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We all love different parts of Singapore for different reasons, and we have our own ideas on which neighborhoods are the coolest, but an international survey has decided that Bugis is now the coolest neighborhood in Singapore.
According to the annual Time Out Index survey for 2020, Bugis in Singapore was nominated as the 29th coolest neighborhood in the world. More than 38,000 participated and ranked various neighborhoods around the world on a top 40 list, with Barcelona’s Esquerra de l’Eixample at number one.
So what makes Bugis the coolest neighborhood on our island? The Time Out team listed places like Good Luck Beer House, Gelam Gallery and Atlas, while praising the district’s “kampung spirit”. As for some of the coolest people in Singapore, they agree that Bugis has a lot to love, and they even agree that Atlas is one of the top spots.
Read on to find out why Bugis is Singapore’s coolest neighborhood
The area around Bugis Street has always been on the more daring side of life; Before World War II, it was the place for the exotic ‘ladies of the night’, and the first home of Singapore’s vibrant trans community; Watch the iconic Bugis Street (1995) movie.
Here’s a list of some of the best places to eat and drink in Bugis.
25 degree hamburger
200 Middle Road, Hotel G
A burger, wine and liquor bar based on its Los Angeles creator inside the hipster Hotel G.
Albert Center Market & Food Center
Queen Street # 01-81
Home to fabulous mobile food, plus dry goods wholesale and grocery stores upstairs.
Ah Sam cold drinks stand
12 Haji Lane
Trendy mix of fresh Asian-flavored cocktails and classic street vendor-style fare.
Arabica
56 Arab Street
While there are a few outlets in Singapore, the coffee shop on Arab Street is probably a favorite with its modern location.
Artichoke
161 Middle Way
A perennial favorite for genuine Middle Eastern food and atmosphere in a retro-modern interior.
Asanoya Bakery
15 Queen Street, # 01-03
A Japanese brand, this cafe was founded in 1933 in Tokyo and continues its reign in the world of classic and traditional breads, cakes and more.
Atlas Bar
600 North Bridge Road, Parkview Square
Glamorous and golden, Atlas Bar is best known for its impressive Art Deco interior, so it’s worth a visit just for the looks of it, but the afternoon tea and cocktails make it worth a stay.
Beast Bourbon Bar
17 Klapa Street
Comfort food from the American South like cornbread and pepper cheese in a modern interior.
White Cut Prawn Noodles
243 Beach Road
Considered one of the best places to enjoy prawn noodles in Singapore.
Cicheti
52 Kandahar Street
Unique small plates of Italian delicacies based on traditional Venetian bàcaris with a rustic-chic atmosphere.
Miss Two Bread
359 Beach Road
Considered one of the most authentic Vietnamese foods available in Singapore.
Ginette
200 Middle Road, inside Hotel G
Another perennial favorite for its excellent French food and casual bistro atmosphere.
Hjh Maimunah Restaurant
11 Banana Trail
Loved for the delicious and authentic nasi padang dishes.
Kampong Glam Cafe
17 Bussorah Street
An established venue for classic Singaporean and Malaysian dishes in a comfortable and informal space.
Maison Ikkoku
20 Kandahar Street
This award-winning bespoke cocktail bar continues to be a firm favorite for drinks and modern Japanese cuisine.
Just ice cream
91 Bencoolen Street # 01-13 Sunshine Plaza, Across from the NAFA campus
Home to delicious small batch ice cream that is made every day.
Sourdough bakery
749 North Bridge Road
Super popular, this artisan bakery semen gallery was recommended by so many people, it has to be on the list.
Mr. stork in Andaz
5 Fraser Street, Level 39, Andaz Hotel
Probably most popular for its trendy rooftop location and ‘private’ cabanas, as it is for its food and drink. Reservations are needed in advance.
Prince coffee house
249 Beach Rd, # 01-249, 4 min walk from Masjid Sultan
This is a traditional old school Hainanese cafe and another timeless favorite spot for your retro Chinese western food.
Then france
7 Fraser Street Duo Gallery # 01-51 / 56
Fabulous French food in a typical French brasserie interior, plus many lovely French provisions.
Symmetry
9 Jalan Kubor, # 01-01
Popular for French-style sharing dishes and weekend brunch.
The masses
85 Beach Road
Popular for its mix of French and Asian cuisines, as well as its mission to make ‘happy people’.
Tom Palette
51 middle way
Artisan ice creams and ice creams with unique and traditional flavors, you can also take an ice cream making class.
Wildfire Chicken and Burgers
80 Bencoolen Street, # 01-15, located at NAFA
Multiply the award-winning burgers, including the winner of the Best Burger in Asia, in a fun environment.
Yat ka yan
190 Middle Road, # 02-08 Fortune Center
A classic place for traditional Cantonese homemade desserts and sandwiches.
It may seem like there’s only food and drink in the Bugis neighborhood, but there are also plenty of great shopping spots, as well as places to get your cultural fix.
Basheer Graphic Books
231 Bain Street
A cult specialty bookstore of design books and magazines related to architecture, interior design, art, graphic art and more.
Coda culture
76-74 Aliwal Street
Home to all kinds of feather, glitter, mirror and stone ornaments you could wish for.
Good luck bunch
26 Bali Lane, 2 min walk from Masjid Sultan
It offers a wide range of streetwear brands from Asia and the world.
Grammah
66 Haji Lane
Cute and cozy vintage fashion store with a wide range of fashion pieces.
Hajjah Fatimah Mosque
4001 Beach Road
Established in 1846, this mosque is a unique architectural mix of Islamic and European styles.
Kuan Yin Thong Hood Cho Temple
178 Waterloo Street
An important temple to Kuan Yin, everything you wish for within the temple walls is believed to come true.
Church of Our Lady of Lourdes
50 Ophir Road
A fabulous old building, there is a lovely place to relax by the canal where you can even see underwater wildlife when the water is clear.
Retro door
5001 Beach Road, # 04-16 Golden Mile Complex
A huge, modern space for some of the best urban and vintage clothing options in Singapore.
Shang scene
263 Beach Road
Trendy place for furniture, home goods and fashion with a chic Asian flair.
Super mom
265 Beach Road
One of the coolest retro shops in Singapore stocking a wide range of locally made home goods and souvenirs.
The good oldie times
CSL / D4, Bugis Village Level 2
Not to be confused with a café of the same name, this vintage fashion store houses an eclectic mix of retro and traditional clothing and accessories.
The proyector
6001 Beach Rd, # 05-00 Golden Mile Tower
A super modern retro cinema that features independent and foreign films, live music on weekends, craft beer, and snacks.
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