Bottomless brunch has been a thing in Melbourne’s inner suburbs for years, but finding a good one in the western suburbs has always been a different story. If you live in Caroline Springs, Melton, Deer Park, Taylors Lakes, Hillside, Sunshine, or anywhere in the west and you’ve been looking for a quality bottomless brunch close to home, Izakaya Rin has you covered.
Every Saturday and Sunday, Izakaya Rin in Caroline Springs runs a Japanese-style bottomless brunch with shared plates and unlimited drinks for $75 per person. It’s not your standard eggs-and-mimosas affair. This is something a bit different.
Here’s everything you need to know before you book.
What You Get
The bottomless brunch at Izakaya Rin runs for 1.5 hours and includes a set menu of shared food plus unlimited drinks. At $75 per person, here’s what’s included:
The Food (Shared for the Table)
The food menu is a curated selection of Izakaya Rin’s best sharing plates:
- Edamame – the classic Japanese starter, lightly salted and perfect for picking at while drinks arrive.
- Kingfish Carpaccio – thinly sliced kingfish with citrus and a light dressing. Fresh, clean, and a great way to start.
- Salmon Tartare – diced salmon with seasoning and garnish. A brunch favourite.
- Crispy Salmon Roll & Dragon Roll – two of the most popular sushi rolls on the menu, included in the brunch spread.
- Gyu Kushi – grilled beef skewers with Japanese seasoning. Adds something more substantial to the table.
- Chicken Karaage – Izakaya Rin’s crispy Japanese fried chicken. Always a crowd favourite.
The food is served for the table to share, which is the natural izakaya way of eating. It’s a generous spread and more than enough for the session.
The Drinks (Unlimited)
This is where it gets interesting. The unlimited drinks menu includes:
- Highballs: Umeshu, Lychee, Whiskey, and Yuzu. The Yuzu Highball is a standout if you haven’t tried one before.
- Cocktails: Lychee Colada, Peach Punch, Raspberry Mojito, and Yuzu Breeze. These are bright, well-made, and not overly sweet.
- Wine & Prosecco: House red, house white, and prosecco.
- Beer: Kirin on tap.
- Non-alcoholic: Any soft drinks or mocktails, so non-drinkers are well catered for.
The drinks are one-at-a-time (no double parking), which keeps the pace relaxed and the quality consistent. It’s a proper bar service, not a self-serve free-for-all.
When and How It Works
The bottomless brunch runs every Saturday and Sunday with two seating times:
- 12:00pm to 2:00pm
- 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Each session runs for strictly 1.5 hours. The restaurant staggers seating times to keep the experience smooth, so punctuality matters. If you arrive late, your session time doesn’t extend.
A few other details worth knowing:
- Minimum 2 guests per booking (the brunch is designed for groups and pairs).
- All guests must be 18 or older.
- Everyone at the table must be on the bottomless brunch (no mixing and matching with the regular menu).
- Booking is essential. This is not a walk-in experience. Weekends fill up, so book early.
What Makes This Different from Other Bottomless Brunches
Most bottomless brunches in Melbourne follow the same formula: eggs benedict, some kind of smashed avo, and free-flowing prosecco or mimosas. They’re fine, but they’re also everywhere. Izakaya Rin’s version stands out for a few reasons.
The Food is Actually Good
This is not filler food designed to line your stomach between drinks. The brunch menu features the same quality dishes that Izakaya Rin serves on its regular dinner menu. Kingfish carpaccio, salmon tartare, sushi rolls, wagyu skewers, and karaage. These are dishes worth eating in their own right, not just accompaniments to the drinks.
The Drinks List Has Depth
Rather than offering unlimited prosecco and nothing else, Izakaya Rin’s drinks menu includes whiskey highballs, Japanese-inspired cocktails, beer, wine, and prosecco. There’s genuine variety, and the cocktails are properly made. The Yuzu Highball and the Lychee Colada are worth trying first if you’re not sure where to start.
It’s a Japanese Izakaya Experience
The setting matters. You’re not in a generic brunch spot. Izakaya Rin’s warm, atmospheric space with Japanese-inspired decor and a proper bar gives the brunch a different energy. It feels like an event rather than just a meal.
It’s in the West
Until recently, finding a quality bottomless brunch in Melbourne’s western suburbs meant driving toward the city. For anyone in Caroline Springs, Melton, Deer Park, Taylors Lakes, Hillside, Burnside Heights, or Sunshine, Izakaya Rin is the closest option for this kind of experience. No need to fight for parking in Fitzroy or pay for an Uber to South Yarra.
Who It’s Good For
The bottomless brunch works for a range of occasions:
- Birthday celebrations. The shared format and unlimited drinks make it a natural fit for birthdays. Book a table for your group and let Izakaya Rin do the work.
- Catch-ups with friends. If you haven’t seen your group in a while, 1.5 hours of food and drinks in a great atmosphere is a solid way to reconnect.
- Date day. A Saturday afternoon bottomless brunch is an under-rated date idea. Relaxed, fun, and you still have the evening free.
- Weekend treat. Sometimes you just want to do something a bit special on the weekend. No occasion needed.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of It
- Book early. Weekend slots fill up, especially the 12pm session. Book at least a few days in advance, or a week ahead for larger groups.
- Arrive on time. The 1.5-hour clock starts at your session time, not when you arrive. Being 15 minutes late means 15 fewer minutes of drinks.
- Come hungry. The food is generous. You’ll get more out of the experience if you arrive with an appetite rather than having eaten beforehand.
- Try the highballs. If you’ve never had a Japanese highball, this is the perfect opportunity. The Yuzu and Umeshu options are excellent and pair beautifully with the food.
- Don’t skip the karaage. It’s one of Izakaya Rin’s signature dishes. Crispy, juicy, and the kind of thing you’ll want to order again on your next dinner visit.
How to Book
Izakaya Rin’s bottomless brunch runs every Saturday and Sunday. Booking is required. You can book online through the website or call (03) 8382 1342.
Izakaya Rin is at Shop A3, 1/7 Caroline Springs Blvd, inside Springlake Shopping Centre, Caroline Springs VIC 3023. Free parking is available throughout the centre.
For more about the full bottomless brunch menu and terms, visit the bottomless brunch page.