Ever hear the expression, \u201ccall your mother?\u201d Well, this Sunday, May 10, Key Biscayne husbands, sons, daughters and loved ones should do more than just call \u2014 how about a food outing or a catered celebration?<\/p>\n
Mother\u2019s Day is traditionally a \u201cday off\u201d for moms, and nothing says \u201cI love and appreciate you,\u201d quite like a great meal, whether at home or out. Living on Key Biscayne, with its active culinary scene, makes that choice an easy one.<\/p>\n
What follows are a few options to help make Mom\u2019s Sunday as special as she is.<\/p>\n
LUMA<\/p>\n
Nothing but the best for Mom at LUMA, the new upscale Italian restaurant inside The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami. Its special Mother\u2019s Day brunch promises to wow both Mom and the entire family.<\/p>\n
The menu features a raw bar, made-to-order sushi, a Cacio e Pepe pasta wheel, carving stations, brunch classics and an omelette station, all leading up to a decadent, mom-worthy dessert display.<\/p>\n
In addition to champagne and mimosas, guests can try LUMA\u2019s signature cocktail, a version of the Sgroppino blending Ketel One vodka with blood orange sorbetto and sparkling ros\u00e9 \u2014 a perfect start to the celebration.<\/p>\n
LUMA\u2019s Mother\u2019s Day brunch will be served from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., on Sunday, May 10. The cost is $195++ per guest. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne is located at 455 Grand Bay Drive. For information or reservations, call (305) 365-4156.<\/p>\n
Costa Med Bistro<\/p>\n
For those Key Biscayne residents looking to move beyond the usual brunch crowds, Costa Med offers a quieter, more elegant way to celebrate, where dinner becomes the occasion and mom can be treated to a true Mother\u2019s Day evening escape.<\/p>\n
Known for its intimate, newly refreshed dining room and attentive service, the restaurant delivers standout dishes like the Chilean sea bass, once offered as a special and now a permanent fixture due to popular demand. The signature dish is served with a creamy risotto in a beet sauce, striking both in flavor and presentation.<\/p>\n
The menu goes well beyond, with grilled octopus, lobster ravioli and branzino rounding out a Mediterranean lineup designed for sharing and savoring. Housemade desserts add another layer to the experience, helping close the evening with a sweet finish.<\/p>\n
Costa Med has also introduced a full liquor bar, enhancing a wine program known for its thoughtfully curated and distinctive selections. On Sunday, moms will be welcomed with a glass of bubbly, setting the tone for a relaxed, elegant night out.<\/p>\n
Costa Med Bistro is in the Square Shopping Center at 260 Crandon Blvd. on Key Biscayne. For reservations, call Antonio or Harold at (305) 361-7575.<\/p>\n
Isabelle\u2019s Coconut Grove<\/p>\n
For those planning to leave the Island, but not travel far, Isabelle\u2019s Coconut Grove, located inside The Coconut Grove Ritz-Carlton, is offering a special Garden Brunch Mother\u2019s Day buffet that is sure to delight even the most discerning mom.<\/p>\n
Isabelle\u2019s elevated garden setting is matched by a multi-station buffet that blends brunch classics with refined, chef-driven dishes. Guests can enjoy a vibrant spread of tropical fruits, fresh pastries and bakery items, alongside lighter starters like chia pudding and a selection of gourmet tartines. A full breakfast station features made-to-order omelets, eggs Benedict, French toast and pancakes, complemented by classic sides like bacon, sausage and potato hash.<\/p>\n
Beyond breakfast, the offerings expand to include fresh and composed salads, followed by an impressive lineup of seafood and specialty stations. Highlights include a raw bar with crab claws, shrimp and oysters, a sushi station with maki and sashimi, house-smoked salmon and a curated cheese and charcuterie display.<\/p>\n
Heartier selections feature carving and entr\u00e9e stations with prime rib, heritage chicken and Florida snapper, plus a live chef station preparing seasonal gnocchi. The meal concludes with an abundant dessert display of tropical treats and chocolate confections, all complemented by bottomless mimosas for a festive Mother\u2019s Day celebration.<\/p>\n
The brunch is priced at $185 for adults and $85 for children.<\/p>\n
Isabelle\u2019s Coconut Grove, inside The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami, is located at 3300 Southwest 27th Avenue, Miami. Call (305) 644-4680 for information or to make a reservation.<\/p>\n
Narbona Key Biscayne<\/p>\n
Narbona Key Biscayne brings a slice of Uruguayan countryside to Key Biscayne, blending a working farm focus with a polished market, bakery and restaurant experience. Locally known for offering high-quality meats, house-made pastries and rustic charm, Narbona has become a go-to for leisurely brunches and family-style dining.<\/p>\n
This makes it a natural fit for a relaxed yet elevated Mother\u2019s Day celebration.<\/p>\n
For the occasion, Narbona offers a thoughtfully curated menu that blends both comfort and indulgence. The morning brunch experience for two features a generous spread of bakery favorites, from croissants, dulce de leche medialunas and alfajores, paired with classic breakfast staples like scrambled eggs, avocado and crispy bacon, plus a tasting of their signature jams and dulce de leche.<\/p>\n
For those planning on a later afternoon meal, the menu expands to hearty specials like skirt steak with eggs and provolone and handmade pastas filled with seasonal ingredients, which showcase the kitchen\u2019s rustic roots. The afternoon BBQ experience highlights Narbona\u2019s open-fire grilling expertise with a selection of meats designed for sharing. The experience is completed with classic desserts like key lime pie and lava cake.<\/p>\n
Narbona Key Biscayne Mother\u2019s Day morning experience on Sunday, is served from 9 a.m. to noon, serves two for $39. The Brunch BBQ experience runs from Noon to close and serves 2 to 4 people for $129. Daily specials available until sold out. Reservations recommended for larger groups. Narbona is in the Square Shopping Center at 260 Crandon Blvd. on Key Biscayne. For information or reservations, call (786) 796-1400.<\/p>\n
If you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy dine-in family experience for Mother\u2019s Day, catering options abound on the Island.<\/p>\n
The Golden Hog<\/p>\n
The place the community gathers, is also the place to prepare a delicious menu for mom to enjoy. Part of the magic at The Golden Hog is the personal touch applied by co-owner Mariana Tello. On motherhood, Tello says she feels lucky to be able to raise her three children, Jorge (18), Ana (16) and Fernando (14) and remain \u201cso close to them while keeping a full-time job.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am a firm believer in leading by example and hope to inspire them through my work ethics, discipline and passion to love what they do. It keeps me going every day to show them through my work that they can make a big difference through little things.\u201d<\/p>\n
This passion comes through in The Golden Hog\u2019s catering menu offering.<\/p>\n
Whether hosting an intimate family brunch or a larger celebration, The Golden Hog\u2019s catering offerings bring the same thoughtful, high-quality touch the community knows and loves. Their menu features a wide range of chef-prepared options, from fresh salads and artisanal sandwiches to hearty entr\u00e9es and beautifully crafted sides, all made with premium ingredients. Customers can easily mix and match selections to suit any gathering, making it simple to create a memorable meal for Mother\u2019s Day or any special occasion. It\u2019s a seamless way to bring the Golden Hog experience home.<\/p>\n
The Golden Hog is in the Harbor Plaza at 91 Harbor Dr., Key Biscayne. You can visit them online at thegoldenhog.com<\/a> or by calling (305) 361-1300.<\/p>\n Il Mercato<\/p>\n For a truly artisanal catering experience, there is the husband-and-wife team of Nelson Jimenez and Maria Carolina Jaso. While they specialize in lasagnas, offering 16 varieties made with their signature thin layers of fresh pasta, they also provide a full range of made-to-order catering options.<\/p>\n Jaso takes pride not only in their products, but in being a mom to two children raised on Key Biscayne: Joaquina, 15 and Emiliano, 12. Of balancing motherhood and business, Jaso says that \u201cwhile building Il Mercato from scratch, alongside other jobs, has meant learning to operate in layers. As an immigrant who had already built a professional path in creative and advertising, staying connected to my academic and professional identity while raising a family and starting over has been one of the most complex parts of the journey.\u201d<\/p>\n For Mother\u2019s Day, Il Mercato approaches the holiday the same way it approaches everything: slowly, thoughtfully and from scratch. The focus remains on handmade lasagnas, long-simmered sauces and food meant to be shared. As an added touch, lasagnas can be prepared in customers\u2019 own servingware, ready to go from oven to table.<\/p>\n Il Mercato can be found Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Key Biscayne Community Church Farmers Market, 355 Glenridge Road. Visit ilmercatomiami.com<\/a> or call (786) 872-4579.<\/p>\n