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10 bars in S’pore with such great setting, you won’t want to go home until it closes

2016-03-04 , 1:33 pm

Last Updated on 2016-09-25 , 10:32 am

After-work drinks are a common way for friends or colleagues to get together and let loose after a tiring day at work. However, some people don’t just place the emphasis on the drink itself – the atmosphere and setting matters too! After all, good music + great atmosphere = perfect vibes for chilling out. Check out these bars with the best settings ever!

Operation Dagger

Don’t judge a bar by its name. This well-hidden bar at Ann Siang hill has fantastic vibes, courtesy of its unique decor. If you can find it (it doesn’t have a signage) it will be sure to become your next hangout.
7 Ann Siang Hill, Singapore 069791
Tue – Sat: 18:00 – 00:00

The Spiffy Dapper

Located in the hipster paradise of Amoy street, the Spiffy Dapper has awesome cocktails and is super popular with a diverse crowd, ranging from office workers to backpackers.
73 Amoy Street, Singapore 069892
Sunday-Thursday: 6pm-1am; Friday-Saturday: 6pm-2am

The Library Bar

All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. That’s why the bookworm Jack visits this bar named after his favourite place. It’s so exclusive that you need a password to gain entry – now that’s one bar worth visiting.
47 Keong Saik Rd.,, Singapore, 089151
Everyday: 6pm-1am

Tiong Bahru Bar

Guess where it is. The cosy interior with sofas and dim chandelier lighting proves to be a hit with patrons looking for a quiet night out.
3 Seng Poh Rd, 168891
Everyday: 12pm-1am

Coq & Balls

Despite its name, their cocktails (pun unintended) are not to be trifled with. The bar is a popular place with Caucasians and features decor in the theme of its name.
6 Kim Tian Road
Weekdays: 4pm-12am, Weekends: 12pm-12am

Jekyll & Hyde

The Victorian-esque interior tops our list for classiest bar decor ever. Shelves of books line the walls while colonial paintings also add a unique touch to the bar.
49 Tras St, 078988

Loof Bar

Singapore’s best rooftop bar sits atop an office building, offering a great view of the cityscape if you happen to be outdoors.
331 North Bridge Road, #03-07 Odeon Towers Extension Rooftop, 188720
Friday-Saturday: 5pm-2am; Monday-Thursday: 5pm-1am

Prelude

Located just nearby the Singapore river, this fantastic bar offers a stunning nightview of the river and the Fullerton Hotel.
3 Fullerton Road #04-01 Singapore 049215
5pm – 12am (Mon – Thurs), 5pm – 2am (Fri – Sat)

1-Altitude

It may have been praised to death and as mainstream as any bar can be, but we still can’t deny it a place here. The exclusive clientele is proof that this bar wins hands-down for its classy atmosphere.
Address: 1 Raffles Place, 048616

Aqua Luna

This open-concept bar is located right next to an infinity pool, perhaps giving it its name. Thumbs up to the serene atmosphere!
Level 7 Park Hotel Alexandra, 323 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159972
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 11pm; Fri and Sat: 12pm – 1am