In case you forgot, Easter is right around the corner, coming two weeks earlier than 2017. If you’re looking to change-up your traditions or cut back on cooking, check out some of the best brunch places in the city to celebrate the holiday. Whether you’re looking for fabulous buffet options or a la carte menus, there’s something for everyone. (Booze and Bunny may apply.) Seats are filling up, so make your reservations today!
City Tap House
Logan Square & University City
Hop over to City Tap House at 11 a.m. with your family. Their “Hoppy Easter Brunch” will feature menu items with some festive additions. You can also find speciality IPA flights with the best kind of hops! For the kids, visit the University City location to search for Easter prizes on the outdoor patio (equipped with heaters and fire pits).
XIX Nineteen
Rittenhouse
Join XIX Nineteen for a sophisticated brunch. Bring the whole family for the holiday buffet. The expansive spread includes a raw bar, carving stations, freshly made omelets, made-to-order waffles, desserts, and more. Kids are welcome and get a chance to meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy Easter eggs and other special treats!
Scarpetta
Rittenhouse
Do Easter brunch with an Italian flair! A special menu will be available from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m, with reservations required. Expect fresh crudo, delicious pastas, speciality salads, and more. A special Bambini (kids) menu will also be available.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Rittenhouse & King of Prussia
Specials will be available all day as this fine dining steakhouse puts on their Sunday best for you and your family. Take advantage of earlier Sunday hours from 1 – 8 p.m. Ask about a surf-and-turf deal with twin lobster tails and your choice of steak.
CO-OP Restaurant & Lounge*
University City
Visit this urban retreat to relax and renew while having a flavorful and honest meal. Join them for a holiday-inspired a la carte brunch served from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Find wholesome favorites like avocado toast with a fried egg, corned beef hash with caramelized onions, breakfast poutine, and many more delicious items.
Urban Farmer
Art Museum District
Start your brunch as early as 8 a.m., lasting until 3 p.m. The special buffet will feature specialty holiday items and, of course, emphasize the restaurant’s pride of locally sourced ingredients. Try the Elysian Fields roasted leg of lamb, Pennsylvania mushroom and vegetable tart, East Coast oysters, and so much more.
White Dog Cafe
University City, Wayne & Haverford
Known for their charming dog decor and sustainable, organic foods, the White Dog Cafe is a must this Easter. Enjoy a farm-fresh brunch menu with mouth-watering churros waffles, pork belly benedict, local artisan cheeses, and more. If you can’t make it early, there are seasonal Easter specials for dinner, too!
Garden Restaurant at The Barnes Foundation
Art Museum District
Art and amazing food makes this a perfect brunch destination. With glass walls that open up to a lovely courtyard, join the restaurant from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Find elegant brunch items on this Starr Catering Group menu, such as crispy sustainable salmon, buttermilk pancakes, and more. Afterwards, add to the tradition by visiting the beautiful museum.
Warmdaddy’s
South Philly
Experience the spirit of true southern hospitality right here in Philadelphia. Featuring live jazz and soul food, the brunch buffet is a can’t-miss experience starting at 10 a.m. Get your fix of fried chicken, shrimp etouffee, cheddar cheese grits, cornbread, and so much more.
Glenmorgan Bar & Grill
Wayne, PA
Just outside of the city, the elegant Radnor Hotel is a perfect place to celebrate. The Champagne Sunday Brunch features their “Best of the Main Line” buffet and a chocolate fondue fountain. Don’t miss a special appearance of the Easter Bunny himself! Enjoy your meal with live classical piano inside, with a view of the Formal Gardens in the Terrace Room, or dine al fresco on the Terrace Balcony if weather permits.
What are some of your favorite local brunch spots or Easter traditions? Let us know in the comments!
* CO-OP Restaurant & Lounge is a client of Philly PR Girl.
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