Living Room Bar, W Brisbane, Brisbane City
In celebration of Mother’s Day, Living Room Bar’s high service is being imbued with pink perfection. ‘Pretty In Pink‘ High Tea treats mum to tiers of sweet and savoury delectables, crafted by W Hotel’s expert chefs. Endless tea and coffee are paired with a complimentary cocktail or glass of champagne. Book here.

Phoenix Restaurant, Brisbane City
Nestled in Brisbane Quarter, Phoenix Restaurant has curated a Mother’s Day Yum Cha set menu, brimming with delicious dim sums and share plates. Backdropped by river views, treat Mum to an afternoon feasting on a fusion of contemporary and classic Chinese cuisine. Phoenix Restaurant boasts a modern take on um cha, leaving the classic trolley at home. But rest assured, you’ll still find classics like peking duck, xiao long bao and bottomless Chinese tea. Book here.

Bacchus Restaurant, South Bank
Indulge in the epitome of elegance this Mother’s Day with high tea at Bacchus. This experience has embraced all the trimmings of a traditional service with Harney & Sons teas, William Edwards fine bone chinaware and tiers of tantalising snacks. Toast to Mum with live entertainment by Alisha Todd, and upgrade to the Endless Sparkling package for extra luxury. Book here.

Persone Restaurant, Brisbane City
The Brisbane Quarter’s resident Italian eatery will be serving up a curated selection of share-style dishes for Mother’s Day. The $125 per person set menu begins with a mouth-watering medley of antipasti such as arancini, meatballs and burrata – followed by prawn linguine and lamb shoulder and then finished with delicate raspberry and lemon curd roulade. Elevate your Mother’s Day lunch with a dash of elegance with this reimagined take on regional Italian cuisine, paired with an impressive wine list and stunning river views to match. Book here.

Cloudland, Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley’s  Cloudland is hosting an array of Mother’s Day events within its dramatic, multi-storey venue. At the Rose Room, discover a decadent buffet stacked with artisan cured meats, local cheeses and a roving dessert cart. For a long leisurely lunch, Alice Room is hosting its Love Mumm Lunch featuring three-courses, two-hour drinks package and a glass of Mumm champagne to kick off the celebrations. To learn more and book tickets, head here.

Victoria Park, Brisbane City
The rolling hills of Victoria Park offer a delightful destination for Mother’s Day and its multiple venues are hosting an array of maternal celebrations. In the Ballroom, you’ll find a decadent buffet breakfast complete with live music, a photo booth and a face painter – kicked off with a glass of Chandon Brut. While Victoria Park Marquee’s Mother’s Day Breakfast will feature a jumping castle and raffle. Find out more here.

Tenya, Brisbane City
Take your mum on an unforgettable culinary experience with the traditional Japanese restaurant Tenya. The Brisbane Quarter eatery is home to an unrivalled range of sushi, sashimi and sake that lets you savour the art of Japanese cuisine. For $79 per person (or $39 for ages 6 to 11), let Tenya transport you to Japan with the rich-authentic flavours of its buffet dinner. Book here.

MAYA, Fortitude Valley
The Mexican rooftop oasis is embracing the spice of Latin flavours this Mother’s Day with its curated four-course set menu for Dia de La Madre. Feast on plates of reimagined Mexican cuisine like Moreton Bay bug tacos, local scallops in chimichurri butter and a churro pan dulce. The $90-per-person lunch event is paired with breathtaking Brisbane views and a complimentary cocktail for Mum. Book here.

Ciao Papi, Brisbane City
This riverside eatery is transforming into ciao mami this Mother’s Day with its generous share-style lunch. The four-course menu will delight with antipasto, gnocchi, chargrilled sirloin and a housemade panna cotta. For $85 per person, the lunch experience lets you unwind and feast while taking in sweeping views of Brisbane’s beloved Story Bridge. Book here. 

Donna Chang, Brisbane City
Donna Chang’s dreamscape of a restaurant is the perfect destination for an elegant Mother’s Day affair. For another year, the Asian eatery has curated a considered yum cha menu, featuring dim sum delights from celebrated head chef Lyndon Tyers. Feast on vegetable and bamboo crystal dumplings, Sichuan spiced barbecue lamb ribs, fried salt and pepper calamari with chilli and lemon, cumin-spiced lamb buns and much more for $90 per person. Book here.

Boom Boom Room, Brisbane City
Make your mum feel extra special this Mother’s Day with an omakase banquet at the Boom Boom Room. She will be spoiled with a complimentary glass of Moet on arrival, followed by a mouth-watering menu of Japanese-inspired delights and a decadent Mother’s Day dessert to finish. There are two banquets to choose from, ranging from $79 to $99 per person, with seating available from 5:30 pm. Book here.

Emporium Hotel South Bank, South Bank
Celebrate Mum in style at the Emporium Hotel South Bank this Mother’s Day, with three exquisite high teas to choose from. Belle Epoque will be hosting a fittingly French-themed soiree, serving up the likes of truffle chicken finger sandwiches and cloud-like scones with vanilla chantilly. The Reserve Bar will be serving up a selection of gourmet bites, while Signature Restaurant is offering an elevated high tea with all of the gourmet trimmings – think crab and mayonnaise vol au vent with avruga caviar, mini cherry choux and duck liver parfait, and a very special 24k gold chocolate forest with cherry compote and gold sable. Each high tea can be upgraded to a champagne or cocktail pairing, plus every mum will receive a special gift on the day. Book here.

Stanley, Fortitude Valley
The waterfront restaurant might be famed for its Sunday Yum Cha service but this Sunday May 12, it will be hosting Mum Cha instead. This celebratory take on the beloved dining experience features a banquet of delights exclusively designed for the occasion. Start with a complimentary cocktail on arrival and be satiated by a sensational procession of plates like oysters, salt and pepper Moreton bay bugs, local coral trout and a coconut tart dessert. With both lunch and dinner services available, Mum Cha is $149 per person, with champagne packages available as well. Book here. 

Gigi’s Homestyle Cooking Picnic, Fortitude Valley
If the stunning autumnal weather is tempting you, experience Mother’s Day outdoors this year with Gigi’s Homestyle Cooking’s picnic packs. Find a spot across the main lawn of Howard Smith Wharves and unwind on your Gigi’s picnic blanket, feasting on a basket of cheese, charcuterie and wine. At $65 per person, Gigi’s picnic offers the comfort of homestyle, amidst the bustling riverside precinct. Book here.

Mary Mae’s, New Farm
The Brisbane Powerhouse precinct will play host to an exciting line-up of food, drinks and festivities this Mother’s Day. Experience high tea at the riverside restaurant Mary Mae’s, featuring a pink gin pop-up bar, live music and all the tantalising trimmings of high tea like ribbon sandwiches, petit four and endless tea. Book here. 

Mica, Newstead
The Newstead patisserie is known for its array of savoury snacks and delicate desserts. For Mother’s Day this year, the crew at Mica are creating take-away high tea experiences – bundling up all the decadence of a high tea service for you to enjoy at your leisure. Order here.

OTTO, Southbank
The riverside restaurant is pulling out all the stops for Mother’s Day lunch this year. Overlooking views of the Brisbane River, experience OTTO’s exclusive three-course menu – featuring the likes of luxe new additions such as Tropical Painted crayfish, and a special caviar soufflé dessert. All mums will receive a box of chocolates reaction by OTTO to take home as well. Book here. 

SOKO, Fortitude Valley
This rooftop restaurant is a walk on the wild side for your Mother’s Day, serving its famous fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine. SOKO’s jungle-inspired restaurant lets you add a touch of spice to your typical Sunday lunch. Savour the carefully curated set menu and surprise Mum with a special gift box of treats, courtesy of SOKO. Book here.

Bosco, Albion
The flame-powered Albion eatery is bringing the heat this Mother’s Day with a scrumptious set menu. Bosco’s exclusive offering is brimming with foodie favourites like appellation oysters, Spring Bay mussels, Moreton Bay bug clay pot and Bosco’s house Mont Blanc. Toast to Mum amidst the moody ambience of this warehouse restaurant for $110 per person. Book here.

The Wolf, Brisbane City
This sprawling centre of European cuisine is opening exclusively on a Sunday in honour of Mother’s Day. The restaurant has curated a one-off three-course dining experience, rich in European flair and flavours. Toast in tribute to Mum with a complimentary glass of bubbles and feast on the likes of terrine with velvety porcini cream and basil-tapioca puff, fresh sea scallop ceviche, decadent chestnut gnocchi in a bath of gorgonzola cream and vibrant heirloom tomatoes. Available for $95 per person. Book here.

Herve’s, Albion
Your typical breakfast-in-bed tradition is a classic for a reason – but if you wanted to indulge mum in the finer things, Herve’s will be hosting a rare breakfast service. The French eatery will be serving up delicious French cuisine like croque madame, crab soufleé, and pain perdu (French toast) to celebrate the early risers. For the Mums hitting snooze on their special day, Herve’s will also be offering a three-course shared lunch, eating dessert and complimentary flute of bubbles. Book here.

ZA ZA TA, Newstead
Mother’s Day calls for no awkward edits to set menus so vegetarians can rejoice knowing the Middle-Eastern restaurant ZA ZA TA is hosting a vegetarian feast. Inspired by the bounty of autumnal produce, ZA ZA TA will serve up the likes of quinoa kofta, coal-roasted mushroom shit, watermelon crudo and a traditional coffee and vanilla sponge tatami. Even receive a take-home box of Turkish Delights. Book your table for this plant-based feast here.

Wickham Hotel, Fortitude Valley
The Valley’s iconic Wickham Hotel is offering up a lively option for your Mothers Day brunch with a Bottomless Drag High Tea. Celebrate your favourite maternal figures, whether it’s your birth Mum, chosen Mum, or a squad of designated Mum friends with this all inclusive 2-hour package. Tuck in to a delicious high tea complete with all the trimmings from compressed baby cucumbers to finger sandwiches while Drag Mum and Daughter Yana Michelle and Vollie LaVont will be bringing the fun, complete with performances, tunes from DJ Sammy and more, for $79 per person. Book here.

Regatta Hotel, Toowong
Treat your mum like a queen with Mothers Day High Tea at the iconic Regatta Hotel. Sit back and sip on Mumosas, sparkling wine, tea and coffee, with a 2-hour drinks package, while you revel in a tiered high tea stand filled with cucumber sandwiches, mini lamingtons, macaroons and more. At $75 per person ($60 if you skip the bevvies), book your seat here.