The Monk's Retreat
163 Friar Street, RG1 1HE - Reading
·£10–20
Bar
British
Menu - Popular Dishes
Fish Chips and Peas
Burnt Bacon
Cider
Beef Burger
English Breakfast
Guinness
Mixed Grill
Beer-Battered Onion
White Wine
Chicken Pot Pie
Starters Platter
Breakfast Sandwich
Coca Cole
Guiness Beer
Challenge Burger
Gammon Steak
Bluemoon Beer
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Patatas Bravas
Cobbler
Verified Dish
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Outdoor seating
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Wine
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Casual
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Good for groups
👍 Recommended by 7 people
+1
Including Stevie Lawrence
📊 Popular Times
Not busy
Moderate
Very busy
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Google Reviews ⭐ 3.8/5 (1533)
2 months ago
Mushy peas and fish-n-chips are super delicious 😋 Zach, the bartender, was very helpful with choice of drinks and Guiness beer is a total must. Loved the place! …
a month ago
NOT RECOMMENDED.
Worst pub experience I ever had, I think. …
a month ago
Went in to the monks retreat. They very kindly put the football for us and sorted us a table. …
4 months ago
The Monks Retreat is a lively spot that’s great for a casual drink or a meal with friends. The atmosphere is welcoming with plenty of seating and a good mix of locals and visitors. Drinks are well priced with a wide range of beers, ciders …
2 months ago
Tasty breakfast and excellent service, nice and clean place
5 months ago
Me and my friends were in there till it closed yesterday evening and had such a great night! Bar tenders were amazing, we had Phillip looking after us and I think Callum was the other guys name too, but they were so so great! Highly recommend!!
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour food
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Parking
Difficult to find a space
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