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Rin Sura

206 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

Recommended by 58 people

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206 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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+61 3 9942 7047
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rin Sura

Sydney Road tables crowd fast for Rin Sura’s bold take on modern Thai—punchy, stylish, and built for vibrant date nights. Dim lighting and comfortable banquettes set the rhythm, while plates ditch standard takeaway tropes for serious craft. Regulars swear by the dry-style duck red curry, wok-fried cashew chicken, and crisp pork ribs, balanced by thoughtful cross-cuisine turns like pumpkin arancini with Tom Yum mayo. Out back, a lush garden courtyard offers open-air dining framed by greenery. Tables fill with multi-course tour banquets and chili-rimmed mango margaritas, alongside plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options. Service moves briskly, making it easy to settle into a feast before the kitchen calls last orders on weeknights.

  • Modern Thai Fusion: Features bold creations like dry duck red curry alongside playful fusion plates such as pumpkin arancini with Tom Yum mayo.
  • Tasting Tour Menus: Multi-course tasting formats like the Rin Sura Tour deliver a guided feast across top appetizers and signature mains.
  • Garden Courtyard: An open-air garden space out back surrounded by leafy plants and evening lights.
  • Spiced Cocktails: A dedicated lineup of craft drinks, anchored by the chili-dusted Mango Margarita.
  • Dietary Accommodating: Broad selection of dishes catering easily to gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diners.
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Why Dine at Rin Sura

Discover modern Thai fusion, curated set tours, and lush courtyard dining on Sydney Road.

  • Inventive Thai Fusion Creations

    Rin Sura blends classic Thai taste profiles with contemporary Western elements like pumpkin arancini served alongside Tom Yum mayo, Massaman meatballs, and burrata.

    the pumpkin arancini paired with Tom Yum mayo provided a refreshing Thai twist to the classic Italian dish.

    Forkin’ Opinions

  • Energetic Ambience for Date Nights

    A chic, energized dining space combined with polished service and craft cocktails creates an ideal setting for special evenings and romantic dates.

    A classy place with great service, Atmosphere that will put a swagger in your step. Excellent for dates.

    Pav Kalinowski

  • Curated Multi-Course Tasting Menus

    The multi-course Rin Sura Tour tasting menu lets guests sample standout dishes across the menu seamlessly without decision fatigue.

    Ordered the Rin Sura tour this time and all the food was divine and great value for money.

    Olivia Faneco

  • Dietary-Accommodating Modern Menu

    A balanced menu structure pairs fast, attentive hospitality with an extensive range of vegan, vegetarian, and dietary-friendly dishes.

    A modern Thai restaurant with a great range of veg/vegan options and fantastic cocktails.

    Mark Poopies

  • Lush Garden Courtyard Dining

    The rear outdoor courtyard offers open-air dining under evening lighting, surrounded by bright green plants.

    The atmosphere was amazing as we were sitting in the garden with so many bright green plants and very nice lighting.

    Dana Humm

  • Spacious Alfresco Group Setting

    Sydney Road diners can host intimate gatherings or group dinners with private or spacious back patio seating away from the front hustle.

    We had a party of 6 and the whole courtyard to ourselves.

    Ariel Magid

Guest-favourite modern Thai fusion dishes and starters

  • Prawn dumplings

    Each dumpling was a pocket of well-seasoned delight, boasting a perfect balance of texture and flavor that set a delightful tone for the meal.

    Forkin’ Opinions

  • Pork ribs

    The pork ribs is the star.

    Melody

  • Pumpkin arancini with Tom Yum mayo

    Breaking away from tradition, the pumpkin arancini paired with Tom Yum mayo provided a refreshing Thai twist to the classic Italian dish.

    Forkin’ Opinions

  • Massaman meatballs

    Each bite packed a rich umami punch, delivering sheer bliss that had us longing for the next morsel.

    Forkin’ Opinions

Other favorites

Craft cocktails, fusion starters, and sweet finishes

  • Burrata

    the burrata is a must order

    Bianca Wacker

  • Mango margarita

    chilli on the side takes this to another level

    Andrew

  • Lady Boy

    Delicious cocktails, highly recommend the Lady Boy.

    Francine Ganci

  • Pandan parfait

    Concluding our meal on a high note, the pandan parfait, and all we can say is wow!

    Forkin’ Opinions

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and distinct touches that elevate your dining experience

  • Resident Courtyard Cat

    Diners in the outdoor garden space share the setting with the restaurant's resident cat.

  • Spiced-Rim Cocktails

    Specialty cocktails are prepared with distinctive touches, including drinks served with vibrant, spiced glass rims.

  • Gluten-Free & Dietary Accommodations

    The kitchen prepares a predominantly gluten-free menu alongside dedicated vegetarian selections to accommodate dietary preferences.

  • Distinctive Dry-Style Curries

    Curries are crafted in a dry curry style rather than standard coconut milk bases, offering a distinctive texture.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for planning your dinner and ordering smoothly at Rin Sura.

  • Order Promptly on Weekdays

    Place your full food order up front during weekday dinners, as the kitchen can shut as early as 8:30pm.

  • Opt for the Tasting Tour

    To minimize menu decision fatigue and sample standout dishes like the ribs and salmon, opt for the multi-course Rin Sura Tour.

  • Request the Garden Courtyard

    Diners seeking outdoor seating surrounded by greenery and evening lighting should aim for courtyard seating during warmer months.

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