From over-the-top brunch buffets to refined dinners and take-home pastries, Twin Cities restaurants are going all out for Easter Sunday, April 5. Whether you’re planning a family outing or a more elevated holiday meal, here’s where to book now—organized by time to help you plan your day.
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Sunday, April 5—Morning (8-10 a.m.)
The Drake at The Saint Paul Hotel
8 a.m.-2 p.m. | St. Paul
Celebrate with festive brunch features like monkey bread with caramel, deviled eggs, chicken & waffles, and a pickle-brined fried chicken sandwich, alongside the regular menu.
Tria Restaurant
9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | North Oaks
A classic Easter brunch buffet with all the fixings, plus a separate prix fixe dinner later in the day.
Sunday, April 5—Late Morning to Afternoon (10 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Birch’s on the Lake
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Long Lake
Two buffet experiences (Supperclub and Boathouse), plus an Easter Fun Zone with games, treats, and visits from the Easter Bunny.
Butcher & the Boar
Brunch service | Minneapolis
A lively buffet featuring house-made sausages, fried chicken, biscuits and gravy, and a smoked prime rib and brisket carving station.
Eloise
9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Wayzata
A classic Easter brunch featuring savory and sweet favorites, desserts, and traditional brunch cocktails. Reservations are recommended, with seatings available for small groups throughout the morning and early afternoon.
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Radisson Blu Mall of America, Bloomington
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar at Radisson Blu Mall of America will host a Minnesota-inspired Easter brunch on April 5, featuring smoked walleye and venison charcuterie, made-to-order omelets, maple-glazed salmon, and desserts like lingonberry cheesecake. Reservations recommended.
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Keller Grille at Keller Golf Course
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Maplewood
A classic Easter brunch buffet featuring an omelet station, maple-glazed ham, cheesy hash browns, and herb-crusted chicken with lemon parsley sauce, plus optional add-ons like mimosas and Bloody Marys. Family-friendly pricing makes it an easy pick for groups.
Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse
10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Coon Rapids
Easter buffet alongside a limited menu in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Mallards Southern Kitchen
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Multiple locations
A festive Easter brunch featuring a chef-curated menu, bottomless mimosas, and a fresh fruit and pastry bar. With locations across the metro, it’s an easy, family-friendly option for a relaxed holiday gathering.
Mara
Brunch service | Minneapolis
A luxe Easter buffet featuring a roasted leg of lamb carving station, gnocchi bar, multiple egg preparations, and brunch favorites like waffles and pancakes, plus an artful dessert display by Pastry Chef Kenzie Ross.
Mirabelle
Brunch service | Excelsior
A festive buffet with a ham carving station and seasonal spring dishes.
Pink Ivy Kitchen & Bar
10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hopkins
A refined Easter brunch menu highlights seasonal dishes and classic preparations, from a smoked salmon omelette with tarragon crème fraîche to steak & eggs with parmesan hash browns and a glazed country ham dinner. Additional salads, sandwiches, and brunch staples round out the menu.
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Red Cow (North Loop)
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Minneapolis
A crowd-pleasing buffet with brunch staples, raw bar, carving station, sliders, pastas, and more. Other locations offer regular brunch service.
Red Rabbit
Brunch service | Minneapolis + St. Paul
An expansive buffet featuring oysters, shrimp, Italian-inspired brunch dishes, pastas, pizzas, and desserts.
Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse
10 a.m.-3 p.m. | South St. Paul
A traditional Easter buffet with hearty brunch and lunch favorites.
Starling
Brunch service | Edina
Fan-favorite brunch dishes like bacon fried rice alongside classic staples.
Surly
10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Minneapolis
Surly’s epic Easter Buffet returns, taking over the brewery grounds with a super-deluxe spread of brunch favorites—from brisket carving stations and shrimp luge to pastries, pancakes, and more. Expect beer and seltzer cocktails, crafts for kids, an Easter egg hunt, and even a visit from the Easter Bunny, plus a new family-friendly “Wiggle Room” upstairs with extra treats and space to play.
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Sunday, April 5—Midday to Afternoon (11 a.m.-5 p.m.)
Smack Shack
11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Minneapolis + Bloomington
Seafood-forward brunch with dishes like lobster madame, smoked salmon bagels, and Cajun walleye po’ boys.
The St. Paul Grill
2 p.m.-8 p.m. | St. Paul
An elegant Easter menu featuring fresh seafood, braised lamb, and spring-inspired desserts.
Sunday, April 5—Dinner (4-8 p.m.)
P.S. Steak
Dinner service | Minneapolis
A refined evening experience with standout dishes like lamb porterhouse and lemon pepper spätzle.
Tria Restaurant
4-8 p.m. | North Oaks
Returns with a prix fixe dinner menu to close out the holiday.
