Decked out in leather couches, deep wood furnishings and all the things you’d expect out of an Ernest Hemingway novel, modern cigar bars are without a doubt a notch higher in terms of austerity and remains to this day, a gentleman’s hangout.

At many such cigar joints, you can enjoy a good old Cuban cigar with a bottle or glass of fine whisky or simply a black coffee. Step into one and you’ll immediately feel removed from the bustle of city life. There truly is no better way to enjoy a quality smoke tan at any one of these 6 cigar and whisky bars in Singapore.

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#1 CAPITAL ZOUK SINGAPORE

If you’re currently in a state of shock that Singapore’s most established club made it to this list, believe us, we are too. As part of club Zouk’s latest venture that aims to target the older and more refined crowd, what you can hope to find in Capital is an expansive lounge fully decked out in comfortable seat and sofas, a whisky bar and a state-of-the-art cigar room for your cigar smoking pleasure.

3C River Valley Road
#02-05 The Cannery
Singapore 179022
Tel: +65 6738 2988
Thu: 10pm – 2am
Fri: 10pm – 3am
Sat: 10pm – 4am
(Closed Monday to Wednesday and Sunday)
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

#2 MARTINI BAR

Located in mezza9 in Grand Hyatt Singapore, Martini Bar is a popular spot for cigar aficionados. Although the bar is not a cigar bar per se, there is a spacious and cosy smoking room in the restaurant where guests can enjoy a cigar or two.

What’s more, this martini-centric bar serves up refreshing drinks at 50% off during Happy Hour from Mondays to Saturdays between 4pm to 9pm, which makes heading there all the more enticing.

10 Scotts Road
Grand Hyatt Singapore
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6416 7322
Sun to Thu: 5pm – 12am
Fri and Sat: 5pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Orchard

#3 OLDE CUBAN

Tucked away in an old shophouse in Chinatown, Olde Cuban might not seem like much from the outside. Upon first glance, what you will first notice is a raggedy zi char restaurant but head on up the stairs and you will be greeted by fine, custom leather couches and a whole host of Cuban cigar brands numbering in the hundreds.

This understated spot is frequented mostly by regulars but feel free to mingle, because anybody with a cigar and whiskey in hand rarely ever is in the mood to be hostile.

2 Trengganu Street
Singapore 058456
Tel: +65 6222 2207
Mon to Fri: 11am – 12.30am
Sat: 1pm – 12.30am
Sun: 1pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Chinatown

#4 ORGO

Located on the roof with a spectacular view of Marina Bay, Orgo is the perfect spot to hit after the sun goes down in the CBD. This scenic restaurant is known for its unique and delicious martinis and range of tasty cocktails.

Although their cigar selection isn’t the restaurant strong point, we must admit that they do have a pretty impressive range. Feel free to bring your own as they have tables overlooking the Marina Bay skyline catered specifically for cigar smokers.

8 Raffles Avenue
#04-01 Esplanade-Theaters on the Bay
Singapore 039802
Tel: +65 6336 9366
Sat to Wed: 6pm – 1am
Thu and Fri: 6pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

#5 QUAICH BAR

Established in 2006, Quaich Bar is the first whisky bar in Singapore to house more than 500 whiskies, 95% of which are sourced from boutique distilleries in Scotland including many rarities not easily available anywhere else in the world. It is quintessentially a heaven on earth for all whisky lovers but little do people know that it is a haven for cigar lovers as well.

Quaich’s cosy cigar room boasts more than thirty labels of cigars as well as all the tools you will need for a quality smoke. Grab yourself a bottle of fine scotch, light up a cigar and lean back against one of their plush leather couches.

28 Beach Road
#01-16 South Beach Avenue
Singapore 189763
Tel: +65 6386 5366
Sun to Thu: 5pm – 1am
Fri and Sat: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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#6 THE CONNOISSEUR DIVAN

The Connoisseur Divan is a spacious whisky and cigar bar that features live music, top-of-the-line whiskies and Hemingway-inspired Cuban style interiors. Situated right opposite UE Square, this bar is perfect for unwinding after work.

207 River Valley Road
Singapore 238275
Tel: +65 6733 7141
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 12.30am
Fri and Sat: 4pm – 1.30am
Sun: 6pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

For many working professionals, Telok Ayer is the go-to place for after-work drinks at trendy bars. Telok Ayer is always bustling and full of life because of its strategic location in the heart of the Central Business District.

The vibrant neighbourhood is an interesting place to explore too—boasting the most exciting food establishments and cafes that turn into bars at night housed in traditional shop houses. It is a culture-rich place that is home to not just popular chill out spots, but also hidden gems that are waiting to be discovered.

Here are 12 Bars In Telok Ayer For The Night Owls.

#1 ASH & CHAR

For the uninitiated, Ash & Char is a up-and-coming gastrobar helmed by the same people in charge of Rise & Grind Coffee. Co. Siddle up to their chic bar for a beer, a glass of wine or their unique in-house cocktails such as the Elderflower Fuss.

#01-03/04 21 McCallum Street
Singapore 069047
Tel: +65 9132 8880
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Bourbon Street Facebook

#2 BOURBON STREET

Bourbon Street is a cafe by day where you can pop by for a fuss-free meal which transforms into a bar at night so you can have a tipple or two with your friends. On their alcoholic drinks menu is their signature bespoke cocktails and New Orleans beer selections. Ladies, you will love the 1-for-1 cocktails ladies night promotion which occurs every Wednesday night.

#3 BITTERS & LOVE

Having moved from North Canal Road, Bitters & Love is one of the most popular bars in Telok Ayer now. Known for their bespoke cocktails, the bar also has a selection of bar snacks such as Rangers Valley Waygu and Triple Cooked Handcut Truffle Potatoes to pair with your drinks. Beyond that, Bitters & Love also organises ‘contemporary mixology’ classes as well.

#4 CLUB MEATBALLS

An open restaurant with a cocktail and wine bar, Club Meatballs is one of the nicest chill-out spots in China Square Central. The best day to visit Club Meatballs for drinks is on Saturday, where you get Happy Hour promotions all day long—Spirits and Mixers start at S$7 and a bottle of beer starts at S$8.

If you are planning to head over on other days, you can enjoy the same promotions from 12pm – 2pm and 4pm – 8pm.

20 Cross St, #01-34/35/36
China Square Central
Singapore 048422
Tel: +65 6222 8660
Mon to Fri: 8am – 12am
Sat: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Cocotto Facebook

#5 COCOTTO

A Japanese bar cum eatery, Cocotto is where you will find decent Japanese-French fusion cuisine to fill your tummy. If you are just there for drinks, delight yourself in a wide array of whisky, sake and beer. You will find groups of young people sharing a laugh over Kronenbourg or Asahi beer towers and tasty finger food.

#01-01 Far East Square
38 Pekin Street
Singapore 048768
Tel: +65 9800 4954
Daily: 11am – 2am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#6 EMPLOYEES ONLY

Hailing from New York City, Employees Only opened its first international outpost in Singapore’s Amoy Street. Have a taste of the legendary speakeasy’s signature concoctions such as Ready Fire Aim and Employees Only’s Manhattan.

112 Amoy Street
Singapore 069932
Tel: +65 6221 7357
Mon to Fri: 5pm – 1am
Sat: 5pm – 2am
Sun: 6pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#7 FU LIN BAR & KITCHEN

You would never have guessed that this yong tau foo eatery is actually a hipster bar at night. By day, enjoy a hearty bowl of our local favourite dish and by night, indulge in their Asian tapas and alcoholic beverages.

Fu Lin Bar & Kitchen has an ongoing Happy Hour promotion from 4pm to 8pm daily. A bottle of Asahi is going at S$9.50 while a bucket of five Corona Extra sets you back at S$35. They also have a range of House Pours priced at S$9.

127 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068596
Tel: +65 6423 0311
Mon to Fri: 10am – 12 Midnight
Sat: 4pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Amie Hu

#8 FYR

If you are looking for a place to impress your date, look no further. Grab a pint of Pure Blond and Steinlager at S$9 each or go for a bucket of five (S$45), where you can mix and match between Carlsberg, Corona and Asahi Black. Fancy a cocktail? Get yourself a Blazing Scarlott (Tequila, Red Wine, Raspberries) from the bar.

19 Boon Tat Street
Singapore 069619
Tel: +65 6221 3703
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri & Eve of PH: 11.30am – 12midnight
Sat: 5.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Mojo Singapore Facebook

#9 MOJO

Adhering to a duo concept, Mojo Singapore serves up rice bowls in the day. And when night falls, the place transforms into an izakaya of sorts, with a menu of yakitori, small plates, and alcoholic beverages.

204 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068640
Tel: +65 6220 0723
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 12 Midnight
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Photo Credit: Muse Amuse Facebook

#10 MUSE AMUSE

When it comes to creativity, Muse Amuse wins hands down. The minimalist design features an uncluttered, spacious venue with a long communal table where guests are expected to linger around, a bar counter to order Asian-influenced cocktails and an outdoor balcony.

289 South Bridge Road
Singapore 058835
Tel: +65 9475 5529
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#11 NAPOLEAN FOOD & WINE BAR

A retro bar to see and be seen at, those who are into anything rustic will love the interior design and ambience at Napolean Food & Wine Bar. The dining experience, however, is slightly more forward-looking with a long row of enomatic machines that are able to dispense 32 different wines for a taste test.

206 Telok Ayer Street
Singapore 068641
Tel: +65 6221 9282
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 12 Midnight
Sat: 6pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

#12 SUM YI TAI

Opened by the same owners behind the now defunct Butter Factory Group, Sum Yi Tai reminds you of old Hong Kong in the 80s. The Chinese bar offers three various concepts over three storeys in one shophouse—the first floor is for tapas and drinks, mid floor is a dining club for party animals and the top level is a private rooftop bar.

25 Boon Tat Street
Singapore 069622
Tel: +65 6221 3665
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 1am
Sat: 7pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer