Funky Monk Hotel, Restaurant, bar

Name: Funky Monk Hotel, Restaurant, bar
Address: Funky Monk Essex Ltd, 236 High Street, Epping, Epping, CM16 4AP, GB

Food hygiene rating 1 out of 5 — Major improvement necessary

Type: Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address: Funky Monk Essex Ltd, 236 High Street, Epping, Essex, CM16 4AP
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Inspected: 28 Jul 2026
Council: Epping Forest Council
Hygienic food handling: Good
Cleanliness and condition of facilities: Very good
Management of food safety: Major improvement necessary

How it compares

Of the 186 rated food businesses in Epping, 97% are rated higher and 3% the same.
Of the 919 rated food businesses in the Epping Forest Council area, 98% are rated higher and 2% the same.

Business's right to reply

<p> <em>&quot;The Funky Monk has historically maintained a 5-star food hygiene rating. During the unannounced inspection on 28 July 2026, the business owner was absent due to severe illness. While our physical kitchen standards were judged to be highly compliant (&#39;Good&#39; food handling and &#39;Very Good&#39; cleanliness), our onsite team failed to successfully present our Food Safety Management documentation to the officer. We have since completely re-trained our staff, reinforced our daily log compliance, and applied for an urgent paid re-visit to restore our 5-star rating as quickly as possible.&quot;&nbsp; Owner, Funky Monk Essex Ltd</em></p>

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