Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show appreciation for the moms and mother figures in our lives, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious brunch? Across the Brainerd and Baxter area, local restaurants and venues are pulling out all the stops to offer special menus, cozy atmospheres, and memorable experiences just for the occasion. Whether you’re planning a family gathering or a quiet morning with Mom, we’ve rounded up the best spots in town hosting Mother’s Day brunch to help you make the day extra special.

Brainerd and Baxter Restaurants:

  • Baxter’s Grill & Bar, Baxter, MN – Located inside The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, they will be hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch on May 10, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. featuring breakfast favorites, homestyle classics, and assorted desserts. Reservations are recommended – learn more here.
  • Black Bear Lodge & Saloon, Baxter MN – Mother’s Day Brunch from 9:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Reservations required. More information here.
  • Notch 8, Brainerd MN – Mother’s Day Breakfast Buffet from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and also serving a Mother’s Day Dinner from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Menu and information here.
  • Other in-town restaurants that will definitely be serving-up great breakfast on Mother’s Day include: 371 Diner, Passport, The Barn, The Local 218, and The Skillet.

Area Restaurants:

  • Bar Harbor Supper Club, Lake Shore, MN – Creating a special Mother’s Day with a brunch buffet from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and also a dinner from 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Celebrate with great food, lakeside atmosphere, and time well spent with family. Reservations are highly recommended. More information here.
  • Cragun’s Resort, Brainerd MN – Hosting a traditional Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. with a variety of delicious food. Full menu and additional information here.
  • Dunmire’s Bar & Grill, Brainerd MN – Is doing Mother’s Day a little different—all day they are offering a FREE meal to all moms with purchase of another entree.
  • Fairways at Madden’s on Gull Lake, Nisswa MN – Celebrating with a special brunch buffet for all ages from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. More information here.
  • Grand View Lodge, Nisswa MN – Offering a Mother’s Day Brunch in the Heritage Room from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. More information here.
  • Green Lantern Bar and Grill, Brainerd MN – Hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. including carved ham, French toast bake, and more. Reservations are not accepted, first come, first served. More information here.
  • Quarterdeck Grill, Nisswa MN – Offering their full menu with a twist—mothers get a free appetizer or entrée with the purchase of another appetizer or entrée. More information here.
  • Taconite Canteen & Events Center, Ironton MN – Annual Mother’s Day Brunch from 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Reservations required, please call 218-545-2220. More information here.
  • The Woods, Brainerd MN – Offering a few different ways to celebrate mom with a brunch at Gather on 3 Event Center, a Take-and-Make meal to go, or a prime rib dinner at B*Merri. More information here.