Easter is right around the corner, and for individuals who wish to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones, several restaurants and catering companies in the Lehigh Valley region are offering special holiday menus.
Here are some prime spots to score honey-glazed ham, herb-roasted potatoes and other Easter favorites.
Reservations/pre-orders are required or recommended for most featured events.
The Architects Golf Club, 700 Strykers Road, Phillipsburg: Easter brunch buffet, with reservations available beginning at 10 a.m. April 20, featuring assorted bagels, danishes, muffins, rolls, marble rye, omelette station, smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, French toast, home fries, scrambled eggs, sweet dheeze blintzes, homemade Belgian waffle station, Caesar salad, pasta salad, mesclun salad, mozzarella salad, Mediterranean displays, Tuscan chicken and sweet Italian sausage with onions peppers and white wine sauce, pan-roasted tilapia with lemon and white wine sauce, cheese tortellini with lobster sauce, rigatoni vodka with spring peas and imported prosciutto, glazed baby carrots, roasted red potatoes, assorted cakes, mini pastries, pies, chocolate fountain, ice cream bar with assorted toppings, coffee and teas. $54.95; $24.95, ages 4-11; and free, ages 3 and under. 908-213-3080; thearchitects.club/easter.
Barn House Village, 7401 Airport Road, East Allen Township: Easter dinner for curbside pick up, $130 (serving four), includes more than 2.5 pounds of honey-glazed ham slices accompanied by over 6 pounds of sides, including homemade stuffing, red skin mashed potatoes, green beans, buttered corn and dessert choice of lemon or apple crumb pie. Add-ons, including candied sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, hot bacon dressings, chocolate chip cookies and various pies, are also available. Orders should be picked up 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 19. 610-837-1234.
Blue Grillhouse operates at 4431 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem Township.
Blue Grillhouse, 4431 Easton Ave., Bethlehem Township: East brunch buffet, with omelet station, carving station (leg of lamb, honey glazed ham and prime rib), raw bar (oysters and shrimp cocktail), seasonal fruit display, smoked salmon, market green and Caesar salads, scrambled eggs, French toast, smoked bacon, pork sausage, breakfast potatoes, salmon teriyaki, chicken Marsala, pasta tomato cream, herb-roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables and assorted desserts, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 20. $64.95; $33.95, ages 6-12; free, ages 5 and under. 610-691-8400.
Borderline Family Restaurant, 2100 W. Union Blvd., Bethlehem: Easter buffet, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 20, featuring broiled salmon with mango salsa, broiled haddock filet, honey-baked glazed ham, oven-baked chicken, Grecian baked ziti, red skin potatoes, string beans, baby carrots, salad bar, rolls and butter and assorted desserts. $39; $12.95, ages 4-10; free, ages 3 and under. 610-419-3715.
Borderline Family Restaurant operates on West Union Boulevard in Bethlehem.
B-Side, 514 E. Third St., Bethlehem: Easter menu, available for pre-order, includes 6-inch carrot cake ($45), 8-inch strawberry almond cream tart ($45), 8-inch chocolate babka loaf ($35) and one dozen coffee-glazed sour cream doughnut holes ($12). Pre-order by 4 p.m. April 18 online at bsidebottle.com.
The Club at Twin Lakes, 3625 Shankweiler Road, North Whitehall Township: Easter brunch buffet, with seatings from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 20, includes assorted danishes and muffins, fresh fruit, spring vegetable lemon orzo soup, garden salad with balsamic dressing, pasta salad, rolls with whipped butter, smoked salmon station, easy peel shrimp with cocktail sauce and lemon slices, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, breakfast potatoes, French toast bake, waffle bar with assorted toppings, omelet station with seasonal accompaniments, sliced ham with brown sugar pineapple glaze, pasta station with seasonal vegetables and sauces, buttermilk mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, vegetable medley with asparagus, honey-glazed carrots, Jaindl Grand Champion turkey (served with turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, dinner rolls and butter), lamb roast (served with mint jelly and pan-roasted demi), chef's assorted delectable indulgences, Easter-themed candy bar, warm cherry cobbler with vanilla ice cream, warm brownie station with vanilla ice cream and A-Treat vanilla ice cream float. $58; $23, ages 4-12; and free, ages 3 and under. Reservations: Call 610-395-3369 ext. 104 or e-mail tmoyer@theclubattwinlakes.com.
The Club at Twin Lakes operates at 3625 Shankweiler Road in North Whitehall Township.
Curious Goods at the Bake Oven Inn, 7705 Bake Oven Road, Germansville: Three-course Easter dinner, $58 per person plus tax and gratuity, includes first-course options of wild mushroom bisque, Polish Easter soup, red and yellow beet salad, savory smoked salmon cheesecake, jumbo lump crab stuffed piquillo peppers or lamb meatballs; entree options of Easter in Poland (fresh smoked ham, fresh smoked kielbasa, cabbage and noodles, beet horseradish and jarzynowa salad), beef short rib Wellington, roasted salmon, fluke Francaise or herb-crusted rack of lamb; and dessert options of hummingbird cake, raspberry lemon tiramisu, coconut custard pie or malted milk tres leches cake. A vegetarian/vegan menu is available with advance notice. A three-course children's menu, $25, also will be available. Easter dinner seatings are available from noon to 5 p.m. April 20. 610-760-8580.
Curious Goods at the Bake Oven Inn operates on Bake Oven Road in Germansville.
Folino Estate, 340 Old Route 22, Greenwich Township: Easter Sunday brunch buffet, with antipasti station, farmer's market station, arancini, potato and leek soup, spring salad, Estate Caesar salad, chicken al limone with artichokes, walnut-crusted salmon with grapes and red wine glaze, meatballs with pomodoro, carving station (roast leg of lamb with garlic and green pepper demi-glace, roast pork loin with rosemary au jus and roast beef with thyme and balsamic demi-glace), spinach and cheese ravioli in mushroom cream sauce, pesto penne with shrimp and asparagus, wood-fired pizza (margherita, cheese and Luca), garlic and parmesan roasted potatoes, spring pea risotto, lemon butter green beans, butter and brown sugar carrots, brownies with caramel, Italian lemon cake, cannoli, gelato cart, tiramisu, cheesecake with blueberry lavender compote, warm chocolate chip cookies and kids options (chicken tenders, fries, and penne and cheese sauce). $65; $25, ages 4-12; free, ages 3 and under. Reservations include two-hour seating (seatings available 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and an egg hunt (1 and 3 p.m.). 484-452-3633; folinoestate.com.
Folino Estate operates on Old Route 22 in Greenwich Township, Berks County.
Foundation Tavern, 1160 S. Krocks Road, Lower Macungie Township: Easter brunch buffet, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 20, includes fresh fruit, assorted cereals, scrambled eggs, sourdough French toast, house-made hash browns, bacon, sausage, lemon-baked cod over rice pilaf, sliced honey-baked ham, mac and cheese, green beans and assorted desserts (brownies, cookies, cakes and pies). $37; $18, ages 12 and under; free, ages 2 and under. shepherdhillsgolf.com.
Glasbern Inn, 2141 Packhouse Road, Weisenberg Township: Eastern Sunday brunch buffet, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 20, includes omelet station, Jaindl Farms grand champion turkey, prime rib and bone-in ham carving station, breakfast, waffles, lunch entrees, raw bar, shrimp, smoked salmon, salads, desserts and more. $59; $24, ages 5-12. Reservations: 610-285-4723.
Hanoverville Roadhouse operates at 5001 Hanoverville Road in Hanover Township, Northampton County.
Hanoverville Roadhouse, 5001 Hanoverville Road, Hanover Township: Easter brunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 20, includes assorted bagels and danishes, pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs Benedict, fruit salad, mini salad bar, roasted red potatoes, clams, clam chowder, broiled cod, prime rib carving station, black oak ham, steamed mussels, carrot soup, penne primavera, chicken Milano and assorted desserts. $39.95; $22.95, ages 12 and under. 610-837-1122.
The Karlton Cafe, 310 W. Broad St., Quakertown: Easter brunch, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 20, featuring signature pancakes and French toast, omelets, Benedicts and seasonal breakfast and lunch specialties. Prices vary. Hand-crafted lattes and refreshing specialty drinks also will be available. The restaurant is BYOB. 215-538-8353; karltoncafe.com.
The Karlton Cafe operates on West Broad Street in Quakertown.
Kempton Hotel, 9910 Kistler Valley Road: Family-style Easter meal, featuring roast turkey, oven-roasted ham, Pennsylvania Dutch chicken pot pie, scratch-baked dinner rolls, potato filling, green beans, corn, gravy, applesauce and apple crisp, April 20. $23.95; $14.95, ages 12 and under. Reservations: 610-756-6588.
The Melting Pot, 1 E. Broad St., Suite 100, Bethlehem: Easter weekend brunch special, available 1-4 p.m. April 19 and 20, includes three-course meal, featuring first-course options of seasonal fruit plate, caprese salad, watermelon feta salad or any farm fresh salad; second course of "egg-cellent" cheese fondue featuring Alpine Benedict or Egg-cellent Omelet (cheddar cheese, scrambled egg and choice of three toppings); and third course of chocolate fondue featuring blueberry lavender white chocolate, candy bar milk chocolate or Bailey's espresso dark chocolate. $35 per person; $32 for kids under 12. 484-241-4939; meltingpot.com/bethlehem-pa/.
Mueller's General Store & Kitchen, 3205 S. Delaware Drive, Williams Township: Easter dinner, available for pre-order or grab-and-go, featuring honey-glazed spiral ham, cheesy scalloped potatoes, garlic parmesan green beans and a mini pineapple upside down cake. $17.95. Orders should be picked up on Easter Sunday by noon. 610-252-8726.
Mueller's General Store & Kitchen operates on South Delaware Drive in Williams Township.
Palace Restaurant, 3250 Easton Ave., Bethlehem Township: Easter Sunday buffet, $33 for adults and $16 for ages 10 and under, includes soup, salad bar, bread, seafood (broiled salmon with sweet bourbon sauce, broiled crab cakes and beer-battered haddock), carving station (roast leg of lamb, roast beef and honey baked ham), pasta (penne with vodka sauce, cheese ravioli parmigiana and tortellini alfredo), chicken Parmesan, lemon pepper chicken, chicken fingers, candied sweet potatoes, bread filling, red skin mashed potatoes, Spanish rice, sweet corn, stir-fry vegetables, homemade cakes, puddings, apple crisp and hot fudge sundaes. Buffet served 1-6 p.m. April 20. Reservations accepted for parties of five or more. 610-861-0404.
Paragon Catering and Kasey Lynn's at The Loft at Sawmill Golf Course, 5630 Sullivan Trail, Plainfield Township: Easter brunch buffet, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring shrimp gumbo, minestrone, mixed greens and fresh vegetables, pasta salad, Western egg and cheese frittata, Greek frittata (with feta cheese, egg and spinach), French toast souffle, raspberry sauce, cherry and blueberry toppings, whipped cream, fresh baked croissants, cheese tortellini (with olive oil, sundried tomatoes, garlic and basil), smoked glazed ham, chicken Francaise, tender beef tips, sauteed vegetables, roasted red potatoes, rice pilaf, assorted desserts (gourmet cakes, pies, rice pudding, cheesecake and more), coffee, tea, lemonade and ice tea. $27.95; $22.95, ages 60 and older; $15.95, ages 5-12; and free, ages 4 and under. Cash bar available. Reservations: 610-759-6907.
Point Phillips Hotel, 943 Point Phillips Road, Moore Township: Easter catering includes a featured package ($60; serves four) of double-smoked brown sugar- and barbecue spice-glazed boneless ham (2-pound average), Yukon gold smashed potatoes and gravy, barbecue spice-rubbed roasted corn, house salad with choice of ranch or balsamic and dinner rolls. Customers also can craft their own package with a choice of mains (hickory-smoked beef brisket, hickory-smoked pulled pork, smoked brown sugar- and barbecue spice-glazed boneless ham or hickory-smoked baby back ribs), starches (homestyle mac and cheese, smashed potatoes or loaded baked potatoes) and vegetables (herbed vegetable medley, green beans with bacon dressing or barbecue-rubbed roasted corn). Prices vary. Orders should be placed by 8 p.m. April 16 for pick-up between noon and 3 p.m. April 18. Orders will be cold, with reheating instructions. 610-837-1544.
Ringer's Roost, 1801 W. Liberty St., Allentown: Easter to-go dinners, $27 each, featuring ham and turkey, sweet potatoes, potato stuffing, gravy, green beans, mac and cheese, side salad, dinner roll and dessert. Orders should be placed by 6 p.m. April 17 for pick-up between 9 a.m. and noon on April 20. 610-437-4941.
The Shanty on 19th, 613 N. 19th St., Allentown: Easter brunch buffet, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20, featuring creme brulee French toast, waffles, savory sausage and egg casserole, roasted vegetable frittata, ham egg and cheese casserole, Burgundy beef tips in mushroom gravy, apricot-glazed ham, parmesan-crusted cod, roasted Yukon gold potatoes, honey-glazed baby carrots, corn assorted desserts and fruit tray. $26; $13, children; free, under 3. 610-841-0150.
The Shanty on 19th operates on North 19th Street in Allentown.
Slopeside Pub and Grill, 1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Lower Towamensing Township: Easter brunch buffet, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 20, featuring charcuterie and crudite, shrimp cocktail, hummus and babaghanoush with grilled pita bruschetta, smoked salmon display, made-to-order omelette station, carving station (honey glazed ham with applesauce and Dijon), bread display (bagels, assorted breads, coffee cake, chocolate croissants and danishes), bacon, sausage, home fries, scrambled eggs, cavatappi alfredo, chicken Marsala, salmon with lemon beurre blanc, house salad with balsamic and ranch, fruit salad and assorted desserts (carrot cake, chocolate chip cookies, macarons, petite cheesecake and more). $49.99; $19.99, kids. Easter lunch buffet, 2-4:30 p.m. April 20, featuring charcuterie and crudite, shrimp cocktail, hummus and babaghanoush with grilled pita, bruschetta, pasta station, carving station (prime rib with horseradish sauce and au jus), salad bar, asparagus with brown butter and parmesan cheese, wild rice pilaf, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, chicken Marsala, salmon with lemon beurre blanc, rolls with whipped butter and honey butter, house salad with balsamic, Caesar salad and assorted desserts. $49.99, adults; $19.99, kids. Brunch and lunch events will be held in the scenic Vista and Alpine ballrooms. Reservations: 610-824-1557.
Springtown Inn operates on Route 212 in Springfield Township, Bucks County.
Springtown Inn, 3258 Route 212, Springfield Township: Easter buffet, featuring specialty cured meats, assorted cheeses, olives, bruschetta, hummus, parmesan pita triangles, fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper, spring salad mix, creamed cabbage, artisan breads, house-made muffins, fresh fruit, savory turkey breast with sides of gravy and applesauce, poached salmon with dill sour cream, ham with pineapple and brown sugar, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, fresh vegetable medley, penne vodka, rice pudding, strawberry shortcake, chocolate cake and mixed berry cobbler. $38.95; $9.95, children. 610-346-7262.
Starlite Diner, 233 North Route 100, Upper Macungie Township: Easter specials include London broil with stuffed shrimp, surf and turf (New York strip 8-ounce, crab cake and broiled shrimp), black diamond steak with tilapia, grilled ham steak with broiled shrimp, grilled chicken and spinach pie combo, chicken Oscar with asparagus, pot roast with mashed potatoes and roast lamb over mashed potatoes or filling. All dinner entrees include fresh dinner rolls, soup and salad bar and one side. Prices vary. 610-395-4031.
TK’s Bar & Grill, 2500 N. Delaware Drive, Upper Mount Bethel Township: Easter buffet, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. April 20, includes roast beef, baked ham, roasted chicken, stuffed flounder, tortellini alfredo, baked ziti, mac and cheese, corn, mashed potatoes, salad bar and assorted desserts $29.99. 570-897-6112.
TK's Bar & Grill operates on North Delaware Drive in Upper Mount Bethel Township.
Valley Family Restaurant, 2816 Easton Ave., Bethlehem Township: All-you-can-eat Easter dinner, featuring oven-roasted turkey, roast beef, baked ham with pineapple sauce, broccoli, corn, candied sweet potatoes, green bean almondine, mashed potatoes, baked potato, homemade stuffing, soup, salad bar and complimentary dessert. $24.99; $11.99, ages 6-12; free, ages 5 and under. Reservations: 610-865-7822.
The View at Morgan Hill, Williams Township: Easter brunch buffet includes fresh fruit and berry platter, assorted danishes, muffins, crumb cake, applewood smoked bacon and sausage links, potatoes O'Brian, scrambled eggs, pearl sugar Belgian waffles, smoked salmon and deviled egg platter, Caesar salad, spring lettuce house salad, carving station (honey and whole grain mustard glazed ham), roasted sliced leg of lamb, baked salmon almondine, grilled chicken, fresh baked macaroni and cheese, herb roasted red potatoes, spring vegetable primavera medley and assorted mini desserts. Seatings on April 20 include 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. $55; $25, ages 4-11. Reservations: 610-923-8480, ext. 25; theviewatmorganhill.com.
The View at Morgan Hill operates in Williams Township.
Westside Grill, 621 Grange Road, Upper Macungie Township: Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 20, featuring omelette station, carving station, breakfast and lunch entrees, shrimp, smoked salmon, desserts and more. $54.99 per adult; $24, ages 6-12; free, ages 5 and under. Reservations: westsidegrillpa.com.
Woodstone Country Club, 3777 Dogwood Road, Danielsville: Easter brunch includes omelette station, Belgian waffles with fresh toppings, scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, country sausage links, breakfast potatoes, chicken noodle soup, cream of mushroom soup, garden salad, Caesar salad, U-peel shrimp, chef's signature smoked fish display, carving station (carved beef tenderloin, black oak ham with pineapple chutney and demi and horsey sauce), seared chicken with tomato basil mozzarella bruschetta, honey garlic glazed chicken, parmesan crusted cod, rosa Florentine tri-color tortellini, vegetable medley, assorted mini desserts, peach and blueberry cobbler, soft ice cream and chocolate fountain with assorted toppings. Reservations are available 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20. $52.95; $19.95, ages 4-12; free, ages 3 and under. 610-760-2777.
This list will be updated in the weeks leading up to Easter. If you are a restaurant operator and would like your business’ Easter features included in the round-up, please e-mail menu details to ryan.kneller@wfmz.com.
