2010: Your guide to Easter Sunday brunches

This list is from Easter brunches available in 2010.

There are plenty of suburban venues to choose from for those wanting to dine out on Easter Sunday. Unless otherwise noted, all brunches take place on Sunday, April 4, 2010.

• Allgauer's, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook, hosts its Easter champagne brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. oysters Rockefeller, iced jumbo shrimp, salads and made-to-order omelets are featured. Cost is $36.95 for adults; $15.95 for children ages 4-12. Call (847) 664-7999 for reservations. northbrookallgauers.com.

• The Arboretum Club, 401 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, offers Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carving stations, French toast, seafood, salads and desserts are featured. Adults receive a complimentary glass of champagne. Cost is $27.95 for adults; $15.95 for children. Those 12 and under or 65 and older get a $5 discount. Call (847) 913-9112 for reservations. arboretumclub.com.

• Aurelio's Pizza at 1455 W. Lake St., in Addison, offers an Easter Sunday buffet from noon to 5 p.m. The cost is $15.95 per person. (630) 889-9560.

• A seafood station and omelets and waffles made-to-order are highlights of the Easter brunch at Birch River Grille, 75 W. Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights. The restaurant hosts its brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $30.95 for adults. Kids 12 and under are $12.95. Kids under 4 eat free. Call (847) 427-4242 for reservations. birchrivergrill.com.

• Carlucci Restaurant, 1801 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, offers an Italian Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Menu highlights include the torta pasqueline or the classic Easter tart. Youngsters can enjoy face painting, an Easter egg hunt, a magician and the Easter Bunny. Reservations are required. Call (630) 512-0990 for costs. carluccirestaurant.com.

• Clementi's, at 602 W. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights, hosts brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fare includes chicken Marsala, meats from a carving station, salad bar, fruit and a dessert bar. Cost is $17.95 for adults; $9.95 for children. Bring your church bulletin, and take $1 off for each person. Call (847) 253-3544 for reservations.

• The Clubhouse of Cary at Cary County Club at 2400 Grove Lane, Cary, offers an Easter champagne brunch with seatings at 9 and 10:30 a.m. and at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. The Easter Bunny will be on hand. Cost is $20.95 for adults; children ages 4-10 are $7.95. Children ages 3 and under are free. Call (847) 639-9494 for reservations.

• Concorde Banquets at 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer, offers an Easter champagne brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dine on quiche, crepes, roast prime eye rib of beef, broiled salmon, pastries and more. Cost is $29.95 adults; children ages 4-12 are $16. Ages 3 and under are free. (847) 438-0025 or concordebanquets.com.

• Dine with a view of Bangs Lake from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Docks Bar and Grill, 313 E. Liberty St., Wauconda. Fare includes eggs Benedict, barbecued ribs, crab legs, oysters and a chocolate fountain. Cost is $26.95 for adults; $14.95 for children ages 7-12. Ages 6 and under are free. (847) 526-3625 or docksbarandgrill.com.

• CityGate Grille, at 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, will offer an Easter brunch prepared by executive chef David Sapp from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Youngsters can have photos taken with real baby bunnies, and the Easter Bunny will visit. Fare includes a prime rib carving station, omelet station, eggs Benedict, seafood bar, salad bar and more. Cost is $28 for adults; $12 for kids. Children 5 and under eat free. Reservations are recommended. (630) 718-1010 or citygategrille.com.

• Sample authentic, regional Mexican cuisine at an Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fonda Isabel at 18W333 Roosevelt Road in Lombard. Fare includes chicken flautas, pollo tango mango, soups, salads, quesadillas, an omelette station and more. Cost is $19.95. Call (630) 691-2222 for reservations.

• An Easter champagne brunch buffet is featured from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fountain Blue, at 2300 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines. Carving, salad and omelet stations are highlights, along with an ice cream sundae station and chocolate fountain. Cost is $28.95 for adults; $16 for kids, ages 4-12. Children ages 3 and under are free. Call (847) 298-3636 for reservations.

• The Fresh 1800 restaurant in the Hyatt Regency Woodfield at 1800 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg, offers Easter brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu includes freshly baked breads and pastries, made-to-order waffles and omelets, poached shrimp cocktail, fresh fish, ham and more. Adults are $32.95; children are $14.95. Children under 5 are free. Call (847) 517-6930 for reservations.

• Grazie! at 1050 E. Oakton in Des Plaines, hosts its Easter buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Highlights include champagne, panini French toast, chicken Vesuvio, lox and bagels, fresh fruit and more than 100 specialties. Adults are $24.95; children under age 12 are $12.95. Reservations are recommended. Call (847) 299-0011.

• Head to The Garlands of Barrington, at 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington, for a brunch buffet with seatings at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. Executive chef Hans Ladwein is preparing a menu featuring fresh meats, seafood, pastas, eggs, salads, cheeses and desserts. Youngsters can join in an Easter egg hunt and meet the Easter Bunny. The cost is $36.95 for adults. Children ages 10 and under are $13.95. Call (847) 756-3332 for reservations. Visit thegarlands.com.

• Hotel Baker at 100 W. Main St., St. Charles, hosts an Easter brunch. Call the hotline at (630) 337-2100 for all information.

• Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House at 55 S. Main St., in Naperville hosts an Easter champagne brunch with seatings at 9 and 11 a.m. and at 1 and 3 p.m. Dine on fare from a carving station, an omelette station, a buffet line and a sweets station. Adults receive a complimentary glass of champagne. Cost is $35 for adults; children ages 4 to 12 are $14. Children 3 and under are free. Reservations are recommended. Call (630) 548-3764.

• Karma, at 510 E. Route 83 in Mundelein, hosts its Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with fare including bow-tie pasta salad, poached king salmon, peel-and-eat shrimp, cheeses, pancakes, egg dishes, pastries and more. Cost is $26.95 for adults; $12.95 for kids. Those under 5 eat for free. (847) 970-6900 or karmachicago.com.

• Celebrate Easter with a French flair at Le Titi De Paris at 1015 W. Dundee Road, Arlington Heights. Dine from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on fare that includes appetizers, sorbet or salad, entrees such as nut crusted pork tenderloin, slow braised spring lamb shank and cavatappi pasta with vine-ripened tomatoes. Cost is $36-$39 for adults. A special three-course children's menu is available for $15. Call (847) 506-0222 for reservations. letitideparis.com.

• An Easter champagne brunch is offered by the Marriott Chicago Northwest, at 4800 Hoffman Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Seatings run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults are $29.95. Seniors (62 and older) are $23.95. Children 6 to 12 are $16.95. Call (847) 645-9500 for reservations.

• McCormick & Schmick's, at 1140 E. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, will host an Easter brunch featuring benedicts, omelets and baked French toast. A special children's brunch plate is offered for $4.95. Call (847) 517-1616 for information on seatings and costs. mccormickandschmicks.com/chicago.

• Meridian Banquet and Conference Center, at 1701 Algonquin Road in Rolling Meadows, offers its Easter champagne brunch with seatings at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Dine on everything from eggs Benedict and waffles to roasted pork, ham, seafood, salads and desserts. Cost is $30 for adults; children ages 3-11 are $16. (847) 952-8181, or meridianbanquets.com.

• Stop by Meson Sabika, at 1025 Aurora Ave., Naperville, for brunch from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fare includes carving stations and omelettes made-to-order. A special children's buffet is offered, along with an Easter egg hunt (weather permitting). Cost is $38.95 for adults; children ages 7-14 are $14.95; children under 6 are free. (630) 983-3000 or mesonsabika.com.

• The Morton Arboretum at 4100 Route 53, Lisle, offers Easter brunch with seatings at 9:30 a.m., noon and 2:30 p.m. Fare includes carved roast beef, honey-glazed ham, tilapia and more. The Easter Bunny will be on hand. A cash bar is available. Cost is $31-$43. Call (630) 968-0074 or visit mortonarb.org. The Morton Arboretum is also hosting its Breakfast with the Bunny from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 2, and Saturday, April 3. The meal includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, fresh fruit and beverages. The Easter Bunny will visit. Cost is $26 per child and $32 per adult. (630) 725-2066 or mortonarb.org.

• Niche Restaurant, at 14 S. Third St., Geneva, hosts an Easter brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with breakfast pastries and a choice of six main-menu dishes. The cost is $35 for adults; $10 for children ages 12 and under. Reservations will be taken on the half-hour beginning at 10:30 a.m. (630) 262-1000 or nichegeneva.com.

• Pamela's Parkside Grill, at 27 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights, offers an Easter brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a dinner from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call (847) 394-2728 for reservations. Visit pamelasparkside.com.

• Pinstripes at either 1150 Willow Road in Northbrook or at 100 W. Higgins Road in South Barrington, hosts an Easter brunch buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fare includes create-your-own-omelets, carving stations, waffles and a chocolate fountain. Kids can dine on macaroni and cheese, French fries and pizza. Cost is $26 for adults. Children ages 6-12 are $12. Children under 5 are free. (847) 480-2323, (847) 844-9300 or pinstripes.com.

• Shaw's Crab House at 1900 E. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, offers an Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with classic breakfast fare, plus Shaw's specialties. An omelet and waffle kitchen, a carving station, a cold seafood bar and a sweet table are highlights. Cost is $49.99 for adults (includes a complimentary mimosa or bloody mary); kids 12 and younger eat for free (limit two children per adult). For reservations, call (847) 517-2722.

• Stop by Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue, at 800 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for made-to-order omelets, eggs Benedict, smoked salmon and shrimp, baby back ribs and much more. Adults are $29.99. Children (ages 8-12) are $14.99. Call (847) 437-9555 for reservations. sbrbbq.com.

• Tramonto's Steak and Seafood, at 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., in Wheeling, hosts its Easter brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dine on honey-glazed ham, roasted prime rib, jumbo shrimp cocktail, fresh sushi rolls and made-to-order omelettes. The Easter Bunny will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $36.95 for adults and $12.95 for children ages 3 to 12. Call (847) 777-6575 for reservations. westinnorthshore.com.

• Truffles Grove at 360 N. Rohlwing Road, Itasca, hosts a champagne Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A carving table of prime rib and ham, smoked fish, lasagna, mashed potatoes, cold salads and desserts are highlights. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Cost is $22.95 for adults; children ages 3-10 are $10.95. Call (630) 773-9650 for reservations.

• Va Pensiero Restaurant in the Historic Margarita Inn at 1566 Oak Ave., Evanston, hosts an Easter brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and an Easter dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. The menu includes grilled lamb loin, eggs Benedict, lobster bisque, spaghetti with crumbled Italian sausage and more. Cost is $38 per person. A special children's menu is available for $15. Call (847) 475-7779 for reservations.

• Roselle's Villaggio Ristorante at 1242 West Lake St., Roselle, hosts an Easter buffet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dine on everything from shrimp cocktail and stuffed mushrooms to roasted lamb, pork loin and cheese ravioli. Guests can also order from the regular menu. Cost is $28.95 for adults. Kids ages 4 to 10 are $12.95. Children 3 and under are free. Call (630) 671-9000 for reservations. villaggioonline.com.

• Vittorio De Roma, at 154 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, offers Easter brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Honey glazed ham, French toast, roasted chicken and a dessert table are highlights. Cost is $19.95 for adults. Children ages 10 and under are $12.95. Call for reservations. (847) 991-7006 or vittorioderoma.com.