MAY 2025 42 Whether you’re planning a cozy brunch or an elegant dinner for that mother figure in your life, many restaurants are offering enticing specials to make May 11 unforgettable. Here are a few spots – some down the road, some just a bit of a drive – offering Mother’s Day dining this May: LON’S AT THE HERMOSA INN 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road hermosainn.com Brunch is all the rage at Lon’s at the Hermosa Inn. From 9 a.m.-3 p.m., guests can enjoy items like avocado toast, smoked salmon sliders, croissant eggs benedict, short rib and poached eggs, herb crusted pork tenderloin, and fresh fruit charlotte or opera cake to finish. Price: $105 for adults, $25 for kids. J&G STEAKHOUSE 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale jgsteakhousescottsdale.com J&G at The Phoenician is hosting brunch from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The spread includes a carving station, chilled seafood and sushi, breakfast favorites and artisan desserts. Price: $178 for adults, $95 for kids ages 3 to 12. MASTRO’S 6991 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale mastrosrestaurants.com An elegant brunch happens at Mastro’s Ocean Club, Steakhouse and City Hall. Ocean Club has a seafood-focused menu with an iced seafood tower or breakfast items like cheese blintzes and smoked salmon. Lunch options include New York strip or herb roasted branzino. The Steakhouse and City Hall will serve Vande Rose pork chop. Desserts include mini cakes and chocolate-covered strawberries and a complimentary mimosa or Bloody Mary. SANCTUARY CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley gurneysresorts.com Grownups can sip mimosas while the kids get creative with cookie decorating. The family can pick fresh flowers at the bouquet cart and capture the day with family photos at the photo booth. Enjoy some friendly competition with lawn games before indulging in a prix fixe lunch or dinner at elements or a buffet brunch in The Views Ballroom. Price: elements is $145 for adults, $55 for kids 12 and under; buffet is $185 for adults, $65 for kids 12 and under. THE MARKET BY JENNIFER’S 3603 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix themarketbyjennifers.com The Market’s Mother’s Day menu includes various dishes like a shellfish course with shrimp, lobster tails, and crab claws, deviled eggs in three variations, and an asparagus board with burrata and prosciutto. Main options include smoked salmon bagels, chanterelle quiche, beef tenderloin, and Mediterranean seabass. PLATFORM 18 AT CENTURY GRAND 3626 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix bartershake.com Platform 18 is hosting “High Tea Aboard the Pullman” on May 10 and 11. Guests will step onto a train car and enjoy champagne, tea and a variety of savory and sweet bites. The event’s theme is 1924 New York City. Price: $99 for a standard experience, which includes champagne and bites; $129 for the upgrade with truffles and wine. MARCELLINO RISTORANTE 7114 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale marcellinoristorante.com Marcellino Ristorante will offer its full dinner menu plus chef-crafted specials for the evening. Dishes include hand-rolled gnocchi sorrentina, tagliolini with shrimp and mushrooms, grilled lamb chops with balsamic reduction, and a complimentary slice of tiramisu for mom. CARCARA AT SHERATON PHOENIX DOWNTOWN 320 N. 3rd St., Phoenix carcararestaurant.com Carcara’s mom-themed event features a raw bar, omelet and carving stations, sweets and pastries, and a kid’s corner. Guests can enjoy mimosas, along with menu items like citrus achiote chicken, red wine braised short ribs, and rosemary roasted red potatoes. The event also includes a live butterfly release every hour, live music from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and photo ops. Price: starts at $120 for adults, $40 for kids 4-12. JW MARRIOTT SCOTTSDALE CAMELBACK INN RESORT & SPA 5402 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale marriott.com Rita’s Cantina & Bar will offer a buffet that includes bottomless mimosas, classic breakfast favorites, seafood, desserts, and more. There will also be complimentary face painting, caricatures, live music, and family photography. Price: $165 for adults, $59 for kids 3-10. THE BOULDERS RESORT 34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Scottsdale theboulders.com Treat mom to the Radiance Renewal facial package that includes a hand, leg, and foot treatment. There’s also a BOGO deal on Eminence Organic Skin Care products. On May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., families can quash their hunger pains with a smorgasbord that includes seafood, salads, artisan cheeses, prime rib, beef tenderloin, organic chicken, a dessert display, mimosas and live entertainment. DRINK ME! TEA ROOM 1730 E. Warner Road, Tempe drinkmetearoom.com The Wonderland Mother’s Day Tea features three-tiered selection of vegan and gluten-free savory and sweet dishes. Guests can sip on themed tea blends or toast with a Special- TEA cocktail or mocktail. Those looking for a gift can check out the retail area with loose-leaf teas, whimsical accessories, eco-friendly gifts and gift cards. Reservations required. CHOMPIE’S 9301 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale chompies.com Chompie’s will have a free mini cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting for every mom who dines in on May 11. In addition, the eatery has three to-go packages for at-home celebrations. These include the spring brunch with scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries, bagels, cream cheese, and more. The signature spread offers breakfast sliders, French toast, fruit salad, and cinnamon babka, and the Central Park picnic includes egg, Greek, fruit and tuna salads and more. LOVING HUT 3239 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix lovinghut.us From May 5-11, all three locations will offer 15 percent off for moms, plus limited-edition heart cakes and muffins while supplies last. On May 4 the Tempe location will host an exclusive live comedy show at 11 a.m. featuring Mama Lawson and benefiting Better Piggies Rescue. VIRTU HONEST CRAFT 3701 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale virtuscottsdale.com Chef Gio Osso will offer mascarpone polenta, made with fried eggs, pork ragu, salsa verde and fett’unta or lemon ricotta pancakes with grape confettura, pistachio and vanilla crema. Moms will receive a white rose and a special sparkling toast when they dine in. LING & LOUIE’S 9397 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale lingandlouies.com Ling & Louie’s is offering two specials: a three-course prix fixe menu featuring breakfast bao or avocado toast and char siu pork benedict or Ling’s five spice French toast with dessert. In the evening, a three-course dinner menu will be served, including starters like spicy ahi roll or crab wontons, and entrées such as surf & turf or almond-crusted pork. ORGAN STOP PIZZA 1149 E. Southern Ave., Mesa organstoppizza.com At Organ Stop, guests can partake in an all you can eat pizza buffet that includes salad and soft drinks on May 11 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Beer, wine and ice cream are available for an additional fee. Advance ticket purchase is required. Price: $20 for adults, $15 for kids. FOR THE MOMS Elements at Sanctuary Carcara Rita’s Cantina & Bar Boulders Golf

43 MAY 2025  Long-time Arcadia fave CRUjiente Tacos and San Diego-based pizza chain Mr. Moto Pizza have both closed their doors in the plaza located on the corner of Camelback Road and 40th St. Mr. Moto served pizzas and pastas, while CRU served a selection of classic and unique tacos and specialty cocktails. No word yet on new tenants, but we’ll keep you posted as we learn more! Liquor Pig (7217 E. 4th Ave.) gastropub opened in Old Town in April. Serving up dishes like roasted bone marrow, handmade pastas, small plates and more, the menu is where “craft and comfort collide.” The pub also offers an extensive selection of craft beers and artisanal cocktails like the Sundancer, a twist on the Moscow Mule, or the zero-proof “Cool Side of the Pillow.” liquorpigscottsdale.com CHOP CHANDLER 2625 W. Queen Creek Road, Chandler chopchandler.com Chop Chandler’s three-course meal kicks off with a fruit platter, almond croissants, and seasonal scones before entrees like the “Oscar” benedict with filet medallion and lump crab, chicken and waffles with a rosemary waffle and maple demi- glace, or the steakhouse breakfast platter. End on a sweet note with Bourbon banana brioche French toast or Japanese soufflé pancakes. Price: $75 per person. 32 SHEA 10626 N. 32nd St., Phoenix 32shea.com Treat mom to the Lox Tower special that includes smoked salmon, whipped cream cheese, capers, tomato, sliced egg, pickled cucumber, and jicama slaw, sprinkled with everything bagel seasoning. Those with a sweet tooth can check out the whipped truffle ricotta toast, topped with fig jam and served on toasted ciabatta. Pair it with the “almost bottomless mimosas” for $20. LAKESIDE BAR & GRILL 9980 W. Happy Valley Pkwy., Peoria lakesidebarandgrillaz.com Celebrate with a one-day-only menu on May 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring dishes like the Madre’s brunch tostada, “everything nice” toast, or cocoa and cream French toast. The Mom-mosa and festive, limited-edition cocktails like Mother Knows Best, Mom Needs Chocolate, and Give Mom Her Flowers will be available all May. THE WIGWAM 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park wigwamarizona.com From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., moms can choose between two experiences. The first is a buffet with carving stations, seafood, salads, desserts, a welcome glass of prosecco and a complimentary family photo. The second is a four-course prix-fixe brunch at Litchfield’s, offering French onion soup, millionaire’s benedict, Berkshire pork tenderloin or blueberry bread pudding, also with a glass of prosecco. Fresh spring bouquets are available for preorder. Price: $99 for the buffet, $119 for the prix-fixe meal; $30 for kids 4-12.  At Omni Montelucia (4949 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley) on May 3 attendees can listen to live mariachi and DJs while enjoying handcrafted street tacos, margaritas, tequila tastings, festive piñatas, and mini donkeys. Admission is free and open to the public. omnihotels.com Celebrate from May 2-5 at 810 Entertainment (50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix) with house margaritas for $5, top shelf for $6, Cadillac for $8, and a $25 bowling package for up to eight players per lane (shoes extra, reservation required). 810bowling.com The Phoenician Tavern (6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale) will have food and drink specials plus live dueling pianos on May 2 and 3 from 8 to 10 p.m. Sip on themed cocktails and enjoy taco trios featuring carne asada or chipotle shrimp. thephoenician.com Elvira’s DC Ranch (20825 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale) is celebrating with a one-day-only tasting menu featuring a four-course meal from Chef Christopher George. Dishes include Yucatán scallop crudo, truffle quesadillas, prime NY strip in mole negro, and chocolate cacao tamal. The restaurant will also offer curated agave flights and signature margaritas. elvirasdcranch.com On May 4, COURSE Restaurant (7366 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale) will host “Second to None,” a collaboration that features an eight-course tasting menu by Sous Chef Luis Soto of COURSE and Chef Antonio Padilla of Bacanora. Together, they’ll offer dishes like ceviche with kohlrabi and sotol, a tetela with Oaxaca cheese and hoja santa egg yolk, a Sonoran flat dog, and mazapán ice cream. Reservations are encouraged. Price: $135 per person. courserestaurantaz.com On Cinco de Mayo only, guests at Lakeside Bar & Grill (9980 W. Happy Valley Pkwy., Peoria) can enjoy the carnitas fiesta flautas, paired with a specialty cocktail, available all month long: the spicy strawberry coconut margarita; the cafecito, or the smoky sonoran old fashioned. lakesidebarandgrillaz.com 32 Shea’s (10626 N. 32nd St., Phoenix) lineup of Mexican- inspired eats will be available all May. Items include the torta sandwich, shrimp ceviche and carne asada burrito, with the tres leches cake capping off the meal. 32shea.com Drink Me! Tea Room Ling & Louie’s Lakeside Bar & Grill 32 Shea 6 0 2 - 9 4 4 - 5 5 1 6 maloneyplumbing.com Serving the Valley for over 60 years! Happy Mother’s Day! Kitty, Drew and their moms! Kitty and her girls! From our family to yours!