MOTHER'S DAY brunch, May 14, strikes fear into the hearts of line cooks and waiters, but don't let that stop you. Mom will love you for it. Check out these top spots. Better make your reservations now.

Bella Saratoga 14503 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408.741.5115.

California Cafe 50 University Ave, Los Gatos. 408.354.8118.

Il Fornaio 302 S. Market St, San Jose. 408.271.3366.

Hayes Mansion 200 Edenvale Ave, San Jose. 408.226.3200.

Spago Palo Alto 265 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto. 408.833.1000.

Send a letter to the editor about this story.