After collecting the eggs and securing your bonnets, head out to enjoy Easter brunch in Chicago! It is one of the best weekends of the year to treat yourself and the family to something delicious. Keep reading for the spots in Chicago that the Easter Bunny approved on April 20th.
Where to get Easter brunch in Chicago this year
Avec
Celebrate easter and the arrival of spring with a prix fixe Mediterranean Coast Easter brunch buffet at avec River North. Chef Dylan Patel and the team are preparing a massive spread filled with house-made pastries by Executive Pastry Chef Natalie Saben, a fresh fruit tower, desserts, and an expanded selection of favorites from avec’s brunch menu. Those looking to elevate their meal with a strong drink can order a cocktail (or two) from their bar menu or a glass from their extensive list of wines from all across Europe.
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Daisies
Visit Daisies, a beloved spot in Logan Square, for Easter brunch featuring award-winning pastries. Partner and pastry chef Leigh Omilinsky kicks off your brunch experience with every table receiving a family-style pastry board featuring treats like Pecan Sticky Buns, Sour Cream Coffee Cake, and Strawberry Cream Scones.
Then, choose three entrées for the table, such as executive chef Joe Frillman’s indulgent Salmon Gravlax served over a potato latke with spring onion cream cheese and cured egg yolk or the Truffle Egg Bruschetta with soft scrambled eggs and fresh parmesan on PQB sourdough.
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I|O GODFREY
The brunch menu will feature classic dishes, including eggs Benedict, a customizable omelet station, a carving station with prime rib and ham, and a pancake and French toast station with berries and maple syrup. Guests can also enjoy fresh salads, pasta, seasonal soups, sushi, and an assortment of desserts, including chocolate-covered strawberries and cake pops.
In addition to the festive meal, families can participate in an Easter egg hunt and look forward to the Easter Bunny’s special appearance.
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Fioretta
Enjoy an indulgent Easter brunch at Fioretta this Sunday! The festive à la carte menu features Chef Specials, including a slow-roasted prime Rib Special. Families are welcome; a children’s menu is available for guests 12 and under.
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Prime & Provisions
Treat yourself to an extravagant brunch at Prime & Provisions this Sunday for Easter. The extensive spread features made-to-order breakfast offerings, a prime rib carving station, a raw bar, and an indulgent dessert display.
Brunch classics include eggs Benedict, scrambled eggs, cinnamon French toast, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, housemade granola with yogurt, and more. The carving station features maple-glazed ham, slow-roasted prime rib, and smoked mustard-glazed salmon. If you’re feeling more seafood, the raw bar includes shrimp, oysters, and crab legs.
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Siena Tavern
Siena Tavern will host a special Easter brunch in Chicago this Sunday. The menu features decadent new offerings, including a Giant Sticky Cinnamon Roll topped with bourbon vanilla cream cheese frosting, a Prosciutto Benedict with arugula, prosciutto di Parma, poached egg, and Meyer lemon hollandaise, and a Braised Lamb Hash Skillet with English peas, confit potatoes, spring onions, agrodolce, and watercress.
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The Dearborn
Celebrate Easter weekend with the family at The Dearborn. Enjoy limited-time Easter specials made with locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include Catalpa Grove Farms Lamb Lollipops, Roasted and Stuffed Saddle of Rabbit, Closed Loop Farms fresh herb salad, spring rabbit jus, and Strawberry Rhubarb Trifle.
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Ambar
Experience an unforgettable Easter brunch in Chicago at the newly opened Ambar in River North! This brunch features a variety of unlimited small plates inspired by Balkan flavors, with the option for unlimited drinks. Standout dishes include Cevapi, a Balkan kebab made with house-made beef sausages served with roasted pepper and feta cheese emulsion, Beef Prosciutto Benedict on an English muffin with ajvar hollandaise sauce, and classics like Strawberry and blueberry waffles.
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Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar’s Easter brunch features a three-course menu that includes a variety of dishes such as Nutella Croissants, Deviled Eggs, Smoked Salmon with Mini Bagels, Baby Lamb Chops, Brioche French Toast, Lobster Cake Benedict, Prosciutto and Gruyère Omelette, Steak and Eggs, and Grand Marnier Crème Brûlée. Guests can also enjoy unlimited non-alcoholic brunch beverages like coffee, tea, soda, and juice.
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Where to get Easter brunch in the suburbs
The Greggory
This Easter Sunday, visit The Greggory, the newest hotspot in South Barrington, IL. The restaurant will serve elevated classic American dishes with Chef José Sosa’s Mediterranean twist. Enjoy holiday specials from their signature wood-fired hearth, like The Greggory’s Rotisserie Leg of Lamb or Ham, both served with roasted spring vegetables, or take a bite of the Mediterranean with a hearty Shakshuka with lamb ragu, goat cheese, mint pesto, and pita bread for dipping. For those looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, opt for French Toast topped with a bit of Nutella, bruleéd bananas, vanilla whipped cream, and a drizzle of banana maple syrup.
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The Ashburn
Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel will host an Easter Brunch in Chicago with a special appearance from the Easter Bunny! The event is perfect for families traveling or living in the suburbs. The Executive Chef, Chuck Gillis, will prepare a springtime feast featuring a multi-station brunch with options for everyone. In addition, they will have live music and kid-friendly activities, making it a fun-filled affair with the whole family.
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