Gourmet Beer Joints in Singapore

The prevalence of joints in Singapore where you can enjoy a beer makes perfect sense - after all, sometimes the best way to cool down in the heat is simply with a pint of ice cold beer. Going beyond the usual brands found in the uniquitous local coffeeshops, many beer joints now pride themselves on offering a mind-boggling array of international labels, and even craft beer. We sift through the options to present some classy establishments around town that not only serve up a tempting assortment of beers, but also offer some delicious grub to satisfy when the hunger pangs kick in.

RedDot BrewHouse

Nestled in the lush Dempsey area, RedDot BrewHouse provides a cosy, elegant ambience in which to sip on some quality craft beers, brewed with state-of-the-art equipment built by the owner and head brewer, Ernest Ng, himself. Ng has over 10 years of brewing experience, and some of the signatures at RedDot BrewHouse include the RedDot Lime Wheat, Czech Pilsner, and Summer Ale - the last having been specially crafted to enjoy in Singapore's humid climate. In the belief that good beer must be paired with excellent food, the menu at RedDot BrewHouse pulls its own weight with signature dishes of spicy linguini crab meat, beef burger, and the whisky chocolate melt cake.
Block 25A Dempsey Road, #01-01, Tel: 6475 0500

Level33

Perched atop the Marina Bay Financial Centre, Level33 is Singapore's only penthouse craft-brewery, and offers craft beers with full lunch and dinner menus. The stars of the show are the four Level33 signature craft beers - 33.1 Blond Lager, 33.2 Pale Ale, 33.3 Stout, and 33.4 House Porter. Each are brewed true to authentic recipes and original brewing methods, with the help of their 8,000-kg worth of microbrewery equipment that were hoisted up to its lofty location. For eats, start with The Ploughman's board or the Seafood Medley, both great for sharing. Hearty mains on the menu include the Back & belly (chargrilled 200 days aged Stockyard sirloin and slowly braised blackened brisket) and the Duck duet (confit of leg and oven roasted breast). If it's a light bite you're after, there are satisfying snacks including wings, tapas, lamb, and fish and chips.
8 Marina Boulevard, #33-01 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, Tel: 6834 3133

Sque Rotisserie & Alehouse

The latest opening from the Emmanuel Stroobant Group, Sque Rotisserie & Alehouse is a 256-seater casual dining bistro that is a great chill-out venue to enjoy a selection of draft and bottled beers with a meal. Choose from over 200 different types of international beers, which should go down well with the menu of what it calls "global cuisine". As its name suggests, the rotisserie is a highlight here, and meat lovers will be well satisfied with the succulent portions of roasted chicken, beef, and pork. If you're hosting a big group, the rotisserie specials of piglet baby guling and Iberico piglet should hit the spot - just be sure to place your order 48 hours in advance.
6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #01-70 The Central, Tel: 6222 1887

Boulevard Craft Beer

Pop into this gourmet bar for a post-work wind-down in a casual setting, and enjoy a range of craft brews with a satisfying meal. There's the complete range of craft beers by Archipelago Brewery here, including the Belgium Wit, Summer Ale, Bohemian Lager, and Irish Ale, as well as limited edition seasonal brews. Created to complement the flavours of the Archipelago beers, the food is in the style of modern European and Asian, with stone-fired pizzas, pastas, and burgers alongside dishes like Singapura Carrot Cake and Peninsula Skewer.
9 Raffles Boulevard #01-23, Millenia Walk, Tel: 6883 2033