15 bars worth the trip across Singapore, editor-ranked by TableJourney. All Singapore guides.

Jigger and Pony ★ 4.9 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 165 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088539

Tip: Open from 6pm daily; Wednesday to Saturday until 2am. Book ahead for weekend evenings. The counter seats are coveted for watching the team work.

Nutmeg and Clove ★ 4.7 · Singapore

chinatown · 8 Purvis Street, Singapore 188587

Tip: Open from 5pm daily. The bar is in the CHIJMES/Bugis neighbourhood; pairs well with dinner at a nearby table before drinks here.

Atlas ★ 4.7 · Singapore

chinatown · 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778

Tip: A full hotel-bar experience; dress smart. The gin tower display alone justifies the visit. Ranked on the World's 50 Best Bars 2024 at No.43.

Native ★ 4.6 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 52A Amoy Street, Singapore 069878

Tip: Open Sunday to Saturday from 6pm. The bar runs a zero-waste policy; ask about the current foraged ingredient on the menu.

Manhattan ★ 4.6 · Singapore

orchard · 1 Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249715

Tip: Hotel bar dressing is expected; come with a reservation. Sunday brunch with cocktails runs 12pm to 3pm. Ranked on World's 50 Best Discovery list.

28 HongKong Street ★ 4.5 · Singapore

chinatown · 28 Hongkong Street, Singapore 059667

Tip: Open Monday to Thursday from 6pm to 2am; Friday and Saturday until 3am. Closed Sundays. No reservations; walk-in only.

D.Bespoke ★ 4.5 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 2 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089816

Tip: Call ahead; the intimate space fills quickly on weekends. Hand-carved ice takes time; allow the bar to set the pace.

Employees Only ★ 4.4 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 112 Amoy Street, Singapore 069932

Tip: Open from 5pm Monday to Friday, and Saturday. The kitchen serves food; the bar snacks pair well with the cocktail programme. Asia's 50 Best Bars, No. 89 in 2025.

Long Bar at Raffles Hotel ★ 4.4 · Singapore

chinatown · 328 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188719

Tip: Walk-ins only; no reservations. Come early evening for the best atmosphere. The S$37 Singapore Sling is worth it once for the history. Sunday to Wednesday until 10.30pm.

Tess Bar and Kitchen ★ 4.3 · Singapore

chinatown · 38 Seah Street, Singapore 188394

Tip: Good choice for groups wanting cocktails and food in one place. The late hours make it suitable for an after-dinner stop. Book ahead for weekend evenings.

The Elephant Room ★ 4.3 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 20 Teck Lim Road, Singapore 088391

Tip: Open from 6pm Tuesday to Sunday. A compelling partner to Thevar or Revolver for a South Asian-themed evening.

LeVeL33 ★ 4.3 · Singapore

marina-bay · 8 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018981

Tip: Book ahead for sunset and evening sessions. The Marina Bay view at dusk is spectacular. Happy hour on weekdays from 11am to 6pm.

Fat Prince ★ 4.2 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 48 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079320

Tip: Michelin Guide listed. Good for groups; the mezze sharing format works well alongside the cocktail programme. Book ahead for weekend evenings.

Headquarters by The Council ★ 4.1 · Singapore

chinatown · 3 Pickering Street, Singapore 048660

Tip: Open from 5pm Tuesday to Sunday. The large multi-level space makes it good for groups who have not planned carefully where to drink.

Keong Saik Snacks ★ 4.0 · Singapore

tanjong-pagar · 7 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089117

Tip: Keong Saik Road has multiple bars nearby; this is a good starting point for an evening that walks the strip. Open from 5pm daily.