Last-minute ideas for Mother's Day
Buffets will impress Mom
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Low-key, last-minute ideas for Mother's Day lunch:
Blue Mesa Grill: The giant Southwestern-cuisine buffet is surely the best deal in town. The list of chicken-mushroom enchiladas, adobe pie stuffed with chicken, glazed ham, roast brisket, red chile salmon, oodles of salad, Belgian waffles with fresh fruit, huevos rancheros and made-to-order omelets barely scratches the surface. $16.95, with discounted prices for kids. 1600 S. University Drive, Fort Worth; 817-332-6372; and 1586 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake. 817-416-0055; www.bluemesagrill.com
Lightcatcher Winery: Sunday's buffet in the Barrel Room will include everything from chocolate-covered strawberries, fruit and green salads, roasted quail and garlic shrimp to halibut in puff pastry, veal shank confit, cheesecake and chocolate mousse. $35; special kids deals, too. 6925 Confederate Park Road, Fort Worth. 817-237-2626; www.lightcatcher.com
Classic Cafe: Starters include goodies like sweet corn soup or Greek salad; roasted spicy Thai chicken, flat iron steak, tilapia or smoked pork tenderloin; and a dessert special. It's $45, with special pricing for young diners. 504 N. Oak St., Roanoke. 817-430-8185; www.theclassiccafe.com
The Gardens: The restaurant inside the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is a little haven in which to enjoy a lavish buffet that includes various chicken, fish and meat dishes, plenty of vegetable and potato choices, eggs, sausage, bacon, fruit and salads, along with a generous assortment of desserts. $29.95, with special kids prices. 3220 Rock Springs Road, Fort Worth. 817-731-2547; www.gardensrestaurantandcatering.com
