Mother's Bistro's Bakery – American
This charming haven reimagines the soulful warmth of a mother’s kitchen, where the air is thick with the aroma of golden buttermilk biscuits and the cheerful clinking of coffee mugs. Guests gather over generous plates of velvety frittatas and savory wild salmon hash, while the kitchen transforms farm-fresh eggs into artful scrambles and zesty, spice-kissed migas. It is a place where every bite feels like a nostalgic embrace, turning a simple morning meal into a vibrant celebration of home-cooked tradition.
Southwest Washington Street +15034641122 https://www.mothersbistro.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, kosher, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, atkins, south-beach, gerd, low-cholesterol, alkaline, tlc, aip, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the well-seasoned desserts and beautiful presentation, frequently noting how the relaxed vibe creates a satisfying atmosphere for a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the friendly and attentive service, with many guests praising the staff for their helpful menu recommendations that enhance the overall experience.
Menu
Breakfast Specialties
- Lox Platter - $22: house-cured salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers, tomatoes, toasted bagel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Farm Fresh Eggs - $12: cooked to order, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buttermilk Biscuits & Sausage Gravy - $19: housemade biscuits, two eggs cooked to order Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Greek Frittata - $20: open-faced three-egg omelet, spinach, feta, kalamata olives, tomatoes, garlic, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lorraine Frittata - $21: open-faced three-egg omelet, bacon, caramelized onions, swiss, sour cream, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Three Little Pig Scramble - $19: bacon, ham, pork apple sausage, cheddar, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Marinated Portabella Scramble - $21: sautéed spinach, asiago cheese, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Migas - $20: jack cheese, onions, peppers, corn tortilla strips, chipotle sour cream, housemade salsa, green onions, roasted potatoes, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Wild Salmon Hash - $21: leeks, potatoes, cream, two eggs cooked to order, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tofu Hash - $19: tofu, onions, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, spinach, mushrooms, garlic, whole wheat toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $20: onions, potatoes, spinach, horseradish cream, two eggs cooked to order, whole wheat toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Nachos - $14: roasted potatoes, bacon, caramelized onions, cream, cheddar, sour cream, green onions Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $14: two scratch-made fluffy pancakes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $10: crispy on the outside, tender on the inside Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crunchy Challah French Toast - $12: corn-flake dipped, grilled golden brown Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bob's Red Mill Slow-Cooked Oatmeal - $12: brown sugar, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Starters & Small Plates
- Pierogi - $15: handmade potato dumplings, sautéed onions, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dungeness Crab Cake - $10: green onions, celery, bacon, creole mustard sauce, coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini - $15: batter-dipped, parmesan cheese, tomato basil sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Irish Nachos - $14: roasted potatoes, bacon, caramelized onions, cream, cheddar, sour cream, green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Pita - $15: tomato, cucumber, red chili paste, kalamata olive Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $14: caramelized onions, flour tortilla, chipotle sour cream, jack cheese, green onions, honey-lime dressed greens Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom’s Chopped Chicken Liver - $13: pâté style, served with crackers Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Soup du Jour - $12: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Belle’s Matzoh Ball Soup - $12: Traditional matzoh ball soup Dietary tags: Kosher, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Soup - $12: Classic chicken noodle Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar Salad - $16: romaine, parmesan, housemade garlic croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast Cobb Salad - $19: boiled egg, bacon, avocado, tomato, blue cheese, romaine, choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Chopped Salad - $18: marinated grilled chicken breast, tomato, red onion, avocado, cheddar, crispy tortilla strips, romaine, honey-lime vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $16: tomato, kalamata olive, feta, red onion, dill, celery, romaine, anchovy red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $12: feta, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, red onion, organic greens, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Five-Hour Braised Pot Roast - $29: red wine gravy, smashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Chicken - $28: spiced buttermilk brined Cascade Natural breast, country gravy, smashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom’s Meatloaf & Gravy - $28: natural ground beef, smashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Dumplings - $25: slow-stewed chicken, herb dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10-Oz Hand Cut Steak Frites - $38: grilled rib-eye, mâitre d’hotel butter, housemade french fries, sautéed spinach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Natural Beef Burger - $18: housemade sesame bun, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, mayonnaise, housemade french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Of The Day: today's local catch Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Bistro Bowls
- Chicken or Vegan Tofu Stir-Fry - $21: onions, peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, zucchini, carrots, green onions, choice of soy-ginger or coconut green curry, jasmine rice or spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Wild Salmon Bowl - $23: broccoli, carrots, sesame seeds, green onions, chili-soy sauce, jasmine rice or spinach Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken Breast - $21: chopped israeli salad, chickpeas, kalamata olives, feta, tzatziki drizzle, jasmine rice or spinach Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Classic Macaroni & Cheese - $16: creamy cheddar sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni & Cheese of the Day: chef’s creation Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Honey Cured Bacon - $7 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork Apple Sausage - $7 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Housemade French Fries - $7: served with spicy aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashed Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Devil’s Food Cake - $10: moist chocolate cake, rich chocolate ganache frosting, whipped cream, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Crème Brûlée - $10: rich creamy vanilla custard, “burnt” sugar
- Hot Fudge Sundae - $10: three scoops housemade vanilla ice cream, fudge sauce, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Seasonal Fruit Crisp/Cobbler - $12: served warm with housemade vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Steph's Bloody Mary - $10: house-infused pepper & jalapeño vodka, secret bloody concoction Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Elderflower Sparkler - $10: St. Germain liqueur, sparkling wine, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Mimosa - $8: sparkling wine, fresh-squeezed orange juice, dash strawberry syrup
- Aperol Spritz - $9: Aperol liqueur, prosecco, rocks, orange twist
Frequently Asked Questions about Mother's Bistro's Bakery
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, wild salmon hash, crunchy challah French toast, breakfast nachos, and various frittatas.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The relaxed vibe, friendly service, and diverse menu featuring pancakes and waffles make this moderate-priced American bistro suitable for families.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant's website is https://www.mothersbistro.com, though the provided information does not specify if online ordering is available.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the well-seasoned desserts, beautiful presentation, and friendly, attentive service that enhances the relaxed, casual atmosphere.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the well-seasoned desserts, beautiful presentation, and friendly, attentive service that creates a satisfying and relaxed casual atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, wild salmon hash, frittatas, migas, and the crunchy challah French toast.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Mother's Bistro's Bakery has an overall average rating of 4.0/5, reflecting positive feedback for its food and service quality.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Roasted potatoes and breakfast nachos both accommodate multiple diets, including gluten-free, nut-free, and sugar-free options for health-conscious diners.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Mother's Bistro's Bakery is a moderate-priced ($$) American restaurant offering a variety of breakfast and bakery items.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors can expect a relaxed American bistro atmosphere with friendly service, well-seasoned desserts, and diverse dietary options.
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