The Easter Bunny is hopping into town very soon, and Houstonians have an abundance of ways to celebrate this year. From family meals and leisurely brunches, to egg hunts and spring cocktails, we have a list of lively and fun-filled events to welcome Easter with loved ones and friends.
Whether you’re planning an elegant brunch, a casual kid-friendly outing, or a full day of festivities, there’s something happening across the city to match the mood. Consider this your go-to guide for making the most of Easter weekend in Houston.
BRUNCH
Traveler’s Table
This globally-inspired Montrose restaurant will feature a special brunch menu on Easter weekend, April 3-5 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dishes include truffled Easter eggs, grilled lamb lollipops, and strawberry matcha cake. A special Pretty in Pink cocktail was also created in honor of the holiday weekend, crafted with vodka, almond orgeat, lemon juice and strawberry. 520 Westheimer Rd., Houston, travelerstable.com
Le Jardinier
Le Jardinier is offering a refined take on the holiday with a three-course prix fixe brunch on Easter Sunday. Executive chef Felipe Botero showcases the season’s best ingredients through a thoughtful menu that moves from delicate French white asparagus and burrata with strawberry and rhubarb to more robust offerings like roasted lamb loin and crab-laced Carolina Gold rice risotto. A reimagined carrot cake with pineapple compote and coconut chantilly provides a fittingly light, spring-forward finale. The cost is $135 per person and reservations are encouraged. 5500 Main St., Houston, lejardinier-houston.com
Hungry’s
All three locations of this family-owned eatery are hosting Easter brunch service, complete with a visit by the Easter Bunny from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday. The menu will feature items like Florentine eggs Benedict, Hungry’s buttermilk pancakes, omelets, and chicken and waffles. For little bunnies, there will be chocolate chip mini waffles. Reservations for priority seating are encouraged. Multiple locations, hungryscafe.com
Guard & Grace
Guard & Grace is hosting Easter brunch on Sunday, April 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Set in the restaurant’s sleek, modern dining room, the menu blends brunch classics with globally inspired dishes. Highlights range from warm monkey bread with sea salt caramel and mascarpone icing to plates like Maine lobster Benedict and Korean-style short rib Benedict with gochujang hollandaise. 500 Dallas St., Houston, guardandgrace.com
Local Table
The Easter Bunny will be busy hopping all over the city, especially when hitting up the many locations of Local Table on Sunday, April 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Brunch specials include smoked salmon avocado toast, croissant French toast, Belgian waffles, and chicken and biscuit Benedict. Multiple locations, eatlocaltable.com
Hamsa
This Modern Israeli restaurant will be open all day on Easter Sunday, serving brunch favorites like shakshuka, a dish of poached eggs simmered in a piquant tomato and pepper sauce, babka French toast, and a schnitzel sandwich. If the weather’s pleasant, try out its lush patio. 5555 Morningside Dr., Houston, hamsahtx.com
Caracol
Hugo Ortega’s coastal Mexican brunch buffet is sure to impress visiting relatives with its carving station, seasonal menu items, and specialty Easter desserts. Brunch will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, with live music from Ikaru beginning at 11 a.m. Reservations are recommended. 2200 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, caracol.net
Hugo’s
Chef Hugo Ortega’s namesake restaurant will be featuring its abundant buffet on Easter Sunday. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with live music from Viento at 11 a .m. The buffet is $58 per adult, $17 per child, not including tax, gratuity, and beverages. The restaurant will also be open for dinner with its regular menu. 1600 Westheimer Rd., Houston, hugosrestaurant.net
Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen
The Enchilada Queen is hosting a special Easter brunch buffet at both locations of Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen on Sunday, April 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be loads of Tex-Mex classics such as street tacos and chilaquiles, made-to-order omelets, and desserts like flan and tres leches. Multiple locations, sylviasenchiladas.com
Nobu
For an upscale Easter meal with a Japanese touch, this celeb-loved Galleria-area destination is serving a special edition of its signature brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be an expanded selection of both Western and Japanese dishes, including sushi, plus chef stations and a variety of pastries and desserts. 5115 Westheimer Rd., Houston, noburestaurants.com
Uchi
Holidays are a time to splurge on those closest to you, and for sushi aficionados, Uchi is one of the best spots in the city to indulge. Just for Easter Sunday, Uchi is hosting a six-course lunch service from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., highlighting its nontraditional approach to Japanese cuisine. The menu will feature its signature hama chili and courses of nigiri, sashimi, and temaki, ending with a sweet treat of fried milk. The price is $60 per person, excluding beverages, tax, and gratuity, and reservations are required. 904 Westheimer Rd, Houston, uchi.uchirestaurants.com
The Audrey
This Woodlands restaurant is taking a family-friendly approach to Easter Sunday with a special brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Festive spring decor will provide an elegant backdrop for family photos, while young guests will enjoy Easter treats with kids brunch entrees, like Peep bunnies. For adults, there is a special filet Benedict and brunch cocktails like mimosas and the signature Breakfast at Tiffany’s, a blue Curacao and vodka concoction. 9595 Six Pine Dr., Ste 8200, The Woodlands, audreyrestaurant.com
Liberty Kitchen
The Easter Bunny will be hopping by each of the four locations of this American-style eatery, all of which will be decked out in seasonal decor. On Easter Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can order dishes like coastal Benedict, with the option of Maine lobster or Chesapeake crab cake, from the a la carte menu; plus indulgent entrees like truffled steak and eggs, and lighter options like the quinoa breakfast bowl. Junior plates for kids include pancakes, and a grilled cheese and egg sandwich. Multiple locations, libertykitchenoysterette.com
State Fare
With Easter brunch service from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., State Fare is giving both early and late risers plenty of time to check out its family-friendly brunch at both locations. Along with its a la carte menu, there will be seasonal plates like hummingbird pancakes—a stack of flapjacks topped with candied pecans, pineapple, bananas, and buttercream. There will be a balloon artist, plus a DJ, who will begin spinning tunes at noon. Multiple locations, statefaretx.com
Haywire
For a Texas-sized celebration, this modern-rustic restaurant is hosting its first Easter brunch buffet on Sunday, April 5, at its Memorial location. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the culinary feast will include a prime rib carving station, a taco bar, a Texas seafood bar, and a lineup of decadent pastries. 947 Gessner Rd., Houston, haywirerestaurants.com
EASTER BRUNCH TO-GO
Feges BBQ
Feges BBQ is making Easter entertaining effortless with a take-home feast designed for a stress-free weekend, available for pre-order through Tuesday, March 31 with pick-up scheduled for April 2-3 at Greenway Plaza; and April 2-4 in Spring Branch. The menu brings together brisket, ribs, and smoked favorites with sides like Moroccan spiced carrots, Korean braised greens, and signature hog-fat cornbread. To finish, desserts such as classic carrot cake and rum raisin bread pudding add a celebratory touch. Fully cooked and packaged with simple reheating instructions, it’s an easy way to serve a standout Easter meal at home. Multiple locations, fegesbbq.com
EASTER EVENTS
City Place
North of Houston, this retail and residential area is bustling with activities during the year and its Easter party on Saturday, April 4 will kick off its spring lineup. From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., visitors can enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, and a special DJ set. There are nearly 20 eateries in the area for grabbing lunch or dinner, including Common Bond, Urban Bird, Tarka Indian Kitchen, and Sushi Rebel. 1250 Lake Plaza Dr., Spring, cityplacenow.com
13th Annual Lyons Avenue Renaissance Festival
This celebration of the history and culture of the Fifth Ward is happening Saturday, March 28 from noon to 5 p.m., with numerous family-friendly activities planned throughout the day, beginning with its Urban Helicopter Egg Drop. Thousands of filled plastic Easter eggs will fall from the sky and wee ones can scramble for as many as they can carry. There is a Kids Zone with games and rides, plus live musical entertainment. More than 100 vendors will be in attendance, including a full lineup of food trucks serving Creole, barbecue, and soul food. There will also be a community parade. Best of all, admission is free. 3700 Lyons Ave., Houston, lyonsavenuefestival.com
Walking Stick Brewing Co.
This family and pet-friendly brewery in Garden Oaks is hosting a special Easter service on Sunday, April 5 with Restore Houston, an inclusive local church. There will be complimentary bagels and coffee at 10 a.m., followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. Krista Sharpe, a songwriter out of Conroe, will perform live from 3 to 6 p.m., and Brother’s John will have a food truck onsite with burgers, grilled chicken sandwiches, and wings. Naturally, there will be lots of beer on tap and plenty of seating, indoors and out.956 Wakefield Dr., Houston, walkingstickbrewing.com
EASTER SPECIALS
Buttermilk Baby
Buttermilk Baby is leaning into the season with a playful duo of Easter-ready treats available through April. The Peep Dream Shake delivers a dose of nostalgia with marshmallow soft serve, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a signature bunny Peep perched on top, while the spring chicken sandwich adds a savory counterpoint with its lemon parmesan-crusted chicken breast, layered with lemon aioli, lettuce, tomato, and provolone on a potato bun. 600 N. Shepherd Dr., Ste. 250 Houston, thebuttermilkbaby.com
