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.
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 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.
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.
Akira Back
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.
Opening Hours: 12 noon – 2.30 pm; 6 pm – 10.30 pm
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.
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 is a specialty gin bar that also serves tapas and light bites.
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 is home to an upscale Chinese restaurant Madame Fan, and trendy bars – Cool Cats, Fish Pool and Stags’ Room.
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
Cool Cats
Cool Cats is a swanky live music lounge with signature cocktails and light bites.
Opening Hours:
Wed-Sat: 7 pm – 12 midnight
Closed Sunday to Tuesday,
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.
Opening Hours:
Fri & Sat: 6 pm to 10.30 pm
Stags’ Room
Stag’s Room is a lush wine lounge featuring a private reserve of wines from around the world.
Opening Hours:
Tue -Sat: 5 pm – 11 pm
What to Eat at South Beach Avenue
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.
Armoury Gastrobar #01-01
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
Quaich Bar #01-16
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 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.
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
Harry’s Bar serves a good range of drinks as well as comfort food.
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, 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.
Opening Hours:
Mon-Tue: 3 pm – 11 pm
Wed-Sat and Eve of public holidays: 3 pm – 12 midnight
Sun: Closed
Masaki #B1-17
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.
Opening Hours:
12 noon – 2.30 pm; 6 pm – 10 pm
Closed on Monday
Mamacita #B1-18
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 is a modern Japanese restaurant and sake bar. Read our post on Black Cow here.
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 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, a sister outlet to Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Singapore, is renowned for its dry-aged, 100% Prime Beef Burgers and Specially Crafted Milkshakes. Read more.
Opening Hours: 11 am – 11 pm
Starbucks #B1-24
The familiar Starbucks Cafe offers coffee, pies, sandwiches, desserts and more from early in the morning till late in the evening.
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
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
South Beach
30 Beach Road
Singapore 189763
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