The Ultimate Easter Dining Guide 2022

With sweet treats, brunch offerings, chef-prepared classics and more, local favourites help you celebrate Easter effortlessly

Check out some of the tasty options below…

1. Railtown Catering

Railtown CateringThe team at Railtown are again providing perfected favourites without any hassle, thanks to their much-loved, multi-course, Easter-to-go packages. All you have to do is reheat and serve. The package includes pre-carved honey-glazed ham, a variety of sides, fragrantly spiced fluffy Railtown hot cross buns (served with whipped butter), and—to finish—customers will be treated to a rhubarb crumble, accompanied by house made vanilla ice cream.

All packages are available in ‘small’ (which feeds four to six for $239) or ‘large’ (feeds eight to 10 for $379). Hot, ready-to-eat packages are also available for an extra charge of $50. Additional side dishes are available on an à la carte basis, and there is always the option to include a rosemary-crusted lamb leg.  
397 Railway Street, Vancouver; Details online

2. The Bench Bakehouse

The BenchThis year, ‘DIY’ your Easter brunch with The Bench Bakehouse’s offerings. Pick up house-made springtime items, including quiche, brioche, challah, Easter stollen, pavlova and hot cross buns, among many other fresh and frozen pastries. Plus they have cookie-decorating kits ($30) that come with six cookies in three shapes, colourful icing and even Easter M&Ms.
1641 Commercial Drive, Vancouver; Details online

3. Truffles Fine Foods

Truffles Fine FoodsFor a delicious heat-and-serve Easter package, Truffles Fine Foods will be offering three great menu options that all feed four, including honey-glazed ham with apricot chutney ($180), braised lamb shank with red wine jus ($260), and a plant-based feature with a leek and artichoke pie ($180). Plus add any and all varieties of side dishes like scalloped potatoes, roasted baby carrots, spring greens and so much more. 
8286 Sherbrooke Street, Vancouver; Details online

4. Edge Catering

Edge CateringWhether you’re feeding two or 12, Edge Catering’s to-go feasts are offering two mouthwatering dinner options. For the traditionalists, chef Jasmin Porcic has a beautiful Canadian ham, paired with classic comfort sides (feeds two for $80/feeds six for $215), and, for those looking for something different, they’ll also be offering a garlic and rosemary lamb option (feeds two for $100/feeds six for $275), as well as a selection of delectable desserts. The team at Edge Catering is also offering a vegetable strudel, Easter brunch kits (from $50) and cookie-decorating kits (from $30).
1927 East Hastings Street, Vancouver; Details online

5. Bacchus

BacchusThis Easter weekend, Wedgewood Hotel’s Bacchus Restaurant is introducing an exclusive table d’hôte brunch menu ($72 per person), with a variety of sweet and savoury creations to choose from. Welcomed with a traditional hot cross bun sharing basket upon arrival, guests can then choose from a variety of Easter starters such as an apricot and pistachio parfait, turkey Mulligatawny soup, beef tartare crostini and more. To follow, entrees include pulled pork on jalapeno cornbread, buttermilk fried Cornish game hen and waffles, pan-seared Haida Gwaii halibut, and cinnamon brioche French toast to just name a few. To finish, a selection of decadent, hand-crafted desserts include a ricotta honey tart, butternut squash pudding, Wedgewood chocolate bar, as well as a special Canadian cheese selection.
845 Hornby Street, Vancouver; Details online

6. Popina Canteen

Popina CanteenFor a limited time only, the celebrated quick-service eatery Popina is bringing back its most popular puffcream to date: the Mini Egg puffcream ($8 for adults, $6 for kids). The freshly baked cream puffs, filled with a swirl of original-recipe Birchwood Dairy vanilla soft-serve ice cream, will be loaded with Mini Eggs to celebrate the Easter season.
1691 Johnston Street, Vancouver; Details online

7. Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts

Pacific Institute of Culinary ArtsThis year, the team at PICA are offering multi-course Easter dinner to-go packages for two at $109. The menu features a succulent and juicy main dish of maple and pineapple glazed roasted ham and an array of mouth-watering seasonal side dishes, plus it’s finished with two seasonal desserts. The Granville Island café will also offer its take on hot cross buns for $15 per half-dozen.
1505 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver; Details online

8. Temper Chocolate and Pastry

Temper Chocolate & PastryThis April, the team at Temper Chocolate and Pastry are helping people fill their Easter baskets to the brim with an array of uniquely decadent and whimsically delicious treats. The Easter-themed confections include their showpieces—brightly decorated eggs all adorned with milk, dark and white solid chocolate (from $35), Easter eggs filled with an assortment of delicious Mini Eggs, bunnies, chocolate bars and lollipops (from $75), hot cross buns sold individually for $4, in a half-dozen for $23 or in a dozen for $45. 
2409 Marine Drive, West Vancouver; Details online

9. Mon Paris Pâtisserie

Photo Credit: Nora HamadeThis Easter, Mon Paris Pâtisserie owner and pastry chef Elena Krasnova has created a collection of irresistible and charming chocolate delights, including chocolate duckling lollipops ($4), four-inch milk or dark chocolate Easter eggs adorned with a choice of a spring-time flower or stripe design and filled with one surprise white and milk Easter chocolate ($20), a large eight-inch tall Fruit and Nut Easter egg ($27), and so many more delicious goodies. 
4396 Beresford Street, Burnaby; Details online

10. The Lazy Gourmet

The Lazy GourmetThis Easter, The Lazy Gourmet team serves up several feast-worthy options that include an Easter dinner for six ($250) and an Easter set menu ($45 per person). The Easter dinner for six features exquisite dishes such as a rainbow spring salad, mustard and brown sugar roasted ham, scalloped potatoes, honey roasted carrots, roasted Brussels sprouts, and is finished with a honey lemon lavender cake for dessert. The Easter set menu includes a rainbow spring salad, herb drop biscuits, the choice between marinated lamb chops or vegetarian tomato tart, duck fat roasted potatoes, honey roasted carrots, roasted Brussels sprouts, and a honey lemon lavender cake slice to finish. For an additional $24, guests can also add a side order of fresh hot cross buns.
1545 West 3rd Avenue, Vancouver; Details online

11. Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar

Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster BarBoulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar’s executive chef Roger Ma has curated a new indulgent section for the Boulevard menu including a roasted lamb saddle for Easter dinner. Other highlights from the menu include a whole sea bream en croûte de sel ($105), a show-stopping two-pound sea bream baked and presented in salt dough, and dressed in Provençal sauce. Meat lovers can also swoon over an impressive 50 ounce bone-in Tomahawk ribeye ($205), seasoned with porcini powder to add richness, salt and Tellicherry pepper. A plant-based offering of whole roasted curry cauliflower ($40) is also available on the new menu. 
845 Burrard Street, Vancouver; Details online

12. Fairmont Hotels in Vancouver and Victoria

ArcEaster brunches

Head to Arc Restaurant at the Fairmont Waterfront for an Easter bottomless brunch. The indulgent tasting menu features more than a dozen unlimited offerings and includes a decadent Belgian chocolate fondue with banana bread, mini donuts, coconut macaroons, and fruit for dipping. Priced at $69 per adult and $34 per child, this one’s a treat for the whole family.
900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver; Details online

Chef Hector Laguna and his culinary team at the Botanist at the Fairmont Pacific Rim have a trio of carvery offerings including prime rib, roast ham and lamb leg, as well as Botanist brunch favourites such as crab and avocado Benedict and salmon tartine available for the holiday. This three-course holiday menu is accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine upon arrival and a house-made cocktail ($78 per person).
Details online

Overlook downtown Vancouver’s skyline and indulge in an Easter brunch buffet on the roof at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. The lavish brunch buffet offers classic favourites including eggs Benedict, a chef-attended carving station featuring prime rib and maple glazed ham, and decadent desserts from the in-house pastry shop. The Easter Bunny will also be hopping in with a basket full of chocolate treats for younger guests attending. The rooftop brunch is priced at $104.55 per adult and $52.28 per child (ages 12 and under).
900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver; Details online

Treat yourself and the family to an Easter brunch buffet at the Fairmont Empress, Victoria. Prepared by the locale’s executive chef Morgan Wilson and the rest of the hotel’s culinary team, the meal allows diners to reconnect with loved ones over creative food stations, fresh, local seafood and a delectable dessert spread. Brunch attendees are invited to join in the Easter egg hunt with a guest appearance by a special VIB (Very Important Bunny). The brunch is priced at $119 per adult and $60 per child.
721 Government Street, Victoria; Details online

Afternoon teas

Enjoy Easter afternoon tea at Globe@YVR this springtime ($79 per adult and $49 per child) with a selection of delicious finger sandwiches, scones with jam and Devonshire cream, and a tempting array of Easter-themed sweet treats brought to you by the restaurant’s pastry chef Annie Liao.
3111 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond; Details online

Head to Notch8 Restaurant at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for a cherished tradition for the whole family. The afternoon tea menu ($69 per adult and $34.50 per child) includes delectable savoury fare, scones and sweets made by the in-house Pastry Shop. The Easter Bunny will also be hopping in with a basket full of chocolate treats for younger guests attending.
900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver; Details online

This Easter, the Fairmont Empress Hotel will be hosting a spring-themed afternoon tea ($89 per adult and $45 per child). The talented culinary team have created decadent pastries that celebrate the spring season and a delicious assortment of finger sandwiches presented on a tiered Royal China tea service.
721 Government Street, Victoria; Details online

13. Beaucoup Bakery

Photo Credit: Rich WonThis Easter, the French-inspired local hot spot launches their new ‘Easter Surprise’ collection, featuring a variety of baked goods and chocolate confections, such as a ‘Grand Surprise’ egg, a six-inch dark chocolate egg filled with a small stuffed toy or finger puppet, milk chocolate crisp pearls and hand-painted mini Easter eggs ($68); an Easter cookie box, featuring three kinds of housemade cookies ($30), Beaucoup’s popular hot cross buns two ways: the classic ($3.75) and the ‘Surprise Hot Cross Bun’, filled with strawberry rhubarb jam and vanilla cheesecake filling ($4.85).
2150 Fir Street, Vancouver; Details online

14. Purdys

PurdysCrafted from 100 percent sustainable cocoa and high quality ingredients, beloved Purdys has your Easter covered. From Easter-wrapped assorted chocolate gift boxes to delicious eggs and baskets and so much more, Purdys is your go-to as you stock up on sweet treats. Plus this Easter, Purdys is crafting joyful memories for the children at Lions Gate Hospital with an interactive Easter egg hunt and donating $20,000 to Lions Gate Hospital Foundation to help support life-enhancing and life-saving care. 
Various locations; Details online

15. Carlino

CarlinoBringing back a limited amount of their highly-anticipated brunch board that’s a perfect fit for Easter weekend, Carlino will be serving up specials including a brunch board for two, featuring carrot cake waffles, mixed seasonal fruits, avocado, San Daniele prosciutto,
bacon, poached eggs, chocolate-covered strawberries, crostini, rosemary potatoes and mini yogurt parfait with coffee or tea and two glasses of Prosecco or mimosas ($69). What more could you ask for on Easter morning?
1115 Alberni Street, Vancouver; Details online

16. Ask for Luigi

Ask for LuigiFeaturing a special brunch and dinner to mark the occasion this month, Ask for Luigi’s brunch offering will include a seafood frittata with prawns, scallops, crab, mussels and clams, while dinner will include an antipasti of English peas, fava beans, honey ricotta, ricotta salata and artichokes, a main of lamb ragu, smoked caciocavallo and a tiramisu for dessert. 
305 Alexander Street, Vancouver; Details online

17. Potluck Hawker Eatery

Photo Credit: Rich WonMake new Easter traditions with loved ones this year at Potluck Hawker Eatery, where guests will be treated to a smorgasbord of fragrant and flavourful dishes, influenced by Malaysian, Singaporean, Filipino, Thai and Vietnamese ingredients. Highlights include Milo French toast with HK egg-dipped milk bread; a hot cross chicken sando with salted egg queso, served with choice of shaker fries or green salad; a Hawker Benny with a choice of coconut creamed kale, smoked salmon laab and bacon rendang and so much more.
3424 Cambie Street, Vancouver; Details online