Set inside an oak-pannelled dining room with an intimate atmosphere, The Manor Restaurant offers a contemporary menu drawing on English traditions and Mediterranean favourites. You’ll find it within the Muthu Belstead Brooke Hotel, which formerly served as a hunting lodge in the 16th century, but is now better known as a comfortable staycation option complete with a spa, nine acres of grounds, and extensive gardens. That said, The Manor Restaurant is a popular destination in its own right, whether as a pit stop for breakfast, a full Sunday roast, or a luxurious afternoon tea.
The kitchen team sources as much as possible from farms and suppliers surrounding Ipswich, focusing on authentic cuisine and comforting flavours. For example, the a la carte menu at The Manor Restaurant kicks off with starters like mushroom ravioli in a light and creamy tomato sauce, mussels mariniere, and asparagus wrapped in Parma ham and served with shaved parmesan and rocket.
Main courses, meanwhile, might include the likes of slow-cooked rolled pork belly with mashed potatoes and a cider jus, steak and chips with tomato and mushroom, and ‘Chicken Manor’ - a signature butterflied chicken supreme with ham and cheese in a light tomato sauce. For something sweet, desserts offer up classics like sticky toffee pudding, crème brulee, and a crumble special, while there’s a selection of cheeses for those of a more savoury inclination.
The Manor Restaurant also serves a children's menu, along with a vegan menu, and the dining room opens into a library complete with glorious Victorian stained glass. Alternatively, the Garden Bar offers more casual gastro-pub dishes, plus an afternoon tea menu with an assortment of finger sandwiches, homemade scones, miniature cakes, tea and prosecco. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, going for a business lunch, or looking to relax over afternoon tea, The Manor Restaurant is a versatile choice.