By Claire Noack

The arrival of Easter always conjures up images of flowers, baby animals and brunch. With top-notch eateries all around the Twin Cities, it’s not hard to give up hours of cooking on Easter morning for a delicious sit-down meal. Indulge in eggs, waffles, bacon and other breakfast favorites at restaurants in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here’s our top ten brunch buffets to consider for your celebration. Some even have sightings of a certain furry friend!

Manny’s Steakhouse
Trade in steak and potatoes for bagels and eggs at Manny’s Steakhouse. A special buffet will be served between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Easter Sunday with delicious options like lobster cakes, omelets and freshly baked pastries. Adults pay $39.95 and kids get in for $12.95. Manny’s regular brunch menu will not be available during these times, and the full dinner menu will begin at 3:00 p.m. Call to make a reservation.

Cafe Lurcat
For an elegant and tasty Easter feast with fun activities for the kids, head to Cafe Lurcat in downtown Minneapolis. A family-style brunch of sophisticated American comfort foods will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Easter Sunday. The Easter Bunny is expected to make a special appearance and kids will also enjoy a craft station. Reservations are required and the meal costs $30 per adult and $12 per child (12 and under).

St. Genevieve
Celebrate Easter morning at this popular French-inspired restaurant in South Minneapolis. Book your table now at St. Genevieve for groups of two to seven people for this special Easter banquet. Munch on brunch staples, pastries, Spyhouse Coffee, and sip sparkling drinks from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Salut Bar Americain
Hop over to Grand Avenue in St. Paul for a decadent brunch buffet at Salut Bar. Feast on French-American foods like quiche, crepes and eggs benedict for $29 for adults and $11 for kids (11 and under). Reserve your spot between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Stella’s Fish Cafe & Prestige Oyster Bar
Rejoice over Easter favorites and fresh seafood like crab, swordfish, shrimp and oysters at Stella’s Fish Cafe in Uptown. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults get in for $34.95 and kids ages 5-12 for only $11.95.

Betty Danger’s Country Club
For an affordable and fun brunch buffet, head to Betty Danger’s in Northeast Minneapolis. Spice up your breakfast with build-your-own-tacos, bacon, eggs, coffee cake and more. Make a reservation between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and pay $18.95 for adults and $8.95 for kids (8 and under). Take a break from stuffing your face to play mini golf and take a ride on the iconic ferris wheel for free!

Buca di Beppo
Party like the Italians at an Easter spread full of carb-a-licious family sized dishes like pastas, pizzas and more. Book a table at one of several Buca locations throughout the Twin Cities.

Axel’s Bonfire Wood Fire Cooking
Another classic in St. Paul, Bonfire’s Easter buffet will serve up signature dishes alongside classic breakfast items, made-to-order omelets and yummy desserts between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Gather friends and family for this extensive spread of mouth-watering foods for $28 per person ($12 for kids). And we heard a special furry guest will be hopping by during brunch!

Public Kitchen + Bar
Stop by Downtown St. Paul for a delicious brunch buffet at Public Kitchen. With a bountiful spread of charcuterie, build-your-own omelets, fresh fruit, breakfast favorites and live music, what more could you want on this springtime holiday?

Coup d’Etat
Join in the revelry at Coup D’Etat in Uptown with a $25 all-you-can-eat Easter brunch. And $10 bottomless mimosas make this holiday even sweeter to celebrate with family and friends. Make a reservation between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.