Article Updated May 28, 2026
Mimosas at the ready and smiles all around, Mother’s Day brunch is a cherished tradition for many…and a chance to start a new tradition for others. This year, treat your mom to a truly unforgettable experience by whisking her away to one of Pittsburgh’s many delightful eateries for an exclusive dining experience. Head out to a brunch buffet filled with waffles, omelettes, as well as carved meats, or sit down to an elegant brunch with a glass of wine in hand. No matter where you choose to go, Pittsburgh’s restaurants ensure a delicious and memorable celebration for the most special woman in your life! Just be sure you make your reservations before it’s too late.
Restaurants in Pittsburgh for Mother’s Day Brunch
Take in the urban atmosphere at Downtown’s The Industrialist hotel. As a part of this high-rise stay, The Rebel Room provides a space for locals to dine and sip even when they’re not spending the night. For Mother’s Day they’re throwing a brunch with a complimentary first mimosa for mom, though we’re sure she’ll be thirsty for more.
Coughlin’s Law
Mount Washington, May 10
Treat your mother to a delicious brunch with a fabulous view of Pittsburgh this Mother’s Day. Coughlin’s Law fuses seasonal flavors into your favorite comfort foods. Which you can enjoy while looking at the skyline from high atop Mount Washington. Plus, grab one of their specialty cocktails like the Lavender Bees Knees and raise a toast to mom.
Burgh’ers Brewing
Millvale, May 10
Looking for an energetic morning? Let the drag performers of Pittsburgh hype up your Mother’s Day at Burgh’ers Brewing’s drag brunch. Host Indi Skies and performers Kinetrix, Belair, Oddriana, Rylee, Donatella, and Citrus will all be bringing out their favorite songs to celebrate the most powerful women in this world, moms. Not to mention, you can stick around and grab photos with the queens after the brunch.
Rockefeller’s Grille
McKees Rocks, May 10
The ultimate brunch buffet at Rockefeller’s Grille for Mother’s Day includes a little bit of everything plus a complimentary mimosa for mom. Bite into freshly carved prime rib and ham, cheese and veggie trays, breakfast meats, waffles and french toast, shrimp cocktail, penne vodka, and just about anything else you desire. No way mom (or anyone else) is leaving hungry!
Puttery
Strip District, May 10
Switch things up this year with a two-in-one brunch experience at the Puttery. Not only will you enjoy a delicious Old English Buffet and High Tea Brunch but you’ll also get to play through their 3 themed putt-putt rooms. Imagine feasting on eggs, bacon, sausage, baked beans, and more as well as chocolate covered strawberries for a treat before competition in unlimited rounds of mini-golf. After all, there’s nothing wrong with some friendly competition.
LeMont
Mount Washington, May 10
Between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., enjoy an over-the-top view off Mount Washington in the extravagantly decorated space at LeMont. Browse over various food stations, a breakfast buffet bar, entrees and vegetables buffet options, a salad bar, and of course, dessert. Fill your senses with plenty of options for all dietary needs such as omelette stations and vegetarian options too.
Gateway Clipper Riverboat
Station Square, May 10
Enjoy the splendid views of the city skylines as you sail across the Three Rivers. Plus, dig into a brunch buffet from the Gateway Clipper while you’re aboard. All mom’s will get a special gift upon entering before being directed to the endless buffet featuring pork loin, vegetable paella, roasted potatoes, fresh chicken, and other selections. Not to mention, you’ll get to take home a professional photo of your group to cherish.
Fairmont
Downtown, May 10
The whole family can get in on the deliciousness at Fairmont’s Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. Mom will look forward to diving into fresh, raw seafood selections, salmon and omelette stations, a bagel bar, dessert displays, and plenty of other hot breakfast favorites. Not to mention, there’s a kids section of the buffet that includes mac and cheese and chicken tenders for the picky eaters.
Khalil’s
Bloomfield, May 10
Take mom somewhere new and inviting for Mother’s Day with Khalil’s Mediterranean Brunch. This brunch from the two sisters who own Khalil’s includes a three-course prix fixe menu as well as other a la carte items for purchase. You’ll start with house-made dips before choosing between Shakshuka (poached eggs), Yalla Habibi Waffle, Mediterranean Cheese Omelet, Greek Breakfast, or a Chicken Shawarma Salad for your main. Then dive into desserts like Blueberry Baklava and any a la carte dishes you may want such as Fig and Feta Manaeesh Flatbread.
Revel
Downtown, May 10
There’s a buffet for the whole family right by Market Square so you can take a walk through the newly renovated space together. At Revel, they’re holding their Mother’s Day brunch and dinner buffets in their event space, Roost featuring a build-your-own bloody Mary bar. There are also carved meats, fresh waffles, pastries, made-to-order omelettes, a full salad bar, oatmeal station, pasta bar, hot breakfast favorites, kid-friendly selections, and a dessert station.
The Fez
Aliquippa, May 10
Looking for an early dinner? The Fez is seating their Mother’s Day buffet at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. so you have plenty of time after to spend with mom. Mom will venture through a variety of soups and salads, chef carving stations, entrees like Pork Loin Cordon Bleu, a large selection of side dishes, and of course, dessert. Your buffet also includes unlimited soft drinks, coffee, and tea but there’s a cash bar as well with specialty cocktails and mocktails such as the Mama-tini.
The Commoner
Downtown, May 10
At The Commoner’s Mother’s Day Brunch, you can enjoy their entire usual menu along with some specialty dishes just for the occasion. After you stop by their Flower Bar and grab some blooms for mom, you’ll dine on Asian flavors with touches of spring. Try their Spring Frittata, Pork Belly Katsu, and Mango Sticky Bun for a taste of something new alongside their signature cocktails as well as make-your-own mimosas.
Pizzaiolo Primo
Multiple Locations, May 10
Is mom a fan of Italian food? Treat her to brunch at Pizzaiolo Primo featuring fine Italian cuisine with a curated wine menu. Start off with a glass before diving into handcrafted pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Get a bunch of plates as well as pizzas for the table to make a family meal for the ages.
Con Alma
Downtown, May 10
Pittsburgh’s favorite jazz bar is opening early for Mother’s Day and you’re invited! Starting at 1 p.m. for lunch service, Con Alma hosts performers Katie Simone and Tony Campbell. Then, when service turns to dinnertime at 5 p.m. you can still enjoy their Sunday dinner service while listening to their Jazz Jam Session through the rest of the evening.
Pane è Pronto Mother’s Day Meal Kit
Strip District
In case mom would rather stay at home than venture out for brunch but you’re not much of a cook, Pane è Pronto offers a whole meal kit that you can have for brunch or dinner. The spread includes a house-baked focaccia, Sicilian cannellini dip, strawberry spinach salad, gnocchi, Tuscan stuffed chicken, and strawberry shortcake. You can pick up your take and heat meal from May 8 to the morning of May 10.
Story by Kylie Thomas
Photo Courtesy of Vinicius “amnx” Amano
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