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Guide to Easter 2026 Dining in Tucson

Guide to Easter 2026 Dining in Tucson

Apr 3, 20268 min read

Spring has arrived in Tucson, and Easter Sunday brings a full lineup of brunches, prix fixe menus, and festive events across the city. From chef-driven buffets to casual brunch specials and family-friendly ranch experiences, local restaurants and resorts are leaning into the season with thoughtful menus and holiday programming.

Whether you are planning a dine-in celebration or looking for something unique, here are the Easter dining options happening around Tucson this year.

Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink

What: Easter brunch menu with cocktails and sweets
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026
Where: 101 E. Pennington St.
More: Reservations here.

Brunch

  • Shakshuka Hash — $20
  • Bagel Toast — $14
  • Duck Egg Carbonara — $22
  • Biscuits and Gravy — $16
  • Breakfast Burri-Dough — $18
  • Focaccia Benedict — $18

Personal Pizza

  • Margherita — $13
  • Carbonara — $17

Sweet

  • Tiramisu Crepes — $18
  • Yogurt and Fruit Bowl — $13

Sides

  • Roasted Yukon potatoes — $3

Cocktails

  • Prickly Pear Margarita — $14
  • Espresso Martini — $14
  • Bloody Mary — $12
  • Mimosa — $8

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

  • Soda — $3
  • Sparkling water — $3
  • Drip coffee — $3
  • Presta cold brew — $6
  • Iced tea — $3
  • Lemonade — $3
  • Arnold Palmer — $4

Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort

What: Chef-curated Easter brunch buffet with photobooth
When: Sunday, April 5, 2026 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Rd.
More: $115 adults, $55 children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under. Call 520-529-3500 for reservations.

Salads & Soups

  • Assorted Organic Greens, Romaine, Fresh Vegetables
  • Creamy Bleu Cheese, Golden Balsamic Vinaigrette, Chipotle Ranch
  • Caprese Salad – Mozzarella, Roma Tomatoes, Basil, EVOO GF
  • Assorted Dinner Rolls
  • Cream of Roasted Carrot | almond milk, carrot top chimichurri GF, DF

Carving Station

  • Herb-Crusted Prime Rib
  • Roasted Leg of Lamb
  • Rosemary au jus, horseradish sauce, stone ground mustard
  • Tzatziki-garlic sauce, mint jelly, gremolata

Entrées

  • Pan-Fried Mahi-Mahi | Citrus-sage glaze
  • Grilled Victoria Chicken Breast | Mediterranean Caponata sauce

Pasta Station

  • Garlic Shrimp | Lemon-Garlic cream sauce, seashells pasta
  • Italian Sausage | Pomodoro sauce, Rigatoni pasta
  • Grilled Vegetables | Basil Pesto | Parmesan Cheese | Crushed Red Pepper | Bucatini Pasta

Breakfast Station

  • Roasted Vegetable Strata
  • Chilaquiles
  • Crisp Bacon
  • Sausage Links
  • Sonoran Breakfast Potatoes
  • Spring Shrimp Quiche
  • Belgian Waffles
  • Maple Syrup
  • Mascarpone Cheese Blintzes
  • Berry Compote

Omelet Station

  • Build Your Own
  • Green Onions, Spinach, Bacon, Ham, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Tomatoes, Mushrooms
  • Bell Peppers, Jalapeños, Chorizo, Asparagus

Fresh Seafood

  • Smoked & Cured Salmon
  • Shrimp Cocktail
  • Oysters on the 1/2 Shell
  • Bay Scallop Ceviche
  • Capers, Remoulade, Lemons, Atomic Cocktail Sauce

Sides

  • Herb Roasted Spring New Potatoes
  • Sonoran Creamy Rice & Farro Pilaf
  • Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
  • Spring Succotash

Desserts

  • Sweet selections crafted by the pastry team

Charron Vineyards

What: Jellybeans and Wine tasting flight
When: March 4 through April 5, 2026
Where: 18585 S. Sonoita Hwy, Vail
More: Pricing is $12 with your own glass or $18 with a souvenir glass.

Pairings

  • Lemon-Lime + Empire Sauvignon Blanc
  • Buttered Popcorn + Pinaleño Pinot Grigio
  • Toasted Marshmallow + Colossal Merlot
  • Raspberry + Hot to Trot Tannat
  • Cotton Candy + Santa Rita Rosé
  • Tutti Frutti + Rincon Red

Mojo Cuban Kitchen and Rum Bar

What: Easter brunch specials alongside weekend menu
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026
Where: 1929 E. Grant Rd.
More: Features include plantain rum pancake and brunch favorites like guava BBQ short rib plantain hash and torejas. Reservations encouraged: visit mojocuban.com or call 520-650-MOJO.


Wildflower American Cuisine

What: Easter brunch specials with full menu available
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 7037 N. Oracle Rd.
More: Reserve here.

  • Egg Sandwich — $16
  • Banana Bread Pudding French Toast — $17

Regular menu also available.


Arizona Inn

What: Easter brunch buffet with family activities
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 2200 E. Elm St.
More: $125 adults, $60 children 5 to 12, free for children under 5. Reserve here.

Holiday programming includes:

  • Easter Bunny visits, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Easter egg hunts at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
  • Face painting and balloon art
  • Cookie decorating and crafts

Tanque Verde Ranch

What: Easter brunch buffet with multiple seatings
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 12 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: 14301 E. Speedway Blvd.
More: $90 adults, $45 children 12 and under. Reservations required: 520-731-5565.

Soups

  • Carrot Ginger Coconut
  • Grilled Artichoke Bisque

Chilled Salads

  • TVR Classic House Salad House-made Italian and Ranch Dressings
  • Goat & Berry Fresh Baby Spinach, Local Goat Cheese, Fresh Berry Trio, Blood Orange Vinaigrette
  • Brussels & Brie Roasted Shaved Brussel Sprouts, Spring Mix Blend, Toasted Pistachios, Dried Cherries, Creamy Brie Vinaigrette
  • Curry Chicken Salad Heritage Greens, Creamy Curry Base, Golden Raisins, Red Grapes, Honey Crisp Apple, Candied Pecans

Chef’s Boards

  • Fruit & Cheese Board Artisanal Cheese, Seasonal Jams, Fresh Seasonal Fruit, Assorted Lavash and Grilled Breads
  • Smoked Salmon Display Herbed Cream Cheese, Diced Egg, Capers, Fresh Lemon, Bagel Display

Build Your Own Crepes

  • Nutella
  • Whipped Cream
  • Fresh Strawberry
  • Fresh Fruit Compote
  • Lemon Curd

On Ice

  • Oysters on the Half Shell Prickly Pear Mignonette
  • Snow Crab Claws Basil Lemon Remoulade
  • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Classic Cocktail Sauce and Fresh Lemons

Carving Station

  • Classic Prime Rib Garlic Peppercorn Crust, Horseradish Two Ways, Au Poivre
  • Brown Sugar Glazed Smoked Ham

From the Oven

  • Spring Salmon Lemon Dill Cream, Microgreens
  • French Brie & Asparagus Quiche Herbs de Provence Puff Pastry Crust
  • Roasted Petite Carrots Olive Oil Agave Glaze
  • Whipped Mashed Potatoes European Butter, Sage Gravy
  • Spinach Artichoke Penne Creamy Spinach Sauce, Grilled Artichokes, Micro Basil Finish

Pastry

  • Petite Cheesecakes, Carrot Cake, House Donuts
  • Tanque Verde Ranch Signature Display Almond Horns, Macarons, Cactus Cookies
(Photo courtesy of Tanque Verde Ranch)

Cielos at Lodge on the Desert

What: Easter brunch buffet
When: April 5, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 306 N Alvernon Way
More: $89 adults, $29 children 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under. Reserve here.

Entree station

  • Southwest Crusted Prime Rib w/ Horseradish and Beef Au Jus GF
  • Brown Sugar Glazed Ham GF
  • Roasted Chicken w/ Local Mushroom Demi Glace GF
  • Morita Glazed Salmon w/ Pineapple Mango Chutney GF / PS
  • Green Chile Tamale Casserole VG

Brunch

  • Omelet Station
  • Waffle Station w/ Fresh Berries
  • Crème Brulee French Toast VG
  • Cielos Frittata GF/VG
  • Bacon & Sausage GF
  • Breakfast Potatoes
  • Mascarpone Cheese Blintzes
  • Smoked Salmon & Bagels
  • Composed Salad

Salads and Cold Items

  • Mixed Green Salad GF / VEG
  • Spinach Salad GF
  • Shrimp Cocktail GF/PS
  • Fruit Salad VG
  • Potato Salad GF
  • Deviled Eggs GF
  • Fresh Fruit & Cheese Board

Sides

  • Roasted Baby Carrots GF/VEG
  • Green Beans w/ Tomato, Onion & Bacon GF
  • Orange Glazed Brussels Sprouts GF/VEG
  • Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy VG
  • Green Chili Rice

Dessert

  • Bourbon Bread Pudding
  • Strawberry Shortcake GF
  • New York Cheesecake
  • Chocolate Fudge Cake
  • Lemon Bars
  • Assorted Cookies

Breads

  • Assorted Rolls, Muffins & Croissants
  • Fresh Baked Pastries

Alaine’s Green Heart Bakery at Rillito Farmers Market

What: Easter baked goods and pre-order cakes
When: Sunday, April 5, 2026, 8 a.m.-noon
Where: Rillito Park Farmers Market
More: Contact tucsongreenheart@gmail.com

  • Jelly Bean Cupcakes
  • Frosted Chocolate Cake Eggs
  • Easter Bunny Heads made with Carrot Cake

Pre-order Bunny cakes available for pickup.


Sawmill Run

What: Three-course Easter menu with cocktail
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026
Where: 12976 N Sabino Canyon Pkwy
More: $55 per guest, à la carte available.

Starter

  • Roasted Bone Marrow Deviled Eggs

Entrée

  • Seared Duck Breast

Dessert

  • Strawberry & Rhubarb

Cocktail

  • Garden 75

Tandem American Eatery

What: Easter Sunday brunch service
When: April 5, 2026, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: 8864 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
More: Reservations at 520-526-2501.


Sonoran House Sam Hughes

What: Easter brunch with full menu and specials
When: April 5, 2026, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 2513 E. 6th St.
More: Reserve here.

  • Spring Berry Yogurt Parfait — $10
  • Avocado Toast — $14
  • Piloncillo Ancho Gravlax Plate — $20
  • Soho Plate — $14
  • Sausage, Egg and Cheese — $12
  • Mexican Chocolate French Toast — $15
  • Poblano Oaxaca Biscuits and Duck Fat Sausage Gravy — $18
  • Maple Ancho Crispy Chicken Benedict — $18
  • Breakfast Charcuterie Plate — $22

Feast

What: Easter specials alongside March menu
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 3719 E. Speedway Blvd.
More: Reserve here.

Served until 3 p.m.

  • Eggs Benedict
  • Lobster Benedict
  • Elvis waffle

Served all day

  • House-made beet linguine with Pernod vin blanc, fiddleheads, honey-poached lemon and goat cheese. Radish blossom garnish.
  • Green cioppino
  • Rack of lamb
  • Confit of rabbit leg
  • White chocolate Easter cake with strawberries and pistachio buttercream

Casa Del Rio

What: Easter Day specials with drink deals
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 1060 S. Pantano Rd.
More:

  • Chicken Fajita Plate Only $18
  • Tequila Shrimp Taco Plate Only $16
  • Glass of Premium Rosé or Cabernet or Riesling $5
  • Patrón Perfect Margarita $10

Cafe a la C’Art

What: Easter weekend brunch with food, drink, and dessert specials
When: Saturday and Sunday, April 4 and April 5, 2026, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 150 N. Main Ave.
More: Walk-in only, not accepting reservations.

Drink Specials

  • Marshmallow Mocha — $7.50
  • Sunrise Spritzer (non-alcoholic) — $8.00
  • Coconut Cottontail Matcha (served iced) — $7.50
  • Citrus Carrot-tini — $11.00
  • Robin Egg French 75 — $12.00

Food and dessert specials will also be available.

(Photo courtesy of Cafe a la C’Art)

Charro Steak North

What: Easter Sunday brunch with carving station and egg hunt, followed by full dinner service
When: Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Charro Steak North
More:

  • Brunch begins at 10 a.m. with a prime rib carving station
  • Easter egg hunt available for families
  • Full menu resumes at 3 p.m. with mesquite-grilled classics and Sonoran flavors. Reservations here.

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