Easter is coming fairly early this year – falling on Sunday, April 5.
It is a time to gather with family and friends, often around a table filled with delectable dishes. That table doesn’t have to be at home, though.
Plenty of Peoria-area businesses are offering Easter brunch.
Here is a look at options in the area. If you have a restaurant to add to the list, email CWaigand@gannett.com.
Ardor Breads & Provisions
Event details: Open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ardor will offer an a la carte menu with additional “specials and elevated dishes for you and your family to enjoy.”
Reservations: Reservations can be made online at https://www.exploretock.com/ardor-after-dark/. The website states that there is a $10 deposit for each person.
Address: 301 SW Water St., Peoria
Website: https://ardorbp.com/
Avanti’s Ristorante
Event details: An Easter buffet will be available at all Avanti’s locations from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The buffet costs $10.95 for children 12 and under and $18.95 for older patrons. Customers will find Gondolas, sliced ham, fried chicken, Avanti’s bread, various sides and assorted cakes.
The regular menu will also be available to diners during this time.
Reservations: Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant.
Address: 4711 N. Rockwood Road, Peoria; 8517 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria; 2320 E. Washington St., East Peoria; 3610 W. Kelly Ave., Pekin
Website: https://avantispeoria.com/
Barrack’s Hospitality Group
Event details: Described as “Our most anticipated event of the year,” Barrack’s Hospitality Group is hosting Easter brunch. According to the business’ Facebook page, available seating times include 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Brunch costs $38 for those 13 and older, with customers saving $2 per person pre-paying. Children 4 to 12 years old can dine for $18.
The brunch will feature an omelet bar, a waffle bar, chicken, honey-baked ham, prime rib, various sides and a dessert table decked out with a chocolate dipping fountain.
Reservations: Call (309) 692-3990 to make a reservation
Address: 1224 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria
Website: https://caterinn.com/
Bob Evans
Event details: Along with the restaurant’s regular menu, Bob Evans will offer an Easter Celebration Premium Platter. The dish includes hickory-smoked ham, slow-roasted turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans with ham, buttered corn, cranberry relish, dinner rolls and a slice of double crust apple pie.
Addresses: 8821 N. Allen Road, Peoria and 304 N. Main St., East Peoria
Website: https://www.bobevans.com/
Fox & Ford
Event details: A breakfast buffet will be available from 7a.m. to 11 a.m., with brunch available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to the business, a “Meet the Easter Bunny” photo opportunity will take place from noon until 1 p.m.
The buffet costs $16 for children and $22 for adults, according to OpenTable.
Reservations: OpenTable lists reservation times from 7 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for the breakfast buffet.
Address: 501 Main St., Peoria
Website: https://foxandfordpeoria.com/
Hy-Vee
Event details: Hy-Vee encourages the community to “Hop on Over” for Easter brunch.
The meal – served from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – will include biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon, baked goods and more. Those 13 years or older can dine for $19.99, while children 6 to 12 years old can eat for $6.99. Those 5 years old or younger can dine for free.
Address: 7610 N. Orange Prairie Road, Peoria
Website: https://www.hy-vee.com/stores/detail.aspx?s=1445&srsltid=AfmBOoquSDIIeodAxOlPjhXSdtNHfejKClfEGsDyd8uxmfWOY3oDEYoV
Illinois Valley Yacht and Canoe Club – IVY Club
Event details: IVY Club is hosting “a beautiful brunch filled with spring favorites and festive vibes!” While reservations have been filling up, availability remains from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
The brunch menu features biscuits and gravy, eggs benedict, sliced ham, tortellini, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, a salad bar, a dessert table and more.
Reservations: Reservations are required and can be made by calling (309) 682-5419 or emailing ajoffice1@comcast.net.
Address: 5102 N. Galena Road, Peoria Heights
Website: https://www.ivyclub.org/
Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse
Event details: From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse will host an Easter brunch. The meal costs $47 for those 13 or older, $20 for children 6 to 12 years old and is free for children 5 and under.
Customers will find shrimp cocktail, pork loin, smothered beef tips, chicken de burgo, breakfast dishes, various sides, children’s options and chocolate fountains and desserts.
Reservations: Call (309) 692-3887 to make a reservation.
Address: 101 Holiday St., East Peoria
Website: https://johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com/east-peoria/
Mike’s Cobbler Corner Family Restaurant
Event details: Open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mike’s Cobbler Corner Family Restaurant will serve a Swiss steak special alongside its regular menu. A variety of cobblers and pies will also be available.
Reservations: Reservations can be made by calling (309) 347-2666. Customers can also call ahead to have their food ready for them when they arrive.
Address: 1534 N. 8th St., Pekin
Website: https://www.facebook.com/MikesCobblerCorner/
Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino
Event details: Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino is hosting Easter brunch with the Easter Bunny making an appearance as a special guest. Seatings times include 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Customers will find carved ham, roast beef, biscuits and gravy, French toast and more. The brunch costs $38 for those over 13. Veterans and senior guests, 55 or older, receive 10% off. Children 3 or younger dine for free, while the brunch costs $16 for kids 4 to 12 years old.
Reservations: Reservations can be made online at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/easter-brunch-par-a-dice-hotel-casino-tickets/14188474?pl=BoydGaming or by calling (309) 698-3098.
Address: 21 Blackjack Blvd, East Peoria
Website: https://paradice.boydgaming.com/
Shelly B’s Café
Event details: An all-you-can-eat Easter brunch – hosted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – will be available at Shelly B’s Café for $8.95. Customers will find biscuits and gravy, bacon, bagels, an oatmeal bar, honey ham, fried chicken and more.
Reservations: To make reservations, call (309) 613-9616.
Address: 444 S. Parkway Drive, Pekin
SLÈ Seasoned Little Eatery
Event details: Seasoned Little Eatery will serve honey glazed ham, roasted turkey, beef brisket, fried chicken and baked chicken at its Easter buffet. Various sides, salads and desserts will also be available.
The meal costs $32 for adults, $28 for seniors and $16.99 for children.
Reservations: To make a reservation, call (309) 839-2992 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
Address: 1112 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria
Website: https://www.eatatsle.com/
Suite Fire Bar + Grille
Event details: Brunch seatings are available at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. The meal costs $30 for those 13 or older – with tax and a 15% gratuity added to the cost. Children 4 to 12 can dine for $15, and the event is free for children 3 and under.
Customers will find breakfast dishes, a ham carving station, a prime rib carving station, various sides and desserts.
Reservations: To make a reservation, call (309) 683-3399.
Address: 7601 N. Orange Prairie Road, Peoria
Website: https://suitefire.com/
The Table
Event details: The Table will offer seatings at 9:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.
Brunch is $40 for those 13 or older and $15 for children 3 to 12 years old. A 20% gratuity is also added.
The brunch will feature biscuits n’ gravy, chicken waffle sliders, cinnamon rolls, scones, browned butter chops, honey glazed ham and more. To see the full menu, go to https://www.thetablepeoria.com/events/easter-sunday-brunch-apr2026.
Reservations: Call (309) 323-0006 or go to https://www.thetablepeoria.com/events-at-the-table/p/easter-sunday-brunch-apr2026 to make a reservation.
Address: 8305 N. Allen Road, Suite 2, Peoria
Website: https://www.thetablepeoria.com/
Tangled Roots Craft Beer & Kitchen
Event details: From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tangled Roots will offer an Easter brunch buffet. The buffet will feature a prime rib and ham carving station, chicken broccoli cavatappi, lemon pepper Atlantic salmon, pork schnitzel and more.
The brunch buffet costs $29.99 for adults and $14.95 for children.
Reservations: Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant at (309) 388-2300.
Address: 140 Washington Square, Washington
Website: https://tangledrootsbrewingco.com/
Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer
Event details: Thyme will offer its brunch menu, along with a traditional ham dinner special, for Easter. The restaurant will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reservations: To make a reservation, call (309) 713-2619 or go to https://www.opentable.com/booking/restref/availability?lang=en-US&correlationId=a1a8c848-5b8d-4269-8ff8-d24d8591eb2c&restRef=1042351
Address: 736 SW Washington St., Peoria
Website: http://thymepeoria.com/
WeaverRidge Golf Club
Event details: Easter brunch will be available at WeaverRidge Golf Club from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature French toast, biscuits and gravy, pastries, carved ham, roast beef, salmon, various sides, desserts and more.
The meal costs $40 for those 13 or older and $15 for children 4 to 12 years old.
Reservations: To make a reservation, call (309) 691-3344 and select extension 3 or email events@weaverridge.com.
Address: 5100 N. WeaverRidge Blvd, Peoria
Website: https://www.weaverridge.com/
Whiskey Taco
Event details: With seating times at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., Whiskey Taco is hosting an Easter brunch buffet with a breakfast taco bar, bourbon glazed ham, chicken and waffles and more.
The buffet costs $24.99 for those 13 and older, while children 4 to 12 years old can dine for $9.99.
Reservations: To make a reservation, call (309) 512-8226.
Address: 507 Court St., Pekin
Website: https://whiskey-taco.com/
Wildlife Prairie Park
Event details: Wildlife Prairie Park is offering an early brunch from 10 a.m. to noon and a later brunch from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The earlier timeframe features various breakfast staples, while the latter offers breakfast options along with ham, turkey and green beans.
Member tickets cost $45 for those 13 and up and $22 for children 3 to 12 years old. Non-member tickets are $50 for those 13 and older and $25 for children 3 to 12.
Reservations: Tickets are available online at https://wildlifeprairiepark.org/easter
Address: 3826 N. Taylor Road, Hanna City
Website: https://wildlifeprairiepark.org/
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Hop to these Peoria-area eateries for Easter brunch in 2026
Reporting by Cassidy Waigand, Peoria Journal Star / Journal Star
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