Singapore’s drinking scene is flourishing, with 11 homegrown watering holes making the list of Asia’s Best Bars in 2024. This stands as a testament to the creativity and flair of the local bar scene, with hotspots like Keong Saik and Club Street buzzing till the wee hours every weekend – you can’t accuse the Lion City of being boring.
What sweetens the pot here are the plethora of happy hour promotions available in Singapore, with popular hangouts like Jigger & Pony and Kinki offering some of the most attractive deals, while new bars like Cygnet Bar and Jungle Ballroom giving people even more variety with a range of creative offerings. Here are 15 bars you should check out for wallet-friendly pours.
1. Jigger & Pony
World-class cocktails at a steal
Cocktail connoisseurs in Singapore will undoubtedly be acquainted with Jigger & Pony, an acclaimed bar that’s become a regular fixture on the World’s Top 50 Bars list (#14 in the world and #2 in Asia in 2023). The bar is currently housed in Amara Singapore, and features a polished, dark wood counter that lends it an old-world charm.
Fittingly, the cocktails often feature a vintage twist. The happy hour menu includes classics like the Negroni – made with Fords Gin, Mancino Chinato and Campari – and a Cocktail of the Month like the Pear & Tonic (gin, pear, hops, lemon).
The deal: From 6pm to 7.30pm daily, enjoy special prices on a selection of cocktails, wines and beer. Happy hour cocktails are $19 each.
2. Parliament
Highballs, low prices and slick grooves
Funky dive bar Parliament, just off Keong Saik, is one of the most democratic spots for after-work drinks. Classic cocktails like the Margarita and the Old Fashioned are a cheerful $16 each, but from Tuesdays to Thursdays, highballs go for just a tenner during happy hour.
While you’re there, grab one of their famous Southern Fried Chicken Burgers, made with succulent buttermilk-marinated thigh meat, Monterey Jack, and a finger-licking chipotle aioli. Keep the party going after; rotating signature cocktails are a wallet-friendly $20, one of the best deals on the block.
The deal: Highballs are $10 during Happy Times 5pm to 7pm, Tuesday to Thursday.
3. Las Palmas
Escape the mundane at this pastel-perfect poolside sky bar
Just minutes from the ever-bustling Orchard Road lies Las Palmas, Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena’s rooftop oasis. This stylish hotel bar, designed by Emma Maxwell, offers breathtaking views and surprisingly affordable tipples. Lounge by the glistening pool with a glass of prosecco and let your cares fade away with the balmy breeze.
Their Happy Hour extends to the weekend, where sundowner cocktails, like the whisky sour and the margarita, go for $18++. Beer-lovers will appreciate Tap Beer Tuesdays where beers go for $10++ a glass. On Saturdays and Sundays, beers flow freely for 2 hours for $45++.
The deal: Sundowner Happy Hour runs from Tuesday to Friday, 5pm to 7pm and weekends from 3pm to 7pm.
4. Bar Square
High-rise hidden gem in the middle of Bugis
Come cocktail hour, people tend to flock to Andaz Singapore’s scenic rooftop bar Mr Stork. But the hotel has another bar-with-a-view that’s sometimes overlooked – Bar Square on its 25th floor. The bright and airy communal lounge offers signature cocktails, wines by the glass and beers, including Andaz’s own pilsner.
Try Green Gardens, which pays tribute to Gardens by the Bay, a refreshing, balanced blend of vida mezcal, St-Germain, green chartreuse, super cucumber, and calamansi. For couples, the two-seater by the bar offers a little more privacy to sip champagne as the sun sets.
The deal: Happy hour runs from 4pm to 7pm on weekdays and 3pm to 7pm on weekends. Wines start from $13, and the Singapore-inspired cocktails are available at $15 instead of the usual $26.
5. Jungle Ballroom
Embark on a cocktailian adventure at Mondrian Singapore Duxton
Most cocktail bars serve a pared-back menu during Happy Hour, but Jungle Ballroom, led by head bartender Adrian Besa, isn’t one to follow convention. Housed on the third floor of the fashionable Mondrian Singapore Duxton, the lounge offers guests exclusive half-off prices on its full cocktail range during Happy Hour. Cocktail lovers can explore the exciting menu, inspired by a flavour expedition through Asia, without breaking the bank.
Try the Singapore-influenced Duxton Hill, made with Hennessy VSOP, homegrown Brass Lion gin, Breakfast Martini vermouth blend, and nutmeg. Bar bites, like Hyogo oysters served with ponzu jelly and pickled jalapeno, are also available.
The deal: The whole cocktail menu (which starts at $26) is half-off during Cocktail Hour, which runs from 6pm to 9pm, from Tuesday to Saturday.
6. White Shades
Elevated pub favourites on a rooftop terrace
Sundowners at White Shades’ rooftop bar are now especially enticing thanks to the pocket-friendly Happy Hour deals. From 5pm to 7pm, tapped cocktails and beers are going for just $10, a relative steal at the trendy Telok Ayer ‘hood. For the moment, there are four easy-going draft cocktails available, including the Elderflower’s Dew (U.P. $16), made with St-Germain elderflower liqueur, gin and bubbles.
If you’re peckish, crowd-pleasing bar grub like the bite-sized barramundi fish tacos or the crispy WS wings are highly recommended.
The comfortable Paris bistro chairs lend a breezy charm to the terrace, and the awning provides shade on hot days – but of course, there’s always boozy gelato downstairs to seek some respite in.
The deal: From 5pm to 7pm, drinks start from $10, a relative steal in the trendy Telok Ayer neighbourhood. At the moment, there are four easy-going draft cocktails available, including the Crimson Earl (Ketel One, earl grey, cranberry).
7. Live Twice
Refined libations at a retro Japanese lounge
Live Twice, Jigger & Pony Group’s elegant, minimalist cocktail bar on trendy Bukit Pasoh, is inspired by mid-century Japan. Its intimate wood-panelled space is furnished with an eclectic selection of beautiful vintage pieces, including original Falcon armchairs.
The bar’s cocktail programme follows through with the theme, incorporating Japanese craft spirits and sake into their cocktails. Happy hour drinks here are priced at $18 and include Japanese-inflected creations like the Shiso Fizz made with daiyame shochu, shiso and umeboshi (preserved Japanese plums). Bites are equally well-executed – don’t make the mistake of leaving without ordering at least one of the perennially popular sandos.
The deal: Happy hour drinks here are priced at $18 and include Japanese-inflected creations like the Yuzu Collins, made with gin, calvados, yuzu, absinthe, and soda.
8. Torno Subito
Elevating the art of aperitivo with coastal-inspired cocktails
More bars and restaurants are now serving Happy Hour drinks with a side of nibbles, but the Italians truly have been doing it for years. At Torno Subito, specially crafted cocktails are priced at $15++ (down from $22++) during AperiTorno and served with complimentary bar snacks. Try the Twist on the Spritz which blends Aperol, prosecco and San Pellegrino Limonata into a refreshing midday drink. For something more exciting, there’s the Sunburnt, which is inspired by Calabria’s famous chilli peppers. It combines olive oil fat-washed Herradura Plata Tequila, Cointreau, blood orange and chilli water into a deliciously spicy sip.
You won’t want to miss the bar bites either; this is after all a Massimo Bottura concept. The rotating snack menu includes the restaurant’s freshly baked pizzas by the slice, as well as a smaller rendition of the Alta Marea, a selection of raw, cured and smoked seafood from the market.
The deal: All cocktails are priced at $15 during AperiTorno and accompanied by three complimentary snacks, available from Wednesday to Friday, between 5.30pm and 7.30pm.
9. Cygnet Bar
A boutique hotel with one of the best Happy Hours in the CBD
Leave it to the Aussies to dream up the perfect place for an after-work unwind. Cygnet Hour, which kicks in at the hotel’s cocktail bar from 4pm to 7pm, offers one of the best deals in the city: – $10 cocktails, wines by the glass and beers.
The elegant Cygnet Bar, located right next to Lau Pa Sat’s iconic “‘Satay Street”’, offers a front row seat for people-watching, and cosy nooks for intimate get-togethers. Peckish? Assorted bar snacks such as the decadent mini lobster rolls are also a steal at $10 each.
The deal: Cygnet Hour runs from 4pm to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, offering $10 cocktails, wines by the glass and beers.
10. Kee’s
A charming refuge steps from Clarke Quay’s frenetic pace
Just a street away from the legendary nightlife hotspot of Clarke Quay, Kee’s is a neo-bistro led by renowned chef Andrew Walsh. Tucked into the street-facing corner of design-forward boutique hotel 21 Carpenter, the bar is a lively yet relaxed space. Steal away for Quick-Kee’s, their tongue-in-cheek name for their Happy Hour promotion. Midday drinks are a cinch as selected cocktails, housepours and wines go for just $14 from 3pm to 6pm.
Try the refreshing Kee’s Island Vibes, the hotel’s exclusive blonde ale with notes of calamansi, starfruit and jackfruit – a bucket of five goes for $45. It’s rare to find a bar that runs Happy Hour on public holidays; so it’s worth mentioning that at Kee’s, it’s extended all day long.
The deal: Cocktails, housepours and wines from $14, Mondays to Thursdays, 3pm to 6pm, and all-day on public holidays.
11. Kinki
For the energetic verve of Shinjuku
Perched on the third floor of the historic Customs House, Kinki’s rooftop bar not only boasts special Happy Hour deals, but a panoramic view of Marina Bay Sands to boot.
Between 5pm and 8pm on weekdays, get draft beers at $26 for two. Or you could enjoy the sunset with 20% off Super cocktails like Geisha-rita (Volcan Blanco, umeshu, triple sec, lime juice).
The deal: From Monday to Friday, 5pm to 8pm, draft beers are $26 for two, and selected cocktails are 20% off.
12. Last Word
For connoisseurs of the classics
For solid, no-messing-about cocktails, head to Last Word, a classics-focused concept by Nutmeg & Clove’s Colin Chia. The Scandi-minimal bar, centrally located on Purvis Street, serves $16 tipples from 5pm to 7pm. Feast on complimentary oden, a Japanese hot pot dish typically featuring an assortment of fish cake.
Go for the Jungle Bird, comprising Havana Club rum, Campari, pineapple, and lime, or try the Rob Roy if you’re after something stronger.
Then, if you’re still hankering for more after happy hour, consider the house signature Last Word from the regular menu.
The deal: From 5pm to 7pm daily, cocktails from a dedicated menu are $16.
13. Cat Bite Club
For fun and frisky cocktails at an award-winning bar
You don’t need deep pockets to party like the cool cats at the Cat Bite Club. From 5pm to 7pm daily, this dark, vibey hideout pours the good stuff for less than $20. Start with the “‘Hella Cool Highballs”’, made with craft spirits like Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky and Hachi Imo Sochu instead of generic house pours.
If you’re after something more layered, the Sochu Sour (Iichico Shochu, honey, absinthe, fresh citrus blend) is a good shout. For those looking to let their hair down, kick your night off with the Cheeky Cheeky – a mini beer with a tequila shot.
The deal: Happy Hour runs from 5pm to 7pm daily, with drinks between $16 and $18.
14. Oasis
A poolside paradise in the heart of Orchard Road
Grand Hyatt Singapore’s dual-concept restaurant seamlessly transitions from an indoor garden setting to lush alfresco dining. At Oasis, you can indulge in leisurely daytime libations, available from 2pm to 6pm daily. Prices start at $8 for the exclusive Grand Hyatt Singapore Scotts Lager, while refreshing craft cocktails on tap are $12 per glass.
Notably, the wines are sourced from quality producers like Margaret River’s Vasse Felix and Château d’Esclans in Provence, which elevates the Golden Hour experience beyond the garden variety. Out with your crew? Grab wines by the bottle and cocktails by the jug on offer.
The details: Golden Hour is 2pm to 6pm daily, with wines starting from $14, beers from $8 and cocktails from $12.
15. Baia
Lofty views of the Marina Bay area in chilled out Italian style
With unobstructed views of Marina Bay, Baia, located at The Esplanade offers a chilled out vibe inspired by Italian-style vacationing. Their cocktails were designed in collaboration with Proof & Co. with a touch of Roman and Mediterranean conviviality with special offers on throughout the night.
Going from Sunday to Thursday at 5pm and until 8pm is their Golden Hour during which selected spirits, wines, bubbles and Peroni on tap going for just $12++. There are also classic cocktails such as the always popular Aperol Spritz going for $16++. At 10pm, Magic Hour commences where there Champagne Bauget Cuvée 2015 goes for $50 off.
The deal: Sunday to Thursday from 5pm to 8pm, with select spirits, wines, cocktails and beer starting at $12++.
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This story was first published in Nov 2022, written by Dinesh Ajith with additional reporting by Isabel Ong. It was significantly updated in Nov 2023 and June 2025 by Ben Chin.
