Employees Only Singapore
CHINATOWN, Singapore
Bar in Singapore, Singapore
Book with PearlThe Read
New York Craft, Singapore Conservation
Why go
Book Employees Only Singapore when the night needs a polished, group-friendly cocktail bar rather than a quiet specialist counter. Its awards history gives it credibility, but the practical value is social: it works better for four-plus people who want a recognizable Singapore bar anchor and are willing to plan ahead.
About Employees Only Singapore
Employees Only Singapore is a Singapore bar with a smart casual dress code and recognition from major bar lists. It was ranked #178 in Top 500 Bars Best Bars in 2025 and #41 in World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars in 2019.
Specific details such as menu format, booking difficulty, service style, pricing, hours, seating, the exact location within Singapore are not available.
Before you plan
Employees Only Singapore is a recognized bar with a smart casual dress code, so visitors should plan with that baseline in mind. Specific recommendations for groups, couples, or solo visits are not available.
If the visit matters, check current booking, timing, service details directly with the venue before making plans. Its awards indicate that it has appeared on notable bar rankings, but they do not reflect the current crowd, noise level, or reservation difficulty.
Where to place it in a Singapore bar crawl
Use Employees Only Singapore as one recognized Singapore bar to consider alongside other options in the city. For a broader Singapore scan, start with our full Singapore bars guide.
For returning visitors, it's better to compare the available details rather than rely on assumptions about format or atmosphere. Pair bar planning with our full Singapore restaurants guide and keep trip logistics simple through our full Singapore hotels guide.
If you are comparing other named Singapore bar options, consider Fura, LQV Singapore, Native, Stay Gold, or Stay Gold Flamingo.
Planning details
- Location
- 112 Amoy St, Singapore 069932
- Website
- employeesonlysg.com
- Phone
- +65 6221 7357
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Employees Only Singapore settles into the narrow, lantern-lit rhythm of Amoy Street, occupying a conservation shophouse that feels quietly historic. The interior is described as dim and deliberate, with warm pools of light that mark the threshold between street and bar. It follows a classic cocktail-bar template—technically focused drinks and a measured pace—that has translated from the New York original into a regional flagship with sustained recognition. The overall effect is an assured, nocturnal room where the environment signals an experienced crowd and a sober, warm elegance rather than flash or spectacle.
Best For
This is a bar built for after-dark evenings and late-night rituals. The program emphasizes cocktails and a tempo that builds toward the early hours, making it a natural choice for date nights and celebratory evenings when quality drinks and atmosphere matter. Its repeated presence on Asia’s 50 Best Bars list also positions it as a destination for visitors who prioritize craft and reputation. While not a place for daytime or casual drinking, it excels as a focused evening outing—the kind of spot you seek when you want a serious cocktail in a composed, nighttime setting.
Ordering Tips
Expect technically serious cocktails and bartenders who know their craft; the description stresses a cocktail-first identity rather than a broad food program. When you arrive, consider letting the staff guide you—this is a place that assumes patrons understand the format and are there for the drinks. The room’s pace climbs later in the night, so visit earlier if you prefer a quieter, more conversational experience, or later if you want the energy to build. Given the bar’s awards and reputation, be prepared to prioritize signature cocktails and bartender recommendations over experimental large-format offerings.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dimly lit with plush seating, skylight for early evenings, transitioning to a lively, stylish atmosphere with music that can be loud later.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Speakeasy
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Romantic Songs, Jazz Like
Signature Pours
- Drunken Dragon’s Milk
- EO Gimlet
- Provencal
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if you cannot get in
Try Native if the group wants a more Singapore-specific cocktail experience, especially for visitors who have already done the obvious city-center names. Try Stay Gold Flamingo if the priority is keeping the night relaxed and easier to coordinate for four or more people.
Bar context
How It Compares
Choose Employees Only Singapore over Fura if the group wants a more familiar cocktail-bar format and a safer consensus pick. Fura is the better call for drinkers who want the night to feel more current and concept-led; Employees Only is the easier sell when not everyone in the group follows Singapore's bar scene closely.
Native is the stronger cross-shop for visitors who care about local identity and a more Singapore-specific drinking experience. Employees Only Singapore is better for a larger social night where the room and name recognition matter as much as the drink list. For wine-leaning groups, LQV Singapore is the cleaner fit; do not force Employees Only if half the table would rather drink wine than cocktails.
If availability is the issue, check Stay Gold or Stay Gold Flamingo before giving up on the night. They make more sense for groups that want a looser mood and less pressure around securing a hard-to-get slot, while Employees Only Singapore is the pick when the bar itself is meant to be the main event.
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Compare Employees Only Singapore
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Employees Only Singapore | Singapore | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #322Top 500 Bars 2026 · #1782025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #892024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #382023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #302019 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #412018 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #232017 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #17 |
| Fura | Singapore | No published awards |
| LQV Singapore | Singapore | No published awards |
| Stay Gold | Singapore | No published awards |
| Native | Singapore | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Bars 51-100 · #80Top 500 Bars 2026 · #1032025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #452025 World's 50 Best Bars · #842024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #312024 World's 50 Best Bars · #672023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #422023 World's 50 Best Bars · #832021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #14 |
| Stay Gold Flamingo | Singapore | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #3422026 Asia's 50 Best Bars 51-100 · #97Top 500 Bars 2026 · #285Tatler Best Bars Asia-Pacific 20252024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #632023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #32 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Employees Only Singapore?
Reservation requirements are not available. Employees Only Singapore has earned Top 500 Bars Best Bars #178 (2025) and World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #41 (2019), so check directly with the venue before planning a visit.
What's the crowd like at Employees Only Singapore?
The current crowd and atmosphere are not available. Employees Only Singapore is in Singapore, has a smart casual dress code, has appeared on notable bar rankings.
What is Employees Only Singapore known for?
Employees Only Singapore is known for its recognition: Top 500 Bars Best Bars #178 in 2025 and World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #41 in 2019.
Where is Employees Only Singapore located?
Employees Only Singapore is located in Singapore.
