Reign at The Rex is an elegant British restaurant in the heart of Manchester, offering refined all-day dining and an award-winning afternoon tea. Combining contemporary cooking with warm, attentive hospitality, it's equally suited to leisurely mornings, business lunches and celebratory occasions.
Located within The Rex, one of Manchester’s luxury boutique hotels, Reign makes the most of the building’s striking Art Deco interiors. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the space features grand semi-circular windows that flood the dining room with natural light and offer sweeping views across the city, creating an atmosphere that feels both timeless and sophisticated.
Breakfast showcases both continental favourites and cooked dishes. Guests can enjoy freshly baked pastries, seasonal fruit, yoghurt, cereals and juices, or opt for classics including a full English breakfast, eggs Benedict, Florentine or Royale, fluffy pancakes, cinnamon French toast, omelettes and crushed avocado on sourdough.
The restaurant is known for its afternoon tea, which boasts high-quality ingredients and elegant presentation. Served in beautiful Art Deco surroundings, the experience features stands of dainty finger sandwiches, warm homemade scones and pastries, accompanied by a carefully curated selection of premium teas and coffees. Vegetarian, vegan and savoury afternoon tea menus are also available.
As evening falls, Reign offers a seasonal tasting menu celebrating the finest British produce, prepared using modern techniques. Expect dishes such as Roscoff onion with pine nuts, Gorgonzola and port, hand-dived Scottish scallops with cucumber and sea fennel, heritage tomatoes with broad beans, and barbecued koji beef ribeye with spring onion, kimchi and coriander seed. Optional wine and Champagne pairings are available to elevate each course.
For those seeking a more relaxed experience, Reserve, The Rex's rooftop bar, serves cocktails, premium wines and a selection of refined small plates. Three outdoor terraces overlooking the Manchester skyline provide the perfect setting for aperitifs, post-dinner drinks or golden-hour cocktails.