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Where to brunch in SF this Easter Sunday

Where to brunch in SF this Easter Sunday

Axios15-04-2025

Easter is almost upon us, and that means a plethora of brunch specials and egg hunts.
If you're looking to go out for Easter brunch this year, here are a few places to check out.
🦞 MKT at Four Seasons Hotel on Market Street is offering a buffet-style brunch on Sunday featuring fresh seafood, carving stations and decadent desserts alongside breathtaking skyline views. Kids' activities will include face painting, balloon twisting and more.
Tickets are $190 for adults and $80 for children under 12.
🥑 The Vault Garden on California Street will serve a three-course brunch menu concocted by chef Ryan Cerizo, starting at 11am. Dishes include salmon rillettes and truffle deviled eggs.
Tickets are $65 for adults and $25 for kids.
🧇 Cavallo Point in Sausalito, set at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge, will host a brunch buffet highlighting locally sourced produce at 10am and 1pm in the Callippe Ballroom. It will include an omelet and scramble bar, mini waffle bar and kid-friendly options.
Tickets are $168 per person if bought in advance, $178 per person at the door and $75 per child (ages 4-12).
🍝 Montesacro in SOMA will bring you authentic Italian flavors with a four-course tasting menu crafted by chef Anna Piazza, featuring classic Roman flavors, seasonal ingredients and Pinsa. Reservations are available noon-8pm.
Tickets are $60 per person with a $40 optional wine pairing.
🎹 Top of the Mark at the InterContinental Mark Hopkins on California Street will set out an Easter buffet with gorgeous views of the Bay Area, curated seasonal delights, fresh seafood extravaganza and live piano music. The Easter Bunny will also stop by for a visit!
Seating times are 10am, 10:30am, 2pm and 2:30pm. Tickets are $249.90 for adults and $89 for children 4-12.
⛲️ The Garden Court of the Palace Hotel in FiDi offers an opulent buffet brunch at three seating times that each last two hours.
🥩 International Smoke in downtown promises a memorable brunch experience 11am-6pm with dishes that celebrate the season's flavors, ranging ranging from black truffle caesar to picanha steak and eggs.

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