Easter Gets Elevated at These San Diego Hotspots

From egg hunts for the tots in North County to a decidedly grown-up Champagne brunch at the US’s Grant newly restyled Presidential Ballroom, we present the most treasured places to celebrate Easter.

Flower Hill Promenade | Del Mar, CA 

Hidden sweets and treats are ready to be discovered at Del Mar’s premier open-air shopping center, Flower Hill Promenade, during this year's self-guided Easter Egg Treasure Hunt. Gather the family for a day of Easter fun as the kids hop to more than 20 different store locations searching for hidden goods. The journey begins at Geppetto’s Toys where guests receive a map of the hunt and ends at If I Was A Bird Yoga for crafting and activities. The event will take place on Saturday, April 15 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.. Happy Hunting!

Harrah’s Resort Southern California | Valley Center, CA

Harrah's Resort Southern California will celebrate Easter with various offerings including the Buffet’s Easter brunch featuring a carving station with assorted meats; smoked salmon and mini bagels; shrimp and scallop ceviche; eggs Benedict with hollandaise; petite grilled steak; roasted salmon with pineapple macadamia nut sauce and coconut; roasted lavender-rubbed pork loin with fig sauce; and more. Fiore Steakhouse will also offer signature dishes including a special rhubarb salad made with baby savory spinach, citrus pineapple dressing, tart Greek yogurt, and Marcona almond; and lamb Navarin - seared medallions of lamb with pearl onion, baby turnip and carrot, and duck fat crisped potato. Guests can also indulge in an 8 oz. grilled New York steak, salmon cake oscar, wild rice, grilled asparagus, choice of soup or salad and strawberry shortcake at The Cafe.

Manchester Grand Hyatt, Downtown | San Diego, CA

Easter Sunday is filled with dining opportunities at the Manchester Grand Hyatt. First a Grand Breakfast Buffet will be offered in the Grand Lobby Bar and Restaurant from 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.. Next, Easter Champagne Brunch will be served at Seaview Breakfast Buffet Restaurant from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Guests are offered an incredible selection of Easter Day cuisine in Seaview featuring the finest and freshest ingredients; including an array of brunch buffet dishes featuring a customized omelet bar, Belgian waffles, iced seafood display, seasonal salads and sides, carving stations mouth watering desserts and more. 

Easter at Rancho Bernardo Inn | San Diego, CA

This April gather with friends and family at Rancho Bernardo Inn for a variety of delectable brunch specials catered for families and children of all ages. On Sunday, April 16 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., the Inn will be offering their traditional brunch buffet at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, a special three-course brunch menu with amuse at Avant Restaurant in addition to the excitement of photos with the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt on Aragon Lawn. 

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa | San Diego, CA 

Hop to an exciting Easter Brunch at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa filled with decadent cuisine, family activities, and more. Menu highlights from the brunch include SoCal lobster breakfast tacos; a pancake station with Brioche vanilla-cinnamon french toast, buttermilk pancakes with an assortment of toppings; house made pastries and breakfast breads; assorted sushi rolls; breakfast croissant sandwiches; and smoked Norwegian salmon, bagels, and classic condiments. After indulging in brunch favorites, guests can enjoy family-friendly Easter activities including a visit from the Easter Bunny, children's Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, face painting, donut pops, lemonade stand, giant Jenga and checkers, and much more. Easter Brunch at Rancho Valencia will held in the resort’s signature restaurant, Veldaora from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 16 with Easter egg hunts beginning at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. for tiny tots and 12:45 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. for big kids. Price is $130 for adults, $55 for children ages 4-11, and complimentary for children under the age of 3, not including tax and gratuity. For reservations, please call 858-759-6246.

THE US GRANT | San Diego, CA

Indulge in an array of culinary delights with family and friends at THE US GRANT’s Easter Champagne Brunch Buffet on Sunday, April 16 from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy live music by the Ira Gonzalez Trio and an Instrumental Jazz Trio with delectable breakfast beginnings, soups, salads, holiday-inspired specialty stations, fresh seafood, prime meats, house-made pastries, and an all-encompassing dessert display, complimented alongside coffee, tea, juice, mimosas, and chef de bar, Cory Alberto’s speciality carrot cocktail. Unique standout buffet stations include a breakfast ravioli station with Florentine breakfast ravioli with Mornay sauce, and truffle madeira sauce, or the french toast station offering coffee french toast, walnut, and traditional with assorted syrups and preserves. In addition, interactive children’s activities will be offered, including visits with the Easter Bunny, a fun photo booth, and kids crafts decorating picture frames for Easter photos. The Easter Champagne Brunch Buffet will be held in the newly restyled Presidential Ballroom and is $78 for adults, $69 for seniors, $39 for children ages 4-12, excluding tax and gratuity. To make a reservation please call 619-744-2039.

Tidal at Paradise Point Resort & Spa | Mission Bay, CA

Located on the sparkling waters of San Diego’s Mission Bay, Paradise Point’s signature restaurant Tidal will offer a serene seaside Easter brunch on Sunday, April 16. Scheduled to launch on April 9, Chef DJ Tangalin has transformed the waterfront restaurant’s brunch menu to include highlights such as Baja Shrimp tostada, carnitas benedict, Maine Lobster omelet and more. Guests who want to leave their apron at home and enjoy a stress-free holiday with friends and family can enjoy the sweet and savory creations from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Perched where land meets sea on the shores of San Diego's Mission Bay, Tidal offers a thoughtful dining selection of the freshest, local seafood.

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