Happy Mother’s Day weekend! If you’re wondering how to celebrate all the maternal influences in your life, we’ve got you covered with what to eat and drink, as well as things to do in Portland.
Eats
Start your Mother’s Day off strong with Sur Lie’s once a year brunch by Chef Emil! Creative cocktails and scrumptious dishes make this brunch something you probably won’t want to miss. Reservations are accepted and encouraged.
Another wonderful brunch spot is Central Provisions! Their inventive small plates and great atmosphere make it the perfect spot to celebrate Mom.
Take Mom to Portland Lobster Company to enjoy a lobster roll, a cold beer, and some great music. Lunch time music by Gina Alibrio & Friends, and dinner music by Jeff Beam’s Band – Stucco!
Does Mom love fries and shakes?! Then you should probably take her to Duckfat. While they’re known for their fries and shakes, they also have amazing panini’s as well. You can’t go wrong with the house smoked brisket!
For dinner, you should probably head on over to Scales on Commercial Street. An elegant setting with lobster, seafood, a raw bar, and some land-food as well!
If you’re looking for a more casual spot to bring Mom for dinner, you can never go wrong with pizza from Flatbread! Make sure to peek at their ever changing, amazing, specials board! And don’t forget to order the brownie sundae for dessert.
Drinks
Blyth & Burrows is a vintage-inspired cocktail bar with a maritime theme that makes some of the best craft cocktails in Portland! Mom will love the atmosphere just as much as the drinks.
The Thirsty Pig is always serving a great rotation of beers so you’re sure to find one that Mom loves! If you need a snack while you’re there, try the pub pretzel. Warm beer cheese is the way to Mom’s heart.
Activities
Looking for something unique to do with Mom? Stroudwater Distillery is offering complimentary tastings and tours! Locally Sauced will be doing a special pairing with their bourbon and their amazing fresh meats and cheeses. Reservations are required!
Free studio fees for Mom’s at Color Me Mine from 10 am – 6 pm! There will be free coffee, tea, juice and muffins all day long. Reservations are encouraged!
Head to Austin Street brewery to grab a bouquet for Mom from Follow the Runaway Bunny and stay for Farm to Coast Mobile Kitchen! Beer, flowers, and food, what else could Mom want?! Flowers from noon until sellout!