Helmed by industry veteran June Baek, this tiny four-seater bar is one of 2025’s most exciting openings. After winning competitions and honing her craft across South Korea and Vietnam, Baek brings her playful yet refined cocktails back to Singapore, where she previously bartended at Madam Fan and MO Bar. Now, in her very own space, she experiments with flavours from her Korean heritage and other delightfully nostalgic concoctions.
The Cold Soup is a take on a Ulsan summer quick-fix dish: oi naengguk or cold cucumber soup. The incredibly zingy yet potent blend consists of Tokki Soju with kelp dashi, sesame, cucumber, and apple vinegar. Another interesting pick is French Fries, which has Monkey Shoulder whisky infused with fries, Heinz ketchup, tomato, chilli, and salt.
The vibe
A pocket-sized, dark, underground den that's perpetually packed. It's quite the squeeze, but just right for intimate date nights.
The food
Before descending into Hup San Social Club, line your stomach with Club Street Laundry's menu of modern Australian plates — our favourite's got to be the tender beef cheeks and mashed potato.
The drink
Bartender June shakes up savoury cocktails with a touch of childhood nostalgia.
Time Out tip
Come for the drinks, stay for the warm hospitality and lime tequila shots.