Hungry’s brunch spread.
Becca Wright
Easter falls on Sunday, April 5 this year and Houston restaurants are offering brunches and special menus across the city. From prix fixe meals to buffet spreads, here’s a look at where to go for Easter brunch in Houston.
Brennan’s of Houston
Brennan’s of Houston will host two Easter events this weekend.
Brennan’s of Houston
The Midtown Creole restaurant will host two Easter events. “Brunch with the Bunny” on April 3 runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a three-course menu, courtyard bunny visits and photos. Pricing is $69 for adults and $38 for children 12 and under. Easter Sunday brunch on April 5 will be served from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a three-course, $76 menu featuring Creole dishes, live jazz and courtyard bunny visits. Reservations are required and must be made by phone at 713-522-9711. 3300 Smith; brennanshouston.com
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Brasserie 19
Brasserie 19 offers Easter brunch with cocktails and a children’s egg hunt.
Andrew Hemingway
In River Oaks, Easter Sunday brunch will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with seasonal specials, cocktails and a children’s egg hunt. 1962 W. Gray St.; brasserie19.com
Hamsa
Mimosa drinks at Hamsa.
Shane Dante
In Rice Village, the Middle Eastern restaurant will be open all day Easter Sunday with dishes such as mushroom hummus, babka French toast, schnitzel sandwiches, shakshuka and aruk. Drinks include a tahini brandy milk punch, mimosas and Bloody Marys. 5555 Morningside; hamsahtx.com
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Johnny Ritas Cocina y Cantina
Brunch menu items at Johnny Ritas Cocina y Cantina.
Hasan Yousef
The Lindale Park restaurant will be open April 5 with Easter menu specials alongside its regular offerings. Walk-ins are welcome, reservations are available through Resy. 5602 Fulton St.; johnnyritas.com
Le Jardinier
Le Jardinier’s Poached White Asparagus.
Brian Kennedy
Located inside the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the French restaurant will offer a three-course prix fixe Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $135 per person. Dishes include French white asparagus, burrata with strawberry and rhubarb, Carolina Gold rice risotto with crab, roasted lamb loin and carrot cake. 5500 Main; lejardinier-houston.com
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Nobu Houston
Nobu Houston’s yellowtail jalapeno dish.
Courtesy of Nobu
At the Galleria-area restaurant, a special Easter brunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $85 per person, featuring sushi, pastries, desserts and chef stations. Reservations can be made via OpenTable. 5115 Westheimer; noburestaurants.com/houston
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Picos
Brunch spread at Picos.
Becca Wright
The Upper Kirby restaurant will serve an Easter Sunday buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a carving station, seafood bar, taco bar, omelet and waffle stations, desserts and traditional dishes such as pozole and menudo. Pricing is $52 for adults, $42 for seniors, $20 for children ages 8–12, $10 for children 4–8 and free for children under 4. An à la carte brunch menu will also be available. 3601 Kirby Dr.; picos.net
Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House
Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House’s BBQ shrimp and grits.
Kirsten Gilliam
For a coastal option, the San Leon restaurant will serve Easter Sunday brunch dishes such as a seafood croissant, barbecue shrimp and grits and a hot chicken donut. The space will also feature Easter decor, bunny photo opportunities and drink specials. 113 Sixth, San Leon; pier6seafood.com
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Prime 131
Hippity Hoppity Highball, a seasonal cocktail at Berg Hospitality restaurants.
Brian Kennedy
In the Heights, the steakhouse will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Easter Sunday with brunch specials alongside its full menu. Dishes include Thai curry lobster bisque and roasted prime rib with horseradish mashed potatoes. The restaurant will also offer the Hippity Hoppity Highball, a seasonal cocktail made with tequila, peach, citrus and cream soda, available throughout April at Berg Hospitality restaurants including Trattoria Sofia, Turner’s Cut, The Annie Café & Bar, Annabelle Brasserie and B&B Butchers. 2505 W. 11th St., Suite 100; prime131.com
Annie Café & Bar
Dining room at The Annie Café & Bar in Houston.
Jenn Duncan
The Post Oak restaurant will serve Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., pairing seasonal specials with its regular menu. Highlights include chicken sweet potato hash and prime rib with au jus and horseradish. 1800 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 6170; theanniecafe.com
The Marigold Club
Brunch items at The Marigold Club.
Andy Hemingway Photography
This Montrose restaurant will serve a three-course prix fixe Easter brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $85 per person. Dishes include beef tartare, king crab tart and pistachio frangipane tart. 529 Lovett Blvd.; themarigoldclub.com
Trattoria Sofia
Trattoria Sofia, an Italian restaurant in Houston from Berg Hospitality Group
Jenn Duncan
The Heights restaurant will serve Easter brunch alongside its regular menu. Dishes include prosciutto eggs Benedict ($26), shrimp with polenta ($32), pasta carbonara ($24), chicken and waffles ($22) and crêpes with orange caramel sauce ($24). 911 W. 11th St.; trattoriasofia.com
Traveler’s Table
Strawberry matcha shortcake at Traveler’s Table.
Andrew Hemingway
Easter brunch specials will be offered April 3 through April 5 during brunch hours from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dishes include lamb lollipops, truffled eggs and strawberry matcha shortcake. 520 Westheimer; travelerstable.com
Hungry’s
Becca Wright
The Houston-based restaurant group will offer Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. across its locations, with visits from the Easter Bunny during brunch service. Menu highlights include waffles, eggs Benedict, pancakes and omelets. Reservations are recommended. Multiple locations; hungryscafe.com
Turner’s Cut
American wagyu served at Turner’s Cut.
Brian Kennedy
The River Oaks-area steakhouse will offer a three-course Easter brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $150 per person. Menu items include lobster eggs Benedict, Colorado lamb chops and wagyu strip. 811 Buffalo Park Dr., Suite 160; turnerscut.com
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