There are a lot of perks that come with having a resident foodie at ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½, and knowing where to eat on special occasions is one of them.
If you’re planning to dine out for brunch this Easter, ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ food contributor shares her favorite restaurants to toast to the springtime holiday.
3050 K St. NW
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý202-628-0065 This Mediterranean/seafood-focused restaurant on the Georgetown waterfront is the perfect place to spend a spring afternoon. The includes bellinis, oysters on the half shell, lemon ricotta pancakes and more. (Thinkstock)
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1731 New Hampshire Ave. NW
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý202-787-1500 Michael Schlow’s classic and cozy restaurant has a $39 for Easter brunch that includes a first course and an entree — plus, half-off bottles of sparkling wine.  (²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania)
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1734 N St. NW
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý202-524-5202 This old stable-turned-restaurant is serving everything from slow-roasted spring lamb to traditional Easter bread. There are three different menu options to choose from, including one that’s $55 per person, one that’s $40 per person and an a la carte menu. (²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania)
²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania
2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Reservations: 202-944-2026
Whether you’re craving apricot and almond Dutch baby pancakes or a Wagyu petite filet, Bourbon Steak at the Four Seasons has you covered. Check out the restaurant’s for more mouthwatering options. (Scott Suchman/Bourbon Steak)
Scott Suchman/Bourbon Steak
818 Connecticut Ave., NW
Reservations: 202-331-8118
Vegans, rejoice. Easter Sunday brunch at Equinox is all vegan fare that even meat-eaters will enjoy. There are banana flapjacks with Hawaiian pineapple compote and maple syrup; and roasted parsnip, potato and apple soup — plus plenty more sweet and savory options. (²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania)
²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý703-270-1500 Maine lobster salad, morel risotto and grilled lamb loin are on the at 2941. (²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania) (²ÝÝ®´«Ã½/Rachel Nania)
2201 14th St. NW
Reservations: 202-234-5000 The $35 prix fixe Easter brunch menu at Kapnos includes dishes such as baklava French toast, spit chicken and waffles, a breakfast gyro and more. The 14th Street restaurant will also have its a la carte menu available. (Courtesy Kapnos Facebook)
Courtesy Kapnos Facebook
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý540-822-9017 This true farm-to-table restaurant is serving Easter brunch family-style, with seatings at 12/12:30 p.m. and 3/3:30 p.m. (Courtesy Kapnos Facebook)
1201 24th St. NW
¸é±ð²õ±ð°ù±¹²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô²õ:Ìý202-419-6755 Diners will find Nutella-stuffed French toast, Maine lobster Benedict, herb-roasted leg of lamb and oven-roasted ribeye at . (Photo Courtesy Park Hyatt Washington)
Photo Courtesy Park Hyatt Washington