11 Spots To Celebrate Easter Around Los Angeles

MALIBU, CA – Easter Sunday is a day filled with brunches, egg hunts, and visits from the Easter bunny. If you'd like to stay out of the kitchen and enjoy the holiday with the family, there are plenty of places around Los Angeles County that are offering options for groups to get together, hassle free. If you grab an Easter cocktail or some bottomless mimosas, you'll be sure to look like the pup in the photo.

From seafood to plant-based, egg hunts to fresh-baked pies, here's a roundup of the best places to celebrate Easter in Los Angeles:

Ocean Prime Beverly Hills Easter Brunch and Dinner

Modern American, seafood centric steakhouse, Ocean Prime, located in the heart of Beverly Hills will be offering a special brunch menu for the holiday starting at 11 a.m. with mimosas, smoked salmon, French toast, quiche, and more.

In addition to brunch, Ocean Prime will also be offering a Prime Rib feature beginning at 3 p.m. The Prime Rib will feature a 16 oz cut of Garlic and Herb Roasted Prime Ribeye Roast served with Au Jus and Horseradish-mustard sauce, served with a guests choice of house salad or cup of Lobster Bisque to start for $46. The Ribeye Roast is a USDA Prime grade with abundant marbling throughout.

For reservations, call 310.859.4818.

Location: 9595 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Lost & Founders Egg Hunt

Artisanal Brewers Collective will be hosting a “Lost & Founders” event and beer appreciation night at Spring Street Bar on Thursday, April 12 from 6 p.m. to close in which guests can try 6 taps from Founders Brewing, including Canadian Breakfast Stout & Kentucky Breakfast Stout, keepsake glasses and fun merch. In anticipation of the first beer appreciation night at Spring St., the team is incorporating an egg hunt leading up to the event starting on Easter Sunday, April 1.

Embark on an Easter egg hunt through 4 Downtown LA bars – Sixth St. Tavern, Library Bar, Beelman’s, and Spring Street Bar – and egg hunters that ultimately uncover a hidden egg will have the chance to win a free Canadian Breakfast Stout or Kentucky Breakfast Stout from Founders Brewing at the Lost & Founders event on April 12.

– Sixth Street Tavern: 630 W 6th St, Los Angeles
– Library Bar: 630 W 6th St, Ste 116a, Los Angeles
– Beelman’s: 600 S Spring St, Los Angeles
– Spring Street Bar: 626 S Spring St, Ste B, Los Angeles

Gratitude Beverly Hills

Gratitude Beverly Hills brings elevated plant-based dining and an ingredient-focused menu to the Beverly Hills neighborhood, all of which make the perfect plans for this Easter. Sit back, relax, and start the season off right with a variety of plant-based dishes by Executive Chef Dreux Ellis and wash it down with an Easter-inspired featured cocktail, the Spring Fling with Mezcal Espadin, Grapefruit Juice, Agave, Blue Spirulina, and Housemade Ginger Beer, one of the newest concoctions by Beverage Manager Jon Eiswerth.

Come “cheers” at Gratitude and you will be sure to leave with a spring in your step.

For reservations, call 424.389.1850 or book online. Specials available Sunday, April 1.

Gracias Madre

Easter plans? Look no further than West Hollywood Mexican vegan hotspot, Gracias Madre. In addition to its traditional brunch menu, Executive Chef Chandra Gilbert has rolled out Easter specials like Cashew Ricotta Stuffed French Toast with lemon curd, berries, and rosemary and Grilled Asparagus with olive, wine reduction, garlic breadcrumbs, and parsley to feed all your plant-based cravings.

Diners can also sip on an Easter-inspired featured cocktail, La Aviacion with tequila blanco, violet, maraschino, and lemon, courtesy of Beverage Director Maxwell Reis, because what’s a brunch without a little booze?

For reservations, call 323.978.2170 or book online. Specials available Sunday, April 1 until 3 p.m.

Herringbone Santa Monica

This Easter Sunday, celebrate with bubbles and brunch at local Santa Monica hotspot Herringbone. Eat Easter specials like Soft Baked Eggs, Crab and Bacon Omelet or Lobster Quiche, or opt for regular brunch menu favorites. Let’s not forget the Endless Rosé, Bottomless Mimosas, and the Ultimate Bloody Mary that will keep you buzzing all day long. This “fish meats field” Santa Monica restaurant is sure to please everyone from big family get-togethers to an intimate groups of friends!

For reservations, call 310.971.4460 or book through the website. Available Sunday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ivory on Sunset

Spend your Easter Sunday at the iconic Sunset Blvd restaurant, Ivory on Sunset. Tucked away in the Mondrian LA, this Los Angeles hotspot will be offering its brunch menu, full of sweet and savory brunch items that highlight the freshest California ingredients.

Diners can also enjoy handcrafted Easter specials like the Duck Confit Benny or Shrimp & Grits, courtesy of Executive Chef Andrew Bice. With incredible city views and a chic outdoor patio, Ivory on Sunset is sure to make a memorable Easter holiday brunch.

For reservations, call: 323.848.6000 or visit the website. Available Sunday, April 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Stalking Horse

Celebrate Easter with friends and family at The Stalking Horse Brewery and Freehouse. With traditional Cornish fare and an onsite craft brewery in the most welcoming British pub setting, The Stalking Horse is the ideal spot to spend the upcoming holiday.

In honor of Easter on April 1, Chef Trevor Faris is a preparing a mouthwatering slow-roasted Prime Rib, which will be offered throughout the day for brunch and dinner diners. Guests can also enjoy a special Stalking Horse brew or mimosa for a much-needed brunch pick-me-up or a glass of wine in the evening for an additional $6. This British style pub will have you coming in for the beer but staying for the truly unique Cornish fare and lively atmosphere.

For reservations, call: 424.832.7511. Available Sunday, April 1 during brunch and dinner from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Brennan’s

Celebrate Easter at your favorite traditional Irish pub, Brennan’s! The iconic Marina Del Rey spot is officially launching weekend brunch, and in honor of the upcoming holiday, will be offering a special boozy brunch for guests to enjoy. Brennan’s Adult Easter Egg Hunt starts at noon, where participants can win turtle-y awesome swag, gift cards, and more!

For reservations, call 424.443.5119 or visit the website. Available Sunday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pies from Winston Pies

Is Easter complete without something a little sweet to balance out your brunch? Stop by LA’s own classic pie shop, Winston Pies, to pick up a slice, a hand pie, a Pie Bite, or even a full sized pie to add to your brunch table! The pie shop will be offering two pies just for the season: Coconut Macaron as well as one that is Easter epitomized. Note that the name of the pie is still being determined, we know that it will have a tart lemon fluff filling with lemon shortbread crust and whipped cream, topped with homemade pink peeps and candied lemons).

Both flavors will be available in mini pie sizes starting on Friday, March 30 (while supplies last), and full sized pies can be ordered in advance by filling out an order form.

Petrossian West Hollywood Easter Brunch

LA is a city of brunch lovers, but is there a better way to enjoy this most beloved meal than with a caviar-centric afternoon? The classic French restaurant with sunny California flair is the perfect spot to enjoy Easter with a loved one and out of town family alike! Try out a caviar tasting so you can figure out which variety of the delicacy suits your tastebuds, and dive into a menu that is timeless yet refreshing – signature items include Smoked Salmon Flatbread (Caviar, Crème Fraîche, Chives, Red Onion, Capers, $36), Mousse of Foie Gras with Truffles (Petrossian Confiture, Balsamic Reduction, Arugula, Toast Points, $28) and the incredibly popular Caviar Frites (Caviar, Trout Roe, Crème Fraîche, Red Onion, Chives, $36) – all guaranteed crowd pleasers.

For reservations, call: 310.271.6300. Brunch runs on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: 321 North Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90048

Easter at The Proud Bird

The Proud Bird will be hosting Easter specials all day long, perfect for foodies and families alike. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Food Bazaar will be offering all-you-can-eat items as part of its Unlimited Bazaar Pass ($32.95 for adults and $19.95 for children), featuring favorites such as Bludso’s BBQ, Chicken and Waffles, Pizzas, and burgers, and also includes one day only specials such as the Easter Holiday Ham, Biscuits and Gravy and much more. There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt for the kiddos, taking place in the Outdoor Airplane Park, a special Easter Craft Table for the artsy kid in all of us, and surprise Easter bunny visits all day long. No reservations needed, just show up for a day of fun.

Location: 11022 Aviation Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90045

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