Singapore might not quite be the city that never sleeps, but it certainly knows how to keep the night alive – you just have to know where to look. Shift your after-hours attention to the iconic Marina Bay Sands. From Michelin-starred restaurants and award-winning bars to some of the city’s hottest nightlife venues, this behemoth destination knows just how to satisfy every nocturnal craving. Whether you’re priming for an electrifying night out at MARQUEE or AVENUE Lounge, or capping off an evening after a spectacular performance at the Sands Theatre, these late-night hotspots promise to keep the good times rolling.
1. Spago After Dark at Spago Bar & Lounge
Available till 1am from Tuesdays to Saturdays
If rooftop bars are your thing, take your night to new heights – 57 floors up, to be exact – at Spago Bar & Lounge. This lush, garden-in-the-sky retreat boasts a space wrapped in greenery. Enjoy late-night conversations and sips while soaking in sweeping views of the city skyline, all under a canopy of stars. The cocktail menu (from $18) features classic and creative twists, but the new concoctions by the carafe and punch bowls for two (from $58) take the fun up a notch. Try Come On, Get Lucky, a tropical medley of rum, pineapple, guava, and passion fruit. Pair it with bar bites and sweet treats that are ideal for sharing, such as octopus roll ($24), chicken ‘laksa’ spring roll ($19), and USDA prime beef sliders ($18).
2. Late CUTs at CUT
Available only for reservations between 10pm to 10.45pm on Fridays and Saturdays
Prime yourself for a big night out like a Hollywood A-lister at this Michelin-starred steakhouse that radiates star power. The walls are adorned with portraits of the biggest names in the game, as if giving their seal of approval to the premium cuts flowing out of the kitchen. The specially curated three-course Late CUTs menu ($125) tempts the nocturnal carnivore in us with hits like the bone marrow flan, and Nebraska black Angus filet mignon with hand cut French fries. Finish on a sweet note with the decadent peanut caramel bar. But wait – your night doesn’t end there. After your sumptuous feast, hit the dancefloor and groove the night away in style at MARQUEE Singapore, just a few doors down.
3. A Sip of the Roaring Twenties at Mott 32
Available from 9.30pm to midnight daily
Ever wonder what speakeasies were like in the 1920s? While time travel isn’t an option, this award-winning bar’s playful yet sophisticated nightcap experience is the closest you’ll get to the Prohibition era. Immerse yourself in the dimly lit, vintage-inspired setting, where the art of clandestine concoctions comes to life with the Mott 32 Cold Teas cocktail menu ($19). Just like they used to do back in the day, these exquisite libations are once again disguised as innocent teas and are best paired with the canapes platter. For a standout sip, try the Sichuan Smash, with Sabatini gin, sakura liqueur, menta, and Santa Bianca Sichuan – the ideal companion as your evening winds down.
4. Late Supper Menu at Waku Ghin
Available from 8.30pm to 10.30pm daily
When only the finest will do, let this Michelin-starred restaurant spoil you with its all-new supper menu ($380). The multi-course feast tantalises your tastebuds with dishes like the Australian wagyu beef with seasonal vegetables, and grilled Canadian lobster with shellfish tarragon sauce. An ideal complement is the impressively extensive, conversation-starting drinks menu, boasting rare regional Japanese sakes and artfully crafted Japanese-inspired cocktails such as Ume Komachi ($25), with plum wine, shiso leaf, lime juice, syrup, and soda. The serene, minimalist decor enhances the focus on its culinary artistry, providing a tranquil space for a slow, satisfying meal to close the night.
