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She might call at the most inopportune times, or nag you about eating healthier, but after all of the eye rolling, you know mom has your best interest at heart. No matter how old we get, she’s still there in your corner. So, to say thank you for looking the other way when you used to sneak out of the house as a teenager, make a plan to put mom first this Mother’s Day.
Peruse our list of local events and then take credit for thinking of this stuff yourself; that’s what we’re here for. Of course, there are a few food options, after all mom still feeds you every time you stop by to say hello, right? And then there are a few other items that could be a first or an added tradition for good measure. Whatever you choose, you know mom’s worth it.
The List
Take mom to get a pedicure, massage, and a facial at Perfect Touch Day Spa. Nothing says I love you like a day of relaxation. 2525 Weisenberger Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107| 817-870-3610.
Don’t have enough time for the whole day? No problem. Check out Face Foundrié. They’ll be hosting a special event on May 11 for local moms. Attendees will receive a free floral bouquet plus more. Double down and get the Royal Treatment while having an adult beverage. 4601 West Freeway suite 220, Fort Worth, TX 76107 at the Chapel Hill Shopping Center | 817-769-1504.
B&B Butcher in Clearfork: This steakhouse in Clearfork will have live music and a delicious brunch menu for all the mother-figures to enjoy. A balloon artist will be there to entertain the kids and each mother will receive a complimentary mimosa or Bellini. 5212 Marathon Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76109 | 817-737-5212.
Take mom to see one of her favorite movies at the Rooftop Cinema Club, which is showing classics all weekend long including “Grease” on Friday, May 10, “Forrest Gump” and “50 First Dates” on Saturday, May 11, and “Mamma Mia” on Sunday, May 12. 235 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
Make a toast to mom at the Cru Food & Wine Bar. This Fort Worth locale is offering a three-course prix-fixe menu, featuring roasted beef tenderloin and eggs, crab cake benedict, and lobster and saffron risotto with a poached egg. Price range $48. 10 a.m.- 3.pm. 5188 Marathon Avenue, Fort Worth TX 76109| 817-737-9463.
Is mom a seafood lover? If you said yes, then Eddie V’s has you covered. This fine dining seafood spot will have a prix-fixe menu with lobster quiche Florentine, steak and frittata, roasted avocado and jumbo lump crab, apple cinnamon scones, and mimosas and bloody Mary’s. Price range $55. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 3100 W. Seventh Street Fort Worth, TX 76107 | 817-336-8000.
Take mom out for brunch at Grace (Modern American Classics). This swanky spot will be serving brunch with special items including crab Benedict, beef tenderloin Benedict, and pain perdu. 10:30 am-2 pm, 4-8 pm. 777 Main Street #2700, Fort Worth, TX 76102| 817-877-3388.
Sunday is supposed to be a shockingly beautiful day with highs in the mid-70’s. In that case, take mom out to the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens. Enjoy the 20-life size Seward Johnson sculptures in the garden and take selfies to your heart’s content, making a memory and spending time with mom at the same time. Win, win.
Also, with perfect patio weather on the horizon, we strongly encourage you take advantage of the restaurants aligning the Trinity River. Take her to HG Supply Co., Ascension Coffee Co. or head across the street to Woodshed for a more casual vibe. All of these restaurants have pet-friendly patios so you can bring your fur baby with you too.
