Easter & Passover Dining & To-Go Guide 2021: San Diego County

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — Hop to it: It's time to start planning your 2021 Passover and Easter feasts!

This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 4, while Passover begins March 27 and extends through April 4. For our annual Patch dining guide, we've rounded up several restaurants' stand-out specials — for to-go or on-site dining - that deserve a look.

And as many eateries offer limited-capacity for on-site gatherings, snag your seats soon.

Enjoy, and Happy Passover & Happy Easter, from Patch!

NOTE: Always check with establishments to confirm specials are proceeding as planned, and if you know of other eateries in your neighborhood with Passover or Easter specials, share with readers in the comments section.

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BANYAN KITCHEN: Two Easter feasts can be pre-ordered for takeout, including a classic meal with choice of pork loin or lamb, pink pickled deviled eggs, spiced heirloom carrots, hot cross buns & more. The second selection is a vegetarian meal with spinach, feta and Swiss quiche, a tri-color salad, other sides and dessert. Ordering info here. Banyan Kitchen is at Liberty Station, San Diego.

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BASKIN-ROBBINS: Add a sweet treat to your Easter table with "Hopscotch the Bunny Ice Cream Cake." New this year, the dessert features white chocolate bunny ears and feet, a bed of grass made of icing and sprinkles, and can be ordered with white or chocolate cake and any Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavor. Find shops here.

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BOSTON MARKET: Heat-and-serve holiday meals are available for takeout, including complete prime rib, turkey or ham spreads, with such sides as mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, creamed spinach and mac & cheese, plus cornbread and apple pie. Serving sizes for four to six or for 12. Order ahead for Easter weekend pick-up. See menu options. California locations here.

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BUCA DI BEPPO: Easter weekend specials available April 2-4 for on-site dining, curbside pick-up or delivery. Takeout options: Package 1 ($55 for five people or $100 for 10) with bread, Easter cannoli, salad & pasta choices; or Package 2 (serves five for $65 or 10 for $120) with bread, cannoli, salad & pasta, plus an entree selection. Easter Sunday dine-in, where offered, begins at 11 a.m. Check out details here. Locations in San Diego County include Carlsbad, Mira Mesa & San Diego.

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CARDELLINO: Just in time for Easter, menu adds include tasty tartines (Seared Ahi Tuna, Smoked Salmon, Local Tomato and Avocado, on house-baked bread and bountiful bowls), Marinated Grilled Chicken Thigh, Beet Marinated Grilled Salmon, Green Eggs & Passion Fruit Granola, plus such dishes as Roasted Wild Mushroom Omelet, Banana Vanilla Pancakes and Banana Bread. Reservations strongly recommended. Cardellino is at 4033 Goldfinch St., San Diego.

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CHART HOUSE: Two, takeout family packs are on the Easter menu. Both options feed three to four with staters, sides & dessert: The Prime Rib Pack ($115) offers slow-roasted prime rib; the Lamb Family Meal ($135) features roasted leg of lamb. Order by March 31 for April 4 pick-up. See selections here. Locations here: 2588 S. Coast Highway 101, Cardiff; and Coronado (PEOHE'S), 1201 1st St..

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COCO'S BAKERY RESTAURANT: A "Holiday Ham Feast," serving four to six, offers ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, veggies, cinnamon apples, dinner rolls & choice of pie. Available April 1-4 and starting at $84.99, the meal is packaged cold and comes with simple, heating instructions. Smaller options also offered. Choose your nearest Coco's to begin your online order. Info. California locations found here.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: All restaurants will be open Easter for dine-in (where available), carry-out, curbside or contactless delivery. One spring special: Dickey’s Classic Family Pack, that serves four with pulled pork, brisket, BBQ beans, slaw, potato salad, rolls, BBQ sauce, pickles & onions. And ... don't miss "Kids Eat Free Sunday" with a free* Kid’s Meal with an order of $10 or more using code: KEFOLO. Check here for menu info. Find your nearest locale here.

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EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD: A family-style Easter dinner, serving two or four to six, is offered for takeout, featuring shrimp cocktail, tenderloin or sea bass, asparagus, au gratin potatoes & bananas foster butter cake. Pre-order for pickup April 2-4. Additionally, dining rooms offer prix- fixe brunch menu of Lobster Quiche Florentine, King Crab Omelet with Three Citrus Hollandaise & Crispy Chicken White Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuit. Go to this link to order or book reservation. Locations in La Jolla and San Diego.

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EL TORITO: The "All-You-Can-Eat Award Winning Sunday Brunch" returns Easter Sunday from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.Start with plate of Churro Pancakes & move on to brunch stations with fajitas, tacos, made-to-order omelettes, soups, salads, desserts & more. Info here. Find your nearest El Torito here.

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ESTANCIA LA JOLLA: Celebrate Easter outdoors with glass of bubbly, buffet breakfast taco and omelet & carving stations, pastries, seafood and desserts. There will be egg hunt & Easter bunny, too. Reservations required. Details & reservation info. Estancia is at 9700 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla.

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FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE: The eatery is serving a three-course, Easter special on-site April 3-4, ($80 per person, but price may vary by locale). Featured: filet mignon paired with crab-stuffed shrimp or lobster tail scampi. Or dine at home with the Easter filet menu or Filet Wellington family feast to-go. Menu & reservation or ordering details here. Locations in La Jolla and San Diego.

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FOGO DE CHAO: Celebrate Easter brunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., then dinner 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. ("Full Churrasco Experience" is free for kids 6 and under, half price for those 7 – 12). For family takeout, order ready-to-eat Easter Day To-Go package, serves six, with two fire-roasted meats, sides, salads, pão de queijo (cheesy bread rolls) and cocoa fudge brownies. The package is available for delivery and pick-up April 3- 4, with pre-orders due April 1. Check here for ordering details. Find San Diego location here.

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GELSON'S: Markets offer Easter and Passover holiday meals. Passover's traditional beef brisket option includes chicken, matzo balls, tzimmes, charoset, potato kugel, chopped beef liver & gefilte fish. Easter meal features turkey, prime rib brisket and ham, plus sides, in servings for two, six or eight. Orders due April 2 for pick-up through April 4. Info here. Gelson's stores are in Carlsbad, Del Mar and Pacific Beach.

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HERB & WOOD: Easter brunch features a three-course menu ($60), including fruit and pastries to start. Menu options: citrus salad, crab cake or whipped feta; and lobster thermidor, filet & eggs, smoked salmon eggs benedict, ham or roasted eggplant; plus such sides as potatoes, asparagus and monkey bread. For details and reservations, visit here. Herb & Wood is at 2210 Kettner Blvd., San Diego.

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JUNIPER & IVY: A four-course prix-fixe menu ($80), with choices of tuna crudo or carrot salad, ricotta ravioli or scallops, lamb or vegetable shepherd’s pie, plus carrot cake or chocolate fudge cake, will be served Easter Sunday. Each course also comes with a pastel macaron. Go here for info & reservations. The restaurant is at 2228 Kettner Blvd.

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KRISPY KREME: Hop to the shops for "Spring Minis," three adorable mini doughnuts. The limited- time treats include: "Mini Blue Bird Doughnut," glazed, dipped in bright blue icing & decorated like a bluebird; "Mini Flower Doughnut," glazed with yellow icing & sugar, with icing flower; "Mini Bunny Bum Doughnut," glazed, with green icing, sprinkles, a dollop of Kreme and two, "bunny feet" sugar pieces. Info here. Find stores here.
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MARIE CALLENDER'S: Take-home Easter feasts include muffin or quiche platter that serves eight-10 and comes with muffins or 9-inch quiches in ham, bacon or vegetable. Also offered the "Ham Dinner Family Meal for 4," with sliced ham served with chipotle glaze, potatoes, gravy, vegetables and cornbread, and "Roasted Turkey Family Meal for 4," featuring turkey with apple-sage stuffing, gravy, potatoes and cranberry sauce. Or order "Pot Pie Meals for 4," with four mini pot pies, salad and cornbread. And keep it sweet with limited-time, seasonal Fresh Strawberry Pie. Pre-order online or at local restaurants March 26 through April 4. Location on Alvarado Raod in San Diego.

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MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE. An Easter menu, featuring prime rib, will be offered April 2-4 for on-site dining where permitted. And for to-go options: $159 package serves four with salad, shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, ham, sides and dessert. See menu details here. Location: San Diego.

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RANCHO BERNARDO INN: Easter dining at the Inn offers various venues. AVANT will hold Chef’s four-course, prix fixe Champagne brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ($95/person and $45/child.) Reservations can be made on OpenTable.com. Aragon Ballroom’s celebration includes Easter baskets for little ones, a visit from Easter Bunny, live music by Kevin James O’Brien, plus four-course, prix fixe menu. Seating times: 10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m.; 1 p.m.; and 1:30 p.m. ($85/person and $45/child.) For reservations, email rbiholidays@jcresorts.com or call 858-675-8406. *Two hour time limit and maximum of 10 guests per table. And also, the Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant will offer breakfast, lunch and dinner a la carte menus. Reservations at OpenTable.com. The Inn is at 17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive in San Diego. Info here.

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RANCHO VALENCIA RESORT & SPA: Brunch & lunch on April 4 include: three-course brunch (10 a.m. - 1 p.m.); and lunch (1 p.m. - 3 p.m.). Served with sangria and all-day, seafood station in open-air tented Pony Camp, with cabana-style seating, fire pits, lounge & dining spots. For kids: Easter-themed crafts and activities, with take-home goodies & petting zoo. Or celebrate with Easter Feast To-Go. Reservations: 858-759-6246. Info here. Rancho Valencia is at 5921 Valencia Circle in Rancho Santa Fe.

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ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL: Enjoy Easter at home with takeout & delivery of entire menu, or the Premium Feast for Five ($50) that includes choice of chicken parmesan or chicken marsala, fettuccine alfredo or spaghetti & meatballs, salad and rosemary peasant bread. Book for reservations or takeout/delivery here. Locations: North County Fair, 202 E. Via Rancho Pkwy.,Escondido, and 2655 Vista Way, Oceanside.

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RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE: Order Easter takeout feast for four ($180), featuring salad, beef tenderloin, garlic mashed potatoes, creamed spinach & cheesecake. Pick-up April 4. Or check for on-site dining with regular menu and Tomahawk for two. For more info & ordering and reservation details, follow this link. Restaurants in Del Mar and San Diego. Location finder here.

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SEA180°: Celebrate Easter Sunday, April 4 from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. with ocean view in Imperial Beach. Breakfast, lunch & dinner favorites include lobster salad, avocado toast, shrimp enchiladas & more. Info. For reservations: 619-631-4949. SEA180° is at 800 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach.

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SEASONS 52: Pre-order an "Easter Green Box To Go," serving two or four to six, with choice of glazed spiral ham, salmon or beef tenderloin, plus salad, sides & "Mini Indulgence" desserts. Or book on-site Easter Brunch. Details here for ordering or reservations. Location in San Diego.

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SEREA COASTAL CUISINE: Celeberate with beachfront Easter brunch prepared by Executive Chef JoJo Ruiz, a San Diego native and James Beard Smart Catch Leader. Standout options: Build-Your-Own Pancakes, fun for kids; Greek-style braised lamb shoulder sandwich; and Uncle Tony’s Crab Cake Benedict with Tocino hollandaise, smashed avocado, potatoes or fruit. Served 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Reservations at OpenTable here. Serēa is at 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado.

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7 MILE KITCHEN: Celebrate Easter with brunch from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. On menu: corned beef hash, strawberry-shortcake waffles, bagel & lox, mimosas (bottomless for $18) & more. Chef Julian Quiñones will greet arriving guests with complimentary lemon-blueberry and chocolate-banana bread. Reservations at (760) 827-2514 or online here. 7 Mile Kitchen is at 5420 Grand Pacific, Carlsbad.

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SPIRO'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE: Open for takeout & dine-in on Easter Sunday with such Greek taverna fare as slow-roasted lamb shank, pastitsio (Greek lasagna) or traditional moussaka, plus gyros, souvlakis, salads and seasonally-inspired mezes. Spiro’s in Coronado is at 1201 1st St., and in La Jolla at 909 Prospect St. Website here.

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SOLARE RISTORANTE: Executive Chef Filippo Piccini has designed a special à la carte menu for Easter with such Italian dishes as lobster fettuccine, rack of lamb, pasta with guanciale, Easter lasagna & more, plus kids' selections. Solare's full menu also available all day. To make reservations, call (619) 270-9670 or book online. Solare in Point Loma is at 2820 Roosevelt Road, San Diego.

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STK STEAKHOUSE: Easter brunch & dinner dine-in & takeout offerings include several options. On-site guests can enjoy King Crab Deviled Eggs, Roasted Rack of Lamb, Ham, Egg & Truffle Fries, Honey Citrus Glazed Ham & more. For those looking for takeout and delivery: Check out offers for Honey Citrus Glazed Ham for Two (almond green beans, brussels sprouts coleslaw, parmesan crusted mashed potatoes) for $85 (single serving $45); and Rocky Road Chocolate Fudge Brownie. For more info, to book reservation or place Easter to-go pre-orders, follow this link. Locations in Los Angeles and San Diego.

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THE WISE OX BUTCHER & EATERY SD: The Ox Barbecue series starts April 3 at 11 a.m. with Pit Master Ryan Sharpe dishing out meats straight from the smoker, including house-made sides and sauces. Orders come with pickles, pickled onions, bread and meats (brisket; pulled pork; smoked turkey and sausage) are $14-22 per pound. Sausages are $5 per link, and sides are $6 each. Sides: barbecue beans; potato salad; corn pudding; and mac and cheese. The Wise Ox is at 2855 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego.

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TRUST RESTAURANT: Experience the wood-fired cookery of Chef Brad Wise for Easter brunch, featuring "Ultimate Sticky Buns," "Braised Bacon Grilled Cheese," "Pancakes & Fried Chicken," "Smoked Salmon Toast" & more. Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended. Trust is at 3752 Park Blvd., San Diego. (619) 795-6901.

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WHOLE FOODS MARKET: Passover and Easter dinners (brisket, salmon, ham and turkey), that serve eight, can be pre-ordered from stores, along with such sides as latkes, kugel, crab cakes, sherry-glazed beets & fingerling potatoes. Ordering deadlines may vary by store. Find your local Whole Foods here.
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YOU & YOURS DISTILLING CO: Kick off Easter Saturday & Sunday, April 3-4 with a signature "Little Bunny Foo Foo" cocktail, crafted with gin + carrot, ginger & turmeric syrup & lemon juice. You & Yours Distilling is at 1495 G. St. in San Diego.

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