Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 11. Whether mom prefers brunch, buffets or a take-out meal, check out these options:
‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī
Where: ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach (Alohilani ballroom), 2490 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu
What: The Queen’s Jubilee ($125 per adult, $65 per child) is a Sunday brunch that includes live entertainment. Feast on dishes like prime rib, porchetta and sparkling mimosas, and enjoy music by four-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award nominee Ben Kama. The event also includes a raffle of prizes.
When: May 11, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Contact: alohilaniresort.com/event/queens-jubliee-mothers-day-2025/
Buffet at Hyatt
Where: Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort and Spa, 2424 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu
What: This Mother’s Day brunch ($105 per person, 50% off per child ages 6 to 12 years, children ages 5 years and under have free admission) includes rosemary and Hawaiian salt-crusted prime rib, grilled rack of lamb with mint-yogurt sauce, Alaskan snow crab legs, ‘ahi poke and sashimi, nigiri sushi, lobster frittata, kalua chicken and smashed avocado eggs Benedict, assorted charcuterie, espresso chocolate chip pancakes, and desserts like Oreo cheesecake with caramel drizzle, mini crème brulee, tiramisu tres leches cupcakes and more.
When: May 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (last seating 2 p.m.)
Contact: 808-923-1234
Choco Le‘a
Where: 2909 Lowrey Ave., Honolulu
What: Choose from specialty items like a ready-to-make chocolate cake ($16.49), Mother’s Day special set ($76.99), Mom’s Favorite Flavors truffle box ($34.99), dark chocolate Oreos ($1.99 each) and seasonal truffle flavors ($2.99). The Mother’s Day special set includes strawberry matcha Crunch a le ‘a, dark chocolate-covered animal crackers, Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon dark chocolate truffle, and nine-piece Mom’s Favorite Flavors truffle box (flavors include lychee, Yubari melon, hoji-tea, caramel salt almond, triple chocolate, fudge, orange creamsicle, Vietnamese coffee and lavender).
When: Mother’s Day preorders are now available
Contact: Visit chocolea.com
Hilton Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa
Where: Hilton Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa, Prince Kūhiō ballroom, 2500 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu
What: This Mother's Day brunch buffet ($89 per individual, $45 for kids ages 12 and under) includes slow-roasted prime rib, suckling pig, a sushi station, crab legs, crab-crusted fresh catch, assorted poke, lobster bisque, kalbi short ribs, selection of fresh desserts, a chocolate fountain and more.
When: May 11, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Contact: Call 808-921-5564
Hokulani Bake Shop
Where: Waterfront Plaza, 500 Ala Moana Blvd. Ste. 4B, Honolulu
What: This Mother’s Day cupcake four-pack ($22) includes red velvet, vanilla buttercream, guava and strawberry shortcake.
When: Preorders available starting April 28 (ends May 14)
Contact: Call 808-536-2253
La Palme D’Or
Where: Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu
What: Mother’s Day desserts at this bakery include strawberry shortcakes (6-inch $58, 7-inch $68, 8-inch $85), raspberry mousse cake ($65), raspberry cheesecake ($60), decorated cake pops and decorated cookies.
When: May 4-11
Contact: Call 808-941-6161 or visit lapalmedorhawaii.com
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Where: Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 2552 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu
What: This Mother's Day dinner buffet ($95 per adult, $47.50 per child) includes a live carving station with slow-roasted prime rib, rosemary marinated Australian lamb chops; a sushi and sashimi station; crab ramen with truffle butter broth and fresh herbs; tempura and handroll station and more.
When: May 11, 4-9:30 p.m.
Contact: Call 808-931-6286
Stage Restaurant
Where: 1250 Kapiʻolani Blvd. second floor, Honolulu
What: Stage Restaurant’s Mother’s Day brunch ($75 per person) includes housemade scones with flavored butters, fresh fruits and mini pancakes with syrup for the table. It also includes your choice of entrée (Hawaiian hash Benedict, New York steak and Waialua eggs, Waialua omelet with roasted mushrooms, misoyaki butterfish, Macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi, or vegetable ratatouille frittata). A keiki menu is also available.
When: May 11, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Contact: 808-237-5429
Stripsteak Waikīkī
Where: International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave. Ste. 330, Honolulu
What: This three-course Mother’s Day brunch ($94 per person) includes a choice of Island ‘ahi poke, ‘Instant’ bacon, wild mushroom ragout, truffle Caesar and smoked burrata; dry-aged loco moco, crème brulee French toast, Big Glory Bay king salmon, Holo Holo burger, and 12-ounce prime New York strip; and dessert of Kona dark chocolate layer cake or basque-style cheesecake.
When: May 11, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (brunch)
Contact: 808-896-2545 or visit stripsteakwaikiki.com
The Pig & The Lady
Where: 83 N King St., Honolulu
What: This Mother's Day brunch ($75 per person, $30 per child) features a three-course meal. It includes a choice of avocado croast (pressed butter croissant and poached egg), mushroom bisque and samosa banh xeo; choice of shrimp and broken rice "grits," coconut poached kanpachi and grilled washugyu flank steak and eggs; and choice of profiterole, cereal milk soft serve, and banana pudding pancakes. Reservations and credit card information are required.
When: May 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact: thepigandthelady.com/mama
UMI by Vikram Garg
Where: Halepuna Waikīkī by Halekulani, 2233 Helumoa Road, Honolulu
What: This five-course dinner ($150 per person) includes spring peas (burrata, mint oil, macadamia nuts and Lehua honey); artichoke (amaebi, parsley oil and Barigoule sauce); white asparagus (monchong and burnt butter sauce bearnaise); morel (choice of lobster fricassee with morel cream and leek pilaf or beef fricassee with morel cream and leek pilaf); and cherry (cherries jubilee with vanilla ice cream). An optional beverage pairing is available (additional $75).
When: May 11
Contact: Call 808-744-4244 or visit umibyvikramgarg.com
Kelli Shiroma Braiotta can be reached at kelli@alohastatedaily.com.
