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Newly opened Bitzel’s Chocolate turns Easter into a chocolate wonderland this month. From spring long-stem strawberries at $4 each to a selection of hollow chocolate offerings including a massive 10-pound 28-inch winking bunny (pictured below) with prices ranging from $6-$199, there’s a chef-crafted Easter treat for everyone. Other Easter offerings include chocolate-covered mini pretzels, schnapper rods, chocolate-covered Peeps and the limited-edition spring chocolate box at $34.99. Various Easter baskets are also available, ranging from $49-$79. For visitors to the 7,000 square-foot facility in Suwanee, Bitzel’s offers a true “Willy Wonka”-style experience allowing visitors to watch as various treats—from molded chocolates to fresh, continuously churning gelato—move through the production process.

Chido & Padres adds a twist to its brunch menu for Easter with tamale muffins, smoked salmon and avocado sopes and tres leches pancakes. For dinner, guests can look forward to a special of whole snapper “huachinango” diabla. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Gypsy Kitchen will serve its brunch menu while adding dinner features such as sweet potato chorizo croquettes, olive oil-poached halibut, beetroot and potato gnocchi and duck breast confit. Make reservations online.

All locations of HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern—Atlantic Station, Halcyon, Brookhaven, Perimeter and Vinings—are serving brunch and dinner on Easter Sunday. Chefs also have added an all-day Easter special. The Easter ham platter features spiral-cut ham with apple cider glaze, mashed potatoes and broccoli for $18.95.

Join Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails this Easter Sunday, March 31, from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. (last reservation at 7 p.m.), for a three-course prix fixe extravaganza. Among the course highlights are piquillo pepper crab bisque; smoked salmon deviled eggs; brioche French toast with scrambled farm eggs and a choice of applewood bacon or chicken apple sausage; shrimp and grits; root beer-glazed lamb chops with applewood smoke cheddar cheese rice grits; and spiral cut ham served with smoked cheddar mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts with apple and bacon. Priced at $65 for adults and $32.50 for kids, this elegant dining experience is sure to please every palate. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Ocean & Acre: A Sophisticated Easter Brunch and Dinner

• Ocean & Acre delivers an upscale coastal vibe while serving its classic menu along with mouthwatering additions for brunch and dinner. Brunch additions include crème brûlée French toast and lobster omelet. Dinner brings delights such as braised rabbit cavatelli and poached halibut with smoked trout roe. Reservations can be made online.

Ray’s Restaurants: A Buffet to Remember and Dinner Downtown

• Ray’s at Killer Creek and Ray’s on the River open their doors from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. for an unforgettable buffet priced at $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Buffet highlights include slow-roasted prime rib, Faroe Island salmon, holiday Nueske’s ham, signature mini crab cakes, Southern-style baked mac and cheese, almondine haricot verts, glazed Brussels and cauliflower, seasonal cobbler and a chef’s selection of bread pudding. Meanwhile, Ray’s in the City offers its regular dinner menu all day from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., ensuring a familiar yet festive experience.

• Easter diners looking for a beach getaway in the heart of Buckhead will delight in The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill’s Easter brunch. Offerings include crab and lobster deviled eggs, smoked salmon toast, crab cake Benedict, honey-glazed ham, and a sumptuous chocolate cake for dessert. Make reservations online.

• The Southern Gentleman joins the Easter celebration with a three-course prix fixe menu featuring a variety of dishes including deviled eggs, butternut squash soup, shrimp and lobster grits, pan-seared salmon and delectable desserts like red velvet cheesecake. Reservations can be made online.

The Woodall: Easter Brunch Offers a Festive Feast

The Woodall invites guests to celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch on Sunday, March 31. The special menu includes delectable options such as the traditional hot cross bun, available individually for $6 or in a basket of four for $20. Other highlights include confit lamb accompanied by smoked labneh, black cherry purée, charred onions and a fresh fava bean salad for $23. For a classic taste, the smoked ham dish, priced at $20, is served with honey bordelaise, charred carrots, smoked carrot purée and white asparagus. Diners can elevate their brunch experience with unique cocktails like A Tisket a Tasket…a Pisco Basket blending pisco, blueberry, vanilla and egg white, garnished with a marshmallow Peep for $12, and the Bloom-mosa featuring St-Germain elderflower, grapefruit juice and bubbles for $14. Reservations can be made online.

Your 3rd Spot: Extended Easter Weekend Hours

Your 3rd Spot welcomes locals and visitors for an extended Easter weekend celebration. Guests can spend extra memorable time with friends and family with extended hours on Good Friday (2 p.m. – 1 a.m.) and Easter Sunday (1-11 p.m.). Your 3^rd Spot offers endless entertainment with more than 80 games such as indoor curling, retro games, bowling, darts and more along with a chef-driven, globally inspired menu of shareable small plates and creative craft cocktails. Book an experience online.