Where to Eat for Easter in Franklin, TN (Plus Nashville & Brentwood): Brunch, Dinner & Takeout
Easter Brunch Franklin TN, Restaurants Open on Easter Sunday, & Holiday Dining in Nashville and Brentwood
Easter Sunday is a popular time to gather for brunch, enjoy a special meal at a restaurant, or host family and friends at home. Across Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, and surrounding Williamson County communities, restaurants are offering a range of Easter options for 2026, from brunch buffets and chef specials to family-style dinners and take-home meals.
This guide highlights places open on Easter Sunday as well as restaurants offering special menus and catering options. Whether planning a traditional brunch, a holiday dinner, or an afternoon outing with food and drinks, there are lots of great ways to celebrate Easter around Middle Tennessee.
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Restaurants Open on Easter Sunday in Nashville, Franklin, and Brentwood, TN
Many restaurants across Nashville, Franklin, and Brentwood will be open on Easter Sunday with special menus, extended hours, and holiday brunch service. Options range from casual brunch spots and family-friendly buffets to chef-driven dining experiences and seasonal features. Whether planning an early brunch, a midday meal, or dinner later in the day, there are several places offering a way to dine out for the holiday.
Amerigo
Amerigo in Nashville will serve Easter brunch from 11 am to 2 pm. The menu includes popular dishes such as eggs Benedict, hot chicken & waffles, and strawberry tiramisu French toast, along with brunch cocktails like mimosas, Bloody Marys, bellinis, and white Russians. Reservations are strongly encouraged as seating is expected to fill quickly. Make a reservation here.
Arrington Vineyards
Arrington Vineyards will be open on Easter Sunday and will host live music from 2 pm to 6 pm. Guests can enjoy Jazz on the Hillside with 9 Volt Romeo and Bluegrass at the Barn with Rischecraft. Food will be available from Simply Living Life and The Derby Desserts & Coffee, making it an easy option for those looking to spend part of Easter outdoors with wine, music, and scenic views.
Butcher & Bee
Butcher & Bee in Nashville will host a special Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 5th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Guests can choose from an Easter-only brunch menu or opt for a three-course experience, which begins with shared dips and deviled eggs, followed by an entrée selection and a variety of desserts to share. The celebration also includes a patio Easter egg hunt and a kid-friendly menu. Reservations can be made here.
Char
Char Nashville will offer Easter brunch from open until 2 pm. Guests can enjoy Southern-inspired dishes such as steak & eggs, French toast stack, and the southern Benedict, while a live jazz trio provides music throughout the brunch service. Reservations are recommended.
Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout at McEwen Northside in Franklin will offer Easter features for the holiday, including a blue crab quiche florentine made with aged Gouda, asparagus, leafy greens, avocado, and roasted tomato relish. Seasonal cocktails will also be available, including the Birdie Juice, made with vodka, desert prickly pear, lemon, and High Noon peach iced tea, and the Peep Show, a sparkling drink with guava and pineapple topped with an Easter chick garnish. Book here.
Del Frisco’s Grille
Del Frisco’s Grille in Brentwood will offer Easter chef features from April 3rd through April 5th, highlighting seasonal flavors. The featured dish is a pistachio-crusted lamb, a tender petite rack served with crispy Yukon potatoes, jus, mint, and English peas. A limited brunch menu will also be available throughout Easter weekend, giving guests additional options for holiday dining. Reservations are recommended.
etch Franklin
Located in The Factory at Franklin, etch will be open from 11 am to 8 pm on Easter Sunday, serving both brunch and dinner. Guests dining at the bar can also take advantage of Happy Hour specials from 2 to 5 pm. Reservations are recommended for holiday dining.
Germantown Café
Located in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood, Germantown Café is a longtime brunch destination. For Easter, guests can expect classic brunch dishes, festive cocktails, and a cozy dining room that suits a relaxed holiday morning with friends or family. Reserve here.
The Harpeth Hotel
The Harpeth Hotel in downtown Franklin will host a special Easter brunch buffet on Sunday, April 5, in the Riverside Ballroom with two seatings at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. The buffet will include breakfast favorites like pastries, scrambled eggs, bacon, hash brown casserole, and biscuits and gravy, along with lunch selections such as a spring salad bar, slow-roasted prime rib, roasted salmon, vegetables, and mashed potatoes. A kid’s buffet and a selection of desserts will also be available. Coffee, juices, and soft drinks are included, and a cash bar will offer mimosas, Bloody Marys, beer, and wine. Get tickets here.
Karrington Rowe
Karrington Rowe
Karrington Rowe in Brentwood offers a relaxed neighborhood setting for Easter brunch, where guests can gather over classic brunch dishes and seasonal cocktails. The welcoming dining room and comfortable atmosphere make it an easy place to spend time with family during the holiday weekend. Reserve your table here.
Maíz de la Vida
Nashville’s Maíz de la Vida will host a Primavera Brunch on Easter Sunday, April 5th, from 11 am to 3 pm. For one day only, Chef Julio will bring back guest favorites such as masa pancakes, horchata French toast, and huevos rancheros, along with a selection of spring cocktails. The special brunch offers a chance to get together with friends and family while enjoying bold, seasonal flavors. Reservations are available here.
Mere Bulles
Mere Bulles in Brentwood will host a special Easter brunch on Sunday, April 5, from 8:30 am to 4 pm. The restaurant’s enhanced all-you-can-eat buffet will feature seasonal favorites and chef-prepared dishes designed for a holiday gathering. Families can also expect visits from the Easter Bunny, making it a festive option for those celebrating with children. Reservations are recommended for the popular holiday brunch. Make a reservation here.
Miel
At Miel in Nashville, Easter brunch will feature a menu that blends sweet and savory options. Starters include hot cross buns, potted salmon rillette, and drop biscuits with duck sausage gravy. Entrées range from crab Benedict on brioche and shrimp ’n’ grits with Calabrian chili cream to “chicken-fried” duck with Madeira maple syrup and trout almondine. Dessert options include Pavlova and chocolate éclairs. Reservations for parties of up to six can be made here. Larger parties should call the restaurant to reserve.
Park Cafe
Located in Sylvan Park, Park Cafe provides a welcoming setting for Easter brunch with American favorites and seasonal dishes. Its neighborhood atmosphere and comfortable dining room make it a convenient option for a relaxed holiday meal. Reservations can be made here.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille in Franklin will open early at 11 am on Easter Sunday, with dining available until 9 pm. Guests can enjoy Perry’s sliced, double-smoked, triple-glazed ham special, served as an individual Easter ham meal with a choice of Perry’s pear salad or carrot ginger soup, along with whipped potatoes and green bean almondine. A kid’s Easter ham meal will also be available, and guests may add an individual serving of white chocolate cheesecake. Brunch cocktails will be offered from 11 am to 4 pm, followed by Sunday supper service from 4 pm to 9 pm. Reserve your spot here.
Southall Farm & Inn
Southall Farm & Inn will host Easter brunch on Sunday, April 5th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the resort’s Event Center. The gathering will include live music, open-air field games, egg hunts across the farm, a live bunny petting area, and photos with the Easter Bunny. The brunch buffet will feature seasonal dishes such as a pastry platter with croissants and coffee cake, deviled eggs, gravlax with cream cheese, chef-attended eggs made to order, carving stations with leg of lamb and prime beef striploin, shrimp and grits, and a variety of sides and desserts, including macarons, lemon meringue tartlets, and carrot cake. Book here.
Sperry’s Restaurant
Sperry’s is now accepting reservations for Easter Sunday and will open early at its Belle Meade in Nashville and Cool Springs in Franklin locations. The Cool Springs location will offer a special Easter brunch from 9 am to 3 pm, followed by dinner service from 3 pm to 9 pm. Brunch dishes will include favorites such as fluffy brioche French toast and savory eggs Benedict, offering a classic start to the holiday. Reserve here.
Tailor
For a different kind of Easter meal, Nashville’s Tailor will host a special lunch service from 12 to 2 pm. Chef and owner Vivek Surti will present a five-course tasting menu that reflects his personal approach to Indian cuisine. The intimate dining experience focuses on storytelling through each course. Make a reservation here.
Zaytinya Nashville
Zaytinya Nashville has introduced a new weekend brunch menu just in time for spring and Easter. Inspired by the flavors of Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon, the menu is designed for sharing and features mezze-style dishes alongside brunch favorites with a Mediterranean twist. Standout dishes include the Zaytinya Benedict with smoked salmon and olive oil hollandaise, Menemen (Turkish-style scrambled eggs with tomato and feta), and Cilbir with roasted garlic yogurt and harissa chili crisp. Zaytinya will be open from 10 am to 10 pm on Easter Sunday, serving its full brunch menu. The restaurant will also offer the same menu for Greek Easter. Reservations can be made here.
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Easter Catering and Take-Home Meals
For those planning to celebrate Easter at home, several local restaurants and catering companies offer prepared meals and holiday packages. These options range from full brunch spreads and traditional ham dinners to barbecue and sides that can feed a crowd. Ordering ahead allows hosts to spend more time with guests while still serving a delicious meal.
Chef’s Market
Chef’s Market in Goodlettsville offers several Easter catering options designed for gatherings at home. Highlights from the spring menu include the Spring Fling Brunch, which serves 4–6 people and includes a spring vegetable tart, sausage links, blueberry scones, punch, and fresh fruit, as well as the Ham I Am, a larger meal serving 10–12 with a tangerine basil glazed spiral ham, deviled eggs, sides, dinner rolls, and cake. A variety of desserts are also available, including the festive Robin’s Egg Citrus Cake.
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, with locations in Nashville as well as Nolensville and Spring Hill, is offering Easter take-home meals designed for easy hosting at home. The menu features holiday favorites like smoked ham, deviled eggs, and hash brown casserole, along with family-style packages that serve groups of various sizes. All meals are prepared in advance and come with simple warming instructions. Orders are available for pickup April 3rd through 5th during regular hours, and should be placed ahead of time. A portion of the proceeds from each Easter package will support the Southern Smoke Foundation, which provides financial assistance to food and beverage workers facing unexpected hardships.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Perry’s in Franklin will also offer family-style Easter meals to-go throughout the holiday weekend. The Family Easter Meal for four includes double-smoked, triple-glazed ham, a choice of soup or salad, whipped potatoes, and green bean almondine, with the option to add a family-style white chocolate cheesecake for four. To-go meals are available with heat-and-eat pickup on Saturday, April 4th, or hot, ready-to-eat pickup on Easter Sunday, April 5th. Preorders can be placed online through April 5.
Puckett’s Restaurant
Puckett’s offers Easter catering for groups of 12 or more with options including pickup, drop-off delivery, buffet setups, or full-service catering. Menu choices include breakfast spreads, boxed lunches, mac ’n cheese bars, and slow-smoked BBQ pork and brisket. For smaller gatherings, Puckett’s To Go Packs serve 4–6 people and include two pounds of meat, two quart-sized sides, Cajun corncakes, sauces, and utensils. Orders should be placed in advance due to Easter holiday closures.
SusieCakes
SusieCakes in Nashville is offering a special Easter dessert menu with pick-up and delivery available from March 23rd through April 5th. The seasonal lineup includes both classic favorites and festive new treats such as an Easter party mix cake, frosted sugar cookies, mini cupcakes, and a DIY cupcake kit for decorating at home. Many items can be customized with flavors and inscriptions, allowing for a more personalized touch for Easter celebrations. Orders are available through Easter Sunday while supplies last.
For a more hands-on option, SusieCakes is also hosting an Easter cake decorating workshop on March 26th. Guests will receive a freshly baked 4-inch cake, signature buttercream frosting, and all the tools needed to decorate, with step-by-step guidance from a SusieCakes baker. Sign up here.
Plan Ahead for Easter Dining in Franklin and Nashville, TN
Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026, and many restaurants across Nashville, Franklin, and Brentwood expect a busy holiday weekend. Brunch seatings and special events often fill quickly, so making reservations or placing catering orders early is a good idea.
Whether gathering for a brunch buffet, enjoying a holiday dinner out, visiting a winery for live music, or picking up a prepared meal to share at home, Middle Tennessee offers plenty of ways to celebrate Easter with family and friends.
