8 best craft beer places in Singapore are definitely hard to choose! With over 25 craft bars on this sweltering island, there is a pint that can refresh anyone. The craft scene in Singapore is quite diverse, despite the limitations posed by the climate and electricity tariffs. Internationally-renowned craft beers are right next to Asia-brewed and local craft beers when on tap.
Still unsure of where to go for a pint after work or for a special occasion? Read on to find out the 8 best craft beer places in Singapore in 2021. It’s certainly easier than visiting Beerfest Asia (which, in the time of COVID-19, is unlikely to happen). Support local breweries!
1. Druggists
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Located in Kallang, Druggists is an award-winning bar with a dizzying display of 23 taps lined on the wall behind the counter. A chalkboard displaying the menu and the specials of the day sits directly above the taps. They have well-informed servers, eclectic design, and a good mix of Asian and Western food choices. Druggists is definitely the place to go for an Instagram-worthy experience well worth the money.
Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri: 3:30pm – 10:30pm
Sat – Sun: 1:00pm – 10:30pm
Website: https://www.druggists.sg/
Address: 119 Tyrwhitt Rd, Singapore 207547
Contact number: +65 6802 0228
Email: [email protected]
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“I love how the space was repurposed from a Chinese Medicinal Hall to a cafe of sorts serving local brews and palatable bites. Staff are very professional and ever ready to recommend diners suitable alcoholic brews based on their preferences. Enjoyed my stay and opined that it is the perfect place for family and loved ones to chill and catch up and while the evening away.”
2. Alchemist Beer Lab
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Alchemist Beer Lab lies in the heart of the city at City Hall. It is promoted as Asia’s first and only infusion beer lab, with 16 advanced and gorgeous beer infusion towers. The brainchild of the people behind Little Island Brewing Co., their 8 seasonal fares are constantly evolving. This provides diners with a steady stream of fresh beer each month.
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tues – Sun: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
Website: http://www.tab.sg/
Address: 26 Beach Rd., #B1-16 South Beach Avenue, Singapore, 189768
Contact number: +65 6386 4365
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“Ready for your Friday night drinks? Visited on a Sunday late afternoon and it was really nice. Beer is always good on a windy day, hot day, rainy day. The environment of this space is also very cosy, there’s good spatial distancing and the vibes are chill and nice for a beer or two. I would definitely think of this place when I’m in the area.”
3. Freehouse
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A bar nestled between Chinatown and Amoy Street, this hipster hole-in-the-wall is well known for being a haven for everything from craft beers, natural wines, to cocktails. It closed in November 2020 but fret not, it will be reopening in February 2021. It was created by craft beer distributors The Mad Tapper. Look forward to their 16 rotating beers on tap when they come back!
Opening hours:
Mon – Sat: (reopening 2021)
Website: https://freehouse.com.sg/
Address: Chinatown (reopening Feb 2021)
Contact number: +65 8800 3103
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“This joint has always been one of my favourite haunts for craft beer after absolute classes nearby at DTG. Great rotation of taps and friendly knowledgeable staff. Wicked grungy ambience and BGM. One of the rare places in SG where I actually love to go on the lonesome. Sitting at the bar counter and throwing back some pints is always a pleasure. Cheers!”
4. Nickeldime Drafthouse
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On the outskirts of town, Nickeldime Drafthouse has an assortment of 15 beers on tap. They range from high-ABV IPAs and porters to funky saisons. This bar provides customers with refreshingly cold drinks well worth the price. If the night is young and the stomach is growling, Nickeldime provides an array of beer-infused dishes. Fancy a beer crust pizza?
Opening hours:
Mon – Sun: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Website: https://www.hiddendoorconcepts.com/nickeldime-drafthouse
Address: 275 Thomson Road, Novena Regency #01-01 Singapore 307645
Contact number: +65 6735 1035
Email: [email protected]
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“Affordable craft beer & great bar bites. Have been here many times & will definitely continue to come back. Highly recommended to make a reservation!”
5. LeVeL 33
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One of the most renowned craft beer bars in Singapore, the World’s Highest Urban Microbrewery is a wonderful place to go to for a date, celebration, or Friday night dinner. Overlooking the marina, the views are stunning, whether day or night. Their craft beer is freshly brewed in copper brewhouse kettles. The flavours are reminiscent of Olden Europe, making their fares truly unique. On top of this, seasonal brews appear on the menu from time to time.
Opening hours:
Mon – Sun: 11:30am – 10:30pm
Website: https://www.level33.com.sg/
Address: 8 Marina Boulevard #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, Singapore 018981
Contact number: +65 6834 3133
Email: [email protected]
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“The food there is really worth the price with a fantastic view! I celebrated my birthday here and the staff were super friendly, service was excellent. One of the staff, Mike, attended to all our requests very patiently and even offered to help us take a group photo. If you are looking for a dinner with a view, this is a place worth dining at.”
6. Orh Gao Taproom
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Orh Gao’s kopitiam aesthetic is a refreshing take on the look and feel of a bar. It is a novelty in an industry which pitches itself as either gritty and vintage or industrial and modern. Known as Killiney Kopitiam in the day, it transforms into a bar when evening comes around. With their Asian fusion food and extensive selection of craft beers from around the world, it is easy to relish in the faint feelings of nostalgia that the setting evokes.
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tues – Sun: 4:00pm – 10:30pm
Website: https://www.orhgao.sg/
Address: 10 Jalan Serene, Serene Centre #01-03, Singapore 258748
Contact number: +65 8749 2755
Email: [email protected]
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“Our favourite place to go for a few beers & food. EXCELLENT service. Excellent food. Great range of beers & drinks. We’ve brought all our friends & they have all been equally impressed. I’d give 10 stars if I could. Thank you guys for always making it a lovely evening!”
7. Almost Famous
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Almost Famous will not hold their title of being “almost” famous for long. Sparsely-decorated, their sleek furniture punctures the empty space. This is intentional, so as to focus diners’ senses entirely on their beers. Sporting 16 rotating taps, some of the best beers in Asia, and particularly Singapore, make an appearance.
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri: 5:00pm – 10:30pm
Sat: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
Sun: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Website: http://www.almostfamous.sg/
Address: Chijmes, 30 Victoria St, #01-06, Singapore 187996
Contact number: +65 9772 1787
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“One of the best craft beer drinking experiences I have had! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The industrial design is cool and welcoming, even during a rainy day. Really enjoy the deconstructed design language of tables and chairs. Most importantly, the drink list is very well put together. Great place to hang out for anyone who enjoys a quick snip of craft beer.”
8. In Bad Co.
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In Bad Co. has even the pickiest drinkers down bad. Their extensive ingredients lists are a lifesaver for many, as drink names like “Bloody Mary” can sometimes conceal their gastronomic makeup very well (tomato juice, not blood, in case you were wondering). Pleasing to the palate and affordable, their local, regional, and seasonal beers are a treat.
Opening hours:
Mon – Sun (reopening 2021)
Website: http://www.inbadco.com/
Address: Reopening 2021
Contact number: +65 9168 1996
Email: [email protected]
A customer left this review on Google Reviews:
“Tucked away in a rather secluded place near Fort Canning MRT Station, but then ambience is lovely! The staff are approachable and friendly. The food looks so appealing, and the taste was not bad! Next, their selection of craft beers was really unique and special. A restaurant bar worth visiting!”
Conclusion: 8 Best Craft Beer Places in Singapore 2021
Finding the right watering hole to wind down for the night may feel like a tough task, and we are here to tell you otherwise! With this article, set forth and find your next favourite bar. Thank us later.