Mother’s Day Downtown: Where to Treat Mom in Lower Manhattan

Moms deserve our love and appreciation every day, but Mother’s Day is the Hallmark-mandated moment to pull out all the stops, and we don’t just mean returning their calls on time. This year, celebrate Mom in the best way possible — with an elegant Sunday brunch in Lower Manhattan. And considering all the delectable options downtown, a tasty meal out here is a gift for her and you. 

Here’s a handful of top-notch places to choose from.  

Nobu Downtown 

Nobu is synonymous with upscale Japanese food, and it lives up to the rep at its downtown outpost located in the lobby of the Telephone and Telegraph Building. Come for the creative, contemporary twists on classic sushi dishes, stay to take in the impressive architectural detail of one of Lower Manhattan’s landmarked skyscrapers. Brunch hours are 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Make reservations here. (195 Broadway)

Harry’s  

Harry’s has a three-course brunch and dinner ready to go with favorites like lobster salad, roasted halibut and strawberry shortcake for dessert. (1 Hanover Sq.) 

Crown Shy

The Michelin-starred Crown Shy, helmed by Chef James Kent, is bringing back brunch service for Mother’s Day exclusively: from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a four-course, prix-fixe menu that includes their most popular dishes (like French toast brûlée, for those wondering). Book reservations here. (70 Pine St.)

Blue Smoke

Barbecue joint Blue Smoke is steeped in the culinary traditions of the American South. Chef Bret Lunsford has so many mouth-watering dishes for Mom to choose from. Book reservations here. (255 Vesey St. at Brookfield Place)

Manhatta

Take Mom for the sky-high views 60 stories above ground; stay for rounds of delicious cocktails. Manhatta was recently named among the 50 best bars in the world. Book your table here. (28 Liberty St.)

photo: Manhatta/Giada Paoloni