Mother's Day
Brunch & Dinner
Celebrate Mom with a Meal to Remember
This Mother’s Day, we invite you to join us at Ideal Tavern in Southington, CT for a celebration filled with flavor, warmth, and the people who matter most. Whether you’re joining us for our abundant brunch buffet or settling in for a cozy and elegant dinner, we’ve designed every detail to make Mom feel special.
From brunch classics with a twist to chef-driven dinner specials, each dish is crafted with care, seasonal ingredients, and a touch of creativity. It’s not just a meal—it’s a thank you to the women who inspire us daily.
Reservations are strongly encouraged.
Mother's Day
Sunday, May 10th
Make a ReservationCelebrate Mother's Day at Ideal Tavern with two ways to enjoy the day. Join us for our Brunch Buffet from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM, or stay for dinner and choose from our special Mother's Day dinner menu featuring elevated starters, fresh salads, and chef-crafted entrees. Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended.
Brunch Buffet
Sunday, May 10th · 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM · Last seating at 1:30 PM
Adults $38 · Children 12 and Under $18
Scrambled Eggs
Eggs Benedict
Canadian bacon, champagne hollandaise
Tiramisu French Toast
Bacon and Cheese Frittata
Sausage Links
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
Shrimp Cocktail
Baby Spinach Salad
Wild berries, balsamic vinaigrette
Fresh Garden Salad
Haricot Verts
Roasted Home Fries
Penne Alla Vodka
Meatballs with Marinara
Chicken Francaise
Prime Rib
Roasted Pork Loin
Salmon
Lemon white wine sauce
Sweets and Savories Table
Seasonal Fruit Salad
House Smoked Salmon
Fresh Baked Muffins
Petit Bagels and Herbed Cream Cheese
Assorted Scones
Assorted Dessert Sampler
Brunch Drinks
Tableside Mimosa Bar
Wycliffe Champagne, orange juice, cranberry juice, strawberry juice
Because I Said So Sangria
Pinot Grigio, fresh lemon juice, strawberry puree, hibiscus, Prosecco
Queen Bee Tini
Absolut Pears Vodka, lychee puree, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur
A Marg for Mom
Blanco Tequila, fresh lime juice, Aperol, orange liqueur
The Matriarch
Bourbon, peach puree, fresh lemon juice, honey
Evening Service · Sunday, May 10th
Mother's Day Dinner
Starters
Burrata Bruschetta
18
Heirloom tomato bruschetta, burrata, house made focaccia, basil pesto, balsamic
Sweet Pea Arancini
16
Creamy risotto, spring peas, prosciutto, parmesan, panko breaded, spicy vodka sauce
Artichoke Hearts
15
Egg dipped artichokes, preserved lemon, white wine butter sauce, fresh herbs
Salads
Polenta Panzanella
18
Golden fried polenta croutons, tomato, cucumber, citrus, red onion, Parmesan vinaigrette
Strawberry Fields
18
Baby arugula, fresh strawberries, candied walnuts, goat cheese, shaved red onion, lemon vinaigrette
Entrees
Queen Cut Prime Rib
35
Slow roasted prime rib, au jus, loaded baked potato, roasted broccolini
Crab Encrusted Atlantic Salmon
32
Pan seared salmon, Maryland blue crab, creamed spinach, roasted potato, old bay brown butter
San Francisco Cioppino
38
Littleneck clams, PEI mussels, cod, calamari, lobster tail, lightly spiced tomato brodo, squid ink spaghetti
Stuffed Airline Chicken Breast
29
Slow roasted chicken breast, asparagus, Swiss cheese and prosciutto, sherry cream sauce
Risotto Primavera
26
Creamy Arborio rice, fresh ramp pesto, charred asparagus, trumpet mushrooms, oven dried cherry tomatoes, pecorino Romano
Big Daddy Burger
22
Half pound Angus beef patty cooked to your liking, bacon, frizzled onions, BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese
Cocktails
Because I Said So Sangria
Raspberry Vodka, fresh lemon juice, raspberry puree, Pinot Grigio, club soda
Queen Bee Tini
Vanilla Vodka, lychee liqueur, rose water, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur
A Marg for Mom
Blanco Tequila, fresh lime juice, Aperol, orange liqueur, Tajin
The Matriarch
Smokewagon Straight Bourbon, peach puree, fresh lemon juice, fresh mint, honey
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Ideal Tavern, 142 Center Street, Southington, CT 06489.
