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The sexiest bars in Singapore

Spice up the night at these seductive drinking spots

Fabian Loo
Dawson Tan
Written by
Fabian Loo
&
Dawson Tan
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The sky darkens, but the date is only just beginning. Kick things up a notch and amp up the romance by heading to these sexy bars in town. And no, we aren’t talking about the dingy sorts; these downright swoon-worthy bars come filled with luxury, style, and glamour – complete with stiff drinks, sultry music, and dim mood lighting to help you charm your way into your date’s good books, and maybe a little more.

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Cocktail bars
  • Tanjong Pagar

WHAT IS IT There’s always a utopic sense of mystery, romance, and theatre at Anouska's whenever you enter. A quiet secret of the Duxton Reserve Hotel, this seductive bar is an ode to former Bond girl Anouska Hempel, an acclaimed British interior designer who designed the hotel. Tipples here are a fusion of contemporary recipes with nostalgic Eastern influences and designed with the heyday of disco in mind.

SEX APPEAL There’s a sense of eccentricity in the air. The interior exudes elegance and old-world charm as the space is peppered with Anouska’s personal collection of vintage antiques and furniture.

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Hotel bars
  • City Hall

WHAT IS IT One of the World’s 50 Best Bars 2021, expect narrative-driven artfully crafted cocktails with an artisanal food menu while you lounge in plush cosy furniture with the stunning Marina Bay skyline as your backdrop. A worthy spot for the discerning couple with taste money can't buy.

SEX APPEAL  Bold interiors that exude an understatement lavishness at the Mandarin Oriental is inspired by the Pacific Ocean and the culture of Asia's ports. The restaurant bar comes aglow nearing sundown while it gradually transforms into an alluring space with a mysterious ambience under the moonlight.

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Café bars
  • Tanjong Pagar

WHAT IS IT  Walk past its velvet drapes and a sleek, neon-lit drinking lounge awaits you. Expect a titillating line of crafted cocktails that flexes Japanese cocktail-making precision with high-energy American influences to ensure each drink comes fit for rockstars.

SEX APPEAL Heavily influenced by 70s rock culture and sporting a trippy low ceiling, the space gives off a nonchalant vibe that makes sneaking in a few tipsy lip-locks in the private booths worthy foreplay before heading home to seal the deal.

  • Bars and pubs
  • Cocktail bars
  • Raffles Place

WHAT IS IT A intimate speakeasy concealed behind the storefront of a bespoke tailor. Suit up and sip on an inspired bespoke menu based on trade and travel around countries within the Commonwealth. 

SEX APPEAL The journey from entering to having a drink in hand is a well-tailored experience that is filled with mystery and allure. Finessing snazzy tipples that pair up with luxurious foods such as caviar, it's perfect for couples that yearn to embody the iconic Mr & Mrs Smith. 

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Cocktail bars
  • Orchard

WHAT IS IT This portal to 19th century New York City comes decked out with leather armchairs and plush sofas. The lighting is so dim and romantic that you almost can’t read the words of the menu; not that it’s any problem. The friendly staff will gladly recommend a drink based on your taste and preference. 

SEX APPEAL Posh vibes and old-school glamour certainly helps add to the charm. Its location at Orchard Road makes it a convenient spot to head to after dinner. Tables also offer enough privacy, allowing for hushed conversations. 

  • Bars and pubs
  • Cocktail bars
  • Tanjong Pagar

WHAT IS IT An intimate 25-seater space hidden behind Maxi Coffee Bar. The ever-changing menu keeps things exciting, so you will never know what to expect at this thematic drinking spot. 

SEX APPEAL Banquette seatings line the perimeter of the bar, giving you an intimate setting to get close with your date. Plus, the drinks are playful and imaginative, which is always a plus. 

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Rochor
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WHAT IS IT A grand art deco-inspired bar that looks exactly like a European hotel lobby of the era. Magnificent champagne-hued tapestries line the ceiling, intricate gold and bronze balconies surround the space, and, of course, a massive gin tower stands imposingly at one end.

SEX APPEAL Atlas oozes sophistication no matter the time of day. When the sun is up, the gilded interior is imposing and glittery. Then, under the night sky, the shimmer settles into old-world extravagance.  

  • Bars and pubs
  • Kallang

WHAT IS IT The former dance floor of Club 5 has since been reimagined into a fun, sultry bar. Brass accents and vintage light fixtures help add character, and texture, to the romantic drinking hole. And the menu pulls from its culturally rich locale to present locally inspired drinks. 

SEX APPEAL The interior seems to have taken a page from The Great Gatsby. Get transported back to the Roaring Twenties, a time of partying in excess, and expect a stylish night-out. 

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  • Bars and pubs
  • Raffles Place

WHAT IS IT The mismatched floral wallpaper and glittering chandeliers over plush velvet settees dial up the romance of this quiet bar that's inspired by the luxe life of 1800s San Francisco. 

SEX APPEAL If you’re lucky (or baller) enough, grab a seat at one of two private booths, where you can push a button for a bottle of Billecart-Salmon champagne ($100). The swanky boudoir feeling certainly helps turn up the romance. 

  • Bars and pubs
  • Hotel bars
  • Rochor

WHAT IS IT You’ll find some of the finest drams at The Whiskey Library. The bar, located within the opulent The Vagabond Club, is home to an extensive collection of whiskeys – some 1,000 different bottles sourced from around the globe. Everything, from the ultra-rare to the award-winning, can be found along the shelves of this sexy watering hole. 

SEX APPEAL Everything, from the ultra-rare to the award-winning, can be found along the shelves of this sexy watering hole. Designed by renowned French architect Jacques Garcia, the interior comes oozing with sophistication and old-world glamour. Red velvet banquettes and a stunning collection of art help add to the sexy allure. 

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