Singapore Bars & Cocktail Lounges
Another Oriental paean to the west, this ultra-modern city of soaring
skyscrapers and commercial efficiency is the world's busiest port and often
ridiculed for its sterility. But behind the spotlessly clean streets and
sanitized shopping malls it's a cultural melting pot - home to hundreds of
different Asian peoples who fuse languages and looks and food and religion
to create an exciting, vibrant whole. Sure, Singapore doesn't have the
edginess of Bangkok or the style of Hong Kong but, like Tokyo, its tradition
is still intact - just well hidden. Add to the Oriental mix some colonial
British history such as at Raffles, the world's most famous hotel, and the
visitor never lacks for variety or places to drink in. And all on an island
barely 26 miles long. Singapore Sling anyone?
INK Club Bar - Fairmont Singapore, 80 Bras Basah Road
An intimate club that draws you into its warm embrace, INK Club Bar is the perfect enclave for the hip and relaxed crowd. As the sun sets and darkness falls, 'live' music from the band entertains. An atmosphere of personalised service and an eclectic mix of fun and pleasure pervades at INK Club Bar.
Writers Bar in the Raffles Hotel
The Writers Bar is rich in history and pays homage to literary luminaries who have stayed at the Hotel or written about it. Such are the likes of Noel Coward, Somerset Maugham and Rudyard Kipling. With a wide collection of fine wines and spirits, soft piano music in the background and unobtrusive service, patrons may be inspired to pen their own tales.
Cocktails: 11am – 10pm (daily) 10pm – 11pm (residents only)
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Heat Ultra Lounge - Royal Plaza On Scotts, 25 Scotts Road
At Heat Ultra Lounge, open until the early hours of the morning, you can sip Martinis and chat flirtatiously whilst the night is young. Heat features an array of the hottest DJs spinning an eclectic mix of lively beats and a 52-inch state-of-the-art screen. Dashing uniformed staff complement the sophisticated interior with elegant spaces.
The Piano Bar - Grand Copthorne Waterfront, 392 Havelock Road
Serves speciality coffees, cigars and cognacs, cocktails and imported beers, complemented by nightly live entertainment to soulful R & B, lively reggae and hot Latin music.
Naumi Bar - Naumi, 41 Seah Street
Come sunset, the hotel lobby transforms into a vibrant social scene. This bar holds a rare collection of premium wines and high-quality whiskey and malts.
Alley Bar
- 2 Emerald Hill, Peranakan Place, 180 Orchard Road Singapore
- Telephone: +65 6732 6966
- Hours: Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am; Fri & Sat 5pm-3am
Cool gem of a space off Orchard Road that opens out onto a small
alleyway, hence the name. Inside it’s a glamorous high-ceiling space with a
distinctive L shape, making it feel like two bars in one. An excellent
cocktail menu features martinis, mojitos and margaritas, and Asian dishes
from the kitchen feature everything from dim sum to seafood dumplings.
Trendy Café del Mar-style lounge music brings the scene back to a western
style, which suits the ex-pats and hipster tourists who come here. Expect it
to get a little loud later on when in-the-know locals arrive for last
orders.
Kaspia Bar - Hilton, 581 Orchard Road
The ambience and decor of the Kaspia Bar exudes subtle chic, with its contemporary works of art, comfortable bucket-seats and plush sofas. It's a peaceful retreat for guests to unwind with a cocktail, or entertain business partners over an aromatic cup of freshly brewed coffee. A superb jazz vocalist entertains every evening except Sundays.
Harry's Quayside Bar
- Harry's Quayside Bar 28 Boat Quay Singapore
- Telephone: 00 65 538 3029
Harry's
was world famous anyway, but since this was the haunt of renegade broker
Nick Leeson who brought down Barings Bank, it's got added rogue appeal.
Classic American grill food from steaks to burgers, the best place for jazz
on the island, and great views of the water, it's perfect for laid back
lunches or lively nights of long drinks. The signature cocktail? Why not try
the popular Bank Breaker but check your balance afterwards. Live bands play
every night of the week.
Long Bar
- 1 Beach Road Raffles Hotel
- Singapore, 189673
- Telephone: 00 65 337 1886
The
bar of the world famous Raffles Hotel
where the legendary Singapore Sling was born. The Sling is naturally the
signature tune here and businessmen in suits, ex-pats in khaki and wide-eyed
tourists with whirring cameras come in to taste them and get to keep the
glass. Tradition dictates you throw your peanut shells on the floor so don't
be prudish, also why not check out the Billiard Room located on the other
side of the hotel, it's well worth a go! Classy and cultured with a colonial
club feel, if you have one drink in Singapore it should be here.
Asylum Lounge Bar
The
Asylum Lounge bar is the baby sister of the more famous Crazy Elephant which
is situated right next door in Clarke Quay. The Asylum Lounge Bar, which has
recently hosted the party for the movie the MAID which invited all the stars
and crew to party with Singaporeans, offers people the experience to drink
and eat in a semi-Indonesian chill out setting both indoors and outdoor with
a terrace that overlooks the Clarke Quay bay. Famous for its countless
cocktails and shooters, it also offers home made cuisine designed to make
your mouth water. The Asylum Lounge Bar is the ideal relaxing experience,
with MTV showcased on a daily basis on its giant plasma screen. Created to
look and feel like a house party, the Asylum Lounge Bar, with it’s stylish
and cozy interior, promises to give visitors to Clarke Quay a unique
experience Lazius Kaye Marketing Manager lazius@asylum.com.sg RSVP: (+65)
6337 1990 F: 6336 5875 HP: (+65) 9035 6745
- 01-07 Clarke Quay
- Singapore 179024
- Phone: 67361312
Intermezzo Bar at
Orchard Hotel Singapore
It's the place to be for a night of lively entertainment with our dynamic
resident artists. Feel the day's tension slip away as you sip your favourite
drink. Elaborate range of Scotch, wines, creative cocktails and
International coffees and teas are available. |
