Easter is a time for family, celebration, and of course, a fantastic meal. If you’re looking for a festive dinner out on the town, plenty of local restaurants are offering special Easter menus to make your holiday meal delicious. From classic roast lamb and pan seared scallops to seasonal spring dishes and decadent desserts, there’s a perfect spot for every taste and tradition.
Alexandria
Vola’s Dockside Grill
Vola’s offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Potomac River and unforgettable Easter Sunday specials like shakshuka for $23, made with roasted tomatoes, bell peppers, poached eggs and garlic crostini. It also offers surf and turf for $59, featuring a grilled New York strip, Maine lobster tail, roasted root vegetables, mashed potatoes, and béarnaise butter. Indulge in carrot cake for $10, finished with pecan-vanilla frosting and whipped cream. 101 N. Union St., Alexandria
BARCA Pier & Wine Bar
Enjoy festive dishes like the jamon serrano pintxos for $16, made with shaved jamon serrano, fig jam, arugula, manchego, Pedro Ximénez vinegar, and Arbequina olive oil. Or go for the lamb matbucha for $21, featuring slow-roasted lamb, tomato, garlic, onion, feta cheese, and spices, served with warm pita. 2 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria
The Majestic
Join The Majestic for a special Easter Sunday menu in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. This year’s holiday specials include the braised lamb shank osso buco for $39, served with saffron risotto, garlic spinach, mint gremolata and a rich lamb reduction. Finish on a sweet note with the Grand Marnier strawberry mousse for $12, topped with brown butter crumble, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. 911 King St., Alexandria
Arlington
Ambar Clarendon
For Easter dinner, Ambar will offer a special unlimited dinner menu. It includes specials like shrimp buzara, lamb flatbread, zucchini fritters, and a walnut ice cream dish for dessert. Dinner will be served from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., for a flat rate of $59.99, not including cocktails. 2901 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Sfoglina
Go Italian this Easter: Impressive specials are available Easter weekend at all three Sfoglina locations. Delight in carefully selected offerings like cavatelli primavera, roasted rack of lamb and torta di ciliegie. The full menu is also available, with popular options to satisfy every palate. 1100 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Clifton
Trummer’s American Bistro
The award-winning American restaurant presents a seasonally inspired three-course Easter dinner that’s sure to delight. Diners can choose from five appetizers, five entrées, and three indulgent desserts. Tempting starters include roasted carrot soup, grilled Caesar salad, and rockfish tartare, while main course options feature pan-seared scallops, sweet potato gnocchi and roasted leg of lamb. 7134 Main St., Clifton, $79 per person
Fairfax
Draper’s Steak & Seafood
Draper’s will offer a specially curated menu for the holiday. Indulge in tuna tartare ($18), Chilean sea bass ($45), grilled pork chop ($34), and a sweet finish of strawberry shortcake ($14). These exclusive Easter dishes will be available on both Saturday and Sunday of Easter weekend. 3936 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax
Falls Church
2941
Visit 2941 on Easter Sunday for a three course, prix fixe meal for $110 per guest. Open 11 a.m. until 8 p.m., guests can enjoy mouthwatering choices like jumbo lump crab salad, halibut, lamb, lobster, and chicken. Decadent desserts like lemon berry cheesecake will round out the memorable meal. 2941 Fairview Park Dr., Falls Church
Great Falls
L’Auberge Chez Francois
Make Easter unforgettable with a visit to this renowned dining destination for an unforgettable brunch. Savor dishes like Carré d’Agneau, Papa’s Bouillabaisse, le Sautée Gourmandise Papa Ernest, and the bucket-list selection of Chateaubriand de L’Auberge for two. Bonus: an array of warm, airy soufflés provides a delightful finish to the meal. Guests choose between a prix fixe or à la carte menu. Seating times are 11:30 a.m., 3 p.m., and 6 p.m. 332 Springvale Rd., Great Falls, $130–$150 for adults, $75 for children under 12
Vienna
Roberto’s Ristorante Italiano
Celebrate Easter at Roberto’s with a decadent three-course dinner menu. Sumptuous fare includes roasted branzino, mushroom-stuffed lamb rack, and black ink tortellini stuffed with peas, mascarpone cheese, and lobster sauce. A choice of tempting desserts rounds out an unforgettable meal. 144 Church St. NW, Vienna, $67 for adults, $35 for kids 12 and under
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