2013 Easter Brunch: Scottsdale

Looking for Easter Brunch in Scottsdale? Check out these restaurants below:

Ahnala Mesquite Room

Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino

10438 North Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale 85264

Details: hop on over for a variety of brunch offerings including a cold station with shrimp cocktail,  traditional caesar salad, roasted vegetable salad, fresh fruit served with mixed berry yogurt;  a hot stations with ahnala eggs benedict, bacon and sausage, chicken penne pasta,  chicken scaloppine, au gratin potatoes, wild mushroom risotto; omelets station; carving station with prime rib and smoked ham. Ahnala will also have a kids station complete with chicken tenders, mac & cheese, corn dogs, pb&j and goldfish crackers. as well as a fully stocked dessert station.

Time: 10:30am to 3pm

Cost: $35 per adult; $20 for anyone 4 – 12 years; children 4 and under are free

For more information: call (480) 789-5300

Ben & Jack’s Steakhouse

4180 N. Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale 85251

Details: Your three course meal experience starts with your choice of a mixed green salad, caesar, mozzarella & tomatoes, maryland crab cake or the soup of the day. Your entree choices are the rack of lamb, prime NY steak, grilled norwegian salmon or veal chop. Choose from creamed spinach, broccoli, peas and onions, german potato or half fries & half cottage cheese as your side. For dessert you can choose from apple strudel, carrot cake, cheesecake or a chocolate mousse cake.

The Easter special three course pre-fixe menu includes: your choice of one starter – Mixed Green Salad, Caesar Salad, Mozzarella & Tomatoes, Maryland Crab Cake or Soup of the Day; your choice of entrée – Rack of Lamb, Prime New York Sirloin Steak, Grilled Norwegian Salmon, or Veal Chop; one side item – Creamed Spinach, Broccoli (Steamed or Sautéed), Peas and Onions, German Potato, or 1/2 Cottage Fries & 1/2 Fried Onion Rings; your choice of dessert – Apple Strudel, Carrot Cake, Cheesecake, or Chocolate Mousse Cake; Coffee and Tea.

Scottsdale

Time: 3:45pm to 10:30pm

Cost: $69.95 per person

For more information: call (480) 947-7900

Cafe ZuZu

Hotel Valley Ho

6850 East Main Street, Scottsdale 85251

Details: Brunch will feature selections from the regular menu as well as specials that include Roasted Tomato and Beef Tenderloin Benedict: grilled beef tenderloin on toasted sourdough topped with two poached eggs, sautéed spinach, and a roasted-tomato hollandaise ($16). For $5 you can build your own drink at the Bloody Mary Bar.

Time: 6am to 3pm

Cost: Varies based on selections

Childrens activities: The annual Easter Egg Hunt starts at 9 a.m. under the purple balloons on the ZuZu patio. Prizes will be awarded.

For more information: (480) 421-7997

Cask 63

8877 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85253

Details: Choose from tons of tempting options such as banana walnut & bacon pancakes, egg stuffed artichoke with jumbo lump crab meat, fried chicken and fig waffles or king salmon over potato chive frittata. All brunch choices will be served with your choice of cowboy hash, fresh fruit or classic hash browns. The minis can feast on a mini stack of pancakes, eggs, bacon and hash browns along with sticky buns, pretzel breads and  & golden raisin cinnamon buns.

Time: 10am to 2:30pm

Cost: varies based on selection

For more information: call (480) 922-5666

Eddie’s House

7042 East Indian School Road, Scottsdale 85251

Details: Get you fill from any mix of the buffet, cereal bar, made to order omelet station, pancake station and the dessert station. Make sure to have room for some of Eddie’s brunch specials; stuffed french toast, bacon infused meatloaf, petit filet mignon, buttermilk fried chicken, pan seared halibut or Eddie’s egg benedict.

Time: 10am to 4pm

Cost: $49 per person, $19 per child 3 – 9, children under 3 free

For more information: (480) 946-1622

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

7575 East Princess Drive, Scottsdale 85255

Details: The four top name restaurants (La Hacienda, The Grill, Bourbon Steak and Ironwood American Kitchen)  at the Princess are getting together to create one stellar easter brunch. Get your fill at the southwestern omelet station, loads of fresh fruit, granola, pastries, international and domestic cheeses, salt crusted prime rib, house smoked salmon, jumbo shrimp. chicken tamales and so much more.

Time: 10am to 3pm

Cost: $75 for adults, $29 for children ages 6 – 12 and children 5 and younger dine for free with the purchase of an adult brunch.

Children’s activities: The resort has created Bunnyland; an easter playground complete with jelly bean bingo, bounce house, petting zoo, turtle races, bubble making and sack races as well as three easter egg hunts (11:30, 1:00 and 2:30) and photos with the Easter Bunny. Radio disney will also be on hand hosting games, sharing music and handing out prizes.

For more information: (480) 585 4848

The Greene House

Kierland Commons

15024 N Scottsdale Road Suite #100, Scottsdale 85254

Details: In addition to the regular menu, you can get your fill of their easter specials such as a spring veggie frittata or french toast with caramelized bananas.

Time: 11am to 3pm

Cost: Varies based on selection

For more information: call (480) 889-9494

McCormick Ranch Golf Club

7505 East McCormick Parkway, Scottsdale

Details: Featured menu options include scrambled eggs & eggs benedict, assorted breakfast meats, breakfast potatoes, belgian waffles, fresh strawberries & whipped cream, baskets of fresh-baked muffins, pastries & croissants, smoked salmon, bagels & cream cheese, platters of seasonal melons, berries & fresh fruits, herb crusted slow-roasted prime rib, carved baked ham, chicken piccata, baked salmon as well as a dark chocolate fountain.

Time: 10am to 3pm

Cost: Adults: $43.95; children ages 6-12 $21.95

For more information: (480) 948-0260

Modern Steak

Scottsdale Fashion Square

7014 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 1433, Scottsdale 85251

Details: In addition to their normal menu you can opt for the brunch specials which include an asparagus frittata, egg sandwich, crispy french toast or a brioche donut hole.

Time: 11am to 3pm

Cost: Varies based on selection

For more information: (480) 423-7000

North

Kierland Commons

4925 N 40th St, Phoenix 85018

Details: Fill up on  North’s granola parfait, nonna, egg and white polenta, frittata, egg scramble or their baked french toast.

Time: 10am to 4pm

Cost: Varies based on selection

For more information: (602) 324-5600

Olive & Ivy

Scottsdale Waterfront

7135 E. Camelback Rd. #195, Scottsdale 85251

Details:  The special easter features will include sea scallops, atlantic salmon, natural chicken and sweet potato cannelloni as well as the usual selection of flat breads, pastries and delectable coffee drinks.

Time: 10am to 3pm

Cost: Varies based on selection

For more information: (480) 751-2200

Palm Court

Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center

7700 East McCormick Parkway, Scottsdale 85258

Details: Enjoy an extensive buffet of fresh fruits, salads, cheeses, muffins, bagels, breads, a crepes station, an omelet station, a carving station with roast sirloin au jus, sugar glazed ham and roast lamb; entree selections of Maine lobster/crab cake with dill beurre blanc, baked salmon and shrimp scampi, and grilled Tequila cilantro-lime chicken breast along with an assortment of holiday pies, cakes, tortes, fruit tarts, truffles and pastries.

Time: 10am to 2:30pm

Cost: Adults, $62; children ages 8 to 12, $31; children 7 and under – free

Children’s Activities: Family activities include photos with the Easter Bunny, ongoing Easter egg hunt, cookie decorating, balloon artist, games, bunnies, ducks and chicks.

For more information: (480) 991-9000

Roaring Fork

4800 North Scottsdale Rd. Suite 1700, Scottsdale 85251

Details: Brunch options include a smoked salmon platter, yogurt parfaits, veggie & egg enchiladas, biscuits & gravy, smoked brisket hash, carved green ham as well as fruit cobbler, cookies and ancho truffles.

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: $35 per person

For more information: (480) 947-0795

Vista Verde Ranch Restaurant

Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center

7700 E. McCormick Parkway, Scottsdale 85258

Details: Brunch buffet selection include fresh fruits, salads, cheeses, muffins, bagels, breads, a crepes station, an omelet station and a variety of breakfast entrees; a carving station with roast sirloin au just, sugar glazed ham and roast lamb; entree selections of Maine lobster/crab cake with dill beurre blanc, baked salmon and shrimp scampi, and grilled Tequila cilantro-lime chicken breast; assortment of holiday pies, cakes, tortes, fruit tarts, truffles and pastries.

Time: 10am to 2:30pm

Cost: Adults $62, children ages 8 to 12 $31 and children 7 and under are free

Children’s Activities: Photos with the Easter Bunny, an easter egg hunt, cookie decoration, balloon artistry and games.

For more information: call (480) 596-7700
Scottsdale Plaza Resort

7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85253

Details: Prepare for a spectacular champagne brunch in the Grande Ballroom. Enjoy a selection of traditional brunch offerings such as breakfast meats, smoked salmon, omelet and waffle stations, freshly pastries, a variety of salads, a cold buffet, carving stations as well as dinner entrees and a variety of desserts.

Time: 10am to 3:30pm

Cost: $43 for Adults; $22 for children ages 13-18; $15 for children ages 6 – 12; free for children under 5

For more information: (480) 948-5000

SOL Mexican Cocina

Scottsdale Quarter

15323 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 85254

Details: SOL’s brunch menu features Executive Chef Deborah Schneider’s unique twists on a variety of authentic Coastal Mexican favorites, plus several specialty cocktails. Popular brunch dishes include the Breakfast Torta, the Souffle Carlotta, or the Crab & Shrimp Cakes ‘Benedicto’. Enjoy a brunch beverage such as a Bloody Mary, a Fresco Greyhound or a Mimosa SOL.

Time: 10am to 3pm

Cost: Varies based on selections

For more information: call 480-245-6708

SWB

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa

Details: The adult buffet features omelets made-to-order, eggs benedict, soups and assorted salads, alaskan king crab legs, jumbo shrimp, mussels, smoked scottish salmon with traditional accompaniments, assorted sushi, gourmet pastas prepared-to-order, rosemary roasted leg of lamb, prime rib, whitefish tacos, paella and a viennese dessert table. A special children’s buffet will also be available along with an á la carte menu.

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: $70 for adults, $35 for children ages 6-12, free for children five and under

Children’s Activities: A meet and greet with the Easter Bunny and his special lady and a huge Easter egg which will house a live bunny.

For more information: (480) 444-1234 ext 79

Taggia

Firesky Resort & Spa

4925 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 85251

Details: First course: roasted chicken brodo with eggs, spinach and parmesan ($8) or asparagus, artichoke torta with truffle essence and goat cheese with tomato salad ($9)

Second course: spring pea risotto with pecorino and mint ($21) or braised lamb shank served with braised spring legumes, and red wine demi glace ($25)

Dessert: italian dove easter cake, vanilla gelato and caramel sauce ($7)

Time: March 30 & 31, from noon to 9 p.m.

Cost: varies based on selection

For more information: call (480) 424-6095

Talavera

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

10600 East Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale 85262

Details: Talavera is offering up a huge buffet menu. Some of the different stations that will be available are the Flavors From the Sea, Salad Station, Breakfast Items, Omelet Station (11-4), Risotto & Scallop Station, Cheese and Charcuterie Station, Carving, Hot Items and a Dessert Station.

Time: 11am to 8pm

Cost: $87 per person, $37 for ages 5-12

Childrens’ Activities: Two easter egg hunts, one at 10 a.m. and another at 1 p.m. Kids can also enjoy a bounce house, special crafts, lawn bowling, soccer and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

For more information: call (480) 515-5700

The Westin Kierland

6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale 85254

Details: The Easter Champagne Brunch menu will offer delectable dishes such as breakfast stations with fresh pastries and omelets, carving stations with lamb and prime rib, seafood and sushi stations, a bountiful dessert station and more.

Time: 10am to 4pm

Cost: $75 per adult and $25 per child, ages 5- 12 (children 4 and under eat free). To make special holiday reservations,

Children’s Activities: An egg hunt featuring 20,000 stuffed Easter eggs and grand surprise entrance from the Easter Bunny arriving by helicopter to kick-off the festivities. Starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Resort’s outdoor Marshall’s Pavilion with a petting zoo, tethered hot air balloon rides, bounce houses, a face-painting station, games, arts and crafts, and more!

For more information: call (480) 624-1202

Holiday Guide by Taryn Jeffries, PhoenixBites Staff Writer