Explore Singapore's Red Light District, Nightlife, and Top 10 Hidden Bars

In the dazzling city of Singapore, the choice of entertainment venues is not limited to traditional clubs and bars. There are also some mysterious and attractive corners waiting for you to explore. These hidden places are like the twinkling stars in the night sky, emitting mysterious light. Whether it is tasting exquisite cocktails in hidden bars or listening to exciting live music in underground nightclubs, this is a unique experience that puts you in a world full of mystery. Following the pulse of the city, let us embark on this journey of exploration together and discover the unique and intoxicating charm of Singapore at night.

Hidden bars in Singapore include:

28 HongKong Street
Roxy
The Elephant Room
The Dragon Chamber
Mama Diam
Sago House
Stay Gold Flamingo
Taylor Adam
Gibson
Parliament

01 28 HongKong Street





Ranked 49th on Asia's 50 Best Bars, this specialty bar specializes in handcrafted spirits and American-style craft cocktails, with tempting drinks such as the Black Forest Negroni and Guava Spiced Margarita. Hidden behind a nondescript 1960s shophouse façade, the bar is Singapore's most famous cocktail venue and one of the most awarded bars in Asia's history.

Opening hours:

Monday to Wednesday, Sunday 6pm to 1am
Thursday to Saturday 6pm to 2am
Address: 28 Hongkong St, Singapore 059667
MRT Station: 9-minute walk from Chinatown Station / 11-minute walk from Raffles Place Interchange Station
Facebook/ 28 HongKong Street

02 Roxy





Located in the loading dock of luxury condominium The Sail at Marina Bay, Roxy exudes retro glamour and harkens back to the glory days of rock and roll. Cocktails here are inspired by the genre’s legendary bands, tunes and venues. Specialty cocktails include the “New York Dolls Sour” and the “Smoke on The Water”.

Opening Hours:

Monday to Saturday 5pm to 12am
Address: 6 Marina Boulevard, 01-19 The Sail at Marina Bay, Singapore 018985
MRT Station: 3-minute walk from Downtown Station / 9-minute walk from Raffles Place Interchange Station
Facebook/ Roxy Bar SG

03 The Elephant Room





The Elephant Room celebrates Singapore’s rich multiculturalism with many drinks that pay homage to the Little India neighbourhood. Ingredients are freshly sourced from Tekka Market, while concoctions such as Sinhala Coffee and The New Mango draw inspiration from the different flavours of Indian cuisine.

Opening hours:

Tuesday to Thursday 5pm to 12am
Friday and Saturday 5pm to 1am
Sunday 4pm to 10pm
Address: 33 Tg Pagar Rd, #01-02, Singapore 088456
MRT Station: 11-minute walk from Chinatown / 8-minute walk from Tanjong Pagar
Facebook/ The Elephant Room Singapore

04 The Dragon Chamber





Tucked away behind a coffee shop door and beer fridge, The Dragon Chamber evokes the atmosphere of a gambling den and secret hangout. Featuring East Asian decor, it serves creative Chinese cuisine and cocktails such as Earl Grey Old Fashioned and Blossom Soda.

Opening hours:

Monday to Sunday 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10:30pm
Address: 2 Circular Rd, Singapore 04935
MRT station: 12 minutes walk from Downtown Station / 9 minutes walk from Raffles Place Interchange Station
Facebook/ The Dragon Chamber

05 Mama Diam





With marble tables and vintage murals on the walls, Mama Diam takes diners on a trip down memory lane. Cocktails here feature local ingredients such as pandan, ginger and sour plum, and dishes are presented in a traditional hawker style.

Opening hours:

Sunday to Thursday 4pm to 10.30pm
Friday, Saturday and public holidays: 4pm to 12am
Address: 38 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188665
MRT: 5-minute walk from Bencoolen / 7-minute walk from Dhoby Ghaut Interchange
Facebook/ Mama Diam

06 Sago House





Sago House is located on the third floor of a traditional shophouse in Chinatown. Although the space is small, it is warm and comfortable, showing the owner's care and attentiveness. The three founders of the bar personally used environmentally friendly materials to create 80% of the interior of the store. The menu here will also change frequently according to seasonal local ingredients.

Opening hours:

Tuesday to Sunday 6pm to 12am
Address: 37 Duxton Hill, Singapore 089615
MRT station: Tanjong Pagar Station 11 minutes walk / Chinatown Station 13 minutes walk
Facebook/ Sago House

07 Stay Gold Flamingo





When night falls, Stay Gold Flamingo takes on a completely different vibe, transforming from a charming cafe into a rock and roll bar. Not only does it serve delicious dishes such as fried oysters, mushroom tacos and roasted pork neck, but also exquisite cocktails such as Aperol Kombu Spritz and citrus Garibaldi.

Opening hours:

Monday to Saturday 8am to 4:30pm, 5pm to 12am
Address: 69 Amoy St, Singapore 069888
MRT Station: Tanjong Pagar Station 8 minutes walk / Telok Ayer Station 5 minutes walk
Facebook/ Stay Gold Flamingo

08 Taylor Adam





Tucked behind the facade of a bespoke tailor shop, Taylor Adam is full of mystery and attracts cocktail lovers. The bar's cocktails are inspired by cocktails from all over the world, and special cocktails include the Peranakan Sunset, which is made with gin from local Brass Lion Distillery.

Opening hours:

Monday to Saturday 5pm to 12am
Address: 1 Raffles Pl, #01-03, Singapore 048616
MRT station: 3 minutes walk from Raffles Place Interchange / 11 minutes walk from Telok Ayer Station
Facebook/ Taylor Adam

09 Gibson





Walk up to the second floor of this 80-year-old heritage shophouse and enter Emerald Cty. The green marble bar counter gleams in the light from the stained glass. The bar here uses Asian ingredients to mix classic cocktails, and recommends special drinks such as Gibson Cocktail and Coffee Soju Martini.

Opening hours:

Monday to Thursday, Sunday 6pm to 12am
Friday to Saturday 6pm to 2am
Address: Level 2, 20 Bukit Pasoh Rd, Singapore, 089832
MRT station: 6 minutes walk from Outram Station / 13 minutes walk from Chinatown Station
Facebook/ Gibson Cocktail Bar

10 Parliament





Parliament is a retro bar with alluring red neon lights. The atmosphere is lively and the drinks are made in American-style portions. The bar offers a wide range of cocktails and you can relax and enjoy the music.

Opening hours:

Tuesday to Saturday 5pm to 12am
Address: 18 Teck Lim Rd, Singapore, 088390
MRT station: 9 minutes walk from Outram Park Station / 10 minutes walk from Chinatown Station
Facebook/ Parliament.SG

From exquisite bartending art to story-filled atmosphere, each hidden bar shows a different side of Singapore. Whether you are visiting for the first time or are a regular in this city, these hidden bars are a wonderful experience not to be missed. In addition to experiencing Singapore nightlife, you can also explore Singapore's popular attractions.