Best happy hours in Singapore: Where to go for cheaper cocktails, beers and bar bites

Nothing like a refreshing round of cocktails and beers to celebrate the end of the work day. Whether you're heading down with your colleagues or clinking glasses with your pals, happy hour never fails to keep the good vibes going. For affordable sippers and deals worth snagging, here are the best happy hours in Singapore:

Deals from S$12 & under

THE STORE

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This cozy retreat beckons with its 𝟭𝟭@𝟭𝟭 happy hour from 4pm to 6pm, Tuesday to Saturday, featuring $11 craft cocktails.

Experience unique concoctions like the Screw Whisky Sour, blending Suntory Kakubin with a citrus twist, or the tropical Guava Daiquiri, a sweet yet balanced treat. Pair your drink with their acclaimed White Wine Mussels, making for a delightful dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere.

THE STORE is located at 11 Neil Road, Singapore 088809, p. +65 8731 1883. Happy hour runs daily 4pm to 6pm. 

Connections Lounge, Copthorne King's Hotel 

Settle in for a night of groovy 80s tunes, bar snacks and refreshing cocktails, wines and more at Connections Lounge and hotel bar. A gem that resides in Copthorne King's Hotel Singapore, the spot is the ideal setting for any post-work or social gathering accompanied by trendy high-top chairs and a cosy ambiance.

Head down between 4pm to 8pm, when Happy Hours are enlivened with generous one-for-one deals on their house-pour spirits, Tiger beer, and more. Between bites of addictive Popcorn Chicken (S$10) and Deep-Fried Chicken Wings with Thai Chilli Sauce (S$10 for 4 pcs), keep a lookout for the live band that ease you into a night of relaxation and indulgence. 

Connections Lounge is located at Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore, 403 Havelock Road, Singapore 169632, p.+65 6318 3161. Happy Hour runs daily 4pm -8pm.

Atrium Bar 317

Relax and unwind after a long day at the snazzy Atrium Bar 317. Indulge in refreshing beverages and tasty grub amidst elegant interiors as while enjoying live sports screenings and live band performances.

Happy Hour runs 12pm to 7pm daily here with house pour wines, beers, and spirits at just S$10++ each, in addition to cocktails like Spicy Basil Gin Gin Mule (S$18++) and floral The English Garden (S$20++). Hungry? Chow down on addictive Fried Spiced Potato Wedges, Chicken Gyoza, pizzas or dim sum such as Steamed Pork Ribs with Garlic (S$10++) and Radish Cake with Beansprouts in X.O. Sauce (S$10++).

Atrium Bar 317 is located at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium’s lobby, 317 Outram Rd, Singapore 169075.  Happy Hour runs daily 12pm-7pm.

Brasserie Astoria

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Friday and Saturday afternoons are golden at Brasserie Astoria with their golden hour menu. Enjoy a range of $12 drinks and dishes, from the classic Margherita Pizza to the Smashed Burger and Calamares Fritos. Their drink specials include the melodic Mr Tambourine Man cocktail and an Old Fashioned, among others.

Brasserie Astoria is located at 11 Empress Pl, Singapore 179558, p. +65 9619 1567. Golden Hour menu runs Fri – Sat, 3pm-6pm.

1-Arden

Perched with a breathtaking view, 1-Arden’s JUST-DRINK-HOUR, available daily from 3pm to 10pm, offers an extensive selection of house spirits, wines, and draught beers, all priced at S$12.

Opt for the beer bucket deal at S$45 for five bottles and elevate your experience with the spectacular city skyline as your backdrop.

1-Arden is located 88 Market St, CapitaSpring, Singapore 048948, p. +65 8518 3763. Happy Hour runs daily 3pm-10pm. 

Employees Only

The uber classy and chic Employees Only has quickly garnered a devoted following of frequenting imbibers. Alluding a speakeasy vibe, the restaurant-bar sits behind a fortune teller’s lair which reveals the elevated back dining room.

At Aperitivo Hour, get your favourite cocktails at S$10++, curated with house pour spirits including gin, vodka, tequila, rum, whiskey, and scotch. Soak up the booze with Truffled Grilled Cheese Bites (S$16), and Hand-Cut Steak Tartare (S$29).

Employees Only is located at 112 Amoy St, Singapore 069932. Aperitivo Hour runs Sun-Thurs 5pm-7pm.

Super Loco Group

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The El Loco Hour across Super Loco Group’s outlets brings good vibes with $10 specials on frozen margaritas, beers, and selected house wines and spirits. Available until 7pm at Chico Loco and from 3pm to 7pm at other locations, it’s a fantastic way to enjoy vibrant Mexican-inspired cocktails and bites in a lively ambiance.

Super Loco Group's locations include Chico Loco @ Amoy Street, Super Loco Robertson Quay, Super Loco Customs House, and Lucha Loco @ Duxton Hill. Happy Hour runs until 7pm at Chico Loco and from 3pm-7pm at other locations. 

Druggists

If you're crazy about craft beers and Asian spirits, Druggists is the place for you. Located in the up-and-coming Tyrwhitt Road, the casual spot is a fuss-free location to unwind and have a good time.

On the menu you'll find a rotating roster of 23 craft beers, as well as nibbles, hearty burgers and tacos. Happy Hour promos on selected craft beers and cocktails are priced at S$12 each. To pair, enjoy mouth-watering wings at just S$10.

Druggist is located at 119 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore 207547. Happy Hour runs Mon – Thu 4pm-6pm.

Takeshi-san

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Nestled in Holland Village, Takeshi-san is an alluring Izakaya offering a variety of beverages and bites at just S$5 each. Highlights include the Junior Pint Beer, Mini Suntory Highball, and a selection of gin sodas, which make for the perfect pairing alongside appetisers like Lobster Salad, Spicy Katsu and Yakitori.

Takeshi-san is located at 38 Lor Mambong, Singapore 277694, p. +65 8875 1515. Happy Hour runs daily 5pm-7pm. 

Papi's Tacos

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With various locations throughout Singapore, Papi's Tacos offers a diverse array of happy hour and daily deals. At Seah Street the outlet’s happy hour features $10++ specials on drinks including Singapore Lager Draught and frozen lime margaritas, daily from 3-7pm.

Whist, the outlet at Tanjong Pagar spices up the week with Margarita Mondays and Taco Tuesdays, providing ample reasons to visit for fun and flavoursome deals.

Papi’s Tacos has locations in Seah Street, Tanjong Pagar & Katong. Happy Hour timings differs at each location.

Kinki Restaurant + Bar

Revel in the SUPER HAPPY HOUR from Monday to Saturday, at Kinki Restaurant + Bar. At just $10 each, enjoy a variety of cocktails like Super Gin & Tonic, wines, and bottled beers. The Super Burrito offers a satisfying eat alongside your drink, or choose from selected cocktails like the Geisha-Rita at a 20% discount.

Kinki Restaurant + Bar is located at 70, #02-02 Collyer Quay, Customs House, 049323, p. +65 6533 3471. Happy Hour runs Mon-Sat 5pm-8pm.  

Deals from S$20 & under

Sugarhall

An evening at the rum-focused, Sugarhall, calls for excellent cocktails and an approachable yet elevated grub menu. Happy Hour here warrants a flavourful Plum Daiquiri (S$15), or the unique Olive Negroni (S$16). Refuel with the likes of Vegetable Momos (S$16), and Tom Yum Prawn and Chicken Dumplings, (S$16).

Sugarhall is located at 19 Cecil Street, Singapore 049704, +65 98150246. Happy Hour runs daily 5.30pm-8pm.

The Elephant Room

Inspired by the culture, and history of Singapore's Little India, The Elephant Room brings the untold stories of the neighbourhood to our plates.

At Happy Hour, relish in the energising Espresso Martini, and the Milk Punch, a boozy take on the Indian Chaas, with bourbon and chaat masala at S$20.

The Elephant Room is located at 33 Tg Pagar Rd, #01-02, Singapore 088456, p. +65 9111 5131. Happy Hour runs daily 5pm-8pm.

Offtrack

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Offtrack blends music and mixology in an ambiance that’s both upbeat and inviting, thanks to its roots in local music collectives Darker Than Wax and Ice Cream Sundays. As No.79 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2023, it invites guests to unwind with the 'Leisure Times' menu, available daily from 6pm to 7pm.

Sip on expertly crafted cocktails such as El Diablo, Side Car, and Tommy’s Margarita for S$16 each, or choose from a selection of wines at S$14 and beers at S$12. Pair your drink with the highly recommended Garlic Noodles (S$16) for a complete dining experience.

Offtrack is located at 34 N Canal Rd, #01-01, Singapore 059290, p +65 8748 0408. Happy Hour runs daily 6pm-7pm. 

Rosemead

Rosemead offers a delightful retreat with its farm-to-table American grill concept right in Singapore's CBD. Its Happy Hour, from Tuesday to Saturday, features a variety of cocktails ($15++), wine, and beer ($13++ each), accompanied by an array of delicious bites starting at just $12++.

Guests can savour refreshing cocktails like the Pink Spritz (S$15) and Red Sangria (S$15). Chef de Cuisine Ammie Khoo’s specially crafted food menu offers perfect aperitivo pairings like Beef Sirloin Skewers (S$24), and a Grilled Cheese Sandwich (S$16).

Rosemead is located at 19 Cecil St, Singapore 049704, p.+65 9781 9084. Happy hour runs Tue-Sat, 5.30pm-7.30pm. 

SQUE Rotisserie & Alehouse

Offering one of the largest selections of draught beers in Singapore, SQUE is perfect for beer punters. The riverside spot boasts stunning views of Singapore’s bumboats and skyline.

Bring a friend or treat yourself to the 1-for-1 Happy Hour Around The World as you sip on Filipino  San Miguel (S$12 for 300ml, S$15.50 for 500ml), or European favourites like Stella Artois Euro Pale Lager (S$13.50 for 330ml, S$19 (500ml). The 1-for-1 is also applies to cocktails.

SQUE Rotisserie & Alehouse is located at 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #01-70 The Central, Singapore 059817. The Happy Hour runs 11.30am-8.30pm.

Manhattan

Manhattan’s ‘Violet Hour’ offers a unique twist on the happy hour experience. Available Tuesday through Friday, guests are treated to a complimentary warm Raines sandwich with every drink purchase. This tantalising and sophisticated offering provides a perfect pairing to the bar’s extensive drink selection.

Manhattan is located at 1 Cuscaden Rd, Conrad Singapore Orchard, Level 2, Singapore 249715, p. +65 6725 3377. Happy Hour runs Tue-Fri, 5pm–7pm.

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This article was first published in City Nomads.