We’re going on an egg-venture! There’s an Easter egg hunt afoot in Milwaukee. Except, instead of jellybeans, chocolate eggs or the odd dollar in quarters, it’s delicious brunch spots that we’re searching for. Follow along this treasure trail as we hop to the top spots for Easter brunch in Milwaukee. From Lupi & Iris to The Pfister, ARIA to Iron Horse, here’s where to find everybody’s favorite meal this year. Tip: Many restaurants fill up fast. Once you’ve found your dream dining destination, jump at your chance to book your table so you don’t miss out on this egg-celent holiday celebration.
Kegel’s Inn
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., April 12
For those ready to hop on the bunny trail a little early, the Lions Club is hosting a special Easter celebration inside the Bootlegger’s Heated Beer Garden Tent at Kegel’s Inn on Saturday, April 12. Head to the West Allis staple for a delicious, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring all the classic fixings, along with an authentic German charcuterie board. Then, you can snap a photo with the star of the show, the Easter Bunny, who’ll be stopping by before he hops on down the bunny trail, hiding baskets and eggs along the way.
Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., April 19 and 20
Lowlands Group is celebrating the holiday in a unique way, with exclusive Easter offerings at each of its six restaurants, including Buckatabon. Brunch service at this Wauwatosa restaurant will take place on both Saturday and Sunday, so you can start your celebration early or double down on a delicious brunch with the family. Uncover the breakfast delights on their weekend brunch menu, featuring a loaded slate full of items like the Hunter Hash, a bacon, egg and cheese croissant, the aptly named Wisconsinite, or try out their special Easter dish, the Monte Cristo croissant, all while you’re surrounded by a warm Wisconsin supper club atmosphere.
ARIA at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel
8 a.m. – 2 p.m., April 20
Elevate your Easter gathering at this artistically inspired restaurant. Brunch meets a splash of luxury at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel in the heart of downtown, with an array of brunch favorites and specially crafted drinks. Raise your mimosa glass and enjoy your brunch before wandering the galleries and exploring the art installations found around every corner of the hotel.
Lupi & Iris
9 a.m. – 2 p.m., April 20
Take your tastebuds on a spring break to the French and Italian Riviera for an Easter brunch at this downtown restaurant. Offering a menu curated by James Beard Award-winning chef Adam Siegel, the three-course meal includes well-loved brunch classics like quiche Lorraine, French toast and an Italian omelet, in addition to grilled swordfish, flank steak and crepes suzette. Whether you’re eyeing classic breakfast fare or an upscale lunch, Lupi & Iris has the flavors you crave.
The Pfister Hotel
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., April 20
On Easter Sunday, one of Milwaukee’s premier hotels is hosting a brunch fit for a family. Featuring fun activities, a visit from the Easter Bunny and an unbelievable all-you-can-eat buffet, The Pfister Hotel’s Easter celebration is more than a brunch—it’s a memorable day out for the whole family. Boasting a menu with everything from a seafood display to a meat carving station and made-to-order omelets to butter chicken, there’s something sure to sate every palate. The best part? Children ages two and under eat free!
Il Cervo
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., April 20
An elevated Easter experience in more ways than one, this rooftop restaurant is ready to take your holiday brunch to a whole new level. Perched against the sunny backdrop of the city’s skyline, Il Cervo is offering a chic Easter brunch featuring upgraded breakfast classics like a brioche French toast, artichoke and roasted pepper strata, and a dish with something of a religious twist, eggs in purgatory, as well as the restaurant’s specialty Italian dishes such as chicken piccata, conchiglie with pesto and rigatoni Bolognese. Kids under the age of 2 eat free, and kids ages 2-12 eat for just $15! Check out the menu and make your reservation today!
Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro
10 a.m. – 7 p.m., April 20
Located in the stunning Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Lake Park, this French-inspired bistro is offering an upscale brunch with a little je ne sais quoi. The three-course menu includes elevated brunch dishes like rillettes de Saumon, quiche Lorraine, omelette au Homard and steak frites du Lake Park Bistro. Open until 7 p.m., whether you’re looking to hop over for an Easter brunch right at 10 a.m. or a dinner as you watch dusk paint the sky in Easter pastel hues, there’s an option sure to suit your family’s schedule.
The Ingleside Hotel
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., April 20
Our next stop on this special Easter egg hunt features an actual Easter Egg Hunt for kids. Located just outside downtown in Lake Country, The Ingleside Hotel is the site of our next egg-citing celebration. As you make your way around the Lake Country Ballroom, you’ll uncover a wide variety of breakfast delights and lunch bites, including the mainstays of bacon, sausage, and fluffy scrambled eggs, as well as a spread of items like Hungarian pork schnitzel, baked Atlantic cod, and so much more. Stick around for the egg hunts at noon and 2 p.m. as your kids uncover little treasures left behind by that mischievous little rabbit.
MOTOR Bar & Restaurant
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The thrill of the hunt roars to life at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant on the Harley-Davidson Museum’s campus this Easter Sunday, with an egg hunt and an Easter Brunch across the sprawling 20 acres. Kicking off with the egg hunt at the Hill Climber statue at 10 a.m., young hunters can hunt for eggs colored in the orange hue synonymous with the iconic bike brand to uncover treats and the big prize, the large golden egg, which is filled with surprises. Inside the restaurant and bar, you’ll find a wide selection of breakfast and brunch dishes, including a breakfast burrito, biscuits and gravy, chilaquiles and even a brunch burger. The only rumbling you’ll hear as you leave MOTOR is the sound of motorcycles pulling up to the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum! Book your reservation and get your tickets to the egg hunt today.
The Commodore – A Bartolotta Restaurant
10 a.m. – 6 p.m., April 20
Also in Lake Country, along the shores of the beautiful Nagawicka Lake, The Commodore has a sensational brunch in store for the whole fam. The newest of Bartolotta Restaurant Group’s properties, the former Seven Seas restaurant pays homage to the space’s aquatic past with elegant touches in every detail. This is the restaurant’s first Easter celebration, and they’re kicking it off with an all-day feast, complete with a brunch buffet (until 2 p.m.), a dinner buffet, chef-made omelets, a carving station and so much more.
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom
10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., April 20
A short trip from Milwaukee, you’ll find another tasty brunch buffet at this renovated 1900s landmark in downtown Kenosha. Why choose between breakfast and lunch when you can have both at this all-you-can-eat buffet? With a menu featuring the classics, alongside lunchtime eats like baked fish, shrimp bisque, honey ham and a kids' buffet to boot, every family member will find a bite to delight their senses. As if that wasn't enough, the Easter Bunny will also be available for photo ops (yes, the Easter Bunny is a busy magical critter indeed)!
Easter Egg Hunts
There are also plenty of Easter egg hunts happening around town! Kids can egg-citedly search high and low for treasures hidden just so at these locations.
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Hop along the bunny trail this Easter at these egg-celent festive events around Milwaukee!
