More Added: Mother's Day Dining Round-up

Living far from home makes it tough to celebrate Mother's Day with my mom every year.  Show your mom that you love her by spending some quality time with her and making her feel special.  If you're in the DC area, here's some great dining options:

DC:

Mari Vanna (1141 Connecticut Ave., NW. www.marivanna.ru):  Moms rule the roost at Mari Vanna on Sunday, May 12: bring mom to Dupont Circle's newest Russian eatery for a special Mother’s Day Brunch ($25) from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., which includes unlimited free strawberry mimosas and a complimentary surprise dessert for moms. The Tolstoy-meets-teahouse restaurant will also feature an in-house accordionist, a magician and a balloon artist for the young in age and at heart. Moms dining after 5 p.m. will enjoy a complimentary surprise cocktail in lieu of mimosas and a free surprise dessert. Kids under 9 will enjoy unlimited free ice cream all day. Consider it a gift from their Mother (Russia) to yours. 

The Howard Theatre, located at 620 T Street NW is serving up a double dose of it's signature Sunday Gospel Brunch for Mother's Day featuring the World famous, Harlem Gospel Choir. Enjoy a vast buffet of southern inspired cuisine including mac’n’cheese, shrimp and grits, fried chicken, corn bread, collard greens and much more. Morning brunch will begin when doors open at 10am and the choir will perform at 11am. Afternoon brunch doors are at 1pm and the choir performs at 2pm. Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 day of show and are available at the Howard Theatre box office at 620 T Street NW or atticketmaster.com. Valet parking will also be available.

Executive Chef Sebastien Archambault and Chef de Cuisine John Melfi at the award-winning Blue Duck Tavern, located at 24th and M Streets, NW, 20037, are introducing new seasonal, American classics to the restaurant’s Mother’s Day menu. Brunch will be offered from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12th, priced at $95 per person for adults, and $45 for children between six and 12. The three-course, fixed-price menu begins with a choice of starters, including seasonal salads, meats, breads and cheeses, on display throughout the open kitchen. Next, guests will have a choice of an entrée and sides from the featured menu. Highlights include Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef with horseradish sauce and natural jus; Braised Veal Cheeks with fava beans, sugar snap peas and morel mushroom gravy; Duck Confit Hash with fried egg, green peas, chanterelles and romaine heart, as well as Wood Oven Roasted Scallops with garden ratatouille and lemon vinaigrette. Brunch concludes with seasonal desserts, which are on display in the pastry pantry. Standouts include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with passion fruit tapioca; Flourless Chocolate Fondant with bittersweet glaze; Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée, and Lemon Meringue Tarts. Please call (202) 419-6755 or visit www.blueducktavern.com for reservations. 

Celebrate Mother’s Day at the intimate Mediterranean wine bar Tel’Veh Café and Wine Bar, located at 401 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, 20001. An a la carte menu featuring a variety of specials crafted by Executive Chef Dimosthenis “Dimo” Kolouas will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Standouts include Htipiti, Aged and Roasted Feta with Chili Flakes; Cacik, Yogurt, Cucumber and Garlic; Tel’Veh Omelette with Breakfast Sausage, Parmesan and Arugula; Smoked Salmon with Poached Egg over an English Muffin topped with Hollandaise Sauce; Hazelnut Crepe with Nutella and Fresh Berries, as well as Smoked Ham Crepe with Provolone, Bell Peppers and Cream. Prices range from $6 to $12 each dish. Guests can also opt for a $29.95 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity) unlimited prix fixe brunch for the entire table. For reservations, call (202) 758-2929 or visit www.telveh.com.

At The Oval Room located at 800 Connecticut Ave, NW, 20006, Executive Chef Tony Conte will be showcasing spring flavors with a pre fixe three-course Mother’s Day menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. priced at $55 per person or $75 per person with wine pairings (tax and gratuity not included). Guests will delight in flavorful and beautifully executed dishes such asWhite Asparagus Soup with sorrel, pine nuts and brown butter; Maine Peekytoe Crab with rhubarb-harissa, young coconut and tarragon; Rack of Lamb with charred eggplant, spring onion, and juice of bell peppers; Red Beet Ravioli with brown butter, wine syrup and ricotta, as well as Fluke with mushroom-yuzu broth, maitake mushrooms and sesame seasoning. For dessert, tempting options include Soft Chocolate Ganache with spiced short dough and ginger ice cream; Cinnamon Doughnuts with white coffee ice cream; Candied Fennel Lemon Cake with blood orange sorbet, as well as Beet Sponge Cake with chocolate cremeux and buttermilk ice cream. For additional information or to make reservations please call (202) 463-8700 or visit www.ovalroom.com.

Bombay Club, located at 815 Connecticut Ave., NW, 20006, offers a decadent dining experience with a Mother’s Day brunch buffet featuring a special menu and live piano music. From 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the special menu will be available for $35 per person or with unlimited Champagne for $45 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Appetizers and desserts will be served to order, and entrées will be available on the buffet. Appetizer standouts include Crispy Arugula-Spinach Chat with date-tamarind chutney; Bhalla Papdi Chat, lentil dumplings with crispy puri, yogurt and spices, and the Bombay Sev Puri, crisp puri, potatoes, mango, sprouts, onion and chutney. Entrée highlights include Chicken Tikka Lababdar with onion, tomato and fenugreek; Lamb Kalia with onion, yogurt, cashew and saffron, Shrimp Kadai with tomato, garlic and garam masala, Aloo Bhaji with potato, black pepper and tamarind, as well as Mixed Vegetable Roganjosh with onion, tomato, cinnamon and cardamom. For reservations or additional information please call(202) 659-3727 or visit www.bombayclubdc.com.

Ardeo+Bardeo, located at 3311 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 20008, in Cleveland Park will showcase a three-course Mother’s Day brunch crafted by Executive Chef Nate Garyantes. Highlights include Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup with goat cheese mousse and pine nut praline; Spinach and Gnocchi Salad with braised fennel and truffle vinaigrette; French Toast with macerated cherries, maple syrup and crème anglaise; Tomato Braised House Meatballs with smoked mozzarella, parmesan crostini and egg 63, as well as Country Fried Steak with sausage gravy and over easy eggs. Dessert options includeChocolate Pistachio Tart, Pineapple Upside Down Cake and Pecan Pie. Brunch is priced at $39 per person, or $49 for bottomless Champagne or mimosas, and will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, please call (202) 244-6750 or visit http://www.ardeorestaurant.com.

Bibiana Osteria-Enoteca located at 1100 New York Avenue, NW, is preparing a feast of elegant Italian fare for a memorable occasion. Mother’s Day brunch will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Bibiana will serve a three-course, pre-fixe menu with a variety of options for $45 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Executive Chef Nicholas Stefanelli’s Mother’s Day menu invites guests to enjoy a family style antipasti tasting for the table. Standouts include Aranchini, rice fritters stuffed with peas, prosciutto and mozzarella and Frittata with spring garlic and leeks. Next, guests can select their entrée from options such as L’Agnello, slow roasted lamb shoulder with faro, fava beans and Pecorino Zabaglione; Moleche, crispy Chesapeake soft shell crabs with fennel, radish, parsley and lemon garlic, as well as Carnaroli Risotto with morel mushrooms, basil and parmigiano. For a sweet ending, Pastry Chef Jemil Gadea is creating a seasonal tasting of desserts. From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. a regular a la carte menu will be available. For more information please call (202) 216-9550 or visit www.bibianadc.com.

Penn Quarter’s celebrated Indian hot spot, Rasika, located at 633 D Street, NW, is crafting a memorable dining experience for Mother’s Day with a special three-course prix fixe brunch menu prepared by Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. From 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Rasika will be offering their Mother’s Day Brunch for $45 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Menu highlights include Kheema Par Enda, spiced lamb mince with poached eggs and straw potatoes; Cheesy Masala Uttapam, rice lentil pancake with English cheddar and tomato chutney; Palak Chaat, crispy baby spinach with sweet yogurt, tamarind and date chutney; Macchi Pudina, halibut, onions, mint and green chili, as well as Chicken Pepper Fry with onions, tomatoes, fennel and curry leaves. For more information or to make reservations, please visitwww.rasikarestaurant.com or call (202) 637-1222.

Ashok Bajaj’s sister restaurant, Rasika West End, located at 1190 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, 20037, will also offer a pre fixe three-course Mother’s Day menu from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., priced at $45 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Guests can indulge in modern, and authentic Indian fare created by Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. Standout dishes not to be missed include Akuri on Toast with onion, tomato, green chili and scrambled eggs; Avocado Puri with green chili, sweet yogurt and date tamarind chutney; Ragda Pattice, spiced potato pattice with chickpeas; Shrimp Patia with onions, tomatoes, eggplant and squash; Tandoori Swordfish with kaffir lime leaves, chili flakes and lemon pickle, as well as Lamb Mirchi Korma with Kashmiri chiles, caramelized onions and Sichuan peppers. For more information or reservations, please call (202) 466-2500 or visit www.RasikaRestaurant.com.

701 Restaurant, located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, 20004, invites guests to treat Mom to a special brunch complete with live jazz and ample outdoor seating overlooking the Navy Memorial fountains. The Mother’s Day brunch will feature a delicious pre-fixe three-course menu served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., for $50 per person (not including tax or gratuity). Prepared by Executive Chef Tony Conte, standout entrées include Ricotta Ravioli with fava beans, peas and spring onions; Strip Steak with poached egg, polenta and hollandaise; Vanilla French Toast with bananas and hazelnut chocolate whipped cream; Rockfish with garlic broth, pickled peppers and artichoke, as well as Braised Lamb Shoulder with semi-dried carrots, yogurt and herb puree. For the perfect ending, guests can choose from Banana Cream Pie with graham crust and Chantilly cream; Strawberry Shortcake with rhubarb puree; Éclair with sea salt and caramel, as well as Carrot Cake with ginger ice cream and brown butter anglaise. Valet parking is available during brunch and dinner service for $8 per car. For reservations or additional information please call (202) 393-0701 or visit www.701restaurant.com.

nopa Kitchen+Bar, Ashok Bajaj’s new American brasserie located in the heart of Penn Quarter at 800 F Street, NW, 20004, will showcase garden fresh vegetables, select meats and fish prepared with a touch of French influence this Mother’s Day. A delicious pre-fixe three-course menu will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and priced at $45 per person (not including tax or gratuity). Prepared by Executive Chef Greg McCarty, standout dishes include Spring Radish Salad with pineapple, feta and mint; Parisienne Gnocchi with glazed mushrooms, sylvetta and parmesan; Grapefruit Brûlée with ginger and crème fraiche; Roasted Skate with rhubarb, celery root and bacon vinaigrette, as well as a Pork Chop with sweet mustard, spiced peaches and Lacinato kale. For reservations or additional information, please visit www.nopadc.comor call (202) 347-4667.

Zaytinya, located at 701 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001, will offer mezzes reflecting the rich regional diversity of classical and contemporary Greek, Turkish and Lebanese cuisine this Mother’s Day. Guests can choose items off a pre-selected four-course menu priced at $35 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Prepared by Head Chef Michael Costa, highlights include Spring Pea Tzatziki, English peas, pistachio, Greek yogurt, dill and mint; Omeleta me Sparangi, cage free eggs, asparagus, feta, dill, cumin, coriander and caraway seeds; Spit Roasted Lamb Shoulder with cucumber tzatziki, sweet gem lettuce and pickled onions, as well as Turkish delight, walnut ice cream with yogurt mousse and honey geleй, orange-caramel sauce and caramelized pine nuts. Zaytinya will serve regular hours on Sunday, May 12th from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information or to make reservations please call (202) 638-0800 or visit www.zaytinya.com.

At Jaleo, a selection of traditional Spanish tapas will be available at all three Washington area locations this Mother’s Day. Hours for Mother’s Day are as follows: Jaleo DC from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Jaleo Crystal City from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Jaleo Bethesda. For more information or reservations please call (202) 628-7949 or visit www.jaleo.com.

At Oyamel, located at 401 7th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004, guests can enjoy dishes, which reflect the rich culinary heritage combined with current urban fare of Mexico City. Standouts on Oyamel's menu include Tikin Xic, grouper marinated in achiote and pineapple salad; Sikil Pak, quail stuffed with pickled nopales served with a pumpkin seed and tomato sauce; Fidel Seco, vermicelli in a Pasilla de Oaxaca sauce, crиme and wild mushrooms, as well as Taco Langosta, butter poaches lobster with shallots, avocado, and a mango and Chile de Arbol salsa. Prices range from $6 to $13 each. Oyamel will serve regular hours on Sunday, May 12th from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For reservations or additional information please call (202) 628-1005 or visit www.oyamel.com.

Entertainment Cruises, located at Gangplank Marina, 600 Water Street SW, Washington, DC, 20024, has a unique experience for your Mother’s Day celebration. The Odyssey and the Spirit of Washington offer excellent dining and entertainment options all day, making it the ideal place to host a brunch, lunch or dinner in Mom’s honor. All cruises include an elegant long-stem rose and complimentary mimosa for each special lady and creative cuisine, live music and dancing and breathtaking views of DC for the family to share. Reservations are required. For more information please call(866) 302-2469 or visit http://www.entertainmentcruises.com/city/Washington-DC/home

RIS, located at 2275 L Street NW, Washington, DC 20037, is offering full a la carte brunch and dinner menus in celebration of Mother’s Day. Fresh potted plants from the local Farmers’ Market will adorn each table for mom to take home as a special thank you. Mother’s Day brunch at RIS will be served from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Reservations are strongly recommended. For more information please call (202) 730-2500 or visit www.risdc.com.

Roof Terrace Restaurant, located at The Kennedy Center, 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566, is offering a special jazz brunch on Mother’s Day. Show your appreciation to Mom amidst the breathtaking views at the Roof Terrace Restaurant! Brunch includes a raw bar, roasts, made-to-order omelets, salads, pastries, a complimentary mimosa or glass of sparkling wine for Mom and a live jazz performance. Mother’s Day jazz brunch at Roof Terrace Restaurant will be served from 10:00am to 2:00pm and is $39.95 for adults and $20 for children ages 4-11. For reservations or additional information please call (202) 416-8555 or visit www.kennedy-center.org/visitor/restaurants/.

Tortilla Coast, located at 400 First Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 in Capitol Hill, and 1460 P Street NW, Washington, DC 20005 in Logan Circle, will be offering Mother’s Day brunch. Both locations will offer brunch, lunch and dinner options sure to fill mom up with zest. Mother’s Day brunch at Tortilla Coast will be available from 10:00am to 3:00pm. For reservations and additional information please call (202) 546-6768 for the Capitol Hill location, (202) 629-3280 for the Logan Circle location, or visit www.tortillacoast.com.

Maryland:

Angler’s Inn, located at 10801 MacArthur Boulevard, Potomac, MD, 20854, is a charming retreat for celebrating Mom. Executive Chef Nick Palermo is preparing a three-course, prix fixe menu priced at $75 per person (tax and gratuity not included). For the first course, diners can choose from dishes including House-Smoked Salmon with gribiche, micro arugula, and capers, or the Hudson Valley Foie Gras Torchon with poached black berries, candied pecans, and brioche. Entrée options include Caramelized New England Scallops with spring pea coulis, morels, asparagus, fiddlehead ferns, baby spinach, and bacon sherry vinaigrette; Braised Colorado Lamb Shoulder with pee wee potatoes, spring bean fricassee, roasted onions, baby artichokes, kalamata olives, green garlic, braised fennel, and baby zucchini, or Classic Eggs Benedict with American caviar, country potato hash paired with a sparkling mimosa. Dessert options include the Classic Crème Brûlée; Mixed Berries with sorbet, or Milk Chocolate Bomb with caramel ice cream. Mother’s Day brunch at Angler’s Inn will be served from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For reservations or additional information please call (301) 365-2425 or visit www.oldanglersinn.com.

Assaggi Mozzarella Bar, located at 4838 Bethesda Avenue in Bethesda, MD, 20814, is dishing up authentic Italian cuisine in an elegantly rustic restaurant for Mother’s Day. Prices range from $11 to $39. Mother’s Day brunch at Assaggi Mozzarella Bar will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For reservations or additional information please call (301) 951-1988 or visit www.assaggirestaurant.com. 

Virginia:

Executive Chef/Owner Domenico Cornacchia and Owner/Operator Aykan Demiroglu of the French oasis, Bistro Vivant, located at 1394 Chain Bridge Road in McLean, VA, 22101, are offering an a la carte menu with Mother’s Day specials on Sunday, May 12th. Chef Domenico and newly appointed Chef de Cuisine Ed Hardy bring the authentic flavors of traditional French cuisine to downtown McLean, with lunch options such as House Smoked & Cured Salmon Croque Madame with caviar; She-Crab Soup with soft shell crabs, and Early Virginia Peaches with walnut pain perdu. Dinner options includeLobster with vanilla and Grand Marnier hollandaise; Cured Salmon & Fresh Trout Cru with caviar, as well as Five Spice Duck Breast with risotto and early Virginia peaches. Prices range from $14 to $30 each. Lunch is available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and dinner is served from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For reservations or additional information please call (703) 356-1700 or visit www.bistrovivant.com. 

Café Deluxe, located in Cleveland Park, Downtown Bethesda, Gaithersburg, and Tyson’s Corner invites patrons to celebrate the matriarch of your family with a special meal in her honor. On May 12, guests can enjoy an award-winning brunch, served from 10:00am to 3:00pm, or classic American bistro fare on the lunch and dinner menus. For reservations or additional information please call your nearest location or visit www.cafedeluxe.com.

Vinifera Wine Bar and Bistro, located at 11750 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191, is pampering moms on their special day with a celebratory brunch in honor of each family’s leading lady. Guests are invited for a three-course prix-fixe menu, featuring a large selection of gourmet brunch dishes and sweet after-meal delights. Each mom will receive a long-stem red rose as a token of appreciation for all of their tender love and care. If weather permits, Vinifera will open its 70-seat outdoor garden patio for guests to dine al fresco. Mother’s Day brunch at Vinifera is available from 10:00am to 2:00pm and is $49 per adult and $25 per child 12 and under, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are strongly recommended. For more information please call (703) 234-3550 or visit www.viniferabistro.com.

2941 restaurant (2941 Fairview Park Drive Falls Church, VA 22042) is nestled in the heart of Falls Church, VA, just outside Washington D.C. Executive Chef Bertrand Chemel has prepared three special holiday-themed menus including a three-course prix fixe menu priced at $65pp, a three-course prix fixe vegetarian menu priced at $48pp, as well as a three-course prix fixe 2941's special holiday-themed menus will be available for lunch and dinner between 11:00AM-8:00PM on Sunday, May 12th. Savory spring-inspired menu highlights include: Salmon Tartare with Lemon Pepper Gelee, Herb Crackers and Sweet Shishito Peppers; Spring Bouquet with Radish, Asparagus, Avocado, Cherry Tomato, and White Balsamic Vinaigrette; Duck Ravioli with Tomato Compote, Parmesan Cheese, Ramps, and Fiddlehead Ferns; Squash Blossom Tempura with Grilled Baby Zucchini, Marinated Red Onion, Tomato Compote, Ramps and Fiddlehead Ferns; and a Pan Seared Halibut with Sweet Barley Mushroom Risotto, Cherry Tomato, and Yuzu Scallion Vinaigrette, to name a few. To finish with something sweet, Pastry Chef Caitlin Dysart has prepared a selection of gourmet confections including: Meyer Lemon Tart Souffle with Coconut Jam and Cardamom Ice Cream; Strawberry Éclair with Ricotta Mousse, Strawberry Sorbet and Basil; Chocolate Linzer Torte with Almond Shortbread, Chocolate Pot de Crème, and Raspberry Sorbet; and Caramelia Rose with Milk Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Biscuit, and Caramel Crunch! For reservations or additional information please call (703) 270-1500 or visit www.2941.com.

Darna Restaurant (946 N. Jackson St., Arlington, VA. http://darnava.com): Treat mom to a taste of home this Mother's Day at Darna Restaurant: On Sunday, May 12, buy your own entree and the Lebanese-inspired eatery will pick up the tab for hers. Stop by the Arlington restaurant - the name of which means "home" in Arabic - with mom for a plate of Middle Eastern fare, whether she's craving specialties from the house charcoal grill or hard-to-find fare like Mansaf, lamb marinated in a creamy yogurt sauce. 

*This information was provided by a representative of the restaurant.