Where Is That Bunny At?

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Easter is your official invitation to embrace spring, chase down all those eggs, and keep an eye out for that bunny. Whether you’re wrangling kids for an egg hunt, gathering family for brunch with bubbles, or just using the holiday as an excuse to don a bonnet and eat well (valid), the DMV has plenty of festive ways to celebrate. Consider this your guide to finding the treats, no basket required.

Acqua Bistecca: This Easter, Acqua Bistecca invites guests to indulge in an elegant, Italian-inspired brunch experience designed for celebration and connection. Priced at $65 per person, the multi-course menu showcases refined flavors and seasonal ingredients, beginning with selections like Prosciutto & Pear, Arancini, and Tuna Tartare, followed by standout entrées such as Eggs Benedictine with crispy polenta cake, Lasagna alla Piastra, and Crispy Skin Arctic Char. For a truly indulgent holiday, guests can enhance their experience with luxe offerings like the “Doppio Uovo” Deviled Egg with caviar and truffle cream or “The Only” Caviar Cannoli. The menu is complemented by Italian wines, sparkling selections, and a playful build-your-own spritz bar featuring seasonal flavors.

Ada’s on the River: Celebrate Easter Sunday with a waterfront brunch at Ada’s on the River featuring seasonal dishes like the South African Lobster Benedict with butter-poached lobster, poached eggs, crème fraîche, smoked tomatoes, and potato pavé, as well as a Croque Madame layered with prosciutto cotto, brioche, and pecorino-gruyère béchamel. Finish with carrot cake topped with cream cheese mousse, candied pecans, and pineapple jam; Click here for more info.

Astro Beer Hall: This Easter, Astro Beer Hall in the Village at Shirlington invites families to their third annual Easter Egg Hunt. Beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 5th, the galactic-inspired restaurant will commence the hunt for eggs, filled with kid-friendly goodies and candy. One golden egg featuring a $100 Astro gift card will be hidden among the eggs for one lucky winner. The Easter Bunny will join the celebration for photos and fun starting at 10:00 a.m.

BARCA Pier & Wine Bar: BARCA will offer Mediterranean-inspired brunch specials for Easter Sunday along the Alexandria waterfront. Highlights include a Herbed Yogurt Dip with warm pita and pickled vegetables, Jamón Ibérico Benedict with a Portuguese muffin and mojo rojo, and Grilled Lamb & Artichoke Kebab served with herbs and garlic yogurt; Click here for more info.

Bastille Brasserie & Bar: Bastille in Old Town Alexandria is offering a 3-course French Easter brunch on April 5 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for $79 per person. The menu features seasonal dishes like citrus shrimp salad, lobster risotto, trout amandine, and filet mignon with frites, followed by desserts such as pavlova and warm chocolate moelleux. Note that Sunday dinner service will not be available on Easter.

Black Barn Alpacas: Black Barn Alpacas is bringing back its annual Easter “EGG-stravaganza,” offering a holiday experience just outside Baltimore. Families can enjoy untimed Easter egg hunts across the farm’s open fields, hand-feed alpacas, and take part in classic lawn games and Easter crafts. The event has become a local tradition for families looking for a more relaxed, outdoors-focused way to celebrate the holiday; Click here for more info.

Blue Duck Tavern: Blue Duck Tavern will offer a 3-course prix-fixe Easter brunch on April 5 from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m., priced at $165 for adults and $75 for children. The experience includes a buffet-style starter spread with charcuterie, seafood, and salads, followed by entrée choices like pastrami smoked salmon Benedict, roasted prawns, slow-roasted prime rib, and spring risotto, plus a full pastry display for dessert. An à la carte dinner service will be available from 5:30 - 10:00 p.m.

Bully: Bully will host a special Flamenco Brunch Buffet for Easter, bringing together vibrant Spanish flavors, live-spirited atmosphere, and seasonal dishes for a lively holiday celebration.

Capital One Center: Capital One Center is hosting a full day of Easter festivities on April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The highlight is an Easter Egg Hunt with 3,000 eggs on the Great Lawn at The Perch. Activities include goat yoga, miniature golf, food trucks, a paint-and-sip at Perch Putt, craft brews from Starr Hill, a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny, and adoptable puppies from Wolf Trap Animal Rescue. Additional events at street level include the return of the Color Fun Run and a petting zoo at Metro Park, along with pop-ups and experiences throughout the day; Click here for more info.

Cheesetique: Cheesetique is offering a special brunch menu (entrees starting at $15) this Easter featuring a Grown Up Grilled Cheese, Chicken & Cheddar-Gruyere Waffles, and Challah French Toast. The Easter Bunny will be on location to delight family members of all ages from 11:30am-1:30pm.

The Colonnade at Fairmont DC: The Colonnade will host its annual Easter Sunday Brunch on April 5 with seatings at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The festive buffet includes a seafood display, carving stations with glazed ham and marinated leg of lamb, and brunch favorites like omelets, waffles, and house-made pastries. Families can also enjoy visits from the Easter Bunny, courtyard egg hunts for kids, and live music from an electric violinist. The brunch is priced at $169 per person including a glass of sparkling wine, $79 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 5; Click here for more info. 

Corso Italian: Corso Italian is offering an All-You-Can-Mangia special for $29 on Easter Sunday. Guests can enjoy an entree and unlimited small plates. Brunch cocktails start at $9. For the little ones, the Easter Bunny will be handing out treats from 11:30am-1:30pm, and the whole family can indulge in Nonna’s Carrot Cake (nut free) special.  

Crimson Lane Vineyards: Celebrate Easter Sunday with an elevated wine country experience at Crimson Lane Vineyards. Guests are invited to enjoy a relaxed, two-hour seated tasting on the picturesque South Porch, featuring a curated flight of wines paired with expert guidance through each vintage. For an enhanced culinary experience, guests can opt into a special Easter Brunch Pairing by Chef Jan Van Haute of Vaucluse Springs Inn, showcasing a refined, seasonal menu. Guests can also enjoy exclusive, Easter-only pours, including the Kir Royale and Crimson Mimosa, designed to complement the spring menu.

CUT DC: Executive Chef Andrew Ho presents a multi-course Easter brunch highlighting Mid-Atlantic ingredients alongside CUT signatures. Menu highlights include Maryland blue crab cake, Perigord black truffle omelet, foie gras stuffed French toast, and American Wagyu steak frites, followed by a dessert display and seasonal ice cream cart by Executive Pastry Chef Ligia Barros. Guests can also enjoy a live instrumental trio and children’s egg-coloring station. Priced at  $145 per adult and $70 per child.

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse: Celebrate Easter in style with a delightful brunch at Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse in Reston! Savor our carefully crafted seasonal specialties alongside beloved classics, promising a memorable experience for all. Plus, our full dinner menu will also be available to satisfy every palate. Create cherished holiday memories while enjoying Davio’s renowned hospitality.

dLeña: Celebrate Easter with dLeña, on Sunday, April 5th. From 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Easter brunch guests can choose between bottomless food and drinks ($69) or bottomless food ($45) with drinks a la carte.

Era Wine Bar: Join Era Wine Bar on Easter Sunday for brunch from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Guests will be able to pair their favorite wines and cocktails with their meal. 

The Falls: The Falls will offer a prix-fixe unlimited small plates menu, featuring Easter additions. $38 per adult, the menu will feature shrimp cocktail, ham and cheese quiche, vegetable quiche, and smoked ham, with carrot cake available à la carte.

Gerrard Street Kitchen: Diners can celebrate Easter in style at Gerrard Street Kitchen at The Darcy on Sunday, April 5, from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Brunch is priced at $68+ per adult and $30+ for children 12 and under, with optional bottomless beverages for an additional $30+ per person, including mimosas in flavors like limoncello, raspberry, and Tiffany, or a housemade Bloody Mary with a build-your-own garnish bar.

The Inn at Little Washington: Join on Easter Sunday and choose from 3 different 7-course tasting menus from Chef Patrick O’Connell. Guests can also stroll the grounds and enjoy Spring delights.

Joe Theismann’s Restaurant & Bar: Families are invited to Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 4 and April 5 at 8 a.m. Guests can enjoy a family-style breakfast along with an Easter egg hunt, basket-making activities, and photos with the Easter Bunny. The experience is $64.82 for adults and $36.39 for children ages 2+, with optional bottomless mimosas, Prosecco, or Bellinis available for an additional cost; Click here for more info.

Kingbird: Celebrate Easter with an elevated brunch experience at Kingbird from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., featuring fresh pastries, made-to-order roasted lamb, a raw bar with lobster and oysters, quiche Lorraine, and classic breakfast favorites. The menu is priced at $135 per adult and $65 per child.

La Grande Boucherie x Olio e Piu: Celebrate the season with an Easter-inspired dining experience at sister restaurants La Grande Boucherie D.C. and Olio e Più. This special prix fixe offering highlights classic spring dishes with bold, refined flavors across both concepts.

Liberty Tavern: Liberty Tavern will offer an unlimited brunch with Easter specials. Highlights include fritto misto, lasagna bianca di pasqua, grilled bronzino, and carrot cake. The prix fixe menu is priced at $45 per adult and $14 per child.

Little Blackbird: Little Blackbird is celebrating Easter all April with playful candy and wine pairings, including Marshmallow Peeps with Sauternes, Cadbury Creme Eggs with Orange Muscat, Cadbury Mini Eggs with Madeira, and jellybeans with Blanc de Blanc. The whimsical pairings highlight nostalgic sweets alongside thoughtfully selected wines, available during regular dinner service.

Locavore: Locavore will host a special Easter dining experience on Sunday, April 5 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ($58 per person), featuring a three-course, choose-your-own experience. The menu showcases spring flavors with starters like Chesapeake crab “Angel Eggs,” Chilled Strawberry Gazpacho followed by mains including Curried Leg of Lamb and House-Made Rabbit Ragu with Hand-Cut Tagliatelle. Desserts lean into the season with options like Strawberry Rhubarb Crostata and Heirloom Baby Carrot Cake with Goat Cheese Frosting.

Lutèce: Join The Popal Group on Easter Sunday for dishes from Chefs Bruno Enciso and Ana Sofía Pino including Cinnamon Rolls (cardamom, buttermilk glaze), Sticky Toffee (medjool dates, ginger ice cream), and a Fluke Crudo (ludacrisp, daikon, marigold, rice crisp). Lutèce will be transitioning away from weekend lunch service in the coming weeks, so this is also one of your last chances to eat their iconic Dry Aged Cheeseburger.

Lyon Hall: Lyon Hall will offer Easter specials in addition to their regular brunch menu. Highlights will include lamp chops, bouillabaisse, jumbo lump crab cake, and braised rabbit.

Mikko: This Easter weekend, Mikko welcomes guests into its warm, Scandinavian‑inspired Dupont Circle townhouse for a three‑day celebration of spring flavors, Nordic comfort, and Chef Mikko’s signature hospitality. The special three‑course Easter Menu will be offered Friday, April 3, Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5, available for both dine‑in and to‑go. Designed with the bright, seasonal ingredients of a Nordic spring, the menu blends tradition with Chef Mikko’s refined, comforting style. Guests begin with a choice of Shrimp & Crab Skagen Devilled Eggs served with Spring Salad or a crisp Frisée Salad with Seared Tuna & Cucumber Salad — two fresh, elegant starters that set the tone for the holiday weekend.

Minetta Tavern: On Easter Sunday, April 5th, Minetta Tavern is serving a special brunch menu with limited-time offerings such as Grilled Asparagus topped with Hollandaise and Caviar, Sole Meunière, Rack of Lamb with Morels, and Carrot Cake with Orange Sorbet

Mon Ami Gabi (Bethesda): Gather for a delightful Easter brunch at Mon Ami Gabi from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM with entrées like the Avocado Tartine, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, French Toast, Lobster Omelette, and more. Or, stop by for dinner from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM for an afternoon or evening of French classics. Enjoy the Frisée & Lardon Salad, Steak Frites, Roast Salmon, and the house specialty, the Roast Chicken à la Grand-Mère. 

Namak: Namak, the Eastern Mediterranean-influenced restaurant located in Adam’s Morgan, will celebrate Easter and Orthodox Easter with a Prime Rib Kebab special developed by Executive Chef Lindsey Flowers. The $32 kebab features harissa prime rib served with horseradish labneh and red wine jus. The special will be available on Sunday, April 5th and Sunday, April 12th during the restaurant’s recently launched Sunday All-Day service from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Nobu: Nobu will offer an elevated version of its all-you-can-eat brunch on Easter Sunday, featuring a selection of Japanese and Western delights. Priced at $90 per person, guests can enjoy unlimited Nobu favorites, sushi, salads, pastries & desserts, and chef stations. 

Northside Social: From Thurs 4/2 - Sun 4/5, Northside Social is offering Easter specials and to-go options available for pre-order 48 hours in advance. Highlights include walnut carrot cupcakes, a spring cookie sampler, lemon lavender buns, seasonal quiche, and cocktail specials. Guests can order a mimosa kit, which includes a bottle of sparkling wine and juice.

The Royal: The Royal is celebrating Easter Sunday with a bold brunch lineup including dishes like Pot Roast Hash with braised beef, sunny eggs, crispy home fries, caramelized onions, feta, and roasted garlic aioli, and the Vampiro Burrito packed with chicken chorizo, scrambled eggs, refried beans, crispy cheeses, salsa verde, and cilantro; Click here for more info.

RPM Italian: Celebrate Easter Sunday at RPM Italian with seasonal specials alongside RPM favorites, including pastas like Lemon Burrata Cappalletti, seafood selections such as Atlantic Swordfish, Italian classics like Eggplant Parmesan alla Billi, and more.

Summer House (North Bethesda): Celebrate Easter with a springtime feast at Summer House! On Sunday, April 5, delight in a holiday brunch from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMfeaturing specials like Ham and Eggs and Cinnamon-Sugar Pancakes available alongside the weekend brunch menu. Gather with friends and family for dinner from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM, to enjoy specials such as Roasted Alaskan Halibut available alongside the main menu. Don’t forget to hop over to The Cookie Bar for dessert.

Tari Trattoria: Tari Trattoria is offering a Pasqua (Easter) menu alongside its regular offerings on Easter Sunday from 12:00 - 9:00 p.m. Specials include Minestra Maritata (a classic Italian Easter soup with beef ribs and sausage), a crab cake–topped Granchio focaccia, housemade carbonara with guanciale, roasted rabbit with fava beans and mint, and Pastiera, the traditional ricotta and orange Easter dessert.

Truluck’s: Truluck’s will be open on Easter from 12:00 - 9:00 p.m., serving its full menu of fresh seafood and prime steaks. Highlights include Florida Stone Crab Claws, miso-glazed seabass, Mediterranean branzino, and New Zealand lamb, alongside seasonal specials like the “Yuzu Cool” cocktail and a limited-time lemon-blueberry custard bread pudding.

Vola’s Dockside Grill: Vola’s Dockside Grill is offering Easter brunch by the waterfront with dishes like Pecan-Crusted French Toast topped with Bavarian cream and fresh berries, and Lobster & Crab Cannelloni featuring Maine lobster, lump crab, spinach, and Gruyère in a sherry cream sauce; Click here for more info.

Wildfire (Tyson’s): Celebrate Easter at Wildfire with the special Braised Colorado Lamb Shank served with fresh spinach and cauliflower mashed potatoes for $44.95, plus tax. For dessert, enjoy Triple Layer Carrot Cake by the slice for $10.95, plus tax, or order whole cakes for carryout for $54.95, plus tax (gratuity not included). Available for dine-in and carryout all day, in addition to our regular dinner menu.

Zinnia: Zinnia's Easter Brunch will feature starters for the table including a homemade bread basket and fresh fruit, choice of entree for $45 per adult. A separate beverage option that can be added for an additional $25 per adult. For families, a special kids menu will be available for guests 12 and under for $35 each and will include an Easter-themed goodie bag, plus the opportunity for a special Easter Egg Hunt throughout the day, where kids will be invited to search over three acres of Zinnia's Gardens for eggs filled with candy and other treats. All participants must be supervised by an adult.