Brunch in The Garden Room

Brunch in The Garden Room

Enjoy a delectable meal prepared by Executive Chef Nathan Collins of Atria’s Specialty Catering in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.

A guest drizzling syrup over fluffy waffles.
Four friends cheering their glasses at the National Aviary's Brunch in The Garden Room

Easter Brunch

Sun., April 5 | 11 am and 12:45 pm
Adults: $55 per person; Children 12 and Under: $35 per person
National Aviary General Admission Included

EveryBUNNY is invited to the National Aviary’s Easter Brunch! Savor a spread of mouthwatering entrées. Pair your meal with a delicious add-on glass of wine, beer, or cocktail. After dining, HOP through our habitats and complete a spring-time scavenger hunt!

  • Easter Brunch Menu

    Starters

    Assorted Danishes, Desserts, and Muffins (VEG)

    Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit Display (GF/DF/V)

    Deviled Eggs and Pickled Beet Eggs (GF/VEG)

    Challah Bread  (VEG)
    with strawberry jam, orange marmalade, and cream cheese

    Buffet Entrées

    Spring Salad(GF/VEG)
    with apples, pears, sunflower seed brittle, choice of poppyseed or balsamic vinaigrette dressing and feta cheese on the side

    Roasted Vegetable Quiche (GF/VEG)

    Stuffed Zucchini Boat (GF/V)
    stuffed with chickpea tamarind chutney

    Carrot Cake Pancake (VEG)
    with cream cheese icing and maple syrup

    Brown Sugar Glazed Ham and Turkey Sausage (GF)

    Firecracker Chicken and Waffles

    Fingerling Potatoes with Garlic Confit (GF/V)

    Signature Beverages

    Seasonal Signature Cocktails* available from $10.50-$12.50

    *Signature Cocktail menu coming soon

    Domestic Beer – $5.50

    Miller Lite 
    Yuengling 

    Crafted/Imported Beer – $6.50

    White Claw 
    Blue Moon 

    Wine – $9.50

    Moscato
    Chardonnay
    Pinot Noir
    Cabernet Sauvignon

     

    GF – Gluten Free
    DF – Dairy Free
    V – Vegan
    VEG – Vegetarian

Make Reservations

Mother’s Day Brunch

Sun., May 10 | 11 am and 12:45 pm
Adults: $55 per person; Children 12 and Under: $35 per person
National Aviary General Admission Included

Treat mom, grandma, or your favorite mother-figure to an indulgent morning full of pastries, fresh fruit, and delectable entrées. Add-on a refreshing cocktail, beer, or glass of wine while taking panoramic views of Lake Elizabeth and the historic Rose Garden during peak spring season. Stroll through our immersive, free-flight habitats while searching for the National Aviary’s own feathered moms during a brunch-exclusive scavenger hunt.  

  • Mother’s Day Brunch Menu

    Starters

    Assorted Danishes, Desserts & Muffins (VEG)

    Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit Display (V/GF/DF)

    Mezze Board (GF/VEG)
    Red pepper hummus, garlic hummus, tzatziki, roasted and fresh vegetables and toasted naan dippers

    Assorted Bread Display (VEG)
    with strawberry jam, orange marmalade, cream cheese & sundried tomato dipping oil

    Buffet Entrées

    Berry Salad (GF/VEG)
    Greens, assorted berries, toasted pepitas, with chevre on the side, and choice of poppyseed vinaigrette or balsamic vinaigrette dressings

    Garden Style Egg Casserole (GF/VEG)
    with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, arugula, sundried tomatoes, and feta cheese

    Sweet Potato Waffles and Brown Butter Chicken
    with apple cider syrup

    Apple Maple Chicken Sausage and Crispy Bacon (GF/DF)

    Grilled Salmon (GF)
    with lemon zested pepita butter

    Vegan Stuffed Cabbage (GF/VEG/V, DF)

    Cheesy Shallot Duchess Potatoes (GF/VEG)

    Signature Beverages

    Seasonal Signature Cocktails* available from $10.50-$12.50

    *Signature Cocktail menu coming soon

    Domestic Beer – $5.50

    Miller Lite 
    Yuengling 

    Crafted/Imported Beer – $6.50

    White Claw 
    Blue Moon 

    Wine – $9.50

    Moscato
    Chardonnay
    Pinot Noir
    Cabernet Sauvignon

     

    GF – Gluten Free
    DF – Dairy Free
    V – Vegan
    VEG – Vegetarian

Make Reservations

Father’s Day Brunch

Sun., June 21 | 11 am and 12:45 pm
Adults: $55 per person; Children 12 and Under: $35 per person
National Aviary General Admission Included

Indulge is an exquisite feast and sip on an add-on specialty cocktail, crisp beer, or refreshing wine while enjoying breathtaking, panoramic views of Lake Elizabeth. After your meal, venture through our immersive habitats and try to spot some of our feathered families during an exclusive Father’s Day Brunch-only scavenger hunt!

  • Father’s Day Brunch Menu

    Starters

    Assorted Danishes, Desserts, and Muffins (VEG)

    Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit Display (GF/DF/V)

    Warm Biscuits (VEG)
    with strawberry jam, orange marmalade, and cream cheese

    Buffet Entrées

    Farmers Salad (V)
    with chop mix, mixed greens, roasted pepitas, and choice of tomato balsamic vinaigrette or peppercorn ranch; shaved parmesan on the side

    Cheesy Scrambled Eggs (GF/VEG)

    Lager Waffles and Bone in Wing Dings
    with mascarpone syrup and chive oil

    Texas Sage Links and 11th Hour BBQ Beef Brisket (GF/DF)

    Grilled Shrimp Kebabs (GF/DF)
    with citrus marinated vegetables

    Vegan Breakfast Burritos (GF/DF/V/VEG)
    with roasted tomato and chimichurri sauce

    Loaded Baked Potato Bar (GF)
    chopped bacon, sour cream, caramelized onions and roasted peppers, shredded cheese

    Signature Beverages

    Seasonal Signature Cocktails* available from $10.50-$12.50

    *Signature Cocktail menu coming soon

    Domestic Beer – $5.50

    Miller Lite 
    Yuengling 

    Crafted/Imported Beer – $6.50

    White Claw 
    Blue Moon 

    Wine – $9.50

    Moscato
    Chardonnay
    Pinot Noir
    Cabernet Sauvignon

     

    GF – Gluten Free
    DF – Dairy Free
    V – Vegan
    VEG – Vegetarian

Make Reservations

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An absolutely amazing experience for the whole family. We attended Father’s Day Brunch at the Aviary with the extended family. The kids were enthralled with the feathered residents, and the boys all enjoyed the buffet…

Chelle, Brunch Attendee

While Atria’s Specialty Catering offers a variety of gluten-free and dairy-free foods, please keep in mind that The Garden Room kitchen is NOT a designated gluten-free and dairy-free kitchen.

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