Chicago Easter Brunch 2009

800 N Michigan Ave (Park Hyatt Hotel), Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

Enjoy a sky-high Easter brunch at the Park Hyatt's luxurious wining and dining oasis, where the grand buffet spans everything from sushi and salads to mini Belgian waffles and Wagyu steak.

339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

River North wine bar stays true to its essence on Easter with mimosa and bloody mary flights along with juice and milk flights for youngsters.

1460 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

Shawn McClain's veggie-friendly restaurant offers a seasonal brunch menu with treats like caramelized vegetable hash with baked eggs and challah French toast with strawberries and black pepper.

500 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

Brunchers can get their meat fix at this upscale modern steakhouse in Printer's Row, where a three-course prix-fixe built on seasonal produce will be in the spotlight.

3700 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)

Easter brunch at this stylish Boys Town lounge means gazpacho with avocado creme fraiche, poached eggs over Cajun crab cakes and a side of cabaret entertainment by female-impersonating diva Madame X.

3s002 Il Route 53, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (map)

This suburban hall's Easter brunch comes complete with all the necessities: a breakfast station (with cooked-to-order omelets), a salad bar and a chocolate fondue fountain.

1900 E Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173 (map)

The bountiful Easter buffet covers classic breakfast food (make-your-own omelet and waffle stations), along with Alaskan King Crab bites, beef tenderloin and Key Lime pie.

601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062 (map)

Brunchers at this locally focused North Shore star kick off Easter with eggs Benedict, all dressed up with spinach and roasted tomato hollandaise. Then it's on to the expansive brunch and dessert buffets. Save room for the rhubarb crumble!

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

The Easter bunny will make an appearance aboard these fine-dining cruises offering brunch, live music and skyline views. Guests--of age, of course--receive a glass of champagne upon boarding, and there are goodie bags for the kiddies.