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What to order
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Full English Breakfast
This is the most frequently recommended item across the reviews. It’s repeatedly praised for being delicious, freshly cooked, great value, and served in very generous portions with good quality ingredients.
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Scrambled Egg
Specifically highlighted as fluffy and moist, showing that even individual breakfast items are cooked well and to a high standard.
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Egg And Bacon Sandwich
Recommended for its size and quality: reviewers called it the biggest they’d had, with perfectly cooked eggs and the bonus of buttered toast.
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Full Breakfast With Coffee
Several reviews point out the strong value of getting a full breakfast with coffee for a very low price, making it a standout budget-friendly choice.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
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| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Singing Kettle
The Singing Kettle is a cafe, breakfast restaurant, coffee shop, and restaurant in Whitby, England. It is known for full English breakfasts, cooked breakfasts, and a straightforward no-frills style, with reviewers consistently praising the friendly staff, early opening, generous portions, and strong value for money. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, and it is popular with breakfast and lunch diners, including solo visitors and dog owners. It is cash-only, though some reviews note cards may be taken, and it has a wheelchair accessible entrance, takeout, dine-in, and onsite service.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Coffee
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is The Singing Kettle known for?
It is best known for the full English breakfast, which reviewers describe as freshly cooked, hot, and very filling. People also consistently mention the friendly service, early opening, and low prices, with several saying it is a great-value spot in Whitby.
What dishes are most recommended at The Singing Kettle?
The most recommended items are the full English breakfast, egg and bacon sandwich, scrambled eggs, and cooked breakfasts with tea or coffee. Reviewers also mention porridge, toast, and cakes, and they often say the portions are large for the price.
What is the atmosphere like at The Singing Kettle?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and very much like a traditional local greasy spoon. Reviewers describe it as busy but welcoming, with a local tradesmen feel, and it suits solo breakfast visits, couples, and groups who want a simple sit-down meal.
Is The Singing Kettle good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is widely praised for value, and the listed price range is £1–10. Reviewers mention full English breakfasts for about £9 to £10 with tea or coffee, and they repeatedly call the portions generous and the prices excellent for Whitby.
How early does The Singing Kettle open, and when is the best time to go?
It opens early, with reviews noting a 5.30am opening, and several people recommend going early because it can get busy and there may be a queue out the door. Early birds also mention it as a good stop before heading out for the day, especially for breakfast.
Is parking available at The Singing Kettle?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does The Singing Kettle have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Singing Kettle offers vegetarian options.
Is The Singing Kettle kid-friendly?
Yes, The Singing Kettle is good for kids.
