Developed in the 1830s as part of the 1822 Raffles’ plan for Chinatown, back then Amoy Street was located near the shore of Singapore, housing businesses that catered to the sailors and the sea trade. Interesting also to note, it was also associated with salubrious opium-smoking dens during colonial times.
These days, Amoy Street is buzzing with a bustling bar, cafe and dining scene adding to the vibe of one of the most hip and happening precincts for socialising in The Lion City. The sheer variety of venues you can visit is mind-boggling.
Expat Choice spotlight's the best restaurants, cafe's and bars in the area so you can narrow down your preferences when making a reservation decision. Take a stroll with us down a street which offers more colour and movement than most other streets across Singapore! Image Credit: North Miznon Singapore Facebook Page
Native
Let’s start off the list with an award-winning bar, Native, which has bagged the 18th spot on the World’s 50 Best Bars for 2020. A legendary concept by Vijay Mudaliar, the cocktail menu reflects his style of bringing the best out of local ingredients. You will also find a lot of Sri Lankan influence in the drinks as well as the bar bites. Get ready to sip on heady drinks like Sarapan, Oyster Omelette, Peranakan, Bengal Sling, Chasing The Dragon, and Japanese Grasshopper. Enjoy these with Kimchi Crackers, Appam Jala, and Moonlight Fried Rice. Image Credit: Native Facebook Page
a. 52a Amoy St, Singapore 069878
Employees Only Singapore
Acclaimed as Asia’s 50 Best Bars for three consecutive years from 2016-18, Employees Only is not to be missed. The reasons for its accolades are many, but we feel it is because of the happening bar scene and chilled-out vibes. And, of course, the ability of the staff to concoct some potent potions and whip up tantalizing bar bites and nosh. We love their Ginger Smash, Dragon’s Lair, and Bahama Mama with Oysters on the Half Shell, Spicy Smothered Shrimp, and Chicken Crackling. For serious eats, we recommend EO Smash Burger, Cavatelli, and Prime Ribeye with potato gratin. Nom, nom! Image Credit: Employees Only Singapore Facebook Page
a. 112 Amoy St, Singapore 069932
Burger Bar New York
Bringing you closer to New York City, Burger Bar has the most epic American burgers on the island. While a hamburger might be your go-to, we do recommend trying their Jalapeno Cheeseburger and Fried Buttermilk Chicken with Spicy Coleslaw to entice your taste buds. What we also love about this place is their variety of vegetarian burgers, and amongst these, Portobello with Cheese & Jalapeno and Fried Camembert Burger are our favourites. Image Credit: Burger Bar New York Website
a. 115 Amoy St, #01-03, Singapore 069935
North Miznon
A different menu is planned each day by the chefs at North Miznon, keeping fresh ingredients in mind. Helmed by the culinary genius Eyal Shani, the restaurant is just one among the 23 restaurants he runs around the globe. The menu features modern Israeli dishes divided into daily catches from the fields, catches from the Singapore sea, and meats. Go gaga over their Blue Crab Pasta, The Baby Cauliflower, Beetroot Carpaccio topped with horseradish slaw, and Hraime: Burning Grouper in tomato sauce. They also excel in making lamb ribs, kebabs, and shawarma. Image Credit: North Miznon Singapore Facebook Page
a. 110 Amoy St, #01-01, Singapore 069930
The Flying Squirrel
One of Amoy Street’s well-kept secrets, The Flying Squirrel, is tucked away as a hideout and has a reputation amongst the locals. Come here for a filling Japanese supper or come around to pick up a bento box for a quick meal. You can pair their sushi and sashimi with some sake or go in for some entrees like Truffled Hamachi Carpaccio, Spicy Salmon Bruschetta, and Pan-fried Truffle Gyoza. For mains, we recommend their Garlic Butter Clam Udon, Kurobata Curry, and Truffled Wagyu Don. Image Credit: The Flying Squirrel Facebook Page
a. #01-02 92 Amoy St, Singapore 069911
w. www.theflyingsquirrel.com.sg
Carne
The man behind Mirazur, Mauro Colagreco, helms Carne at Amoy Street, and we cannot keep calm. Tucking into a burger with the sauce and meat fat trickling down on our hands and licking it all clean is an experience. This entire feeling just got a gourmet upgrade at Carne with organic ingredients and Michelin star chef skills. So come down and bite into Beef and Chimichurri Burger, Crispy Fish Burger with Kimchi Slaw, and the classic Complete Burger. Do not miss out on their triple-cooked Agria Fries and milkshakes. Image Credit: Carne Facebook Page
a. 88 Amoy St, Singapore 069907
Wang Dae Bak
Relish authentic Korean barbecue at the comfy, cosy ambience at Wang Dae Bak. We absolutely love their Spicy Pork Belly, Marinated Pork Shoulder, Marinated Boneless Prime Rib, and Spicy Marinated Chicken. Their beef, pork, and chicken hotplate set comes with sides and rice, and it is perfect for a one-person meal. Not in the mood for barbecue? Order some delicious Korean classics like Spicy Rice Cake, Japchae, Bibimbap, and Bulgogi Rice. Image Credit: Wang Dae Bak Korean BBQ Facebook Page
a. 22 Cross St, #01-64, Singapore 048421
Dapper Coffee
An apt place for working with a cup of hot coffee and filling bites, Dapper Coffee, is a cosy nook masquerading as a cafe. Chow down on delicious cubanos and go for various combinations like Cheese & Mustard, Lard Mayo, Roast Pork, House Ham, Butter Pickles, and Fresh Mojo. They can also whip up breakfast for you and have a good choice of tea and coffee. Plus, of course, they have smashing cocktails, which you can enjoy at the cafe or come back in the evening when it turns into a proper bar. Image Credit: Dapper Coffee Facebook Page
a. 73A Amoy Street Second Floor, Singapore 069892
Pho 99 Vietnamese Delight
Packed with people, especially during the lunch hours, Pho 99 serves one of the best, soul-soothing pho. One slurp of the warm broth will make your taste buds sing in appreciation. We love their Pho Tai, a classic Vietnamese pho made with beef slices and rice noodles in a clear broth. The broth is brewed for a few hours and tastes divine. You can also try their Bun Cha Gio, a bowl packed with spring rolls and vermicelli, or go for their rice spring rolls and chicken wings. Image Credit: Pho 99 Vietnamese Delight Facebook Page
a. 57/58 Amoy St, Singapore 069883
w. vietnamesedelights.wixsite.com/menu
s. www.facebook.com/Pho-99-Vietnamese-Delight-Telok-Ayer-Street-401082243277597
The Spiffy Dapper
The kind of place you’d find yourself slobbering drunk because the drinks here are absolutely irresistible. Sip on their most potent cocktails - Lollapalooza (rye, oleo saccharum, lime juice, grapefruit juice & bitters), Sheikh On The Road (black tea gin, demerara sugar syrup, lemon juice, egg white, cardamom bitters & Turkish delight), and Baby Grind (peated scotch whiskey, absinthe, agave syrup & orange bitters). Pair these with Mac & Cheese, George’s Indian Nachos, Fried Hot Chicken with hot sauce, or Beer Chilli Nachos. Image Credit: The Spiffy Dapper Facebook Page
a. 73A Amoy Street Second Floor, Singapore 069892
Nouri
There are chefs, and then there are culinary artists who turn each plate into an art piece. Experience this artistic play on your palate and taste buds at Nouri. Start off with some comfort food with Bread and Broth. Devour a lovely meal of Scallop and Pumpkin (aged Kent pumpkin fondant, pan-seared Hokkaido scallop, pumpkin consommé) and Lobster Kanzuri (Boston lobster, fermented Japanese paste, capsicum piperade). They also make a fine Ras el Hanout (spice-crusted grouper, fig chutney, sauce matelote). Do not miss out on their lovely selection of wine and end your meal with mignardises. Image Credit: Restaurant Nouri Facebook Page
a. 72 Amoy St, Singapore 069891
w. nouri.com.sg
Corduroy Palace
The new entrant to the bar scene of Amoy Street, Corduroy Palace, is already buzzing with excitement. Helmed by the team of Lucali BYGB, well known for lip-smacking pizzas, Corduroy offers a luxe wine hall. One can sit back, relax, and feel the nocturnal vibes with the dim-lit ambience. You’re sure to be spoilt for choice with their expansive wine list, but the sommeliers here will bring you only the best. Sink your teeth into a prime rib, go aphrodisiac as you enjoy fresh oysters, or settle for a classic Waldorf salad and chicken cordon bleu. Image Credit: Corduroy Palace Facebook Page
a. 110 Amoy Street, Gemmill Ln, #01-02 (Entrance behind off, Singapore 069930
Alati
Can’t wait to head to Greece for a vacay? Take a mini trip to Amoy Street and dine at Alati to get a feel of the Cyclades within Singapore. The blue and white hues are inviting, and the wafting aroma of freshly cooked seafood delights completes the experience. Prawn lovers are sure to enjoy their new signature, Garides Kataifi, where the prawns are wrapped in a kataifi phyllo pastry and served with roasted almonds and sun-dried tomato aioli. Each of their dips is heavenly and goes brilliantly with dishes like Crispy Eggplant Balls, Spanakopita, and Phyllo-wrapped Feta. Image Credit: Alati Facebook Page
a. 73 Amoy St, Singapore 069892
w. www.alati.sg
Cloudstreet
Pouring imagination and creativity into food is a daily business at Cloudstreet. Helmed by Chef Rishi and Gareth Vino, this restaurant has a vibe similar to being seated at your friend’s living room, enjoying a drink or two, and having conversations over good food. Plush and comfortable, the ambience invigorates you. Pick from their expansive list of wines or rely on their talented sommelier. While the menu keeps changing seasonally, our current favourites include Dungeness Crab with macadamia and chamomile jelly, Smoked Kingfish with chayote, clarified watermelon, and horseradish, and Tamarind & Pink Peppercorn. Image Credit: Cloudstreet Singapore Facebook Page
a. 84 Amoy St, Singapore 069903
Birds of a Feather
Chengdu is a city in the Chinese province of Sichuan, and it is home to flavourful ingredients. Bringing these ingredients together to create heart-warming dishes is the specialty of the modish restaurant, Birds of a Feather. Start off with a BBQ French Quail or relish some of their Birds Avocado & Crab Bruschetta. Those who can handle their spice should definitely try their Sichuan Maine Lobster and Bird’s Skewer. The place also makes impeccable steaks and delicious fish preparations. We love to round off the meal with some wine or their potent cocktails. Image Credit: Birds of a Feather Facebook Page
a. 115 Amoy St, #01-01, Singapore 069935
Chico Loco
Get messy as you tuck into a delightful spread of Mexican food at Chico Loco. Experience the sizzling magic of rotisserie chicken on your tastebuds and enjoy the crunch and the smokiness as you bite into it. Dip your fingers into their salsa and guac as you savour their nachos, burritos, and tacos. The key is to get messy. We recommend trying their Mexican ‘Elotes’ Street-Corn, Lamb Tacos, Fried Buttermilk Chicken Burger, and Hearty ‘Farm’ Bowl. Their sauces, rubs, and flavours are on-point, and each dish creates an explosion of taste in your mouth. Image Credit: Chico Loco Facebook Page
a. 102 Amoy St, Singapore 069922
