28 HongKong Street

Behind a plain shophouse front, this is one of those bars that helped define what modern Singapore cocktail culture could look like. 28 HongKong Street still feels grounded in craft rather than ceremony, with artisanal spirits, classically inspired drinks, and a room that starts relaxed and gradually takes on more energy as the night moves on. It is worth visiting not only for its reputation, but because it still delivers the easy confidence of a bar built for people who genuinely want to drink well.