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What to eat at South Beach 2023

South Beach, located at the intersection of Beach Road, Bras Basah Road and Nicoll Highway, houses the upscale JW Marriott Hotel Singapore as well as a diverse range of food and beverage outlets. Discovering what to drink and eat at South Beach can be an exciting adventure.

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach at Beach Road

At South Beach, you can meet Harry and Lady M and maybe even a mermaid. Whether you are looking for just a slice of indulgent cake, some zesty tapas, exquisite sushi or freshly brewed craft beers, you can head to one of Singapore’s most prestigious addresses and have a swimmingly good time.

Eat at South Beach – Highlights

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

Akira Back (modern Japanese); Beach Road Kitchen (seafood buffet); Madame Fan (modern Cantonese)

South Beach Avenue

Armoury Gastrobar (Bar Bites); Vatos Urban Tacos (Korean-Mexican); Waga Waga Den (Coffee & Japanese Sweets); Lady M (Cakes); Harry’s Bar (Classic & Asian Bar Bites)

Lower Avenue

Masaki (Omakase Sushi); Mamacita (Tex-Mex); Black Cow (Sukiyaki); d.o.c (Italian); Crafted (Burgers & Shakes).

South Beach Singapore

South Beach Singapore

Heritgae building at South Beach

South Beach Singapore is a sprawling development with an impressive distinctive design which incorporates 4 historic buildings – 3 army barracks and the Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) Club – with 2 new tower blocks. It is directly connected to the Esplanade MRT station and within a short walk from the City Hall MRT Interchange.

Canopy South Beach Singapore

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach is 654-room luxury hotel conceptualised by Philippe Starck. The designer’s quirky edgy touches can be seen everywhere – from the hotel entrance to the elevators and the furniture in the lobby and dining space. Besides its well appointed accommodations, the hotel is also a place to delight your palate and sip cocktails at its stylish restaurants and chic bars.

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

Akira Back

Akira Back Modern Japanese Restaurant @ South Beach

Akira Back is one of the restaurants in JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach. It showcases dishes which blend modern Japanese cuisine with Korean accents and influences from around the world. Wagyu Tacos, Crispy Pork Belly Rolls, Grilled Unaqi Handrolls and Shiso Seabass, are among the interesting items on its current menu.

Akira Back Restaurant at South Beach
Akira Back South Beach
    
Chope Reservations

Opening Hours: 12 noon – 2.30 pm; 6 pm – 10.30 pm

Akira Back Menu


Beach Road Kitchen

Beach Road Kitchen

The hotel all day dining restaurant is the Beach Road Kitchen. It has buffet brunch, lunch and dinner as well as a range of local and international dishes on its menu. See our post Beach Road Kitchen – all day dining at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach.

Beach Road Kitchen JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
Seafood Buffet at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

Menus

Chope Reservations

Opening Hours:
Seafood Buffet Lunch: Monday to Saturday, 12 noon – 2:30 pm
Seafood Buffet Brunch: Sunday, 12 noon – 3 pm
Seafood Buffet Dinner: Monday to Sunday, 6 pm – 10 pm
A la Carte: 12 noon – 10 pm


Tonic

Tonic @ JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
Tonic

Tonic is a specialty gin bar that also serves tapas and light bites.

Tonic Menu

Opening Hours: 11 am to 12 midnight


The NCO Club

JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach also manages The NCO Club, a heritage building that has been transformed into a unique lifestyle destination.

The NCO Club
South Beach Club

The NCO Club is home to an upscale Chinese restaurant Madame Fan, and trendy bars – Cool Cats, Fish Pool and Stags’ Room.

The NCO Club South Beach Singapore

Madame Fan

Madame Fan
Madame Fan
    

Madame Fan is a lifestyle-dining concept featuring masterfully modern Cantonese cuisine by acclaimed restaurateur Alan Yau. Drunken Chicken Soup, Sweet and Sour Kurobuta Pork, Pan Fried Wagyu Beef, Foie Gras, black pepper sauce and Wok Fried Aromatic Crispy Duck.

Opening Hours:
Lunch: 12 noon – 2.30 pm | Mon To Fri
Brunch: 11 am – 1 pm; 1:30 pm – 3.30 pm | Sat, Sun & Ph
Dinner: 6 pm – 10 pm| Mon To Sun

Chope Reservations

Cool Cats

Cool Cats
Cool Cats

Cool Cats is a swanky live music lounge with signature cocktails and light bites.

Cool Cat Menu

Chope Reservations

Opening Hours:
Wed-Sat: 7 pm – 12 midnight
Closed Sunday to Tuesday,

Fish Pool

Fish Pool
Fish Pool

Fish Pool is a raw bar that showcases seafood in three ways – sashimi, crudo and ceviche, complemented by creative cocktails inspired by the tropics and a spectacular underwater mermaid performance.

Fish Pool - underwater mermaid performance
Fish Pool – Underwater Mermaid Performance

Fish Pool Menu

Chope Reservations

Opening Hours:
Fri & Sat: 6 pm to 10.30 pm

Stags’ Room

Stags’ Room
Stags’ Room

Stag’s Room is a lush wine lounge featuring a private reserve of wines from around the world.

Stags’ Room Menu

Chope Reservations

Opening Hours:
Tue -Sat: 5 pm – 11 pm


What to Eat at South Beach Avenue

South Beach Singapore

South Beach Avenue is the retail component spread across the entire basement and street level of South Beach under the iconic golden canopy, as well as a conservation building.

Drink and Eat at South Beach Avenue
    
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
South Beach Singapore

Armoury Gastrobar  #01-01

Armoury Gastrobar South Beach
Armoury Gastrobar
Armoury Gastrobar South Beach

The drinks menu of the Armoury is extensive with a wide selection of international beers. Pub food like burgers, fries and wings as well as mains like ribs and cod fish are available. Read our review here.

Opening Hours:
Tue – Thu: 11.30 am – 10.30 pm
Fri – Sat: 11.30 am – 11 pm
Sun: 11.30 am – 10 pm
Closed on Monday


Vatos Urban Tacos  #01-03

Vatos Urban Tacos Bar
Vatos Urban Tacos

Vatos Urban Tacos serves KoMex cuisine i.e. tacos, quesadillas and other Mexican dishes with Korean twists. Craft beers and interesting cocktails are also available. See our review at Vatos Urban Tacos Singapore – New KoMex Restaurant.

Vatos Urban Tacos
Vatos Urban Tacos

Vatos Urban Tacos Menu

Chope Reservations

Opening Hours :
Tue to Fri: 12 noon – 3:30 pm; 5 pm – 10:30 pm
Sat & Sun: 12 noon – 10:30 pm
Closed on Monday


Waga Waga Den #01-14

Waga Waga Den cafe at South Beach Singapore

Waga Waga Den is a stylish specialty coffee shop with a Japanese Zen-inspired garden outdoor seating area for good coffee and artisanal tea.

Waga Waga Den South Beach
    

Opening Hours:
Tue – Fri: 8.30 am – 3.30 pm
Sat: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
Closed Sun & Mon


Quaich Bar  #01-16

Quaich Bar at South Beach

Quaich Bar is a dedicated whisky bar that has been awarded the ‘Great Whisky Bar of the World’ accolade. It carries more than 500 types of whiskies and also offers a variety of specialist beers, wines, tequilas, rums, vodkas and other drinks.


Lady M  #01-17

Lady M at South Beach Avenue

Lady M at South Beach is a calm oasis with good cakes and good ambience. It is a delightful cafe to enjoy casual and sophisticated refreshments any time of day. See our post Lady M at South Beach Avenue.

Lady M Confections South Beach

Opening Hours:
Sun – Thu/Public Holidays: 11:30 am – 10 pm
Fri – Sat/ Eve of Public Holidays: 11:30 am -10:30 pm


Harry’s Bar #01-18

South Beach Singapore Harry's Bar

Harry’s Bar serves a good range of drinks as well as comfort food.

Harry's Bar at South Beach

Menu

Opening Hours:
Sun to Thu: 12 noon to 11 pm
Fri & Sat/Eve of PH: 12 noon to 12 midnight


Little Island Brewing Co  #B1-16

Little Island Brewing Co at South Beach Singapore

Little Island Brewing Co, the popular Changi Village microbrewery, restaurant and pub, has opened an outlet in South Beach. Savour freshly brewed craft beers, and smoked and grilled meats as well as bagels, tapas and desserts.

Little Island Brewing Co Bar at South Beach

Opening Hours:
Mon-Tue: 3 pm – 11 pm
Wed-Sat and Eve of public holidays: 3 pm – 12 midnight
Sun: Closed


Masaki #B1-17

Masaki Sushi Restaurant at South Beach Singapore

Masaaki, an omakase sushi restaurant, is the new stage of Chef Masaaki Sakashita, previously of Ishi and Hashida Sushi. Using the finest ingredients from Japan, each dish is prepared quickly to deliver and preserve the essence of each individual dish.

Menu

Opening Hours:
12 noon – 2.30 pm; 6 pm – 10 pm
Closed on Monday


Mamacita #B1-18

Eat at South Beach Mamacita Tex Mex restaurant
    

Opening Hours: 8 am – 5 pm
Closed on Sunday

MAMACITA, the Mexicana Casa of South Beach Avenue, is a laid-back place for mexicana favourites. If affordable ensaladas, fajitas and churros are what you want to eat at South Beach, MAMACITA will be a great spot.


Black Cow  #B1-20

Black Cow Restaurant South Beach Avenue

Black Cow is a modern Japanese restaurant and sake bar. Read our post on Black Cow here.

Black Cow South Beach Set Lunch

Menu

Opening Hours:
Lunch
Tuesday To Friday: 12 noon – 2 pm
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 12 noon – 2.30 pm
Dinner
Tuesday To Thursday: 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday & Saturday: 6 pm – 9:30 pm
Closed on Monday


d.o.c #B1-21

d.o.c  Italian Restaurant at South Beach Singapore

d.o.c is a family-friendly ristorante that serves authentic Italian cuisine with a wide selection of wines and a dedicated espresso bar.

Opening Hours: 11 am – 10 pm


Crafted by Peter Zwiener #B1-21

Crafted by Peter Zwiener at South Beach Singapore

Crafted by Peter Zwiener, a sister outlet to Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Singapore, is renowned for its dry-aged, 100% Prime Beef Burgers and Specially Crafted Milkshakes. Read more.

Crafted by Peter Zwiene
Crafted By Peter Zwiener South Beach Burger

Menu

Opening Hours: 11 am – 11 pm


Starbucks #B1-24

Starbucks Coffee at South Beach

The familiar Starbucks Cafe offers coffee, pies, sandwiches, desserts and more from early in the morning till late in the evening.

Menu

Opening Hours: 8 am – 6 pm


South Beach Singapore is an exciting dining destination. It will not be a problem to find somewhere to drink or eat at South Beach. There is something for everyone from early in the morning till late at night – leisurely weekend brunch, business lunch, lazy afternoon tea, romantic dinner or celebratory drinks. Any time of the day you can head to South Beach to wine and dine.

Car Park | MRT

South Beach - entrance Esplanade MRT

Car Park Entrance Via Nicoll Highway

Hourly Parking Charges:
Mondays – Fridays
0700 – 1759 hr: $1.20 per 30 min
1800 – 0659 hr: $3.20 per entry

Saturdays / Sundays / Public Holidays
0700 – 0659 hr (Next Day): $5.00 per entry

Nearby MRT Stations: Esplanade, City Hall

Location Map of Marina Bay
Location Map of Marina Bay

South Beach Avenue Directory

South Beach
30 Beach Road
Singapore 189763

    
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