Amidst the striking panoramic views, constant idyllic climate, and cutting-edge food scene, it’s no surprise that brunch here in San Francisco is a particularly coveted weekly institution. Pair that with the Easter holiday, and you’ve got a legion of diverse restaurants prepared to serve up both delectable dishes and views fit for this sunny spring festivity.
Here are the best restaurants all around San Francisco from Union Square to Ocean Beach for an impressive Easter Brunch experience. Just make sure to make reservations ahead of time at these popular and picturesque venues!
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700 Polk St / Website
Son & Garden is San Francisco’s rendition of Menlo Park and Jack London Square’s notoriously Instagrammable Farmhouse Kitchen Thai, and it is just as lavish and delicious. Invite a group over and pose among vibrantly elegant foliage while enjoying the equally aesthetic matcha mochi pancakes, Dungeness crab omelet, or their Liquid Brunch menu with cotton candy-topped cocktails.
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2 Montgomery St / Website
Another highly Instagrammable location in both atmosphere and food is the awe-inspiring open air atrium. Appreciate the room’s opulent filigree and decor while enjoying their Continental Breakfast or Palace Omelet with one of their signature teas. This grand place is sure to impress for Easter Brunch.
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563 Ruger St / Website
For a brunch outside of the bustling shopping district, the scenic patio at this social club perfectly delivers on both the plenty of bucolic sunshine, and divine food. Their must-tries are the Sonoma Lamb Merguez Sausage with sautéed greens & a fried Sunshine egg, Deviled Eggs & Caviar with kewpie & furikake, and Hand Sliced Gingrass Smoked Sea Trout with crème fraîche. Pair with a cocktail for the most lavish morning.
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652 Polk Street/ Website
What’s more comforting than soul food on Easter Sunday? Brenda’s cafe near Hayes Valley nourishes with classic and enriching Butter Pecan French Toast, Andouille Sausage & Cheddar Omelette, and of course their decadent beignets. If only every morning could start this way, especially with their energizing Grandma’s Molasses-Black Walnut Iced Coffee with Whipped Cream.
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4001 Judah St / Website
Hopping across the 7x7 to Outer Sunset, Outerlands’ brunch returns triumphantly with their essential Dutch baby pancake topped with stone fruit and chantilly cream. Another strong contender is the Smoked Trout Frittata. Make sure to book in advance to snag a cozy seat at this snug seaside escape.
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3583 16th St / Website
Our pick in the Castro District goes to this sunny restaurant delivering fresh and cultural California comfort food. Their buttermilk fried chicken & waffles are a worthy choice, but their challah French toast with mascarpone & pistachio, and housemade Starbelly Bacon pizza are just as satisfying. They also have a diverse selection of creative cocktails, like their Strawberry Alarm Clock.
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941 Cole St / Website
No brunch list is complete without mentioning the Brunch District’s own Zazie in Cole Valley below Haight. Highly acclaimed for their expansive menu and friendly service, this intimate venue has become a landmark with long waiting lists for their egg benedicts, ​Mayan Mochas, and Miracle Pancakes with lemon curd and strawberries. Try to reserve a back patio seat as well!
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335 Powell St / Website
For a more traditional and formal option, The Oak Room Restaurant inside The Westin St. Francis is a classic Brunch option, and for good reason! Introduced by Executive Chef Bernd Liebergesell, every year this gorgeous venue within the luxurious Union Square goes all out for Easter with an elevated buffet that includes a full seafood station and a carving station with rosemary garlic leg of lamb and harissa-spiced New York Strip.
Make sure to see each restaurant's opening brunch times and plan ahead to reserve your perfect seat this Easter Sunday!
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