Best Wine Bars In Singapore

Published - 09 October 2019, Wednesday

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There’s a reason people use the saying ‘aging like a fine wine’. It’s no secret that wine oozes quality and class, and a good wine bar never goes out of style.

When it comes to finding out where to get a glass of good vino, we’ve compiled a list of a few of the best Wine Bars in Singapore!

 

13% Gastro Wine

13% Gastro Wine

13% Gastro Wine offers an extensive selection of wines from many regions around the world, and sharing portions of delectable modern European dishes. Wines are available by the glass, bottle or on a retail basis. The 13% Gastro Wine experience is personal and authentic, so customers can truly take pleasure in the journey of wine tasting without a high price tag and without pretention. Other locations include 123A Telok Ayer Street & 14 Aliwal Street

A. 117A Killiney Road 239554 P. +65 6694 4708

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Park90

Park 90

A wine lounge frequented by those who know their stuff, at Park90 you’ll find a host of old-world, and new-world wines, along with a variety of different wine-making styles. They also have a special membership programme where you can get access to Member’s-only wines that are difficult to procure in the market. But, have no fear, you don’t need to be a wine expert to visit; because Park90 is dedicated to ensuring everyone explores their passion for wine.

a. Regent Hotel, 1 Cuscaden Road, Level 1 249715 T. +65 9749 7049

 

 

Winestone

Winestone

A Modern European restaurant, bar, and wine store all rolled into one, Winestone calls the Novotel Singapore on Stevens home. On the menu is a wide variety of Italian options; vegetarians can opt for a ‘vegetarian alternative’ so diners can enjoy a veggie spin on their favorite dishes. The best part, the wines here won’t cost you an arm and a leg, wines here start at $6 for a glass or $28 for a bottle and wine sommeliers are on hand to help you pair your dining choices.

A. 30 Stevens Road, #01-09 257878 P. +65 6491 6100

 

FOC Pim Pam

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Step into a Spanish paradise at FOC Pim Pam. Created by Michelin-star Chef Nandu Jubany this wine and tapas bar has a relaxed entertaining vibe, and a vibrant wine culture. Sip on their wide selection of Sherry wines, and enjoy the live band while imbibing some decadent Spanish classics like paella, jamon, and more.

A. 442 Orchard Rd, #01-29, Singapore 238879  P. +65 6100 4242

 

La Terre

La Terre

Helmed by award-winning sommelier Daisuke Kawai, La Terre is a wine and whisky bar nestled a hop, skip, and a jump away from Merlion Park. On the menu is short selection of bites that have been chosen solely to complement the wine and whisky collection. With a focus on old-world wines, sip on bottles from France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and more.

A. 11 Upper Circular Road, #01-01 058409 P. +65 6532 1031

 

Wine RVLT

Wine RVLT

Founded by two legendary sommeliers, Alvin Gho and Ian Lim, Wine RVLT doesn’t quite have the conventional bottles you would expect to see at a wine bar. Instead, they serve up exactly what they like to drink, including grower Champagnes and an amphora-aged Zibbibo. On the food front, expect dishes created with sustainable produce that scream ‘lightness and freshness’.

A. 38 Carpenter St, Singapore 059917 T. +65 6909 5709

 

Gaston Burgundy

The quintessential French bistro located on Keong Saik Road, Gaston Burgundy pairs their delectable cuisine with glasses of quality vino. With a selection of 350 labels at their fingertips, this bisto has a extensive wine-by-the glass selection of up to fifteen wines which you can enjoy with their Burgundian dishes, such as Jambon Persillé, Truite a l’Aligoté, and Éclair au Cassis.

A. 25 Keong Saik Rd 089132 T. +65 6909 8120

 

Verre

Step into this refurbished heritage warehouse that houses over 750 wine labels. With a lovely al fresco area, as well as indoor seating, Verre has a wine bites section on the menu with dishes like Wagyu burgers, Kaarage, and Deep Fried Baby Squid which can be paired with wines suggested by the sommelier.

 

Ginett

Make a French connection in Singapore at Ginett. Located on the first floor of Hotel G Singapore, you may want to call ahead to reserve a table during peak hours as this venue is extremely popular. On the menu, their steaks have garnered rave reviews, while their wines by the glass won’t burn a hole in your pocket and start from $6 onward.

A. 200 Middle Road 188980 P. +65 6809 7989

 

The Wine & Gourmet Friends

TWGF

This fusion restaurant serves up a selection of Asian tapas along with a collection of over 350 types of wines sources from 20 different countries. Exceeding popular is their fusion Bak Kut Teh Risotto as well as the extremely reasonably priced house wines, starting at $6 a glass, served up at The Wine & Gourmet friends.

A.48 Bukit Pasoh Rd, Singapore 089859 T. +65 6224 1982

 

La Taperia

La Taperia

A part of Les Amis Group, expect a quality experience when dining at La Taperia. Get immersed in Spanish food and drink while at this eatery. Try their Prawn Paella, or Wagyu steak while sipping on something from their extensive wine list. Pro tip, order a bottle of wine for 25% off if you’re planning on having a few glasses.

A. 02-10/11, Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Rd 228208 T. +65 6737 8336

 

Praelum

This bistro is home to a walk-in wine cellar that holds 1,000 bottles of judiciously selected wines. Pair their French-inspired cuisine with wines that are sold by the glass using the Enomatic and Coravin wine preservation systems. Enjoy some amazing wines suggested by Gerald Lu, the sommelier at Praelum, while the quick bites keep your hunger at bay.

 

Le Bon Funk

Le Bon Funk

Enjoy some unconventional food while sipping on some natural wines at Le Bon Funk. Located on Club Street, you can’t go wrong ordering their Foie Gras Toast, or Beef Tongue Sammy. Touted as a friendly, bustling space, Le Bon Funk is the place to head to in Singapore if you’re a big fan of natural wines.

A. 29 Club St, Singapore 069414 P. +65 6224 1490

 

Wine Connection

Wine Connection

Image Credit : Beautiful view of vineyard in Rivesaltes, France.Wine Connection Facebook Page

Located at various locations Islandwide, (Restaurant Finder Here) - the Robertson Quay, Wine Connection Tapas Bar & Bistro is the perfect place to grab a quick bite to eat with a glass of vino. This legendary wine bar stocks over 4,000 bottles of wine from around the world which you can order by the glass or the bottle. The steak and ribs come highly recommended, and the servers are adept at suggesting a wine that pairs well.

A. 11 Unity Street, #01-06 237995 A. +65 6238 6878

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Denise McCann

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Great article.
Ginett is such a fantastic addition to the food and wine scene since it opened in 2017.
The fitout is warehouse chic (I don't even know if that's a term!!) I love their huge wall of glasses above the bar and their fun placemats with wine slogans (eg "They say I am like wine, I am getting better with age!").
The wines are sourced directly from France so great quality wines with even better price tags and the food is delicious.
And it is also open all day so if you looking for a glass of wine (and possibly the 1 meter board of cheese and cold cuts) between lunch and dinner then it's got your name all over it! I might even see you there!

Richard

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RATED 7.5 / 8
Fantastic article! Thanks for sharing all these Wine Bars. Just fantastic!

Christina

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RATED 7.5 / 8
Authentic Spanish cuisine in intimate & cozy surroundings is what you can expect during a visit to La Taperia.

Their extremely popular $30 Squid Ink Noodle Paella (prawns & crispy baby squid with aioli sauce) has its customers coming back again and again, but the $66 Paella de Bogavante (lobster, tomato and runner beans) is without a doubt their best dish.

Delicately flavoured and perfectly prepared, get ready to add a new favourite restaurant to your list – there’s no chance you can eat it just once.

The very best part is that La Taperia’s paellas are available in larger portions if you want to share. Add to that La Taperia’s affordable drinks and extensive Spanish wines list, and you’re set for an evening of spirited Spanish fun.

John Gordon

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RATED 7.5 / 8
What a great experience I had on thursday night when I visited the very comfortable and welcoming Gaston on Keong Saik Road. Geoffrey, the owner operator was a champion explaining the dishes as we tuck into delicious bistro style fare that you would expect being delivered direct to table from a kitchen smack in the middle of Burgundy - France.

The escargot garlic and butter parsley served as either a 6 or 12 piece (SG$15/28) was to die for. These gorgeous escargot had me in an instant, so delicious and tender unlike I have experienced before, accompanied with a selection of artisan breads and of course lashings of butter.... it is French Bistro cuisine after all.

The starter Croquettes need to have a mention here. 3 or 6 piece (SG$9/18) Cheese and shaved ham all rolled up in the generous ball and lightly fried - to perfection. I would go back just for the croquettes and a glass of burgundy pinot and sit at the bar for a chilled stop over when next I'm in this awesome neighborhood and attending a meeting or whatever....this is a destination experience.

And here is another attraction of Gaston. There are a number of different styles of communal eating within the bistro environment, and is also inviting if you are flying solo one lunchtime or evening.

There are about 6 bar stool table places, a few high tables towards the front of the restaurant that allow for a relaxed chat with friends over some freshly flow in Oysters and a glass or two of wine ( the wine selection here is extensive ).

The wine room located in the forward section of the Bistro as you enter the room - is a feature of the restaurants beautifully decorated environment. There is a long wooden communal table in a private nook for a party of up to 12 and then you have the typical square restaurant style white linen low rise tables that fill each evening as they are located towards the back of the restaurant allowing for the wondrous flavors wafting by as meals are delivered to guests.

My favorite two dishes - I must emphasis here - these are hearty meals, these are warming meals - that give you a sense of home. A sense of comfort.

Boeuf Bourguignon (SG$32) – recipe of Mdm Daurelle...Beef stew in a red wine sauce with mash potato.... This was just perfect.... Julia Child...eat your heart out...and the Poulet aux Ecrevisses flambées ($32) Flambé Crayfish, Marc and Chicken Fricassee with a Crayfish Broth. That was super to say the least.

Now we are talking excellent delivery, impeccable preparation and a taste sensation that leaves you wanting more...I noticed a good old reliable on the menu, although we did not order on this occasion. Le Boeuf, cuit au charbon – Charcoal grilled beef USDA Angus Rib eye 250gr (SG$40), Prime Rib Angus-Charolais 1.2kg (SG$150)...Served with Béarnaise, sides and mustard.

I want to go on a lot further about the experience we had at GASTON but I don't want to publish this post as a review. This is my honest comment - we had an exceptional experience and BEST of all..... we all loved the affordability of the experience. The desserts we ordered consisted of Flan Pâtissier ($12) Vanilla French Custard Pie and Vanilla Artisan Gelato and a naughty Éclair au cassis ($14) served with a Cassis Custard Cream and a dollop of Vanilla Artisan Gelato

The prices on the Menu at GASTON are realistic and they some of the best value for money prices in town for this level of service and delivery. Huge respect and a big congratulations to the team at GASTON..... we will be back really soon - and hopefully lots of expat choice readers will be excited enough to make a booking and experience this awesome slice of France in Singapore. Hats off to the entire team!

Matt

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RATED 7 / 8
Thank you to all the staff at the Robertson Quay Wine Connection for making our Wednesday night such a relaxed and enjoyable gathering! Even though the service is good, the food needs a bit of work, although don't go her just for the food, go for the affordable wine. Great venue with a good vibe of music and plenty of expats and locals, ( extensive wine selection) and very attentive and helpful staff. Both myself and my group of friends had a good evening! Wine Connection is a good old reliable for affordable drinking. Note: I like the way guests can select from $30, $40, $50 wine menu lists. This idea if grouping the wine by affordability and budget makes the whole process to negotiate easier when you are with a group.