Friday, March 18, 2016

Top Easter Brunch Spots!

If you are a practicing Catholic, Easter is the day you get to feast and pig out on everything you gave up for lent. If you’re not, Easter is still an absolutely perfect day for a massive brunch. (Who doesn’t like to go brunching?!). 

We’ve compiled a list of the top Easter brunch spots this year that you have to check out. Easter is Sunday March 27th, so make your reservations now!
  1. Carousel in Glendale. This restaurant specializes in authentic recipes that have been passed down from generations and will be serving a prix-fixe meal of 13 hot and cold small plates, plus three kebab dishes. Adults: $29.95 Kids: $20.95. 
  2. Bourbon Steak Los Angeles at The Americana at Brand. At Michelin-starred chef, Michael Mina’s contemporary steakhouse, the design-your-own three-course menu includes lots of meat options and a ton of add-ons like shellfish platters, lobster pot pies, and the famous Bloody Mary cart, which for $14 lets you pick your base and fixins. Price: $59. 
  3. The Bellwether in Studio City.  Head to this restaurant for a seasonal American fare and classic cocktails for your Easter Sunday brunch! Plus, you know it’s going to be exceptional—this restaurant made it onto the Top New Restaurants of 2016 list! 
  4. The Bistro Garden at Coldwater in Studio City. The tiny white lights twinkle in the ficus trees at this old-fashioned winter garden setting. The Bistro has great service and renditions of continental dishes. A complimentary mimosa with at least one entrée during Sunday brunch for guests 21 and over! 
  5. The 94th Aero Squadron in Van Nuys. A champagne buffet with breakfast items will be served until 3 pm! You can also get a visit from the Easter Bunny from 9am-5pm. This is a great spot for families! Adults: $46.95 Children: $20.95. 
  6. The Castaway in Burbank! Champagne buffet with breakfast items, which includes: prime rib, ham, pork, tenderloin, snow craw legs, salmon, and more! The Easter Bunny will be making an appearance here as well! Brunch is from 9am-4pm! Adults: $46.95 Children: $20.95. 
  7. Vitello’s in Studio City. The restaurant says: “there’s nothing better than celebrating Easter over a meal with family!” Join Vitello’s for Easter Sunday brunch starting at 10 am! 
  8. For a vegetarian meal, head over to Follow Your Heart café in Canoga Park. This has been a SFV institution since 1970! Most dishes can be gluten free, dairy free, or vegan! 

  9. Cici’s Café in Tarzana. This spot is known for it’s fluffy pancakes and is a great place to take kids! It has a warm, cozy, local feel to it. This is perfect for a low-key Easter Sunday brunch! 
  10. Blu Jam Café in Sherman Oaks! Blu Jam is known for its crunchy French toast and is a perfect spot to spend your Easter Sunday brunch. The food is delicious and it’s all over instagram! Check them out! 
  11. For the kids: Head over to the LA Zoo! Spring into action and this adorable bunny event that offers themed crafts, rabbit petting zoos, live music, and photo ops with Big Bunny and spring fairies!