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13 places to treat Mom to brunch on Mother's Day around Indy

Julie Cope Saetre
Star correspondent
Treat mom on Mother's Day to a lovely brunch.

This Sunday, treat Mom to a tasty Mother's Day with a brunch to remember. Here are a few of the tempting choices available this Sunday. Reservations are required or suggested.

The Capital Grille

40 W. Washington St.

• When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

• Price: $49

• Menu: Choice of soup or salad; choice of entree: lobster frittata, dry-aged sirloin with fried egg, filet mignon, pan-seared salmon; choice of dessert: flourless chocolate espresso cake, classic creme brulee, fresh seasonal berries in vanilla cream. Juice, tea, coffee and soda included.

• For more information: Go to thecapitalgrille.com or call (317) 423-8790.

Cerulean Restaurant

339 S. Delaware St.

• When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• Price: $28/adults, $10/kids ages 6 – 14, free/kids 5 and under.

• Menu: Greek yogurt, brioche French toast, beef tips with chive biscuits, cheese and vegetable frittata, smoked salmon pocket, maple ham potatoes, banana bread, petit fours. Juice, coffee and tea included.

• Bonus: Proceeds benefit the Catherine Peachey Fund in support of the Susan G. Komen Tissue Bank at the IU Simon Cancer Center. Free kids activities. First 25 tables receive a free Peachey cookbook.

• For more information: Go to ceruleanrestaurant.com or call (317) 870-1320.

Charbonos

128 N. Avon Ave., Avon.

• When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (regular menu begins at 2 p.m.).

• Price: $24/adults, $12/kids 4-12, free/kids 3 and younger.

• Menu: Vanilla French toast, scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, red potatoes, biscuits and gravy, roasted turkey with cranberry demiglace, smothered chicken, blackened mahi mahi, baked cod, honey-glazed ham, beef tips with mushroom demi, penne Romani, garlic mashed potatoes, baked mac and cheese, hand-carved prime rib, salads, desserts.

• Bonus: Kids buffet with chicken fingers, mini corndogs, tater tots, mac and cheese and made-to-order spaghetti.

• For more information: Go to charbonos.com or call (317) 272-1900.

Chateau Thomas Winery

6291 Cambridge Way, Plainfield.

• When: Seatings at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

• Price: $35/adult, $15/kids ages 6-12, free/kids 5 and under. Reservations required by May 7; payment required at time of reservation.

• Menu: Omelet station, French toast casserole, bacon, sausage, muffins, Danish pastries, cream of asparagus soup, fresh fruit salad, imported and domestic cheeses, salad, honey baked ham, brie and peach baked chicken, sesame-glazed salmon, spring vegetables, roasted red potatoes, vegetable rice pilaf, various desserts.

• Bonus: Each mother receives a carnation.

• For more information: Go to chateauthomas.com or call (317) 837-9463 ext. 0.

Conner Prairie

13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers.

• When: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• Price: $22.95/adults, $12.95/kids ages 2-12. Reservations required.

• Menu: Muffins, variety of scrambled eggs, sausage links, breakfast potatoes, biscuits and gravy, French toast sticks with maple syrup, variety of salads, seasonal fresh vegetables, whipped potatoes and gravy, roasted pork loin and dressing, parmesan chicken with marinara sauce and pasta, vegetable lasagna, macaroni and cheese, tater tots, chicken nuggets, dinner rolls, assorted desserts. Lemonade, orange juice, milk, coffee and hot tea included.

• Bonus: Receive $3 discount on grounds admission with brunch ticket. Conner Prairie members receive $3 brunch discount.

• For more information: Go to connerprairie.org or call (317) 776-6006.

Dufour's in Irvington

5648 E. Washington St.

• When: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

• Price: $22.95.

• Menu: Bananas Foster waffles, eggs Benedict, multigrain blueberry pancakes with caramel pecan syrup, mascarpone berry-filled crepes, assorted pastries, fresh berries.

• For more information: Go to dufoursinirvington.com or call (317) 357-1696.

Indiana Repertory Theatre

140 W. Washington St.

• When: 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Price: $55.

• Menu: Omelet bar, honey brown-sugar ham, French toast casserole, skillet breakfast potatoes, fresh fruit, mini Danish pastries, bagels and muffins. Includes juice and coffee.

• Bonus: Includes 2 p.m. performance of On Golden Pond. Use promo code "mom."

• For more information: Go to irtlive.com or call (317) 635-5252.

Milano Inn

231 S. College Ave.

• When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. buffet (regular menu served from 4 – 9 p.m.).

• Price: $24/adults, $12/kids ages 9-12, $9/kids ages 5-8, free/kids under 5.

• Menu: Slow-roasted prime rib, hand-carved glazed ham, parmesan-encrusted grouper, tortellini Enbrodo, chicken and sausage with roasted red pepper sauce, lasagna, fried chicken, potatoes, mixed vegetables, variety of salads and desserts.

• For more information: Go to milanoinn.com or call (317) 264-3585.

Prairie Guest House

13805 Allisonville Road, Fishers.

• When: Seatings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

• Price: $29/adults, $9/kids ages 10 and under; includes tax and gratuity; prepaid reservations required.

• Menu: Sausage, egg and cheese casserole; vegetarian mini quiche; maple-glazed ham; fresh fruit salad; smoked salmon with caper; dill mousse and mini bagels; breakfast potatoes, croissants, Danish pastries, chocolate and berry-lemon tartlets. Coffee, tea and juice included.

• Bonus: Dining room features the original L.S. Ayres boardroom table and chairs.

• For more information: Go to prairieguesthouse.com or call (317) 663-8728.

Ocean Prime

8555 N. River Road.

• When: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Price: Entree range $14 – $18.

• Menu: Quiche, blueberry French toast, braised short ribs, crab and eggs, blackened salmon salad.

• For more information: Go to ocean-prime.com or call (317) 569-0975.

The Rathskeller

401 E. Michigan St.

• When: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Price: $13.95/brunch plate; normal lunch menu also available; reservations of 11 or more require a credit card.

• Menu: Choice of quiche; bacon or sausage; French toast casserole; fresh fruit with yogurt dip; glass of orange juice.

• For more information: Go to rathskeller.com or call (317) 636-0396.

Sahm's Atrium

1 American Square #140.

• When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

• Price: $24.99/adults, $10.99/kids ages 6-12, free/kids 5 and younger.

• Menu: Pancakes, waffles, French toast, homemade biscuits and gravy, egg casserole, quiche, eggs Benedict, quesadillas, wraps, chicken fingers, slow-roasted carved prime rib, honey baked ham, peel-and-eat shrimp, shrimp tempura, herb-crusted pork loin, country fried chicken, roast chicken, meatloaf, seafood lasagna, pastas, stir fry, variety of chef's specials, salads, fruits, variety of desserts. Soft drinks, tea and coffee included.

• For more information: Go to sahmstower.com or call (317) 536-1305.

Traders Point Creamery

9101 Moore Road, Zionsville.

• When: 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Price: Entrees range from $12 – $32.

• Menu: Spring frittata, tartine, quiche, mushroom strata, lamb, halibut, beef tenderloin filet, omelet with three fillings, traditional Benedict, lox Benedict, French toast, cheeseburger, roasted chicken breast. Salads, a cheese board and yogurt and granola also available.

• For more information: Go to traderspointcreamery.com or call (317) 733-1700.

The balcony at Traders Point Creamery.