If your plans include dining out for Mother’s Day, best to make your reservations sooner rather than later. After the year that was, everyone is looking forward to celebrating! Here’s some suggestions from members of our Island Directory:
The Flying Goat
With wonderful scenic views from the Shelter Island Club House porch, The Flying Goat is a perfect place to bring Mom for a special weekend dinner or brunch. Mothers will receive a complimentary mimosa with their meal. The new spring menu is sure to please for a lovely outing. Hours: Lunch and dinner daily (closed Wednesday) noon to 8 PM
631-749-5404 | 26 Sunnyside Drive | flyinggoatrestaurant.com
Vine Street Café
Guests can select from a classic brunch menu with items like VSC eggs benedict or chicken and waffles, complimented with a specialty coffee or mimosa. For dinner, the traditional menu will be available. Reservations are recommended for dining indoors or out. Takeout and gift cards also available. Hours: Thursday to Monday, 5 PM to 9 PM, Friday and Sunday to 10 PM, Mother’s Day Brunch, 11:30 AM to 3 PM
631-749-3210 | 41 South Ferry Road | vinestreetcafe.com
Isola
If your mother loves Mediterranean specialties, look no further than Isola. Mothers enjoy a glass of bubbly on the house for all dine-in meals and complimentary sweets after dinner, plus live music. Reservations strongly recommended, indoor and outdoor dining, gift cards available. Hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 5 PM to 9 PM, Friday and Sunday to 10 PM
631-749-9036 | 16 Grand Avenue | isola.com
Stars Café
Custom cakes by Lydia are a shoe-in for pleasing Mom but don’t stop there because Stars cafe has an extensive classic and Tex-Mex menu for breakfast and lunch plus the new Thursday burger night. In addition to food items, Stars offer apparel, coffee mugs, gift certificates and gift baskets. Call for family platters, catering requests and please order baked goods by May 5.
Hours: Daily, 6 AM to 4 PM, Thursday take out only, 5 PM to 7 PM
631-749-5345 | 17 Grand Avenue | starscafeshelterisland.com
Shelter Island Slice
Slice is offering $13 entrees for Mother’s Day. Check out the expanded menu with pasta dishes, soups, salads and antipasto, subs, gluten-free pizza and desserts. Dine in, take away, grab a gift card or try a “make at home pizza kit” to give Mom a delicious day. Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM, Sunday, noon to 8 PM
631-749-9292 | 3 North Ferry Road | shelterislandslice.com
Marie Eiffel Market
Choose from the prepared items — like crab cakes, shrimp cocktail, rack of lamb, lobsters, filet mignon, bouillabaisse, and Peking duck — or from a selection of fresh fish, meats, gourmet cheeses and artisanal breads to make a lovely Mother’s Day meal at home. Plan to order two days in advance for specials and custom cakes. Take away, or enjoy out door seating sidewalk style or dockside over looking Dering Harbor. Hours: Thursday to Monday, 7 AM to 5 PM
631-749-0003 | 184 N. Ferry Road | marieeiffelmarket.com
Shelter Island Pharmacy Soda Fountain
Comfort food classics are a home run for Mother’s Day, and the Soda Fountain offers breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, and more. Or, try a lunch special along with a delicious milkshake. Give Mom a night off with a takeout meal, available Monday and Thursday — order by 3 PM for pickup by 5 PM. Call for specials. Gift cards available. Hours: daily from 8:30 AM to 2, on Sunday to noon.
631-749-0445 | 19 Grand Avenue | follow us on Instagram
