5 Best Pubs in Singapore (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A good pub in Singapore has to do double duty, cocktails for a date night and a proper pint after work, and this page's picks have logged just under 7,000 reviews between them. Ratings run from 4.3 to a near-perfect 4.9, tight enough that the real decision comes down to vibe and neighbourhood, not quality.

Short answer: For a night that leans cocktail-forward, Jigger & Pony is the standout at 4.6 stars across 1,800 reviews, a genuine award-winning bar in Tanjong Pagar. For something more laid-back with beer on tap, Upward Taproom holds the highest rating on this page at 4.9. Expect to spend roughly SGD 20 to 50 per person on drinks at most of these spots.

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How these Singapore pubs stack up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Jigger & Pony	4.6 ★	1,800	Cocktail bar, date night	View ›
2	Upward Taproom Craft Beer Bar, Club Street (Telok Ayer, Chinatown)	4.9 ★	994	Craft beer, relaxed drinks	View ›
3	Chupitos	4.6 ★	1,245	Nightlife, shots and cocktails at Clarke Quay	View ›
4	No.5 Emerald Hill	4.3 ★	1,524	Since 1991, classic cocktail bar	View ›
5	Muddy Murphy's Irish Pub	4.4 ★	1,258	Irish pub classics, Orchard Road	View ›

Where to go and why

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Jigger & Pony

4.61,800 Google reviews

Jigger & Pony is an award-winning cocktail bar inside the Amara Hotel in Tanjong Pagar, known for a rotating seasonal cocktail menu alongside a dedicated happy hour and a wine and beer list. The bar leans into contemporary, carefully crafted drinks rather than a straightforward pub setup, and it takes reservations for guests who want to guarantee a seat on busy nights. It's strictly 18-plus.

What people praise

Bartenders described as knowledgeable and attentive, going out of their way to explain each drink
Cocktails praised as beautifully balanced with real technique behind them
Interior consistently called beautifully crafted

Worth knowing

A few reviewers found the drinks sweeter and less distinctive than the reputation suggests, and noted some cocktails come pre-batched rather than made to order
Gets busy on weekends, so reservations are worth making ahead

Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume1,800 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown77% 5-star

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Our take: It tops this list on the strength of nearly 1,800 reviews at a 4.6 average, the deepest combination of scale and rating on this page, but go in expecting a polished cocktail bar experience rather than a casual pub.

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165 Tg Pagar Rd, Amara Hotel, Singapore 088539

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Upward Taproom Craft Beer Bar, Club Street (Telok Ayer, Chinatown)

4.9994 Google reviews

Upward Taproom is a craft beer bar attached to the Mercure ICON hotel near Club Street, offering a rotating tap and can selection that reviewers say changes almost daily, including beers from Chinese breweries synced with the Untappd app. It runs a happy hour and offers a discount for hotel guests, and the space leans toward a quieter, conversation-friendly atmosphere rather than a loud night-out scene.

What people praise

Staff frequently praised by name for friendly, knowledgeable service
Beer selection described as genuinely rotating and worth exploring, not just a static tap list
Quiet enough to actually talk, according to multiple reviews

Worth knowing

Smaller, more low-key setup than some of the bigger names on this list, so it may not suit a large group looking for a lively scene

Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume994 · 58th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

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Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The highest rating on this page at 4.9, built on nearly 1,000 reviews. It ranks second here mainly because its review volume trails Jigger & Pony's, not because of any quality gap.

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8 Club St, #01-06 Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre, Singapore 069472

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Chupitos

4.61,245 Google reviews

Chupitos is a bar and restaurant at Clarke Quay that started as Singapore's first shooters bar and has since expanded into a fuller cocktail and food menu, all built around a lively, riverside party atmosphere. It runs regular promotions, including a Monday buy-one-get-one cocktail deal, and features live music on weekends.

What people praise

High-energy atmosphere praised repeatedly, especially for weekend nights out
Shot presentation, including flaming varieties, called a genuine showstopper
Live music on Sundays gets specific, repeated praise

Worth knowing

Food menu described by some as limited in variety for the price point
Prices run on the higher side for the portion sizes

Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume1,245 · 75th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown78% 5-star

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Our take: A 4.6 average across 1,245 reviews puts it solidly in the middle of this pack, a strong pick specifically for a lively night out rather than a quiet drink.

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3E River Valley Road #01-01, The Circuit, CQ@, Clarke Quay, 179024

#4🕑 Open 7 days

No.5 Emerald Hill

4.31,524 Google reviews

No.5 Emerald Hill has operated since 1991 out of a restored 1910 Peranakan shophouse, making it one of the longer-running cocktail bars on this list. It serves an extensive range of international cocktails, martinis, and spirits alongside bar bites including chicken wings that have won awards, and the building's original wall paints and carvings are preserved throughout.

What people praise

Cozy, distinctive Peranakan-shophouse atmosphere called out repeatedly
Chicken wings and bar snacks specifically praised alongside the drinks
Gets busy even on weeknights, a sign of a loyal following

Worth knowing

A few reviewers found the food secondary to the drinks and only average
Cocktails served in pairs at this venue, so it suits even-numbered groups better than solo visits

Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume1,524 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 months ago

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Rating breakdown60% 5-star

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Our take: At 4.3 stars across 1,524 reviews it has the largest review count on this page after the top two, a long track record for a genuinely old-school Singapore bar.

Website +6567320818 Directions

5 Emerald Hill Rd, Singapore 229289

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Muddy Murphy's Irish Pub

4.41,258 Google reviews

Muddy Murphy's Irish Pub sits along Orchard Road at Claymore Connect, running a full Irish pub menu of lamb rack, Guinness pie, and fish and chips alongside its beer and cocktail list. It's open until midnight most nights and runs lunch specials, including a discounted chicken cutlet deal that draws its own following.

What people praise

Guinness pie and lamb rack repeatedly named as standout dishes
Lunch promotions praised for value and portion size
Warm, energetic Irish pub atmosphere called out across many reviews

Worth knowing

Service around timing, like dessert arriving before mains are cleared, has drawn a handful of complaints
As with any busy pub kitchen, expect some inconsistency dish to dish

Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume1,258 · 81th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown56% 5-star

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Our take: A 4.4 average across 1,258 reviews makes it a reliable, classic Irish pub pick, especially for anyone who wants food alongside their drinks rather than cocktails as the main event.

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442 Orchard Road #01-02 to 05 Claymore Connect, 238879

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How we score these pubs

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers have actually rated the pub, weighted against the others on this page. Confidence combines the two, so a high rating resting on thousands of reviews scores above the same rating on a handful. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do drinks cost at pubs in Singapore? (2026)

Review highlights on this page put typical spending per person anywhere from about SGD 10 to 90 depending on the venue and how much food you order alongside drinks. Cocktail-forward bars like Jigger & Pony and No.5 Emerald Hill run toward the higher end, while a casual beer at Upward Taproom trends cheaper.

Job	Typical price
Casual beer or single cocktail, per person	SGD 10 - 30
Cocktail bar visit with food, per person	SGD 30 - 90

Ranges compiled July 2026 from real Google review price-per-person highlights across these venues.

Pubs across Singapore

These picks cluster around Tanjong Pagar, Club Street, Clarke Quay, Emerald Hill, and Orchard Road, so a pubs near me search in central Singapore will usually turn up one of these picks. Clarke Quay and Club Street sit close enough to walk between on one night out if you want to compare a few.

What to know before a night out at Singapore’s pubs

Does the venue take reservations, or is it walk-in only?
Is there a minimum age or dress code?
Is there a happy hour window worth planning around?
Does the pub serve food, and is a kitchen open late?
Is the space quiet enough to talk, or built for a louder night out?
Are there ongoing promotions, like discount nights or set menus?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge + top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these pubs?

We looked at real Google Business Profiles for pubs and bars across Singapore, then ranked them by a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently customers were still leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and gets refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Do I need a reservation at these pubs?

It depends on the venue. Cocktail bars like Jigger & Pony fill up on weekends, so a reservation is worth making; more casual spots tend to be walk-in friendly.

What’s the age limit at Singapore pubs?

Most venues, including Jigger & Pony, require guests to be 18 or older; check with the specific pub if you’re bringing a group with mixed ages.

The bottom line

Jigger & Pony is the safe default if you want a proper cocktail bar with a real track record behind it. If you’d rather sip something more relaxed, book ahead at Upward Taproom instead, and call first to check happy hour timing before you head out.

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