Top Easter Brunches, Egg Hunts & Holiday Fun in Philly, Bucks & South Jersey

1)  Oldestone Steakhouse

15 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938 (Bucks County) 
Sunday, April 5, 2026 

$85 per adult and $35 per child 

EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET 

Enjoy a special Easter Brunch with your family in one of the most stunning restaurants in America. Head to Main Street in New Hope and celebrate the holiday at Oldestone Steakhouse with a special Easter Brunch, on Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 10:00am to 3:30pm. Located inside a restored 19th century church in the center of town, the restaurant is preparing a brunch designed to bring families and friends together while drawing holiday visitors into New Hope for the day. The brunch will feature a wide selection of offerings that reflect the restaurant’s steakhouse approach while incorporating traditional holiday favorites.

At the center of the experience will be the Chef’s Carving Table featuring herb crusted prime rib served with natural jus and horseradish cream alongside slow roasted pineapple honey glazed ham finished with a caramelized glaze. A chilled seafood display will include oysters on the half shell, jumbo shrimp cocktail, and snow crab claws served with classic accompaniments.

Steakhouse breakfast selections will include filet mignon medallions finished with maître d’ butter, thick cut smoked Applewood bacon, and herb roasted breakfast potatoes. Guests can also visit an Eggs Benedict station offering classic preparations along with filet and crab cake variations prepared throughout service.

Additional offerings include roasted vegetables, chef prepared sides, and an artisanal charcuterie and cheese display featuring a curated selection of meats and cheeses.

Reservations are strongly recommended as seating is limited throughout the day. Guests may reserve through Resy or learn more by visiting oldestonesteakhouse dot com.

2) P.J. Clarke’s Philadelphia

The Curtis Building
601 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Center City) 
(215) 999-2000
Reserve now on Resy

EASTER BRUNCH AND HAM DINNER 

Celebrate Easter at the iconic P.J. Clarke’s with the backdrop of Independence Hall and spring in bloom through the floor to ceiling front windows. Enjoy seating for small families up to large parties for the holiday. Look for Easter Sunday specials, including Easter Brunch Specials and Add-ons, $10 Easter Sunday Brunch Cocktails, $20 Bloody Mary Carafes, $22 Mimosa and Bellini Carafes, plus a Easter Ham running all day. Easter Sunday special brunch is 10:30am to 3:45pm last seating, with full specials menu and ham dinner and prime rib, from 4:00pm to last seating at 7:30pm.

PJ Clarke’s Easter Brunch will include:

JAPANESE PANCAKES
tall & fluffy pancakes accompanied by seasonal fruit toppings.

TOMATO BASIL AVOCADO TOAST
whole grain toast, avocado spread, blistered tomatoes, balsamic reduction & basil side of greens

CHICKEN & WAFFLES
corn & jalapeno Belgian style waffle, southern fried chicken served with Jalapeno infused maple syrup

FULL IRISH BREAKFAST
two eggs how you like ‘em, cured bacon, sausage links, sautéed mushrooms & tomatoes, irish baked beans, toast

HUEVOS RANCHEROS
blue corn tortillas, chipotle shrimp, pinto beans, pico de gallo, fried egg

BAGEL AND LOX PLATE
bagel , smoked salmon, with a side of capers, red onion, chive cream cheese & greens

HOMEMADE BISCUITS & HONEY

3) Rockwell & Rose Steakhouse

The Curtis Building
601 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (Center City) 
(215) 918-8009
Reserve now on Resy

EASTER BRUNCH, SPECIAL HOURS, PRIME RIB DINNER

Rockwell & Rose Steakhouse will open special for Easter Sunday Brunch for the first time – starting early at 10:30am with Easter Sunday Cocktails for $10, Special Brunch Caraffes $20-22, Easter Ham Dinner running all day, and a special Easter Sunday Prime Rib Dinner from 4:00pm until last seating at 7:30pm. Enjoy all day Easter brunch and dinner specials, plus full regular menu. Easter Sunday Prime Rib includes Mashed Potatoes, Au Jus, Horseradish for $40, and with wine or beer flight only $50.

Rockwell Easter Brunch specials will include Japanese Pancakes, Tomato Basil Acocado Toast, Chicken and Waffles, Bagel and Lox Plate, Homemade Biscuits and more.

4) Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti

212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia (Old City) 
215-238-0499
Brunch 11:30am to 2:00pm, Dinner 2:00pm to 9:30pm

EASTER BRUNCH AND DINNER

Celebrate Easter Sunday in the heart of Old City at Positano Coast! Spend the holiday surrounded by the beauty and energy of Old City while enjoying fresh seafood, handcrafted pastas, and festive seasonal dishes. our chef will present a specialty à la carte menu inspired by the flavors of coastal Italy – to reserve, call 215-238-0499 or Open Table.

Easter Sunday Brunch runs from 11:30am to 2:00pm including specials and features, including: Proscuitto Flatbread, Positano Breakfast Sandwhich, Cavatelli, Torta Pasqualina, Crab & Asparagus Omelette, Smoked Salmon Flatbread, Zucchin Fritta, Sea Salt Caramel French Toast and more. For Easter Sunday, add on a ticket for the Bottomless Brunch Experience for $30 per person with unlimited mimosas, available until 2:00pm.

For dinner and all-day holiday menu, look for specials including: Bone-in Chicken Parmigiana, Zucchini Crabcake, Pan-Seared Branzino, Pan Seared Black Bass, Veal Chop Milanese, Braised Lamb Shank, Sesame Crusted Tuna, 12 Oz. NY Strip, Veal Short Rib Ragu, Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Lobster Fra Diavolo, Sea Urchin Linguine, Gnocchi Sorrento, Casarecce Bolognese, Peruvian Scallops, Lobster Salad, Grilled Octopus and more.

5) Mamajuana Cafe Philly 

1000 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123 (Fishtown) 

Mamajuana Cafe Philly presents one of the season’s largest brunches with the return of Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 5th, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Philadelphia’s number one weekly celebration brunch will get a holiday make-over with fun for the whole family, including appearances by the Easter Bunny and Mario Brothers between 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Look for Easter Sunday dishes prepared by Chef and team, plus drink specials including a bottle of champagne for the grown-ups with three juices for $55.00. For dinner, look for Chef specials and also homemade Easter themed desserts for a sweet ending for holiday dinner.  

6) Lamberti’s Tutti Toscani
1491 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08034 (South Jersey) 
(856) 354-1157
Noon to 8:00pm

EASTER LUNCH & DINNER

Gather around the table and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere as we make your Easter celebration deliciously memorable! Savor a special from the Easter holiday menu curated by our chef. For all reservations, please call 856-354-1157.

Highlights for Easter include:

Charcuterie Board for Sharing:
freshly sliced italian meats & cheese, seasonal jam, crostini, olives

Italian Wedding Soup

Pasta Fagioli

Whipped Ricotta
fig jam, roasted pears, dried cranberries, crostini

Long Hots
prosciutto, provolone, garlic, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction

Asiago Meatballs
asiago, parmesan, ricotta, beef, pork, veal, marinara, baked with mozzarella

Mussels and Chorizo
spicy plum tomato sauce, chorizo sausage, crostini

Asiago Gnocchi
chicken cutlet, burrata, vodka cream

Parmigiana (Chicken, Veal or Eggplant)
marinara, mozzarella, capellini

Viareggio (Chicken or Veal)
asparagus, jumbo lump crab, lemon, mozzarella, roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables

Seven Fishes
pan-seared fresh catch of the day, scallops, little neck clams, mussels, jumbo lump crab, shrimp, calamari, fresh tomatoes, linguine

Jumbo Lump Crabcakes
sautéed spinach, mashed potatoes, brandy sun-dried tomato cream

Grilled Salmon
mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach, fresh tomato salsa

Branzino Positano
pan-seared fillet, crab, cherry tomatoes, capellini

Verde Trio
scallops, shrimp, jumbo lump crab, tomatoes, garlic, white wine, field greens, pappardelle

Lobster Ravioli
sun-dried tomatoes, rock shrimp, brandy cream sauce

Grilled Veal Chop
broccoli rabe, mashed potatoes

Pork Osso Bucco
braised, mushroom risotto

7) Caffe Aldo Lamberti

2011 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002 (South Jersey) 
(856) 663-1747

EASTER LUNCH AND DINNER 

Caffe Aldo Lamberti invites you to dine on Easter Sunday with dozens of special add-ons and features, plus the full regular menu. Bring your family for dinner indoors and outdoors (weather permitting and limited) on Easter Sunday from 12 Noon to 9:00pm. Easter Sunday Specials are as follows. Book now on Open Table or call 856-663-1747.

Holiday Specials to Include:
Pan-Seared Scallops & House-Made Shrimp Ravioli
Market Catch of Day Barcelona
Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass
Veal Chop Parmigiana
Chicken Lucia
Grilled Rib Eye
Grilled Lamb Chops
8OZ Flet Mignon
Mediterranean Salad
House-Made Gnocchi Sorrento
Paccheri Bolognese
Salmon Scampi
Shrimp Bisque
Chicken Escarole Soup
Colossal Crab Cocktail
Signature Crab Cake
Grilled Baby Spanish Octopus
Wild Gulf Shrimp
Eggplant Napoletana
And More!

8) Sophie’s BBQ

1901 Darby Rd

Havertown, PA 19083

EASTER SUNDAY SPECIAL BRUNCH 

Sophie’s BBQ will open early and offer a special Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 5th with a full menu, plus Easter Sunday only specials including special food and drink add-ons. Seating will be expanded and include Sophie’s BBQ outdoor dining weather permitting. Reservations suggested on Resy. For a preview, look for special menu items including: 

* Spinach and Stone Fruit Salad

* Butterscotch Cornbread & Biscuit Basket

* Smoked French Onion Soup

* Raspberry Ricotta Flapjacks

* Smoked Brisket Benedict 

* Strawberries N Cream Baked French Toast 

* BBQ Platter

* Smokey Sausage, Biscuits and Gravy 

* Chicken N Waffles

* Smokehouse Trinity 

* Farmhouse Brunch Burger 

* Honey Hot Chicken Biscuit 

* Smokehouse Breakfast Sandwich 

* Coffee Rubbed Brisket, Dry Rub Chicken, Pulled Pork Shoulder

* St. Louis Ribs, Pork Belly Burnt Ends, Crispy Smoked Wings

* Much more! 

9) Harry’s Ocean Bar and Grille

1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ (South Jersey) 
Saturday, April 4, 4-8pm and Sunday, April 5, 2-8pm

EASTER THREE COURSE DINNER 

Make Easter Egg-stra Special with Dinner

Let us do the cooking so you can enjoy the day with family and friends. We are offering Easter Specials on Saturday, April 4th from 4pm – 8pm and Sunday, April 5th from 2pm – 8pm.

Enjoy a taste of spring with expertly prepared seasonal dishes, while enjoying seaside dining and ocean views. We’ll be featuring some spring cocktails specials that pair with your dinner options. Take quality holiday time to a new level with an overnight getaway at Montreal Beach Resort with a package worth celebrating! Stay Friday, April 3rd or Saturday, April 4th for just $259 and get a $45 Harry’s gc with your stay – that’s a fre e Easter dinner on us! Use promo code EASTER in the special rates section when you book.

EASTER DINNER SPECIALS
$45 per person (does not include tax and gratuity)

STARTERS
(choice of one)
Potato & Spring Leek Soup
chive oil, crispy potato straws
Broiled Lamb Chops
arugula, mint aioli

ENTREES
(choice of one)
Country-Carved Ham
sweet potato mash, roasted green beans & shallots
Pan-Seared Grouper
grilled potatoes, asparagus
English-Cut Prime Rib
au jus, grilled tomato, horseradish cream, cheddar popover

DESSERT
Toasted Coconut Cheesecake
roasted pineapple glaze

Reservations are recommended. Our regular menu will also be available so you can order your favorite Harry’s bites.

10) Harry’s Ocean Bar and Grille
1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ (South Jersey) 
Saturday, April 4, 2026

10am to Noon

BUNNY BRUNCH

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Join us for a morning full of Easter fun!

The Easter Bunny is making a special stop in Cape May before his big day. Bring your bunny ears and get ready to experience the wide-eyed wonder on the children’s faces. Share the day with family and friends! Tickets include our breakfast buffet, picture opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and an egg hunt. Spend the weekend at our sister resort, Montreal Beach Resort and enjoy the beauty of Cape May in the springtime. Save more the longer you stay with our Spring at the Shore offer. Click Here to Learn More.

Our brunch buffet features all the favorites:
Bagel Bar with assorted spreads
Omelet Station
Scrambled Eggs
Bacon
Sausage
Home Fries
Mickey Mouse Pancakes with chocolate chips, berries, whipped cream, and sprinkles
Pastries, Cookies, Brownies & Holiday Candy

Sip on Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Tea, or Chocolate Milk while little ones visit with the Easter Bunny, take photos, and participate in the egg hunt! The bar will be open to purchase Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s or other adult beverages.

Adults: $29.99 | Children: $21.99 | Under 3 years old: No Charge

Welcome springtime with food, fun, and family time!

11) Philadelphia Zoo

3400 W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA (University City) 
Friday, April 3, Saturday, April 4, Sunday, April 5
11:00am to 2:00pm
Included with cost of ticket/admission

BUNNY BRUNCH 

To celebrate Easter weekend, the Zoo will be holding a relaxed Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 3, Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5 from 11:00am-2:00pm for children ages 2-12, presented by Cadbury. The hunt will take place at the South End of the Zoo across from the SEPTA PZ Express Train and Backyard Kitchen. Children are welcome to bring a basket and find as many eggs as they can to turn them in for candy! Those that find a golden egg will receive a special prize. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult while participating.

12) Philadelphia Zoo

3400 W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA (University City) 
BETWEEN Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, April 12
Zoo Hours
Included with cost of ticket/admission

EGG-CELLENT EGG SEARCH 

All guests who plan to visit the Zoo between Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, April 12, are invited on a self-guided Egg-cellent Egg Search to learn about 10 unique eggs in the animal kingdom. Many of us know reptiles, amphibians, birds, arachnids, and insects lay eggs, but what about the different sizes, shapes and textures they come in? Guests who find all 10 eggs and complete the accompanying entry form will receive a prize at the Guest Services Podium, courtesy of Cadbury. The self-guided Egg-cellent Egg Search is recommended for guests of all ages and included in admission or membership.

13) Philadelphia Zoo
3400 W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA (University City) 
Sunday, March 29, 10:00am to Noon or 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Sunday, April 5, 10:00am to Noon or 1:00pm to 3:00pm

BUNNY BRUNCH

Guests are invited to hop into spring with a magical Bunny Brunch supported by Cadbury! Guests can choose from four seatings: Sunday, March 29, 10:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-3:00pm; Sunday, April 5, 10:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-3:00pm. Guests are invited for a festive event filled with delicious food, animal fun and special holiday surprises. Enjoy a seasonal brunch buffet featuring family favorites, take photos with the Easter Bunny and meet one of the Zoo’s ambassador animals.

Tickets include:
·   Zoo admission for the day
·   Full all-you-can-eat brunch buffet
·   Meet-and-greet photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny
·   Exclusive encounter with one of the Zoo’s ambassador animals
·   Tickets are $69 for adults and $59 for children for 2-11, 2 and under are fr ee but still require a ticket. Zoo members receive a discount. Please note the entire party must reserve at the same time in order to sit together. Please contact events at phillyzoo dot org with any questions.

Bunny Brunch Menu
·   Fresh Fruit Salad
·   Farm Green Salad
·   Yogurt & Granola Parfait
·   Buttermilk Pancakes with Assorted Toppings
·   Mini Quiche
·   Cage-Fr ee Scrambled Eggs
·   Applewood Smoked Bacon
·   Turkey Sausage
·   Yukon Potato Hash
·   Assorted Pastries
·   Carrot Cake
·   Cookies
·   Coffee, tea, juice, and soft drinks
·   Full Bar with alcoholic beverages for purchase, including mimosas and bloody marys

14) Shane Confectionery
110 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA (Old City)

EASTER BASKET CANDY AND CHOCOLATES

Shane Confectionery has been working for months on their Easter line-up. High above the streets of Old City, located in Confectionery Row, Shane brings back their full line-up for sweets and chocolates perfect for your Easter Basket, Egg Hunt, Brunch table and spring celebrations. Look for made my hand chocolates and candy, including:

* Shane Confectionery famous half pound buttercream eggs, decorated in royal icing flowers. Flavors available are: Coconut, Vanilla Bean, Fruit & Nut (Vanilla Buttercream with candied pistachio, cherries, and candied orange peel), or Peanut Butter; dipped in house milk or dark chocolate.

* Chocolate bean-to-bunnies, in the following sizes and varieties:
8 oz traditional Rabbit in Milk and Dark
7 oz Gentlmen Rabbit in Milk and Dark
4 oz Rabbit’s with Instruments in Milk, Dark, and Caramelized White
1 oz Flat backed rabbits, painted in solid colors, in Milk, Dark, and Caramelized White

* Goose Eggs available in Peanut Butter Praline, Whiskey Caramel, Marshmallow, Milk Ganache, and Strawberry White Ganache

* Baby Bear Basket – Small rectangular seagrass gift basket, filled with nine selected confectionery pieces nestled in paper grass.

* Springtime Artisan Assortment (Available through spring) – Eighteen piece craft chocolate assortment, nine pairs of botanically-inspired confections made at Shane Confectionery.

* House Lemon Shortbread Eggs – Two and a half oz., house lemon shortbread dipped in our pink speckled, citrus white chocolate. Nestled in a windowed box with paper shred.

* Momma and Poppa Bear Basket – Large rectangular seagrass gift basket, filled with eleven selected confectionery pieces nestled in paper grass. The Easter Bunny brings baskets to young or grown folks alike! Customize a large basket for the big kids in your life.

Customize a large basket for the Easter Bunny to deliver before the holiday! Our baskets are filled with craft candy and ethical house chocolate. The 11×7″ basket is made with sustainable & natural sea-grass.

* Blue & White panned Caramel ‘Robins Eggs’

* Pink & White panned TBD ‘Robins Eggs’

* Speckled Pastel Malt Balls

* Easter Clear Toy

* Honey Lavender Caramel, available wrapped or dipped in Dark Chocolate (back through spring!)

All are available now through Easter Sunday at 110 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA.

15) The Franklin Fountain

116 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA (Old City)

EASTER ICE CREAM SEASONAL CARROT CAKE

The Franklin Fountain is scooping up a special seasonal flavor for Easter, available now through Easter Sunday. Enjoy Carrot Cake Ice Cream made with chunks of carrot cake, and swirls of cream cheese frosting. Now available at 116 Market Street.

Meyer Lemon Blackberry Ice Cream Cake – Order online! 

Spring is here and this year’s cake is Meyer Lemon Ice Cream (with a Blackberry Jam swirl) a layer of gluten fr ee Lemon Pound Cake and a thin layer of Blackberry Jam in the middle. Its then topped with Lemon Curd, Whipped Cream puffs and fresh Blackberries. This is perfect for Easter Sunday/Weekend celebrations or any occasion this spring. 

16) Madison K Cookies

800 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123

EASTER SWEETS AND TREATS

Madison K Cookies is baking up egg-celent treats for the holiday, including cookies, cupcakes, trays and cakes. This women-owned bakery and candy store in Northern Liberties will have Easter treats on hand the days leaving up to Easter, plus is taking custom orders. Madison bakes each and every product herself and custom decorates each one by hand. On top of Easter, look for Phillies and baseball treats this week and next to kick off the start of the new season. Go Phils! Call ahead for custom orders. Visit @MadisonKCookies on social for a preview of the delicious offerings. 

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