After-hour hangouts: 8 bars in Clarke Quay to chill at with friends
It's been a long day, and all you want to do is kick back and relax with some good company. Looking for ideas on what you can do in Singapore at night? All you need are the three Fs: Food, Fun and Friends. Whether you feel like winding down with your buddies while enjoying good live music, or relieving stress and going wild with novel bar games, there’s a plethora of entertainment options at the vibrant nightlife hub that is Clarke Quay.
Here are 8 bars in Clarke Quay that are perfect for late night hangouts and good times with your pals!
Get the party started
Your night hasn’t really begun if you miss out on RedTail Bar by Zouk, a pre-game bar that gets you in a partying mood!
To start off, sip on intricately crafted cocktails and feast on tantalising bar nibbles that include Korean Fried Chicken, Mini Truffle Pizza and Zouk’s Signature Sausage Mash, all perfect for sharing.
Up the excitement by challenging your friends to drinking games like Digital or Giant Beer Pong, Giant Jenga, or Snakes and Ladders.
Once you get into the zone, you’re all primed and ready to party!
Games galore
If you’re seeking a fresh bar experience with friends, PONG Clarke Quay checks all the right boxes! Traditional beer pong is revolutionised into a contemporary drinking game for maximum enjoyment. The state-of-the-art PongConnect™ technology allows you and your friends to connect to live scoreboards and compete with players all over the world for a truly immersive audio-visual gaming experience.
With the likes of beer pong, live bands, happy hour promotions and an Italian-based food menu, you’ll be kept entertained throughout the night.
Drinking games are given a twist at Chupitos Shots Bar. At Singapore’s only dedicated shooters bar, choose from over 130 shots like candies, props, tricks and even fire to top it off. Local flavours like Paddle Pop and Milo Godzilla are familiar favourites, while extreme shots like Gas Chambers and Russian Roulette are not for the faint-hearted. With nightly specials and shot challenges, it’s always unforgettable at Chupitos.
Ol' school fun
Take your night to the next level with LEVEL UP, Singapore’s first ever arcade-bar that comes equipped with retro arcade games that’ll hit you with a wave of nostalgia. The adage ‘Eat, Drink, Play’ boldly emblazoned on its wall aptly describes the sprightly vibes of the place that’s wildly popular with patrons. Dig into tasty bar bites and have your fill of refreshing beer and cocktails while earning enough tokens to hit the selection of over 10 game machines available. Get your adrenaline pumping as you shoot hoops, play air hockey or work the controllers on arcade games such as King of Fighters alongside your friends for non-stop amusement!
Chasing the (rhythm and) blues
If you prefer a more laidback setting to hang out with your closest friends, Crazy Elephant is the perfect hangout spot for a chill night.
Grab a drink from the bar and settle down in the midst of good company as you get your dose of authentic, live music from the resident band in Singapore’s premier Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues bar.
From blue classics to folk and rock numbers, jam along to hit after hit in a relaxing, no-pretense environment that has just the thing to ease your nerves after a rough day at work.
Sports fans united
When you and your mates share a common love for sports, Irish pub McGettigan’s Clarke Quay is the ideal venue for awesome food, drinks and live sports action. Catch the latest sporting events live, from the Premier League & Championship League Football to the NFL. Cheer your favourite team on late into the night while downing the freshest pints of Guinness. Munch on pub grub such as Fish and Chips and Wagyu Steak Burger, and enjoy live music from the house band that’ll get your toes tapping. Ladies’ night can't be missed, especially when it involves four complimentary drinks and a special menu. Experience the full Irish hospitality!
Back to black
Le Noir, or “The Black” in French, consists of an outdoor bar and alfresco area as well as a cosy indoor club for the discerning patron.
Soak in the grand view of the Singapore River while enjoying fantastic song covers by local talents and a live band.
Hit the dance floor and groove along to old school R&B and house music, or catch the latest football match with ice cold beers on tap.
The versatile indoor and outdoor settings make Le Noir the perfect place for drinking, lounging and clubbing.
It’s tee time!
Get excited for Holey Moley, the new kid in the Clarke Quay entertainment scene! The first of its kind in Singapore, the mini-golf course and bar promises endless hours of uninhibited fun with friends. Tee off in 27 pop culture-themed holes spread across two floors, ranging from hit TV series such as Game of Thrones and The Simpsons, to epic blockbusters such as E.T. and Jaws. Look out for the hawker centre-themed golf course with an ‘upside down’ concept that’s exclusive to Singapore! When it’s time for a break, grab some food to go alongside the bar’s assortment of creative cocktails and mocktails, or dance along to live music by DJs spinning the decks. Come and have a tee-rific time with friends!
With endless entertainment options to suit every preference, there is never a dull moment at Clarke Quay. What are you waiting for? The night is still young!
Looking for a more substantial meal at Clarke Quay? Check out Tsui Wah Clarke Quay, the first Southeast Asian outlet!