Restaurants To Visit In London For Mother’s Day 2026

So you’ve got your gift sorted, but how are you planning to celebrate Mother’s Day on 15 March? You can’t go wrong with a delicious meal at one of London’s most charming restaurants. Whether your mum loves a good view, is a big fan of oysters, or has always dreamed of trying a luxurious afternoon tea, we’ve got a whole host of suggestions for restaurants to book for Mother’s Day in London in 2026.

Where To Celebrate Mother’s Day In London

Sale e Pepe

Enjoy a touch of la dolce vita at Knightsbridge institution Sale e Pepe. The menu includes generous Italian plates like linguine vongole e bottarga and dover sole with Amalfi lemon dressing, followed by a tableside dessert tray where you can pick from the likes of ricotta cheesecake and tiramisu. But that’s not all: this Sunday there are thoughtful extra touches including polaroid photo keepsakes, complimentary truffles and bouquets from local florist Sophie Hanna Flowers – available to pre-order and have waiting on the table for your arrival.

9-15 Pavilion Rd, London SW1X 0HD, saleepepe.co.uk 

Dalloway Terrace

Dalloway Terrace has partnered with Elizabeth Scarlett on a limited-edition afternoon tea, guaranteed to put you straight into the good books. The pretty al fresco dining space in the heart of Bloomsbury has been transformed into an untamed English meadow with a profusion of hand-painted Elizabeth Scarlett wildlife motifs and seasonal blooms. The menu takes you for a walk on the wild side, too. Designed by the accessories brand’s founder Elizabeth Petrides together with head pastry chef Jake Martin, it features such dreamy confections as Earl Grey cake with British cornflowers, rhubarb and hibiscus profiteroles, and orange blossom madeleines. The vanilla and sultana buttermilk scones served with homemade rhubarb and Campari jam definitely warrant seconds, and pair well with a gentle white tea with forest honey, lemon and a hint of ginger. As a special Mother’s Day treat, every guest booking for 15 March will receive a complimentary Elizabeth Scarlett Honey Bee eye mask, worth £28. What’s more, there’s a £1 donation per tea for wildlife conservation. From £55pp

Dalloway Terrace, Bloomsbury Hotel, 16-22 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3NN, dallowayterrace.com

JOIA (c) Rebecca Hope

JOIA

There’s something about being up high that just feels special, particularly when there’s great food involved. So this Mother’s Day why not treat your mum to a meal at JOIA, the sky-high Portuguese restaurant perched atop the art’otel in Battersea which offers impressive vistas of the city skyline. A special sharing-style menu includes dishes like octopus salad with red pepper and potatoes, beef pica pau with wild mushrooms, lamb shank bomba rice, and Basque cheesecake for dessert. Better still, all mums will receive a complimentary glass of fizz. Alternatively, head downstairs to Pérola to try JOIA’s signature afternoon tea, a twist on the classic British tradition featuring finger sandwiches and sweet treats like pistachio eclairs – with the option to add tea-infused cocktails or Telmont champagne. Set menu is £75pp, afternoon tea from £45pp

15th Floor, 1 Electric Blvd, Nine Elms, London SW11 8BJ, joiabattersea.co.uk

Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill

If you’re a family of seafood lovers, book into an oyster masterclass at Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill, a seafood institution which epitomises timeless elegance. Spend 90 minutes learning the art of shucking, discovering the differences between oysters from different shores while sipping on paired champagne, before sitting down to dishes such as the famous fish pie, filled with lobster, prawn and scallop. For an antidote to all that fish, finish off with a helping of the white chocolate cheesecake. £85pp

11-15 Swallow St, Piccadilly, London W1B 4DG, bentleys.org

The Savoy Grill

It may not be the focus of Gordon Ramsay’s new Netflix documentary, but the chef’s restaurant at The Savoy is one of London’s most legendary dining spots. The elegant eatery blends British and French cuisine amid Art Deco-style settings, with an array of dishes on offer to suit all tastes, all cooked to the highest standards. Begin with steak tartare or the Arnold Bennett souffle ahead of mains like the signature beef wellington, Jerusalem artichoke risotto, pan fried sea bass, and Cornish dover sole. Alternatively, keep it classic with a roast – but whatever you do, leave some space for dessert: the Grand Marnier flambeed crepes prepared tableside are a must. 

11-15 Swallow St, Piccadilly, London W1B 4DG, gordonramsayrestaurants.com

Petersham Nurseries

Petersham Nurseries

A botanical haven housed inside a greenhouse in Richmond, the original Petersham Nurseries was destined for leisurely Sunday lunches. It’s an undeniably beautiful spot, set beneath a canopy of bougainvillea, vines and jasmine, serving a seasonal Italian menu made using produce from the organic family farm in Devon. Treat your mum to dishes like crispy polenta, burrata with roasted radicchio, pan fried sea bream, and squash wellington, followed by marsala tiramisu or mandarin tart for pudding. Alternatively, book the Garden Afternoon Tea, which includes an array of seasonal sweet and savoury treats. Afterwards, you can browse the plant nursery and deli, or go for a walk around Richmond Park. Three courses for £80pp, Garden Afternoon Tea from £60pp

Off Church Ln, Petersham Rd, Richmond TW10 7AB, petershamnurseries.com

Kitchen at Holmes

Marylebone restaurant Kitchen at Holmes is loosely inspired by its namesake Sherlock Holmes, but it’s certainly no gimmick – the only evidence of the detective is a special cocktail (the Sherlock’s Pipe) and some deerstalker hats dotted around. Aside from this, it’s just a stylish dining room serving Mediterranean dishes developed by head chef Stefano Motta. Enjoy plates like lobster linguine, lamb ragu and slow-cooked lamb shank, plus a sharing sea bream with tenderstem broccoli and Amalfi lemon. Pair with an afternoon wandering round the shops of Marylebone for the perfect Mother’s Day.

108 Baker St, London W1U 6LJ, kitchenatholmes.co.uk

Spring

Chef Skye Gyngell sadly passed away at the end of 2025, but her legacy lives on through Spring, set in a 19th century drawing room within Somerset House. It’s a gorgeous space: think cloud-like chandeliers, blonde wood, blush-toned fabrics and plants aplenty, plus an art installation of white porcelain petals lining the walls. High ceilings and large windows create a tranquil atmosphere – perfect for lunch with mum. An equally delightful Italian menu features dishes like scallops with Romanesco, Cornish crab salad, grilled monkfish, and stuffed artichoke with lentils and walnuts. There are some lovely cocktails on offer too, and afterwards you can pop into one of the exhibitions on show.

Lancaster Pl, London WC2R 1LA, springrestaurant.co.uk

Bluebird

Bluebird

With its plush interiors, courtyard and modern European menu, King’s Road stalwart Bluebird is a failsafe restaurant for a Mother’s Day outing. Kick your day off with one of Bluebird’s brunch classics, like avocado on sourdough, French toast or Eggs Benedict, paired with a coffee or glass of fizz, before strolling down the street for a spot of shopping. Alternatively, visit later in the day for lunch, where you can enjoy dishes like truffle and burrata ravioli, tandoor king prawn masala or grilled baby chicken.

350 King’s Rd, London SW3 5UU, bluebird-restaurant.co.uk

The Ritz

If you really want to splash out, lunch at The Ritz is the ultimate treat. The hotel’s two Michelin-starred restaurant (recently named the UK’s best) is serving a special lunch on 15 March, complete with dishes from head chef John Williams MBE which showcase the best of British produce. Enjoy alongside a glass of Champagne Barons de Rothschild Ritz Reserve, all while enjoying live entertainment in one of London’s most prestigious dining rooms. From £250 per adult and £130 per child

150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR, theritzlondon.com