5 Spots to Enjoy Brunch this Easter

Ditch the traditional brunch favorites and enjoy a day of celebrations with our picks for an Easter meal.

If making brunch plans with your friends and family is an annual tradition – we've got some great ideas on where to do brunch in Dallas. Switch it up this year by expanding your taste buds with a taste of Jamaican favorites, southern staples, or add some live music to the mix and go for a cultural dining experience this Easter.

1. House of Blues

The world-famous House of Blues Gospel Brunch is the perfect setting to hear live gospel music while enjoying the southern all-you-can-eat buffet, including their delicious chicken and waffles. Exhilarating performances, tender carving stations and the perfect family-friendly environment makes this brunch an event you don't want to miss. The event includes a buffet, gospel show and non-alcoholic beverages.

2. Jalisco Norte

If you're in the mood for Mexican, gather the gang and head to Jalisco Norte. The chef's crafted menu is inspired straight from his Mexican homeland, so you'll get a taste of true authenticity with everything on the menu. Brunch is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes pozole, migas and a build-your-own chilaquiles! And don't forget about the drinks – mocktails, margaritas and plenty of agave-spirited cocktails are on the menu.

3. The Island Spot

This award-winning Jamaican restaurant will not disappoint. The Island Spot, a casual and laid-back setting, offers weekend brunch serving chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, island crab cakes and other savory Jamaican dishes. Also, be sure to check out the Rum bar – the tastiest and best selection of rums are on the menu (go for the Rum flight where you can order three rums of your choice to sip on!) Brunch is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, no reservations required.

4. DRAGONFLY - HOTEL ZAZA

Dragonfly, at Hotel ZaZa, is a culinary haven where visitors can immerse themselves in global flavors with locally sourced ingredients. From meticulously crafted cocktails to signature dishes like the renowned Dragonfly Sushi Rolls, every aspect of the menu reflects the establishment's commitment to culinary excellence. For anyone seeking an extraordinary Easter brunch experience, Dragonfly offers an innovative twist on classic favorites, inviting guests to indulge in artfully crafted omelets, and decadent pastries alike.

5. Fearing's

Celebrate Easter with executive chef Dean Fearing at Fearing's. Enjoy an incredible three-course menu of Texas favorites, met with Chef Dean's signature spin. Choose from herbed Alaskan king crab quiche with local greens, buffalo sausage on house made fettuccine, cornmeal-crusted trout benedict on jalapeno grits and more. (Vegetarian menus are also available for brunch.) A dessert station and activities for the whole family will be located in the tented outdoor Ocaso space, featuring an abundance of sweet treats like salted caramel chocolate eggs and a fried pecan pie station with liquid nitrogen ice cream you won't want to miss.