Looking to treat mum to something extra special this year? As you should be! Once you’ve got the perfect gift sorted (find plenty of inspiration here), it’s time to think of the day itself. Luckily London’s hotspots care about her just as much as you do, and there’s plenty to get stuck into when 15 March rolls around. Read on for our guide to celebrating Mother’s Day 2026 in style.

Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay, Strand

Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay offers one of London’s most intimate Michelin-star dining experiences, with only 26 covers inside the five-star Savoy Hotel. The restaurant is inspired by the legacy of Georges Auguste Escoffier, combining French technique with seasonal produce to create incredible tasting menus.

Usually closed on Sundays, Restaurant 1890 is opening its doors just for Mother’s Day and has partnered with luxury candle brand Diptyque to gift every mum a limited-edition Roses candle on the day. Book to enjoy the signature tasting menu, created by executive head chef James Sharp and featuring stand-out dishes of Cornish brown crab with kiwi, almond and Meyer lemon, Orkney scallop à la Grenobloise and strawberry Melba – a unique spin on the peach Melba created by Escoffier in 1892 when he was the chef at the Savoy Hotel.

From £140 per person, visit gordonramsayrestaurants.com

Pan Pacific London, The City

This Mother’s Day, Pan Pacific London invites guests to treat their mums to an indulgent spring-inspired afternoon tea in partnership with Newby Teas, one of the world’s most luxurious tea houses. Exquisite patisseries capture the essence of the season, from blueberry and lemon macarons and exotic mango mousse combining tropical fruit with a subtle black sesame sable, to rhubarb meringue tart and matcha mousse with strawberry compote.

Served in the serene Ginger Lily Lounge, each course is guided by an expert pairing from the hotel’s tea sommelier; expect a jasmine and lemon palate cleanser before savoury dishes, while a white rose infusion accompanies the patisserie course. These are further enhanced by delicate tea mocktails – from cold-brewed mountain oolong with melon and chamomile, to Oriental sencha with mango, pineapple, and rose syrup – where each sip is designed to complement flavours of the pastries.

Visit panpacific.com

Langan’s Brasserie, Mayfair

Langan’s Brasserie is partnering with New York-based fragrance brand Narciso Rodriguez to create an unforgettable celebration of appreciation on 15 March. Guests are invited to enjoy a special Sunday feast featuring Langan’s much-loved classics and traditional roasts with all the trimmings, alongside a unique cocktail inspired by the Pure Musc Blanc fragrance – a delicately aromatic blend of Palmarae Gin, orange blossom, lemon, egg white and sparkling jasmine tea. As an extra touch, every mother will also receive a complimentary bottle of the perfume. 

Visit langansbrasserie.com

Dalloway Terrace, Bloomsbury

Just in time for Mother’s Day, The Bloomsbury hotel’s Dalloway Terrace has partnered with Elizabeth Scarlett and Pomelle Apéritif to transform the space into a springtime sanctuary where a limited-edition afternoon tea will be served. Crafted in collaboration with British accessories and lifestyle brand Elizabeth Scarlett, the menu is a celebration of seasonality. Expect treats of rhubarb and hibiscus profiterole, passion fruit and mango tart, and orange blossom madeleine, alongside savouries of smoked salmon pinwheel and harissa chicken sandwiches, as well as freshly made vanilla and sultana buttermilk scones served with rhubarb and Campari jam and Cornish clotted cream.

Every afternoon tea purchased will also receive an Elizabeth Scarlett gift, while those dining on 15 March will also receive a complimentary Pomelle Spritz made with pomelo and elderflower apéritif, Rathfinny sparkling wine and soda. The special cocktail menu also features sun-drenched serves by Pomelle Apéritif – don’t miss the pomelo negroni and lychee margarita. Plus, in line with both brand’s commitments to nature, £1 from every afternoon tea will be donated to wildlife conservation charities. 

From £55 per person, visit dallowayterrace.com

Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Knightsbridge

Jumeirah Carlton Tower has collaborated with Lebanese jewellery designer Nada Ghazal to create a limited-edition cake that will be available to sample during its Mother’s Day afternoon tea. The new pâtisserie is inspired by Ghazal’s My Muse collection, and was created by fellow Lebanese and executive pastry chef Martin Haidar to feature notes of orange blossom and pistachio cream layered with crisp cashew filo. Available to purchase from 9 March – and therefore a great gift for the foodies out there – book the special afternoon tea in the sun-filled Garden Rooms on 15 March to indulge in the rest of Haidar’s menu too. Plus, one lucky guest dining on Mother’s Day will be in with a chance of winning £3,000 to spend at Nada Ghazal. You’ve got to be in it to win it…

From £95 per person, visit jumeirah.com

The Landmark, Marylebone

Mark the occasion in the elegant surroundings of palm-tree fringed atrium restaurant, The Winter Garden at The Landmark London. Head pastry chef Matteo Sargentelli’s quintessentially British afternoon tea features a selection of finger sandwiches alongside freshly baked scones and patisserie including tiramisu eclairs and pistachio Bakewell tartlets, as well as a new cake selection, where guests can select their preferred slice, cut to order by the team. Book on Mother’s Day to receive a glass of Nyetimber Rosé NV. 

From £110 per person, landmarklondon.co.uk 

Bōkan, Canary Wharf

Take your Mother’s Day celebration to new heights at Bōkan, set 37 storeys above Canary Wharf with panoramic views of London’s skyline. Executive chef Robert Manea has created a very special roast menu featuring the likes of corn-fed chicken, dry-aged striploin, and whole seabass, each served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Finish with indulgent desserts like tiramisu or banoffee pie. 

From £28 per person, visit bokanlondon.co.uk 

Sky Garden, The City

For spectacular views, dine at one of Sky Garden’s fabulous restaurants – Darwin Brasserie or Fenchurch – where three-course set menus await. At Fenchurch, dishes include barbecue pork belly, golden sea bream and aged beef fillet, accompanied by a glass of Veuve Clicquot Rosé while crowd-pleasing British classics are served up at Darwin. Expect starters of ham hock terrine or steak tartare with confit egg yolk, mains of fish and chips or beef shin, Guinness and mushroom pie, before desserts like bread and butter pudding or chocolate mousse. 

From £59.50 per person, visit skygarden.london 

Cocotte, across London

On Mother’s Day, Cocotte – the rotisserie and brunch spot with restaurants in Notting Hill, Shoreditch, South Kensington, Parsons Green and Richmond – is treating mums to a complimentary glass of blanc de blanc champagne. Designed to complement plates of Cocotte’s signature rotisserie chicken or brunch dishes such as kale benedict or the full English Cocotte, this is an easy choice for families that want something relaxed but no less delicious. 

Visit mycocotte.uk 

Wiltons, Piccadilly 

Established in 1742, Wiltons offers a quintessentially British dining experience – perfect for traditionalists on Mother’s Day. Originally opened by George William Wilton as a shellfish monger, Wiltons offers substance and style with its seasonal menu, carving trolley and, staying true to its roots, an oyster bar. Those looking for a sophisticated pick-me-up during a Piccadilly shopping spree should make a beeline for the oyster bar, which sources its namesake molluscs from Colchester and Lindisfarne, and pairs them with gorgeous classic cocktails such as Pink Negronis, Kir Royales, French 75s and Mirabeau Flutes. 

For a heartier affair, opt for dishes from the à la carte menu featuring caviar served with buckwheat blinis and crème fraiche, and mushroom velouté with tarragon oil, followed by a choice of Dover sole (grilled, goujons, or meunière), halibut, Wiltons’ fish pie and an array of grilled meats. The Carving Trolley, from which traditional roasts are carved tableside, adds a welcome touch of theatrics and is a surefire way to impress mum. Round off with a British farmhouse cheeseboard, Yorkshire rhubarb soufflé or the signature Wiltons bread and butter pudding with Madagascan vanilla custard. 

Visit wiltons.co.uk

Galvin Restaurants, Shoreditch

This Mother’s Day, the Galvin restaurants in east London are pulling out all the stops. At Galvin Bistrot & Bar, Mother’s Day is celebrated with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Enjoy a two- (£42) or three-course menu (£48), featuring dishes such as Cornish seabream crudo with bell peppers and tomato dashi, bigoli cacio e pepe, and classic roasts including Dedham Vale beef sirloin or slow-cooked Welsh lamb, served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

Elsewhere, at the Michelin-starred Galvin La Chapelle, take things up a notch with a three-course menu (£68) featuring Cornish sea bream crudo, barbecued Skrei cod with smoked shellfish guazzetto, and baba au tiramisu, ideal for sharing. 

From £42 per person, visit galvinrestaurants.com

Haymarket Hotel, St James’s

Haymarket Hotel is marking Mother’s Day with its celebrated London Calling afternoon tea and a complimentary Kit Kemp-designed gift for all mothers. Featuring a selection of savoury delicacies and artfully crafted pastries inspired by some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks, think coronation chicken bridge roll, steak and London Pride pie, dark chocolate and orange Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square Victoria sponge, all perfectly paired with either Langham Estate bubbles or a London Buzz cocktail. 

From £50 per person, visit firmdalehotels.com

Pivot, Covent Garden

Covent Garden spot Pivot is offering mothers a complimentary indulgent dessert on 15 March. Book here to take in the gorgeous views of the piazza before digging into Pivot’s decadent sharing roast: three succulent meats including half a roast chicken, beef striploin and lamb shank, as well as roast potatoes, hispi cabbage, creamy cauliflower cheese, glazed carrots, gravy and Yorkshire puddings. Then, finish on a sweet note with a molten chocolate dessert just for mum. 

Visit pivotbarandbistro.com 

STK, across London

This Mother’s Day, STK invites guests to celebrate the motherly figures in their lives with a Sunday spread. Available exclusively on 15 March, order the spectacular family roast board, featuring premium cuts of wagyu beef, succulent lemon and rosemary roasted chicken and tender slow-cooked lamb, this generous feast is served with all the traditional trimmings and finished with a rich port gravy. Adding an extra thoughtful touch to the occasion, all mothers dining here will receive a complimentary bouquet of flowers. 

From £49 per person, visit stksteakhouse.com

The Ivy Collection, across London

The Ivy Collection – with restaurants spanning Chelsea to Canary Wharf – will celebrate Mother's Day with a delectable three-course set menu available for lunch and dinner on both 14 and 15 March. Available from 28-30 March, start with the likes of hand-pulled buffalo burrata with pesto, crab and avocado tian or classic crispy duck salad, before a selection of mains celebrating spring flavours. Expect lemon butter roast chicken served with tender asparagus spears and shallot velouté; chimichurri-brushed sea bream with gigantes beans; or upgrade to a centre-cut dry-aged fillet accompanied by creamed spinach, hollandaise sauce and triple-cooked chips. To round off the meal, choose from The Ivy chocolate bombe, a honey and white chocolate cheesecake or the Mother's Day special: raspberry bloom parfait with lemon sponge and crushed pistachios.

Those dining on 15 March could alternatively indulge in a special breakfast menu including The Ivy champagne, a breakfast mimosa, a classic bloody Mary, or Wild Idol alcohol-free sparkling wine. Mini pastries with butter and preserves will be served for the table, followed by a choice of truffled poached eggs with avocado, eggs royale with caviar, and truffled eggs benedict. What's more, all mums will also receive a beautiful bunch of tulips and a box of The Ivy chocolate truffles to take home.

From £38.95 for three courses, or £27.50 for breakfast, visit ivycollection.com

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