Sunday is Mother’s Day and it’s traditionally one of the busiest at restaurants.

I’d like think that’s because we all want to treat Mom to something special but I also suspect we want to do it with as little effort as possible.

Luckily, restaurants understand and offer extended hours, menus, brunches and buffets. There’s something for each time of day and at every price range.

Mom understands too, and that’s why you still have her unconditional love. Thank her with a meal she doesn’t have to prepare.

Providence

Angelo’s Civita Farnese, 141 Atwells Ave., (401) 621-3171, www.angelosonthehill.com, will offer it regular menu and baked stuffed shrimp, surf and turf and more. Walk-ins accepted.

Bacaro, 262 South Water St., offers its full menu focused on seasonal ingredients from 3 to 10 p.m. To reserve, visit www.bacarorestaurant.net or call (401) 751-3700 ext. 19.

Bravo Brasserie, 123 Empire St., (401) 490-5112, will hold a buffet brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along with the regular dinner menu with specials from 3 to 10 p.m. with salmon, turkey and prime rib. The buffet is $25.95 for adults and $12.95 for children under 12. Valet parking will be offered all day.

Caffe Dolce Vita, 59 De Pasquale Square, (401) 331-8240, www.caffedolcevita.com, will be serving brunch alfresco, weather permitting until 3 p.m.

Camille’s, 71 Bradford St., (401) 751-4812, offers a wide variety of Italian specialty items for the day. View the menu at www.camillesonthehill.com. Hours will be noon to 5 p.m.

Carrie’s Restaurant, 1035 Douglas Ave., (401) 831-0066, will be open from 12:30 to 6 p.m. with 3 pound lobsters and a full menu with a children’s menu.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 1 West Exchange St., (401) 533-9000, www.flemingssteakhouse.com, will serve a fixed price menu from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $32.95. The regular menu will be available all day and night.

La Laiterie at Farmstead, 188 Wayland Ave., (401) 274-7177, hosts a brunch at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. with à la carte menu selections such as smoked chicken, Andouille and sun dried tomato meatloaf with chevre mashed potatoes and gravy or seared yellowfin tuna.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, 11 Dorrance Street, , (401) 351-4500, www.mccormickandschmicks, com, will have a buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. including a chilled seafood bar, carving station and omelet station. The cost is $22.95 for adults and $9.95 for children.

Mediterraneo, 134 Atwells Ave., (401) 331-7760, will open at noon for the first seating to 7 p.m. for the last. Featured dishes include lobster bisque, seafood salad, baked stuffed lobster and veal scaloppini as the day’s specials.

Mills Tavern, 101 North Main St., (401) 272-3331, will serve complimentary chocolate gateau to all mothers. They will be open from noon to 7 p.m.

Napa Valley Grille, 111 Providence Place, Providence, (401) 270-6272, will offer its full daily menu and few brunch favorites from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Paragon Restaurant, 234 Thayer St., (401) 331-6200, offers a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $15.99 and a Champagne brunch for $19.99. The buffet will feature a made to order pasta and omelet station and carving station with prime rib, ham and leg of lamb.

Pearl Restaurant & Lounge, 393 Charles St., (401) 331-3000, has a brunch available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with eggs benedict and omelet station. The cost is $24.95 for adults and $12.95 for children under 12.

Providence Marriott Downtown will hold a brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. including a chocolate fountain. The cost is $32.95 for adults, $15.95 for children 12 under and free for under 5. There will be a children’s buffet. To reserve, call (401) 272-2400.

Temple Downtown, 120 Francis St., (401) 919-5050, has a Brunch with roasted salmon, asparagus tips and lemon sauce and more. Service will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $28.95 for adults and $18.95 for children 12 and under.

Via Roma, 308 Atwells Ave., (401) 331-1717, will host a brunch with two seatings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. On the menu will be chicken marsala, sirloin tips with mushrooms, peppers and onions and slow-roasted pork loin. The cost is $19.95 for adults, $10.95 for children 6 to 12 and $5.95 for children under 6.

Waterman Grille, 4 Richmond Square, (401) 521-9229, will serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Z Bar & Grille, 244 Wickenden St., (401) 831-1566, will be offering numerous selections from a fixed-price menu which will include an appetizer, entree and dessert for $19.95.

West

Bassett’s Inn, 2227 West Shore Rd., Warwick, (401) 737-6073, will offer a special menu of dinners that include Filet Mignon, Roast Stuffed lamb, Prime Rib, Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Boiled/ Stuffed Lobster, Broiled Salmon and more.

Cracker Barrel, 825 Centre of New England Blvd., Coventry, serves 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. On the menu is a full country breakfast and then a full menu for lunch and dinner with roast beef, home-style chicken, pork chops, seafood and vegetables.

Flare Restaurant & Lounge, 577 Tiogue Ave., Coventry, (401) 615-8577, www.flarerestaurant.com, will serve the regular à la carte menu from noon to 6 p.m.

Mario’s Risto Bar, 20 Haven Ave., Cranston, (401) 942-1009, will offer a 12:30 and 3 p.m. seating. There will be a special three-course menu with salad and pasta served family style. A complementary dessert and coffee will be given to mothers.

N-Joi Restaurant and Lounge, 39 Phenix Ave., Cranston, (401) 944-7770, www.njoiri.com, will host a brunch starting at 11.

Radisson, 2081 Post Rd., Warwick, (401) 739-3000, ww.radisson.com/warwickri, has a brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the University Ballroom. It will offer a carving station with top round of beef and garlic and herb-marinated pork loin. The cost is $25.95 for adults, $22.95 for seniors and $13.95 for children.

The Rhode Island Shriners Imperial Room, One Rhodes Place, Cranston, will hold a brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $25 for adults and $14 for children. To reserve, call (401) 467-7100, ext. 10.

Sogno Ristorante and Bar, 965 Dyer Ave., Cranston, (401) 946-3335, will be open for dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. with the full menu and specials.

Spiga Trattoria, 162 Mayfield Ave., Cranston, (401) 463-6075, will have its regular farm cooking menu and specials available beginning at 12:30 p.m.

T.G.I. Friday, 989 Centerville Rd., Warwick, (401) 822-0800, will treat mothers to a free dessert with the purchase of an entrée.

West Valley Inn, 4 Blossom St., West Warwick, (401) 822-2834, offers brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $24.95 for adults and $11.50 for children. Their all-you-can-eat family style dinner will be served from noon to 5 p.m. The cost is $17.50 for adults and $10 for children.

South

Crave Seafood Steak Restaurant, 333 Main St., Wakefield, (401) 789-0914, will serve brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with hand-carved prime rib. Dinner specials will be available from 4 to 8 p.m.

Nicola’s Uptown Café, 2 Tower St., Westerly, (401) 315-2922, www.NicolasUptownCafe.com, will have brunch beginning at 11 a.m. and serving dinner until 7.

Venice Restaurant, 165 Shore Rd., Westerly, (401) 348-0055, has a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will include an omelet station, prime rib and pastas. The cost is $24 for adults and $11 for children.

North

Andrew’s Bistro, 3755 Mendon Rd., Cumberland, (401) 658-1515, www.andrewsbistro.com, will be open from noon to 6 p.m. The Euro-style bistro will offer the regular dinner menu as well as specials.

D. Carlo Trattoria, 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, (401) 349-4979, will offer its à la carte menu from noon to 6 p.m.

Faial Restaurant, 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, (401) 231-1100, www.diningquest.com/faial, will offer its regular menu and prime rib.

Gianfranco’s Ristorante & Bar, 183 George Waterman Rd., Johnston, (401) 349-4838, will be open from noon to 5 p.m. featuring Barolo lamb shank and gorgonzola veal chop.

Il Piccolo Ristorante, 1450 Atwood Ave, Johnston, (401) 421-9843, will serve from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the regular dinner menu and specials. All Moms receive a free mimosa.

The North End Café, 1058 Charles St., North Providence, (401) 726-4400, will host a brunch buffet prepared by chef/owner Paul Jalaf. Selections will include carved beef and pork loin. Seating will be from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Oki’s Japanese Restaurant, 1270 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, (40) 728-7970, will open from noon to 9 p.m. with Hibachi menu, traditional menu and sushi bar offerings.

Spumoni’s Restaurant, 1537 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, (401) 729-4449, will offer weekend specials from Friday through Sunday including chicken Milanese and shrimp Spumoni.

Tavern on Main, 1157 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, (401) 710-9788, will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. with a special menu including baked stuff shrimp, prime rib and more.

Twelve Acres, 445 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, (401) 231-7799, www.twelveacresbanquet.com, will serve brunch with steamship round of beef carved by the chef. They will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adults cost $17.99 and children 2 to 10, $8.99.

Wildfire, 1874 Mineral Spring Ave. North Providence, will serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $21.95 for adults and $15 for children. To reserve, call (401) 353-7110.

East

Asterisk Bar & Restaurant, 599 Thames St., Newport, (401) 841-8833, www.asterisknewport.com, will have a brunch beginning at 10 a.m. and dinner at 4 p.m. with the regular or three-course fixed-price menu.

The Boat House, 227 Schooner Drive, Tiverton, (401) 624-6300, will serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant, 140 Thames St., Newport, (401) 849-6334, will be open at 10 a.m. and serve brunch until 12:30 p.m. The full dinner menu will be served all day.

Castle Hill Inn & Resort, 590 Ocean Drive, Newport, (401) 849-3800, will serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and regular dinner service will begin at 7.

Cricket’s Restaurant, 260 George Washington Highway, Smithfield, (401) 232-0300, will offer an all-you-can-eat brunch from 10 a.m. to noon with a carving station and dessert table. The brunch is $16.95 for adults and $11.95 for children. From noon to 4 p.m. a dinner buffet will be served; $19.95 for adults and $12.95 for children.

DeWolf Tavern, Thames Street Landing, 259 Thames St., Bristol, (401) 254-2005, www.dewolftavern.com, will have brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The buffet includes roast beef, salmon, and more. The cost is $29. The full menu will be served 4 to 9 p.m.

The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, Sayer’s Wharf, Newport, will serve from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. To reserve, call (401) 846-2260 or visit www.mooringrestaurant.com.

The Nat Porter Restaurant, 125 Water St., Warren, (401) 289-0373, has a buffet brunch with two seatings from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. The cost is $20 for adults and $8 for children under 10. The most senior mother in the group eats for free.

One Bellevue at the Hotel Viking, 1 Bellevue Ave., Newport, (401) 848-4824, and chef Kevin Thiele is hosting a brunch from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The cost is $46 for adults, $32 for seniors, and $18 for children (with a children’s buffet).

Persimmon, 31 State St., Bristol, (401) 254-7474, persimmonbristol.com, is open from 2 to 6 p.m. offering the regular menu featuring spring dishes such as a ragout of asparagus with slow-cooked farm egg, smoked bacon and parmesan broth.

Robertos, 301 Hope St., Bristol, (401) 254-9732, will serve its full menu with specials from 1 to 8 p.m.

22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille, 22 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, (401) 841-8884, will serve from noon and 9 p.m.

Statewide

Chelo’s Hometown Bar and Grille, 2225 Post Rd., and Waterfront, 1 Masthead Drive, both in Warwick, will be serving a brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with various breakfast and lunch items and a carving station. All other Chelo’s locations will be serving a breakfast buffet from 8 to 11 a.m. All locations will also offer a complete menu and dinner specials following the buffet. Visit www.chelos.com for more information.

Nearby Massachusetts

Johnson & Wales Inn, 213 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, (508) 336-8700, will have a brunch in the Regency Ballroom from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. including steamship round of beef. The cost is $25.95 for adults, $22.95 for seniors, $13.95 for children 5 to 12 and $5.95 for children 4 and under. Reservations are required by noon on Friday. Audrey’s Restaurant in the Inn, (508) 336-4636, will offer a Sunrise Breakfast Buffet from 7:30 to 10 a.m. for $13.95. Dinner will be available from noon to 6 p.m.

Hillside Country Club by Lombardi’s, 82 Hillside Ave., Rehoboth, (508) 252-9761, will hold a brunch buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. featuring an omelet station, and carving stations. The cost is adults, $22.95, and children half price.

Milano Restaurant, Route 44, Rehoboth, (508) 336 7455, will celebrate from 1 to 6 p.m. with a full Italian menu and specials. No reservations necessary.

Ponderosa Steakhouse, 562 Washington St., South Attleboro, (508) 399-7250, will serve a brunch buffet from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Dinners will be served from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Featured is a steak and shrimp combo along with an all-you-can-eat buffet for $11.99.

Connecticut

Foxwoods Resort Casino will honor all mothers with a variety of specials offered in its restaurants. Guests will be offered special menus in Al Dente, Veranda Café and Cedars Steak House. At Veranda Café, there will be a three-course fixed menu for $39.95. To make dinner reservations, call (800) FOXWOODS.

Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Uncasville, Conn., (888) 226-7711, www.mohegansun.com, will offer the following: The Longhouse, surf and turf for $55; Pompeii & Caesar, Bamboo Forest, Birches Bar & Grill, Season’s Buffet and Fidelia’s, spring lemon chiffon with berries and short bread; and Sunburst Buffet, brunch from 9 to 11:30 a.m. for $19.99.

Octagon, 625 North Rd., Groton, Conn., (860) 326-0360, www.octagonsteak house.com, will serve brunch with a pasta bar and carved beef station from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is adults, $48; seniors, $36; children 5 to 12, $21.95; and children 5 and under, free.

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