From riverside lunches to long, laid-back feasts, Brisbane is full of places that make it easy to celebrate her the right way… no cooking, no cleanup, just time well spent (and maybe a glass or two in hand).
We’ve pulled together some of the best spots in the city to take Mum this Mother’s Day.
Carina Leagues Club
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If you’re going all out for Mum this year, Carina Leagues Club makes it feel like a full day worth showing up for. It starts with a breakfast buffet that actually delivers, think hot favourites, fresh pastries, seasonal fruit, barista-made coffee, and made-to-order omelettes just the way she likes them, setting the tone for an easy, feel-good start to the day.
Not a morning person? No problem. All-day dining runs right through the weekend, so you can roll in for a long lunch or settle into a relaxed dinner and still make it feel like a proper occasion. And with Playland keeping the kids entertained for up to three hours, it means Mum actually gets a proper break to sit back, enjoy her meal, and stay in the moment. A Mother’s Day cocktail special also runs all weekend, so there’s always a reason to raise a glass.
It’s a relaxed, well set up way to celebrate Mum without any stress creeping in, just good food, easy timing, and a day that actually feels enjoyable from start to finish.
Bacchus
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If you’re looking to go a little more luxe this Mother’s Day, Bacchus is stretching the celebration across two days with a high tea that will feel like a proper treat from the moment you arrive. The space already sets the tone, with soft lighting, plush interiors, and that quiet sense that you’re somewhere a bit special. You’ll be welcomed with a Bombay Sapphire Gin Spritz on arrival or a non-alcoholic option, and from there it naturally flows into an unhurried afternoon made for sitting back, chatting, and enjoying the moment.
Across both Saturday and Sunday sittings, the high tea will bring together delicate savoury bites, warm scones with jam and cream, and desserts that add just the right amount of theatre to the table, all paired with Harney & Sons fine teas and barista coffee. There’s live entertainment on Sunday that will gently lift the atmosphere without changing the mood, keeping everything relaxed but still refined. If you want to take it up a notch, there’s an optional upgrade to include continuous Mumm Marlborough Brut. It’s polished, generous, and thoughtfully done, the kind of experience where everything is taken care of, and Mum gets a celebration that feels genuinely considered.
Riverbar and Kitchen
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If Mother’s Day had an easy win, it’s Riverbar & Kitchen. Right on the Brisbane River, it’s made for long lunches that don’t feel rushed, where Mum can actually sit back, order a few things for the table, and let the afternoon take over. It’s all about shared plates, flowing drinks, and that relaxed riverside energy that makes time disappear in the best way. At $80pp for a three-course shared lunch, it keeps things simple for the table, so the focus stays on good food and even better company. No fuss, no overthinking, just a spot where you show up, settle in, and somehow end up staying way longer than planned.
Patina At Custom’s House
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Patina at Customs House is where the day feels a little more dressed up. Set inside Customs House, it leans into that heritage charm with river views and a dining room that instantly feels like an occasion. This is less casual catch-up, more ‘we booked something special’, with a choice between a generous family-style lunch or dinner at $140pp or a more delicate High Tea at $92pp if you’re leaning afternoon. It’s polished without being stiff, the kind of place where you settle in, take it all in, and let the setting do its thing. Everything’s taken care of, so you can focus on good food, good company, and making the day feel properly marked.
IPPIN Japanese Dining
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Tucked into West Village, IPPIN Japanese Dining is one of those spots that feels a bit like a hidden find for a more low-key Mother’s Day. It’s Japanese dining with a calm, refined energy… not loud, not showy, just really well done. You can keep it flexible with à la carte, or go for the $108pp set menu if you want everything taken care of without having to think too much about it. There’s even a small surprise gift on the day, which will add a nice little extra touch on the day. It’s more about good food, easy company, and a setting that feels quietly special in its own way.
FIFTY SIX
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If you’re switching things up this year, Fifty Six brings a fresh take with its Mum Cha experience, a modern spin on Cantonese dining that feels elevated without losing the fun. It’s the kind of place where the table fills with dumplings, small plates, and flavour-packed dishes that keep arriving just as you’re finishing the last bite, so there’s always something to reach for. The whole experience leans into that lively, shared style of dining, making it a great pick if you’re after something with a bit more energy than your usual long lunch. Expect bold flavours, polished presentation, and enough variety to keep everyone happy from start to finish.
From big buffet spreads and easy all-day dining to luxe high teas and riverside long lunches, Mother’s Day in Brisbane has plenty of ways to do it right for Mum. Whether you’re going big, keeping it a little more elevated, or just planning a long shared meal, there’s something to match every kind of celebration. Across the city, it’s really just about picking the vibe and showing up. Good food, good company, and time that doesn’t feel rushed… that’s what she’ll actually remember.