Last Chance: Easter Brunch at Local Eateries

White rabbits hopping around with colorfully painted eggs. Rows and rows of chocolate bunnies. These are some of the images that come to mind with the Easter celebration. Easter is more than sweets and traditions–it’s about spending time with family and friends. With it coming up this Sunday, check out some of these restaurants as viable options for an Easter weekend brunch.

Black Cow Café

A popular spot in old town Montrose, the Black Cow Café dishes out a mix of American classics. A specialty of the Black Cow is the banana bread French toast, which is a heaping of banana pecan bread layered with strawberries, bananas, and powder sugar. Outdoor seating is available with room for family seating, so you can enjoy brunch with your loved ones.

Descanso Gardens

Enjoy Easter Brunch at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge with a freshly prepared meal by the Patina Group. The menu includes scrumptious choices like brioche French toast with strawberries and maple syrup as well as oven-roasted salmon with grilled citrus and chive beurre blanc. An added bonus: children will receive baskets of cookies to decorate during brunch. Reserve by Tuesday, April 3.

Dish Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Dish in La Cañada Flintridge offers a variety of choices for the whole family in a quaint atmosphere. For those with a thirst to quench, there are fresh squeezed juices and a bar that serves traditional brunch drinks like Mimosas and Bloody Mary mixes. The breakfast entrees will fill up anyone with an appetite; from egg dishes and omelets to hot cakes and waffles, Dish serves up delicious food with ample portions.

Foxy’s Restaurant

Helmed by Chef Alfredo, Foxy’s Restaurant in Glendale is a hometown favorite that has a wide menu and friendly service. Some of the intriguing specials on the menu include The Alamo, a poached egg on an English muffin with avocado, cheese, and ranchero sauce. For the adventurous, there’s the Leaning Tower of Mexico, complete with three layers of corn tortillas, Spanish rice, black beans and a garnish of avocado and cheddar cheese.

Shanto’s Bakery

Based in La Crescenta, Shanto’s Bakery is home to authentic Lebanese cuisine. It is run by Shanto Adessian and his family who serve delicacies like manaish, a food item similar to pizza. Look out for fresh bread, crisp vegetables, and aromatic cheeses.