Easter is just around the corner, and if you haven’t secured your reservations yet, don’t worry — San Diego County has a variety of enticing brunch options to consider.
Coastal venues are particularly popular this holiday, starting with The Seabird’s Piper, which will host an extravagant oceanfront Easter brunch featuring a diverse spread of fresh seafood, premium carved meats, seasonal sides, house-made pastries, and fun activities like Easter egg hunts and photo opportunities.
Next, Marisi invites diners to enjoy Chef Cameron Ingle’s delectable offerings in the sun-drenched patio or the charming Lemon Room, with highlights including gooey, baked-to-order sourdough cinnamon rolls topped with whipped mascarpone and the Breakfast Martini, combining gin, bergamot, lemon, and orange marmalade.
La Valencia Hotel’s Mediterranean Room is another elegant choice, where Executive Chef Alex Pailles will unveil an array of brunch favorites. Not-to-miss highlights consist of orange blossom ricotta pancakes and Mediterranean eggs benedict. Kids will especially appreciate a visit from the Easter Bunny during the egg hunt held in the Pink Lady’s ocean-view garden from 12 – 1 p.m.
At Little Frenchie, a Parisian-style café located in Coronado, guests can experience an exquisite brunch with dishes like Maine lobster croque madame, featuring country levain bread, comte Mornay, Bayonne ham, a sunny-side-up egg, and fresh greens.
The iconic Hotel del Coronado rich in history, will host a grand brunch in the beautifully restored Crown Room. This lavish feast includes brunch classics, a chilled seafood bar, sushi and sashimi, carving stations, and a splendid dessert bar. After satisfying your appetite, guests can enjoy an Easter egg hunt on the beach.
Miss B’s Coconut Club promises a tropical vibe, featuring an enticing brunch menu filled with Caribbean-inspired dishes and bottomless mimosas, all set against the lively atmosphere of Mission Beach.
Over at Brick Hotel, both Cococabana and The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill will serve bottomless espresso martinis and mimosas along with a lively ambiance thanks to a live DJ spinning tracks on the rooftop from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Easter Sunday.
Yet another coastal gem is Covewood at the San Diego Mission Bay Resort, where Executive Chef Roy Hendrickson presents a prix fixe Easter brunch menu filled with savory options like carrot and coconut bisque, pancetta and cheese crepes, and wood-roasted lamb rack. Additionally, families can enjoy activities such as a petting zoo and Easter egg hunts around the resort’s grounds.
For a stylish Sunday celebration, Greenfinch Restaurant offers a bountiful brunch buffet featuring seasonal delights crafted by Executive Chef Katie Weber, including dishes like white wine-braised halibut, roasted leg of lamb, spring vegetable quiche, and more.
Meanwhile, at Adelaide, the signature restaurant of L’Auberge Del Mar, guests can indulge in an elevated oceanfront buffet featuring chef-curated specialties crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Expect highlights like sesame soba noodle salad, egg white frittata, and garlic herb-crusted prime rib.
Vessel Restaurant + Bar will host a delightful Easter spread this Sunday, showcasing favorites from Executive Chef Ethan Brown, including a carving station, a smoked salmon bar, and a lavish chocolate fondue display featuring a variety of dippable desserts.
Inland options are also plentiful, starting with Mister A’s, which boasts a stunning skyline view. Here, Executive Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler has crafted a decadent menu rich in spring flavors, featuring signature dishes such as French toast topped with local berries and comforting Maine lobster mac and cheese, alongside mains like Jidori chicken marsala, Mediterranean grilled shrimp skewer, and rosemary-scented lamb chops.
Mille Fleurs in Rancho Santa Fe offers a 3-course prix fixe brunch menu under the expertise of Executive Chef Harrison Axelrod, with classic dishes including Irish smoked salmon salad and prime New York steak and eggs, alongside beautifully crafted desserts by Pastry Chef Kevin Jorgensen, featuring highlights such as lemon verbena crème brûlée and strawberry rhubarb pie.
At Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, guests can celebrate Easter amidst beautiful outdoor settings with a decadent all-day buffet, complete with the resort’s renowned raw bar, spring salads, and carving stations. Dessert lovers will appreciate the expansive dessert bar. Children can enjoy Easter-themed crafts, visit a petting zoo, and partake in an Easter egg hunt.
For a taste of old-world charm, Temecula’s Europa Village Wineries & Resort invites families to check out their Family Easter Eggstravaganza and the Easter Europa Brunch.
Families gathering at Rancho Bernardo Inn can do so for the Easter Bottomless Brunch Buffet in the Aragon Ballroom, featuring endless mimosas alongside an indulgent buffet. A special visit from the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt cater to young ones, while a more formal Three-Course Easter Brunch awaits at AVANT with seasonal flavors and chef-driven creations.
At Pendry San Diego, guests can enjoy a holiday menu crafted by Chef Brandon Sloan, featuring late-morning classics, a carving station, seasonal cocktails, and visits from the Easter Bunny. Menu highlights include a chef-carved Nueske’s smoked ham, lemon meringue profiteroles, grilled mortadella benedict, and a chocolate fountain, with a kid-friendly menu featuring Peep pancakes.
Westfield UTC will celebrate Easter at Seasons 52, embracing a vibrant outdoor setting. Diners can indulge in classic favorites such as honey-glazed spiral ham, alongside new spring menu offerings, all perfectly paired with refreshing mimosas in the beautifully landscaped patio.
Barleymash’s Easter brunch menu, curated by Chef Kevin Templeton and Chef Rose Lane, features delightful items like baked ham and cheddar biscuits and mini Dutch baby pancakes. Guests can also indulge in creative Easter cocktails such as What’s Up Doc?, which blends gin, carrot, lemon, and Perrier-Jouët Blanc Champagne, or Spritz It Up, featuring Saint Marguerite Rose, strawberry, sparkling water, and bubbles.
The Smoking Gun invites a different kind of Easter experience, showcasing a full-size arcade where guests can enjoy half-off arcade play on Easter Sunday while also providing a full brunch menu.
At Cloak & Petal, Executive Chef Robert Cassidy has planned a variety of specialty dishes, available only from April 18 to April 20, including shepherd’s pie, truffle salmon sashimi, and the whimsical Bunny & Clyde Roll.
Finally, with multiple locations throughout San Diego County, Breakfast Republic promises offerings like chilaquiles, Portuguese linguisa sausage scramble, breakfast bacon mac n cheese, and delightful strawberry cheesecake pancakes. A vegan menu is also available, along with a refreshing brunch cocktail selection including mimosas, bloody Marys, prosecco, and more.
For those wanting to make Easter truly unforgettable, a cruise might be the perfect option. Families can celebrate the holiday with a San Diego Easter Premier Brunch Cruise, complete with specialty wines, cocktails, unlimited mimosas, and a buffet of seasonal offerings that includes a children’s station. Throughout the cruise, families can dance to live entertainment and even receive a visit from the Easter Bunny for memorable photo moments. A dinner option with the San Diego Easter Premier Dinner Cruise provides a 2.5-hour yacht experience featuring a decadent multi-course Easter dinner and soothing entertainment, ensuring an enchanting day is had by all.
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