Easter Sunday Dining

Easter Sunday is a great day for families to share special meals together at our favorite establishments around town. If you and your family enjoy home style comfort food, these fine restaurants and banquet halls are preparing select holiday menus for all to enjoy.

And since Catholic and Orthodox Christians alike will be celebrating Easter on April 16 (most years these Easter observances occur a week or more apart), it promises to be a memorable day of food, fun and celebration.

Reservations may be required or at least recommended at many locations. Be sure to check the restaurant or banquet facility website, or call them directly to confirm reservation policies; some sell out rather quickly.

Popular establishments open for Easter dining in the Chicago region:

Jimmy's Charhouse in Libertyville will be open 11am-10pm, serving a select holiday menu with their famous wood-roasted chicken, BBQ baby back ribs, custom-cut steaks, pastas and more. One of Chicago's favorite north suburban restaurants, Jimmy's welcomes all to enjoy delicious Easter dining in their spacious dining area. Visit Jimmy's website to learn more about their Easter Sunday event. For reservations, call (847) 549-9900.

D'Andrea Banquets in Crystal Lake will be serving their famous Easter Sunday Brunch, 9am-3pm, that will include omelets and waffles made to order plus pancakes, french toast, eggs benedict, baked cod, beef stew, roast chicken and much more. Guests will also enjoy carving stations of roast beef and ham, wide variety of salads, coffee, desserts and more. Owner Pete Spentzos says, "Our Easter Brunch definitely has something for everybody. It has been popular in the community for 15 years. It's nice to greet people every year who let us know how much they enjoy Easter Brunch at our facility." Every Easter, D'Andrea makes sure to include visits from the Easter Bunny. For information, see D'Andrea Banquets' Easter holiday page, and for reservations, call (815) 459-7234

Jameson's Charhouse in Arlington Heights will be serving a special Easter menu, 11am-10pm, featuring their famous prime aged angus steaks, fresh seafood, baby back ribs, Greek chicken and more. Other Easter items include baked ham (off-the-bone), roast leg of lamb and roast duck. Come and enjoy great Easter dining in Jameson's multi-level dining areas and cozy lounge. Learn more about Jameson's in Arlington Heights at their website. For reservations, call (847) 392-7100 or check website for more details.

Concorde Banquets in Kildeer presents its acclaimed Easter Sunday Champagne Brunch, 10am-1:30pm, at their scenic banquet facility. Concorde's menu will include omelet station, scrambled eggs, Mediterranean quiche, cheese crepes, bacon, sausage and more. The holiday menu will also include prime rib of beef, roasted rosemary leg of lamb, maple glazed ham off the bone, broiled salmon, beef tenderloin and much more. Adults receive a complimentary glass of champagne. And for the kids, a visit from the Easter Bunny! For more info, visit Concorde Banquets holiday page or call (847) 438-0025 for reservations.

Mill Creek Banquets in Wauconda has recently been re-opened and will host Easter Sunday Brunch, 11am-4pm, featuring roast beef, bone-in ham, BBQ ribs, fried chicken, baked cod, mostaccioli with meatballs and more. Brunch will also include omelets, waffles, biscuits and gravy, salads, sweet table, coffee and more. To learn more about Mill Creek's Easter celebration, visit their holiday page. For reservations, call Mill Creek at (847) 865-3393.

Palm Court Restaurant in Arlington Heights will be open 11:30am-8pm, serving roast turkey, baked ham, prime rib of beef, steak and lobster, leg of lamb, roast duckling, fresh seafood and other favorites. Owner John Sellis says the low-key upscale setting at the famous restaurant is a nice draw on the holiday. "Every Easter, we look forward to serving our regular menu and a few surprises in the comfort of our relaxed dining areas and lounge." To learn more about Palm Court Restaurant, visit their website. For reservations, call Palm Court at (847) 870-7770.

Rockwood Tap House in Downer's Grove offers it Easter Sunday Brunch, 10:30am-3pm, with a delicious omelette station, their signature prime rib, baked ham, orange ginger salmon, roast turkey, smoked salmon, eggs benedict, and assorted breakfast and lunch selections. They also provide a huge dessert table. Learn more about Rockwood's Easter celebration on their holiday page. For reservations, call (630) 964-3131.