Spring has sprung and Easter Sunday is almost here. We’re sure that you’re ready to end those grueling 40 days of Lent and celebrate with eggs benedict and mimosas. If you’re planning on having an over-indulgent brunch in Jersey City or the surrounding area, then we’ve got you covered.
Our team at New Jersey State Auto Used Cars has compiled the ultimate list of great venues for your Easter brunch. There are a variety of wonderful restaurants with extensive menus so that everyone can enjoy a delicious Sunday meal. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket; check out five of the best Easter brunches in Jersey City.
Amelia’s Bistro
Amelia’s Bistro, located in Jersey City’s Historic Paulus Hook section, is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious Easter brunch. This restaurant offers a variety of New American dishes that the chefs make to order and are superb for any time of day. It’s an easy walk to the train station, PATH train, and ferry. Amelia’s warm and friendly atmosphere makes this restaurant one of the best brunch locations in Jersey City.
With delicious food and a warm ambiance, you’ll want to bring the whole family. Highlights from the brunch menu include the Caramel Crunch Brioche French Toast, crusted in cornflakes with bananas and caramel rum sauce, and the Gaucho Eggs, with grilled chorizo, manchego, and a smoked paprika hollandaise sauce. You won’t go thirsty either with specialty Brunch-tails, such as the Pomegranate Dark & Stormy or Amelia’s Punch. Amelia’s Bistro is the ultimate brunch destination this Easter.
The Franklin
Looking for the best Easter brunch in Jersey City Heights? Look no further than The Franklin. Known for his innovative and creative cuisine, head chef Jaime Ramirez’s brunch menu is no exception. Treat yourself this Easter Sunday to delectable Italian fine dining. The Franklin’s warm yet chic environment makes it the ultimate destination for a classy celebration with your family. Chef Ramirez prides his establishment on creating beautifully made dishes and providing excellent service.
You’ll love The Franklin’s signature dishes, such as the huevos rancheros and the goat-cheese salad. Brunch favorites also include the wild mushroom omelette, made with seasonal mushrooms, and The Franklin Burger, with chorizo and fresh burrata. Best of all, The Franklin operates a bring-your-own-bottle policy — so you can bring your favorite bottle of champagne to brunch. It even offers orange juice carafes so that you can make your own mimosas. For a classy, laid-back brunch, head to The Franklin for an Easter to remember.
The Brass Rail
If you’re searching for a new place to eat this Easter Sunday, we highly recommend checking out The Brass Rail. Known as one of the city’s finest upscale dining establishments, and located in Hoboken’s historic district, this restaurant is only a short trip from Jersey City.
The Brass Rail features two areas: the bistro area and the raw bar. The bistro area includes an extensive bar that’s full of some of the best spirits and wines. If you’re feeling hungry for seafood, then definitely head over to the raw bar. It offers some of the area’s finest seafood options. The restaurant was originally established in the 1900s as an elegant dining establishment, but today it offers a variety of New American dishes along with its wine program, which is exclusive to this restaurant.
The kitchen creates flavorful dishes utilizing different techniques and uses only fresh seasonal ingredients. We highly recommend trying one of the signature dishes, such as seared salmon or BR eggs benedict — they’re absolutely delicious. The brunch menu is set at $28 per person and includes two courses plus a cocktail — you’ll definitely want to make reservations.
Buddy’s JC
Easter brunch at Buddy’s JC is the ultimate comfort food experience. This laid-back burger bar has everything you could ever want, and more. Best of all, Buddy’s JC serves its brunch menu all day long, so if you want to sleep in this Easter, you won’t miss a thing. Buddy’s JC also offers a full bar with specialty brunch cocktails, such as the Trade Secrets, made with vodka, espresso, and chocolate. We love the classic drinks as well, such as the Bloody Mary and Espresso Martini.
Buddy’s JC will be serving its normal menu for brunch this Easter. Don’t worry though — the menu is full of exciting creations. Buddy’s JC stuffs its famous cereal pancakes with your favorite cereals, such as Fruity Pebbles, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and others And of course, let’s not forget the savory options from the burger bar, such as The Hangover Burger, a coffee-rubbed patty with bacon, bleu cheese, and a jalapeño honey aioli on a toasted English muffin. You’ll leave Buddy’s JC this Easter stuffed to the brim with off-beat comfort foods.
Amanda’s
Head out to Hoboken this Easter for Amanda’s restaurant, which is located in a 19th-century brownstone building. This enchanting American restaurant has been serving North New Jersey with distinctive cuisine and friendly service for over 30 years. The trompe l’oeil décor provides a classical ambiance that’s ideal for Easter brunch. If you want to bring your furry friend along for all the Easter fun, Amanda’s offers an outdoor space that’s dog friendly.
Amanda’s brunch menu features a variety of New American dishes with an Argentine twist. The mouth-watering Belgian waffle with bananas comes with dulce de leche, whipped creams, and walnuts. Another must-try is the Eggs Bella Vista, with Argentinian sausage and Amanda’s special breakfast potatoes. You can order classic brunch drinks, such as a mimosa or a screwdriver. In addition, there are live music performances that’ll add a festive vibe to your Easter dining experience.
We’ve just listed New Jersey State Auto’s favorite Easter brunches. How did you enjoy our list? If we missed any of your favorite Easter brunch spots, contact us and let us know. Our dedicated team would love to add more local favorites. We can also help you trade in your vehicle if you want to treat yourself this Easter with something that won’t fit into a basket. Well, hop to it. Make your reservations now so you don’t miss out on a delicious feast with family and friends.