Jazz enthusiast or not, there’s something to be said about the expressive fluidity of the genre that will certainly get your feet tapping. Jazz is a music genre hard to describe. It’s precise yet unpredictable, leaving lots of room for musicians to slot in solos, toy with scales, time signatures and so on.
Whether you’re new to it or not, you’ll learn to love it regardless. Decked out in snazzy interiors, serving up a range of carefully crafted cocktails and featuring smashing live jazz sets to boot, here is our list of 6 jazz bars in Singapore that’ll get your feet tapping faster than you can say ‘Sinatra’.
Astor Bar
Exuding an aura of sophistication, St. Regis Singapore’s Astor Bar is a choice venue for after-work tippling and to enjoy quality jazz tunes performed by flawless musicians.
Their beverage arsenal features an array of prestigious vintage champagnes, acclaimed wines, and premium international spirits. The highlight of their cocktail list is the Chilli Padi Mary, a local interpretation of the Bloody Mary that features local flavours and a fiery kick.
Live Performances: Daily from 7.45PM – 11.30PM
Address: The St. Regis Singapore, Lobby Level, 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247911
Opening Hours: 12PM – 1AM (Sun to Thu), 12PM – 2AM (Fri & Sat)
Contact: +65 6506 6859
Nearest MRT Station: Orchard
Cool Cats
Aptly named Cool Cats, the NCO Club’s live music lounge and cocktail bar—is where the coolest cats in town hang out at. The bar sees a weekly rotation of resident artists gracing its stage and boasts a repertoire of original cocktails that pay tribute to jazz music. A place where sophisticated tippling and fantastic live entertainment proudly co-exist, Cool Cats is a place that warrants a visit.
Live Performances: 8:30PM onwards.
Address: 32 Beach Rd, Singapore 189764
Opening Hours: 8.30PM – 1AM (Wed to Sat)
Contact: +65 6818 1920
Nearest MRT Station: Bugis
Monti
Monti packs a punch for the entirety of its location. Set against the majestic Marina Bay skyline, it is a place where jazz and tipples collide—the perfect combination for a great evening.
Every night at the Indoor Lounge & Bar, allow their resident jazz musicians to wow you with an array of jazz and blues numbers as you sit back and enjoy a glass of wine. Their line-up changes often so there’re always new acts to look forward to.
Live Performances: 7.30PM onwards
Address: 82 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049327
Opening Hours: 11AM – 5PM, 6PM – 10.30PM (Daily)
Contact: +65 65350724
Nearest MRT Station: Raffles Place
Lewin Terrace (CLOSED)
Housed within a grand black-and-white bungalow surrounded by lush greenery, dining at Lewin Terrace feels like an oasis where time stands still.
Here, the cuisine is a mishmash of East and West with a French-Japanese-inspired menu. In the month of August 2019, treat yourselves to some of the best that jazz music has to offer with Djogets Trio (2 Aug) and Gypsy Jazz Trio (23 Aug) out on the open veranda.
Do note that the restaurant will officially be ceasing operations on 30 August 2019.
Address: 23B Coleman St, Singapore 179807
Opening Hours: 12PM – 3PM, 6.30PM – 11PM (Wed to Sun), Closed on Mon & Tue
Contact: +65 6333 9905
Nearest MRT Station: City Hall
Lu Lu’s Lounge
Named after its fictional owner, quirky and outlandish Lu Lu’s Lounge provides an animated nightlife experience quite unlike any other in the city.
Offering nightly live jazz gigs and DJ sets, a myriad of snazzy cocktails and light bar snacks, guests can expect a throwback to 1960’s New York backstreet club—glitzy decor and chic aesthetics included.
Live Performances: 9.30PM onwards.
Address: Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039595
Opening Hours: 8PM – 3AM (Wed); 9pm – 3am (Thu); 9pm – 5am (Fri & Sat)
Contact: +65 9829 1922
Nearest MRT Station: Promenade
The Powder Room
Housed in a beautifully-restored 1930s landmark, The Powder Room exudes glitz and glamour to the very finest. They have in their drinks list a plethora of fancy, handcrafted cocktails that are sure to intrigue and impress.
Grab yourself a date and show her what romance is as you knock back a few cocktails while taking in the beautiful melodies from the live jazz bands that perform there.
Address: 19 Cecil St, Singapore 049704
Opening Hours: 11.30AM – 11.30PM (Mon to Sat), Closed on Sundays
Contact: +65 6438 3757
Nearest MRT Station: Raffles Place
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