12-05-2025
Mother's Day is coming soon: Take a look at these amazing places to take mom to eat
(Editor's note: This story was updated to provide the correct addresses for San Marcos Mexican Grill.)
Mother's Day is coming soon (May 11), which means it's time to start thinking about the special restaurants where you can take mom.
Here's a look at some options. As always, be sure to check the restaurant's social media page and/or call to see if reservations are necessary, check hours of operation, and get the latest details:
535 Richard Jackson Blvd., Panama City Beach; 850-446-7652;
If you want treat your mom to a nice dinner for her hard work, Firefly is the place. Ranked No. 16 on Yelp's list of the Top 100 romantic restaurants in the United States in 2024, Firefly specializes in locally caught seafood and great steaks.
101 Bluefish Drive, Suite 105., Panama City Beach; 532 N. Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily.
With two Bay County locations, San Marcos Mexican Grill specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine with tacos, fajitas and much more. Drink specials include their delicious house margaritas.
5551 N. Lagoon Drive, Panama City; Open Monday-Saturday @4:30 p.m.; 850-234-2225;
This legendary place is always the right choice for a special occasion. This restaurant specializes in seafood specials.
14521 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach; (850) 634-4884; 11 a.m-10 p.m.
Enjoy terrific seafood while taking in a beautiful view of Panama City Beach. This popular restaurant encourages reservations.
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12627 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach; 850-234-6060; 11 a.m.-1 a.m. daily.
Take mom to brunch and enjoy a beautiful view of the beach at this wonderful restaurant.
'First and foremost, the location itself is a testament to the beauty of Mother Nature,' the Harpoon Harry Restaurant website says. 'With the sugar-white sands and the azure waters of the Gulf as your backdrop, dining at Harpoon Harry's immerses you in the very essence of coastal paradise.'
11535 Hutchison Blvd., Ste 100, Panama City Beach; 850-249-2007; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily.
This Panama City Beach brunch spot is a popular destination for locals and tourists.
'Another Broken Egg Cafe Panama City Beach isn't your typical breakfast, brunch, or lunch restaurant,' the Another Broken Egg Restaurant website says. 'Our passion is delivering uncompromising, southern-inspired culinary innovation and 'craveably' delicious dishes. On our menu, you will find chef-inspired, breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes as well as hand-crafted cocktails, spiked cold brews, mimosas and a full bar.'
(This story was updated because an earlier version included inaccuracies.)
This article originally appeared on The News Herald: 6 great places to take mom on Mother's Day in Bay County
