Forget the last-minute Publix bouquet. This year, celebrate the special mother figure in your life with the kind of Greater Fort Lauderdale weekend she truly deserves. Think oceanfront brunches, indulgent spa treatments she’ll rave about, and hands-on experiences that will live rent-free in her memories.
Whether she’s a beach lover or would trade breakfast in bed for a Pilates class, this Mother’s Day roundup has something for every kind of leading lady. Here’s your guide to treating Mom like the VIP she is on May 11.
Brunch It Up
Fort Lauderdale is synonymous with brunch, and since Mother’s Day falls on a Sunday, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a decadent morning meal.
Choose from delicious eateries tucked inside some of Fort Lauderdale Beach’s top resorts. MAASS, located in the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale, is celebrating in style with a lavish brunch featuring potato pancakes and caviar, lobster agnolotti, and a bread basket filled with croissants, pain au chocolat, and some of the best banana bread in town. MAASS recently made history as Fort Lauderdale’s first restaurant to receive a MICHELIN Star, making this an unforgettable choice for your Mother’s Day celebration.
Enjoy bottomless mimosas and rum punch with a side of oceanfront views at Burlock Coast, located within The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale. The menu features brunch favorites ranging from a cold smoked salmon board to Zak's brioche French toast with caramelized peaches.
Take your brunch to the next level at Catch & Cut, a seafood- and steak-focused fine dining restaurant that just opened on Las Olas Boulevard. Here, you’ll find Mother’s Day brunch specials sure to please—think jumbo lobster and crab cake eggs Benedict, steak frites and eggs, or something lighter like a watermelon salad with prosciutto jerky, feta cheese, pistachios, cucumbers, and red onions in a lemon-lime sugar vinaigrette.
Pair your meal with a new addition from the cocktail menu—lychee white sangria, anyone?
Further west on Las Olas, the Pan-Asian concept Casa Sensei is offering two hours of unlimited mimosas, sangria, and more for $19 with the purchase of an entrée. Enjoy riverside views while sampling crispy Togarashi-fried chicken and waffles or smoked salmon avocado toast.
Everyone’s favorite beachside haunt, Oceanic is sure to make Mom feel special, thanks to stunning ocean views and the backdrop of the iconic Pompano Beach Fisher Family Pier. Enjoy a buffet on the expansive second-floor oceanfront patio with options like a prime rib carving station or Grand Marnier French toast.
Dinner Delights
If you spent the day exploring the city, catching rays at nearby beaches, or discovering what makes Greater Fort Lauderdale so special with Mom, you’ve probably worked up an appetite. Good news: You’re in luck. With endless restaurants to choose from, opt for one that will have Mom smiling from the moment her cocktail arrives to the last bite of dessert.
Treat her to an unforgettable dinner at the newly reimagined Pier Sixty-Six, home to 12 dynamic food and beverage concepts. Choose between the iconic Pier Top, perched on the tower’s 17th floor, or the elegant Calusso, offering seafood, handcrafted pasta, and premium meats inspired by the French and Italian Rivieras. (Breakfast favorite Garni will also host brunch from noon to 3 p.m.)
You can’t go wrong with Timpano Las Olas, which is offering a special menu May 10 and 11 for Mother’s Day, or Truluck’s along Fort Lauderdale beach. The latter will serve its standard menu—think cold water lobster tails and prime king crab—along with special dishes like lemon-blueberry custard bread pudding. Guests can also gift Mom a keepsake Kendra Scott bracelet, delivered tableside with a long-stemmed rose.
Celebrate Mother’s Day the Greek way with sophisticated Mediterranean fare at Theo’s Estiatorio. Each mom will receive a free rose and complimentary cookies, lovingly baked by chef Theo’s own mother. Talk about a sweet treat.
There’s also plenty of deliciousness to go around at some of the city’s newest hotspots. Dine al fresco along the Riverwalk at Mykonos, in the heart of Las Olas at Earls Kitchen & Bar, in a cozy bistro setting at Emily’s Garden, or in the Instagram-worthy floral room at TIMBR, where the walls are dripping with blooms.
Relax & Unwind
If there’s one thing Mom deserves, it’s a day of pure, uninterrupted relaxation. And in Greater Fort Lauderdale, the spa scene brings serenity to everyone under the sun.
Heavenly Spa by Westin, located at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, was recently voted the No. 1 resort spa in Fort Lauderdale by TripAdvisor and will offer spa specials all month long. Treat Mom to a pampering solo experience or book time together with packages including the Mom-OOO (Out of Office), Mom & Daughter Duo, and Collagen 90 Facial, among others.
At the Rock Spa & Salon inside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, moms can indulge in one of three exclusive Mother’s Day treatments—each designed to help her unwind, recharge, and feel celebrated for all the love she gives year-round.
Only have a little time to squeeze in some R&R during your travels? You’re in luck with options like The Now Spa for peaceful body massages or Sana Skin Studio for facials that leave you both glowing.
Get Hands-On
Who doesn’t love a little activity to celebrate Mother’s Day? Greater Fort Lauderdale offers something for everyone to enjoy beyond the usual brunch or spa day.
Treat Mom to a hands-on experience at CandleLand in Fort Lauderdale, where creativity and self-care come together. This 90-minute workshop pairs candle pouring with a beginner-friendly floral arranging session, complete with seasonal blooms and professional tips. She’ll leave with a custom candle and a one-of-a-kind bouquet.
It’s also a great day to try pottery throwing at Sarah Glass Ceramics in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Whether you're a pro in the making or just here for the laughs (and the lopsided bowls), this hands-on class is a creative, feel-good way to bond and bring home something beautiful.
If your mom is more into reformer reps than mimosas, kick off her Mother’s Day with a sculpting session at Reforming Pilates or JetSet Pilates in Fort Lauderdale. After the stretch and burn, swing by Press & Grind Café for a refreshing smoothie. Then, take that post-workout glow to the beach—perfect for a sandy stroll or soaking up some well-earned sunshine.
Make It a Mother’s Day to Remember
From beachside brunches to spa days and hands-on fun, Greater Fort Lauderdale has everything you need to celebrate the mom in your life.
However you choose to spend May 11, make it meaningful—because she deserves the very best.