Best Mother's Day Spots in Ellicott City

ELLICOTT CITY, MD–There’s a lot to celebrate this weekend! After a week of rain, The National Weather Service says Sunday is going to be bright and sunny, your mom’s coming into town and Ted Cruz’s suspended campaign has left us with an extensive blooper reel.

Once you and mom finish watching the GIF of Ted elbow his wife in the face on a loop, it’ll be time to really kick off your Mother’s Day celebration.

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We asked Patch Readers in Ellicott City where they’re planning on taking their moms this weekend. Here’s a list of mother-approved spots near you:

• "Ellicott Mills brewing has something for the whole family. Great wine list and beer for the boys"
• "I took mine to Outback at Long Gate a couple years ago. They set up extra tents outside. They are ready. Otherwise, there are plenty of restaurants down on Main Street. Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant, La Palapa Mexican Grill & Cantina*, Cacao Lane Restaurant*, Ellicott Mills BRewing Company, Portalli's*, The Diamondback Tavern, The Phoenix Emporium, The Rumor Mill Fusion Bar & Restaurant, Little French Market*,Bean Hollow, River House Pizza Co.*, Matcha Time Cafe, Johnny's Bistro (call ahead, might be closed), Judge's Bench, Pure Wine Cafe*. * equals outside dining"
• "...all of the places in Old EC are great Mother's Day spots. Best to make a reservation in advance."

According to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation, Americans are planning on spending an expected $21.4 billion on their moms this year. That’s a lot of brunch reservations!

Where’s your portion of that money going to go? Patch has a few ideas. Bring your tech-challenged mom into the 21st century with a Kindle or update her older-than-you cookware set. Take a look at this list of can’t-miss Mother’s Day gifts, some suggested by Patch Readers themselves.

Is your mom’s favorite brunch spot not on the list? Share it with us in the comments below or on our Ellicott City Patch Facebook page.