Bottomless Brunches: Are They Worth the Hype?

Last updated: August 18, 2026  |  Written by the Miri Mary team

Bottomless brunch is popular in Amsterdam because it combines a social meal with a fixed drinks package. But it is not automatically the best choice for every group. The value depends on the time limit, what is included, how much you actually want to drink and whether the food still feels like the main event.

If you are comparing brunch options in De Pijp, it helps to understand what a bottomless offer usually includes before booking.

What Does Bottomless Brunch Usually Mean?

Most bottomless brunches offer repeated drinks for a fixed period, often alongside a set or limited food menu. The exact rules vary by restaurant, so always check the current offer rather than assuming every venue works the same way.

Useful details to check include the time limit, which drinks are included, whether the whole table has to take the package, and what happens if someone in the group does not drink alcohol.

When It Can Be Worth It

A bottomless package can make sense for birthdays, reunions or groups that want a lively, fixed-cost experience. It can also make planning easier when everyone knows the price and the session length in advance.

The best versions still put real effort into the food rather than treating it as something secondary to the drinks.

When a Regular Brunch May Be Better

If you prefer a slower meal, want one or two carefully chosen drinks, or have a mixed group of drinkers and non-drinkers, an à-la-carte brunch can offer more flexibility.

It also gives the table more freedom to focus on food, share dishes and stay at its own pace instead of working around a fixed package.

What to Compare Before You Book

• Time limit: Is the session long enough to feel relaxed?
• Food: Is the menu something you would choose even without the drinks package?
• Drink selection: Are there options you actually want?
• Non-alcoholic choices: Are mocktails or other alternatives available?
• Group rules: Does everyone at the table need to take the same package?

Brunch at Miri Mary

Miri Mary does not need to be a bottomless-brunch concept for brunch to feel social. The weekend daytime service is built around Indian sharing plates, drinks and a relaxed table in De Pijp.

For current opening times and brunch details, see the Miri Mary brunch page. To see what is currently being served, browse the menu.

So, Is Bottomless Brunch Worth the Hype?

It can be, if the package matches the occasion. For groups that value unlimited drinks and a lively fixed-time experience, it may be good value. For diners who care more about food, flexibility and pace, a regular brunch may be the better choice.

The important thing is to compare the actual offer rather than choosing a brunch simply because the word “bottomless” appears in the title.