The 10 Best Craft Beer Bars in Singapore

Singapore's top craft beer bars and taprooms for fresh taps, serious bottle lists and local brews.

Reviewed by our editors · Updated July 2026 · How we rank

Our verdict: American Taproom is the best craft beer bar in Singapore right now - best overall tap range and service depth. Smith Street Taps runs it closest.

Singapore's craft beer scene is small but serious: the best bars are not just places with many taps, but venues that rotate kegs carefully, keep their lines clean and help drinkers choose beyond the usual lager.

For this ranking, we prioritised dedicated craft beer bars and taprooms with strong reputations, real beer focus, current operations and enough range for both casual drinkers and hop-chasing regulars.

  1. 01

    A serious Waterloo craft beer bar with 40 rotating taps and Cicerone-led beer service.

    261 Waterloo Street, #01-23, Singapore 180261
    +65 9632 1570info@americantaproom.com.sgamericantaproom.com.sg
    $$ price range

    Best overall tap range and service depth.” - our editors

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    American Taproom earns top spot because it behaves like a proper beer bar, not a restaurant that happens to pour craft beer. The rotation is wide, the staff can guide style choices without making newcomers feel silly, and the atmosphere works for both a solo pint and a group night. Beer geeks will appreciate the tap depth and IPA focus, while less technical drinkers still have approachable options. The trade-off is that it can feel a little utilitarian compared with moodier bars, and popular kegs may disappear quickly.

    Why American Taproom made TheBest SG · full scorecard
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    It combines Singapore's broadest dedicated tap selection with knowledgeable service, reliable rotation and a central location, making it the strongest all-round craft beer bar for both regulars and first-timers.

    American Taproom is one of Singapore's most beer-focused bars, built around a large rotating draft programme and proper beer service. Its Waterloo outlet lists 40 active taps, with beer boards updated as kegs change and a strong leaning towards IPAs, hazies, stouts, sours and other modern craft styles. The bar pairs the beer list with American comfort food, including pizzas and bar snacks, making it useful for both tasting sessions and casual dinners. A key difference is staff training: the team highlights Certified Beer Server and Certified Cicerone credentials, which shows in the way beers are recommended and served.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 89/100
    Unique Service Proposition19/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility18/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation17/20
  2. 02

    A Chinatown hawker-centre craft beer stall known for fresh rotating taps and no-frills pours.

    335 Smith Street, Chinatown Complex, #02-062, Singapore 050335
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    $$ price range

    Most iconic local craft beer experience.” - our editors

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    Smith Street Taps remains one of the most Singaporean ways to drink craft beer. The setting is practical, loud and unpretentious, which is exactly why regulars like it. The taps are the draw, not decor or cocktails, and the hawker-centre location makes it easy to match a pale ale or sour with local food. The honest trade-off is comfort: it is not where you go for air-conditioning, table service or a polished date-night mood. Go for selection, value and character.

    Why Smith Street Taps made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It has long shaped Singapore's craft beer culture by making quality draft beer accessible in a hawker setting, with a reputation far bigger than its physical footprint.

    Smith Street Taps is a defining name in Singapore craft beer because it puts rotating draft beer into a hawker-centre setting. Located in Chinatown Complex, it is known for pouring local and international craft beers without the polish or pricing structure of a full-service bar. The appeal is direct: order a beer, pair it with hawker food nearby and drink in one of Singapore's most casual drinking environments. Its reputation comes from years of serving serious beer drinkers who care more about tap freshness, selection and community than table service or ambience.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 88/100
    Unique Service Proposition19/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money18/20
    Innovation16/20
  3. 03
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    GOOD LUCK

    87/100

    A Haji Lane taproom championing Singapore microbreweries with 12 curated taps.

    9 Haji Lane, Singapore 189202
    +65 8028 4804hello@goodluckgoodluck.sggoodluckgoodluck.sg
    $$ price range

    Best showcase for Singapore craft brews.” - our editors

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    GOOD LUCK is one of the best choices when you want to drink Singapore-brewed beer in a setting that feels distinctly local. The tap list is smaller than American Taproom's, but the curation is tighter around homegrown breweries, which gives it a clear point of view. Haji Lane adds energy, and the Singaporean snacks make it more than just a pint stop. The trade-off is space and noise: it can get crowded, and the area is not ideal for a quiet tasting session.

    Why GOOD LUCK made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It earned a high rank for its committed support of Singapore microbreweries, memorable Haji Lane setting and strong identity as a local-first taproom.

    GOOD LUCK, formerly known as Good Luck Beerhouse, is a Haji Lane craft beer taproom that puts local beer at the centre of the experience. The team describes the venue as a local craft beer taproom, cocktail dive and Singaporean snack bar, with 12 taps curated around Singapore microbreweries. It also sits alongside Good Luck Coffee Bar and Fatt Choy Eating House, so the venue moves from daytime coffee to beer, cocktails and food later in the day. The shophouse location keeps it lively, compact and easy to add to a Kampong Glam evening.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 87/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation17/20
  4. 04
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    Druggists

    86/100

    A Jalan Besar craft beer fixture with rotating taps, hearty food and a loyal regular crowd.

    119 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore 207547
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    $$ price range
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    Druggists has stayed relevant because it feels lived-in, not manufactured. The room has character, the crowd is usually there for the beer, and the rotating taps make repeat visits worthwhile. It is especially good for groups who want food with their pints and do not need a formal dining room. The trade-off is that the experience can vary depending on what is tapped that week, and the busy communal layout is not for people seeking a quiet, polished bar.

    Why Druggists made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    Its longevity, recognisable Jalan Besar setting and steady reputation among local craft beer drinkers make it one of Singapore's essential independent beer bars.

    Druggists is a longstanding Jalan Besar craft beer bar housed in the Singapore Chinese Druggists Association building. It is known for a rotating tap list, casual communal energy and food that goes beyond basic bar bites. The venue has built a reputation among beer drinkers who want variety without a glossy hotel-bar feel, and its location near Lavender and Jalan Besar makes it convenient for after-work drinks or a weekend crawl. The beer range typically favours craft staples, guest pours and seasonal kegs, with enough breadth for drinkers who enjoy trying something new each visit.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 86/100
    Unique Service Proposition17/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation17/20
  5. 05
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    The Guild

    85/100

    A Keong Saik craft beer bar and restaurant built around Young Master beers and comfort food.

    55 Keong Saik Road, #01-01, The Kesa House, Singapore 089158
    +65 9042 3900theguild.sg
    $$$ price range
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    The Guild is the pick for people who want craft beer with restaurant-level thought behind the food. Young Master's beers give the tap list a strong backbone, and the guest pours keep it from feeling like a single-brand bar. The Keong Saik setting also makes it easy to plan a proper night out. The trade-off is that it is less of a pure beer geek hangout than American Taproom or Smith Street Taps, and prices reflect the dining-room setting.

    Why The Guild made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It balances respected brewery backing, a strong 19-tap programme and one of the better food pairings among Singapore's craft beer venues.

    The Guild is a craft beer bar and restaurant on Keong Saik Road, created around Hong Kong's Young Master Brewery and chef-led comfort food. Its current site lists 19 craft beers on tap, including Young Master pours and rotating guest beers from independent breweries across Asia and Europe. The room is more dining-led than a bare-bones taproom, with a circular bar, shophouse setting and a menu designed to pair with beer. It works well for drinkers who want better food, cocktails and a more polished evening without giving up serious beer options.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 85/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service17/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money16/20
    Innovation17/20
  6. 06

    An Ubi brewery and tasting room known for bold Singapore-brewed IPAs and sours.

    50 Ubi Avenue 3, #01-12, Singapore 408866
    sales@pinkblossomsbrewing.compinkblossomsbrewing.com
    $$ price range
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    Pink Blossoms is for drinkers who care about what is in the glass more than where the bar is located. The Ubi tasting room is not as convenient as a central nightlife district, but the reward is fresh local beer from a brewery with a clear modern craft identity. Their hop-forward beers are the draw, and the brewery setting makes it feel closer to the production side of the scene. The trade-off is location and limited ambience compared with a full-service city bar.

    Why Pink Blossoms Brewing made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It represents one of Singapore's strongest small-brewery taproom experiences, with fresh local beer, a recognisable style and real credibility among craft drinkers.

    Pink Blossoms Brewing is a Singapore brewery with a tasting room at Ubi, making it one of the clearest choices for drinkers who want beer close to the source. Its story centres on founder Hong Han returning from the United States craft beer scene to build a local brewery, with the first public pint poured in 2018. The beer range leans into modern craft styles, including New England pale ales, hop-forward releases and flavour-led seasonal beers. The tasting room is more functional than fancy, but the appeal is freshness and direct access to the brewery's own releases.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 84/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service17/20
    Accessibility15/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation17/20
  7. 07
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    LeVeL33

    82/100

    A Marina Bay microbrewery restaurant pouring house-brewed beers with skyline views.

    8 Marina Boulevard, #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, Singapore 018981
    +65 6834 3133level33.com.sg
    $$$ price range
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    LeVeL33 is not the most adventurous tap list in Singapore, but it is hard to beat for setting. The in-house brewing gives the beer programme a real point of difference, and the Marina Bay view makes it a strong choice for visitors or special occasions. It is also more food-driven than most taprooms, which broadens its appeal. The trade-off is price and atmosphere: it can feel like a premium restaurant first and a craft beer haunt second.

    Why LeVeL33 made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    Its on-site brewing, polished service and unmatched Marina Bay location make it Singapore's strongest premium craft beer and dining option.

    LeVeL33 is a microbrewery, bar and restaurant on the 33rd floor of Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1. It brews beer on-site and positions itself around freshly brewed craft beers, skyline views and a dining menu that uses beer-brewing elements. The venue is open daily and offers a more premium experience than a typical taproom, with house beers, brewery tours and a full restaurant format. Its setting makes it especially useful for business hosting, visitors or drinkers who want a Singapore view with their beer rather than a casual neighbourhood bar.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 82/100
    Unique Service Proposition19/20
    Quality of Service16/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money14/20
    Innovation16/20
  8. 08

    A Changi Village microbrewery and smokehouse with house beers, barbecue and multiple outlets.

    6 Changi Village Road, Singapore 509907
    +65 6543 9100cv@libc.colibc.co
    $$ price range
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    Little Island Brewing Co works best when you want craft beer with a relaxed, outdoor-leaning meal rather than a technical tasting flight. The Changi Village outlet has real personality, and the smokehouse food gives the beers an easy purpose. It is also one of the better options for larger groups. The trade-off is that the beer list is centred on its own brews, so drinkers seeking a wide international rotation may prefer a specialist tap bar.

    Why Little Island Brewing Co made TheBest SG · full scorecard
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    It brings together local brewing, generous space, food pairing and an established Changi identity, making it one of Singapore's most complete brewpub experiences.

    Little Island Brewing Co is a Singapore microbrewery and smokehouse that started at Changi Village and now also operates at South Beach and Gillman Barracks. Its Changi site is the most recognisable, with a large casual setting, house-brewed beers, smoked meats and live-music energy. The brand highlights freshly brewed craft beers dispensed from copper taps, alongside brisket, pork belly, ribs and pizzas. It is less of a quiet tasting room and more of a full evening venue, which suits families, groups and drinkers who want food, beer and space in one place.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 81/100
    Unique Service Proposition16/20
    Quality of Service16/20
    Accessibility16/20
    Value for Money16/20
    Innovation17/20
  9. 09
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    Brewerkz

    80/100

    A long-running Singapore brewpub brand with house-brewed craft beer and riverside dining.

    30 Merchant Road, #01-07 Riverside Point, Singapore 058282
    +65 9011 9408brewerkz.com
    $$ price range
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    Brewerkz is not the newest or smallest name on the list, but its consistency matters. It is accessible, group-friendly and reliable when you want house-brewed beer with a full meal near the river. The brewery side gives the brand real roots in Singapore's beer scene, and seasonal or collaboration releases add interest beyond the core range. The trade-off is that it can feel more like a mainstream brewpub than an indie craft bar, especially during busy dining hours.

    Why Brewerkz made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It remains a major Singapore brewpub name because of its brewing scale, central outlets, reliable house beers and broad appeal for groups.

    Brewerkz is one of Singapore's most established craft beer and brewpub names, with several outlets and a brewery programme behind its house beers. The Riverside Point outlet remains a natural reference point for visitors and locals, offering craft beer brewed in Singapore alongside Western and Asian-inspired food. The brand also runs beer education, contract brewing and collaborations, which gives it more depth than a standard restaurant chain. While it has grown into a larger operation, it remains relevant for drinkers who want dependable local craft beer, generous seating and an easy Clarke Quay area location.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 80/100
    Unique Service Proposition16/20
    Quality of Service16/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money15/20
    Innovation16/20
  10. 10

    A Dempsey craft brewery restaurant with house beers and a leafy pet-friendly setting.

    25A Dempsey Road, #01-01, Singapore 247691
    +65 6475 0500rd@reddotbrewhouse.com.sgreddotbrewhouse.com.sg
    $$ price range
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    RedDot BrewHouse closes the ranking because it is a reputable local brewing name with a pleasant setting, even if it is not as beer-geek driven as the top taprooms. Dempsey gives it space and calm, and the pet-friendly environment makes it stand out from central bar options. It is a good choice when food, parking and comfort matter. The trade-off is that serious craft hunters may find the range less dynamic than bars built around frequent rotating guest taps.

    Why RedDot BrewHouse made TheBest SG · full scorecard
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    It deserves inclusion for its long-running local brewery credentials, Dempsey setting and approachable brewpub format, though its beer range is less adventurous than higher-ranked venues.

    RedDot BrewHouse is a local craft brewery and restaurant at Dempsey Hill, established in 2007 and known for a relaxed, pet-friendly setting. The venue combines house-brewed beers, a full food menu and event-friendly space in one of Singapore's greener dining enclaves. It is more brewpub than specialist taproom, so the draw is its own beer programme and the easy-going Dempsey atmosphere rather than constant guest-keg hunting. Its long operating history and clear local brewery identity make it a useful option for groups, families and drinkers who prefer a laid-back meal with craft beer.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 79/100
    Unique Service Proposition16/20
    Quality of Service15/20
    Accessibility16/20
    Value for Money16/20
    Innovation16/20

Best Craft Beer Bars in Singapore compared

RankNameKnown forPriceAward
#1American Taproom40 taps · ipas$$
#2Smith Street Tapshawker centre · rotating taps$$
#3GOOD LUCKlocal beer · haji lane$$
#4Druggistsjalan besar · rotating taps$$
#5The Guildyoung master · keong saik$$$
#6Pink Blossoms Brewinglocal brewery · ubi$$
#7LeVeL33microbrewery · marina bay$$$
#8Little Island Brewing Comicrobrewery · changi$$
#9Brewerkzbrewpub · riverside$$
#10RedDot BrewHousedempsey · brewpub$$

Craft Beer Bars in Singapore - your questions

What makes a good craft beer bar in Singapore?

A good craft beer bar should have a fresh rotating tap list, well-kept draft lines, staff who can explain styles clearly and a range that includes local, regional and international breweries.

Are craft beer bars in Singapore expensive?

They are usually pricier than mainstream beer bars because many kegs are small-batch or imported. Expect higher prices for double IPAs, barrel-aged beers and limited seasonal releases.

Which area has the best craft beer bars?

Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Jalan Besar, Keong Saik and the East Coast have some of the strongest options, while brewery taprooms are more spread out across the island.

Should I book ahead?

Book for larger groups, weekends or brewpubs with full food menus. Smaller taprooms may take walk-ins, but popular evenings can fill quickly.

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