Manhattan
TANGLIN, Singapore
Bar in Singapore, Singapore
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Why go
A serious Singapore cocktail booking for guests who want a polished, award-recognised hotel-bar experience rather than a casual drink. Go for the cocktails and service, not as a substitute for a full restaurant dinner; smaller parties and planned nights are the better fit.
About Manhattan
Manhattan is a Singapore bar with a verified smart-casual dress code and a confirmed record of bar recognition. Its clearest public strengths are those documented accolades: World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #1 in 2018, World's 50 Best Bars #3 in 2018, Top 500 Bars Best Bars #131 in 2025, Tatler 2025 recognition including Best Bars Asia-Pacific listing and Best Service honors.
Because the verified information is limited, the safest way to assess Manhattan is through those confirmed facts rather than assumptions about menu format, seating, pricing, or service details. Treat it as an award-recognised Singapore bar where the dress expectation is smart casual, confirm any operational details directly before making plans.
Plan it as a bar visit, not a full dinner plan
Manhattan is best framed as a bar choice rather than a verified full-dinner recommendation. The available facts support its standing as a recognised bar in Singapore, but they do not establish a specific food program, lunch service, menu structure, or price point. If dinner is the main priority, build that part of the evening separately using Our full Singapore restaurants guide.
That distinction keeps the decision honest: choose Manhattan for a smart-casual, award-recognised bar visit, not because unverified dining details have been assumed. If the evening is part of a wider Singapore plan, you can also use Our full Singapore hotels guide and Our full Singapore bars guide to compare other options.
For first-timers, the value is in the certainty
The strongest confirmed reasons to consider Manhattan are its awards history and service recognition. Its 2018 World's 50 Best results and Tatler 2025 Best Service recognition give the venue a clearer credential base than many bars where the public claims are harder to verify.
What is not verified should not be treated as fact. The available data does not confirm exact seating, outdoor space, a particular booking policy, happy hour deals, allergy handling, take-out, delivery, or a specific food format. If those details matter, check with the venue before committing.
Bottom line: consider Manhattan when you want a smart-casual Singapore bar with confirmed awards and service recognition. For comparison, you may also look at East 47, Park 90, The ROOF, The Roof Garden, or The St. Regis Bar, depending on the kind of bar evening you are planning.
Located inside
HotelConrad Singapore OrchardFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- 1 Cuscaden Rd, Level 2, Singapore 249715
- Website
- conradsingaporeorchard.com/manhattan
- Phone
- +65 6725 3377
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Manhattan reads classic New York saloon culture through a distinctly Singaporean lens, and that framing governs everything from its drinks to its service. Housed on Level 2 of Conrad Singapore Orchard, the bar sits at the serious end of the cocktail spectrum: technically rigorous, disciplined and built for an international guest list. Its consistent placement on global rankings since 2015 and multiple regional top spots give the room an unmistakable gravitas. The space favors focused conversation and attentive, award-winning service, delivering a timeless, historically minded cocktail experience refined for modern city audiences.
Best For
This is a destination for evening drinking—business travelers, hotel guests and locals who seek a polished, technically driven cocktail experience. Its pedigree on the World's 50 Best Bars list and recognition for service make it well suited to business trips, after-work drinks and special celebrations where expertise and consistency matter. The hotel setting and international footfall mean it accommodates visitors as much as regulars, offering a reliably elevated bar program in the heart of the city rather than a casual neighborhood hangout.
Ordering Tips
Order with an expectation of classic technique and careful framing: the program explicitly references the Golden Age of American cocktails and New York saloon culture interpreted through a Singaporean context. Trust the staff—service is a stated strength—so ask for recommendations or a run-through of their house takes on vintage formats. Prioritize cocktails that emphasize balance and craftsmanship; the bar’s long record on global rankings signals a menu grounded in disciplined technique rather than trend-led novelty.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet elegant atmosphere with comfortable lounge seating, low lighting, cosy and warm vibes reminiscent of a grand hotel bar.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- Manhattan
- Negroni
- Hamilton
- Final Lap
- Vega Alta
Planning details
Location
1 Cuscaden Rd, Level 2, Singapore 249715 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Park 90, Notable alternative
- East 47, Notable alternative
- The St. Regis Bar, Notable alternative
- The Roof Garden, Notable alternative
- The ROOF, Notable alternative
Bar context
Among the listed Singapore peers, Manhattan is the strongest choice when the night needs a formal cocktail-bar anchor with serious recognition behind it. Park 90 is the more logical cross-shop if wine is the priority, while East 47 is the better fallback for readers who want another city bar option without making the evening revolve around this room.
For hotel-bar polish, compare it directly with The St. Regis Bar. Choose Manhattan when cocktail credibility is the deciding factor; choose The St. Regis Bar when the address and classic hotel-lounge feel matter more than chasing the harder booking.
If ambiance means open-air or view-led drinking, The Roof Garden and The ROOF are the practical alternatives. They make more sense for a breezier group drink; Manhattan is the pick when the experience should feel more controlled, service-led, cocktail-focused.
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Compare Manhattan
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan | Singapore | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #1312026 Pinnacle GuideTatler Best Bars Asia-Pacific 20252024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #692023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #212023 World's 50 Best Bars · #632022 Asia's Best Bars · #92021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #62021 World's 50 Best Bars · #15 |
| Park 90 | Singapore | No published awards |
| East 47 | Singapore | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #358 |
| The St. Regis Bar | Singapore | No published awards |
| The Roof Garden | Singapore | No published awards |
| The ROOF | Singapore | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Manhattan?
The verified facts do not define the crowd. What is confirmed is that Manhattan is a smart-casual Singapore bar with major bar recognition, including World's 50 Best Asia's Best Bars #1 in 2018, World's 50 Best Bars #3 in 2018, Tatler 2025 service recognition.
Is the food good at Manhattan?
The verified information does not establish a specific food program or dining format. Treat Manhattan primarily as a recognised bar, confirm current food availability directly if that matters to your visit.
Is Manhattan good for a date?
It can be a strong candidate if you want a smart-casual, award-recognised bar in Singapore. Tatler 2025 Best Service recognition is a confirmed point in its favour, but specific atmosphere and seating details should be checked directly.
