While dining out is just one of many ways to celebrate Mother's Day, it can get expensive. But restaurant specials that celebrate Mom are so good, you can include them in your plans without overspending.
The food deals include gift card promotions at select restaurants. Other restaurants, such as Capital Grille and Eddie V’s, provide special Mother's Day brunch and dinner menus each year, while Bob Evans and BJ’s Restaurant have offers like a brunch special or a complimentary item for moms dining in. Every Mother's Day, you can also expect freebies and discounts at places such as Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, and more.
Here are the deals to look for next Mother's Day in 2026, based on what we saw during the last event.
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Mother's Day is an annual event when restaurants offer brunch, dinner, and dessert specials, plus free and cheap menu items.
Mother's Day is one of the biggest restaurant dining days of the year, and restaurants compete for your business with brunch deals, dessert specials, and dinner discounts. And if you've gotta postpone, there are discounted gift card deals too.
The next Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Since the first Mother's Day was celebrated on May 10, 1908, Americans have been celebrating moms on the second Sunday in May. This year, Mother’s Day will take place on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Predicted Mother's Day Food Deals for 2026
Arby's: In 2026, we predict Arby's will celebrate moms with a Mother’s Day weekend BOGO deal.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar: Look for a Bad Ass Margarita and a dessert surprise on Mother's Day at Bad Daddy's Burger Bar next year.
Bar Louie: Bar Louie will likely offer a 4-course dinner & drink pairing experience for Mother's Day in 2026.
Baskin-Robbins: Rewards members can look for a discount on a Baskin-Robbins cake purchase.
Beef 'O' Brady's: Next year, we anticipate that Moms will eat FREE at Beef 'O' Brady's with a purchase on Mother's Day.
Biggby Coffee: On Mother's Day 2026, celebrate Mom with a BOGO deal on any drink, any size at Biggby Coffee.
BJ's Restaurant: We anticipate a freebie (like a stemless wine glass) for all the moms who dine-in on Mother's Day at BJ's Restaurant.
Bob Evans: Watch for Bob Evans to have several Mother’s Day meal options in 2026.
Bruegger's Bagels: In 2026, Bruegger's Bagels will likely offer a Mother's Day Brunch Box that'll feed up to eight people.
Buca di Beppo: Next year, look for Buca di Beppo to have their Epic Famiglia Feast (feeds four) to go or for dine-in. Plus a FREE slice of chocolate cake for Mom when you dine-in.
Buffalo's Cafe: Moms can anticipate a free dessert with any entree purchase at Buffalo's Cafe on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Buffalo Wild Wings: We predict moms will have a chance to score a discount at Buffalo Wild Wings next year during Nurses and Teacher Appreciation Week, which will run through Mother's Day in 2026.
Burger King: Next Mother's Day (Sunday, May 10), Burger King will likely offer Royal Perks members a free Whopper with the purchase of a King Jr. Meal.
California Pizza Kitchen: In 2026, look for a heart-shaped pizza (Crispy Thin Crust) and a deal on Red Berry Sangrias (all day) at California Pizza Kitchen. Plus, all moms who dine-in will get a BOGO offer for their next visit.
Capital Grille: Next year, for Mother's Day, we anticipate Capital Grille will have a 2-course pre-fixed meal.
Captain D's: Celebrate Mom next year with a free dessert when you place an online or in-app order at Captain D's and use a promo code at checkout.
Carvel: We predict Carvel will have a Mother's Day special on their heart pops.
Checkers & Rally's: Watch for a combo special on Mother's Day at Checkers & Rally's.
Chicken Salad Chick: Chicken Salad Chick will likely celebrate Mom with BOGO large Quick Chicks on Friday, May 8, 2026 (Chicken Salad Chick locations are closed on Sundays).
Cinnabon: Look for Cinnabon to offer rewards members a discount on CinnaPacks when you order online, in-app, or in-store on Mother's Day next year.
City Barbeque: City Barbeque will likely have a family meal deal and a free dessert for mom on Mother's Day weekend in 2026.
Cracker Barrel: Rewards members can look forward to a Mother's Day discount at Cracker Barrel.
Del Taco: In 2026, rewards members will likely get a discount on an online or in-app order at Del Taco during Mother's Day weekend..
Denny's: Next year, watch for Denny's to have a discount for an online or in-app breakfast order (for pickup or delivery) when you use a promo code at checkout.
Dog Haus: Rewards members will likely have a chance to earn bonus points on any Dog Haus curbside pickup or delivery order on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Dunkin': We predict Dunkin' Rewards members will receive an exclusive food deal and earn bonus points for purchases made during Mother's Day weekend.
Eddie Merlot's: Celebrate Mom next year with a traditional brunch (from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) at Eddie Merlot's.
Eddie V’s: Look for Eddie V’s to have a pre-fixed 2-course meal for Mother's Day 2026.
Einstein Bros. Bagels: Next year, Einstein Bros. Bagels will likely offer their Mother's Day Brunch Box that feeds up to 8.
El Pollo Loco: We anticipate El Pollo Loco will offer rewards members a meal deal for Mother's Day weekend in 2026.
Fazoli's: We predict Fazoli's will offer moms a free Fettuccine Alfredo or spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara when they purchase an entree and use a promo code on Mother's Day next year.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: In 2026, look for a 3-course weekend brunch or 3-course Surf & Turf menu at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar.
Hamburger Stand: Next Mother's Day, moms will likely get a FREE burger, regular fries, and a small soda at Hamburger Stand when you show proof of mom-bership (bring your kids with you, show photos of your adorable kids, or say #momlife) when ordering.
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream: We anticipate a free small dessert pizza with the purchase of any menu-priced large pizza at Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream next year.
Honey Dew Donuts: In 2026, look for 50% off one beverage when you make a purchase on Mother's Day at Honey Dew Donuts.
Hooters: Celebrate Mom next year with 10 free boneless wings when you buy 10 wings (any style) at Hooters on Mother's Day in 2026.
Houston TX Hot Chicken: Next Mother’s Day, Houston TX Hot Chicken will likely celebrate moms with an in-app BOGO OG Sandwiches and Two Tender Meals.
Hurricane Grill & Wings: Look for FREE Bloody Marys with any entree purchase at Hurricane Grill & Wings on Mother's Day, May 10, 2026.
IHOP: Next year, IHOP will likely have a discount for online orders for pickup or delivery when you use a promo code at checkout.
Jimmy John's: Watch for a $0 delivery fee on orders at Jimmy John's for Mother's Day 2026..
Jollibee: Jollibee Rewards members can anticipate a Mother's Day weekend discount next year.
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill: In 2026, Florida-based Lime Fresh Mexican Grill will likely show moms some love with a limited-edition Mamacita Bracelet (on a first-come, first-served basis). When Mom returns, she can exchange the bracelet for a free Mamacita Margarita with purchase.
Long John Silver's: We predict Long John Silver's will offer Seacret Society Rewards members a FREE slice of Reese's Peanut Butter Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory with the purchase of a Family Meal.
Marco's Pizza: In 2026, look for a Mother's Day Pizza Fest deal at Marco's.
McDonald's: Next Mother's Day, we anticipate a BOGO deal on breakfast items (including the Sausage McMuffin, Sausage Biscuit, Sausage Burrito, and Hash Browns) at McDonald's.
Moe' Bettahs: Watch for a BOGO 50% off plates at Mo' Bettahs next Mother's Day weekend.
Native Grill & Wings: In 2026, Native Grill & Wings will likely treat Mom to a FREE order of Native Buffalo Fries or a Native Cookie Sundae with an entree purchase on Mother's Day.
Newk's Eatery: Next year, look for a FREE dessert with the purchase of an entree at Newk's Eatery during Mother's Day weekend.
Panda Express: Celebrate Mother's Day in 2026 with a 5 Person Family Meal deal at Panda Express for when you use a promo code at checkout online or in-app.
PDQ: Next Mother's Day, PDQ will likely offer a BOGO meal deal when you dine-in on May 11.
Perry's Steakhouse: We anticipate Perry's Steakhouse will have several menu options for Mother's Day in 2026.
PJ's Coffee: In 2026, moms will likely receive a free 12-ounce hot coffee or cold brew deal at PJ's Coffee on Mother's Day.
Pokeworks: Next Mother's Day weekend (May 9 - 10), watch for Pokeworks to have a discount for online or in-store orders when you use a promo code at checkout.
Polly Pies: Celebrate Mom in 2026 with a deal on the 3-count mini Pie Bites (Boysenberry, Cinnamon Apple, and Strawberry with icing) at Polly's Pies.
Raising Cane's: We predict Raising Cane's Caniac Club members will get a BOGO free Box Combo for Mother's Day in 2026.
Red Robin: Next year, Red Robin will likely have a deal on their house margarita when you order a Smashed Avocado N' Bacon burger for Mother's Day.
Rita's Italian Ice: Watch for Rita's Italian Ice to offer a small Italian Ice for $1 when you make an in-app purchase of $1 or more on Mother's Day 2026.
Round Table Pizza: We predict a Mother's Day weekend discount at Round Table Pizza in 2026.
Ruby Tuesday: Next Mother's Day, look for a deal on Ruby Relaxers and Mini-Margaritas, plus seafood entrees, Endless Bar, and more at Ruby Tuesday.
Scooter's Coffee: Celebrate Mother's Day in 2026 with BOGO drinks at Scooter's Coffee when you order in-app.
Sonic: We anticipate Sonic will have a treat for Mother's Day next year.
Sullivan's Steakhouse: In 2026, watch for Sullivan's Steakhouse to serve their full menu (including steaks, seafood, and cocktails) on Mother's Day.
Sunny Street Cafe: Sunny Street Cafe will likely offer FREE flowers to all moms who dine-in on Mother's Day 2026.
TCBY: Visit TCBY on Mother's Day in 2026, and Mom will get the first six ounces of her yogurt free.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: We predict rewards members will receive an exclusive BOGO free beverage offer at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf on Mother's Day 2026.
The Greene Turtle: Look for The Greene Turtle to offer moms a FREE dessert with an entree or handheld purchase when they dine-in on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10.
Twin Peaks: In 2026, celebrate Mom with drink specials on wines, champagne, mimosas, and sangria at Twin Peaks on Mother's Day.
White Castle: Next year, watch for a Mother's Day White Castle coupon to save in-store on Sunday, May 10..
Wienerschnitzel: Wienerschnitzel will likely offer moms a free meal (a chili dog, small fries, and a small soda) on Mother's Day, when you show proof of mom-bership (bring your kids with you, show photos of your adorable kids, or say #momlife) when ordering.
World of Beer Bar & Kitchen: We predict kids (12 and under) will eat free if you dine in at World of Beer Bar & Kitchen next Mother's Day.
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