Easter Brunch and Dining in Orange County

Easter Sunday falls on April 5, and restaurants across Orange County are offering everything from coastal brunch buffets to refined tea service and dinner experiences. Here is a look at where to celebrate the holiday this year.

Driftwood Kitchen in Laguna Beach hosts its annual seaside Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Chef Rainer Schwarz’s menu includes made-to-order omelets, fresh seafood, carving stations and desserts. The experience is priced at $135 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, with younger children dining free.

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar will offer a two-course prix-fixe Easter brunch at both its Newport Beach and Tustin locations from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The $65 menu features seasonal dishes, with optional add-ons such as seafood towers and champagne.

In Costa Mesa, Knife Pleat celebrates Easter weekend with an afternoon tea service on Saturday, April 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The experience includes tea sandwiches, pastries and premium teas, with optional caviar and champagne. Reservations, here. 

The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach presents a festive Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The coastal celebration includes a buffet, bottomless champagne, live entertainment and family-friendly activities such as a petting zoo and Easter Bunny visits. Pricing is $125 for adults and $50 for children ages 5 to 12.

For dinner, ILYA offers a Mediterranean-inspired Easter evening from 4 to 9 p.m. The menu highlights wood-fired dishes, fresh seafood and house-made breads in a light, coastal setting.

Georgia’s Restaurant serves a Southern-style Easter brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring favorites such as chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits and cinnamon-apple waffles, along with brunch cocktails.

In Newport Beach, Sushi Roku offers a different take on Easter with its Japanese menu featuring fresh fish and globally inspired dishes, paired with sake and craft cocktails.

Finally, Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar in Old Towne Orange will serve Easter brunch from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with seasonal specials and house favorites alongside mimosas, Irish coffee and its signature Bloody Mary.

Reservations are recommended at most locations, as Easter brunch remains one of the busiest dining days of the year.

Newport Beach Goes for a World Record at Balboa Pier

Visit Newport Beach is inviting the community and visitors to Balboa Pier on Sunday, April 19, for an attempt to break the Guinness World Records title for the World’s Largest Swing Dance Lesson.

The free event takes place at Peninsula Park Athletic Field on the Balboa Peninsula, just steps from where the Balboa Swing style was born at the legendary Rendezvous Ballroom in the 1930s. To set the record, more than 391 pairs, or 782 people, will need to take part in a single lesson together.

Check-in begins at 10 a.m., with the official record attempt scheduled from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Instruction will be led by Atomic Ballroom, with live music from Jonathan Stout Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander. A certified Guinness World Records adjudicator will be on site to verify the attempt.

Participants can attend solo or with a partner, and those arriving alone can be matched on site. No dance experience is required, and the event is open to ages 13 and up. After the lesson, guests can stay to enjoy live music, food trucks, giveaways and more.

The event is free and open to the public. Reservations are encouraged here for those who want to be part of the record attempt.

Peninsula Park Athletic Field, Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach.

OC Fashion Week Arrives at My Sister’s Closet With Designer Adolfo Sánchez

OC Fashion Week heads to My Sister’s Closet in Newport Beach on Friday, March 27, with doors opening at 6 p.m. The private, ticketed event features a runway show and special guest designer Adolfo Sánchez.

The evening spotlights luxury fashion and structured silhouettes in an intimate retail setting. Sánchez will debut new runway looks and present select pieces from past collections, including signature coats, statement outerwear, and archival designs available for private viewing.

Guests can expect a mix of fashion, community, and celebration, with opportunities to watch, shop, sip, and connect. The runway will also feature styled looks from My Sister’s Closet and Well Suited, blending luxury consignment with contemporary menswear.

Live models, one-of-a-kind consignment pieces, and Sánchez’s latest collection come together in a setting that reflects a more experiential approach to retail, with an emphasis on sustainability and community.

My Sister’s Closet is known for its curated selection of designer clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories, with locations in Newport Beach and Encinitas. Well Suited brings a modern perspective to menswear with tailored pieces and updated styling for today’s customer.

Well Suited complements the portfolio with a modern approach to menswear, offering tailored pieces and contemporary styling designed for today’s confident, fashion-forward man. 

Tickets and more information at oc-fashion-week.

My Sister’s Closet is at 1100 Irvine Ave, Newport Beach. (949) 469-9510