DoorDash names best Chicago brunch spots, florists ahead of Mother's Day

To help prepare those planning ahead for Mother's Day, DoorDash released its list of the best local brunch spots and florists nationwide.

The delivery app compiled the lists based on small- to medium-sized restaurants with the highest average customer ratings and fewer than 10 stores on DoorDash.

From trendy brunch joints to family-owned florists, here are some local spots Chicago residents shouldn't miss out on this Mother's Day.

When is Mother's Day 2026?

Mother's Day is always celebrated on the second Sunday of May. This year the holiday lands on May 10.

DoorDash ranks best brunch spots in Chicago

The delivery site recommends booking a table for Mother's Day brunch at the following Chicago restaurants:

• Andros Taverna
  • Contemporary Greek-inspired restaurant located at 2542 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Logan Square. Brunch treats include tsoureki French toast, the baklava bear claw and the lox and happy egg bagel.
• Bar Tutto
  • Cozy Italian café located at 1110 W. Carroll Ave. in Fulton Market. Treat yourself to an espresso or prosciutto parmesan croissant.
• Maple & Ash 
  • Grab some surf and turf at this upscale steakhouse located at 8 W. Maple St. near Gold Coast. From the Alaskan King Crab Eggs Benedict to lobster avocado toast, this spot is home to some of the most creative brunch creations.
• S.K.Y
  • This New American spot serves brunch in a dim-sum style with a global influence, located at 2300 N. Lincoln Park W. in Lincoln Park. Combining Asian flavors and Southern touches, the menu includes creative dishes like coconut pancakes and short rib shakshuka.

These brunch spots were also included in the delivery site's list, with DoorDash offering credits for members who dine in-store as part of its Going Out rewards program:

• Cafecito
  • Earn a $5 credit when you spend $11 or more at this women-owned coffee and brunch spot. The eatery has five locations across the city and makes many of its drinks and treats in-house daily, including its House Cured Salmon Benedict and Espresso Cruffin.
• Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
  • Earn a $6 credit when you spend $11 or more at this beloved Cuban coffee chain. Snag your mom a Cubano sandwich and café con leche for Mother's Day.
• Goddess and The Baker 
  • Earn a $5 credit when you spend $11 or more at this fast-casual Chicago café chain. Try age-old favorites like avocado toast or try one of the café's creative specialty lattes.

DoorDash ranks best florists in Chicago

• Crystal Flower Shop
  • Located at 2815 S. Kedzie Ave. in Little Village, this shop is the perfect spot to order a handcrafted one-of-a-kind flower arrangement for mom. The store offers same-day delivery for those last-minute shoppers as well.
• Luna Flowers
  • This classy local florist offers same-day delivery as well for its lush bouquets and arrangements. The shop has three locations across the city, as well as two in the Chicago suburbs.
• Niko’s Flower Designs
  • Located at 3300 W. North Ave. in Humboldt Park, this local florist offers a wonderfully colorful selection of Mother's Day arrangements. Same-day delivery is also available at the shop.
• RF Flowers
  • Chicago residents can pre-order Mother's Day bouquets at this Portage Park florist located at 5941 W. Irving Park Road. Whether you're looking for roses, carnations or sunflowers, this shop has them.