Easter is that time of the year when families come together to celebrate. It is usually expected that a homemade meal is prepared for the whole family. This meal could consist of lamb, ham, Easter rolls, potatoes, salad, vegetables, etc. However, there are times when you get so tired especially after preparing large meals for breakfast and lunch, and you can’t prepare dinner. Since Easter is always on Sundays, it’s a bit risky to just walk into a restaurant hoping they’ll serve you dinner. Let’s know which Easter dinner restaurants are best.
Which restaurants open during Easter? Several restaurants open during Easter where you can dine in, take out, or order dinner. They usually offer special menus to commemorate the season. You’ll have to check them online to be sure they’re open in your location and make the necessary reservation. Here are 15 restaurants that’ll give you the homemade meal experience:
- Benihana
Are you craving Japanese food? This is a great Japanese restaurant for an Easter dinner. Although they don’t run special menus during the festivities, they are several options of Japanese food available to fill your plate. Their emperor feast which consists of a filet mignon with chicken breast is worth having. You have to make a reservation or pre-order before dinner time.
- Bob Evan’s
There is an option to dine in, take out, or pick up. Their farmhouse menu serves up to ten people. It includes roasted turkey, smoked ham, homemade bread, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans with jam, macaroni and cheese, banana nut bread, rolls, and apple pies. If you want a smaller menu for 4-6 people, it will cost $64.99.
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill
This is a great option if you want a classic Italian meal. You can opt for delivery or takeout. They sell their full menu during Easter but you could give their Gorgonzola steak a try.
- Domino’s Pizza
Easter dinner doesn’t have to be in a fancy restaurant. You can count on Domino’s to be there for you when all hope is lost, even on Easter Sunday. Pizza with some sides wouldn’t be a terrible idea especially if it’s just for two.
- Fogo de Chao
This Brazilian restaurant has a fantastic dinner menu that deviates from the traditional Easter ham. You could try out their special lamb or chicken with Brazilian side dishes.
- O’Charleys
O’Charley’s opens on Easter Sundays. They operate their full menu and offer free delivery on orders of $40 and above. Their chicken tenders are great for Easter.
- Season’s 52
You can pre-order a family bundle for pick-up or delivery on Easter Sunday. Their special family bundle serves 4-6 people and consists of green beans, mashed potatoes, ham, mimosas, mac and cheese, and other delights.
- Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel provides an Easter Ham family-style dinner that serves 4-6 people. They also have a heat ‘n serve family meal that serves 8-10 people. Their menu comprises 3 sides for each dinner, rolls, pies, etc.
- Longhorn steakhouse
At Longhouse, you can have a family meal for as low as $9 per person for a family of four. You can opt for a dine-in, take-out, or delivery.
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill
This Italian restaurant runs a special Easter meal for $49.99 that consists of Caesar salad, chicken piccata, fresh bread, and chocolate desserts.
- Chilli’s
Chilli opens on Easter Sunday and operates its full menu. This means you have a chance to enjoy their meal for three for just $10 or their $5 margaritas.
- P.F Changs
Their Easter menu is described as a homemade meal. The menu is usually a 4-course one that costs $40. They usually give discounts during the festive season, so who knows, you might be lucky to get a discount. Don’t forget to make a reservation beforehand.
- Boston Market
Boston market provides special catering services on occasions like Easter. You can have it delivered to your doorstep or picked up at the Boston market. You could try out their $42.99 feast for 3 which includes boneless ham with three large sides, 3 cornbreads, and apple pies.
- Bonefish Grill
Last Easter, Bonefish grill had a special family bundle for $49.9 prepared to serve up to 5 people. This seafood restaurant includes Caesar salad, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and bread on their Easter menu. You can add a bottle of wine to any bundle for $15.
- Capital Grille
Capital Grille has a special 3-course Easter takeout menu that consists of French rolls; sautéed mushrooms for the main course and rack bone-in fillet; accompaniments like grilled asparagus and mashed potatoes; and baked apple for dessert.
We all know Easter comes with a lot of stress. You don’t need to tire yourself out to feed the family on Easter Sunday when a bunch of restaurants open to you. Bob Evan’s got fresh homemade food, Benihana is perfect if you want Japanese, and Carrabba’s has just the perfect Italian food for your taste buds. Bear in mind that some of these places require a reservation and that the prices of family bundles can change at any time.
