Whether she's afternoon tea-obsessed, looking to be spoilt with a luxury meal, or just after something cool and casual with her kids, if there's anything we know about mums, it's that they deserve to be celebrated. We're here to help take the load off with a whole heap of suggestions that will make you son or daughter of the year this Mother's Day in Edinburgh, from great restaurants to pretty bars.
From Mother's Day afternoon tea in Edinburgh to Sunday roasts and boozy brunches, Black Ivy has all bases covered across their stylish Bruntsfield location complete with cascading wisteria and vintage chandeliers. Help mum feel extra special with Highland steak burgers, a G&T high tea or three cocktails served alongside a full Scottish breakfast.
For a classy Mother's Day out, head over to Angels Share. This sophisticated boutique hotel is the perfect spot for a wee dram or fancy cocktail. They've got an exceptional selection of wines, champagnes and spirits, and serve up some seriously delicious contemporary Scottish dishes like pressed lamb shoulder or seared rainbow trout too.
Looking for the ultimate brunch spot to treat your mum? Loudons Fountainbridge is an independent family-run restaurant serving delicious breakfast and brunch plates since 2011. Their menu changes with the season and boasts the freshest dishes, from traditional breakfast faves like French toast to power bowls and burgers.
Mums deserve the best, and there's no better place than Browns Brasserie and Bar on George Street to get your foodie fix. They're also welcoming mothers with a complimentary glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne, and there'll be a live pianist all afternoon.
This vibrant joint is the perfect combination of retro glam, boasting a fantastic Mother's Day menu in Edinburgh - think hearty Sunday roasts, classic breakfast favourites such as buttermilk pancakes, and a beautiful bar serving hand-crafted cocktails.
Treat your mum to a fancy feast at Rabble, an airy tiffany blue coloured robata grill restaurant and bar filled with plants and trendy decor. Stocking the best in Scottish produce and a great selection of drinks, including the Floradora cocktail and Golden Coast gin, it's the perfect place for a cheerful day out.
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Eat, drink and get merry with mum this Mother's Day at Edinburgh's Hard Rock Cafe. The Bubbles & Brunch package has all the makings of a celebration to remember.
We're talking a dish from the brunch menu plus four glasses of prosecco, mimosa, or spritz for each of you. All this is yours for just £24.95 each.
Treat your mum like the star she is by taking her to The Botanist. This floral paradise in St James Quarter is a full-on adventure for your taste buds, offering goodies like piri piri chicken kebab,pan-fried sea bass and s'mores cookie dough in a beautiful, leafy setting. There's also a free glass of pink fizz for all mother figures who dine here on the 30th.
With venues in the Exchange and on George Street, All Bar One is a great shout for Mother's Day plans. These affordable cocktail bars have got a great selection of food and drink, with a relaxed but stylish atmosphere.
They've got a special deal for the occasion too: a brunch sharing board and two glasses of Moët & Chandon Champagne for just £46.
Authentic Thai cooking with a twist is the name of the game at Chaophraya. Look over views from the terrace or through the glass windows of this stylish outpost as you chow down on stir fries, flavourful curries or epic sharing platters, washed down with a cocktail or two.
The Devil's Advocate in Old Town is perfect for snuggling up with a dram and some seriously tasty Scottish grub. With over 300 whiskies and award-winning cocktails, this boozy paradise will show you and your mum a devilishly good time.
Slug and Lettuce is the go-to for 2 for 1 cocktails all day, every day, making it a great option for celebrating mum without overspending. They're also cooking up hearty burgers and small plates, as well as boozy brunches and even afternoon tea - all served in pretty pink surrounds.
This Mother's Day, the George Street destination is also offering a free glass of Chambord Royale for every mother figure in your life.
Spoil your mum with a luxury meat feast at Gaucho's lavish cowhide covered branch in Edinburgh. Serving up some seriously delicious steak cuts and wine like the cuadril and churrasco de lomo, their menu includes free-to-roam Argentine beef, a selection of ceviches, and more than 200 Argentine wines and delish cocktails.
For the ultimate pick of Mother's Day restaurants in Edinburgh treat, head to Dishoom and experience an authentic desi-style restaurant filled with retro signs, wooden furnishings, and plenty of natural light to bask in. With delicious breakfast options like the bacon naan roll, scrumptious chicken tikka meals, and a cool cocktail lair called The Permit Room, there's no better place to celebrate your mum.
