Cork’s best city brunch and lunch spots for Mother’s Day 2025
Mother’s Day 2025 is fast approaching.
And what better way to show your appreciation on Sunday, March 30th than with a delicious brunch somewhere fancy?
From cosy cafes to elegant restaurants, Cork boasts a brunch scene that’s sure to impress. Here’s our round-up of the best spots to spoil your mum on her special day:
For the Classic Brunch Lover:
The River Club, The River Lee Hotel: If you’re looking for a sophisticated and elegant brunch experience, The River Club is a fantastic choice.Running from 1.30pm to 4.30pm on Sunday, March 30th, in the sparkling setting of The Mirror Room with its panoramic windows facing out onto the river, the three-course Mother’s Day brunch begins with a complimentary welcome cocktail upon arrival, with live music setting the tone for a lovely, leisurely afternoon.
For the little ones, there will also be a three-course children’s menu available with beef burgers, chicken tenders and of course a sweet treat at the end.Tickets cost €60 per person and include the three-course brunch and a complimentary welcome cocktail – book your table now here.
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For the Trendy Brunch Enthusiast:
Good Day Deli: If your mum loves a vibrant and health-conscious brunch, Good Day Deli is a must-visit. Situated in the Nano Nagle Place, this cafe offers a creative menu with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Expect colourful dishes, delicious coffee, and a relaxed, eco-friendly vibe.
Go early for the Kimchi Fried Eggs or try the new Kai Moana Fish Tacos with lightly battered Ballycotton hake on corn tacos with smoky chipotle and lime aioli, raw cabbage, red onion and jalapeño slaw. The latter deserves a glass of natural wine and you’ll find some sensational bottles on their wine list.
You can choose the Garden Room for tables inside, or the Garden Patio for tables outside if the weather’s good. Get on it and book a table now here.
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For Mums Who Like to Party
Dwyers: If you plan to make a day of it, kick off the celebrations in Dwyer’s on Washington Street, where their renowned Bottomless Brunch (two sittings every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday), includes unlimited Prosecco or Mimosas with your dish of choice.
They also serve Crunch, available seven days a week, where you can enjoy two cocktails of your choice with any brunch dish.
The Piggy Benny is a pulled pork twist on the classic eggs dish and they do a €28 Pancake and Waffle Sharing Board that might be all your brunching dreams comes true.
Book ahead to avoid disappointment over here.
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For a Cosy Lunch Treat:
Tara’s Tea Rooms: Tara’s Tea Rooms on Mac Curtain Street offers a delightful lunch experience in a cosy city setting. Enjoy delicious sandwiches, scones, and cakes. It’s a perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon with your mum.
Expect delicious fresh soups, whopper sambos and unreal quiche, alongside fresh muffins and cheesecake, all washed down with lashings of Barry’s Tea,
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For Lunch Followed by Shopping
Market Lane: Over on Oliver Plunkett Street, Market Lane’s commitment to local and seasonal produce shines through in their brunch and lunch menus. Expect creative and flavourful dishes that showcase the best of Cork’s culinary scene.
Try the crispy torn chicken salad in a yakiniku glaze with sugar snaps, scallions, coriander, sesame and rice noodles and the Seafood Pie of smoked haddock, prawns, hake, carrots and leeks in cream and white wine topped with potato and mature cheddar mash with tenderstem broccoli. Supreme.
The atmosphere is bustling and vibrant, making it a great spot for a lively Mother’s Day celebration. Oh – and they make a mean cocktail too.
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