Five Oars Coffee Roasters is a Melbourne-style café which opened just a week ago in Tanjong Pagar. This newest addition to the slew of cafés around the area makes for an excellent choice for coffee-goers as they get their coffee beans sourced from Ethiopia and Brazil.

Their extensive menu features value-for-money brunch fare and substantial meals at night—from sumptuous rice bowls in the day to hearty mains for a filling dinner, Five Oars Coffee Roasters surely has something for everyone. They also serve craft beers on tap, including Stone & Wood Pacific Ale and Tuatara Helluva Helles Lager.

Besides their stunning instagrammable interior, here is why Five Oars is be somewhere café-hoppers should be adding to their list of brunch spots for the next hang out.

This brand new addition to the café scene in Tanjong Pagar strikes all the right chords in terms of aesthetics. The coffee shop is divided into two areas—an air-conditioned indoor area and an outdoor space with beautiful flora adorning the walls.

For our White Coffee (S$5 for 5oz), we opted for the blend roasted from a mix of Brazilian and Ethiopian beans. The result? A nutty, bittersweet and fragrant roast that will be enough to win over the discerning coffee-goers who frequent the district.

Otherwise, Five Oars Coffee Roasters also serves juices (S$5.5) and Craft Sodas (S$6.50) for non-caffeinated beverages. Should you be looking for some booze to have with your meal, they also offer craft beers on tap!

Five Oars offers a wide myriad of brunch fare ranging from interesting spins such as the Mentaiko Royale (S$21) and Valrhona Chocolate Pancakes (S$19.5) if you are craving for sweeter treats.

We opted for the Five Oars Breakfast (S$24), which indubitably is their signature breakfast item. Mixed salad, a sausage, a slice of thick cut bacon, portobello mushrooms, grilled tomato and half an avocado sits beside a piece of crispy hashbrown nestled atop a thick slice of sourdough toast.

Even with so many things going on in a single dish, every element on the plate was executed nicely—we would recommend getting this dish if you are looking for a substantial brunch affair.

Next up, we had the Spaghetti Granchio (S$18.50), which is essentially crabmeat pasta tossed in a tomato sauce. It is indeed a fairly simple dish, but it impressed us entirely nevertheless.

The pasta was cooked al dente and had a pleasant bite to it—but the star of the show goes to the generous helpings of crabmeat that topped the pasta which we were glad the café did not skimp on. 

Boasting an aesthetically-pleasing botanical interior, impeccable service, amazing coffee and plenteous food offerings, Five Oars Coffee Roasters is definitely a new café in Singapore worth checking out.

Five Oars Coffee Roasters
39 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088462
Daily: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

Little Creatures—famous brewing company based in Fremantle, Western Australia—is opening a brewpub in Singapore at Mohamed Ali Lane on 30 May 2018.

Beer lovers will be familiar with Little Creatures, which is one of the most popular brewing companies in Perth, Australia. Little Creatures Singapore will be serving beers freshly brewed on site, along with a curated food menu.

There will be six permanent beers on tap—Pale Ale, Bright Ale, Pilsner, IPA, and Rogers Beer. As for the food, there will be mostly sharing plates as well as a selection of pizzas and pastas that will complement the beers.

For those of you who have been to Little Creatures’ brewery tour of their flagship outlet in Fremantle, you will be pleased to know that you can also go on a tour of their brewery and beer tasting at the Singapore outpost.

You can even join Little Creatures’ beer school to learn more about beer from their staff.

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Little Creatures Singapore
36 Club Street (entrance on Mohamed Ali Lane)
Singapore 069469
Tel: +65 6239 0350
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 11pm
Weekends & PHs: 8am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Here’s to all with an undying love and passion for alcohol, in particular, beer.

This addictive alcoholic beverage complements so many cuisines and it never fails to perk you up after a long and tiring day at work. It is also great for nights out with the lads (or the girls) because of its lower alcoholic content and relatively affordable pricing (compared to hard liquor).

One type of beer that we will never be able to get enough of is craft beer. Aside from the personalised touch to the drink, there is an emphasis on traditional brewing methods which contributes towards better flavours and standard of the beer, as opposed to generic ones that you can pull off the shelf at the supermarket.

Here are 20 Craft Beer Places In Singapore For Nights Out With The Lads.

ALCHEMIST BEER LAB

Crazy concoctions and more await you at Alchemist Beer Lab, an elegant bar located at the basement of South Beach Avenue. They serve a great selection of craft beer and fruit-infused beer which are all made in-house.

Some unique creations you should try include the Obama (S$12/Happy Hour, S$15/regular), the Passionista (Tap 10) and the 50 Shades of Pink (Tap 14).

26 Beach Road, #B1-16 South Beach Avenue,
Singapore 189768
Tel: +65 6386 4365
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: Bottles & Bones

BOTTLES & BONES

The newest concept bistro by Caerus Holding, Bottles & Bones, is located just a stone’s throw away from Raffles Place MRT and an excellent spot to wind down and forget about the day’s worries and troubles.

Aside from serving up ravishing meat delights such as the Lamb Poutine (S$18) and Cow Sliders (S$18), they have a wide selection of draught beers, craft ciders, sparkling wines and liquors for your picking.

30 Raffles Place, #01-42 Chevron House,
Singapore 048622
Tel: +65 6532 2114
Mon to Thu: 8am – 11pm
Fri: 8am – 12am
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

BREWERKZ

Another bar that all Singaporeans have definitely heard of is Brewerkz. An operator of restaurants and microbreweries that has gained international respect, they are also one of the largest craft brewers in the region and have received awards for their handcrafted beers.

Some outstanding beers that you can try include the Golden Ale and Hopback Ale. The beers are priced according to the size of your drink and the time at which you order. For example, the aforementioned beers will cost S$5 between 12pm to 3pm for a 330ml stem and S$12 for the same serving from 7pm to their closing.

30 Merchant Road, #01-05/06 Riverside Point,
Singapore 058282
Tel: +65 6438 7438
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Photo Credit: Booze Pharma-C

BOOZE PHARMA-C

Now, this is slightly different from a typical bar that most would visit for a good craft beer or two. Booze Pharma-C is a quaint, convenience store at the Link Hotel in Tiong Bahru which has limited seating available inside and outside of the store.

This convenience store has shelves stocked with nothing but the best craft beers from various locations around the world. Think craft beers from the United States, United Kingdom and even Belgium.

50 Tiong Bahru Road, #01-03 Link Hotel,
Singapore 168733
Tel: +65 9191 0677
Mon to Thu: 5.30pm – 11.30pm
Fri: 5pm – 11.30pm
Sat: 12pm – 11.30pm
Sun: 3pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

DRUGGISTS

A 23-tap bar? Yes, this is exactly what we need. Drawing inspiration for its name from the Singapore Chinese Druggists Association with whom they share their premises with, Druggists is the place you should visit for a swig of refreshing craft beer in a craft beer place with a rustic and old-school charm.

Druggists recommends all patrons to refer to their chalkboard at the bar for their latest tap list. You can also try craft ciders such as the Golden Axe Apple (S$12.50 for 330ml) and Cornish Orchards Pear (S$12.50 for 330ml) on top of their latest concoctions.

119 Tyrwhitt Road,
Singapore 207547
Tel: +65 6341 5967
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 2am
Sun: 2pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park/Lavender

FREEHOUSE

A fantastic array of craft beers, burgers and bar bites? You’ve got us hooked.

Freehouse is a craft beer joint situated in Telok Ayer, which is the perfect escape for some post-work drinks for those who are working in the CBD. This unsuspecting craft beer bar has up to 16 different craft beers and ciders on rotation, with prices starting from just S$9 for a 10oz pint.

During our recent visit, we tried the Heretic Chocolate Hazelnut Porter (S$12++ for 10oz) and Zeffer Cider Cherry Bomb (S$11.50++ for 10oz) which were complex yet tasty drinks we would definitely return for.

21A Boon Tat Street,
Singapore 069620
Tel: +65 8362 6740
Mon to Thu, Sat: 5pm – 12am
Fri: 3pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

THE GOOD BEER COMPANY

One of the best craft beer places in Singapore, The Good Beer Company started out as a craft beer hawker stall in Chinatown Complex Food Centre and they have since shifted to Savourworld in Science Park Drive. With 8 craft beers on tap and over 200 bottles and cans from the chillers, there is surely something for everyone here.

2 Science Park Drive, Savourworld #01-23
Singapore 118222
Tel: +65 9430 2750
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 11.45pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Kent Ridge

GOOD LUCK BEERHOUSE

Good Luck Beerhouse takes it up a notch by offering diners a delectable selection of dim sum that you can enjoy with their craft beers which are either locally brewed or imported from various countries such as the United States, New Zealand and more.

Good Luck Beerhouse has eight brews on tap and more than 50 labels of craft beers from 20 breweries worldwide. Even for the fussiest drinkers, they would certainly be able to find a craft beer to their liking here. Craft beers that we would recommend are the Insidious IPA (4.0%) and Calamity Coffee (4.4%) and both cost S$15 each and are brewed locally at Innocence Brewing.

9 Haji Lane,
Singapore 189202
Tel: +65 8742 4809
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 12am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: HopHeads

HOPHEADS 

Located at the basement of Haw Par Glass Tower, HopHeads is a trendy, underground bar where you can indulge in a beer or two, alongside fun activities such as darts, pool, ping pong and even beer pong. HopHeads offers solid pints of beers on tap as well as a selection of craft beer on rotation.

178 Clemenceau Avenue, #B1-00 Haw Par Glass Tower,
Singapore 239926
Tel: +65 6904 4019
Mon to Thu, Sat: 11.30am – 11.45pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

HUSTLE CO

Hustle Co is a cafe & bar at Craig Road which features 12 craft beers on tap. Although most would start their morning with a good cup of coffee, why not shake things up by having a craft beer with your breakfast instead?

When we visited, we were highly recommended to try the Flat White Stout (S$9 per half pint) which is a rich dark stout flavoured with coffee. We did not regret it one bit! It was robust and flavourful, combining two of our favourite beverages. What’s not to love?

52 Craig Road,
Singapore 089690
Tel: +65 9826 3382
Tue to Sat: 9am – 11.59pm
Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

JIBIRU CRAFT BEER BAR

If you are interested in immersing yourself in Japan’s artisanal beer, JiBiru Craft Beer Bar is where you should turn to for craft beer and yakitori when you find yourself in Orchard Road. JiBiru Craft Beer bar serves up a wide range of hand-crafted brews created from ingredients and processes typically used in sake or shochu production.

Jibiru Craft Beer Bar currently has 6 different beers on tap and the Japanese craft beer comes in bottles, the selection of which includes the Hitachino Nest Dai Dai Ale, Hitachino Nest Lacto Sweet Stout and so much more.

313 Orchard Road, #01-26,
Singapore 238895
Tel: +65 6732 6884
Sun to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fir & Sat: 11.30am – 1am
Nearest Station: Somerset

LEVEL33

As the world’s highest urban craft brewery, LeVeL33 presents all diners an unparalleled dining experience, best views of Singapore’s Marina Bay alongside a delicious meal and craft beer selection.

There are 5 brews permanently on the menu, which includes IPA, stout, wheat beer, house porter and blonde lager. LeVeL33 brews their craft beers with authentic recipes and brewing methods, so you know that you are in for a memorable drinking experience.

8 Marina Boulevard, #33-01 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1,
Singapore 018981
Tel: +65 6834 3133
Mon to Wed: 11.30am – 12am
Thu to Sat: 11.30am – 2am
Sun: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Downtown

Photo Credit: kennethteosy

LITTLE ISLAND BREWING CO

A craft microbrewery, brewpub, smokehouse and restaurant all in one place, Little Island Brewing Co is the place to visit for an authentic and unpretentious craft beer experience. Brewed in small batches in-house, Litte Island Brewing Co describes their craft beers as unfiltered, unrefined and unpasteurised.

Some originals that you should try include the Pale Ale (Whiter Shade of Pale), Golden Ale (Sister Golden Ale) and Irish Dry Stout (Black Magic), all of which are concocted especially by Stephen Spinney, an award-winning British brewmaster with years of brewing experience.

Blk 6 Changi Village Road,
Singapore 509907
Tel: +65 6543 9100
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 12am
Sat: 11am – 12pm
Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

Photo Credit: Mikkeller Bar

MIKKELLER BAR

Nestled along the bustling Prinsep Street, Mikkeller Bar offers 20 taps of Mikkeller’s greatest beers and it is also a dining concept that is the brainchild of Mikkel Borg Bjergsø. Mikkeller Bar shares its space with Deck, an independent art space. This is where you can also enjoy a pint of craft beer under the stars.

For those who are curious about what taps are available at the bar, Mikkeller Bar currently offers the Bugis Brown (S$13 per pint), Blue Ghost (S$23 per pint) and the Water Wheat (S$13 per pint).

120A Prinsep Street,
Singapore 187937
Tel: +65 6352 0950
Tue to Sun: 4pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Rochor

NECESSARY PROVISIONS

While Necessary Provisions is known for its coffee and brunch fare, they actually have a selection of quality craft beers that their diners can enjoy.

On a constant lookout for honest quality, Necessary Provisions sources their craft beers from two microbreweries, namely Moor Beer Co and Mornington Peninsula Brewery. Flavourful, refreshing and quality craft beers are waiting for you at this quaint café. Time to revisit this café, yes?

21 Eng Kong Terrace,
Singapore 598993
Tel: +65 9231 7920
Wed to Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Beauty World

Photo Credit: Smith Street Taps

SMITH STREET TAPS

Smith Street Taps—founded by craft beer industry pioneers, Daniel Goh of The Good Beer Company and Meng Chao of Brewers’ Craft—is an all-taps popup beer hawker stall with around 10 premium and craft beers on tap in Singapore’s Chinatown. For a no-frills and casual craft beer experience, Smith Street Taps is your answer.

Blk 335 Smith Street, #02-062 Chinatown Complex,
Singapore 050335
Tel: +65 9430 2750
Tue to Sat: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

Photo Credit: TAP Craft Beer Bar

TAP CRAFT BEER BAR

Why limit yourself to one tap when you could indulge in 20 rotating international craft beers on tap? 80 bottles at TAP Craft Beer Bar–a heaven on earth for those who enjoy their beer. There is also a specially curated food menu which is updated every month so as to provide you with a unique experience whenever you visit.

For their beers on tap, they cost just S$10 per pint and S$8 for a 12oz glass. Some beers on tap include the Ghost Hammer, Hanalei Island IPA and Dead Guy Ale.

15 Stamford Road, #01-K1/K2 Galleria Capitol Piazza,
Singapore 178906
Tel: +65 6384 7188
Daily: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: City Hall

Photo Credit: The 1925 Brewing Co.

THE 1925 BREWING CO.

The 1925 Brewing Co. often receives much praise for the quality of its grilled meats, however, this establishment also deserves attention for its craft beers. Embracing the spirit of craft in both food and beer, The 1925 Brewing Co. prides itself as the craftiest brewery of Singapore.

Some handcrafted beers include The Yellow Van, Small Monster, Blk 622 and more. Although this brewery offers daily promotions on their drinks, serious alcohol drinkers should definitely drop by on Thursdays between 7pm to 10pm. If you are the lucky one to tap the last drop of any beers on tap, you will be entitled to drink the rest of the beers free for the entire night.

369 Jalan Besar,
Singapore 208997
Tel: +65 6294 9215
Mon to Sat: 10am – 12am
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

THE ARMOURY CRAFT BEER BAR

Situated in a beautiful rustic colonial building in the gorgeous South Beach Avenue, The Armoury Craft Beer Bar is a contemporary gastro-bar and cafe by day which transforms into a craft beer and wine bar by night.

They offer more than 15 craft beers on tap, juicy and succulent burgers and meat in a relaxed, casual setting that is perfect for a night out or weekend escape.

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36 Beach Road, #01-01 South Beach Quarter,
Singapore 189766
Tel: +65 6385 3173
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat: 12am – 12pm
Sun: 12pm – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

Photo Credit: thedayy

THE PUMP ROOM

The Pump Room brews all their beers on site which means that you only get unfiltered and unpasteurized goodness, without any chemicals or flavouring.

The Pump Room remains as the first microbrewery in Clarke Quay and this is an ideal place to visit for a refreshing ice cold beer. Presently, craft beers on tap include The Pump Room Lager, Golden Ale and Brewmaster’s Reserve—Bohemian Lager, all of which qualify for The Pump Room’s 1-for-1 Happy Hour promotion.

3B River Valley Road, #01-09/10 The Foundry,
Singapore
Tel: +65 6334 2628
Sun to Fri: 5pm – 3am
Sat: 5pm – 4am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

For more recommendations, read our guides on the best bars in Singapore.

Freehouse is a craft beer joint you can escape to after a hard day’s work. Hidden on the second floor of a shophouse along Boon Tat Street, feel free to knock back a few pints and leave your troubles at the door.

This unsuspecting craft beer den houses up to 16 different craft beers and ciders on rotation, all affordably priced from S$9 for a 10oz pint. The selection changes constantly, so feel free to ask the bartender what the hottest beers are for the week.

In addition to their excellent range of tipples, they also serve up amazing grub; interesting bar bites like their signature Cereal Frog Legs With Ginger Flower Dressing to mouth watering mains like their Bombay Burger With Piccalilli.

Freehouse does not have a particularly striking sign board, just a small fluorescent one that might be a little tricky to spot. Once you find it, your journey to beer heaven begins at the foot of a dimly lit staircase.

This joint exudes a cosy and laid-back vibe. The quaint shophouse space is simply decorated with wood furniture, twinkling lights, graffiti stained walls, and craft beer posters but what really got us excited was the bar—a row of 16 shiny taps against pristine tiles.

We started off with some of their more interesting varieties; a 10oz glass of Heretic Chocolate Hazelnut Porter (S$12++ for 10oz) followed by another (of the same measure) of Zeffer Cider Cherry Bomb (S$11.50++ for 10oz)

Their food menu is not extensive, but they sure pack a punch and include possibly some of the most interesting renditions of classic bar bites we have ever seen.

We ordered the Bombay Burger With Piccalilli (S$15++) which comprised a massive boneless chicken thigh seasoned beautifully with Indian spices (cumin being a dominant flavour), sandwiched between two sturdy yet pillowy, perfectly charred buns. The chicken itself brimmed with so much flavour and was tender enough to chew off with relative ease.

If you love spicy food, then definitely go for the Thai Beef Sliders With Somtum (S$16++). Although small in size, the kitchen really goes above and beyond to stuff a smorgasbord of ingredients between two tiny buns.

The Thai flavours really came through with this. It was tangy, sweet with an intense heat that kicks you at the end. The beef patty was firm and juicy and the tangy som tum salad provided an added brightness to the dish.

Despite the spiciness leaving us gasping for ice water after, we must say that this was some of the best sliders we have ever had. Period.

Freehouse
21A Boon Tat Street
Singapore 069620
Tel: +65 8362 6740
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Thu & Sat: 5pm – 12am
Fri: 3pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

Craig road is a narrow street synonymous for its many chic cafes and fancy restaurants. Hustle Co is the newest addition to the neighbourhood but what sets them apart from the conventional coffee-and-cake joints is their emphasis on craft beers.

Cafes are aplenty all over Singapore but hardly do we ever come across ones that sell craft beers. Which is why we got pretty darn excited after hearing about this particular place.

Serving up a comforting cafe staples for brunch and heartier dishes for dinner, along with a myriad of 12 different craft beers on tap, Hustle Co truly is a cafe which is worth checking out.

The cafe occupies the entire three-storey shop house with the main dining area situated on the first. The first floor alone is pretty spacious and features many long tables to encourage communal dining.

The interior is decked out in a very minimalistic style; white walls and a few wall paintings here and there, which does well not to overcomplicate things.

Ideally, most people begin their mornings with a good hot cuppa, but we like to think that we are not most people so we ordered beer instead. Thankfully, tap number 3 featured a rather interesting brew; Flat White Stout (S$9 per a half pint) which is essentially a rich dark stout flavoured with coffee to give you the best of both worlds.

The head was hazy amber with a nice white froth (similar to that of an actual flat white), and the aroma was sweet with notes of freshly ground coffee. Overall, the stout itself tasted quite sweet with a subtle bitter finish.

The Blueberry Pancake (S$18) comes with a gorgeous double stack of thick fluffy pancakes and a generous topping of blueberry compote, fresh strawberries, candied pistachios and a dollop of mascarpone cheese.

The blueberry compote was sweet with a subtle tartness to it and the pistachios provided a nice crunch.

The Dirty Burger (S$19) features a perfectly cooked 160g beef chuck tender patty, taleggio and cheddar cheese both melted beautifully over top and a thick slice of bacon, all held together by two warm and toasted brioche buns.

As much as it fulfilled all the criteria of a decent burger, we felt that it was not a great one. The beef patty was lacking in flavour and although the bacon and cheese provided a heightened level of salt and richness, it was not enough to make this burger stand out.

Hustle Co. 
52 Craig Road,
Singapore 089690
Tel: +65 9826 3382
(Closed on Mondays)
Daily: 9am – 12am
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar