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Thursday, May 07, 2026

 

Happy May, everyone. The fifth month of 2026 is somehow already here, and we've got lots on deck this week, from where to take Mom for a special meal to news about a Vietnamese coffee shop to a look at Tampa Bay's top events.

DINING GUIDE

[MARTHA ASENCIO-RHINE | Times (2021)]

Ideas for where to eat this Mother's Day weekend

If you haven't made a reservation for Mother's Day breakfast, lunch or dinner Sunday, you may have a tough time finding one. But for those in scramble mode, this is a good place to start.

If you do have plans to take the mom(s) in your life out for a special meal, enjoy! One of my favorite ways to celebrate the day is with afternoon tea, so I'm hoping to hit up one of these spots.

Here are some other things moms may enjoy this festive weekend.

A nice happy hour. Better yet, suggest she go with some friends after a fun day with the fam. 

Looking for something more family-friendly? We rounded up some of the area's best mocktails, if you're looking to get a little indulgent sans alcohol.

How about a day at the beach? The weather is still pretty gorgeous for a coastal outing any time of day. Pack up some Publix subs for lunch, spread out on the sand, then plan to hit one of these eateries for dinner.

Check out what else is going on in food and dining:

☕ Say hello to more coffee: Say Coffee House is brewing traditional Vietnamese coffee in St. Petersburg's Grand Central District.