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Where to make reservations for Easter brunch

 
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Published March 16, 2018

Rusty Pelican: Champagne brunch with lamb carving station, omelette station, seafood, array of traditional breakfast and brunch specialties, desserts like bananas Foster, plus a bloody Mary and mimosa bar; enjoy the live music and photo booth, while kids decorate an Easter basket. $65 adults, $35 for children ages 5-10; plus tax and gratuity. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 1, Rusty Pelican, 2425 N Rocky Point Drive, Tampa. (813) 281-1943.

Fleming's Steakhouse: Don your Sunday best for brunch of three courses from appetizer to dessert; menu includes choices like lobster bisque, burrata salad with prosciutto, signature eggs Benedict with sliced filet mignon, California style steak and eggs, creme brulee, fresh berries and Chantilly cream. Kids menu, also three courses, includes choices like steak and fries, cheddar cheese omelette, ice cream sundaes. $47 for three courses; $16 kids menu. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 1, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse, 4322 W Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa. (813) 874-9463. flemingssteakhouse.com.

FarmTable Cucina: Feast on an "egg-stravagant" buffet with breakfast classics like vanilla pecan pancakes, carving station of herb roasted leg of lamb, honey smoked pork loin, artisan cheeses and salumi, plus seafood, omelets prepared to order, salads, then satisfy your sweet tooth craving with a "candy" bar and dessert. $49; add $19 for bottomless mimosas or rose wine; additional cost for bloody Mary bar. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 1, FarmTable Cucina at Locale Market, 183 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg. (727) 523-6297. farmtablecucina.com.

400 Beach Seafood and Tap House: Buffet with pastries to pastas, omelettes made to order, glazed ham, miso salmon and other seafood options, chicken, carved leg of lamb and roast beef. Follow it up with sweets, treats, and of course, Peeps. Wine, beers, cocktails for purchase, valet parking. $34.95, $12.95 children. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1, 400 Beach Seafood and Tap House, 400 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg. (727) 896-2400. 400beachseafood.com.

Jackson's Bistro: Brunch buffet with breakfast items, hand-rolled sushi, raw oysters, omelette station, beef tenderloin carving station, tempting desserts and a chocolate fountain. $31, $12 kids ages 4-10. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 1, Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi, 601 S Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa. (813) 277-0112. jacksonsbistro.com.

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa: Get a "welcome mimosa" as kids meet the Easter Bunny and receive Easter candy gift, with live music, non-alcoholic beverages included, and wine and cocktails available for purchase. $44.95, $14.95 children 10 and younger, plus tax and gratuity. Children younger than 2 free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 1, Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, 105 N Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor. (727) 724-7725, ext. 7100.

Sirata Beach Resort: The Sirata offers an Easter filled with poolside activities including an Easter Bunny photoshoot, egg hunt and live music. Move into the grand ballroom for a seven station Easter buffet that includes eggs Benedict to Belgian waffles, ham with spiced rum pineapple glaze, salmon with citrus chipotle BBQ glaze, prime rib with horseradish sauce, seafood selections, and desserts, with a cash bar. $47.95, $42.95 seniors, $19.95 ages 12 and younger. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 1, Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. (727) 363-5137. sirata.com.

Bob Heilman's Beachcomber: Start with appetizers from shrimp cocktail with bloody Mary sauce to beef tenderloin bruschetta, plus salads and other starters like shrimp and lobster bisque; entrees include roast leg of lamb, prime rib, char-broiled filet mignon and black grouper with compound butter. Decadent desserts baked on premises include Belgian dark chocolate mousse cake, signature coconut cream pie and key lime pie; pair dinner with a choice from the extensive Wine Spectator award-winning inventory of wines, or a hand crafted cocktail. The special table d' hote menu is served starting 11:30 a.m. for lunch, and beginning at 3:30 p.m. for dinner service. Menu prices vary; entree prices start at $20 and up. $14 children age 12 and younger. 11:30 a.m. April 1, Bob Heilman's Beachcomber, 447 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater. (727) 442-4144. heilmansbeachcomber.com.

Mattison's Forty-One: Selection of specialty salads, from caprese to Tuscan and tortellini, hot buffet selections include carved prime rib and ham, brown sugar bacon, biscuits and sausage gravy, bananas Foster crepes, and seafood items that include smoked salmon. Featured is a 20-foot-long spread of baked treats, desserts like chocolate mousse, key lime tarts, creme brulee, and cream puff swans. Brunch buffet offered 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1. $39.95, plus tax and gratuity. Easter Dinner buffet from 4-7:30 p.m. is $45.95 adults, plus tax and gratuity, and adds to the above menu with items like shrimp cocktail, champagne and brie mac n cheese. Mattison's Forty-One, 7275 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. (941) 921-3400. mattisons.com.