Hong Kong possesses various enchanting eateries in the many glorious neighbourhoods and islands of this vibrant city. Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 8, 2022, a day to celebrate our mothers – and what better way than to take them out for a gorgeous meal? Whether she prefers a Champagne brunch, a harbour view lunch, or an extravagant steak dinner, there is something for all of our extraordinary mums.
La Rambla by Catalunya — Brunch buffet, Central
La Rambla is offering a Mother’s Day brunch buffet on May 8, with traditional Catalan dishes like made-to-order Catalan paellas and croquetas de jamón, and a carving station on the terrace featuring dry-aged US prime rib, Segovian-style suckling pig, and Spanish sea bass. End the meal with el dulce, a selection of La Rambla desserts. Free-flow packages can be added on for extra: add $650 for free-flow gin & tonics or $550 for Veuve Clicquot Champagne. All free-flow packages include sangria, house red and white wine, and beer. With its breezy terrace and diverse selection of cold seafood dishes and hot decadent roasts, La Rambla is sure to please all moms.
When: 8 May 2022, 11:30am – 2:30pm
Where: 3071 – 73 Level 3, ifc mall, Central
Price: $780/person and $390 for children under 12; free for children under 7
Book: Online or call 2661 1161
Ask for Alonzo — Italian, multiple branches
Ask for Alonzo is aiming to make mom – who often is the one making everyone else’s favourite dishes – feel special this Mother’s Day with a special Saffron & Crab Linguine special offered at all of their locations. Every order of the linguine special comes with a complimentary Mamma Mia Negroni or glass of prosecco (not just moms can enjoy this offer!). However, only moms can enjoy treats like salon vouchers when they visit Ask for Alonzo (value starting at $100).
When: 8 May 2022, all day
Where: All four Ask for Alonzo locations in Soho, Happy Valley, Quarry Bay, Tai Hang
Price: $198 for Mother’s Day linguine
Book: Online or call individual branches
1908BC — Chinese-British, Sheung Wan
Founder of 1908BC Chef Suzanna is honouring her own mom with two special Mother’s Day menus: the Old Hong Kong Mother’s Day Menu with classic British Chinese dishes; and the New Hong Kong Mother’s Day Menu with contemporary takes that highlight the ‘British’ half of the fusion cuisine (both menus require a minimum four diners). The Old Menu will be familiar to Hong Kong moms with dishes like Hairy Fig Soup and 1908BC Roasted Soy Sauce Whole Chicken. The New Menu features modernized dishes like Crispy Shredded Beef and Butterfly Prawn Toast. All mothers will be treated to a complimentary glass of prosecco.
When: 5-8 May 2022
Where: 5/F, The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan
Price: $620/person for Old Menu, $480/person for New Menu
Book: Email [email protected] or call 2116 4668
Fireside — Open-fire brunch, Central
Fireside celebrates the “naked complexity” of fire-grilled food, mixing cuisines and hand-selecting woods to execute what they call the rawest way to cook. They’re offering a six-course set brunch for Mother’s Day, cooking sustainably sourced ingredients over artisanal flames. Free-flow bubbles can be added for $198 or free-flow bubbles and wine for an extra $298.
Fireside is also partnering with local jeweller Giselle Yu to create custom initial necklaces with mom’s first name initial. These are priced at $250 and should be ordered while making dining reservations.
When: 7-8 May 2022; 12pm-3pm and 6pm-10pm (7 May) and 12pm-3pm (8 May)
Where: 5/F, H Code, The Steps, 45 Pottinger St, Central
Price: $1,098/person
Book: Online or call 6610 8689
ÔDELICE — French bistro brunch, multiple branches
The casual French bistro is offering classic French dishes paired with rare French wines at all four of its locations on May 7 and 8. Enjoy favourites like chocolate crêpes, prosciutto crudo galettes, and even a European all-day breakfast starting at just $75 at the idyllic locations emulating cute Parisian bistros. On Mother’s Day, moms can even expect to receive special Maison du Savon de Marseille French Soaps at all ÔDELICE locations.
When: 7-8 May 2022; 11am-10pm
Where: All ÔDELICE locations in Tsuen Wan West, Tseung Kwan O, Wan Chai, and Tsim Sha Tsui
Price: À la carte dishes starting from $75
Book: Online or call individual branches
La Paloma — Spanish brunch, Sai Ying Pun
La Paloma’s classic weekend brunch offering is an old faithful that the whole family can enjoy all Mother’s Day weekend. The Spanish restaurant known for ‘sexy tapas’ also offers all-you-can-eat add-on of paella and suckling pig for $458 per person. Add $230 to for two hours of free-flow Spanish wines, Cava, sangria, and beer.
When: 7-8 May 2022; 12pm-3pm and 6pm-10pm
Where: 189 Queen’s Rd West, Sai Ying Pun
Price: $458/person; add $230 for free-flow
Book: Online or call 2291 6161
Quiero Más — Mediterranean, Central
Quiero Más has crafted an 8-course Mother’s Day dinner menu (also available the day before Mother’s Day if you want to try to avoid the crowds). Moms can start the meal with a greeting glass of Cava or sangria before tucking into a journey of tasty tapas including tuna tartare and scallop ceviche, mains like suckling pig and paella, and a dessert platter with delights such as basque burnt cheesecake that will leave everyone queriendo más.
When: 7-8 May 2022; 12pm-3pm and 6pm-10pm
Where: 20/F, M88, Wellington Place, 2-8 Wellington St, Central
Price: $498/person
Book: Online or call 2383 0268
Aria — Fine Italian dining, Lan Kwai Fong
Does a sunset family dinner sound like it’s in the cards? Aria, on the 24th floor of California Tower, is offering just that with its five-course Mother’s Day dinner menu. Mom can expect stunning Italian dishes like Cuore al Tartufo with burrata stuffed truffle, Ravioli di Branzino, beef cheek with potatoes and truffles, and the Mimosa – a cream-filled sponge cake with roasted pineapple. On top of all the gifts mom is sure to receive from her fam, Aria will gift moms with an LKF Elite Gift Card worth $200 for future visits (the same gift card can be gifted at all LKF Concepts Western restaurants on Mother’s Day).
When: 8 May 2022
Where: 24/F California Tower, 30-36 D’Aguilar St, LKF
Price: $1,180/person
Book: Online or call 2804 1116
Porterhouse Seafood & Steak — Surf & turf, Lan Kwai Fong
Porterhouse has created a Mother’s Day sharing menu specially for families of four. As usual, the restaurant celebrates the best of land and sea, starting with a welcoming platter of prawn cocktails, bruschetta, burrata, and Iberico ham. Then, ease into the Mediterranean-style mussels with lobster soup. Representing land is the Australian pure Wagyu porterhouse steak with truffle mashed potatoes and Porterhouse’s famous mac-n-cheese. Finally, the family can tuck into a selection of desserts.
When: 8 May 2022
Where: 7/F California Tower, 30-36 D’Aguilar St, LKF
Price: $2,388/four guests
Book: Online, call 2522 6366, or email [email protected]
Relish — Breakfast in bed, delivered to your home
This Mother’s Day offering is for treating your best lady at the beginning of Mother’s Day. Catering company Relish has created a beautiful Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed gift box with delights like a fresh croissant, raisin swirl, and apple turnover, a decadent slice of bacon and egg pie, petit pudding pots, and fruit kebabs. They’ll even prepare a fresh flower bouquet for an additional $500, all delivered to your door on the day. Orders must be made 48 hours in advance to make sure all the goodies get to you in perfect condition and on time.
When: Available now until 8 May 2022
Where: Online delivery
Price: $250/person
Order: Online
Whatever you choose, be sure to book in advance and enjoy a day full of bubbles, treats, ferries, beaches, or cool neighbourhood vibes. Hong Kong is one of the most diverse epicentres of culinary delights in the region and no doubt you will find the best restaurant to spoil your mom.
Header image credits: Palm Court by The Langham
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