Whether you're celebrating with family or friends this Easter, you can count on finding a memorable spot to celebrate thanks to offerings from the spectacular restaurants in the greater Milwaukee area.
From bountiful brunches to delectable dinners, you're sure to find something that fits your celebratory style.
Festivities before Easter
Kegel’s Inn
Bootleggers Heated Beer Garden Tent
5901 W National Ave, West Allis, (414) 257-9999
kegelsinn.com
On Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kegel’s Inn will serve a bountiful Easter breakfast buffet and host a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Even more, guests can enjoy it all in the warm, festive atmosphere of Bootleggers Alley, Milwaukee's only heated beer garden. The menu will include options like fluffy scrambled eggs, sausages, pancakes, German charcuterie and cheeses and seasonal fruit. Cost is $35 per person and kids under the age of 10 years old eat free. All guests are entitled to free photos with the Easter Bunny. There will also be a raffle to benefit the Lion’s Club. Reservations can be made online.
Easter meal pre-orders
I.d. Delafield
415 Genesee St., Delafield, (262) 249-6473
iddelafield.com
I.d. is taking pre-orders for a take-and-bake Easter meal that feeds up to six for $140. The menu features ham or prime rib, sides and dessert. View the menu and place your order online. Orders must be placed online by Thursday, April 17 with pick-up on Saturday April 19 between 3 and 7 p.m.
Miss Molly’s Cafe & Pastry Shop
9201 W. Center St., (414) 249-5665
missmollyscafe.com
Miss Molly’s is offering an Easter dinner that feeds four for $100 (includes sliced, glazed ham, berry salad, macaroni & cheese and dinner rolls with garlic herb butter). A la carte items are also available to order, as well as desserts (carrot cake, raspberry cheesecake, lemon meringue tarte and more). View the full menu and place your order online. Deadline for orders is April 16 at 3 p.m. with pick-up on Saturday, April 19th between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The Pfister Hotel
424 E. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 273-8222
thepfisterhotel.com
The Pfister will be offering their artfully sculpted Easter Bunny’s House Cake to pre-order for $70 (+ tax). Guests can choose from two delicious flavors: Carrot cake (spiced with grated carrots and cinnamon) or Hummingbird cake (a Southern classic with bananas, pineapple, pecans and cinnamon). Orders can be placed in person at the Pfister Cafe or online with pick-up on April 19 or 20 at the barista counter between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Easter Sunday - April 20
Partner Pick
Sunday, April 20 Whether you celebrate Easter with family, friends or loved ones, make this holiday extra special with a delicious spread that everyone will love. Seating at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. More info Or call (262)-782-8670 to reserve your table
Bullwinkle's at the Galleria, 18900 W Bluemound Rd Suite 100, Brookfield
ARIA at Saint Kate Arts Hotel
139 E. Kilbourn Ave., (414) 431-1211
saintkatearts.com/dining/aria-restaurant
ARIA will be hosting Bunnies, Bubbles & Brunch on Easter Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu will feature brunch favorites, plus crafted cocktails and mimosa flights. View more information and make your reservation online.
Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant
925 E. Wells St., (414) 765-1166
bartolottas.com/bacchus
Bacchus will be serving a three-course Easter brunch menu on April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The menu will include dishes like chilled king crab, salmon lox, berry french toast, crab benedict, wagyu steak and eggs, and strawberry frangipane, among other options. Pricing is $65 per person and reservations are required. Access the full menu and reservations online.
Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
3133 E. Newberry Blvd., (414) 962-6300
bartolottas.com/lake-park-bistro
Lake Park Bistro will be offering a three-course Easter menu on Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dishes include rillettes de saumon, quiche lorraine, omelette au homard, and steak frites du “Lake Park Bistro” among other options. Cost is $60 per person and reservations can be made online.
Bass Bay Brewhouse
S79W15851 Aud Mar Dr., Muskego, (414) 377-9449
bassbaybrewhouse.com
Bass Bay is offering an Easter brunch buffet on April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Bullwinkles at the Galleria
18900 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield, (262) 782-8670
bullwinklesbrookfield.com
Bullwinkle’s will be offering a special East Brunch on Sunday, April 20 with two seatings available at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Guests can indulge in a spread of delicious items including meats (carved glazed ham, prime rib, BBQ ribs, rotisserie chicken, smoked salmon, shrimp cocktail); a pasta station; sides (fresh fruit, salad bar, mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans); breakfast items (made-to-order omelets, hash browns, French toast); and sweets including mini cream puffs, cakes and cheesecake. Pricing is $38.95 for adults and $15.95 for children under the age of 12. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the restaurant at (262) 782-8670.
Cavas
401 E. Erie St., (414) 930-9088
cavasmke.com
Cavas will be hosting Easter brunch on April 20 with seatings at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. Cost is $80 per person (plus gratuity). View the menu and make your reservations online.
The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant
1807 Nagawicka Rd., Hartland, (262) 563-8070
bartolottas.com/commodore
The Commodore will be offering an Easter brunch and dinner buffet from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (with brunch available until 2 p.m.). Options will include a juice bar, appetizers, chef-made omelets, a carving station, breakfast buffet, and dinner buffet. Cost is $65 per adult and $30 per child.The full menu and reservations are available online.
Harbor House
550 N. Harbor Dr., (414) 395-4900
bartolottas.com/harbor-house
Enjoy picturesque views of Lake Michigan and a three-course menu featuring seafood favorites such as lobster arancini, shellfish bisque, and king crab legs, as well as prime rib roast, filet mignon, lamb chops, and more. The menu will be available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (with brunch options until 2 p.m.) and is priced based on each guest’s choice of entrée. The full menu and reservations are available online.
i.d. Delafield
415 Genesee St., Delafield, (262) 249-6473
iddelafield.com
I.d. will be offering a four-course plated Easter brunch on April 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $67 per person or $20 for children age 10 or younger. View the full menu and make reservations online.
Joey Gerard's – A Bartolotta Supper Club
5601 Broad St, Greendale, (414) 858-1900
bartolottas.com/joey-gerards
Joey Gerard’s will be hosting an Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Options include an appetizer station, chef-made eggs and omelets, carving station, breakfast dishes, and a dessert station. Pricing is $70 per person and $25 per child. The full menu and reservations are available online.
The Grain Exchange
225 E. Michigan St., (414) 727-6980
bartolottas.com/catering/venues/grain-exchange
The Grain Exchange will offer a buffet on Easter from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Options include an Appetizer Station, Omelet Station, Carving Station, Hot Buffet, and Dessert and S’mores Stations. Pricing is $70 per adult and $23 per child. The full menu and reservations are available online.
Italian Community Center
631 E. Chicago St., (414) 223-2180
bartolottas.com/catering/venues/italian-community-center
The Italian Community Center will serve Easter brunch with reservations from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Options include an appetizer station, traditional breakfast, entrée table, carving table, desserts, and a kid’s menu. Pricing is $62.99 per adult and $22.95 per child. A cash bar will also be available. The full menu and reservations are available online.
Lowcountry
1114 N. Water St., (414) 252-0015
lowcountrychicago.com/milwaukee-wi
Treat the family to an Easter seafood boil on Sunday, April 20 from 2 to 9 p.m. Lowcountry's full menu will be available along with special Springtime sangria cocktails for just $8.
Lupi & Iris
777 N. Van Buren St., (414) 293-9090
lupiandiris.com
Celebrate Easter at Lupi & Iris with a three-course, prix fixe Brunch starting at $65 per person (plus tax & service charge) or a three-course, prix fixe dinner starting at $85 per person(plus tax and service charge). View details and make your reservation online.
Mason Street Grill
425 E. Mason St., (414) 298-3131
masonstreetgrill.com
Mason Street will be offering brunch on Easter from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Menu items will include brunch classics along with delicacies like a lobster omelet, prime rib and slow roasted lamb shoulder. View the full menu and make reservations online.
Mr. B's - A Bartolotta Steakhouse
18380 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield, (262) 790-7005
bartolottas.com/mr-b-s-steakhouse/brookfield
Mr. B’s in Brookfield will serve a three-course Easter brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring dishes like shellfish bisque, brioche french toast and espresso crème brûlée. Pricing will be based on each guest’s choice of entrée. The full menu and reservations are available online.
Mr. B's - A Bartolotta Steakhouse
11120 N. Cedarburg Rd., Mequon.
bartolottas.com/mr-b-s-steakhouse/mequon
For Easter, Mr. B’s in Mequon will serve a three-course brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring dishes such as a BLT wedge, seafood and leek omelette, and lemon curd cheesecake. Pricing will be based on each guest’s choice of entrée. The full menu and reservations are available online.
Oggie’s Kitchen & Bar
Hotel Metro
411 E. Mason St., (414) 225-3260
oggiesmke.com
Oggie’s will be offering Easter Brunch from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Offerings will include a wide variety of offerings from classic eggs benedict and lemon blueberry pancakes to steak benedict, wild mushroom toast and salmon etouffee. View the full menu here and make your reservations online.
The Pfister Hotel
424 E. Wisconsin Ave., (414) 273-8222
thepfisterhotel.com
The Pfister will be hosting its annual Easter brunch on April 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., complete with a visit from the Easter Bunny. Cost is $99 for adults and $35 for children age 3 to 10 (children two and under are free). Tax and gratuity are not included. View the full menu and make your reservations online.
Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993
7616 W. State St., Wauwatosa, (414) 771-7910
bartolottas.com/ristorante-bartolotta
Ristorante Bartolotta will serve an Italian brunch on Easter from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Offerings will include options like antipasto misto, polpette della nonna, frittata con zucchine, rucola e mozzarella, and saltimbocca di pollo, among other options. Pricing is $65 per person. The full menu and reservations are available online.
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Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
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