleming’s is celebrating moms this Mother’s Day with savory and sweet menu items. Plus, the lunch menu will also be available until 3 p.m, starting at $55 per person. You’ll also have the option of a $85 Surf & Turf three-course meal all weekend that includes Filet Mignon with your choice of either North Atlantic Lobster Tail or Alaskan Golden King Crab Legs. The dinner and children’s menu will also be available all day.
If you can’t be with mom this year, treat her to an e-gift card. And if you spend $100 on gift cards, you’ll receive a $20 Bonus Card.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream
Pizza is an easy way to anyone’s heart—even mom. Treat her to a large pizza on May 12 and she’ll get a small-size dessert pizza on the house. Moms dining in restaurants can also get a free sundae.
Golden Corral
Moms dining in at Golden Corral on Mother’s Day can eat for free at the buffet. Some locations will also offer $5 off orders of $25 or more (on both dine-in and to-go orders); just enter the receipt code into the app to see if your location is eligible for the discount.
The Greene Turtle
The Greene Turtle is treating moms to a free dessert with any entree purchase on May 12.
Friendly’s
Finish off your Mother’s Day brunch or dinner with a free scoop of ice cream for mom. This deal is available at every Friendly’s location just for Mother’s Day.
Perry’s
If the special flower petal decor won’t impress mom, then Perry’s special Mother’s Day special surely will. The restaurant is offering a 10-ounce Filet Stuffed Roast that comes with a variety of veggies and a truffle merlot demi glace. The special menu will be available from 11 a.m. to closing on Sunday, May 12. And if you’re staying home this Mother’s Day, you can pre-order the menu starting April 13 for pickup.
Pizza Inn
Looking for a quick dessert that’s hearty enough for the whole fam? Pizza Inn is offering take-home pizzerts for just $5. Choose from toppings like chocolate chip, Bavarian Creme and our fruit of the day. Best part? This special offering is available from May 10 through July 4.
PJ’s Coffee
We know every mom is always a little low on caffeine. Luckily, PJ’s is here to treat mom to a free 12-ounce cup of hot coffee or cold brew for Mother’s Day.
Pokeworks
Pokeworks is offering a 20% discount off regular- and large-size poke bowls with code MOMSDAY24 from May 10 through 12.
Polly’s Pies
Treat mom to the Breakfast in Bed Gift Bundle at Polly’s Pies this Mother’s Day. You’ll get a variety of sweet and savory pies, including a deep-dish quiche, cinnamon rolls, as well as whole bean coffee and jams.
REAL Cookies
For the moms with some food sensitivities, REAL Cookies is half off sitewide, plus, you’ll get a free tote bag with your purchase with the code REALMDay24.
Sunday Night Foods
Use code MOTHERSDAY20 to get 20% off Sunday Night Foods chocolate sauces that are free of preservatives and corn syrup. Items like the Duo Gift Box, originally $29.99, will be marked down to $23.99.
Twin Peaks
A day of celebration means a poured glass to cheer with. Twin Peaks is offering half off wine by the glass, and Sangria, Wycliff Brut Champagne by the glass and mimosas all for $5 just for Mother’s Day.
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