Lulu Wild: Chinese Bottomless Brunch in Birmingham
Lulu Wild: Chinese Bottomless Brunch in Birmingham
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For most of Birmingham, bottomless brunch still means eggs, a short stack and a Bloody Mary on the side. At Lulu Wild, we've taken a different route. Think Chinese plates, 90 minutes of top-ups and a price of £45 per person. We've written this to answer the questions people ask us most, from how a sitting runs to where you can park nearby.
| What it costs | £45 per person, Champagne Upgrade +£9.95 |
|---|---|
| When it runs | Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus every day in December |
| Sitting times | From 12pm, last sitting at 4pm |
| Length | 90 minutes |
| Courses | One starter and one main |
| Address | Unit 7 & 8 The Waters Edge, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HP |
So what is our bottomless brunch?
We run a Chinese restaurant with a cocktail bar attached, sitting on the canal at Brindleyplace beside the Sea Life Centre. Brunch comes out of the same kitchen that makes our dim sum and wok dishes all week. So instead of a fry-up with a cocktail, you sit down to two Chinese courses with unlimited drinks.
Inside there's neon on the walls and a full cocktail bar doing the pouring. Honestly, it has the energy of a Saturday night, just a lot earlier.
Who it works for
It's a good fit for friends catching up after a long week. Couples marking a birthday or an anniversary will find it works just as well. For a team from work, nobody has to split a complicated bill. If you're off to a show around the corner, an early sitting fits neatly before it.
Why our brunch looks different
You can find a bottomless brunch on most streets in Birmingham, usually with the same menu. Toast, eggs and a cocktail, then the identical plate somewhere new. Our idea was simple: cook brunch the way we cook everything else.
Our chefs work the wok every day, and brunch is cooked with exactly the same attention. What makes a brunch great is still on the table: plenty of drinks and a slow afternoon. Only the plates are different, and they're far more exciting.
Your sitting, explained
There isn't much to figure out. Once you're through the door, it goes like this:
- Reserve a sitting. We run sittings from 12pm across Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with 4pm the latest start.
- Agree your drinks. Pick between the Wild Brunch and the Champagne Upgrade, keeping in mind one package covers the table.
- Get your food in. Every main includes rice, served as one bowl per pair.
- Enjoy your 90 minutes. Your 90 minutes begin once you're seated, with refills right up to the end.
Ninety minutes gives you time for both courses and a good few rounds without losing the whole day. If you'd like to stay on, our bar runs until 2am on a Friday or Saturday.
What's on the menu
It's a compact menu, and that keeps things moving. Everyone orders a starter plus a main.
To start: Crispy Chilli Wings, Aromatic Crispy Duck Roll, Shiitake & Shimeji Mushroom Truffle Spring Roll (vegan), Bang Bang Chicken Salad and Crispy Lotus Salad (vegan).
For your main: Sanpei Chicken, a take on Taiwanese "three cup" chicken; Stir-Fry Spicy Tofu (vegan, gluten-free); Stir-Fry Tender Chicken in Preserved Black Bean Sauce; Stir-Fry Black Pepper Vegetarian Chicken (vegetarian); Spicy King Prawn (gluten-free); and Pomegranate Sweet & Sour Pork.
If you're still hungry, sides are extra and run from £3.50 to £6.00, including egg fried rice, pak choi with garlic and tenderstem broccoli. We also offer rice upgrades, priced from +£1 for egg fried rice to +£4.50 for stir-fried shredded chicken noodles.
If you're vegan, you'll find two starters and a main, plus a vegetarian main for veggies. Two mains, Spicy King Prawn and Stir-Fry Spicy Tofu, are gluten-free.
Got an allergy? Tell us when you book so the kitchen knows before you arrive.
The drinks packages
Wild Brunch at £45
Our core package includes both courses and 90 minutes of unlimited Prosecco, Pornstar Martinis, Lychee Martinis and mocktails. Switching between Prosecco and a couple of cocktails keeps the sitting interesting.
Our bar loves lychee, which is why the Lychee Martini made it onto the brunch list. First-timers usually find it a nice change from the Pornstar Martini.
The Champagne Upgrade, +£9.95
The upgrade costs £9.95 per person and adds unlimited Champagne and rosé Prosecco. Plenty of tables go for it when there's something to celebrate.
Not drinking?
If you're not drinking, you can switch the Prosecco package for mocktails and soft drinks. We mix alcohol-free cocktails as well, such as a Virgin Pornstar Martini and a Virgin Lychee Martini.
One thing to agree first
We can't mix packages on a single table. It's worth having that chat in the group chat before you turn up.
Working out the value
It's worth running the numbers. A single Pornstar Martini costs £14 on our normal menu, which means a pair already hits £28 with nothing to eat. Brunch, at £45, gets you two courses and 90 minutes of those drinks on repeat.
For a table that likes a few drinks, the maths works in your favour early on. For a quieter bite and a single glass, have a look at our lunch menu instead. Do note there's an optional 12.5% service charge on the bill.
What about the Champagne Upgrade? Adding it brings your brunch to £54.95 per person. If Champagne and rosé Prosecco are what you'd be ordering anyway, it's an easy yes.
Keep in mind that sides and rice upgrades are charged on top of the £45 price.
Which day should you book?
Every Saturday sitting has a DJ, so it's the loudest of the three. It's the one to pick if you want brunch to feel like a celebration.
On a Friday or Sunday you can chat without shouting over the music. Friday kicks things off early, whereas Sunday is made for taking it easy.
Because Saturday is usually first to fill, don't leave it late.
Don't forget to think about which sitting you want. A 12pm start leaves the rest of the day free, which is handy read more if you have plans later. Pick the 4pm sitting if you'd like brunch to carry on into the night, ideally on a Friday or Saturday.
Tips for your first brunch
- Don't be late. The clock is set, so turning up late just means less brunch.
- Eat early on. Having food in front of you makes the whole afternoon more enjoyable.
- Pace yourself with water. It costs nothing and helps a lot.
- Decide on drinks beforehand. The table has to match, so make the call together a few days ahead of time.
- Know how you're getting back. Check train times or book a taxi before you sit down.
We'd ask everyone to drink responsibly. Our team will look after you and make sure everyone gets home safely.
Bringing a group
Group bookings are easy when food and drink sit under one price. Our two private areas, The Nest and The Hideout, suit larger groups, and the events team can sort decorations and a pre-arranged cake. See our private hire page for the details.
Where we are
We're at Unit 7 & 8 The Waters Edge, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HP, beside the Sea Life Centre and just off the canal.
- Broad Street: roughly two minutes away walking.
- Utilita Arena: about five minutes along the canal.
- Birmingham New Street station: ten minutes or so walking.
- Gas Street Basin and the ICC: close by, along the towpath.
Drivers can use Q-Park Brindleyplace, about two minutes on foot. That said, bottomless drinks and driving don't mix, so public transport makes more sense.
It takes about ten minutes from New Street, and Broad Street sits a two-minute walk from our door. Anyone near Gas Street Basin or the ICC can stroll over along the towpath.
Pairing brunch with a show
Utilita Arena, the ICC and Symphony Hall are all a short walk from us. An early sitting sets you up nicely before an evening performance. If you'd rather eat later and faster, see the show menu.
When the 90 minutes are up
Your brunch ending doesn't mean you have to go. We're open until 11pm Sunday to Thursday and until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Our signature cocktails borrow kitchen flavours like lychee, yuzu, rhubarb and elderflower, and they arrive with dry ice. We'd point you towards the China Silk (£13.25), the Fortune Cookie (£13.50) or the Lucky Dragon (£12.75). Browse every drink on our cocktail bar page.
The rest of our menu
Brunch is a small slice of our menu. Our dim sum is made in-house, and it comes steamed, pan-fried or baked. On the dinner menu you'll find aromatic duck, XO prawns and wok classics, with meat-free options all through it. If brunch wins you over, dinner is worth a return trip.
For 2026/2027 we've teamed up with Birmingham Dogs Home as our charity partner, and we're proud to support them.
Christmas brunch
Throughout December you can book brunch on any day. It's a useful option for work dos, festive meet-ups and tired shoppers. We're closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Vouchers from £25 make an easy present.
Reserving your sitting
Use OpenTable, head to our online reservations or ring us on 0121 631 1739. Flag allergies when booking, and sort out the drinks package with your group beforehand.
Bottomless brunch FAQs
How much is bottomless brunch at Lulu Wild?
The Wild Brunch is £45 per person with two courses, and the Champagne Upgrade is £9.95 more each.
How long is each sitting?
Sittings run for an hour and a half.
What days can I book?
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 12pm with a last sitting at 4pm, plus every day in December.
Do you cater for vegans?
Yes. The Mushroom Truffle Spring Roll, Crispy Lotus Salad and Stir-Fry Spicy Tofu are all vegan.
Do I have to drink alcohol?
Yes, non-drinkers can swap to mocktails and soft drinks.
Can one table have different packages?
No, the whole table must choose the same package.
Do you have a DJ on?
On Saturdays, yes, at every sitting.
Do you add a service charge?
Yes, an optional 12.5% charge.
Is there parking nearby?
Use Q-Park Brindleyplace, roughly a two-minute walk.
What do I get for £45?
A starter, a main with shared rice, and 90 minutes of Prosecco, Pornstar Martinis, Lychee Martinis and mocktails.
What extra drinks come with the upgrade?
Unlimited Champagne and rosé Prosecco, for an extra £9.95 per person.
Do you have gluten-free mains?
The Stir-Fry Spicy Tofu and Spicy King Prawn mains are both gluten-free.
How late can I book brunch?
The last sitting is at 4pm, and the first ones start from 12pm.
Do you sell gift vouchers?
Yes, our gift vouchers start from £25 and make an easy present.
What style of food do you serve?
It is, with dishes like Aromatic Crispy Duck Roll and Spicy King Prawn from our Chinese kitchen.
Can I book for a big group?
We do, and larger groups can ask about The Nest or The Hideout, our private spaces.
Can I call to book?
Yes, call us on 0121 631 1739 to book or ask a question.
Can we add sides?
Sides are extra, priced from £3.50 for Steamed Jasmine Rice to £6.00 for Stir-Fry Tenderstem Broccoli.
Is it close to the Arena?
It's roughly a five-minute walk along the canal to Utilita Arena.
Can I book brunch in December?
It runs daily through December, apart from Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
Can I bring a cake for a celebration?
Yes, as long as you arrange it with our events team first.
Is the bar open after brunch?
Yes, the bar is open until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays and 11pm on Sundays.
How do I book?
Book on OpenTable, through our reservations page or by calling 0121 631 1739.
Is it close to New Street?
New Street station is roughly ten minutes away on foot.
Fancy swapping pancakes for crispy duck and Pornstar Martinis? Grab a bottomless brunch slot.
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