Mothers day brunch staten island 2022

Concha bread from Veronica's Bakery in Port Richmond,Pamela Silvestri |

So, you haven't made plans yet for Mother's Day, eh?

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Welcome to the busiest time of the year in the restaurant business — on Staten Island and beyond — with communions, end-of-the-school-year celebrations and, yes, the almighty Mother's Day. Well, here are a few dozen solid suggestions for Sunday, May 14, established places that have gone through the "holiday" with success and typically draw pleasant feedback from guests after major occasions.

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Blue

1115 Richmond Terr., Livingston

718-273-7777

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Possibly the most sought-after reservation with its water views and no stairs to negotiate, the restaurant offers a prix fixe, three course meal for $59.95 at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.

East Pacific

EAST PACIFIC

2655 Richmond Ave., New Springville

718-370-2225

Chinese and Thai fare meet sushi here on the regular ala carte menu. Here's a peek at the menu. Reservations are recommended.

Pamela Silvestri |

Lacey's Bridge Tavern

75 Innis St., Elm Park

718-273-7514

LaceysBridgeTavern.com

Brunch runs from 11 to 2 p.m. and dinner is served all day along with the chef's specials.

Carol Benanti

Fiore Di Mare

227 Mansion Ave, Staten Island, NY 10308

718-227-9771

FioreDiMare.com

Reservations are recommended. If there's any waiting time while your group collects, there's a large bar area and a patio outside for a peek at the sport fishing boats. The menu is upscale Italian.

Gatsby's on the Bay

695 Bay St., Stapleton

718-442-8729

GatsbysOnTheBaySI.com

The upscale, eclectic American restaurant features an outdoor patio with view of the Verazanno Bridge and a handsome, brick-lined dining room. The dinner menu is served all day ala carte-style starting at 1 p.m. and reservations are recommended.

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Jac Mao

1771 Hylan Blvd., Dongan Hills

718-979-6100

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Chinese food in a linen-cloth environment might be ideal for some Moms. Plus, there's always take-out if (delivery is available for most of the East Shore.) Specials like this Chinese-style filet mignon are in the line-up for the day.

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Flaming Hibachi & Sushi Buffet

Italianissimo

107 McClean Ave., South Beach

718-442-4442

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Reservations are recommended.

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Killmeyer's Old Bavaria Inn

4254 Arthur Kill Rd., Charleston

718-984-1202

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The Happy Tones plays from 1 PM to 6 PM. Proprietor Ken Tirado says the regulars won't go for fancy-schmancy specials. Patrons want the regular offerings. Most popular dishes on Mother's Days of past: Sauerbraten, wienerschnitzle and pork shanks.

Hilton Garden Inn

1100 South Ave., Bloomfield

718-477-2400, Ext. 4

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Seatings run from 1 to 6 p.m. with a four-course sit-down dinner and live piano music in the backdrop. It's $49.95 per guest plus tax and gratuity and children under 12 are half price.

Marina Cafe

154 Mansion Ave, Staten Island, NY 10308

718-967-3077

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As the holiday gets closer, best shots at reservations on Mother's Day are earlier in the day, like at 1:30 p.m. or later in the evening, say, 6 p.m.

Anthony DePrimo

New Dakota Diner

921 Richmond Ave., Graniteville

718-983-9286

NewDakotaDiner.com

Pantelis, the friendly owner of the Dakota, offers his usual set of offerings -- over 100 items from which to choose -- from fluffy pancakes to Romanian steaks. A tried and true diner even on crazy days like Mother's Day.

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Nino's

1110 Hylan Blvd., Grasmere

718-448-3838

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The three-tiered pricing structure is $43.95, $48.95 and $53.95 and based on the entree selection.

Old Bermuda Inn

301 Veteran's Rd. West, Charleston

718-948-7600

TheOldBermudaInn.com

This prix fixe spread books very quickly as the spread is abbodanza and includes a complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary. If you don't get a reso, there's always next year!

Jan Somma-Hammel

Patrizia's

4255 Amboy Rd., Great Kills

718-317-6600

PatriziasOfBrooklyn.com

As the week rolls on resos here will be realistic around noon and way way late in the eve as in 8:30 p.m. According to a staff member, there will be a special menu that day (to be announced) and the pricing structure should remain the same at $57 and $47 that includes wine (gratuity is extra.) It's a very fun but very loud place.

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Pier 76

76 Bay St., St. George

718-447-PIER (7437)

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Mother's Day is the normal dining routine with the "special" specials and, of course, great pizza. The outdoor section will be open for seating.

Stone House at Clove Lakes Park

1150 Clove Rd., Sunnyside

718-442-3600

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If Mom is able to do a little walking over a foot bridge, then this pretty destination is worth the tiny hike. They're mostly booked as of this posting but it's worth a shot. Here's the menu.

Peach donuts with caramel at Molo in Rosebank. (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri)

Molo

987 Bay St., Rosebank

718-447-7676

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The upscale Italian, appealing specials are rounded out with ala carte offerings from the likes of burgers, pizza and salads. There is a complimentary glass of wine or bubbly and a free Grand Marnier-Strawberry doughnut for each guest.

South Fin Grill

300 Father Capodanno Blvd., South Beach

718-447-7679

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Staten Island Diner

1877 Victory Blvd., Castleton Corners

718-273-4515

StatenIslandDiner.com

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this small, convivial eatery can please a fussy eater and a diverse group of tastes.

West Shore Inn

3955 Victory Blvd., Travis

718-698-9722

WestShoreInn.com

Steaks, burgers and chops are on the ala carte menu.

Piccolino

3935 Amboy Rd., Great Kills

718-967-5870

Northern Italian and consistent, this upscale spot is wheelchair accessible throughout.

Il Sogno

26 Jefferson Blvd., Annadale

718-356-7800

This upscale Italian restaurant will have a limited a la carte menu.

Hilton Flores

Beso

11 Schuyler St., St. George

718-816-8162

BesoNYC.com

It's a similar deal to Bayou: With three courses that includes an app, entree and desert from a select menu for $55 per guest. Beverages, tax and tip are not included. Reservations are required for seatings 12 and 12:30 p.m., 3 and 3:30 p.m. plus 5 and 5:30 p.m.

Pamela Silvestri |

Villa Paradisio

45 Greaves Lane, Great Kills

718-227-2405

VillaParadisoRestaurant.com

There are few reservations left (after 5:30 p.m.) with a fixed menu — choice of family-style apps, homemade pastas and entrees like a mixed seafood platter and Chicken Milanese with salad and roasted potatoes. Wine, coffee, bottle of water and dessert are included for $75 per guest.

For $60 per guest, patrons can enjoy a family-style dinner that includes four courses -- Antipasti options like Prosciutto and Melon, "Primi" such as Rigatoni with tomato sauce or Mushroom Risotto and "Secondo" that includes chicken or red snapper. The deal also presents Mom with fruit, wine soda, coffee, espresso and cappucino.

Pamela Silvestri |

Bella Mama Rose

266 Morningstar Rd., Elm Park

718-981-0545

BellaMamaRose.com

A smaller version of the menu is served family-style or as individual portions with specials. Hours are noon with the last reso at 7 p.m. Warning: Their delicious pizza isn't served on this busy day.

Anthony DePrimo

Bayou

1072 Bay St., Rosebank

718-273-4383

BayouNYC.com

Find three courses -- choice of apps, entrees and desserts -- from a select menu for $59.95 per guest. Beverages, tax and tip are not included. Seatings are at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Angelina's

399 Ellis St., Tottenville

718-227-2900

AngelinasRistorante.com

Brunch on the big day spans from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the tented portion of the restaurant and costs $69 plus 20 percent service charge with a complimentary Mimosa included. Kids are $35. Dinner inside runs from noon until 8 p.m., a prix fixe menu for $95 a guest plus tax and 20 percent service charge. That offering includes a choice from four apps, two pastas, seven mains and comes with coffee, soda and a dessert of puff pastry with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Cole's Dockside

369 Cleveland Ave., Great Kills

718-948-5588

ColesDockside.com

There is a brunch that runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. that is $26 for adults and $16 for children. A la carte dinner after that ranges from $17 (max price) on apps and $35 (max price) on entrees.

Pamela Silvestri |

Bin 5

1233 Bay St., Rosebank

718-448-7275

Bin5NYC.com

Always cooking for the seasons, Chef Stephen Lee also serves business partner Danny Ippolito's Mom's desserts. So, don't forget to compliment the yummy cakes at the end of the meal.