Treating yourself to alcohol can be no cheap affair in Singapore. With prices for beer towers costing as much as S$80, it is hard to not feel the pinch when it is time to foot the bill. Maximise your cash and get the most out of your drinking sessions during happy hours—which is undoubtedly the time when you can get the most value-for-money deals.

If you find yourself tight on cash on days when you need a pint or two, worry not, because we’ve got you covered. Happy hour just got happier with these 16 places in Singapore where you can get drinks under S$10. We kid you not.

Photo Credit: Acid Bar

ACID BAR

Situated near Somerset is Acid Bar, a hot spot amongst locals and tourists alike to chill out and have a few rounds of beer. At night, local musicians take centre stage so diners get to immerse themselves in live music and a chill ambience.

Happy hour happens from 5pm to 9pm daily—you can get house pour liqueurs at S$6 a glass and 3 bottles of beer at S$22.

180 Orchard Rd
Singapore 238846
Mon-Thu, Sun: 5pm – 2am
Fri and Sat: 5pm – 3am
Tel: +65 6738 8828
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Al Capone’s

AL CAPONE’S RISTORANTE & BAR

This place remains as a crowd-favourite among party-goers to load up on pre-party drinks before the night’s antics for the very simple reason that it is insanely cheap. Three Heinekens can be had at only S$13 and a full pint of Guinness at S$8.80—what a steal!

Opening up to the wee hours of the night, it is not surprising that this is a popular go-to amongst both youngsters and adults.

2 Orchard Link,
#02-38 Scape Building
Singapore 237978
Tel: +65 6509 5097
Daily: 5.30pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Somerset

BISTRO 1855

This tapas bar and restaurant not only whips up quality grub such as healthy grain bowls and European-inspired bar food, they also have alcohol options that are sure to please you.

At Bistro 1855, happy hour promotions run all-day long, whereby bottled beers, premium house wine and spirits are priced from S$6 to S$9 per glass.

3 Temasek Boulevard #01-643 Tower 4
Suntec City East Wing
Singapore 038983
Mon to Thu: 11am – 11pm
Fri: 11am – 1am
Sat: 5pm – 11pm
Closed on Sundays
Tel: +65 6836 5994
Nearest Station: Promenade

DISTRICT 10 BAR AND GRILL

District 10 should be no stranger to those who frequent Suntec City.

On Mondays, look forward to S$6 all day long for half pints of beer, wine and spirits. And if Monday just isn’t the day for you, District 10 offers a 1-for-1 promotion on full pints of beer, wine, house pours and exotic gin and tonics between 11.30am to 8pm from Tuesdays to Sundays.

3 Temasek Boulevard #01-514/515
Suntec City Mall
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6822 2886
Mon – Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat: 5pm – 1am
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Promenade/ Esplanade

FIVE IZAKAYA

FIVE Izakaya may be an oasis serving value-for-money set lunches, but it doesn’t end there.

With house pour wines at S$5 per glass and prices for half pints of beer from as low as S$5 to S$8 all-day long, it is indeed difficult to say no to such a deal!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1 #01-66/67
Changi City Point
Singapore 486038*
Mon – Sat: 12pm – 12am
Sun: 3pm – 10pm
Tel: +65 6604 8255
Nearest Station: Expo
*FIVE Bar has various locations islandwide

Photo Credit: Fu Lin Bar and Kitchen

FU LIN BAR AND KITCHEN

While Telok Ayer definitely doesn’t fall short when it comes to the number of restaurant and gastrobars, Fu Lin Bar and Kitchen stands out against the rest for their service, ambience, food and drinks.

Happy hour happens between 4pm to 8pm daily, and that’s when you can get wines at S$9.50 a glass, as well as house pours at S$9 a glass.

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

Photo Credit: jaceonthemove

KANPAI 789

Many of us would have heard of Kanpai 789, one of the most affordable drinking spots around.

As if their drinks aren’t already economical for the masses—you can get beers, sake, wine and house pours all priced below S$10 all night long! Now you do not have to worry about rushing for happy hour promotions after office hours.

11 Unity Street, #01-18/29 Robertson Walk
Singapore 237995*
Daily: 5pm – 12am
Tel: +65 9800 4954

LOOF

Every day from 5pm onwards, prices for their house pours increase as it gets later in the night. Five, six, seven—the earlier you get there, the cheaper the drinks are!

331 North Bridge Road,
#03-07 Odeon Towers Extension Rooftop
Singapore 188720
Tel: +65 6337 9416
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Raffles City

Photo Credit: MOJO

MOJO

Founded by local artistes Shane Pow and Sin Lee, MOJO is a restaurant nestled close to the city centre, offering protein rice bowls and yakitori.

Their happy hour—Mojo Hour—happens daily between 11.30am and 9.30pm. During this timing, Asahi Draught beers are S$15 for 2. What a steal!

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204 Telok Ayer St
Singapore 068640
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 11.45pm
Closed on Sundays
Tel: +65 6220 0723
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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&SONS

Nestled along one of the many streets of Chinatown is &SONS, a gastrobar best known for their Italian cuisine.

&SONS Singapore offers different happy hour deals daily after 6pm. Mondays will see the promotion of a glass of wine/ cocktail or a bottle of beer priced at S$6++ on Mondays; on Tuesdays, all cocktails are S$6 and on Wednesdays, Peroni Beer is priced at S$6 each.  This is an excellent place for one to drive away Monday blues and midweek woes.

20 Cross St
Singapore 048422
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 11.30pm
Sat: 6pm – 11.30pm
Closed on Sundays
Tel: +65 6221 3937
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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STICKIES BAR

Stickies Bar is incredibly popular among youngsters—particularly those strapped for cash—and is often crowded by as early as 2pm in the afternoon.

Beer prices here begin as low as S$2 from 2pm onwards and increases by a dollar as the hours pass, all the way till the clock strikes 12 midnight. Worth it? Definitely.

11 Keng Cheow St, #01-10
Singapore 059608
Tel: +65 6443 7564
Daily: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

SYMMETRY

This cosy, modern bar & restaurant primarily serves French-inspired tapas, global mains & weekend brunch that leave a lasting impression.

But that’s not all they are known for—Symmetry has a ‘Happy Thirsty Hours’ promotion all-day long on Sundays and Mondays, 3pm to 8pm from Tuesdays to Fridays and 9am to 8pm on Saturdays, whereby beer prices are as low as S$8!

9 Jalan Kubor #01-01
Singapore 199206
Mon: 10.30am – 9pm
Tue – Thu: 10.30am – 11pm
Fri: 10.30am – 12am
Sat: 9am – 12am
Sun: 9am – 7pm
Tel: +65 6291 9901
Nearest Station: Bugis/ Nicoll Highway

Photo Credit: The Cider Pit

THE CIDER PIT

The Cider Pit is an unpretentious bar situated along the roads of Joo Chiat where you can get everything at nett prices.

Not only will The Cider Pit satisfy your cider cravings, the place also offers happy hour deals daily from 5pm to 1am, with half pints of Aspall Draught beer and Cider Pit Premium Lager going at S$5, and full pints going at S$10.

#01-03, 328 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427585
Tel: +65 6440 0504
Mon to Fri: 3pm – 1am
Sat & Sun: 1pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Eunos

TWO CHEFS BAR

Two Chefs Bar has enticing Happy Hour deals that see pints going at S$10 all day, every day! Now that’s taking Happy Hour to the next level! So quickly gather your amigos for a night out of solid tipples and fun times.

This promotion is only valid at the Holland Village outlet. The best seller frozen Margarita with premium tequila and irresistible Pina Colada are two must-try cocktails that will make you go for more.

17D Lorong Liput
Holland Village
Singapore 277731
Tel: +65 6463 3903
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 5pm – 11.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Sun: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Holland Village

WALA WALA

Wala Wala is a popular spot in Holland Village where beer and live music aficionados flock to. The appeal of this humble bar is in its relaxed and cosy setting, which is perfect for a chill night out with your girlfriends and buddies.

Happy hours at Wala Wala runs from 4pm to 9pm on weekdays, and 3pm to 9pm during weekends. Beers, wines and house pours can go for less than S$10 during happy hour!

31 Lor Mambong
Singapore 277689
Tel: +65 6462 4288
Mon to Thu: 4pm – 1am
Fri: 4pm – 2am
Sat: 3pm – 2am
Sun: 3pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: Wine Connection

WINE CONNECTION TAPAS BAR & BISTRO

Wine Connection Tapas Bar & Bistro is one of Singapore’s largest importers of wine and they offer an extensive menu of 20 to 30 different varieties of wines.

Prices for a glass of wine can be priced at only S$6 all day, making it one of the cheapest places in Singapore for one to get wine.

11 Unity Street
#01-06 Robertson Walk
Singapore 237995*
Mon – Thu: 11.30am – 2am
Fri and Sat: 11.30am – 3am
Sun: 11am – 11pm
Tel: +65 6238 6878
Nearest Station: Fort Canning
*Wine Connection has several outlets islandwide

For more recommendations, read our guide on 11 bars in Singapore’s CBD with the best happy hour deals.

A well-known gem for quality brunch item and strategic location near Somerset MRT station, Oriole Coffee + Bar has recently expanded their menu and upped their game in the local cafe and bar scene.

Whether it is gourmet coffee that you are craving or alcohol for you to indulge in during a night out with your friends, Oriole Coffee + Bar posits as one of the best spots in town for you to have a meal at and chill out. Founded in 2008, this diner has an interesting concept as it transforms from a hipster cafe during the daytime to a snazzy bar by dusk.

We’ve been frequenting Oriole Coffee + Bar since its opening and we have to say that their food and coffee are consistently good—if not, getting better and better over the years—and it is one of our favourite cafes in Singapore.

From now until 31 May 2018, diners who spend S$35++ with Mastercard are treated to Oriole Coffee + Bar’s signature Har Cheong Gai at only $1++! Do note that the promotion is only valid from Monday through Friday, 11am to 3pm, excluding eve and day of public holidays at the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard outlet.

THE CONCEPT

Oriole Coffee + Bar is essentially a specialty coffeehouse in the day and a bar by night. During the day, guests get to indulge in hearty meals while watching the skilled baristas in action as they create each cup of coffee with precision and care.

When night falls, get ready to be serenaded with live music as you knock down pints of beer or sip on cocktails throughout the night. Their all-encompassing drinks menu features cocktails, draft beers, wine and spirits.

Situated in Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard which is just right beside 313@Somerset, Oriole Coffee + Bar definitely does not fall short in terms of serving quality grub to cater to both locals and tourists around the area.

HEARTY ALL-DAY BREAKFAST ITEMS

Don’t we all love all-day breakfast items? If you are like us who cannot wake up early, Oriole Coffee + Bar has plenty of options for All-Day Breakfast meals, which are available from 8am to 6pm daily.

One of their highly recommended dishes is the Fully Loaded (S$22) that will surely, well, leave you loaded and fuelled. Choose how you would like your eggs to be cooked, and have them with 2 types of meat, maple-glazed bacon, roasted potatoes, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms, baked bean and multigrain toast. There is also a gluten-free option for their multigrain toast!

For those with a smaller appetite and looking for a wholesome or vegetarian option, the Bircher (S$12) is a blend of healthy Greek yoghurt, rolled oats, fruits and granola.

COFFEE FOR THE DAY

Be it hot or cold coffee, Oriole Coffee + Bar will have you covered.

Coffee connoisseurs will definitely appreciate the effort taken by Oriole Coffee + Bar to offer the best brews in Singapore by travelling to countries like Ethiopia to source for beans and roasting them locally. Aside from single origin coffee brews, cold brews served black, with milk or non-dairy M.A.D milk (cold-pressed nut milk) are some crowd favourites you will be able to enjoy at the coffee specialty house.

In particular, the Death Cream (S$10++) is a special concoction of vanilla beans, espresso and cream – high level of caffeine well-balanced with the ensuing vanilla taste.

Otherwise, try their other signature in-house cold brew, Taisho White (S$8++), which is made using Oriole’s in-house signature Raven blend on the daily. Nitro cold brew lovers will be excited to hear that Oriole Coffee + Bar has recently introduced 5 different types of Nitro Cold Brew (S$7) too!

CLASSIC PIZZAS TO LOVE

This new addition to their extensive food menu is something to love. We sang nothing but praises for their Margherita Pizza (S$18), which was generously topped with fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomato confit, parmesan cheese and basil leaves.

This dish would be good for sharing amongst a group of friends—but we wouldn’t promise that you and your buddies will not be fighting over the last slice!

SEAFOOD OPTIONS

Also a newly introduced dish, the Pan-Seared Barramundi (S$26) features a fresh fillet with nutty romesco sauce.

They also have other seafood options, such as Garlic Prawn Risotto (S$25) and classic Fish and Chips (S$20).

TRUFFLE MAC AND CHEESE

Do not be fooled by their Truffle Mac and Cheese (S$24) which is seemingly unappealing because the flavours are actually very on point. Unlike many dishes that claim to have truffle yet do not have a hint of truffle taste, the taste of truffle in this dish was extremely piquant for us.

Imagine freshly baked macaroni in cheese and topped off with chunky pieces of crabmeat, crunchy corn and then rounding it all up with aromatic truffle oil; it is any cheese lover’s wildest dreams come true.

PHILLY CHEESE STEAK

Open up their Philly Cheese Steak (S$18) to find a chock full of well-marinated beef, mozzarella cheese, caramelized onions, mushrooms and capsicums sandwiched between toasted ciabatta bread.

With just the right proportion of the various ingredients, the sandwich is neither overwhelmingly sweet nor salty, making it very well-balanced.

FINGER FOOD

Look forward to close to 10 bar snack choices which are available from 11am onwards daily. These snacks go hand-in-hand with their beers and cocktails!

For an insanely addictive snack for sharing with friends, the Spam Fries (S$12++) is THE bar snack you have to get when you are at Oriole Coffee + Bar. Thick cuts of luncheon meat are deep-fried until crispy, making this sinful side the perfect accompaniment to your bubbles and ice-cold beer.

Oh what can we say, really? This is a guilty pleasure we are willing to forgo our diet for!

HAR CHEONG GAI AT ONLY S$1++

We have yet to meet a Singaporean who doesn’t enjoy Har Cheong Gai (S$16++). For the uninitiated, Har Cheong Gai is actually deep-fried chicken wings marinated with shrimp paste.

From now until 31 May 2018, Mastercard® cardholders can enjoy an exclusive deal—a serving of Har Cheong Gai at only S$1++ (U.P. S$16++) with a minimum spend of S$35++ on a la carte items in a single receipt.

Simply pay using any local or overseas Mastercard® credit or debit card to enjoy this deal! This promotion runs on weekdays from 11am to 3pm.

BAR BY DUSK

At 7pm daily, Oriole Coffee + Bar will feature a live band to bring out the chill vibes for the perfect ambience to have a glass of cocktail or beer after work. The outdoor seats will give you the best view of the live performances while you enjoy your meals and/or drinks.

We reckon that we aren’t the only ones who love their concept of ‘Café by Day, Bar by Dusk’, right? Besides whipping up quality grub and serving gourmet coffee, get some alcoholic drinks here at Oriole Coffee + Bar at night after a long day at work!

Oriole Coffee + Bar
96 Somerset Road, #01-01, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
Singapore 238163
Sundays to Thursdays: 8am – 11pm
Fridays and Saturdays: 8am – 12am
Tel: 6238 8348
Nearest Station: Somerset

This post is brought to you by Oriole Coffee + Bar.

For as long as adulthood and monthly bills started becoming a concern to us, nothing has helped alleviate that miserable feeling better than an ice-cold beer or a punchy cocktail at the end of a stress-filled workday. Yet, necessary as they are, alcoholic drinks do not come cheap in Singapore.

But did you know that besides the bar-laden enclave of Clarke Quay, Robertson Quay and Boat Quay, there lies a number of excellent bars in town with some unbelievable happy hour deals?

Forget idling around in your mundane office clicking on random icons on your computer to make yourself seem busy. Just get your work done and countdown to Happy Hour! Here are 10 Sensational Happy Hour Spots On Orchard Road That You Need To Know About.

Photo Credit: Acid Bar

#1 ACID BAR

Situated just a door away from sister outlet Alley Bar, Acid Bar’s happy hour specials focus mainly on beers and house pour liquors.

From 5pm to 9pm, get refreshed without breaking the bank with beers that go for as low as S$10.90 a pint. House pours go for S$6 a glass and you can choose to have them neat, on the rocks or with a mixer of your choice.

180 Orchard Road
Singapore 238846
Tel: +65 6738 8828
(Closed on Saturdays)
Sun to Thu: 5pm – 2am
Fri: 5pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Alley Bar

#2 ALLEY BAR

Decked out in old-school furnishings reminiscent of the Peranakan households of old, Peranakan Place’s Alley Bar is our favourite go-to bar for spot-on cocktails and martinis.

During happy hour, martinis go for S$9.90 with flavours changing day by day. Feel free to phone them to ask for the flavour of the night prior to making your way down.

180 Orchard Road,
Peranakan Place,
Singapore 238846
Tel: +65 6738 8818
Sat to Wed: 5pm – 2am
Thu & Fri: 5pm – 3am
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: Bar On 5

#3 BAR ON 5

Armed with a magnificent view of bustling Orchard Road and housing some of the world’s best whiskies, Bar on 5 is easily one of our favourite venues for enjoying a drink or two among the company of friends.

For that much-needed single-malt fix that will not cost an arm or leg, head down to Bar on 5 in Mandarin Orchard Singapore. From 5pm to 9pm daily, enjoy S$7 house pours, premium liquor for S$15 and beers for only S$8 per half pint!

333 Orchard Road, Level 5
Mandarin Orchard Singapore
Singapore 238867
Tel: +65 6831 6286
Sun to Thu: 11am – 1am
Fri & Sat: 11am – 2am
Nearest Station: Somerset

#4 FIVE TAPAS BAR

Payday seems like a heck of a long time away, but if you find yourself in a dire need of an after-work tipple, then FIVE Tapas Bar has got you covered with their daily value-for-money S$5 drinks promotion that includes half pints of draught beer.

Do try to head down as early as possible because this watering hole is usually bursting with white-collar workers and tertiary students.

25 Cuppage Road
Cuppage Terrace,
Singapore 229454
Tel: +65 6733 8097
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 12 Midnight
Fri & Sat: 5pm – 2am
Sun: 6pm – 12 Midnight
Nearest Station: Somerset

Photo Credit: KPO Café Bar

#5 KPO CAFÉ BAR

KPO Café Bar is a stylish drinking spot located right opposite Orchard Central that boasts not only good vibes and affordable tipples but an attitude as well.

From 3pm to 8pm daily, house pours are priced at S$12 and draft beers at S$14. Soak in the vibrant atmosphere as you rock out to top 40s tunes with a tipple in hand.

1 Killiney Road
Singapore 239518
Tel: +65 6733 3648
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Thu: 3pm – 1am
Fri: 3pm –  2am
Sat: 6pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Somerset

#6 NO.5 EMERALD HILL

Conveniently located near Orchard Road, No. 5 Emerald Hill (aptly named after its address) has a great number of cost-effective drinking options. This Peranakan-inspired bar has won the hearts of many with their happy hour deals that run until 9pm daily and feature S$8 house pour spirits too.

Look out for their various martini promotions after 9pm as well as a tantalising array of bar bites as well.

5 Emerald Hill Road
Singapore 229289
Tel: +65 6732 0818
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 3am
Sun: 5pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Somerset

#7 MARTINI BAR AT MEZZA9

Located in mezza9 at Grand Hyatt Singapore, Martini Bar is another of our favourite hangout.

This martini-centric bar serves up refreshing drinks at 50% off during happy hour from Mondays to Saturdays between 4pm to 9pm. From the classic, sophisticated gin martini to some inventive variations—some even featuring fanciful garnishes—there is bound to be a martini to suit any fancy.

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

#8 PRIVÉ

Need a boost after a long day out? Privé’s daily happy hour from 5pm to 8pm when you get 50% off all house pours is the perfect way to do just that.

Sit back and relax in a convivial and laid-back atmosphere in the heart of Orchard Road and enjoy special deals on beers, wines & spirits as you tuck into an array of delicious bar snacks or full-on entrées.

501 Orchard Road
Singapore 238880
Tel: +65 6776 0777
Mon to Fri: 9am – 1am
Sat & Sun: 8am – 1am
Nearest Station: Orchard

#9 TANUKI RAW

For the love of cheap drinks and even cheaper oysters, Tanuki Raw is the best place to be.

During their happy hour special from 5pm to 8pm daily, every pint of beer, cocktail or martini ordered entitles you to half a dozen freshly shucked oysters at just S$2 each—now that’s a hot deal.

181 Orchard Road, 04-01
Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6636 5949
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#10 BAR CANARY

If the prospect of happy hour prices on spiffy cocktails makes gets you ecstatic then Bar Canary is one hotel bar you would want to coop up in.

Perched atop Grand Park Orchard, Bar Canary adopts a concept whereby prices increase as the hours go by, that is, between 6pm where a bucket of either 8 bottled beers, a set of bottled wine and 4 signature cocktails are priced at S$60 and subsequently S$70 at 7pm and so on until 9pm. In that case, drop by the bar earlier to enjoy drinks at lower prices!

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270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 1am
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

Read: 10 Bars in Singapore’s CBD with the best happy hour deals.