Having trouble picking a romantic and intimate bar? Here are our favourite cocktail spots in Singapore for you to impress your date.
We get it; first dates can be nerve-wracking. But, hey, choosing the right venue is half the battle won. If you’re looking for a swoon-worthy spot that impresses without going OTT, consider one of these romantic bars in Singapore. Offering intimate ambience and delicious tipples, these cosy spots are perfect for fighting the jitters while sparking a new connection. From discreet watering holes to swanky rooftop bars, we’ve personally visited these spots to ensure a memorable rendezvous. Here’s where to secure your reservation for two!
Best romantic bars in Singapore
Our recommendations if you’re pressed for time:
- Best for the adventurous: Oriental Elixir
- Soak in stunning views: Level33
- Indulge in a taste of nostalgia: Mama Diam
- A classy escape: Taylor Adam
1. Night Hawk: For a secret rendezvous
If your date for the night is someone who values novelty above all, it doesn’t get any better than Night Hawk. This 25-seater bar is tucked away behind an unsuspecting door and a sign that’s easy to miss. The space is as beautiful as it is mysterious, featuring plush bar stools and futuristic lighting.
On the menu: fun and quirky drinks with names like Quantum Observation Obsolete and Meteor Impact Imminent. If you prefer the classics, we recommend the Nighthawks which is the bar’s version of espresso martini. The cosy space is also a good excuse to sit extra close while having your late night heart-to-heart conversation.
Must-try drinks: Nighthawks
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 5.30pm to 12am
Address: Night Hawk, #01-02, 43 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088464
2. Mama Diam: For a dose of nostalgia
Break the ice with knick knacks, snacks, and tipples from this nostalgic hidden bar along Prinsep Street. We recommend knocking back cocktails that are unique, with creatively Singaporean spins placed on classic faves. Think chai tarik brew (a spiced whisky-based concoction), and bittersweet Nanyang tiramisu topped with vanilla cream.
You can even down shooters in crowd-favourite flavours such as Milo gao, kaya, and sour plum. Don’t forget to snap some cute pictures with your date at the super realistic mama shop stand outside the bar area.
Must-try drinks: Chai tarik brew; Nanyang tiramisu; Pisang Old Fashioned
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 4pm to 10.30pm; Friday and Saturday, 4pm to 12am
Address: Mama Diam, #01-01, 38 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188665
3. Gibson: For craft cocktail connoisseurs
If your date is a maximalist at heart, just above Live Twice you’ll find an award-winning hidden gem: Gibson. The bar’s warm furnishings and plush booth seats provide lots of corners to canoodle in. Plus, you can easily set the mood with playful cocktails that have some of the most interesting flavour infusions we’ve seen. If you need a recommendation, you can’t go wrong with the namesake drink – the Gibson. It’s dry and umami, with a hint of fruitiness.
Must-try drinks: Gibson; Root Beer Old Fashioned; Cherry Bomber
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: Gibson, Level 2, 20 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089832
4. Hup San Social Club: For late-night cosying up
Head to this new bar at the corner of Club Street and Ann Siang for an intimate and romantic evening. Having taken over the old Ssal, Hup San Social Club breathes new life into its heritage-rich locale, and won our hearts with their warm ambience that feels like home. While the 12-seater space might feel like a squeeze, it’s the perfect excuse to get cosy with your date.
The signature cocktails revolve around curiosity and nostalgia, and the bartender is more than happy to share recommendations based on your preferred flavour profiles. Consider us impressed by standouts like the refreshing Cold Soup (inspired by Korean cold noodles) and Pumpkin Ma Heart, a sweet tipple reminiscent of Teochew yam paste.
Must-try drinks: Pumpkin Ma Heart; Cold Soup
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 6pm to 12am
Address: Hup San Social Club, 98 Club Street, Singapore 069467
5. Hopscotch: For locally-inspired flair and flavours
Surprise your date at this craft cocktail bar known for locally-inspired flavours. The innovative cocktails draw inspiration from rich Singaporean culture for an immersive tippling experience. In celebration of Hopscotch’s 10th anniversary, its latest menu offers a dazzling line-up of 27 returning favourites, alongside a new creation: A Decade In Time. Served in an hourglass within a glowing infinity mirror, this visually stunning drink blends apple flower and kumquat gin, sakura Mancino, soursop, blue pea vanilla, hops tincture, and a touch of chocolate and mint.
Plus, look forward to the return of iconic cocktails that showcase unique local flavours and the brand’s signature showmanship. Stealing the spotlight is Wish Upon A Lantern, a whimsical gin-based cocktail inspired by the Chinese Lantern Festival. Sip on the sweet and musky tipple crafted with grape, mangosteen and basil. Another standout is Lion City Tiki, a bold, tropical rum drink that pays tribute to Singapore’s cultural roots and tropical flair.
Must-try drinks: A Decade In Time; Wish Upon A Lantern; Lion City Tiki
Opening hours: Varies by location
Address: Hopscotch, multiple locations including Capitol, Gardens by the Bay and Gillman Barracks
6. Oriental Elixir: For adventure seekers
This Haji Lane watering hole has all the makings of a speakeasy. Think dim lights, shelves of non-descript liquor bottles and jars, and a hodgepodge of antiques and experimental cocktails. Just tell the bartender your choice of poison and he’ll whip up something as intriguing as the bar’s ambience.
Must-try drinks: Seasonal menu
Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 7pm to 12am
Address: Oriental Elixir, Level 2, 19 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089833
7. Intermission Bar: For cinephiles
Where do movie-goers head to after catching a good film? The Projector, our go-to cinema for indie films, is also home to the Intermission Bar. Known for attracting fans of cult titles such as George Miller’s Mad Max series, Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange and Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho, the place exudes total coolness. Just like the films screened here, the drinks are not mainstream, so crack open a cold one from the wide array of craft beers and get ready to discuss your favourite films.
Must-try drinks: Craft beers
Opening hours: Wednesday to Friday, 4pm to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday, 1pm to 10pm
Address: Intermission Bar, #05-00, Golden Mile Tower, 6001 Beach Road, Singapore 199589
8. Live Twice: For laid-back whisky lovers
While we miss Flagship’s rock and roll backdrop, its replacement, Live Twice, is a new-style Japanese bar that exudes intimacy with dim lighting, wooden interiors and an eclectic playlist of tunes in the background. The minimalistic aesthetic extends to the cocktails as well, with no more than four ingredients in the mix. Treat your date to a glass, then huddle in one of the cosy nooks and be transported to the cinematic world of Wong Kar-wai.
Must-try drinks: Vesper; Small Blessings
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: Live Twice, 18 – 20 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089834
9. Level33: For corporate high-fliers
Perched high above the city in the penthouse of Marina Bay Financial Centre, this high-tech brewery, restaurant and lounge is an impressive venue for a first date, especially if your partner is a fan of craft beers. You’ll be well rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding skyline and glittering waters as you toast to your love life.
Must-try drinks: Blond Lager; wheat beer
Opening hours: Daily, 12pm to 11pm
Address: Level33, #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, 8 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018981
10. Taylor Adam: For couples with class
If your date is a fan of Kingsman or James Bond, take them down to Taylor Adam. This swanky little bar is concealed behind the facade of a bespoke tailor at Raffles Place. The menu of tipples has been split into signatures, all-time favourites, and it even has a low/no ABV section if you’re looking to avoid alcohol for the night. Spoiled for choice? You can opt for a bespoke drink too, just ask the bartender!
Must-try drinks: Carried Away; Carpe Diem
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 5pm to 12am
Address: Taylor Adam, #01-03, One Raffles Place, 1 Raffles Place, Singapore 048616
11. The Other Room: For the intimate duo
This hidden hotel spot is the perfect spot to snuggle up on plush furniture under dim lights with a cocktail in hand. The Prohibition-inspired bar specialises in bespoke cocktails and cask-finished spirits that’ll cater to pretty much any palate. We also really dig its mix of jazzy tunes and modern swing music that’ll get you in the mood for romance.
Must-try drinks: Tang Sling; All About The Basil
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 2am; Friday and Saturday, 6pm to 3am
Address: The Other Room, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel (ground floor, behind the black curtain), 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865
12. Mo Bar: For wanderlust souls
Mo Bar is all about blending the finest ingredients together with progressive techniques. While the menu changes pretty often, it spotlights ingredients, techniques, or recipes from all over the world. But no matter what drink you choose, you’ll end up marvelling at the breathtaking views of Marina Bay. It never gets old.
Must-try drinks: Seasonal menu
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 5pm to 12am; Friday and Saturday, 5pm to 1am
Address: Mo Bar, Marina Square, 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797
Now, who’s ready for date night at these romantic bars in Singapore?
