Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
122 Reviews
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- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Identifies as women-owned
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Fireplace
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Spirits
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Cosy
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Late-night food
- Lunch
- Casual
- Assistive hearing loop
- Brunch
- Outdoor seating
- Small plates
- Great cocktails
- Free of charge street parking
- Paid street parking
- Has changing table(s)
- Paid parking lot
- Live music
- Paid multi-storey car park
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Painters life
22.03.2024
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKINGWORST STAY IVE EVER HADMe and my wife stayed here for her 40th. (what a mistake this was) hotel looks nice on website. We arrived late as we were in London for the day. When we got there (about 7pm) we were told to sit down someone would be over. 10 mins latter a bar man came over with our room key and the card machine with the full stay amount plus more to put on my card. Which I thought was abit weird. I've never had to pay full stay before I've actually stayed. But I guess this would become apparent as to why latter. We went down for dinner they had music on in restaurant which was very loud and you could hardly hear yourself talk to eachother. Food was ok not great. Half way through dinner a singer came on for the night and this was just stupidly loud couldn't even talk to each other. When we went up to our room which was ok. The noise was just unreal like we were above a night club. We called down to speak to manager obviously no one could hear us over the music. This went on till just gone midnight (worst stay I've ever had. And one of most expensive) I went down to speak to manager and said I'd like a refund we were leaving. He said he couldn't give a refund and to talk in morning. We came down first thing in morning obviously no manager about to talk to. Complete cowards and scared of the confrontation. They had left the young waiting staff to deal with it who wanted the rest of the bill paid for the food we had. Which I was willing to pay as we ate it (we didn't enjoy there eve entertainment) any way we managed to get the owner on the phone who was rude and Def has no customer service skills. Wasn't prepared to give any refund bar the 130 pound champagne in room we didn't drink but was still reluctant to refund this. We were told to pay the bill and leave and we would get a refund latter. I had to call them again 10 days latter to be told I get a call back in an hour which I didn't obviously. She calls me another 2 days latter asking for bank details for a refund. Um no youve had long enough. I'm gonna dispute the full payment with the bank. Id rather have it all or nothing now
Karen Stroud
11.03.2024
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
What an amazing experience we had for our two night stay.We had on-site parking which was a huge help, we were greeted with a glass of fizz and then checked into our room.The room was very modern and you could tell it was of high quality, no expense had been spared, even air con in the room. Bed was super comfy and no light through the very think expensive beautiful curtains.Food was on point. We never eat in the same place twice but we chose to eat there on both nights as the food was of such quality and a great choice. Nothing was any trouble to accommodate and the staff were not only professional but so polite and fun. Wine menu was extensive and cocktails were fab and a great price.Breakfast was not only superbly cooked but all locally sourced.I cannot recommend the funky monk for giving us a wonderful 2 night stay, at such a competitive price. We were so close to the tube for the city as well as on the high street for shopping.This hotel needs to be rated 5stars for so many reasons and we will be staying again in the very near future. Thank you for making us feel so welcome and we look forward to seeing all of your faces again soon. Not only do we feel refreshed and relaxed but we have also found a little bolt hole we can trust and enjoy x
Georgie Gibbs
07.02.2024
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
We stayed in a gorgeous room at the funky monk for our wedding night.The room is beautifully designed and decorated amazingly for us!Bed was very comfortable!Staff were lovely and so was breakfast!100% recommend this luxurious hotelThank you so much x
Lyn Simpson
22.01.2024
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
Had Sunday lunch here.waited 20mins for a menu was not offered any drinks or water. We finally ordered the portions were so small my 4 yr old grandson could eat more. No gravy on the plate had to ask waited again waitress forgot. Carrots were so tiny was told they were heritage carrots terrible. My friend couldn’t eat her dinner the potatoes were hard . A terrible experience and was really expensive it’s not about the money it’s the quality and service . Manager wasn’t really bothered by our complaints and offered us a bottle of wine . Will not be returning.
marie Wilson-smyth
10.01.2024
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
Stayed here for two nights in the hotel. Didn't drink here. Had no clue it was a late loud bar under the hotel so you need to know that. Hotel wise the decor is stunning. However the bed is too hard and the pillows are too soft. Each to their own. Great coffee. No hand soap. The miniatures were taken away in the clean up after the first night so had nothing for the second morning including the two hair towels which was very annoying. The building is very old so be unsettling for some as it's very wonky in the hallway and I'm sure our bedroom fall wasn't level. It's full of character though. The second night on the Sunday had karaoke or a live singer so again the sound did travel and something to bear in mind. It did have Aircon. The bathroom is all black so can't creep in at night as it is too dark.
Blenard Hoxha
31.12.2023
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
Absolutely lovely venue for a fun night out. Nice food Great Service and lots of dancing after the meal! Thank you everyone at FM
John S
22.12.2023
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
Restaurante Review Only.We came here with high hopes and left with shatted dreams.The decor inside and outside spaces are very well done and a nice place to be.The staff are freidnly and helpful.The left down was the expensive and poor food.My sons fish and chips was the worst out the 3 dishes. ClThe fat cut chips were fine but the fish had the smell and texture of very a old fish. £19My wife ordered the Wagyu Burger. Again the chips were fine (skinny fries this time) but the burger was average at best. £24I ordered the Lamb Chops medium. The only dish I believe under the Grill" section that comes with no sides as standard
jessica Rowlatt
19.12.2023
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
It was ok. Service was good, The food isnt bad at all but nothing special. The main thing for us is the music was so loud during dinner we couldn’t hear ourselves speak, the staff couldn’t hear us ordering at times either when the singer was on. We didn’t mind at all when the 21:00 singer came on and she was getting the party started but it would have been nice to not have the 19:00 singer blaring out through the speakers , it’s not the biggest room and when i say you can’t hear yourselves speak you really can’t.It’s not what i would want thinking i’m going for a nice meal, but if you go with the mindset that it’s more of a party than a nice restraunt you would be fine.We had fun dancing in the bar , if the music was a little quieter during the dinner service it has potential to be great.
Lee Taylor
19.12.2023
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
The building has so much history and has been looked after incredibly well.The rooms are fantastic and the location is great.What really makes this place special is the staff. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. Nothing is to much trouble.They have time to laugh and joke with guests and make them feel really valued.My wife and I loved staying here much more than the commercial hotels.Will definitely stay again when back in Epping.
John Mac Eachen
17.12.2023
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms
£375 to listen to bad music being played really loudly while savouring the slight aroma of raw sewage. The next day they lay out a “breakfast” of stale bread, really dodgy looking salmon and bad coffee.The staff you meet are lovely, but the management know you do not have a choice if you want to stay in Epping town, so they over charge you, pump up the music and serve you leftovers.I complained, got told l would receive a call back. Never did, when l called again l was offered a free nights stay…why would anyone want to replicate the above experience.If you have to visit Epping, stay out of town!
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236 High St, Epping CM16 4AP
Funky Monk, Restaurant and Rooms