The Best Food Deals To Celebrate Mother's Day

It's easy to take for granted all the laughter and cherished memories Mum has gifted you over the years, and as Mother's Day approaches, everybody is thinking about something special they can do to display their gratitude for Mom. From all the scraped knees and boo-boos that needed a kiss to the lessons she instilled and the times she pulled you out of a jam, Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to show her it didn't go unnoticed.

Expressing your appreciation for everything she does with a card is never a bad idea, but why treat her to a memorable time with you that will bring her authentic joy? From fine dining to quick-serve fare, many restaurants are hosting unique bargains on May 12 that you can take advantage of to show recognition for the matriarch in your life. Go the extra mile for Mom on a day dedicated to her like she goes the extra mile for you throughout the year, and take her out for one of these deals exclusively for her.

Asian chain restaurant P.F. Chang's is providing a truly unique way to show your mom you care with a fortune cookie bouquet. These fortune cookie flowers come in fun assorted flavors of vanilla, cappuccino, cherry, chocolate, coconut, and graham cracker. Hidden inside these adorable faux flowers are heartfelt messages to Mom like, "Unlike fortune cookies, my love for you is unbreakable," as well as playful lines such as "Don't tell Dad, but you're my favorite" (if Mom spills the beans, don't worry. You can make it up to him on Father's Day right around the corner). You can purchase the Fortune Cookie Flower Bouquets for delivery anywhere in the continental U.S. at pfcfortunes.com for $39.99.

P.F. Chang's is also extending their in-restaurant drink specials for Mother's Day. On May 6-9 and May 13-16, moms can enjoy a Sparkling Paloma or the Lychee Cosmo for $5 each. Why not celebrate Mom multiple days of the week!

With everything she does all year, why not thank Mom for all her dedication by taking her out for a fine dining experience she'll never forget? STK Steakhouse is hosting a Roses and Rosé Brunch on May 12 this year in honor of Mother's Day at various U.S. locations, from Los Angeles to New York. Serving their spring menu featuring prime rib, parmesan crusted sole, and Dungeness crab deviled eggs, they are also raising their glasses to mothers everywhere by offering Justin Rosé and Chandon Brut Rosé for $9.99 a glass. Additionally, mothers dining at STK Steakhouse on May 12 will receive a lovely rose emblematic of your gratitude for them. If your goal is to become the favorite child in the family, STK Steakhouse on Mother's Day is the place to make it happen.

Kona Grill is another restaurant supplying a Roses and Rosé Brunch with $7.99 glasses to go with classic breakfast staples like steak and eggs, pancakes, and benedicts. Mothers will also be presented with a beautiful rose to go with spectacular Kona's prime rib surf 'n' turf dinner before guests dig into a lemon sponge cake while they enjoy the signature margaritas. All that's missing to create memories with Mom is the company of family. 

Taking your mom out for an event on the big day, and don't have much time to grab a bite? No problem. For Mother's Day this year, Burger King is offering a BOGO deal on their signature Whopper sandwiches. Customers who purchase one Whopper through the BK App starting at 10:30 AM on May 12 will get another Whopper on the house. A Burger King Royalty Perks account is required, so if you want to treat Mom to a free meal, you will want to download the BK App or visit bk.com/royaltyperks to sign up. You can even get her free Whopper delivered via BK delivery, though third-party delivery is unavailable for this offer.

All Mother's Day weekend, Cracker Barrel will be offering mothers a free Barrel Bite with any dine-in purchase made from May 9 through May 12. Guests can present the Barrel Bite coupon from May 13 through 31 at any dine-in Cracker Barrel location and receive one of their Barrel Bite appetizers with a purchase of $2.99 or more. Barrel Bites include loaded steak fries, white cheddar cheese bites, biscuit beignets, loaded hashbrown casserole tots, and country-fried pickles. With warm welcomes and friendly service, you can't go wrong with taking Mom out for a comforting meal with a bonus at Cracker Barrel this year.

It's hard to say no to Italian food, and Fazoli's is giving moms (and those treating her on her special day) all the more reason to give in with an offer of a free pasta dish with the purchase of an entree. At participating Fazoli's locations, order a main online and get a free Fettucine Alfredo or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or Marinara by using the code, "Mothers24." Make your main one of its signature lasagna, ziti, or meatball dishes, and don't skip the sides like breadsticks or fried mozzarella bites for a fully loaded feast. 

Don't think you're limited to a full spread and night out for treating mom. Smoothie King is making gifting a simple but unexpected treat easy with a Buy One Get One smoothie offer. Choose from Smoothie King's wide range of fruit-filled, energizing blends; the chain is even giving folks from May 11 through 13 to take advantage of the deal. As long as you purchase a 20-ounce smoothie or larger (excluding the Hulk and Gladiator sizes), you get another 20-ounce smoothie on the house!

Kin of Floridian matriarchs rejoice because Hurricane Grill and Wings is gifting mamas out there with a free Bloody Mary with a purchase of an entree that's $14.99 or more. The tropical-themed restaurant is happy to whip up these vodka and seasoned tomato juice beauties (just as you see above) as a way of celebrating that special lady in our lives. You only get one, but you only get one mom, too, so treat her right at Hurricane Grill and Wings!

But if mom settled in the Southwest instead of FLA, fans of the Arizona-based Native Grill and Wings will be able to get her a free spicy side. Treat mom to an entree and at participating locations, she'll also receive a plate of Native Buffalo Fries done up in proper Southwest style. If, however, she'd rather close things out sweetly, she can opt for a free Cookie Sundae instead. 

Moms know best how invaluable a local pizza joint is for nights when a home-cooked dinner is just too much. Kids and partners, get ahead of her and let her kick her feet up by ordering a few pies from your local Round Table Pizza shop. From May 10 until May 17, Round Table Pizza is offering 15% off online orders over $40 using the code LOVEMOM; even at the minimum, that's 6 bucks, so take advantage. 

RTP is also serving up heart-shaped pizzas to go along with homemade cards and back rubs that (better) come along with them. With a full week to take RTP up on the offer, there's no excuse to miss it!

The Southeast chain, Buffalo's Cafe is a perfect place for a family meal, with options of wings, burgers, rice bowls, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and platters. The thing that goes with everything after a satisfying meal, which mom is free to share or not, is her free Buffalo Chip Dessert, which is a warm chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate drizzle. It comes with the purchase of an entree of $14.99 or more at participating locations, so give her the chance to tuck into one.