Our parental figures, be it a mum that’s biological, step, adopted or honorary, deserve to be treated way more than once a year.
Whether they pick up the phone and let you chat on for hours, drink wine with you or just are always there when you need them the most: they really are superheroes in their own right.
From changing nappies to helping you navigate the adult world, Mother’s Day is about celebrating all that these figures have done, and continue to do for us. One of our favourite ways to show our appreciation for our mother figures is to take them out for some lunch or find a quaint spot in the city centre to catch up over a drink or two, but there really are limitless ways to show your appreciation- starting with a thoughtful card and if in doubt, say it with food.
We’ve rounded up our favourite places to visit this Mother’s Day to help you find all the places you could want to visit with yours.
Say it with a roast
Over the past year, we’ve been sharing our favourite feature ‘Sunday Roasts Shoutouts’ on Instagram, where (you guessed it) we give you the low-down on our favourite roasts of the week.
At present, we’re still managing to find new and delicious options every single week. But to save you scrolling through thousands of posts from the last year or so, you can find all of our shoutouts to date right here, plus a few unseen on our socials, shared from different members of our team.
You can find our complete list here.
Say it with the morning off: The Leeds Deli
Monday 13 March 2023 | Chelwood Drive, Moortown
The Leeds Deli is offering you possibly the best gift ever on Mother’s Day. The morning off! Owners Tory and George have said: “We know only too well how valuable grown up time is but also how quickly the parent-guilt creeps in.
“This Mother’s Day you can have the best of both worlds; enjoy a family breakfast, brunch or lunch at *The Leeds Deli* with the kids and then let Katy & Izzy entertain your little ones next door in Little Leeds with crafts and creative play; meaning grown ups can enjoy five minutes peace whilst the kids are having fun too”.
Find out more here.
Say it with the roaring 20s: Tailor’s Gin
Open every Thursday – Sunday | Inside Grand Arcade
This quintessentially British bespoke tailor shop becomes a prohibition-inspired gin lounge – serving iconic cocktails from the era alongside its own house gin, aptly named Tailors- and it’s the perfect spot to grab a cocktail and have a laugh with your mama.
Promising visitors a night of Gatsby-esque glamour, you’re invited to rummage in the vintage costume racks for the perfect tailcoat, top hat, or flapper dress, before plonking down at one of the up-cycled sewing tables for a few cocktails or perfect serve g&t- what more could you possibly ask for?
Find out more here.
Say it with bottomless brunch: Fleur
Sunday 19 March 2023 | Inside The Light, The Headrow
Fleur is known across the city and beyond for its Instagrammable decor and bottomless brunch offerings but for Mother’s Day, the restaurant has three courses and a welcome drink on offer.
Find out more here.
Say it with a day out for the kids and grown ups: Little Leeds
Chelwood Drive, Moortown / Roundhay
Little Leeds is one of the coolest spots in the city for kids and grown ups to come together, not just on Mother’s Day, but every single day of the year.
Starting with a Mum’s Club next door at The Leeds Deli, owners Tory and George, started renovating the shop next door into a pastel-coloured area dedicated to the little ones of Leeds, and you’ll find everything from climbing grips to an ice cream machine inside.
Find out more here.
Say it with bottomless mimosas and pancakes: IF… Up North
Every day of the week | Call Lane, Leeds City Centre
If Up North on Call Lane is locally known as the go-to brunch spot for those in the know. The pancakes here are light and fluffy, American-style and definitely worth travelling into the city centre for. Expect flavours like berry and Biscoff, fruits and cream, as well as a whole host of different variations at any of their Leeds-based cafes.
If there’s one improvement that can be made to any brunch options, it’s the ability to make it a bottomless endeavour and although its not widely advertised, If Up North do offer this as an option. Select one of their brunch dishes and add bottomless servings of bubbly: there’s the choice of prosecco, mimosas ands beer for a full 90 minutes.
Find out more here.
Say it with cheese: The Cheesy Living Co
Snuday 19 March 2023 12-4pm | Inside Leeds Corn Exchange
Combining cheese and the best meal of the week, The Cheesy Living Co has brought aa brand new venture to spice up a Mother’s Day. Choose from three tiers of cheese-based treats including focaccia finger sandwiches, cheese and or charcuterie and, of course, cakes.
Find out more here.
Say it with a burger and beer: Patty’s Burgers at Belgrave
Inside Belgrave Music Hall, Cross Belgrave Street | Open from 12pm
You’ll find Patty Smith’s burgers over at Belgrave Music Hall, nestled between the staircase leading to the rooftop terrace and the intimately lit bar. On Sunday’s you can grab one burger, get the second one for £1 – so if you’re after a sociable spot to take your mum for some drinks and a bite to eat, Belgrave’s a great choice.
Find out more here.
Say it with games: Roxy Ball Room
Merrion Street / Boar Lane | Opening times vary at each venue
There’s few better excuses to take your family out for a competitive afternoon of fun and games – and Roxy Lanes and Roxy Ball Room truly to have everything your ma could want to pick from.
Choose from ping pong, beer pong, shuffleboard, bowling, ice-free curling and more – all available with up to 20% off on Sundays.
Find out more here.
Say it with a cocktail tree: SALT Leeds City
Available all day, everyday | East Parade, Leeds city centre
Brought straight to your table, you can get yourself eight different classic cocktails like Espresso Martinis and spritz aplenty on a stunning tree that’ll keep you going all night long.
This also means that you’ll never find a huge queue at the bar, and on a busy Friday or Saturday night, you can spend less time hanging about and more time enjoying the live DJ spinning tracks and catching up with your nearest and dearest.
Feature Image – The Hoot Leeds
