The Whistling Kettle Troy

Amazing dinner! Service is impeccable and very personalized. The space looks like an old Spanish house and every little detail is well-thought. The menu is influenced by different cuisines ranging from Spanish, American, Filipino, French, Italian and so. I shall say, one of the best in the Philippines!

I’ll start by saying a love the whistling kettle. I do prefer the ballston spa location over the troy location. This is based on atmosphere. I typically feel more rushed at the troy one and the staff is a bit more impatient. The food is truly fantastic and I am a big fan of their smoked Gouda soup and scones. The tea and coffee selection is really great and in the warmer months the bottomless iced tea is awesome. All that being said I am still bummed that after many years they chose to take away the tea part of the afternoon tea tower. The price stayed the same but it no longer includes a tea or coffee. It was nice when it was a whole package.

The tea and coffee are delicious. The red pepper Gouda soup is amazing (better with some bread or chips to dip in it as it's an intense flavor). The sandwiches and crepes were interesting but a little bland. I got a BLT scone sandwich which had all the right parts but was pretty flavorless. My wife got a crepe which was basically the same situation, and the crepe itself was a little too tough for my taste.

The first time I went here I was truly amazed at the shop itself. The food was served quickly and tasted amazing. The teas all smelled wonderful and I honestly couldn't decide on which one to get. Everyone was so polite and kind there. I got a good laugh off of the shirts as well. I go here every so often because it is truly a wonderful place.