Celebrating Mother’s Day with brunch? Five Chittenden County restaurants to check out.

Vermont has loosened up some of its COVID-19 restrictions for eating at restaurants, just in time for Mother’s Day.

People who do not live with their mothers, but would like to take them out to eat, are allowed to do so under the state’s current rules as multiple households are allowed to dine together at restaurants. Restrictions have loosened as more Vermonters become vaccinated against COVID-19. 

Restaurants across the state are currently taking reservations for Mother’s Day, including for brunch. Some have specialized menus for the occasion. 

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Eggs Benedict is a common brunch staple.

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Below are five restaurants in Chittenden County open on  Mother’s Day and some important things to know before going.

Barkeaters Restaurant

Where: 97 Falls Road, Shelburne

What to know: The restaurant is open for Mother’s Day brunch from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. They are asking patrons to make reservations for brunch online at barkeatersrestaurant.com. 

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Jericho Cafe and Tavern

Where: 30 Vermont Route 15, Jericho

What to know: As of Thursday, Mother’s Day reservations were still available at the Jericho eatery, which is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at 802-899-2223. More information and menus can be found at jerichocafeandtavern.com. 

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Jules on the Green

Where: 1 Commonwealth Avenue, Essex

What to know: Jules on the Green is offering its full menu, plus it has a special $40 three-course meal for Mother’s Day. The menu is posted on the restaurant’s website, julesvt.com/menu. The restaurant will be open between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, with its last seating at 3 p.m. Reservations can also be made on the restaurant’s website or by calling 802-857-5994. 

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Leunig’s Bistro on Church Street in Burlington on Feb. 5, 2020.

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Where: 115 Church Street, Burlington

What to know: Leunig’s is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Mother’s Day brunch. Reservations can be made either by calling 802-863-3759 or by visiting the restaurant’s website, leunigsbistro.com. The restaurant is requiring patrons to wear masks anytime they are not seated at a table. 

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Pauline’s Cafe

Where: 1834 Shelburne Road, South Burlington 

What to know: Dine-in and take-out reservation slots are limited for Mother’s Day brunch at Pauline’s. Reservations can be made on the restaurant’s website, paulinescafe.com or by calling 802-862-1081.

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