A family brunch or dinner on Easter is a tradition for many families, but having extended family over for a holiday celebration can be a lot of work. Skip the stress this year and let these 11 Metro Detroit restaurants cover your Easter dining plans.
Symposia
Symposia’s 2023 Easter special Lamb for Two includes a full rack of lamb with grilled lemon, fresh herbs Pommes Duchess a la Grecque twice-baked potato, fetal spinach, garlic eggplant moussaka, tomato, and béchamel for $140. Symposia Detroit, 1000 Brush St., Detroit; symposiadetroit.com.
Granite City
This Northville Brewery will be open on April 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a dine-in Easter brunch. The menu features food ranging from kale strawberry salad, jumbo shrimp, French toast, to pasta and more. The price for adults is $24.99-$28.88 and $8.99 for children. Reservations can be made online. Granite City Food & Brewery, 39603 Traditions Dr., Township of Northville; gcfb.com.
Andiamo
Andiamo is hosting a plated Easter dinner at their Detroit River Front, Bloomfield, Fenton, and Warren locations. Buffet brunches — which are free for kids 4 and under, $22 for kids 5-10 years old, and $54.95 for adults — will also take place at the Bloomfield, Fenton, and Warren restaurants. Andiamo in Livonia will be offering an all-day Easter buffet featuring Chef carved roasted top round, ham, chicken piccata, an assortment of pastas, salad, and more. Reservations can be made by calling individual restaurants or visiting the Andiamo website. Visit andiamoitalia.com for locations.
Joe Muer
Joe Muer is hosting an Easter brunch and dinner this year. Taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bloomfield Hills restaurant, the brunch will feature a sushi bar, Chef-carved Dearborn Ham, Plank Roasted Whole Lock Duart Salmon, Roasted Steamship Round of Beef, desserts, and more. Pricing is free for kids 5 and under, $30 for ages 6-12, and $69 for adults. Dinner will be served from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Reservations can be made online. Joe Muer Bloomfield Hills, 39475 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; joemuer.com.
Rugby Grille
The Townsend Hotel’s restaurant, Rugby Grille, is presenting a four-course Easter brunch on April 9. The meal includes options such as seared scallops, lemon cured salmon rillette, entrees like seared arctic char and baked French toast, and a carrot cake dessert. Brunch is $120 per person, and reservations can be made online. Rugby Grille, 100 Townsend St., Birmingham; rugbygrille.com.
Eddie Merlot’s
Eddie Merlot’s is hosting a special Easter brunch buffet on April 9 from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. The brunch will consist of a breakfast station, a made-to-order omelet station, salad station, carving station, seafood station, hot station, and dessert station. Enjoy mimosas and Bloody Marys while indulging in this gourmet buffet. Brunch is $74 for adults, $19 for children 10 and under, and reservations can be made online. Eddie Merlot’s Prime Aged Beef and Seafood, 37000 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; eddiemerlots.com.
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 will be having their Easter brunch on April 9 from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. Feel refreshed while sipping on cocktails such as a Rosé lemonade, while munching on the delectable starters, soups, and entrees. Some dishes listed are Crab and Cheddar Quiche, Upright French Toast, and more. If you want to stay home for Easter, Seasons 52 also sells an Easter Green Box to go. The box features Apricot-Glazed Spiral Ham, a whole side of Cedar Plank-Roasted Salmon, or you can choose the Wood-Grilled Beef Tenderloin with two sides, a Field Green salad, and six Mini Indulgences. All you have to do is order one by April 5, pick it up on April 8, and warm it up at home! Seasons 52, 1000 W Big Beaver Road, Troy; seasons52.com.
Frame
Frame is partnering with Chef Allie Lyttle to present an Alice in Wonderland Easter Weekend on April 8 and 9. For $85 a person, diners can enjoy a five-course meal consisting of dishes like the Cheshire Cat Salad, a Queen of Hearts Tart, and other Alice in Wonderland-inspired meals. Frame, 23839 John R Road, Hazel Park; framehazelpark.com.
The Whitney
The Whitney is planning two Easter events this year. On April 8, the Detroit restaurant will host an Easter Bunny Egg Hunt. The event — which is $49 for kids 10 and under and $79 for adults — includes a brunch buffet, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and an Easter egg hunt. Tickets are available online. Then on April 9, The Whitney will present a three-course Easter Brunch. The meal kicks off with an appetizer trio, then an entrée with options like Herb-Roasted Half Chicken and Cauliflower “Carnival”, and a dessert. Each diner will also get a mimosa on arrival. A children’s menu for kids 10 and under is also available for $29.95. Reservations can be made online. The Whitney, 4421 Woodward Ave., Detroit; thewhitney.com.
Harbor House
Enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat Easter Feast at Harbor House’s Clinton Township location on April 9. From 1-10 p.m., the restaurant will be serving unlimited ham and turkey, chicken wings, ribs, and more. Guests can also choose a ham and turkey dinner or order off the regular menu. Harbor House, 34250 Groesbeck Hwy., Clinton Twp.; eventbrite.com.
Blake’s Tasting Room
Enjoy Easter brunch at Blake’s Tasting Room. Options include sliced ham, scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, an assortment of desserts, pastries, pasta salad, charcuterie boards, and more. Blake’s craft hard ciders, beer, and wine as well as mimosas and Bloody Marys will also be available. Kids 2 and under eat free, while brunch is $10 for children 10 and under and $28.95 for adults. Reservations can be made online. Blake’s Tasting Room, 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada; blakefarms.com.
This post was updated in April, 2023.
