Easter is coming up next, meaning two extremely wonderful and very important things: 1) it’s another long weekend (YAY!) and 2) the crème de la crème of brunch feasts has arrived. Grab those baskets (and yes the kids too) and eat yourself silly with our picks of the best Easter brunches in Jakarta. Pssttt…don’t forget to check out our top parties in March for more events over the Easter weekend.
Intercontinental
Eggciting times for the little ones at Intercontinental! Not only has Rasa Restaurant whipped up an amazing Easter spread for the entire family, they’ve gone the extra mile for their little guests and made an exclusive dessert table just for kids. And when they need a break from stuffing their faces with tons of delicious Easter treats, the little ones can head to the kid’s corner to enjoy even more fun activities like face-painting, an egg-hunt, decorating activites, and maybe a visit from the Easter bunny.
Easter brunch at Rasa Restaurant; 27 March; IDR 488,000++ per person. +6221 251 0888 ext. 6605.
Grand Hyatt
We’re always suckers for the splendid buffet spread at Grand Hyatt’s Grand Cafe. But this Easter holiday, the hotel’s iconic cafe is upping the antrewith a decadent spread that includes a sinful chocolate fountain that will be a surefire crowd pleaser for children and adults alike. The little ones will be kept even more amused by loads of fun festivities like an Easter egg hunt, egg painting, and even more chocolate.
Easter buffet at Grand Cafe; 27 March; IDR 428,000++ per adult and IDR 218,000++ per child. +62 21 2992 1234 ext. 3300/3301.
Pullman
Pullman is yet again pulling all the stops this month! If you can’t wait til Easter, Makaron Bakeshop has hot cross buns galore, and many other Easter goodies to take home throughout the month of March. Sana Sini Restaurant is offering up a Good Friday seafood fiesta, an Easter-themed cooking demo, and a family-friendly brunch on Sunday where children get the ultimate special treatment. Egg-hunts, face-painting, egg-decorating, and even a giant egg pinata will be on site for loads of family fun.
Easter treats at Makaron; 1 – 30 March.
Good Friday Seafood Feast at Sana Sini Restaurant; 25 March; IDR 388,000++ per person. +62 21 390 6444.
Easter Goodies Cooking Demo at Sana Sini Restaurant; 26 March; IDR 488,000++ per person, IDR 688,000++ with lunch. +62 21 390 6444.
Easter Sunday brunch at Sana Sini Restaurant; 27 March; IDR 588,000++ per person. +62 21 390 6444.
Fairmont
Head up to Fairmont for festive Easter eats all around! Spectrum and Sapori Deli are both cooking up cracking Easter Sunday brunch buffets fit for the entire family, while the sophisticated Peacock Lounge is adding an Easter twist to their regular four-tiered afternoon tea, this time complete with handcrafted Easter chocolate eggs and delectable cakes.
Easter brunch at Spectrum; 27 March; IDR 625,000++ per person. +62 21 2970 3333.
Easter brunch at Sapori Deli; 27 March; IDR IDR 425,000++ per person. +62 21 2970 3333.
Easter afternoon tea at Peacock Lounge; 25-27 March; IDR 488,000 for two. +62 21 2970 3333.
Potato Head
Hop on over to Potato Head for a special Easter edition of their Sunday Farmer’s Market. As usual, fresh locally grown produce and delicious artisanal handmade goods will be available, while Easter brunch specials will be on offer as well. Don’t forget to bring along the little ones for an Easter-themed art sensory workshop by the good folks of Ganara Art Studio.
Easter Sunday Farmer’s Market at Potato Head; 27 March. +62 21 5797 3322.
Three Buns
Half of the fun of Easter happens right before the egg hunt begins! Three Buns and Ganara Art Studio have teamed up to hold a fun children’s workshop where little artists can learn how to make marbled Easter eggs and decorate their own egg baskets to take home. The afternoon includes a delish Dizzy Rascal burger, fries and a milkshake (we’re even tempted to call in a spot for ourselves here).
An egg-cellent Easter workshop at Three Buns; 26 March; IDR 250,000 per child.
Tugu Kuntskring Paleis
Tugu Kuntskring’s Easter Sunday Bazaar technically falls on the week after Easter, but hey, any excuse to keep eating those chocolate eggs! The beautiful building’s outdoor garden will play host to an eclectic marketplace selling everything from home decor to handicrafts, even featuring a fortune teller for those who are game! With plenty of wine and nosh at hand, this sounds like the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the fam. Dogs are welcome too!
Easter Sunday Bazaar at Tugu Kunstring Paleis; 3 April. +62 21 390 0899.