Hoppy Easter, Chicago: Celebrate with a Spring Feast
Though Easter is a religious holiday, it has also come to signal a true start of spring for many people. It means that warmer weather is on the way in Chicago, and we celebrate by gathering with those we love for a little bit of joy…and hopefully some amazing food! Now, whether you observe Easter Sunday religiously, or are just looking for an amazing meal on Sunday, April 4, a wide range of Chicago restaurants are churning out menus that run the gambit from traditional brunch to a Peruvian feast. Everyone is ready for spring to truly arrive, and these menus show just that…
Prime & Provisions {222 North Lasalle Street, Chicago; 312.726.7777}: This trendy steakhouse is once again offering its over-the-top Easter Brunch! You can safely enjoy a buffet-style brunch as the restaurant's service, while the staff hands plated individual selections from afar. The spread includes Eggs Benedict and Cinnamon French Toast as well as a Slow Roasted Prime Rib carving station and an expansive raw bar with Shrimp, Oysters and Crab Legs. Add on desserts and Perpetual Mimosas and Bloody Marys to take your celebration up a notch. You can also celebrate at home with their Easter Brunch To-Go, which arrives ready to be heated, assembled, and served with instructions.
Marchesa {535 North Wells Street, Chicago; 312.527.9535}: Order in, carryout, or book a spring-tastic greenhouse table for a meal of French classics like Escargots, Caviar Service, Steak Frites and even Foie Gras. This is a great spot for a girl’s dinner or holiday date on the town. Cozy, delicious and inviting, Marchesa makes your Sunday eats easy.
Tanta {118 West Grand Avenue, Chicago; 312.222.9700}: The Tanta chefs have an amazing feast set for Easter celebrations in the comfort of your home! The five-course family-style meal is perfect for those who don’t want the traditional Easter meal. Dig in to Spinach & Mushroom Empanadas, Roasted Lamb Shank, Carrot Cake with pineapple and candied cashews, and more. Move fast though - The pre-order deadline for the meal is March 31. Plan now, feast later!
The Peninsula {108 East Superior Street, Chicago; 312.337.2888}: If you’re looking for a more traditional Sunday brunch, The Lobby at The Peninsula is a stunning and delicious location for a family meal. Their Contemporary American menu has outstanding seasonal dishes you can enjoy while taking in the stunning city views from their soaring 20 ft high floor-to-ceiling windows. For a dine-in brunch, there is nowhere more beautiful!
avec {multiple locations}: There’s an extra special Easter brunch happening at avec this year - both locations! The newly expanded Mediteranean eatery will host diners at both their West Loop and new River North locations. Menu highlights include warm cinnamon rolls, spiced tomato shakshuka, grilled shrimp with and more. They really hop to see us all there (pun intended)
Rye Deli + Drink {25 South Halsted Street, Chicago; 312.602.2100}: Who wouldn’t want to have an “Easter Party at your Mamma’s House”?! Rye Deli + Drink is providing just that with a fun and festive package available for pick up now and even beyond Easter Sunday. Aside from their delicious spring menu of Matzo Ball Soups for two, the kit also includes a briefcase record player, a Rolling Stones “Let it Bleed” record, and one WAP Mimosa kit.
The Goddess and Grocer {multiple locations}: No one does catered meals quite like the Goddess herself! Their Easter menu is chock full of amazing eats, including pastries, salads, frittatas, and desserts like cupcakes and Carrot Cake Cheesecake. We highly recommend the Smoked Salmon Platter and the PBJB French Toast for a true feast of fun.
The Barn Steakhouse {1016 Church Street Rear, Evanston; 847.868.8041} and Found Kitchen and Social House {1631 Chicago Avenue, Evanston; 847.868.8945}: Found Kitchen & The Barn Steakhouse are coming together and both offering a special Easter Basket To-Go so you and your family can enjoy a holiday meal at home. Their menu features classic dishes like Maple Glazed Ham, Beef Tenderloin, Berry Crumble and more! The basket serves four people and you have to place your orders by Friday, April 2 with curbside pick-up at Found Kitchen from 3:30-5:30PM on Saturday, April 3 or from 9AM-11AM on Easter Sunday, April 4. To order, you can email events@foundkitchen.com or call 586-436-0065.
Cafe Robey {The Robey Hotel, 1600 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago; 872.315.3084}: Dine in with Cafe Robey at their brunch service on Easter Sunday from 8AM-3PM, complete with a handful of Easter eggs on each table. Most of the eggs will contain candy, but several will have prizes like a complimentary meal for two at Cafe Robey or a complimentary night stay in an Urban King guest room at the hotel (blackout days may apply). That’s one heck of an Easter basket prize!
Osteria Via Stato {620 North State Street, Chicago; 312.642.8450}: No one does family meals like a classic Italian restaurant, and Osteria via Stato is proving that with their Easter brunch this year! Easter brunch includes a variety of Italian-inspired plates like Ciabatta French Toast and Crispy Bread Pudding plus table side Bellini's or the Italian Brunch Bubbly package featuring a bottle of prosecco, peach and blood orange fresh fruit puree. Families can also add on fresh tulips at their table or kid’s Easter baskets for extra fun.
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab {60 East Grand Avenue, Chicago; 312.379.5637}: Dine-in or carryout all your steakhouse and seafood favorites from Joe’s! The “Joe's Classics Dinner for Two,” for example, is perfect for families (or the family you choose) thanks to forever favorite dishes like Large Stone Crab, Joe's Chopped Salad, Filet Mignon, Lobster Tail, Key Lime Pie and more. Order up and tuck in!
By Kaleigh Glaza | Market Editor