Some Great Bars to Visit.... (Singapore)

The Toucan Irish Pub
This one is a favorite among expats and locals for both its authentic Irish delicacies and its location. Situated away from the bustling city, the pub evokes a folksy charm similar to actual watering-holes in Ireland. With its cozy indoor area fitted with wooden panels and furnished with faux-teak tables and chairs, the pub looks as quaintly Irish as it can get. But the real draw is in its beer garden. Here, the lush lawn, bench seating, wooden barrows and a wishing well provide that laidback vibe ideal for large gatherings with friends and family -
a perfect alternative to sweaty and suffocating confined spaces.
15 Duxton Hill, 6223-5950

Red Dot Brewhouse @ Dempsey

In the heart of Dempsey Hill sits Red Dot Brewhouse, famed for its flavorful self-brewed beers.
Housed in century-old former military barracks, the building's rich history, coupled with the lush greenery of the adjoining beer garden is sure to keep you comfortably rooted. Select from the microbrewery's long list of freshly brewed ice cold beers to start off your garden booze session on a perfect note.
25A Dempsey Rd., 6475-0500.

White Rabbit

The sprawling whimsical garden of Alice in Wonderland comes to mind when you set foot in Rabbit Hole, a bar behind the much-loved White Rabbit restaurant. With rustic swings, quirky ornaments and wooden benches plotted across the spacious garden, you and your partner can enjoy classy drinks in a charming environment. Let DJ Has and his merrymakers complement your night with sexy and soothing house music while you sip on their signature martinis, margaritas and mojitos.White Rabbit, 39C Harding Rd., 6473-9965.

Néktar - a vast selection of premium cocktails all meticulously concocted by the bar chefs, and You could create your own cocktails. Housed in a classic heritage building, the bar offers a cosy ambiance away from prying eyes.
31 Scotts Rd., 6836-9185. Open daily 5pm-1am.


Wild Oats
Situated high on Mt. Sophia and housed in an old colonial building, Wild Oats is something of a love-birds' secret for its intimate ambiance. Its alfresco deck is a favorite nesting ground for couples with its plush rattan chairs and stout tables. Surrounded by lush greenery and soothing music, the bar is perfect for those get-to-know sessions. Couples have reportedly met and married here.
11 Upper Wilkie Rd., 6336-5413. 
Open Tue-Thu 6pm-midnight; Fri-Sun 6pm-1am.

Mr. Punch Wine Bar
For the young at heart, Mr. Punch Wine Bar offers a delightfully different experience, thanks to its location on the rooftop of the Mint Museum of Toys. Start your dating itinerary with a walk through five different storeys in the museum and embark on a nostalgic trip with over 50,000 toys from the mid-19th to mid-20th century, then head up to the cozy bar with your partner and indulge in private time together with their selection of cocktails and wine while admiring the vintage collection of posters and memorabilia adorning the walls.
Mint Museum of Toys, 26 Seah St., 6334-5155. 
Open Mon-Thu 4pm-midnight; Fri-Sat, eve of public holiday 4pm-2am


1 Twenty Six
#01-26 Playground @ Big Splash, 902 East Coast Parkway, 6348-2126Lush green concept to East Coast Park to give us 1 Twenty Six - the first-of-its-kind garden gastro-bar with a contemporary award-winning European restaurant. Diners in the glass-enclosed space can look through the trees to the beach a stone's throw away. Just go alfresco - wine and dine, or simply sip and slip away into the sunset, grooving to live music belted out by resident bands. Its delectable European fusion cuisine has been earning rave reviews and with its range of signature cocktails and extensive wine list, you can be sure that you won't be leaving this place sober.

Breeze
The Scarlet, 33 Erskine Rd., 6511-3333
Hidden on top of The Scarlet Hotel, this rooftop bar is the perfect remedy to pub-house claustrophobia. Comfy cabanas and day-beds lend a beach resort vibe, and drink prices are decidedly not astronomical. One can take in the panorama of Chinatown and the Shenton Way area while soaking in the cool breeze.

One Rochester
1 Rochester Park, 6773-0070. Open Sun-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2am
A perpetual favorite among Singaporeans, One Rochester is also one of the very first gastro-bars. Set in a colonial black and white bungalow surrounded by lush greenery, you can groove to chill-out beats and smooth jazz here. The food doesn't disappoint either - there are light affairs like Spanish almonds and tomato bruschetta, or more solid offerings like aged ribeye steak, pork crackles and pan fried tofu. And don't miss their extensive range of creative cocktails.