2015: Make your reservations now for Easter brunches

Blossom Cafe

There is no buffet but there will be a special Easter menu at the restaurant that includes twin filet mignon Oscar, baked stuffed shrimp, ham and prime rib. The restaurant is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Blossom Cafe, 8349 W. Lawrence Ave, Norridge, (708) 453-5300 or theblossomcafe.com.

Carlucci Rosemont

Carlucci Rosemont hosts a brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with seafood, prime rib, carving station, traditional favorites and more. $44.95 adults, $16.99 children, under 5 eat free. Tax and gratuity not included. Carlucci Rosemont, 6111 N. River Road, Rosemont. (847) 518-0990 or carluccirosemont.com.

Chandler's Chophouse

Enjoy Chandler's Chophouse's Easter menu from 1 to 8 p.m. with starters like the Korean bbq filet mignon skewers, for $9.49; entree choices include the 12-ounce prime rib for $25.99; carved leg of lamb for $18.99; surf and turf for $29.99; Baby back ribs, half slab $14.99 and full slab $19.99; chicken Romano, herb-crusted chicken medallions served over garlic mashed potatoes with asparagus, bruschetta tomatoes and lemon Parmesan butter sauce for $15.99. All entrees include choice of soup, house salad or Caesar salad, fresh baked ciabatta bread and choice of dessert. Add a mimosa for $6.50 per drink. Chandler's Chophouse, 401 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. (847) 885-9009 or chandlerschophouse.com. ​

Concorde Banquets

Food options include omelets, quiche, lox, roasted leg of lamb, maple-glazed ham, chicken piccata, broiled salmon and a lot more. Adult guests enjoy a glass of champagne as well. $36.95 for adults, $18 for children 4 to 12. Concorde, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. (847) 438-0025.

The Courtyard Banquets

The Courtyard Banquets hosts an Easter breakfast buffet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. that includes traditional breakfast items like Belgian waffles, French toast, meats, biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash, cereals, yogurt, fresh fruit, sweets and more. $13.95 adults and $8.95 kids. The Courtyard Banquets and Catering, 3S200 State Road, Warrenville. (630) 393-3130. courtyardbanquets.com.

David's Bistro

David's Bistro does Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with offerings like carved honey roasted ham, turkey, and pork tenderloin with bistro sauces; made-to-order omelets, assorted frittatas, bistro pasta, whole smoked salmon, fresh pastries, French toast, bacon, sausage, coffee, juice and mimosas. $24.95 per person, $12 children 6-12, children 5 and under: free. David's Bistro, 883 Main St., Antioch. (847) 603-1196 or davidsbistro.com.

Deka Restaurant

Deka Restaurant offers an Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It includes an omelette bar, chicken framboise, eggs Benedict, charcuterie and fromage crepes, mini griddle farmer cheese pancakes, black cherry-stuffed crepes, apple smoked bacon, four-hour corned beef hash, chef carved sea salt sliced tenderloin, cold seafood station, salad bar, beef stroganoff, four-cheese mashed potatoes, tiramisu fresh toast and more. $44 adults, $22 ages 5-13; 4 and under eat for free. Tax and gratuity not included. Deka Restaurant, 401 E. Dundee Road, Wheeling. (847) 520-3352 or dekarestaurant.com.

Devon Seafood+Steak

From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., enjoy Devon Seafood+Steak's prix fixe menu for $40. Begin with a salad or seafood bisque. Entrees include maple roasted Atlantic salmon, petite filet with seared sea scallops, or jumbo lump crabcakes, a 14-ounce bone-in pork chop and more. Includes a dessert of vanilla bean creme brulee, lava cake, berries and cream, or apple croustade. Devon Seafood + Steak, 17W400 22nd St., Oakbrook Terrace. (630) 516-0180 or devonseafood.com.

Eaglewood Resort

Carved prime rib, leg of lamb, cooked-to-order eggs, a seafood bar and more await those dining 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the resort. The kids will find a full children's buffet and they can check out egg-decorating, an egg hunt and photo ops with the Easter Bunny. $34.95 adults, $18.95 kids. Eaglewood Resort, 1401 Nordic Road, Itasca, (630) 694-5942 or www.eaglewoodresort.com.

El Tapeo

El Tapeo at Le Meridien hotel hosts an a la carte Easter brunch with Spanish flair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Easter dishes include Iberico eggs Benedict served with shaved Iberico ham, tomato jam, cheddar biscuits and crispy poached eggs; or the signature Spanish omelet with roasted mushrooms, spinach, artichoke and goat cheese. Children enjoy a special Easter movie viewing, coloring, a cookie station and take home goody bags with Easter candy and treats. El Tapeo in Le Meridien Chicago — Oak Brook Center, 2100 Spring Road, Oak Brook. (630) 828-2044 or eltapeorestaurant.com.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse hosts Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It includes an appetizer of lobster bisque, a modern Caesar salad or fresh seasonal fruits. Entrees include Fleming's signature eggs Benedict, prime rib with trio of sauces, blue crab omelet, porcini-crusted filet mignon, or baked brioche French toast. Desserts include white chocolate bread pudding, cheesecake, or walnut turtle pie. $40 per person. Each person receives a $25 dining card for a future visit. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire. (847) 793-0333 or flemingssteakhouse.com.

Fogo de Chao

Make Easter happen at Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse between 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. $48.50 per person or $22.50 for salad bar only. Special pricing for children 12 and under. Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse, 5460 Park Place, Rosemont. (847) 678-7200 or fogodechao.com.

Found

Found Kitchen and Social House hosts a family-style Easter lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or a standard a la carte menu with specials at dinner from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Easter specials include kale with Swiss chard salad with cranberries, candied nuts and seeds; carrot and chai spice bread with bacon cheddar biscuits and honey butter; pan-roasted salmon with crispy polenta, arugula and Meyer lemon; smoked Slagel farm ham with scalloped potatoes and red-eye gravy; roasted cauliflower and eggplant Provencal with wheat berries, almonds and mustard vinaigrette; and Easter strata with kale, pleasant ridge reserve, brioche, and egg; desserts include black bottom coconut cream bars, key lime bars and rainbow meringues with white chocolate. Family style-menu costs $38 for adults; $18 for kids. Found Kitchen and Social House, 1631 Chicago Ave., Evanston. (847) 868-8945 or foundkitchen.com.

The Happ Inn

The Happ Inn hosts an Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. that includes a choice of entree and unlimited appetizers, salads and desserts. The buffet includes chicken tortilla soup, guacamole, potato and mushroom taquitos, shrimp ceviche, hummus with fresh veggies, mini spinach quiche, margarita flatbread, and spinach, goat cheese, and sun dried tomato flatbread. Entrees include chicken-fried steak eggs, falafel black bean veggie burger with fries, skirt steak and eggs with roasted potatoes, salmon Nicoise salad, oven roasted whitefish, and fried chicken and fries. The Easter Bunny will pass out treats from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $34.95 adults, $14.95 children. The Happ Inn, 305 Happ Road, Northfield. (847) 784-9200 or thehappinn.com.

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills

The Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills hosts Easter brunch with seatings at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Farm-driven highlights include a charcuterie station, house-cured lox in beet and vodka, citrus and tequila, or traditional cures; brioche French toast with vanilla custard and Belgian waffles, omelets and fresh cracked egg specialties, carved steam ship ham; asparagus, manchego and sun dried tomato strata; brussels sprouts with pepper bacon and maple dressing; baked garlic Parmesan chicken with caponata sauce; a dessert table, and more. An Easter egg hunt and visits with the Easter Bunny are planned for each seating. $39 adults, $17 children 5 to 12, children 4 and under: free. The Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center, 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook. (630) 850-5555 or oakbrookhillsresort.com.

Hyatt Schaumburg

An Easter champagne brunch takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes carving stations with rosemary-crusted leg of lamb and roast beef with black pepper, sea salt and cabernet sauce; a farm fresh egg station; steamed shrimp, seafood salad, or citrus herb rubbed whole roasted salmon; hot buffet selections including brioche French toast filled with bananas foster and bourbon caramel, and herb-crusted codfish with lemon caper bourrée blanc, leek and tomato ragout. A children's buffest includes chicken fingers, macaroni and cheese, cheese pizza, steamed broccoli, chocolate pudding, and flavored milk. A dessert station includes a parfait, chocolate tart, vanilla bean cheesecake, key lime tart, and strawberry rhubarb cupcakes. Create your own Bloody Mary with a variety of mixes and garnishes for $9. $40 per adult, $19.95 per child 6 to 12 years old, 5 and under free. Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, 1800 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. (847) 517-6917. schaumburg.hyatt.com.

Il Poggiolo

Il Poggiolo offers an a la carte brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. that includes egg dishes, pastas, paninis, salads, and entrees such as the fileto di maile, an oven roasted pork tenderloin, braised baby carrots, brussels sprouts, cippolini onions, fingerling potatoes and truffle honey for $27. A children's menu for kids 12 and under includes an entree of French toast sticks, chocolate chip pancakes, a waffle, or egg with toast and potatoes, and a side dish of bacon, turkey sausage or pork sausage. $7. Il Poggiolo, 8 E. First St., Hinsdale. (630) 734-9400 or ilpoggiolohinsdale.com.

Kama Bistro

Kama Bistro's Easter includes contemporary Indian cuisine served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. It includes appetizers served family-style, an unlimited entree buffet, choice of dessert, coffee and tea. The buffet includes chicken tikka masala, lamb rogan josh, mixed vegetable jalfrazee, paneer saag, potato achari, yellow dal, vegetable dal, vegetable biryani, raita, and nans. $30 adults, $15 children. Kama Bistro, 9 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. (708) 352-3300 or kamabistro.com.

Lamb's Farm

Lamb's Farm hosts a buffet with seatings at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. Offerings include breakfast classics, freshly carved meats, fresh fruit and veggies and a dessert table with treats from Magnolia Cafe's bakery. $24.95 adults, $10.95 for ages 2-12, younger eat free. Lamb's Farm, 14245 W. Rockland Road, Libertyville. (847) 362-5050.

Meridian

Seatings are at 10:30 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. for a champagne brunch that includes an omelette station, bread pudding, pancakes abd toppings, a waffle station, carved turkey, shrimp cocktail, oysters, roasted strip sirloin, an ice cream bar and plenty of pastries. $35 for adults, $16 for children 3 to 11. Meridian, 1701 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows, (847) 952-8181, meridianbanquets.com.

Metropolis Ballroom

Metropolis Ballroom hosts brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with reservations being taken every half-hour. The menu includes traditional breakfast items; a Belgium waffle station, omelet station, and carving stations with leg of lamb and honey baked ham; salads like the smoked salmon platter, shrimp and oysters on the half shell, spinach salad with hot bacon dressing; and hot buffet items like the Grecian style chicken, whitefish provencal, rosemary mashed Yukon Gold potatoes, eggplant Parmesan; a kids' station features chicken tenders, penne pasta with marinara sauce, french fries and veggie sticks with hummus. And sweets include cheesecakes and white chocolate and chocolate mousse.$45 adults, $19 children under 11, under 3 free. Metropolis Ballroom of Arlington Heights, 6 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. metropolisballroom.com.

Millrose

The Easter Bunny will hop in during brunch, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items include carved ham, made-to-order omelets, eggs Benedict, waffles, shrimp cocktail and more. $36.95 per adult, $19.95 children 9 to 13 and $10.95 children 5 to 8. Millrose, 45 S. Barrington Road, (847) 382-7673, millroserestaurant.com.

Mon Ami Gabi

Mon Ami Gabi serves a French-inspired Easter breakfast from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Options include quiches and crepes like the classic quiche lorraine made with bacon, Jarlsberg cheese and caramelized onions for $10.95; or the creamy chicken and mushroom crepe with kale and Brie for $12.95. Top your waffle with Nutella, hazelnuts, cocoa and whipped cream for $10.95 or try the blueberry French toast for $11.95. Lunch options include the steak frites, chicken paillard, or the Maine lobster roll. Kids leave with a surprise Easter treat. Mon Ami Gabi, 260 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. (630) 472-1900 or monamigabi.com.

Niche

Niche hosts a three-course Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The first course includes fresh fruit, house-made brioche, or yogurt parfait. Second course includes chorizo cheddar grits, smoked salmon, yeast waffle, frittata, duck egg hash, or steak and eggs. Third course is carrot cake, coconut bunny tail bombe or cream puffs. Sides include brown sugar glazed bacon, roasted asparagus, and mini everything bagels. $46 adults, $23 kids 12 and under. Niche, 14 S. 3rd St., Geneva. (630) 262-1000 or nichegeneva.com.

Pheasant Run Resort

Easter Sunday brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. includes blueberry pancakes, thyme sausage links, home fried potatoes, grand mariner French toast and waffles with strawberries and chantilly cream or leg of lamb in a mint demi-glace, mesquite chicken with a fresh herb chardonnay sauce, and a pasta station. $39.95 adults, $35.95 seniors, $15.95 children 4-12, and children 4 and under: free. A variety of Easter weekend packages are available and include an Easter egg hunt on Saturday and complimentary movie in the Solarium, as well as a petting zoo and Easter Bunny visit on Sunday. Pheasant Run Resort and Spa, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. (630) 584-6300 or pheasantrun.com.

Pinstripes

Pinstripes offers an Easter brunch buffet between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. that includes carved prime rib, a new bruschetta bar, shrimp cocktail and poached salmon, waffles with a choice of toppings, made-to-order omelets, salad bar, chocolate fountain and more. An Easter egg hunt begins at 9 a.m. for candy-filled eggs. The Easter Bunny appears throughout the day to take photos with each guest. $30 per adult; $15 kids 6-12 years old; kids 5 and under free. $3 mimosas and $5 Bloody Mary's also are available. Pinstripes has suburban locations in Oak Brook, South Barrington and Northbrook. Pinstripes.com.

Rack House Kitchen and Tavern

Rack House Kitchen and Tavern cooks up a family brunch buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Easter Sunday with classic barbecue dishes, carving station, omelet station, cheese table, sweets table and more. $26.99 adult and $11.99 kids. Indulge in the Bloody Mary bar for $7, which includes regular and spicy homemade Bloody Mary mix, celery sticks, pickles, peppers, vegetables, shrimp, shaved prime rib and a variety of cheeses. For $5 get a Bloody Mary for a trip down the mimosa bar and its choice of juices. (Standard mimosa costs $3.) Rack House Kitchen and Tavern, 222 E. Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights. (847) 640-7225 or rackhousetavern.com.

Real Urban Barbecue

Let Real Urban Barbecue cook your Easter feast. Choose a salad: Urban Salad, spring salad, strawberry and baby spinach salad, $17 for half pan or $72 for full pan. Entrees are priced by pound and include the smoked bone-in spiral honey ham, hickory smoked pork loin, signature brisket, herb-roasted chicken thyme, rosemary and citrus, smoked all natural turkey breast; choices of sides include oven roasted brussels sprouts with maple syrup, sweet potato souffle honey glazed carrots, broccoli and white cheddar mac-n-cheese, and peach cobbler. Desserts include PEEPS cupcakes or Cadbury egg cupcakes, Easter sprinkle cake balls and lemon chiffon cake balls. Half-pan feeds 12-15 people, full pan feeds 24-30 people. For a full list of items and prices visit Realurbanbbq.com. Real Urban Barbecue has suburban locations in Vernon Hills, Oak Brook and Highland Park.

Shaw's Crab House

Shaw's Easter day includes a brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. that includes an omelet and waffle station with 13 available ingredients, surf and turf station, a cold seafood bar with sushi, oysters, shrimp, smoked salmon, and cold crab. Dinner buffet from 3:30 to 8 p.m. includes the cold seafood and salad bar, a grand hot buffet with seasonal fish, mashed potatoes and crabcakes, a chef's table with slow roasted leg of lamb and beef tenderloin and Alaskan golden king crab. $59 for adults; free for kids 12 and younger. The Easter Bunny visits from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shaw's Crab House, 1900 E. Higgins Road, Schaumburg. (847) 517-2722 or shawscrabhouse.com.

Sullivan's Steakhouse

Sullivan's Steakhouse Lincolnshire hosts a three-course brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Choose one starter from shrimp and lobster bisque, kale salad, market fresh greens, iceberg lettuce wedge, or seasonal fruit parfait. Entrees include the quiche lorraine served with bacon and onion jam, baby green salad and parmesan herb potatoes; lump crabcake benedict; prime rib; lobster basil stuffed shrimp; broiled salmon in a chive beurre blanc; filet mignon; New York strip; roasted balsamic chicken; and roasted rack of lamb. And choose one dessert: New York style cheese cake, bananas foster bread pudding, warm chocolate cake, or key lime pie. $35 per person, excludes beverages, tax and gratuity. Sullivan's Steakhouse, 250 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. (847) 883-0311 or sullivanssteakhouse.com.

Tuscany Oak Brook

Tuscany Oak Brook serves a la carte Easter specials from noon until 9 p.m. Specials include the polpetta di care, roasted eight-ounce meatball in spicy herbs and tomato sauce, melted mozzarella and parmigiana cheese and toasted baguettes crostini for $10. Or the scaloppine di Maile, sauteed boneless pork medallions in rosemary brandy cream sauce, grilled radicchio Treviso, crispy fresh corn polenta for $28; or the cosciotto d'agnello with spinach and pesto stuffed boneless leg of lamb mashed potato, caramelized baby carrots in a demi sauce for $30. Tuscany, 1415 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook. (630) 990-1993 or tuscanychicago.com/tuscany-oakbrook.

Tuscany Wheeling

Tuscany Wheeling hosts an Easter brunch buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with eight stations that include breakfast, seafood, carving, omelet, Italian, dessert, and a kids' station. Coffee, tea, soda and mimosas are included. $39.95 adults, $19.95 children 10 and under. Tuscany 550 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. (847) 465-9988 or tuscanychicago.com/tuscany/wheeling. ​

Weber Grill

Weber Grill in Lombard and Schaumburg serves Easter eats a la carte. Dishes available until 2 p.m. include the iron skillet hash with beef brisket and smoked pork, poblano and sweet peppers, onions, apple wood smoked bacon, potatoes, sunny side up eggs for $11.50; chocolate cherry pretzel bread French toast for $10.50; double smoked bourbon glazed ham benedict with grilled Roma tomato, hollandaise, toasted brioche, grilled asparagus, and hash browns for $12. The kids' brunch plate includes a choice of scrambled eggs or pretzel bread French toast with fresh fruit, tater tots, and apple wood smoked bacon for $6.50. Other options are available all day long, including the house smoked bourbon glazed ham with horseradish cream sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus for $15.95; or wood-roasted leg of lamb with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus, and rosemary jus for $18.95. Weber Grill has suburban locations in Lombard and Schaumburg. Webergrillrestaurant.com.

Westin Itasca

Westin Chicago Northwest hosts Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. that includes harp music and an appearance by the Easter Bunny. Food items include the made-to-order omelet station, eggs Benedict station, carving station, Valle d'Aosta pasta station, breakfast bar, seasonal salads, tapas, cheese and charcuterie, fresh fruit display, seafood, sweet treats, a kids menu and more. $44.95 per adult, $17.95 per child 7-12, 6 and under free. The Westin Chicago Northwest, 400 Park Bvld., Itasca. (630) 773-4000 or westinchicagonorthwest.com. ​

White Deer Run

Enjoy a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. that includes traditional breakfast items; a carving station with roasted boneless leg of lamb with apple mint jelly and a honey and apricot glazed semi-boneless ham; a salad bar that includes additional items like peel and eat shrimp, and a tomato, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella salad; entrees like the salmon cake with rémoulade sauce and braised beef tri-tip with cremini mushrooms, beefsteak tomatoes, northern beans and rapini; as well as kid's items and a dessert buffet. $28.95 adults, $12.95 children 4-12, under 3 free. Tax and gratuity not included. White Deer Run, 250 W. Gregg's Parkway, Vernon Hills. (847) 680-6100 or whitedeergolf.com.