Your 2022 Queens Mother’s Day Guide.

From bouquets to cruises to boozy mimosa-filled brunches, here are some of the best ways to celebrate your Mom in the borough of Queens.

By Tania Padgett

Omelets, Waffles and Shrimp, Oh My!

Antun’s of Queens Village celebrates mothers with tasty fare and plenty of Champagne.

Sunday. May 8 at 11 am - 6 pm. For years, Antun’s has been the go-to spot when it comes to celebrations. And Mother’s Day is no different. Mothers, expect a scrumptious buffet brunch filled with gourmet omelets, Belgium waffles, shrimp cocktails and a make-your-own sundae bar. Toast with Champagne, mimosas, bloody marys, Hennessy sangria and specialty mock-tails. 96-43 Springfield Boulevard, Queens Village. 718-468-6400. Adults | $80. Children | $45. Tickets are going fast. Order yours here.

Catch vibes

Moms, celebrate your day in Forest Park vibing to East African retro-pop and Mexican folk music.

Sunday, May 8 at 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. For Moms who want to nod to an international beat, Midori & Friends has a Mother’s Day celebration for the whole family. Alsarah, a Sudanese-born singer known for East African retro pop, and the Villalobos Brothers, a contemporary Mexican ensemble, who do Mexican folk music, are giving a mini concert at the George Seuffert Bandshell in Forest Park. Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive. FREE. Register here.

Forget bouquets. Try a flower-filled immersive experience.

At the Queens Botaniclal Garden, Mother’s Day dreams take flight.

Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8, at 8 am - 6 pm. Looking for something else to do for Mother’s Day other than brunch? What about a Flower Patch Walk at the Queens Botanical Garden. Meet costumed nature creatures, pick your own pot of flowers, do floral-themed crafts, and sip on spring-themed beers and ciders. 43-50 Main Street, Flushing. 718-886-3800. $16 per adult (flower pot included), $14 per child (ages 4-12), students (with ID) & seniors (62+) (flower pot included). Get your tickets here.

Make it a Cajun Creole Mother’s Day

Mothers can spice it up at Bourbon Street in Bayside with a bottomless brunch.

Sunday, May 8. 12 pm - 4 am. Spice up this Mother’s Day with a taste of New Orleans. Bourbon Street, known for its Cajun and Creole cuisine, offers a bottomless brunch where you get unlimited bloody marys, peach bellinis, mimosas or screwdrivers for 90 minutes with purchase of entree. Brunch items include Oreo pancakes with bacon and sausage, pulled pork bennys with spicy Hollandaise sauce or breakfast quesadillas with scrambled eggs, sausage and guac. Throw in a fruit cup, a coffee cake and a fancy rooftop and you’ve got one heck of a Mother Day‘s celebration, averaging about $25 per meal. No wonder the New York Post voted Bourbon Street the Best Sunday Brunch on a Budget. 40-12 Bell Blvd, Bayside, 718-224-2200. To order online or make reservations, go here.

Mother’s Day in a Tropical Fish Bowl

Doha Bar & Lounge in Astoria is offering a $59.99 pre-fixe dinner for Moms.

Sunday, May 8 at 5 pm - 12 am. Doha Bar & Lounge’s pre-fixe Mother’s Day dinner comes with a glass of wine, feta vinaigrette over fresh greens and a choice of skirt steak with roasted pepper chimichurri, lemon thyme marinated chicken breast, and maple glaze baked salmon for the mains. Dessert is either red velvet cake or cheese cake. Not bad for $60. Handcrafted cocktails are not part of the special, but if Mom is feeling adventurous, the Fishbowl (pictured above), is a good place to get the Mother’s Day party started. 3834 31st Street, Long Island City. 347-848-1540. For info and reservations, go here.

Where Mothers are a Laughing Matter

A great way to spend Mother’s Day is laughing until your sides hurt. These ladies are up to the task.

Sunday, May 8 at 3 pm - 4:30 pm. Comedians Raquel D’Apice, Srilatha Rajamani, Sydney Beveridge and Lynn Bixenspan bring the funny about Mommyhood, because laughing about Mom life is so much better than crying about it. Q.E.D., 27-16 23rd Avenue, Astoria. 347-451-3873. $10 in advance. $15 at the door the day of. Get your tickets here.

Chicken, Waffles and Fruity Pebbles

Fruity pebbles pancakes at Mom’s Kitchen and Bar is a not-to-be-missed dish for Mother’s Day brunch.

Sunday, May 8 at 9 am - 10 pm. Mom’s Kitchen and Bar in Astoria is a standout when it comes to Mother’s Day brunches and not because mom is in the restaurant name. Although that doesn’t hurt. Its modern comfort food, Bigmouth shakes, and all-day brunches are favorites that keep bringing the crowds back for more. The Fruity Pebbles Pancakes, Heavy Metal Fries and Like Totally Chicken Vegan Sandwich are like totally amazing. 33-01 31st Ave. (at 33rd Street) Astoria. 718-267-0142. Find out more here.

The Queensboro Has a Brunch Fit for a Queen

The Queensboro in Jackson Heights puts the luxe in Mother’s Day.

Sunday, May 8 at 10:30 am. For a deluxe Mother’s Day meal, look no further than The Queensboro in Jackson Heights. Its lustrous $40 prixe fixe Mother’s Day menu offers such dishes as eggs Benedict, eggs Norwegian, sweet potato chorizo hash, waffles and more. The cocktails, which include gin and tonics, manhttans and tequila-infused Frida Kahlos, are divine. Children may order a la carte. 80-02 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights. 929-296-0038. Make your reservations here.

Upscale. Gourmet. Gorgeous!

The Rockaway Hotel + Spa serves up great brunches, water views and relaxing vibes.

Sunday, May 8 at 2 pm The first upscale, lifestyle hotel in the Rockaways in over 100 years, the Rockaway Hotel + Spa brings an A-game to all kinds of affairs. It’s 2022 Mother's Day Brunch menu is no exception with an appetizer bar filled with sushi rolls, arancini, lobster raviolis and more, and brunch selections that include gluten-free French toast, free-range scrambled eggs and home fries. Mains are stuffed sole, prime rib and mushroom ragu, while truffles, macaroons and tarts are desserts. And that’s just a peak at the menu. 108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive, Rockaway. 718-474-1216. Adult | $60. Child (12 & Under) | $25. Turn it into a Mother’s Day weekend for a time she won’t forget. Reserve here.

Top-of-the-line Brunch and Dinner

Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach is offering Mother’s Day brunch and dinner in luxurious surroundings.

Sunday, May 8 at 11:30 am - 4 pm & 12:30 pm - 5 pm. Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach specializes in lavish affairs, particularly weddings; so it’s Mother’s Day brunch and dinner will no doubt be aces. Expect a cocktail hour, pasta dishes, entrees, desserts and an open bar served in grand rooms with chandeliers and polished floors. A live DJ and entertainment for children are also part of the package. Adults | $80. Children | $40. 162-45 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach. 718-843-5055. Get your tickets here.

For a Great Mother’s Day, Try Dipping

For those who want to bond with Mom, Haidilao’s hot pot experience is a must-do.

Sunday, May 8. The hot pot experience is great for a Mother’s Day brunch and dinner because it is so communal. You order a bunch of broths, dipping ingredients (veggies, meats) and sauces and then get to cooking, dipping, eating and bonding. For all those great feels, try Haidilao in Flushing, which Eater critic called one of New York City’s most fun restaurants. 138-23 39th Ave., Flushing. 917-231-8888. For reservations, go here.

Mothers! Get in Your Comfort Food Zone.

Sanfords brunch offers Nutella waffles, steak and some of the best whiskey around. Resistance is futile.

Sunday, May 8. Sanfords has long been a favorite Mother’s Day spot, thanks to its creative comfort foods, large whisky bar (the largest in Queens) and excellent service. Best dishes include the Nutella S’mores waffles or pancakes, eggs benedicts and corned beef hash served in a cast iron skillet. The Astoria eatery does not have a special Mother’s Day menu but is planning a signature cocktail just for Moms. Make reservations or arrive early to beat the crowds. Otherwise, expect to wait, but know that good things come to those who do. 30-13 Broadway, Astoria. 718-932-9569. Make your reservations here.

Mother’s Day Wine and Dine

Raise your glass to Mom at Claret Wine Bar in Sunnyside, which offers wines from around the globe.

Sunday, May 8. 2 pm - 11pm. Claret Wine Bar does not offer a Mother’s Day special but its fabulous menu can make moms feel that way. Its black truffle and aged mac and cheese, smoked salmon tartine and thin crust pizzas are heavenly as are their selections of wines, cocktails and beers. Add a warm and convivial atmosphere and you’ve Mother’s Day magic. 46-02 Skillman Ave. (corner of Skillman and 46th Street) Sunnyside. 718-433-9207. Make your reservations here.

Mother’s Day Cruise

Sunday, May 8 at 11 am - 5 pm. Skyline Cruises’ has a Mother’s Day dinner package, which includes a 4-hour cruise of the NYC harbor, a 3-course meal, views of the Manhattan skyline, musical entertainment and more. Great for sailing fun and Mother’s Day memories. Boarding at 4:30 pm, sailing starts at 5 pm. 1 World’s Fair Marina, Flushing. 718-446-1100. Starts at $109 and up. Book your tickets here.

A Mother’s Day Full of Soul Food

Thomasina’s Mother’s Day brunch comes with live entertainment.

Sunday, May 8 at 1 pm - 5 pm. Barbecued chicken, fried fish, mac and cheese and more make an appearance on Thomasina’s Mother’ Day menu. Mothers, plan to wash it all down with Champagne, mimosas or robust reds. Debbie Knapper & the Knapper Time Band bring the live music. 20535 Linden Blvd, St. Albans. 718-525-5273. Adults | $35. Children and younger | $20. Reservations required. Get more information here.

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