This Easter, let local restaurants handle the cooking. Find curated holiday menus, signature dishes and specialty cocktails at fine-dining institutions throughout the region.
Collier County
Bicyclette Cookshop
Chef Kayla Pfeiffer serves brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Selections include eggs Benedict with pork belly, kimchi potatoes and hollandaise, and a carrot cake ice cream sandwich for dessert. The restaurant also serves a special Easter dinner menu for those who can’t make brunch, with savory dishes such as country-fried lamb to satisfy the palate. Reservations recommended. See More
BALEEN, at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort
The Gulfside restaurant at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort hosts a buffet-style brunch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with seafood displays, chef dishes and carving station selections, such as herb-crusted prime rib. Post-meal, guests venture down to the resort’s lawn for an Easter egg hunt. $165 per person; $50 for kids ages 6 to 12. See More
Nosh on Naples Bay
Chef Todd Johnson unveils a special holiday menu from 12 to 3. p.m., featuring brunch items including lobster Benedict, challah French toast and a wagyu burger. See More
Ocean Prime
The Fifth Avenue South haunt serves brunch specials, including cinnamon bread, steak and eggs, and crab cake Benedict from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Don’t miss the citrus rhubarb mimosa with Giffard Rhubarbe, Dry Curaçao and fresh orange juice. See More
Old Vines at Mercato
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., chef Brooke Kravetz curates holiday dishes to pair with the locale’s Brunch menu. Expect Belgian waffles with blackberries and lemon custard, and a pork belly omelet. Reservations recommended. See More
Sails Restaurant
The Naples restaurant hosts a Champagne brunch ($189.00 per person plus tax and a 22% service charge) with seating at 11:00 a.m. or 1:30 pm. Reservations required. See More
Sea Salt
Sea Salt offers its unique take on brunch favorites, such as lobster French toast, and a nod to a traditional Easter centerpiece with a main selection of lamb ribeye. See More
Soluna Restaurant & Bar
Culinary Institute of America-trained chef William J. Andraca offers a three-course meal or selections from the establishment’s abbreviated menu for Easter fine dining from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. See More
Truluck’s
The surf-and-turf establishment opens its doors on Easter Sunday at 11 a.m. Find a special dessert of lemon-blueberry custard bread pudding and a specialty tequila-based cocktail with yuzu, lemon and aperol. See More
The Dock at Crayton Cove
The beloved Naples institution serves an extensive brunch menu. Compliment the brioche French toast or eggs Benedict with a cocktail from the waterfront spot’s create-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Reservations recommended. See More
The Local
The farm-to-fork spot partners with local farmers, including Inyoni Organic Farm and Farmer Mike’s U-Pic. For the holiday brunch special, expect a lobster sandwich with cold-water lobster tossed in citrus aioli, served on white bread, with lettuce, heirloom tomatoes and thick-cut bacon. $40 per person. See More
The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón
Grand Easter Buffet, for $185 per person, includes a carving station and classic breakfast options. A children's buffet manages holiday handhelds and sweet treats. Reservations required. $185 per person; $75 for children ages 2 to 12. Ticket purchases include a complimentary photo with the Easter Bunny. See More
Violi
The Greek restaurant opens for Easter brunch at 11:30 a.m. with a holiday special. If you can’t make it Easter Sunday, celebrate with the restaurant the following week for Orthodox Easter on April 12. Reservations required. See More
Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant
Find both a traditional brunch menu and an Easter brunch special. See More
Lee County
Angelina’s Ristorante
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Bonita Springs institution serves a holiday brunch menu with specials including blueberry ricotta French toast and lamb ragu served with potato gnocchi, ricotta, mint gremolata and parmesan cheese. Seating is limited; reservations recommended. See More
Acqua Bistecca
Chef Michael Mina serves an Italian-inspired brunch with delicacies such as avocado bruschetta or crispy Tuscan eggs with ricotta meatball and wild arugula. For a specialized treat, build your own cocktail with a customizable spritz activation. $75 per person. See More
Bellini’s
The Fort Myers restaurant offers à la carte Easter specials from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for reservations. See More
Blossom & Brie
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., this farm-to-table favorite serves a holiday brunch buffet. Tour the grounds and greet the livestock before or after your meal. Reservations required. See More
Lighthouse Waterfront Restaurant
An omelet station, carving station and buffet line round out the special menu, starting at 10:30 a.m. Find savory and sweet bites to balance the plate, including Belgian waffles with macerated strawberries and whipped cream, and seafood alfredo. See More
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Indulge in an Easter brunch buffet (adults $65 and kids $24) with an omelette station, cinnamon French toast and deviled eggs. $65 per person; $24 per child. Reservations recommended. See More
Front Porch Social
This Cape Coral classic serves an Easter brunch with drink specials curated for the day. See More