Where to go for brunch and other treats this Easter in Tacoma
For some, Easter Sunday is a day for benedicts and bloodies, and there are a few special spots to fulfill those brunch desires this year.
In 2020, we ordered family meals to-go. Last year we ventured back out, but at least one of the most coveted Easter brunch reservations is on an indefinite hiatus: The Lobster Shop, under new ownership as of last December, opens for lunch at noon.
If you require a buffet, head to Gig Harbor to indulge in Table 47’s rendition with $25 bottomless mimosas and bloody marys.
Elsewhere on Ruston Way, Duke’s Seafood will serve brunch for the first of only two annual editions, preceding Mother’s Day.
Prefer an evening outing? Cliff House has a special menu on deck. Just want sweets, or yearning to cook a ham at home? Area bakers and butchers have you covered.
Here’s where to reserve a table on April 17 in and around Tacoma, plus a special event at Southern Kitchen and where to find other special treats.
DUKE’S SEAFOOD
▪ 3327 Ruston Way, 253-752-5444, dukesseafood.com/easter-brunch
▪ 10 a.m.-2 p.m., reservations recommended
▪ Brunch dishes include crab or prawn benedict with rosemary hollandaise ($22-$25), Manila clams in butter and white wine ($17), Brown Family rosé and housemade blueberry scones, plus regular menu and waterfront views
STANLEY & SEAFORT’S
▪ 115 E 34th St., Tacoma, 253-473-7300, stanleyandseaforts.com
▪ 9 a.m.-3 p.m., reservations recommended
▪ Brunch menu features crab cake benedict with housemade hollandaise, a vegetable frittata and brioche French toast with cinnamon vanilla custard and candied pecans
▪ Take-home family dinner serves up to four people, with salad, prime rib, creamed kale, mashed potatoes and a burnt cream custard ($150); add-ons include coconut shrimp and shrimp cocktail ($30)
CLIFF HOUSE TACOMA
▪ 6300 Marine View Drive, Tacoma, 253-927-0400, cliffhousetacoma.com
▪ Noon-6 p.m., reservations recommended (by phone, parties of five or more require $100 deposit)
▪ Starters include shrimp cocktail and clam chowder ($9-$19); mains with seasonal veggies and potatoes feature 14-ounce prime rib, lobster tails in champagne butter, balsamic and honey-glazed ham roast, plus lamb chops with port wine and house ravioli ($39-$69)
Anthony’s at Point Defiance
▪ 5910 N Waterfront Drive, Tacoma, 253-752-9700, anthonys.com
▪ 11 a.m.-8 p.m., reservations recommended (by phone or online)
▪ Brunch specials include a seafood scramble with Oregon bay shrimp and Dungeness crab ($29), biscuits and house gravy ($16), blueberry crepes and homemade coffee cake with cinnamon butter ($4.50)
Anthony’s at Gig Harbor
▪ 8827 N Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, 253-853-6353, anthonys.com
▪ 10 a.m.-8 p.m., reservations recommended (by phone or online)
▪ Specials include eggs benedict, a seafood or smoked salmon scramble with fresh dill, and a New Orleans bowl with potatoes, prawns, fried eggs, sourdough and Mornay
TABLE 47
▪ 5268 Point Fosdick Drive, Gig Harbor, 253-857-4777 or 253.857.7529, t47.com
▪ 11 a.m.-2 p.m., reservations recommended (by phone)
▪ Buffet features poached prawns, salmon benedict, mini quiches, smoked salmon spread and bagels, plus breakfast staples like bacon, scrambled eggs and pastries ($45 adults, $19 kids 12 and younger, under-3 eat free
▪ Bunny appearance promised and Easter egg hunt at Ocean5 starts at 11 a.m.
MCMENAMINS ELKS TEMPLE
▪ 565 Broadway, Tacoma, 253-300-8754, mcmenamins.com
▪ 8 a.m.-10 p.m., reservations recommended (by phone)
▪ Easter specials plus regular brunch menu and cocktails at McMenamins Pub
▪ Also in the building, Spanish Bar and The Old Hangout open at noon, followed by Doc’s Bar and The Vault at 3 p.m.
CHARLIE’S OF PUYALLUP
▪ 113 East Main, Puyallup, 253-845-0588, charliesofpuyallup.com
▪ 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (dining room and lounge), reservations recommended (by phone)
▪ Brunch specials served until 3 p.m.
SWEETS
GIRL LOVES CAKE DESSERTS
▪ Pickup at Paper Luxe, 2053 Mildred St. W, Fircrest, girllovescakedesserts.com
▪ Lakewood-based baker makes the area’s best macarons ($28 per dozen) and canelé ($20 for eight); pre-order online by April 11, pickup 12-2 p.m. on April 16
JOHNSON CANDY CO.
▪ 924 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Tacoma, 253-272-8504, johnsoncandyco.com
▪ Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
▪ Easter baskets ($25.50) include chocolate caramels, a milk chocolate bunny, a toy and other treats; also, boxes of chocolates and other Johnson Candy classics available for pre-order online or by phone
Southern Kitchen - Spring on 6th Ave
▪ 1716 6th Ave., Tacoma, 253-627-4282, southernkitchen-tacoma.com
▪ 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April 16
▪ Have your family photo taken with the Hip-Hop Easter Bunny, while enjoying crafts and lemonade at this Sixth Avenue staple.
▪ In partnership with The Salvation Army and Poppin Notary, the restaurant will also collect clean or new winter coats and hygiene items for any age group. See Instagram for details.
MEATS
BLUE MAX MEATS
▪ 9502 Canyon Rd. E, Puyallup, 253-535-6110, bluemaxmeats.com
▪ 29304 WA-410, Buckley, 360-829-6520
▪ Full-service butcher shop with two stores; Easter hams available for pre-order, $3.99 per pound bone-in and $4.99 per pound boneless
DAVE’S MEAT & PRODUCE
▪ 1312 N I St., Tacoma, 253-280-9999, facebook.com
▪ Meat market with select produce, pantry goods, beer and wine; ham and lamb, plus beef galore
Owen’s Meats
▪ Yacht Club Rd., Ruston, 253-212-1617, owensmeats.com
▪ Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
▪ Order hams by April 12, or choose from a wide array of meats at this butcher inside the Waterfront Market at Point Ruston
This story was originally published April 7, 2022 at 10:28 AM.