Mother's Day 2019 Restaurant Freebies and Dining Deals

Mother's Day 2019 offered a variety of complimentary items and special pricing at restaurants across the United States. These promotions were designed to help consumers celebrate the holiday with their mothers, ranging from free ice cream and desserts to discounted brunch buffets and prix fixe meals. The availability of these offers varied significantly by location, with specific timeframes and eligibility requirements attached to each promotion. Consumers were advised to confirm details with local franchises, as participation and pricing often differed by region.

Ice Cream and Dessert Freebies

Several national chains provided complimentary desserts to mark the occasion. Baskin-Robbins offered a specific promotion on May 12, 2019, valid from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. During this window, customers could receive a free 1-ounce scoop of ice cream served in a waffle cone, which was dipped in sprinkles. Additionally, the brand provided a promo code for $3 off any cake priced at $15 or more.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse structured their promotion around a gift card purchase. Customers who purchased a $50 e-gift card through May 12, 2019, received a coupon for a free Pizookie. This dessert coupon was redeemable from May 13 through June 15, 2019, allowing for a post-holiday treat.

Bouchon Bakery & Café, part of the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group, offered a special treat at their specific location in The Shops at Columbus Circle. They featured flower cookies available in sets of two for $6.25. While not entirely free, this was a specialized, lower-cost offering compared to their standard menu.

Brunch and Buffet Deals

Restaurants across the country offered special brunch and buffet menus, often at set price points. In Florida, California Pizza Kitchen provided heart-shaped pizzas at no additional charge on their crispy thin crust. Customers could order their favorite pizza varieties in this shape. The brand also ran a fundraiser where 20% of food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases were donated to March of Dimes if the customer mentioned the cause to their server.

In Rhode Island, several establishments offered distinct dining experiences. The Capital Grille offered a brunch for $49 per person, featuring options like lobster frittata, steak and eggs, and chicken and waffles. Children’s brunch was available for $15. Fleming’s opened at 10 a.m. and served a brunch menu for both adults and children, while maintaining their dinner menu availability throughout the day. 99 Restaurants featured a special menu on May 11 and 12, including Twin Petite Filet Mignon, fresh New England Baked Scallops, and Colossal Lobster Rolls.

Knoxville, Tennessee, area restaurants provided buffet options. Crowne Plaza Knoxville hosted a buffet with seatings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu included breakfast staples like Belgian waffles and omelets, alongside lunch items such as roasted cod and orange-glazed carrots. The cost was $37.95 for adults, $12.95 for children ages 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. Citico's Restaurant & Club offered three seating times: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Their brunch was priced at $39 for adults, $19 for children ages 5-12, and free for children 4 and under.

In Massachusetts, the Mt. Washington Valley area offered brunch at several venues, including the White Mountain Hotel, Eagle Mountain House, Oxford House Inn, and Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa. Brunch was served between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Dining and Purchase Requirements

Many promotions required an accompanying purchase or specific dining method. Arooga’s in Rhode Island offered a promotion for moms, but it required dining in on May 12 and placing an order of equal or greater value. GrubHub offered a delivery option, allowing customers to order from favorite restaurants for delivery, though specific freebies were not detailed for the platform itself.

Due West in New York City offered bottomless Bloody Marys with their brunch service. Quince in New York offered a high-end lunch option rather than brunch, serving a 4-course menu for $225 per person from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Charter Oak, run by Chef Christopher Kostow, offered Mother's Day brunch and seasonal specials.

Regional and Event-Based Offers

Some offers extended beyond traditional restaurant dining to include events and outdoor activities. In Corpus Christi, Texas, the South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center offered free admission to moms on May 11 and 12, 2019. Visitors simply needed to say "Moms love flowers" at the front desk. Regular admission fees applied to other guests. Additionally, Gill Landscape Nursery hosted an event where children could plant a terracotta pot with flowers for their mothers for a fee of $10.

In Southern Indiana, Joe Huber’s Family Farm & Restaurant offered a Mother's Day Buffet on May 11, 2025 (note: date discrepancy in source, but listed for 2025 in the provided data). The buffet included traditional fried chicken, Huber honey ham, mashed potatoes, and homemade cobbler. Pricing was $26.99 for ages 12 and up and $12.99 for children ages 4-11.

MESA offered a "Live Dining Show" brunch on May 11, 2025, featuring Chef Devon Rosenblatt. Tickets included a multi-course meal with Stuffed French Toast, a Shakshuka Bowl, and a 7-Layer Trifle. Two times were available: 9:30 a.m. and another unspecified time. The Clocktower offered free Blackberry Soft Serve Mini Cones to season passholders on a first-come, first-served basis.

Terms and Conditions

Across all locations, the source data emphasized that participation and pricing could vary by location and franchise. Consumers were strongly advised to call their preferred location to confirm details before visiting. Reservations were recommended for many of the buffet and brunch events, particularly those with limited seating times.

Conclusion

The Mother's Day 2019 restaurant landscape offered a diverse array of options for consumers looking to treat their mothers. From free ice cream at Baskin-Robbins to high-end prix fixe lunches at Quince, and from regional buffets in Knoxville to outdoor events in Corpus Christi, there were opportunities for various budgets and preferences. The key to accessing these deals lay in verifying local participation and adhering to specific timeframes and purchase requirements.