Celebrate Easter with an elegant brunch at these suburban restaurants
Spring has sprung (it’s there, just look under that pile of snow), and Easter Sunday (April 5) is almost here.
From festive buffets and classic breakfast favorites to creative seasonal menus and family-friendly feasts, restaurants across the suburbs are hosting special holiday brunches.
Whether you’re planning a family gathering or a leisurely meal with friends, here are some of the best spots to enjoy Easter brunch.
Avante Banquets — Fox River Grove
The delectable Easter Champagne Brunch comes with bottomless champagne, as well as a huge buffet of offerings. Seatings are available every 30 minutes between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The menu includes traditional breakfast items, salads, smoked ham, prime rib, salmon, chicken, pasta and plenty of sides, plus a dessert buffet. It’s $70 for adults, $30 for kids 7-14, and free for kids 6 and younger. Make a reservation at (847) 287-1006. avantebanquets.com.
Benedict’s La Strata — Crystal Lake
Benedict’s Easter Brunch Buffet will be served during three seatings: 8-8:30 a.m., 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 12:15-12:45 p.m. Discounts are available for the early seating. It’s $37.95 for adults and $15.95 for kids 12 and younger. Reservations are recommended and can be made at (815) 459-6500. benedictseggs.com.
The Blossom Cafe — Norridge
Hop in for dine-in Easter specials including roast leg of lamb, slow-roasted prime rib, bone-in baked ham steak, baked stuffed shrimp, roast pork and halibut. Or take advantage of their take-away packages featuring ham, leg of lamb, roast pork or prime rib. Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Easter, reservations are suggested at (708) 453-5300. theblossomcafe.com/.
Bolingbrook Golf Club — Bolingbrook
Easter Brunch, which will be served from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will include a visit with the Easter Bunny. The buffet features omelet and waffle stations as well as prime rib, carved ham, chicken, seafood, pastas, salads, desserts and Champagne mimosas. The price is $74.99 for adults ($64.99 for club members), $36.99 for kids 4-12 ($26.99 for club members), and free for kids 3 and younger. Reservations are required at (630) 679-5013. bolingbrookgolfclub.com.
Cantigny — Wheaton
Easter Brunch will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Le Jardin in Cantigny Park. The menu includes breakfast favorites; an omelet station; a carving station with prime rib, baked salmon, chicken and ham; salads and fresh fruit; and desserts such as lemon tartlets, carrot cake squares, chocolate layer cake and more. Prices are $62 for ages 11 and older, $27 for kids 4-10, and free for kids 3 and younger. Reservations are required. cantigny.org.
CityGate Grille — Naperville
With Easter Buffet seatings from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., it’s smart to grab reservations early. Besides the breakfast and lunch favorites, the Easter Bunny will be on hand for photos. It’s $75 for adults, $30 for kids 5-12, and free for kids 5 and younger. citygategrille.com/.
City Works Eatery and Pour House — Schaumburg and Vernon Hills
The chef-driven Easter brunch offers specialties such as Bananas Foster Pancakes, Breakfast Flat Bread and a jumbo cinnamon roll with orange cream cheese frosting. At the Vernon Hills location, the Easter Bunny will be making an appearance the day before Easter. cityworksrestaurant.com/.
Concorde Banquets — Kildeer
Concorde’s Easter Sunday Champagne Brunch offers an elegant alternative to hosting at home. Choose from seafood, omelet and carving stations, European pastries, salad bar, sides, kids’ station and fresh fruit, all while sipping a complimentary glass of champagne. It’s $70 for adults, $30 for kids 4-12, and free for kids 3 and younger. Make reservations at (847) 438-0025 or (847) 438-5068. concordebanquets.com/.
The Drake — Oak Brook
Brunch at The Drake is always an elegant affair, and Easter is no exception. Seatings begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m. The menu includes carving stations, a fresh seafood bar, made-to-order omelets, fresh fruit and a dessert station. Prices are $95 for adults, $40 for kids 4-10, and free for kids 3 and younger. Reservations are required. thedrakeoakbrookhotel.com.
Hotel Baker — St. Charles
Easter Sunday Brunch seatings begin at 9 a.m. at the historic Hotel Baker in downtown St. Charles. The menu will offer seasonal dishes, desserts and celebratory cocktails. Call (630) 584-2100 to make a reservation. hotelbaker.com.
Il Mio — Clarendon Hills
Il Mio is launching a one-day-only brunch menu for Easter Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The restaurant promises elevated takes on brunch classics including Italian French toast on challah, lemon ricotta pancakes, steak and eggs and classic eggs Benedict. Enjoy them with sips such as the Grey Goose Bloody Mary or a mimosa. Reservations are available on Resy. eatilmio.com.
LAGO by Fabio Viviani — Lake Zurich
Enjoy chef-crafted eats, signature drinks and more during LAGO’s Easter Day brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A cold bar will feature salads, fruit, seafood and charcuterie, while the brunch bar includes tiramisu French toast, lemon blueberry bread pudding, bacon, sausage and more. Don’t miss the made-to-order omelets, a carving station with prime rib and more. It’s $85 for adults and $20 for kids, with tickets available on OpenTable. Add-ons include a mimosa flight ($48), bottomless mimosas ($36) or the Dom Mimosa ($350). lagolakezurich.com/.
Lucille at Drury Lane — Oakbrook Terrace
The Easter Brunch Buffet at Lucille, located at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, will be served from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will include a variety of seasonal favorites, live music and more. Children can meet the Easter Bunny and explore the Peter Rabbit Garden, a whimsical play area featuring games, crafts and face painting inspired by Beatrix Potter’s tale. It’s $115 for adults, $40 for kids 5-12, and free for kids 4 and younger. lucillerestaurant.com.
Meson Sabika — Naperville
This Spanish restaurant is offering a four-course prix fixe meal for Easter featuring hot and cold tapas, an entree and dessert. It’s $99 per person. mesonsabika.com.
Moretti’s — Barrington, Bartlett, Elgin, Fox Lake, Hoffman Estates, Lake in the Hills, Mt. Prospect, Rosemont, Schaumburg and Wheeling
Easter Dinner Made Easy is the motto at Moretti’s, with options including baked ham, pork chop Romano, pan-seared Atlantic salmon, herb-roasted double chicken breast and carrot cake for dessert. morettisrestaurants.com/easter.
Morton Arboretum — Lisle
Dine on a buffet-style brunch with a view of the flowers and plants that bloom around Meadow Lake at the Morton Arboretum. Seatings are at 9 and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The menu will have a variety of breakfast and lunch options. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance to take photos and hand out cookies. It’s $82 for ages 13 and older, $48 for kids 3-12, and free for kids 2 and younger. mortonarb.org.
Port Edward — Algonquin
Port Edward will host an Easter Champagne Brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Similar to the restaurant’s weekly Sunday brunches, the menu will include a plethora of seafood, including oysters on the half shell, shrimp Etouffee, snow crab legs, salmon and more; a hand-carving station with prime rib and turkey; soups, salads, a dessert station and more. It’s $70 for adults, $20 for kids 5-12, and free for kids 4 and younger. Make a reservation at (847) 658-5441. portedward.com/champagne-brunch/.
Prairie Grass Cafe — Northbrook
The Easter Buffet Brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Each guest will start off with the Signature Benedict, featuring poached egg, spinach and roasted tomato Hollandaise, before moving on to the buffet that includes dishes from elegant to comforting, including deviled farm eggs, slow-braised Niman lamb lasagna, fish and chips, sliced glazed local Maple Creek Farm ham, made-to-order omelet and crepe stations and more. It’s $79 for adults and $39 for kids 10 and younger. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made at (847) 205-4433. prairiegrass.cafe.
The Turf Room — North Aurora
Easter Brunch will be served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Traditional breakfast items such as bacon, sausage, French toast, eggs, and waffle and omelet stations will be available. Lunch dishes include a carving station with prime rib, smoked ham and stuffed turkey breast, a pizza station, salads and a variety of desserts. It’s $60.95 for adults, $22.95 for kids 6-12 and $12.95 for kids 5 and younger. Call (630) 906-9300 for reservations. theturfroomrestaurant.com.
Two Brothers Roundhouse — Aurora
Two Brothers Roundhouse’s Easter Brunch runs from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features a smoked fish table, omelet station, pasta station, carving station, eggs Benedict, vegetarian options, desserts and a kids’ buffet. It’s $59.99 for adults, $19.99 for kids 3-12, and free for kids 2 and younger. To make a reservation, call (630) 264-2739 or visit twobrothersbrewing.com.