For many families, going out for Easter brunch is as integral to the celebration as seasonal baskets and the Easter Bunny. So after spending time at one of the city's awesome Easter events, like going on an Egg Roll, catching a photo op with the Easter Bunny, or hunting for hidden eggs, grab a holiday meal at the best of restaurants in the St. Louis area serving up a delectable Easter feasts.
Pere Marquette Lodge
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Pere Marquette Lodge in Grafton is offering a special buffet on Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The menu features made-to-order omelets, carving stations, sides, salads, and dessert, which includes a bananas foster station. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand to lead egg hunts for the kids at noon and 2 p.m.
Innsbrook Resort
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Innsbrook Resort in Warren County typically hosts a Grand Easter Buffet in the Aspen Center from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event includes a special appearance by the Easter Bunny two times during the event at 10 to 11 a.m. and noon to 1 p.m. The brunch features a large menu of entrees, fruits, salads, and desserts. There is also a cash bar available.
Arch Riverboat Cruise
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Spend Easter on a riverboat cruising the Mississippi River. The cruise typically leaves from the south leg of the Arch at 1 p.m. and boarding begins at 12:30 p.m. The Easter brunch buffet features a menu of eggs, French toast, prime rib, chicken breast, desserts, and more.
Cardinals Nation
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Baseball fans who might want to catch a game at Busch Stadium can go out for Easter Brunch at the Cardinals Nation restaurant in Ballpark Village, which typically hosts a special Easter brunch for the whole family from 10 a.m. to noon. Kids 2 and under eat free and the menu includes prime rib, eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, and biscuits with gravy. Reservations can be made in advance on the website.
Eclipse Restaurant
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Eclipse Restaurant at the Moonrise Hotel usually provides an extensive Easter buffet that includes carving stations with honey-glazed ham and cedar plank salmon, a build-your-own yogurt parfait station, and a large selection of cold and hot options. The Build-Your-Own Omelet option lets diners customize their breakfast to their heart's content.
Missouri Botanical Garden
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Easter brunch is one of the more popular events at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Diners can feast on ham, roast beef, french toast, pasta, salads, desserts, and more at the Sassafras Cafe. Seatings start at 10:30 a.m. and children younger than 5 will be admitted for free. The brunch also includes same-day admission to the Botanical Garden.
Boundary Restaurant
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For Easter, the Boundary Restaurant at the Cheshire Inn offers a full menu of breakfast items, along with entrees, salads, and desserts. Try not to miss the specialty waffles or the make-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Kids 4 and younger can eat for free.
Chase Park Plaza
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For an upscale option, consider the annual brunch in the Starlight Room at the Chase Park Plaza. The menu typically includes fresh seafood, charcuterie, omelets, fruit, desserts and more. Best of all, the view from the rooftop overlooks the beautiful Forest Park—a feast for your eyes while you eat.