Mother’s Day is a special time of the year to celebrate and appreciate the incredible moms in our lives—and to honor the memory of those who are no longer with us. 

In Downtown Evanston, local restaurants and shops are offering special ways to make the day extra memorable. Treat your mom to a delicious brunch or lunch at one of our many local eateries, then stroll through downtown to find a special gift for Mom! 

PS: Get together with your mom or mom friends at our Spring Sip & Stroll on Thursday, May 8, from 4:30–7:30PM, for an evening of shopping, sipping, and celebrating spring vibes! 

Whether you want to dine out with family or shop for gifts, you can find many options that suit your taste and budget.
Parking is available throughout the business district, and Downtown Evanston is also easily accessible by bike, bus or train!

* * * * *  WHERE TO DINE  * * * * *
Alcove Evanston | Hospital 1625 Maple Ave.
Celebrate Mom with a three-course prix fixe meal, $75 per person offered between 10:30AM and 3:30PM. Dinner service will convene at 4:30PM with their usual menu. View menu and book a table.

Show all the mother figures in your life how much you love them with pastries and more from Bennison's - cheesecake hearts, chocolate heart cookies, Marzipan Fruit Heart and more. View the specials and order today!

Dozika | 1018 Davis St.
Treat yourself and your Mom to a FREE thai Iced Tea and small surprise from Dozika on Mother's Day! View menu here.

Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church St.
Treat mom to a special brunch buffet with a la carte options for $45 per person, only $25 for kids 12 and under. View details here. 

Koi Evanston | 624 Davis St. 
Celebrate with Mom at Koi's Dim Sum Brunch between 11AM-3PM. View the menu and make a reservation.

 

Delight the moms in your life with brunch featuring Spicy Shakshouka, Moroccan Semolina Griddled Breakfast Cakes, Caramel Roasted Pineapple and more. Available 10AM-2PM. Reserve a table here.

Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Ave.
Treat Mom to a delightful Thai-inspired brunch featuring a mouthwatering selection of authentic Thai dishes, specially prepared to make her day unforgettable! Reserve a table here.

Treat yourself and/or your Mom to a special Raspberry Lyche Nuage Cake. Order 48 hours in advance for May 10 or 11. Place your order 48 hours in advance.

Prairie Moon | 1635 Chicago Ave. 

Celebrate with family at a special Mother's Day brunch with savory and sweet items and Champagne for the adults. View menu and book a table.  

Accents Plus | 601 Davis St.
Ayla's Originals | 1511 Sherman Ave.
Animal Records | 624 Grove St. 
Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.
Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.
cloth + home shop | 1503 Chicago Ave.
Eve J. Alfille Gallery | 623 Grove St.
FlowersFlowers | 1110 Davis St. 
The Grove Gallery | 619 Grove St. 
Kilwin's Evanston | 1724 Sherman Ave.
Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.
talia boutique | 1526 Chicago Ave.
Ten Thousand Villages | 1509 Chicago Ave.
Saville Flowers | 1714 Sherman Ave.


* * * * *  SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES  * * * * *

Grateful Yoga | 1108 Davis St.
Join child/family yoga specialist Cami Codell for a fun, energized family yoga class. There is a class for kids 2-4 years (4-4:45PM). Learn more and sign up here!
 
One River School Evanston | 1033 Davis St.
Take a creative workshop with Mom on Mother's Day, May 11, 3:30-5:30PM! Learn the techniques behind painting florals with watercolors, such as dry brushing, wet-on-wet painting, and more! Bring home a beautiful, one-of-a-kind watercolor painting to remember. Learn more and sign up here.

Evanston History Center
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Mother’s Day House Walk on Sunday, May 11! From 1-5PM, explore spectacular private homes in Evanston’s Lake Shore Historic District. Learn more and purchase tickets.