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Travellers' Choice2023
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US$13 - US$25
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Bar, British, Pub
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Reviewed 3 days ago

I hosted mine and a colleagues works leaving do for around 40 people at Rain Bar last night. Despite it being a busy time for Akex and his team, they managed to reserve some tables for us and serve bar food to early arrivals. The...food was lovely. The staff were absolutely brilliant, so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. I'd would highly recommend this bar for any occasion and will definitely be bringing family and friends here again. Thankyou so much Alex.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

Hi Su Thank you for your feedback, t is very much appreciated. We are so pleased both you and your guest enjoyed your visit with us at Rain bar and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. I shall pass on your...More

Reviewed 1 week ago

Alex and his team hosted 45 of us for our annual post film premiere lunch and presentations. We're Acting on Impulse, a Manchester-based charity who work with marginalised and vulnerable, most of whom have been homeless at some point in their lives. Being a charity,...we were on a tight budget, which Alex was able to accommodate. Leading up to the day, communication with Alex was prompt, clear and straight forward - very reassuring. On the day, the food was excellent - two great options and very tasty. Everyone commented on how good it was. It was served very efficiently and courteously. The Rain Bar is a super location and the function room upstairs is light and airy with great views over the canal. I'd like to thank Alex & his team for a great lunch and wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone wanting to hold a value-for-money function in central Manchester.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hi Mark Thank you so much for your kind words, both myself and our team at Rain bar thoroughly enjoyed hosting your event, and made it even sweeter to know that all your guest enjoyed there experience. We look forward to the next event Kind...More

Reviewed 1 week ago

We had a group meet here and it was incredible. Chris and the team were so helpful, professional and supportive from the booking to the evening. There were 14 of us there and we all so how well we were treated and looked after. The...team made sure we were comfortable and that really made the different. I can't recommend this place enough for a friendly, laid back meeting place for a group of friends.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Hi Liz Thank you for your feedback, i shall be sure to tell Chris and the team of your kind words, we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

A great place to escape the cold November rain. Great atmosphere and beers, friendly staff, lovely and warm. First time visit definitely not the last.More

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Date of visit: November 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi Steve Thank you for your feedback it is much appreciated. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your visit with us at Rain Bar, i shall pass on your comments to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Rain bar in the...More

Reviewed 19 October 2023

Went with my husband and daughter. Food, Drinks, view, everything was amazing. Looking forward to go again.

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Date of visit: August 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 20 October 2023

Hi Pamela Thank you for your feedback it is much appreciated. I'm so pleased you and your family enjoyed your visit with us, and hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 16 October 2023

We recently booked the function room upstairs for a special birthday party. From my initial enquiry with Sarah to the many emails to Alex, everything has gone so smoothly in getting everything booked. Our event was on Saturday (14th Oct) and it couldn't have gone...any better! Alex was there to meet and greet us and introduced us to our fantastic bar staff for the night (special shout out to Joe, Beth and Shane). We had some food upstairs before the party started, it was all delicious and a very quick service considering how busy it was downstairs, very impressed. Nothing was too much trouble, the room gives off a really lovely ambience and the balcony is fantastic for additonal extra space. We loved every minute and will definitely be booking again! Thanks to everyone at Rain Bar, it is definitely a jewel in the City!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 18 October 2023

Hi Nat Thank you for your kind words I shall, ensure that these are passed on to the team, I'm happy that you both had a great birthday celebration, and we look forward to seeing you again soon Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 24 September 2023

Booked a table for 6 sat lunch time - food was excellent and good prices. The service was great - the waitress looked after us and checked in on us for drinks etc and we weren't rushed. Will defo visit again. One member of party...had allergies and they were very keen to make sure everything was OK and we're very thoroughMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2023

Hi Claire Thank you for your feedback it is very much appreciated, I'm so pleased yourself and your guest enjoyed your meal and visit to Rain Bar. I shall pass on your comments to the team. We hope to see you again in the not...More

Reviewed 7 September 2023

Great bar with great staff. Beer garden offering unique place overlooking Rochdale Canal a stones throw from the old Hacienda.

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Date of visit: August 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 8 September 2023

Hi Michael Thank you so much for your feedback it is much appreciated, I will be sure to pass on your recognition to the team. We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 6 September 2023

I had my 50th birthday party at the Rain Bar in the function room in early September 2023. It was all very easy to arrange with Alex and his team. We had our own music played through the room speakers, and a slide show on...the TVs. The function room is a great venue with its own bar and terrace (overlooking the canal), with easy access to toilets. We had great weather so guests spent a lot of time outside. We had the buffet which was very good and plentiful (one of the guests went back for 3rds which definitely means something). The staff on the night were very helpful and friendly. Plenty of variety of drinks at the bar. I would certainly recommend to hire.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2023

Hi Robert Thank you for your feedback, its was our pleasure to host your 50th Birthday celebration, we are so pleased you and your guest enjoyed the evening, i shall pass on your comments to the team. Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 17 August 2023

Lovely environment, nice interior and exterior. Nice clientele. For such a successful bar, why can’t you employ more staff?More

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Date of visit: August 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 August 2023

Hi Christine I'm so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Rain Bar, it is a shame that you experienced unsatisfactory service as we do have a full compliment of team members, but very occasionally we can get unexpectedly busy, I can only apologise and hope...More

Reviewed 7 August 2023

Thank you for a superb wedding reception for Jack & Helen Saturday 5th August. Superb food. Outstanding service. Congratulations Helen & Jack. Congratulations The Rain Bar.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 9 August 2023

Hi Cath It was our pleasure, Helen & Jack and all the guest were absolutely charming and a joy to host Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 6 August 2023

Booked the upstairs event space for my 30th Birthday and it was perfect. Recently been refurbed the upstairs function room was the perfect size and style for it, the location is excellent. Such a nice space for city centre at a competitive price. Alex and...the rest of the team were incredibly helpful from start to end. All the guests had the best time and would definitely recommend. 😊More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2023

Hi Daniel It was our pleasure we are so pleased you and your guest enjoyed your party at the Rain Bar Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 25 July 2023

We had our wedding reception here on the 8th July 2023 and we were bowled over! It was all absolutely amazing! Sarah was an especial help throughout (since we contacted her first in May 2022) and answered all of our questions and concerns with professionalism...and kindness. Alex also helped coordinate closer to the time and they were both absolute gems on the day, as were all of the staff! We couldn’t have asked for or expected better. Our guests all commented on how great the food was (most people said it was the best wedding meal they ever had, and my husband and I certainly concur!), there was an array of drinks on offer, the room looked amazing, everything was handled swiftly and efficiently. We were able to drop in our decorations the day before and were allowed in early to set up the room, and they kept all of our things safely for us to collect the following day. We would absolutely recommend Rain Bar for anyone looking for a venue for any event.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Alex King, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2023

Hi Aisling Thank you so much for your feedback, i shall pass on your comments to the team, it was our pleasure to host your wedding celebration at the the Rain Bar we are happy that all your guest also enjoyed there day/evening. Kind Regards...More

Reviewed 25 June 2023

Great atmosphere and welcoming of guests from Canada. They make you feel so welcome especially Alice!!!

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Date of visit: June 2023
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Rain Bar, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 3 July 2023

Hi Kim We are so pleased you and your party enjoyed your visit with us at Rain Bar, I shall pass on your thanks to Alice. Kind Regards Alex

Reviewed 25 June 2023

Great for family gatherings. Nice quality food, good selection of beers and easy to deal with staff. Highly recommended and we look forward to the next visit.

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Date of visit: June 2023
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Rain Bar, General Manager at Rain Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 3 July 2023

Thank you so much for your comments it is much appreciated, i shall pass this on to the team. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future Kind Regards Alex

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  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5