Hop to It: Enjoy Local Easter Treats and Meals
Buy your goodies and meals locally for Easter March 31.
Updated 3/18/24
Treats
Anastasiades Exclusive Chocolates
Get your fill of chocolate eggs with maple pecan, peanut butter or fudge, or go classic with a chocolate bunny or cross. Snag some gourmet jelly beans and put them all in a beautiful Easter basket. In-store, carryout, curbside pickup or online, North Canton
Switch it up with an artistic cake, cupcake or cookie. Pickup or delivery, Akron
From candy apples with marshmallow bunny tails to peanut brittle and caramel crisp brownies, this boutique has dozens of sweet delicacies. In-store or delivery, Medina
With a combo like homemade ice cream and artisanal chocolate made using local ingredients, you are sure to win over all your Easter peeps. Treat loved ones to unique flavors like bourbon pecan pie clusters or cake batter creams. In-store or online, Akron
Bring smiles to your family with adorable cake pops including chocolate chick, vanilla bunny, red velvet carrot and a funfetti Easter egg. Pickup and delivery, Kent and surrounding areas
Step back in time to enjoy truffle eggs, Easter popcorn, homemade chocolate ducks, chocolate-dipped Peeps and more from this old-timey confectionary. In-store, Hartville
Enjoy peanut butter or whipped chocolate nut eggs from this classic chocolatier. Also, try a 12-ounce solid chocolate bunny. In-store, curbside pickup or delivery, Hartville
Grab your favorite tortes, like carrot or German chocolate, along with cutout cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels, macarons and lemon meringue pies. This popular bakery gets hyped for a fresh-baked loaf of bread and large cakes in the shape of lambs. Call to place your order or order online, 440-526-0499, bakery Broadview Heights, winery and bakery, Richfield
Dyeing Easter eggs is a cherished pastime, and you can start a new tradition with these paint-your-own egg cookie kits that include frosting and brushes. Pickup, Wadsworth
Meals
Early risers and brunch lovers are in luck this Easter: Beau’s Grille has family-friendly options for all. Indulge in Applewood-smoked bacon and scrambled eggs or salmon picatta and rice pilaf. Be sure to save room for dessert. $38.95 for adults, $24.95 kids from 4-12. Dine in from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., March 31, Akron
Build your own pancakes or opt for hickory-smoked bacon, cedar plank salmon and a gourmet pasta bar with this family-friendly brunch. Adults can stop over at the complimentary champagne tower and children can enjoy crafts, a buffet and meeting the Easter Bunny. $60 for adults (13 and up), $20 for children 4-12. Reservation required. Dine in from 10 a.m.-noon or 1 p.m.-3 p.m., March 31, Medina
Don Shula’s has brunch lovers covered this Easter with some special offerings. Build a three-course meal from items like deviled eggs with candied bacon, steak frites, honey-glazed spiral ham and chocolate torte. Little ones can also enjoy a kid's menu. Don’t forget to try the specially crafted coconut cake, only offered on rare occasions. $29. Reservations required. Dine in from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 31, Canton
Whether your group is big or small, enjoy a grand buffet featuring herb-roasted chicken, chef-carved ham, scalloped potatoes, glazed carrots, pasta salad and more. Remember to save room for some delicious desserts, ranging from carrot cake to ice cream. $44.95 for adults, $24.95 for children 6-12. Reservations required, dine in 10 a.m.-3 p.m., March 31, Wadsworth
Feast on gourmet dishes including maple-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, Greek salad, tiramisu and more with a carryout meal or in-person dining at one of Gervasi Vineyard’s restaurants. Dine in on March 31 at on-site restaurants the Crush House (11 a.m.-6 p.m., Canton), the Bistro (11 a.m.-8 p.m., Canton), or the Twisted Olive (11 a.m.-6 p.m., Green). Easter Bunny lunches at Twisted Olive March 23 & 30, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Green
Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery
Feed anywhere from six to 24 people with three choices of huge homestyle carryout spreads. All start with chicken or ham and mix and match sides such as sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes, green beans or corn — as well as its famous bakery items. Enjoy trays of iced cookies and pie of your choice. Order carryout meals by March 26, pick up on March 30 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Hartville
Choose from thick-sliced bacon, French toast, lemon butter chicken, fiesta scrambled eggs and more at this brunch. Lift your spirits with a mimosa or bloody mary pitcher. $35 adults, $17 kids 9-12, $12 kids 3-8. Reservations required. Dine in from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., March 31, Hudson
For an Easter meal with Italian flair, try La Pizzaria's brunch offerings. Enjoy a salad bar, house-made bread and wedding soup, pepperoni rolls, parmesan-crusted chicken and more. $30.95 adults, $28.95 for seniors, $14.95 kids 4-10. Reservations required. Dine in from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., March 31, Canton
For a hand-crafted, fresh brunch or dinner, Mustard Seed is offering catered carryout meals. The kitchen is serving quiche Lorraine with and without bacon, a green goddess vegetable platter for 15 to 20 people, signature carrot cupcakes from Maggie’s Bakery and more. Place orders by 3 p.m. March 22 for Easter and 3 p.m. April 15 for Passover, Akron
If you want to get dressed up and dine in-person, reserve a spot for Easter brunch or dinner at Papa Joe’s. Enjoy sophisticated fare like baked sugar-cured ham and filet mignon. A kid’s menu, featuring approachable dishes such as spaghetti marinara, is also available. Reserve to dine in noon-7 p.m. March 31, Akron
Baskets & Toys
Select a plush toy for kids’ baskets and get some wall decor or a plant for yourself this Easter. Shop in person or online, Medina
Fill an Easter basket with sweets like candy, savory treats like cheese or a mix of both. Order online, Brunswick
Kiddos will love cute flower clips, egg-shaped watercolor sets, mini games and more sold at this store that caters to youngsters of all ages. Shop in person or online, Canal Fulton
Think outside the box — or basket — this year with unique puzzles, toys, gag gifts and more for family and friends. Shop in person or online for shipping or pickup, Kent
Have more options or updates to add to the list? Email kpetryszyn@bakermediagroup.com.