EASTER BRUNCH OR DINNER SPOTS AROUND DAYTON,
Santa Claus doesn’t hold a candle to the Easter Bunny when it comes to brunch.
What better way to get excited for Easter than to think of all the delicious springtime meals you’ll be having soon?
Here is a guide to special Easter brunch and dinner menus from Dayton-area restaurants, as available at our press time.
Most of these restaurants will require reservations for these special events, so make sure you call ahead to reserve your spot and don’t wait until the last minute.
RESTAURANTS SERVING SPECIAL EASTER MENUS Lily’s Bistro
Join Lily’s on Easter for its tried-and-true brunch
and fried chicken dinner. Brunch is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and then family style free-range fried chicken dinner will be served from 5-9 p.m. Reservations are highly encouraged.
WHEN: Sunday, April 21. Brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5-9 p.m.
WHERE: 329 E. 5th St., Dayton
INFO: lilysbistro.com | 937723-7637
The Caroline
The Caroline in Troy has a delicious lineup of scrambled eggs, home fries, sausage gravy and biscuits, bacon, sausage, french toast or waffles with bananas foster, maple syrup and assorted toppings, a carv- ing station with prime rib and country ham, grilled salmon with rice pilaf, grilled chicken breast with mush- rooms sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, fresh fruit display, Mediterranean mushroom salad, potato salad, mixed greens with dressings, Caesar salad, assorted cheesecakes and pies. The cost is $27 for adults, children under 12 are $14 and kids under 5 eat for free.
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 5 S. Market St., Troy
INFO: thecarolineonthesquare.com | (937) 5527676
Jay’s Seafood
Jay’s is pulling out all of the stops for its Easter brunch. Smoked salmon and aspar- agus crepes — that might be all you need to hear. Other menu highlights include grilled salmon and lemon cream, prime rib, homestyle rosemary redskin potatoes, southern fried chicken breast with sausage gravy, housemade buttermilk biscuits, scrambled eggs with fresh chives, thick-sliced bacon, banana cream French toast, fresh ground sausage patties, grilled asparagus, chocolate mousse and Easter cupcakes.
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 225 E. 6th St., Dayton
INFO: www.jays.com | 937- 222-2892
Dewberry 1850
This Easter brunch at the Dewberry 1850 is walk-in only, so it’s a great option for a last-minute plan. Adult meals are $20 and up, seniors are $18 and up and children ages 6 to 12 are $7.95 and up. The offerings include: carv- ing station featuring prime rib, breakfast potatoes, oatmeal with toppings, apple- wood-smoked bacon, sage sausage (turkey sausage available upon request), local pas- tries & muffins, miniature Belgian waffles with strawberry & whipped toppings, smoked salmon and more. WHEN: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 1414 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton
INFO: dewberry 1850.com | 937-586-4150
The Florentine
Germantown’s pride and joy, The Florentine, is serving a special Easter Buffet from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. The price is $19.99 for adults and $10.99 for children under 12. The Florentine requests that peo- ple call ahead with reservations, but they will accommodate walk-ins as they are able. The restaurant noted that they will have a regular breakfast menu served from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and regular lunch available 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu includes baked ham, meatloaf, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn medley, au gratin potatoes, baked beans, cole slaw, pasta salad, deviled eggs, assorted desserts.
WHEN: 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 21 W. Market St., Germantown
INFO: www.theflorentinerestaurant.com
El Meson
El Meson takes celebrating occasions seriously, so it’s highly recommended you make reservations. The buf- fet costs $29 for adults, $14 for children 12 and under and ages 6 and under are free. The Easter buffet includes steak encebollado, beef filet with tomatoes, onions and chimichurri sauce, Carib- bean rum glazed ham, seafood zarzuela with orecchiette pasta, huevos ranche- ros, scrambled eggs with rice and beans, grits and chorizo, saffron rice, Latin stir fry veggies, manchego scalloped potatoes, garbanzos with spinach, green sal- ads, fresh fruit salad, Jamaican jerk slaw, assorted crusty breads, Belgian waffle station with strawberries, blueber- ries and maple syrup. Kids buffet includes burrito bar with beef, chicken, beans, tomatoes, cheese, salsa and tortillas.
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 903 E. Dixie Drive, West Carrollton
INFO: elmeson.net | 937- 859-8229
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse
For a finer fare this Easter Sunday, adults and chil- dren can enjoy the choice of a starter, two sides to share (not on children’s menu), and choice of dessert. Dishes include signa- ture eggs Benedict with sliced filet mignon, crab cake or surf & turf, brioche French toast and salmon Cobb salad for adults and colossal shrimp tempura, mac & cheese and filet mignon for children. The three-course menu starts at $16 for children and $30 for adults. Brunch begins at 10 a.m. and guests can make reservations in advance either by phone or by vis- iting Fleming’s website.
WHEN: Begins at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 21. Reserva- tions required.
WHERE: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, 4432 Walnut St., Beavercreek
INFO: www.fl e m - ingssteakhouse.com | 937- 320-9548
Smith’s Boathouse Restaurant
Smith’s Boathouse Restaurant in Troy will offer brunch beginning at 10 a.m. and the last seating is at 2 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended, as this event fills up really fast. Call 937- 335-3837. You can view the entire menu at smithsboathouse.com.
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: 439 N. Elm St., Troy
INFO: smithsboathouse. com
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish will serve a special brunch on Easter Sunday that includes Crab cake rancheros – Maryland-style crab cake baked in a cast iron skillet with creole sauce, topped with fresh guacamole, tomatoes, cilantro and finished with chipotle aioli sauce, served with corn tortilla strips for dipping; seasonal avocado toast – fresh crushed avocado, roasted tomato and crumbled feta cheese, drizzled with olive oil on top of a French baguette, served with freshly grilled lemon; seafood Johnny cakes and eggs – savory corn-based mini pancakes blended with roasted shrimp and bay scallops, topped with two poached eggs and creole sauce, served with crispy Applewood bacon; BFG tuna steak and eggs – a play on traditional “steak and eggs,” featuring ahi tuna with chimichurri sauce paired with two sunny-side up eggs, served with toast and choice of side; bang bang shrimp benedict – crispy shrimp on a toasted English muffin with poached eggs, green onions and spicy Hollandaise sauce served with choice of side; creme brulee French toast – Grand Marnier and orange zest battered, served with fresh whipped cream, mint, fresh seasonal berries and Applewood bacon. You can top it all off with the new Carrot Lava Cake. Guests can make reservations in advance either by phone or by visiting www.bonefishgrill.com. WHEN: Sunday, April 21 WHERE: 2818 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Miami Twp.
INFO: www.bonefishgrill. com
Smokey Bones
This “Sunday Southern Brunch” starts at $20 and includes five courses including Southern buttermilk biscuits with honey butter, choice of St. Louis or baby back ribs, Southern eggs meaty skillet, choice of a large Belgian waffle or a full skillet of cornbread and a waffle sundae or hot fresh donuts. Guests can also sip on bourbon brunch cocktails, Bloody Marys and mimosas for an additional cost. WHEN: Sunday, April 21 WHERE: 6744 Miller Lane, Butler Twp.
INFO: smokeybones.com
Carvers
Plated brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the dinner menu will be served all day. The threecourse Easter brunch is $35 and includes one choice from each course. Soup or salad course: lobster bisque, spinach salad with honey mustard, romaine salad with balsamic vinaigrette, classic Caesar salad. Entree course: prime rib eggs Benedict, tenderloin skillet, honey BBQ salmon, Carver’s steak & eggs. Dessert course: blackberry chocolate mousse or carrot cake.
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 21
WHERE: Carvers Steaks & Chops, 1535 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Washington Twp.
INFO: carversdayton.com | 937-433-7099