The Store
Outram
Restaurant in Outram, Singapore
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Store is a practical Outram pick for drinks-led plans, especially if the night needs an easy Neil Road stop rather than a formal dinner. Go in the evening, keep the group small, treat it as a flexible bar option; for a clearer food-first booking, compare it with Guccio, Etna Restaurant, Born, or The 1950's Coffee.
About The Store
For a return visit in Outram, the decision is simple: treat The Store as a casual evening option. Its schedule runs from 4 PM to midnight Tuesday through Saturday, with closures on Monday and Sunday, so it fits plans that start later in the day rather than lunch or early-week outings.
A casual Outram stop with confirmed evening hours
The Store is in Outram, the dress code is casual, the venue opens from 4 PM to midnight Tuesday through Saturday. Cuisine, chef, menu format, price range, awards record, seat count are not listed.
For readers who have been once, the next move is not to over-plan it. Go when the group wants a casual Outram option during the evening window. If the night needs a more clearly defined restaurant comparison, consider Born or The 1950's Coffee.
Better for casual repeat visits than milestone dining
The lack of cuisine, chef, price range, seat count, awards details matters. It does not make the venue a poor choice, but it changes the use case. For a birthday, client dinner, or meal where the table needs a clear culinary reason to gather, compare The Store with options such as Born, The 1950's Coffee, Restaurant Born, Side Door, or RPM by Dbespoke before committing.
The practical play: choose the confirmed evening window and avoid assuming a full dinner format, specific dishes, a beverage program, or a particular seating setup. Larger groups should have a backup because no seat count is listed. For broader planning around the area, compare options in the Outram restaurants guide.
Reservations: not listed. Timing: 4 PM to 12 AM, Tuesday to Saturday; closed Monday and Sunday. Dress: casual. Budget: no price range listed. Location: Outram. Nearby planning: use current venue details before building a meal around any specific format or menu.
Planning details
- Location
- 11 Neil Rd, Singapore 088809
- Website
- thestoresg.com
- Phone
- +6587311883
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Store sits on Neil Road in Outram's conservation belt, anchored in a row of preserved shophouse terraces and shaded five-foot ways. Its presence reads as part heritage hawker precinct and part neighbourhood restaurant: the building fabric, proportions and scale give it a classic, understated character rather than a flashier, trend-driven identity. Regulars return for the calm, familiar surroundings and the steady, traditional approach to Chinese comfort cooking, so the room feels close-knit and unpretentious. The overall impression is historic and classic, with a relaxed, casual warmth that rewards repeat visits rather than first-time spectacle.
Best For
The Store is best for neighbourhood diners who prize consistency and straightforward Chinese cooking. It caters to regulars who walk from nearby conservation streets and to anyone seeking an unpretentious meal that slips comfortably into an evening out on Neil Road. This is a casual-hangout format rather than a formal dining destination, so it works well for after-work dinners, relaxed weekend meals and informal meet-ups. Parties seeking an authentic local rhythm — steady service, familiar plates and modest expectations — will find it especially fitting.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signature and the classics: the menu highlights Char Kway Teow Mee and the kitchen leans into established Chinese comfort dishes rather than experimental tasting formats. Given the venue’s loyal local following and steady format, order the familiar plates that have earned repeat business; they represent the kitchen’s strengths. If you prefer a quieter experience, aim for weekday evenings outside peak neighbourhood dining hours. The description doesn’t mention reservations, so arrive early for busy slots or expect a short wait when regulars are dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual hawker centre atmosphere with lively market energy.
Tags
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
Char Kway Teow Mee
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Side Door, Notable alternative
- RPM by Dbespoke, Notable alternative
- Born, Creative Cuisine, Innovative, $$$$
- Restaurant Born, Notable alternative
- The 1950's Coffee, Street Food, $
Restaurant context
How The Store compares in Outram
Choose The Store when the plan is drinks-first and flexible. Against Side Door and RPM by Dbespoke, the better call comes down to the room and bar style you want; The Store has the clearest evening-only rhythm, while the others are worth checking when the group wants a more defined cocktail-bar choice.
For a serious food occasion, Born is the stronger splurge comparison because its creative cuisine and $$$$ tier set clearer expectations. Restaurant Born also belongs in the cross-shop set if the night needs a restaurant anchor rather than a casual bar stop.
If value is the priority, The 1950's Coffee is the sharper low-cost alternative with a $ street-food profile. The Store is easier to justify when ambiance and drinks matter more than a defined cuisine or low spend.
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Compare The Store
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Store | Outram | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Side Door | Outram | ; | ; | No published awards |
| RPM by Dbespoke | Outram | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Born | Singapore | Creative Cuisine, Innovative | $$$$ | 2026 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #232026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #58Michelin 1 Star 2026Star Wine Lists 20262026 Black Pearl 1 Diamond2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants · #542025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #62World's Best Wine Lists 2025 |
| Restaurant Born | Singapore | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The 1950's Coffee | Singapore | Street Food | $ | No published awards |
How The Store Outram compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Store good for a special occasion?
Only if the plan is low-key and flexible. The Store is open Tue-Sat from 4 PM to 12 AM, so it fits casual evening plans better than a tightly planned celebration built around cuisine, chef, menu, or awards details.
Is The Store good for solo dining?
It can work for a solo stop in Outram if the hours suit your plans. The venue is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM and has a casual dress code.
Can I eat at the bar at The Store?
That setup may not suit every visit. If a specific seat type matters, check with the venue before going and plan around the confirmed Tue-Sat 4 PM to 12 AM schedule.
What should I order at The Store?
Is lunch or dinner better at The Store?
The evening window is the confirmed option, since The Store opens at 4 PM and closes at 12 AM Tue-Sat. Lunch service is not listed.
What are alternatives to The Store?
For comparison, consider options such as Born, Restaurant Born, Side Door, RPM by Dbespoke, The 1950's Coffee, then confirm current details directly before choosing.
