The Mega Guide to Easter in Shanghai 2017

Indulge in an Easter extravaganza with our Easter brunch list. Expect Easter favorites like lamb, spring chicken, eggs and an abundance of chocolate, not to mention Easter egg hunts for the little ones. Here's your full list for boozy brunches, feeding frenzies and kid-friendly options.

What's Hoppinin' At the Hotels

An Easter Carnival at Arte Cafe

Head to the Jumeirah hotel for a family brunch at Arte Cafe featuring a variety of selections from live wonton making, seafood bars and BBQ steaks, plus juices and desserts. There will also be plenty of activites for the family from egg painting and hunting to clown performances and Lego fun. RMB258/adult (plus 16 percent surchrage), half price for kids between 1.2-1.4m and free for those below 1.2m. 

Arte Cafe, 11.30am-2.30pm, April 16. Lobby, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, 1108 Meihua Lu, by Fangdian Lu 卓美亚喜玛拉雅酒店1F大厅, 梅花路1108号, 近芳甸路

Easter fun at Cachet at The Langham

This Easter Brunch features a lavish spread of International dishes and interactive cooking stations, plus egg painting and egg hunting activities. RMB348 for brunch only, RMB480 for brunch with free-flow local beer, juice, soft drinks, coffee and tea or RMB688 with Champagne, house wine and the previously mentioned beverages. Prices subject to 16.6-percent surcharge. 

Cachet, 1/F, The Langham Xintiandi, 99 Madang Lu, by Taicang Lu 马当路99号新天地朗廷酒店1楼, 近太仓路

Cafe Li Brasserie Easter Brunch

Held at the Radisson Blu's Cafe Li Brasserie, enjoy this Easter brunch featuring seafood, global cuisine and delicious desserts with free-flow wine, beer, juice and soft drinks, plus an egg hunt. RMB358/adults, RMB150/children plus 15-percent. Children under one meter are free.

12-3pm, April 16. Cafe Li Brasserie, Radisson Blu Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai, 78 Xingguo Lu, by Huashan Lu 兴国路78号，近华山路

Taste the Fresh Bloom of Springtime at the Cathay Room

An abundance of Easter treats at the Cathay Room will be featured for Easter brunch. The feast includes the option of a boozy brunch with free-flow Laurent-Perrier Brut, imported red and white wines, beer and soft drinks for RMB798 or a non-alcoholic brunch for RMB598 per person. Both exclude a 15-percent service charge. 

11.30am-2.30pm, April 16. Cathay Room, 9/F, Fairmont Peace Hotel, 20 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu 南京东路20号和平饭店9楼，近中山东一路

Fancy Eastery Sunday Brunch at Casalingo, Shanghai Marriot Hotel Pudong East

Spoil yourself with this over-the-top experience featuring both sweet and savory indulgences. Starting from RMB358/person (plus 15-percent surcharge), this BBQ brunch features beef, lamb chops, seafood and more, set in the charming Casalingo garden. A special Italian section features homemade pasta, freshly-baked pizza and more, all from the heart of Italy. There will be an Egg hunting competition where participants can win a two nights stay at the JW Marriot Hotel Zhejiang Anji.

11.30am-2.30pm, April 16. Casalingo, 1/F, 15 Xinjinqiao Lu, by Hongfeng Lu 上海浦东金桥红枫万豪酒店1楼, 新金桥路15号，近红枫路

Two Types of Brunch at Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental is offering two different types of Easter brunches for the whole family to indulge in. At Zest, sit in the outdoor garden enjoying global cuisine, sweets and traditional Easter treats for RMB468 person, plus 15-percent surcharge. Or head to Fifty 8° Grill for a four-course Easter feast featuring BBQ Australian meats for RMB438/person, plust 15-percent surcharge.

Zest, 111 Pudong Nan Lu, by Yincheng Zhong Lu 浦东南路111号，近银城中路

Easter brunch at InterContinental Shanghai NECC

A spectacular brunch buffet is served at Five Live All Day Dining. Expect homemade Easter eggs, chocolate treats and more. Kids will be entertained in the brand-new kid's corner from Holland and can meet the Easter bunny, join in an egg hunt, get their faces painted and take home balloon animals. RMB358 per person includes juices and soft drinks or add on RMB100 for free-flow select wine and local beer or RMB200 for an unlimited serving of select wine, local beer and champagne. They also offer a Family Package for RMB750, which caters to two adults and one child. For another RMB100 an additional child with height above 1.4 meters can tag along.  

11.30am-2.30pm, April 16. InterContinental Shanghai NECC, Gate 3, 1700 Zhuguang Lu, by Yinggang Dong Lu 诸光路1700号3号口，近盈港东路

Easter Sunday Brunch at Jade on 36

The Shangri-La hotel hosts a magical Easter brunch at Jade on 36 with Chef Jeremy's delicious roasted lamb taking the spotlight. RMB488 for brunch includes free-flow of soft drinks, while a boozy brunch with free-flow of wines and beers costs RMB688. Kids aged 6-12 enjoy the buffet for RMB244. Expect baskets filled with Easter sweet treats, a chocolate egg treasure hunt and a lot more fun for the little ones.

11.30am-2.30pm, April 16. Jade on 36, 36/F, Grand Tower, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 富城路33号浦东香格里拉大酒店36楼，近陆家嘴环路

Enjoy an Easter Bunnies Brunch at The Kerry Hotel

Easter fun for the whole family is to be had at The Kerry. There will be an egg hunt and face painting at the hotel, plus 'The Tale of Three Chocolate Easter Bunnies' play in the hotel lobby at 2pm, both April 15-16. Along with that, The COOK is doing an Easter brunch buffet with face painting and egg painting for RMB368/adult, RMB194 children including soft drinks and juice (plus 16-percent surcharge). At The MEAT, get a steak brunch with a top quality semi-buffet and fresh seafood and dessert bar. There will also be free-flow beer and wine and juices and soft drinks for RMB428/adult, RMB214/children, plus 16-percent surcharge. Lastly, The BREW will also be doing a 'Bounce with the Bunnies' brunch - featuring a bouncy castle and lego-building activity). Price is RMB238/adult, RMB119/children and includes one pint of beer for the adults and juice and soft drinks for the kids, plust 16-percent.

11.30am-2.30pm for all brunches, April 15-16. The Kerry Hotel, 1388 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu 花木路1388号，近芳甸路

An Alice and Wonderland Easter at Le Bistrot

This Easter, step inside Le Bistrot to see it transformed into Alice's wonderland. The brunch includes fine food, fun activites for the kids and of course, bubbly! RMB468/person for soft drinks, RMB538/person includes beer and wine, RMB658/person includes Brut Champagne and RMB698/person include Rose Champagne. Early bookings 48 hours in advance get a 15-percent discount.

12-3pm, April 16. Le Bistrot, Le Royal 1/F, Meridien Shanghai, 789 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Xizang Zhong Lu 南京东路789号1楼，近西藏中路

Wonderland at Marriott Cafe at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square 

Hop to the Marriott Cafe for a festive Sunday brunch, including a fun-filled day of egg painting and a kids' corner with chocolate bunnies for the kiddos to take home. RMB288/children (6-12 years old), RMB388/person or RMB558/person with free-flow champagne, plus 15-percent service charge.

12-3pm, April 16. Marriott Cafe, 38/F, JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square, 399 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Nan Lu 南京西路399号，近黄陂南路

A lavish Easter Sunday brunch at ON56 at the Grand Hyatt Shanghai 

Head over to the Grand Hyatt's ON56 for a lavish Easter brunch priced at RMB688 net. This brunch includes free-flow Mumm Champagne and is complimentary for children under 12 years old (one child per adult). The brunch starts with signature dishes from Kobachi, Cucina and The Grill, offering delicacies from a seafood bar with salmon, prawns and oysters to healthy salads. The dessert section at the Patio rocks Easter with Easter carrot cupcakes, hot cross buns and more. There are also fun Easter activities like an egg hunt and egg painting.

11.30am-3pm, April 16. ON56, 56/F, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu 世纪大道88号56楼，近东泰路

Easter at JW Marriott Shanghai Changfeng Park

Indulge in this award-winning buffet at the Park Cafe restaurant, which features an international buffet of seafood (French oysters, Alaskan king crab...), Thai favorites and traditional Easter indulgences to include a blueberry chesecake, chocolate fondue and a DIY ice cream bar. There will also be egg paintings and huntings for the kids. Price is RMB328/person with 15-percent surcharge.

11.30am-3.3pm, April 16. Park Café, 1/F, JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Changfeng Park, 158 Daduhe Lu, by Guangfu Xi Lu 大渡河路158号，近光复西路

PHÉNIX at The Puli Easter Brunch buffet

This scrumptious selection offers a-la-carte options featuring dishes such as a three eggs omelet with Yunnan black truffle, hazelnut and burnt butter or buttermilk pancakes with caramelized bananas and maple syrup. Cocktails and spiked shakes are available too, or choose a 'brunch set': Phenix brunch (RMB488), free-flow champagne brunch (RMB698) or free-flow rose brunch (RMB798).

11.30am-2.30pm. PHÉNIX eatery & bar, 2/F, 1 Changde Lu, by Yan'an Zhong Lu 常德路1号2楼，近延安中路

Easter Brunch at Scena at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

Dine in at The Ritz-Carlton's Scena for an Easter brunch sure to boggle the mind. Start with a glass of Valdobbiadene Prosecco before diving into 'lamb Scottadito-style', a traditional Italian recipe. The Easter buffet also includes beef rib eye, turkey, suckling pig and roasted salmon, plus plenty of pastries, Easter tarts, hot cross buns and even an Easter chocolate candy bar. RMB528 per person and add on RMB158 for free-flow Prosecco, white and red wine, soft drinks, coffee, tea and juice, plus 15-percent.

12-2.30pm, April 16. Scena,  52/F, The Ritz-Carlton Pudong, 8 Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 世纪大道8号52楼，近陆家嘴环路

An Easter show at VIE buffet at Sofitel Sheshan

This Easter-themed event features egg-painting, an abundance of tasty treats and even a clown show. RMB398 (net) includes juice and soft drinks, RMB598 (net) includes champagne, red and white wine, draft beer, soft drinks, cocktails and fresh juice. Half price for those between 1.2-1.5m or free for those below 1.2 m.

11.30am-3pm, April 16. Sofitel Sheshan, 3388 Sichen Gonglu, by Jiasong Nan Lu 泗陈公路3388号，近嘉松南路

Tops and Terrace Easter Brunch

Twelve at Hengshan's Easter brunch features a family-inspired lunch buffet, plus egg treasure hunt, DIY donuts and a clown. Join for a fun-filled afternoon Easter family party, from RMB388/adult or RMB298 kids 3-12.

12-3pm. Tops and Terrace, 12 Hengshan Lu, by Gao'an Lu 衡山路12号，近高安路

Champagne brunch at the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund

Feel as glamorous as Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl with the Easter Champagne Brunch at the Grand Brasserie at the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund. The spectacular buffet features traditional Easter favorites and while adults enjoy the champagne, the little ones can go on an egg hunt. The champagne brunch costs RMB888 for adults and RMB328 for children aged 6-12 years (+15 percent surcharge). 

11am, April 16. Grand Brasserie, Waldorf Astoria, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Yan'an Dong Lu 中山东一路2号，近延安东路

A Colorful Easter at The Stage at The Westin

Spend the afternoon sipping Veuve Clicquot Champagne and indulging in your favorite holiday foods to include hot cross buns and chocolates. The Easter bunny will also be visiting and there will be egg hunts and prizes to win. Throughout the afternoon live performances will also be held. RMB798 for free-flow Veuve Clicquot champagne, RMB688 without free-flow Veuve Clicquot and RMB368 children 4-12.

Level 1, The Westin Bund Center, 88 Henan Zhong Lu, by Guangdong Lu 河南中路88号1楼，近广东路

Brunch and Bubbles at Xuan Bar at the Andaz 

Having just launched it's Brunch and Bubbles, now is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Easter in style. For the holiday weekend, there will also be a kid's Easter brunch too. The brunch features eggs as an essential part of the menu, along with class apps and a selection of six mains to choose from, such as veal saltimbocca or the Xuan bar beef burger. Starting from RMB198, add an additional RMB200 for free-flow Perrier Jouet Grand Brut Champagne, plus 15-percent surcharge.

Andaz Shanghai, 1/F, 88 Songshan Lu, by Taicang Lu 嵩山路88号1楼，近太仓路

Easter Celebrations at Yi Café 

A feast for the eyes - and a delicious one at that. Expect a sumptuous showcase of gourmet seafood and meats, live cooking and mouthwatering desserts. The little ones can decorate eggs, get their faces painted and there will be interactive performances. The brunch including free-flow of wines, beers, soft drinks and juices is RMB528++ and RMB264++ for kids aged 6-12. 

12-3pm, April 16. Yi Café, Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai, Level 2, Grand Tower, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 富城路33号2楼，近陆家嘴环路

Get Your Eggs Out on the Town

Four-Course Feast at 10 Corso Como

This family-friendly brunch features four courses, plus a kids area with tons of entertaning activities. RMB368/person, tack on RMB158 for free-flow Prosecco. An Italian pasta menu will be available for the kids for RMB68. 

11.30am-2.30pm, April 15-16. Kids activities Sunday only. 10 Corso Como, North Annex - Wheelock Square, 1717 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huashan Lu 南京西路1717号，近华山路

Easter Sunday Carvery at Glo London

Tuck into an Easter foodie-fest when the chef prepares roast beef, pork and lamb chops for you and your friends. All accompanied by yummy vegetables, potatoes and the traditional Easter trimmings. Two courses set you back RMB168 and kids can look forward to a small gift. 

11am, April 16. Glo London, 2/F, 1 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Dongping Lu 乌鲁木齐南路1号2楼，近东平路

Easter Sunday brunch at Käfer by The Binjiang One

Käfer by The Binjiang One is a family friendly, Bund-view venue for your Easter brunch. The German establishment hosts a brunch with Easter favorites like eggs, Easter bread, lamb and other European culinary delights. The brunch includes free-flow house wine, Prosecco, soft drinks, coffee and tea and costs RMB458 per person.  

11am-3pm, April 16. Käfer by The Binjiang One, Youlong Garden, Shibu Jie, Fucheng Lu, by Shiqiao Lu 滨江富城路拾步街由隆花园, 近花园石桥路

Hot Cross Buns and More at M on the Bund

M's a-la-carte brunch list is endless. Start with selections like a 'Salad for Spring' or 'Terrine de Campagne' followed by staples like 'M's weekend fry-up' to fish and chips, or 'Middle Eastern Mezze' . Then end with a rich dessert such as 'M's very famous Pavlova', ice cream or a cheese plate. RMB268 for two courses and a cocktail plus endless tea or coffee, or three courses for RMB298 with the same drink deal. Plus 10-percent.

7/F, Five on the Bund, 20 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu 广东路20号7楼，近中山东一路

Easter brunch at Maya

Celebrate Easter with a Mexican vibe at Maya. The festive brunch sets you back RMB175 and starts with an appetizer buffet, gives you a choice of main courses and concludes with a dessert buffet. The buffet features dishes like chorizo and potato taquitos with chipotle cream and MAYA tres leches cake and strawberry champagne gelle. Fans of boozy brunches can take advantage of free-flow sparkling wine and mimosas for RMB150 per person, classic margarita for RMB165 or free-flow sangria and Sol beer for RMB125. 

11am-3.30pm, April 16. Maya, Grand Plaza Club House, 2/F, 568 Julu Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu 巨鹿路568号2楼，近陕西南路

A German Easter fest at Paulaner at Expo 

Enjoy an all-you-can-eat German Easter BBQ buffet at this renovated former distillery with a spacious beer garden. Barbecued delicacies will be prepared at live stations. The fest includes one free drink (soft drink, juice, coffee or tea) and lttle ones up to the age of three eat free of charge. Kids aged 4-10 feast for RMB78 while adults enjoy the BBQ buffet for RMB238. 

11am-3pm, April 16. Paulaner, 3/F, 555 Shibo Dadao, by Guozhan Lu 世博大道555号3楼，近国展路

Sasha's Easter Brunch

Choose between Sasha's classic brunch for RMB198 or a deluxe brunch for RMB298. Kids can enjoy the buffet at a 50 percent discount and will be entertained with an Easter egg hunt, an Easter Bunny and games. Word goes they even have a bouncy castle for the Easter weekend. Fingers crossed for sunny skies to enjoy the feast in their large alfresco garden. 

11am-3pm, April 16. Sasha's, 11 Dongping Lu, by Hengshan Lu 东平路11号，近衡山路

Additional Easter Feasts and Events

A German Easter fest at the Binjiang Paulaner 

Fancy an a-la-carte menu with a view of the historic Bund? Head over to Paulaner in Pudong for an Easter get-together with Bavarian Easter favorites like juicy lamb leg and baked spring chicken. Relax and enjoy your Easter Sunday while the kids are entertained with funny Easter activities.

April 15-17. Binjiang Paulaner, 2967 Lujiazui Xi Lu, by Binjiang Dadao 陆家嘴西路2967，近滨江大道

Easter concert at Glam

Glam presents an Easter concert by The Anemoi Trio. The trio is named after the Greek Gods of Wind and performs together since August 2013. The popular Wind Trio performs music from Mozart, Telemann, Shostakovich and Fats Waller to name a few. 

April 16. Glam, West 7/F, No. 5 The Bund, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu 外滩5号7层西侧,中山东一路，近广东路

Afternoon tea at the Peacock Alley

Fancy something a bit... fancy? Peacock Alley serves you a delicious Easter Afternoon Tea at Salon de Ville and Peacock Alley. RMB688 for two people or RMB388 per person excluding 15-percent service charge. Munch on finger sandwiches, sweet pastries, light crusty scones and special Easter chocolate treats.

2pm, April 16. Waldorf Astoria Tower, 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Yan'an Dong Lu 中山东一路2号，近延安东路

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