8 Easter Brunch And Dinner Spots In The North Shore

SKOKIE, IL — For families who want Easter brunch or dinner, along with the luxury of not having to cook it themselves, several North Shore restaurants will be open Sunday, April 5, to take care of the preparation.

Don’t waste time, though. Tables book quickly.

Here are a few choices from the online reservation service OpenTable:

• The Happ Inn- 305 Happ Rd., Northfield
• The Graduate Homestead Room - 1625 Hinman Ave., Evanston
• Jilly's Cafe - 2614 Green Bay Rd., Evanston
• Bella Via Ristorante - 431 Temple Ave., Highland Park
• Le Colonial - 655 Forest Ave., Lake Forest
• Avli - 566 Chestnut St., Winnetka
• Tanta Cocina Peruana - 118 West Grand Ave, Chicago
• City Works Eatery and Pour House - 929 N Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills

Several upscale chains with locations in the North Shore have announced Easter hours as well, including familiar names like Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and Ruth’s Chris Steak House. It’s a good idea to call ahead for reservations.

Several casual restaurants are open for Easter as well, including Applebee’s, The Cheesecake Factory, Chili’s, Cracker Barrel, Olive Garden, Panera Bread, Perkins, Red Lobster and Texas Roadhouse.

As always, it’s a good idea to call ahead to make sure the chain locations near you are open.