Mother's Day is rapidly approaching and you had better not drop the ball on being prepared. What are you getting your mom, wife, aunt, whoever the most important moms are in your daily life?

An article published earlier this week, "Study Says This Is What Illinois Moms Want For Mother’s Day," proves you need to be right here right now.

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SPOILER ALERT: MOM MIGHT NOT WANT TO COOK

On the list mentioned above, one of the gifts for mom includes taking her out for breakfast, lunch, or brunch. Do not make her cook and do not cook in front of her or she might take over the task on her own. This is why you need to make dining reservations stat. If you've not yet done this you've found yourself at the right place.

4 Of America's Best Mother's Day Brunch Restaurants

Two reasons to make that brunch reservation now is because the number of reservations in 2021 has increased quite a bit since before the pandy wandy. The restaurants listed below are of the top 100 places in the country. This list also includes how to make a reservation.

[Note: There are no Wisconsin restaurants on the list. Ope!]

  • Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
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Located at 2307 E Lincoln Hwy in New Lenox, Cooper's is one of America's largest wine clubs with "seasonally inspired dishes."

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant via Facebook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant via Facebook
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The restaurant is described as "handcrafted wines and modern casual dining." Make a reservation here.

  • Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
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Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!, at 2024 N Halsted St. in Chicago, is the windy city's first Spanish tapas restaurant.

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If mom is a foodie she will love their authentic Spanish cuisine. The setting sounds like an experience all by itself, it's described as "a warm, hip setting enhanced by lively music." Make a reservation here.

  • Cabra Chicago
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Don't be confused, Cabra Chicago is a year-round rooftop restaurant above Cira at 200 N Green Street in Chicago.

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Want to try this deliciousness for yourself (with your mom of course)? You can make a reservation for this Peruvian-inspired restaurant here.

  • 3 Arts Club Care at RH Chicago
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There's another hidden gem inside RH Chicago at 1300 N Dearborn Street. It sounds pretty swanky.

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The inside is STUNNING.

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The menu is "ingredient-driven" and features artisans wines and craft beers. Make a reservation here.

Check out the full list by OpenTable.

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