As we hop into spring, let’s make time to enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. Whether you’re celebrating Easter or just the return of nice weather this spring in Chicago, these restaurants are offering special meals and holiday dishes. Here are some Chicago restaurants serving Passover specials and Easter brunch, buffets, and dinner this year.
Easter brunch & dinner in Chicago
Alpana: The stylish spot is offering an Easter brunch menu, featuring options like spring salad with goat cheese, apricot-glazed ham, blueberry cheesecake French toast, quiche with melted leeks, and more.
Nafsi: Located inside the South Shore Cultural Center, Nafsi is hosting a festive Easter brunch featuring soulful twists on brunch classics. Dig into crème brûlée French toast or savory shrimp and grits, then enjoy family-friendly fun with an egg hunt and visits from the Easter bunny.
City Cruises: Take in breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline on these Easter-themed cruises on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Enjoy chef-prepared brunch buffets, gourmet dinners, bottomless mimosas, and live DJ entertainment.
Dolce Arte: The Italian restaurant in Bridgeport, located inside the eclectic Morgan Arts Complex, will be offering an Easter brunch buffet featuring deviled eggs, spring salad, pasta primavera, ham, beef tenderloin, dessert, and more.
Momotaro: Delight in Japaense-inspired takes on breakfast classics, like curried deviled eggs, steak and eggs, pancakes, and more thoughtfully prepared options in this four-course menu.
Prime & Provisions Steakhouse: Head to the Loop for a grand buffet Easter brunch. The menu features made-to-order breakfast favorites, a carving station, a seafood bar filled with fresh delights, and a Ferris wheel of decadent desserts.
The Bellevue: The lavish Easter brunch buffet in the heart of Gold Coast will offer brunch favorites, fresh seafood, and chef-curated specialties. Enjoy mimosas alongside indulgent offerings like crab cakes, oysters, and a live omelet station.
Roof on theWit: Hop up to the theWit Hotel rooftop for a decadent Easter brunch buffet. The West Coast-inspired menu includes a veggie-forward buffet, seafood and carving stations, and a massive dessert showcase.
Osteria Via Stato: Feast on Italian classics and springtime favorites at this long-time Italian restaurant in River North. There will even be an Easter candy table for the kids.
IO Godfrey: Bring the whole family for an Easter brunch buffet. Brunch includes an omelet station, pancakes and French toast, a carving station, a sushi station, dessert, and more. There will be an Easter egg hunt and a visit from the Easter bunny.
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant: The classic South Loop restaurant presents a special prix-fixe menu with options like lobster bisque, lamb chops, and brown sugar ham. Keep an eye out for the Easter bunny, who will hop around in the afternoon.
Adorn Bar & Restaurant: The elegant Easter brunch buffet will feature breakfast bites, crafted sweets, and pastries. The experience is topped off with a visit from the Easter Bunny, a balloon artist, and live entertainment. Additionally, each adult guest will receive a glass of rosé.
Rosebud: Experience the timeless charm of Rosebud this Easter season. Choose from entrees like Mediterranean branzino or a perfectly wood-grilled ribeye, topped with a parmesan crust and served with grilled asparagus and au jus.
Carnivale: The vibrant and festive Easter brunch celebration will include a chef-curated menu featuring bold Pan-Latin flavors, indulgent desserts, and more all within a lively, colorful atmosphere.
Provare: Enjoy an Easter Sunday dinner at Provare in West Town, blending Creole and Italian flavors for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Indulge in standout dishes like shrimp cognac scampi, seafood trio, salmon eggrolls, and lamb chops, finishing on a sweet note with butter cake.
Le Sud: This charming Mediterranean-focused restaurant in Roscoe Village will offer Easter specials for brunch and dinner, including lamb skillets, bone-in lamb loins, and an elevated bloody mary.
Chef Art Smith’s Reunion at Navy Pier: Chef Art Smith is rolling out the blue and white checkered tablecloth for a Southern-inspired three-course Easter brunch menu. Kids can enjoy a sugar cookie decorating kit.
Sepia: The Michelin-starred restaurant in the West Loop is serving a special five-course Easter brunch menu featuring indulgent dishes like caramelized honey brioche, prosciutto tater tots, and grilled short ribs.
The Smith: Enjoy a free brunch cocktail with the purchase of an Easter brunch dish like smoked salmon potato waffle, shrimp and grits, goat cheese omelet, or vanilla bean French toast.
Avli: Celebrate Greek Easter brunch at Avli’s three Chicago locations. The River North location will be hosting a Greek midnight feast the night before Easter, with four courses of traditional dishes and complimentary treats.
Manchamanteles: Celebrate Easter with a vibrant menu honoring Mexico’s rich culinary traditions. Start with bold appetizers like sopa de lentejas with smoky bacon and pineapple or ceviche de hamachi with yuzu and serrano chile.
Somerset: Celebrate Easter in style with a lavish brunch buffet. The festivities start with an egg hunt and Easter bunny selfie station, followed by a holiday spread and a complimentary glass of prosecco.
Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar: Head to Andersonville for a delicious three-course prix fixe menu of new American-style dishes that includes Nutella croissants, deviled eggs, lamb chops, and more.
Sunda New Asian: Known for bold flavors and inventive takes on traditional Asian cuisine, Sunda is putting its signature spin on the classic Easter buffet. Enjoy offerings in their hot bar, carving stations, sushi stations, and more.
Tanta: The Peruvian restaurant in River North will be offering Easter specials like crispy whole fish, lamb shank with aji sauce and quinoa, carrot cake with hazelnut mousse, and more.
Duck Duck Goat: Enjoy a family-style brunch menu progressing from dim sum to Asian-inspired dishes from acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard.
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar: The upscale Humboldt Park spot will be offering a family-style supper for Easter, with a dry-aged ham chop, grilled leg of lamb, shrimp de Jonge, and more.
Passover specials in Chicago
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab: Enjoy this special Passover menu of traditional favorites, from matzo ball soup to flourless chocolate cake.
Aba: This Mediterranean hot spot will be offering Passover specials like slow-braised beef brisket with spiced mandarin sauce during dinner service throughout Passover.
Bistronomic: Enjoy Passover with a French twist at this classic bistro, serving a three-course menu of salmon, short ribs, chicken liver mousse, and more.
Beatrix: The health-conscious spot is offering a Passover dinner for two, available for carryout and delivery. Enjoy house-made matzo crackers, chopped liver, roasted chicken, potato pancakes, and more.
Ema: Celebrate Passover with mezze specials such as matzo ball soup, roasted half chicken, grilled salmon, and coconut and honey tart during dinner service.
Manny’s Cafeteria and Delicatessen: A Chicago icon, Manny’s is a legendary spot for classic deli dishes. Opt for a catering order to feed the whole family or choose from favorites like beef pastrami and noodle kugel off the regular dinner menu.
Eleven City Diner: This family-friendly restaurant in the South Loop is beloved for comfort food classics like old-school and new-school latkes, matzoh ball soup, pastrami sandwiches, and so much more.
The Goddess And Grocer: Stock up on festive classics and delicious new favorites to enjoy at home, including matzo ball soup, gefilte fish with fresh horseradish and beet purée, and more. There’s also a Seder dinner package for one or two people.
Mon Ami Gabi: Enjoy a multi-course Passover menu featuring traditional favorites like matzo ball soup, housemade gefilte fish, slow braised beef brisket, and more.
