Nora Ephron, writer of Sleepless in Seattle and other beloved rom-coms, once said her mother believed that if you worked hard, someone else would do the cooking for you. On Sunday, May 11, our real estate agents suggest that you show your appreciation for Mom's hard work by treating her to brunch at these special restaurants around the Quad Cities and beyond.

• Foundry Food + Tap - 5055 Competition Drive, Bettendorf, IA 52722
  You won't see any molten metal at Foundry Food + Tap. This popular restaurant, only minutes from Bettendorf homes for sale, casts high-quality ingredients and molds them into fresh, flavorful dishes. Choose from sweet and savory brunch dishes such as Bananas Foster French toast, deviled egg avocado toast, and two types of lobster rolls. Enjoy bottomless mimosas, mules, and Marys for only $11.99. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Roses & Berries Cafe - 4340 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA 52002
  

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  Say "bonjour" to the delicious French pastries that are part of the diverse cuisine at Roses & Berries Cafe. Founder Yaman Salem honored the inspiration she received from her father by incorporating his love of flowers in the decor. Mediterranean specialties such as shakshuka and tartines appear on the brunch menu along with croissants, eclairs, pain au chocolat, and other delectable baked goods. The cafe is also a nice place to start a day of touring Dubuque homes for sale. Hours are 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday.
• Café d'Marie - 614 W. 5th St., Davenport, IA 52801
  Can't take Mom to Europe? Bring Europe to Mom with a Continental-influenced brunch at Café d'Marie, right down the street from Davenport homes for sale. Dr. DeAnna Marie Walter and Rick Kimmel transformed their mid-19th-century home into a charming cafe serving quiches, paninis, wraps, and freshly-baked cinnamon rolls. Pair your meal with a specialty latte or soothing cup of tea. Hours are 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
• Fifth Avenue Syndicate Bistro & Bar - 1630 Fifth Ave., Moline, IL 61265
  As befitting the location in the Axis Hotel, housed in a stunning Art Deco Building, Fifth Avenue Syndicate Bistro & Bar recreates the "cocktail culture" of the 1920s. In addition to a bountiful buffet, brunch at Fifth Avenue includes a limited menu of favorites such as eggs Benedict and biscuits and gravy. Afterward, get Mom's advice as you view Moline homes for sale. Hours for Mother's Day brunch are 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• The Dandy Lion - 111 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA 52240
  

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  Come for the clever name and stay for the delightful ambiance, friendly service, and mouthwatering food at The Dandy Lion, just around the corner from Iowa City homes for sale. Customers declare that the famous house-baked cinnamon rolls alone are worth the visit, but don't stop there. Other favorites include the Lodger Special, a bed of hash piled high with eggs, sausage, pimento cheese, and tomato gravy, and an inventive charcuterie sandwich served on focaccia bread. The Dandy Lion is open from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. every day but Tuesday.
• Sunrise Cafe - 906 6th Ave., DeWitt, IA 52742
  Treat Mom to some of the same soul-warming comfort food classics she's been preparing for years. For more than a quarter of a century, family-owned Sunrise Cafe has been offering traditional "home" cooking to hungry guests near DeWitt homes for sale. The whole family will love the cafe's signature French toast and pancake dishes with M&M's, Oreos, fruit, and other luscious add-ins. Hours are 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily except Sunday, when closing time is 2 p.m.
• Old Town Family Restaurant - 2107 Camanche Ave., Clinton, IA 526732
  On her special day, Mom should have everything she wants. Start things out the right way with brunch at Old Town Family Restaurant, not far from Clinton homes for sale. For only $9.95, Mom can custom-build her breakfast with a choice of three items from among eggs, corned beef hash, biscuits, and dozens of other favorites. She can also go with the aptly-named Mama Special, which comes with one egg, one strip of bacon, one sausage link, and one pancake for $6.95. Old Town is open from 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. every day but Sunday, when doors close at 2 p.m.
• Crosby's - 1028 3rd St., Suite 1, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
  

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  Crosby's bills itself as offering "fancy food and casual vibes," making it a place where the whole family can relax over a wonderful meal in comfy surroundings. Located in the historical NewBo District near Cedar Rapids homes for sale, Crosby's has become a beloved member of the local community. Brunch classics get an updated spin with dishes like coffee-cured salmon Benedict, French dip omelet, and hot honey chicken & waffles. Brunch is served from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. each weekend.
• Maxwell's On The River - The Merrill Hotel, 119 W. Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA 52761
  Perched on the banks of the mighty Mississippi, Maxwell's On The River specializes in "new classic American" cuisine prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is named for Maxwell Stanley, a much-loved and influential member of the community around Muscatine homes for sale. Dine on upscale dishes such as brisket hash, chicken & cakes, and sesame-crusted ahi tuna. Brunch hours are 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
• Wake N Bake Breakfast Company - 713 Jefferson St., Burlington, IA 52601
  In 2019, when the restaurant had been open only nine months, Wake N Bake Breakfast Company received the Main Street Iowa Business of the Year award. Owners Barbie Jackson and Brandy Hamilton established a name for themselves around Burlington homes for sale by serving house-made donuts and other brunch treats in a warm, welcoming environment. Brunch hours are 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

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