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!
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!
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Alcove Evanston | 1625 Maple Ave.
Celebrate Mom with a three-course prix fixe brunch offered between 11AM and 3PM. $75/person. Dinner service will convene at 5PM with their usual menu. View menu and book a table.
Alcove Evanston | 1625 Maple Ave.
Celebrate Mom with a three-course prix fixe brunch offered between 11AM and 3PM. $75/person. Dinner service will convene at 5PM with their usual menu. View menu and book a table.
Bennison's Bakery | 1000 Davis St.
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 $39 per person and $19 for kids 12 and under. View details here.
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 $39 per person and $19 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.
LeTour Evanston | 625 Davis St.
Delight the moms in your life with a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 10, from 10AM to 2PM. The festive buffet will feature a wide-ranging spread of brunch favorites and celebratory dishes including Eggs Benedict, French Toast Casserole with customizable toppings, whole poached salmon, shrimp cocktail, and Chicken Piccata. A Donuts Bar invites guests to build their own dessert creations with sundae-style toppings, adding a sweet finish to the holiday feast. Reserve a table here.
Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Ave.
Owners Sam & Mina brought the flavors of their Thai childhoods straight to Evanston — including dishes passed down from mom's own kitchen. This Mother's Day, come taste that love with a Thai style brunch available from 11AM-2PM or dinner from 5-9PM. Reserve a table here.
Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Ave.
Owners Sam & Mina brought the flavors of their Thai childhoods straight to Evanston — including dishes passed down from mom's own kitchen. This Mother's Day, come taste that love with a Thai style brunch available from 11AM-2PM or dinner from 5-9PM. Reserve a table here.
Patisserie Coralie | 601 Davis St.
Treat yourself and/or your Mom to a classic Raspberry Tart, Pistachio Almondine Rose Tart or Strawberry Basil Layered Cake. Order 48 hours in advance for May 9 or 10. Place your order 48 hours in advance.
Prairie Moon | 1635 Chicago Ave.
Prairie Moon | 1635 Chicago Ave.
Celebrate with family at a special Mother's Day Champagne Brunch with savory and sweet items and Champagne for the adults. View menu and book a table.
* * * * * WHERE TO SHOP * * * * *
Accents Plus | 601 Davis St.
Animal Records | 624 Grove St.
Artem Pop Up Gallery | 1627 Sherman Ave.
Bella Otér | 1017 Davis St.
Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington 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.
Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave.
Saville Flowers | 1714 Sherman Ave.
* * * * * SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES * * * * *
Bella Otér | 1017 Davis St.
Celebrate Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 9, 1-3PM with Let's Bloom Together, a hands-on floral arranging workshop and an intimate exploration of how we approach feeling and dressing with intention. Slow down, reconnect, and create something thoughtful together. Learn more and sign up here.
One River School Evanston | 1033 Davis St.
Take a creative Floral Moods workshop with Mom on Mother's Day, May 10, 4-5:30PM! Learn how to use mediums like water color, acrylic paint, and more to make stunning floral paintings. Practice techniques like observational painting, botanical painting and create colorful floral arrangements, with a fun mixed media twist! Learn more and sign up here.
Evanston History Center
Celebrate the 51st Anniversary Mother’s Day House Walk on Sunday, May 10! This beloved tradition invites you to step inside some of Evanston’s most stunning and historically significant homes—each with their own story to tell. Learn more and purchase tickets.