20+ Places to Get Easter Basket Treats, Sides or Brunch in Raleigh

Egg-stra, Egg-stra! From carrot-shaped cookies to succulent hams to hot cross buns, here’s where in Raleigh you can find tasty Easter goodies.
by Addie Ladner and Carsen Fessey

Time to plan your Easter menu! If you haven’t gotten the whole meal planned just yet, fear not: you don’t have to take on the entire shebang on your own. Local bakeries and restaurants have put together delicious offerings to lighten the load. From dainty carrot-shaped cookies to succulent hams and those warm soft, sticky hot cross buns folks look forward to each year, here’s what you can find to pick up for an Easter meal. Or – you can forgo the entire Martha Stewart (or is it now Meghan Markle?) act and book a brunch reservation at one of several delectable restaurants serving up Easter specials.

Where to Get Baskets, Bread, Pastries and Sweets

Cupcake Shoppe is offering festive Easter baskets to celebrate Easter in the “sweetest” way. Fill up your basket with cookies in varying colors like purple, blue, or my favorite, pink! Other sweets like rice crispy treats and bunny bait are included in this festive basket. Surprise the kids this Easter and order your basket here.

Get in the spirit by picking up some festive Easter bread at La Farm Bakery! This French based bakery makes fresh and light bunny cakes every Easter and this year is no exception. Grab some of your favorite spreads to go with the bread and enjoy. These bunny cakes are stunning and will be sure to impress guests (or the kids!). Find more information on their seasonal breads here.

LucetteGrace is selling some decadent treats in time for Easter! Order some delicious hot cross buns, a refreshing strawberry shortcake or a classic Easter Princess Cake, made with soft vanilla sponge cake and cream, along with a light raspberry compote. Order these desserts to wrap up a delicious Easter dinner with family and friends! Find more details here.

Southern Sugar Bakery is offering their special Easter cookie collection! The cookies can be personalized with names or with little sayings (my personal favorite is the “you’re my favorite peep” cookie-how cute!). The bakery also does single packages or large batches for Easter celebrations. Find more information about these light and fluffy cookies here.

The Sweetest Things has begun taking orders for Easter goodies. The bakery offers Easter cakes with decorations including bunnies, crosses or Easter eggs. They also have spring themed cupcakes and a cookie platter to complement the fabulous cakes. Make sure to put your order in so you can eat delicious sweets on Easter. The sweetest desserts can be found here.

Union Special Panettone

Preorder some delicious Easter treats from the Union Special! There are two flavors of their main desserts: triple chocolate chip and blueberry lemon (yum!). Pick up a delightful Colomba di Pasqua which translates to the “Easter Dove” or a light panettone. If you’re looking for something a bit more traditional, order their sweet hot cross buns. More details can be found here.

Yellow Dog Bakery is making sweet Easter orders this year! From classic Easter cookies to traditional hot cross buns, or a unique Bunny crunch (the Easter bunny’s favorite snack!), the options are limitless. Indulge this Easter and order as much as you and your guests can eat (but keep some room for that turkey!) For more delicious details, check out their Instagram here.

Table & Twine

Where to get Easter Brunch & Dinner To-Go

Brio Italian Grille is celebrating Easter in a variety of ways this year! Not only are they offering a special Easter brunch and dinner, Brio Italian Grille is also offering Easter pans for families to pick-up or deliver straight to them and enjoy at home. There are 4 different package options this year that can feed up to 20 people, with Italian favorites like Spaghetti Bolognese, Pasta alla Vodka, or Chicken Parmesan, with side salads and cannolis or cookies and brownies for a sweet dessert. Each package also includes fresh sourdough bread, a perfect appetizer for a perfect Easter meal. More information here.

Order your Heat-and-Serve Easter Feast from the Metro Diner! Instead of cooking all day in the kitchen, the diner is offering this Easter Feast so families can spend the day together and keep Easter dinner simple. Depending on the package chosen, the feast can serve up to 8 people, or you can order the sides only if you are not looking for a big dinner. The feast has options like turkey or ham, green beans or street corn and mac and cheese or cornbread stuffing. Metro also offers a special Easter dessert: carrot cake bread pudding! Order here.

Craving BBQ for Easter this year? The Pit is offering Easter packages this year, which can serve up to 6 people. The package includes ham with a honey glaze or their NC Eastern Chopped Pork BBQ with Eastern BBQ sauce, an appetizing salad, sides such as savory vegetables served with garlic butter or a classic baked Mac & Cheese, homemade biscuits and an iconic Grandma’s Homemade Carrot Cake. Or if you failed your mission to buy a ham at the grocery store (we’ve all been there), the Pit has the option of buying only ham which is available for $21.99 per pound. Don’t miss out on enjoying a delicious Southern meal this Easter! Order here.

Get an Easter feast delivered straight to your door, courtesy of Table & Twine! Instead of working the day away in the kitchen, pop one of these ready-made meals in the oven for only 20 minutes as you spend time with family and friends instead. Choose from 2 dinner packages with either chicken or ham, served with traditional sides like Mac & Cheese, carrots, and buttered rolls. Or, if you already have the main event ready, order an only sides and desserts package (who doesn’t love a blueberry cobbler?). If Easter dinner isn’t what you’re looking for, Table & Twine is also offering an Easter Brunch package, with breakfast favorites like bagels and cream, quiche and cinnamon rolls. Order your package here.

Where to eat an Easter Meal Out:

The Angus Barn is hosting a Southern style Easter Feast! For Easter this year, choose from options such as Shrimp & Grits, Sliced Tenderloin, baked apples, Mac & Cheese and some sweet homemade dessert. Prices vary for adults, seniors and children (children 4 and under are free). Don’t miss out on a homemade and family-friendly Easter meal. More information here.

Head to Cru for Smoked Salmon Deviled Egg Toast and then order the tasty New Zealand Lamb Chops served with baby goat cheese yukon mashed potatoes and nourishing green beans. If you still have room for more, try the fresh and sweet Butter Toasted Lemon Poundcake, with blueberry compote and lemon curd spread on top. Make sure to pair your meal with your choice of drink, with all wine bottles 33% off for the holiday brunch! If brunch at Cru sounds just as good to you as it does to me, click here for more information.

The Durham Hotel is hosting a family-friendly brunch this Easter. Reserve your spot to enjoy delicacies like Deviled Eggs, Garlic and Herb Prime Rib or a Challah French Toast. End your brunch with mini Danishes to share with your family and friends. More information here.

Il Falo in Briar Creek’s Westin hotel is hosting a brunch full of spring favorites. Celebrate the holiday with fanciful foods like Honey Goat Cheese Ravioli with Blood Orange or a Crispy Ricotta Fritter with a housemade jam spread on top. The restaurant also offers wood-fired pizzas and desserts (Italian Soda Float…yes please!). Don’t forget to order a nice cocktail to go along with your delicious meal. More information here.

Don’t miss out on Easter brunch at Neuse River Brewing on April 20. Indulge in the the Neuse River Slam (eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage and potatoes), a NRBC Burger that is doused in a tasty garlic aioli and served with fries or a simple but delicious French Toast. Make yourself a mimosa with options of orange, cranberry, pineapple, or grapefruit juice. More information here.

Downtown Cary’s Peck & Plume inside The Mayton is offering a special Easter brunch. Select a meal from a variety of choices, such as Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict or a Roast Leg of Lamb with a refreshing Triple Berry Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette. Indulge in an Easter Swirl Pie or an Apple Cinnamon Crumble as a sweet way to end the meal. More information and reservations can be made here.

Start your Easter morning eating brunch on Taverna Agora roof top terrance! Taverna Agora is offering a Greek-infused brunch for those looking for something a little different. Try anything from their sweet Baklava Sticky Buns (warm cinnamon rolls) to their savory Gyro Hash (eggs and potato with Gyro) along with their new Garden Mary, a Bloody Mary mix topped to the brim with vegetables. More information here.

Eat at Vidrio for global brunch this Easter for a spectacular start to your Sunday. The restaurant will be serving light and fresh foods, like Lamb Kebabs flavored with cous cous, orange and pistachio or assorted breads to sample (lavender cornbread? Yes please!). More information here.

Head to the Willard Lounge for a delicious Easter brunch with skyline views on April 20. Once a month, the Willard hosts a Sunday brunch and this Easter Sunday is no exception. Enjoy classics like waffles, eggs and bacon, as well as vegan options. More information here.

This story was originally published on waltermagazine.com in March 2021 and was updated on April 8, 2025.