RABBIT FOOD

Easter is a time for feasting, and many restaurants will be preparing traditional Easter food. Unless you’re prepared to wait, reservations should be made in advance. Here are a few restaurants that offer a special Easter brunch next Sunday.

ADRIANO’S RISTORANTE (2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles, (213) 475-9807). The meal at this warm and casual little restaurant on top of Beverly Glen Canyon will feature an Italian favorite, Capretto, baby goat roasted with rosemary. Other entrees to choose from include honey glazed ham with yams, cold lobster with caviar, scaloppine al Marsala and chicken cannelloni. In the northern Italian tradition, Colomba, a sweet bread made with orange and lemon peel and baked in the shape of a dove, will also be featured at the brunch. Brunch is served from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shopping center parking. $12-$25 per person, food only. MasterCard, Visa and American Express.

BERNARD’S (Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, (213) 612-1580). Last year’s Easter brunch was so successful that a repeat performance has been ordered. The 1923 silver service, discovered during the renovation of the hotel, is used for this elegant 3-course meal, and there will be harp music and complimentary champagne. Entrees include lobster fettuccine; various fish, lamb and veal dishes; and a variety of omelets. Desserts are offered from a self-service pastry buffet. Brunch served from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Valet parking. $22.95-$31.95 per person, food only. All major credit cards.

CAFE MONDRIAN (Hotel Mondrian, 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, (213) 650-8999). A truly excessive Easter celebration is planned here--perfect for the kids. Not only will the Easter Bunny hop about the premises and pose with youngsters who want complimentary picture-souvenirs, there’s a petting zoo, too, with real live rabbits, chickens and goats. Work up a healthy appetite at the Easter egg hunt, then head toward the hotel’s Easter buffet that features the traditional leg of lamb, as well as roast beef, honey-roasted Cornish game hens, and an assortment of salads, pates and antipasto. To finish off, there’s a good selection of pastries and desserts. Brunch served from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Valet parking. $22.50 per adult and $11.50 per child, food only. All major credit cards.

CHEZ NOUS (10550 Riverside Drive, Toluca Lake, (818) 760-0288). Chez Nous serves brunch every Sunday--its cheerful, sunlight-filled interior is perfect for leisurely weekend dining--but on Easter, the restaurant features pannetone French toast (eggnog batter-soaked Italian fruit bread topped with raspberry butter and sugar), and Eggs Chez Nous (smoked salmon and a poached egg on brioche topped with salmon sauce and caviar), in addition to the regular menu. All brunch entrees are served with a complimentary assortment of mini-Danish. Brunch served from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Valet parking. $4-$8 per person, food only. All major credit cards.

NEW OTANI HOTEL & GARDEN (120 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, (213) 629-1200). Both Commodore Perry’s and A Thousand Cranes restaurant on the hotel’s garden level feature an Easter brunch buffet. Everything from traditional eggs Benedict, bacon, carved ham and roast beef, to Japanese favorites such as norimaki, cha soba, duck with sake sauce, and sashimi will be served. To finish, there will be assorted pastries, breads, croissants, cakes and mousse . The Easter Bunny and a magician will be on hand. Brunch served from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Valet parking. $18.95 per adult and $9.95 per child, food only. MasterCard and Visa.

PAVILION RESTAURANT (Four Seasons Hotel, 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, (714) 760-4920). If it’s posh you want, this is the place for Easter brunch. With details like Doric columns as thick as redwoods, museum-like display cases of Limoges china and a post-modern earth-tone paint job, you’ll wonder what century you’re supposed to be in. There’s no confusion with the food, however: The buffet is a real spread. Feast on caviar, shrimp, oysters, eggs Benedict, leg of lamb, fresh fruits, pates, salads, complimentary champagne and a good selection of excellent desserts. If it’s a really nice day, request a poolside table and don’t be surprised if the Easter Bunny hops over to greet you. Brunch served from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Valet parking. $28 per adult and $14 per child (under 12). All major credit cards.