28 HongKong Street

This is a cool cocktail bar that is only labeled by the number 28 sign outside so it's a little hidden behind blacked out windows and doors. When you enter the bar they have the front covered by black curtains like entering a nightclub. It was bumping 90s-2000s and latin hip-hop but I couldn't hear my wife talking (Saturday night vibes so understandable). I enjoyed all the drinks and bartenders were very helpful, but I would come here on a weekday to get a more relaxed vibe. Here is our review of the drinks we ordered: Planter's Punch: 4/5 -Fruity and refreshing -Citrusy -Perfect for a hot day outside Island Samurai: 4.5/5 -Sweetness from Shochu, apricot, peach and honey -Lightly spirited taste -Slight Citrus flavor to balance the sweetness Whisky Sour: 4.7/5 -Classic taste using angostura bitters/ makers mark -Egg white foam for frothy head on cocktail -No complaints what I look for in a go-to whisky sour Corpse Reviver: 5/5 - Gin based classic with citrus floral taste - Less sweet compared to most drink selections with absinthe Saint & Sinner: 5/5 - Spirt forward drink with strawberry flavor and floral scent - Citrusy and paired well with the strawberry coulis biscotti

If we were not recommended by a local friend, we would never find this small cozy bar on our own. First time at a bar that doesn't even have its name on the door :) we barely found the door to enter this cool bar :) I had one of the best cocktails ever: The Island Samurai which was a fantastic combination of Rum and Japanese wine with a touch of peach and apricot juice, highly recommended.

28 hk street is a decent - i come here every now and then. got the truffle fries and the coco naughty cocktail which i really enjoyed! if u like creamy and sweet cocktail or something similar to a white russian i highly recommend u try that. note: they are also able to do a white russian off the menu. but the coco naughty is more delicious, so stick to that.

At 28 Hong Kong Street, look for the lone old-school lamp hanging from the ceiling along the street and you'll find a small door, open it and enter a world of cocktails and mood that will melt your stress and worries away. The drinks are on point, with a generous pours of the spirits as well. Bartenders are all on point and award winning with their vast knowledge of various cocktails which you can just order off the top of your head; no wonder its one of the Top Bars. Do make reservations as the place is small and popular. If its a party of two, I'll recommend the bar counter for sure to admire both the handiwork of the bartenders and the beautiful shelf of soul-healing spirits. Cheers!

Such an exciting find!! Truly could barely find the door - making the experience fun and unique from the very start. Cocktails are 10/10 and the food was beyond incredible. Ask your server for the link to their Spotify playlist because it is legit such a vibe!!

Here for the burger and it’s still as good as last time. Yumms. Worth the trip down

Pretty cool hidden bar. Love the creative cocktails and the vibe. The menu was a fun read. Will come back and try other drinks next time :)

Loved this popular speakeasy. We got seats at the bar and I liked interacting with the bartenders. We ordered the pork and fries for sharing and both were good. I got a customized drink from the bartender which was spot on to what I wanted. Music on the Friday night I visited was also a whole vibe of older hiphop and r&b. I will definitely be back!

This is a favorite speakeasy of my husband's when he's traveling for business, so we were sure to make it part of our trip. The fun obscure entrance really added to the vibe. The place is small, but cozy with wonderful intimate lighting, delicious cocktails, and good music. They have both craft cocktails and snacks making this place an ideal hangout spot. We didn't sample the food this time as we had dinner reservations later, but I was honestly very tempted by the brussels with bacon and truffle fries I saw brought to nearby tables. The cocktails were beautiful and tasty. Service was a bit slow and tedious but it was a very busy night in the days leading up to NYE. Overall it's a great spot and would definitely visit again.

Cute speakeasy. You don't want to miss the door with the small light fixture. For being the oldest speakeasy in Singapore, the drink selection is not that innovative and great. I decided just to have an old fashioned because the menu was small and it was not that special either. I usually would not mind spending $$$ for good cocktails though so kind of disappointing.

Food: We got the poke and it was pretty lack luster. Wouldn't order it again. Service: Pretty good. They mostly left us alone. Ambience: Cute speak easy. Super dark in there. Drinks: Yummy but definitely expensive

The entrance is not obvious which makes it a cute little speakeasy but it's also not hard to find. Was delighted once we stepped inside as the atmosphere was so nice. Cocktails here were amazing & the bar tender was very friendly. We had a good time here!

I wanted to go with 4 stars but being puked on deserves at minimum a 1 star deduction. I made reservations to visit 28 Hong Kong on Halloween and was pretty excited based on other reviews. As everyone has stated from the exterior you wouldn't expect much but inside is a different story. Super cute and swanky interior with a pretty descent liquor selection. When we were initially seated I wasn't sure what I wanted to drink and the waiter gave the impression that my only options were the specialty drinks or beer. I really didn't want either but went with one of the mixed drinks under pressure and my spouse the $25 beer ‍ after finally gathering my bearings I realized I could order off menu and went that route afterwards. We shared a burger, which was OK but too rare but most seem to come for the drinks and atmosphere. We chatted, people watched, bopped to the music and met a few locals one even got me the interesting looking birthday dessert definitely tastes better than it looks. All was well until a group came and occupied the table next to us and I whisper to my spouse that one of the group members looked as if he was drunk and could potentially puke. Whelp mid conversation and not paying attention, it happened - he exorcist puked and it got all over me and in my drink DEAR GOD WHYYYY. A normal human would apologize and clean up their puke or at least have apologetic and helpful friends, NOPE not this group. They got up, cleaned him off and went back to sit down. I was so appalled and grossed out so we paid our tab and left as did several others. The waitress did comp my last drink but that should've been a given in my head. I won't say not to visit as it's super cute and the vibe was there BUT BEWARE, puke is a possibility

recently when i was still in hk, my texas mates were partying hard in sg and obviously soused when they finally hit yet another bar, which they described as bespoke and somewhere along hong kong street. the next thing they knew was me back in sg and us filled with seafood goodness from jb ah meng and sipping whisky at the single cask. one of them lost his wallet the night before and was obviously pretty depressed as all his usd and cards were in there. so we tried to rewind his memory to narrow down where he could have misplaced it. after much detective work, we decided that it could have been that very bespoke bar along hong kong street which they thought was number 29. i immediately corrected them and told them the bar they were at, that fateful night before, has to be none other than 28 hong kong street! a hail mary phone call was made by him to 28 hong kong street and lo and behold! they have his wallet!!! we quickly bottoms up our whisky and rushed over. when we got here, they were all ready to return his wallet much to the elation of my buddy and he quickly gave them a big tip! we then proceeded to grab more whisky at the bar before settling down when seats became available. the nikka never tasted so good to my friend and he obviously got the tab for it, thank you!:) all his money and cards were intact and he just could not believe it! only in sg, he proclaimed!! the staff here also proceeded to serve us a free round of shots!!! how awesome is that?!! only in 28 hong kong street, we proclaimed!!! so if you ever feel like losing your wallet....................

Was desperately looking for signs of life around town during Chinese New Year. So glad this place was open and was able to spend a nice relaxing evening here going through 9 rounds of joy. Lucas was a solid performer the whole night out. The favorite of the night was definitely the Green Park, coming from the American Bar in London. I honestly could actually just drink that one thing all night next time. The hint of basil and celery made the the drink so refreshing and light. Also got some truffle Mac croquettes to munch on that were pretty good. Ambiance at this place was pretty good. Nothing too loud or rowdy. Was able to have a nice conversation with some of the other people I met there. Special shout out to fellow Yelper Joelle for putting up with me most of the night and for the tips on some of the other bars in the area!

Great place to go w/ a date or group of friends. It feels like a well kept secret, yet 28 HK St is on the top 50 list of bars in Asia. There is no signage in front, but walk into a cozy speakeasy. You can either sit in a cozy low booth, at the bar, or there is a room in the back with a table for a small party. The music sets a nice vibe, played at the perfect volume so that you can still carry a quiet conversation. There are plenty of interesting drinks to choose from.

Oaxaca Old Fashioned: 5 stars Smoky but so so smooth. I'm not a whiskey person but I could've finished this drink. Pancito Rum Punch: 5 stars Pandan, cream, Aperol, egg white 93 Til Infinity: 5 stars Pisco, pineapple, lime juice. Tastes like mangosteen Pandan churros: 4 stars

Unexpected visit to this place as it wasn't on my agenda, nor radar. I wanted to visit other bars that have emerged since I last visited Singapore. I made an impromptu stop and ended up staying here for a few hours. I even ended up running into a bartender from my absolute favorite bar here in Singapore at this place. Drinks remained pretty amazing, bartenders extremely accommodating. All I can say is 'oh, what a night...'

We just had a couple of drinks and they were fantastic! Great vibe! Friendly and personable staff!

Chanced by this place after dinner at Clarke Quay. We were there fairly early (about 2000H) and it was already quite crowded! Drinks were good and tasty, but the thing I loved most was that they were willing to customize drinks based on what we liked (my husband wanted an umami drink, and they delivered!). Service staff were nice and attentive. Cool place to unwind after a long day at work. Will definitely be back for their Mac and cheese balls!

How do you get the kids to eat brussel sprouts? Just add bacon! This is one of HK 28's tasty morsels, and along with the mac 'n' cheese balls which are a superb twist on an arancini ball, they've got some of the best bar snacks going! HK 28 is the quintessential hidden bar - unassuming doorway in the middle of unassuming street - and like many cocktail bars from the street's namesake city, there are heavy Japanese influences in the meticulous mixing, attention-to-detail staff, and delicious drinks. There is a huge number of spirits on display, and the staff are energetic and ready to deliver an experience that you'll remember no matter how many drinks you have. Beware - they make them boozy here, so if you are a lightweight you could be stumbling after 2-3 drinks. Prices are also at the high end, however, you are in one of the top 50 bars in Asia so that's understandable. If you're a seasoned campaigner then I recommend going off menu, as where HK28 really shines is when you challenge the staff to create something new.

One of the top 50 bars of the world and I am proud it is in Singapore. Great service and now you can even make your reservation using iMessage/text. It is closer to a traditional NYC cocktail bars than the many fancier bars that has sprung up. Love how it brought many traditional classic cocktails back to life with a new twist. Plus, they do most of their experiments in their lab behind, so it is unlikely that you can find a replica elsewhere even for the same cocktails. Last thing to note: they have great bar bites. Not just your usual peanuts or popcorn. Just remember to order the truffle Mac-n-cheese balls. Delish!

#1 for ASIA's 50 BEST BARS 2016 for a reason Service was unreal!! Had such a great time!! I will be back!!

Nothing adds more allure to a place than making it exclusive. Like most speakeasies, this bar is discrete and only has a small plaque by the door for identification. Want in on a weekend? You best have a reservation. Luckily, we did. We enjoyed a few creatively named cocktails and some appetizers while taking in the atmosphere of a 1920s bar, including a few bartenders dressed according to the time period. The Crimson and Clover gin cocktail was excellent and the others ordered looked great as well. Nothing makes a girl living the Paleo lifestyle happier than veggie chips and Brussels sprouts with bacon, accompanied by good conversation. I could have spent hours here. Heads up on the bathroom sinks. They are run by pedals on the floor. I looked like a fool waving my hands around under two different faucets before having an employee giggle at me and advise. Definitely worth the visit.

Craft cocktails done well with local flair Highlights - Big cocktail menu - Local julep: with some tropical flavors - Long bar and tables along the side - Classy dark atmosphere Lowlights - Close kitchen early: no late night snacks and eats - Unmarked door so have to know where you're going Cool spot that was a bit SF but a nice break from the touristy rowdy Circle Quay.

I love HK28S for a lot of reasons and have little to add that hasn't been covered in the other reviews. This place is no longer a secret. You just tell the taxi driver "Hong Kong Street" and he already knows exactly where to stop. They have recently remodeled the interior: cozier curved banquet seats in place of the long straight one, more communal round tables in place of the rectangular ones, and upholstered poofs in place of the chairs. The lighting is now even more dim. Each of the round tables has a downlight that lights just the table. The bar and bar back with an impressive display of spirits is now larger. A big thumbs up for all of these very thoughtful and effective improvements. The signature drinks are each very delicious in their own distinct and unique way. Even with the help of the staff, sometimes it's a bit of trial and error finding the perfect one that suits your taste. Part of the fun is sampling these thoughtfully crafted drinks, but don't hesitate to toss the menu aside and order your favorite classic cocktail. Half way through the evening, I switched from drinking the Hulk Smash (a refreshing sweet lemony gin concoction served with an EXCESSIVE amount of ice) to a simple well prepared Gin & Tonic served in a tall glass with cucumber. I could not have been happier with it. The gourmet bar/comfort food is good. There are many delicious offerings besides the Truffle Mac & Cheese Balls. But honestly, if you don't order those, you should just stay at home. The Good: What's not to love? Maybe the bill at the end is a bit of a downer (the food and drinks aren't cheap), but chances are you'll be too happy to care. The Bad: All of the thoughtful improvements have really enhanced the overall guest experience. It's a more intimate and communal evening gathered around the small round tables. Chances are you won't take much notice of anyone outside of those gathered at your table. Unfortunately, last night we sat in the front corner table, and all agreed that the music blaring from the overhead speaker above us made it difficult to hear each other. We were having to shout a little. They should consider either lowering the volume or repositioning the speakers to eliminate this problem. The Verdict: 28 Hong Kong Street is a great place to meet friends for drinks. Make reservations in advance to get a good table. Arrive hungry and thirsty. Both the food and drinks are addictive. 4.5 Stars

Fabulous cocktails, almost speak easy like. Gets packed real quick and limited seating. More on the dark and intimate side.

28 Hong Kong Street was awesome, there is a cool hidden entry so you just need to know where it is since it looks like nothing is really there. When we got there is was standing room only, since we were only staying for a drink we didn't mind and we got lucky right after we order our drinks a few seat at the bar opened up. It's very small and dark inside but loved the décor. The bartenders were awesome we chatted with Yoma for a little and he did a great job on our drinks. Drinks in Singapore are defiantly pricey but at least here at 28 Hong Kong Street you are getting a good drink and not something overpriced and watery. If you're looking for a good cocktail this is the place to hit up.

After witnessing some of the craziness of Clarke Quay the night before, my friend decided to take me here as a change of scenery and also so I could experience a place that was awarded The Best Bar in Asia. I'm glad she did because I love speakeasy's and I also appreciate well made cocktails. The entrance to the bar was both kind of cool and a bit obvious that it was a speakeasy. Luckily the day we went it wasn't too full, so we could actually talk to each other as well as chat up the interesting bartenders here. Seriously, the man making my drinks dropped some life knowledge on me that night. Most importantly, the cocktails are extremely well made and also quite creative. I ordered some type of play on an Old Fashioned and it was probably one of the best I've ever had in my life. I'm not the biggest fan of French 75's, but I nearly drank all of my friend's because it was that good too. We also had their version of a Manhattan and some gin + berry drink, but those drinks could not compare to our first two. Everything was going great until the bar started to turn up the music way too loud. I'm fine with creating a fun atmosphere with music, but this was pretty excessive. We were going to order one more round of drinks but decided to head somewhere else because we couldn't hear anything other than the music. 28HKS, you were so close to perfection!

I'm not huge into writing reviews in general, but I had to say something about 28HKS. I came with my girlfriend and some of her friends here one night. We were excited to check out all the hype over 28 Hong Kong St, seeing that it is #1 for Asia's 50 Best Bars for 2016. We come from NYC and are pretty use to checking out speakeasies. We came away from this one disappointed. It is highly overrated. They need to approach more seriously their service quality control. Service here is lackluster. We came in around 8 pm on a weekday, expecting it to be likely popping eventually but in a speakeasy sense. It started off alright. The vibe in here was what exactly we were looking for, cool interior, understated entrance, etc., but soon during our visit servers became inattentive and kept forgetting simple requests from us like providing cutlery for the food we had ordered or refilling our water. At several points, we wanted to order and try out some more drinks. We eventually gave up. It took way too long to get a server's attention and then wait on the drinks/food to be served. It seemed as if half the time they almost were avoiding our attempts to get their attention. Drinks were creatively named and were interesting concoctions, but it would've been nice if the servers were helpful in recommending/suggesting instead of straight up impatiently waiting on us to choose and order our drinks. An hour or so in during our visit, they also upped the music volume and turned up the bass. I'm not a stickler for music volume. I'm a fan of lounge music, but the bass was uncomfortably strong for a speakeasy. There were also large standing crowds around the bar. It got clubby, in this so called "speakeasy" bar. It devalued the whole experience. The music and bass/standing people situation made it difficult to enjoy the drinks we ordered and speak among ourselves. Had a below average experience. I don't mind spending more on good service, atmosphere, and drinks, but 28 Hong Kong Street did not deliver great service or the appropriate atmosphere and because of this, this made the drinks we had taste below average for the price we paid and given 28 HKS' reputation.

Thankfully I had done enough research to know how to find this place, because there are no windows and no signage aside from the "28" outside. As you walk in, you enter a curtained off area with a hostess at the end. She then leads you through the curtain into the beautiful bar that is 28 Hong Kong Street. A wonderfully dark lit, speakeasy type bar, where the music is at a perfect level and the staff is happy to greet you. I went by myself on a Monday night and it wasn't too busy, so I was able to sit at the bar and chat with the bartender. The ambience is fantastic and the drinks were fantastic. The only reason for not giving it 5 stars was that I didn't try the food, but rest assured I will be back. Oh yes, I will certainly be back. Edit: went back and had the burger. Absolutely fantastic. Best burger I've had in Singapore. I also tried the Jimi and Joni cocktail. If you like no nonsense, strong yet easy to drink cocktails, I highly recommend the J&J, it was perfect. Now I feel comfortable giving a solid 5 stars.

Excellent "speakeasy" bar (it's really not that hard to find). The place gets pretty packed on the weekend but it's worth checking out. The drinks are New York City priced but they are pretty great. The bartenders are friendly, and it's worth sitting at the counter just to chat them up. The food is nothing to write home about.

Lovely speakeasy to sneak into and unwind after a long day at the office. My husband took me here on a Friday evening to kick start our weekend. Although we came early, we still weren't able to snatch a seat at the bar. (I've really been having bad luck with this lately!) So we opted for one of the booths. We tried two drinks on the menu, but sadly I wasn't impressed. I can't remember the name, but I ordered something that was a "relative" to the Sazerac. The flavors were there, but it wasn't strong enough for me. My husband's drink, which I think was a fizzy, tasted a bit watered down. I ended up ordering off the menu (what else - a Sazerac) and the bartender was able to redeem herself then. I understand the buzz behind this place, and I do like the ambiance. It's lovely that Singapore can have nice things! I don't mind paying upwards of $18 for a cocktail, but if I do it better be strong. If the bartenders can just work on that, I'll be willing to upgrade my rating.

Miss America + Homemade Pastrami Sammy = bliss If you're lucky you might spot Mike in a superman suit and mask. This fellow American has done a great deal for the cocktail scene in SG and continues to raise the bar. Kudos! The music can get a bit overly loud at times, but I think that's bc I am a granny :)

This place is so much fun! Hidden entrance, great cocktails, and plenty of comfort food. I came here with a crew of Texans and we went full southern, ordering items like chicken and waffles and the fried mac and cheese balls. Everything was wonderful and we really appreciated the bartender shaking his cocktails with ATTITUDE.

If you're in need of comfort food: Truffle Mac & Cheese Balls. If you're on the hungrier side: The Reuben. If you want something refreshing: Salmon ceviché with taro chips (seriously yum) Why am I reviewing food in a cocktail bar? Because they were all simply too delish not to mention. This is a kind of place where you'll have the most fun sitting at the bar and having a chat with the bartender or wait staff. Our bartender kept our vocal cords well lubricated and mixed us a few drinks based on our preference of base (gin for me, thank you very much) & what tastes we lean towards (fruity, bitter, etc.). An enjoyable experience in terms of food and cocktails - the ambience didn't work for me, but I see why it's a hit. I'll definitely be back.

Boring. Very dark and old looking inside. Friend and I had a drink each. She had a cocktail, I can't rem the name but it tasted like there wasnt much alcohol in it and she also commented it was bland and uninteresting. I had an Old Fashioned. Granted it was my first ever but it tasted just like rum on the rocks. Think they were too light on the bitters. Both drinks were 22 to 25++. Service when booking was good. Place was very nondescript outside. It was a bit hard to get their intention inside, lacklustre is the word. We were disappointed with our drinks and agreed we couldn't be fussed to come back.

Only the cool and hip can hang out here. Overpriced fancy drinks. Get the punch bowl, its the most bang for your buck. I love the dark wood and the bar, that is the best part of the joint. It is a huge hassle to get in unless you have a reservation, so beware. It was apparently named 50 top bars in the world... hmmm. Hopefully the food is better than the air conditioner strength in this joint. Will have to try it out next time.

Drinks could be better. I left my $20++ cocktail half full and I love cocktail... The best thing for me here is the Mac and cheese balls. With truffle oil, these r amazeballs! The concept of the chicken skins was a fantastic one if it was executed right. Pounded to a translucent crisp and then fried, it would have made a great fatty chip. Ours seem to be fried with rancid oil, like they used the oil again and again and kept it for weeks. It was disappointing. I wouldn't have expected this cheap tactic from a reputable outlet that charges premium prices. So I'm glad the rest of the snacks made up for the lack of it. My take - drink straightforward drinks as they use quality spirits. Don't go nuts with the cocktails. And get the macballs.

One of the pioneers (or THE pioneer) in the Singapore cocktail/ speakeasy scene. Well-loved and supported. Great menus, with creative libations to suit almost every taste. Somewhat a must-go for cocktail enthusiast. Don't forget to order the oh-so-good Mac-n-cheese balls.

Great bar even for non frequenters. They have a mixology concept, meaning you giving your complete faith to the creative conjuring of drinks. Eg: you want a smokey woody whiskey or something that tastes like popcorn. I only ordered once in their menu and honestly can't remember what I ordered. Ambience wise, it's great for group hangouts or individual socializing.

Another speakeasy joint in SG - really reminded me a bit of Comstock in SF, although not totally the same, but the waiter guy was dressed up a bit! The drinks were great .... and you know its great when there are quite a few ingredients in the drink that sounds totally fancy/foreign/and you have no idea what the heck it is. We also got the fried truffle mac n cheese balls, pork belly sliders, and chicken and waffles. As a vegetarian, I just had the mac n cheese, and the waffle part of the chicken n waffles, and the bourbon syrup that came along w/ the chicken n waffles was amazballs. Since our group ordered quite some drinks, we got 2 of our appetizer orders on the house! i thought that was uber nice. We didn't get to try the punch bowl (at SGD150 - but its a big big bowl) since you need to pre-order it, so i'm def going back next time for the punch!

The hostess is the rudest person I've come across. We walked in with a party of 8 and I've asked for a table. She just asked how many of you and walked off. She then stopped a few steps after and looked at us with a very irritated look. So all this time she wanted us to follow her and walk to our table. Does she expect people to be a mind reader??? I noticed thou how she was giving hugs and very welcoming to a male customer walking in. I thought this was the best bar in Asia and having a very unwelcoming hostess is definitely a huge let down. The drinks are well crafted yes but for the price tag and overall experience I'll go somewhere else

A dimly let, chic indoor environment with a garage door exterior, 28 Hong Kong street is another one of these cocktail establishments which seem to be spreading like wildfire. It's a nice environment, well decorated with a small bar and a good list of cocktails. While the vibe is good, if you balk at Singapore's beer prices, you might want to skip out on cocktail establishments on this island. All cocktails are north of $20 and the beers are $15 a bottle. The cocktail I tried was the Nuevo (I think), which had some coffee in there and vanilla alcohol. It was alright, but I'm not a huge cocktail person to begin with. The fried mac n cheese balls were good, but the pecan pie is average. The chicken and waffles are more like chicken nuggets on a waffle, with no option for gravy, just syrup. We came on a Thursday and the place had a good crowd, so I'd imagine it's even busier on weekends. All in all, a good place to have a drink or two.

If you're looking to kickstart a weekend of debauchery, this is the place to go. Located in a stretch amongst Chinese Sundry shops, you would never have guessed that this place was here. Coming in a group? Pre-order the punch bowl. It's pretty massive and it's value for money. My to go drinks are Old Fashioneds and Negronis, and this place does it pretty well. At a $20 price point, your drink comes on a leather coaster (nice touch) and all the tables are made of marble. There are a couple of snacks you could order if you're feeling peckish, and there was Penhaligon's handsome in the bathroom (very nice touch). Truth be told, I'm pretty torn about this place. The service is superb, the staff are really interested in knowing what flavor profiles you like and they'll cook it up for you. Unfortunately, there have been a couple of times when I've ordered something else off the menu and it just tasted pretty weak. Avoid the impish looking bartender, he makes the worst drinks.

Went here on a Tuesday night after Chinese New Years with a couple friends. Pros - SF-style Speakeasy! Some say old and dark, but I say it's got atmosphere, lol - AWESOME Bumping music. Old skool hip hop n R&B'z! - Great attentive service, they checked in on us, gave us water without asking, even split the bill. A far cry from other places where you have to wait ages or shout to get a drink. I almost felt like I was in America again =P - True speakeasy entrance (You wouldn't know there's a bar there, aside from the large "28" on top, it looks like your average garage door) Cons - You have to make reservations! It's small and not many tables - $22-$25 drinks! They're good but... i mean, really you're only supposed to charge those prices if you're super creative like Bar Stories or on some ridiculously nice rooftop bar like Lantern! Other considerations: - It's loud! The music is loud, the crowd is loud (or maybe just tonight)

So I had heard this was the place where the cool kinds hang out... and I am not typically one of them but I felt cool here. I was not too adventurous with the drinks and stuck with a Manhattan... it was good but nothing to blow my mind. What did nearly change my life was there burger! The server strongly recommended it over the Ruben...we tried both and the burger is one of the best I have had in Singapore, especially when you consider the price. I will for sure come back and eat it again, and again, and again. in general the place is not cheap but once you get that burger on the lips that becomes an afterthought

So, so cool. Yes, you didn't read it wrong, the name of the bar is also the address, which is almost exactly the website. Which features nothing more than its name, and an email address that isn't a link. For a place that only takes reservations (which we later found not entirely true, since we did walk in and get a table for 6), they didn't pick up any of my calls all day, cementing the nonchalant nature of just getting in. Might've been just me. Finally stepping in though, throws you off completely. The outside street is relatively quiet at night, but once you get in the doors, it's a different world. The place is dark, and decked out like a bar from a different time. The actual bar is an interesting triangle, and has loads of specialty liquor. Take your time to look through the menu, or just speak to one of the front-of-house ladies - they'll set you up with some ridiculous drinks. The names you'll remember are The Whore's Bath, and the Corpse Reviver (and there's a Reviver #2 too). If you end up with a bigger crew, try to punch bowl - it's massive, and may take you a while. If you like a bit of a drink, you should give it a go at least once. Then you can say you've moved on.

Have been here maybe 10 times over the last 2 years. It is the spot i bring all my guests to show them some cool parts of Singapore. As you can see from other reviewers the food is great in this hidden spot ( my reco is the Reuben...if they still have it on the menu). Went again last night (june 24) and it was packed (not uncommon) and found the drinks menu changed (again, not uncommon). I asked for a drink they used to have before (as i have 2 other times) called a "hard to pour". Really a fantastic drink. Was hastily told they couldnt make it. The waiters also didnt have any knowledge of their new menu (which i was wryly told changes every 3-4 months). Wasnt impressed this time around with the drinks or service. A formerly five-star place is no longer.

The best part about this bar is the fact that it's got a cool hidden entry. Apart from that, it took forever to be served and their cocktails are weak and made perhaps by amateurs. this is sad the the fact it felt so promising and for the price that they're charging to enjoy a lemon flavored water (gin fizz) it just feels as if you'd be best having a night out elsewhere. I must also say we were in a group & apart from the average beverages & service( the staff also tried to make us pay for their payment mistakes at the end when they hadn't charged other people enough. Very disappointing

Came here in Oct 2017 while visiting Singapore. Their truffle mac & cheese balls were DELICIOUS! Each of the cocktails we tried were great as well. Only complaint was that the lighting was very dark. Might not have minded as much if it were just a bar or if we were just drinking, but would've preferred a bit more light as we were eating. I'd definitely go back.

I have been back here many times after reviewing it almost 2 years ago! I have been to a few speakeasies in Singapore ... but nowhere compares to 28HKST. The drinks and service crew are far. They have recently undergone a renovation - it's more spacious and could host bigger groups in 'cubbyholes'! The crowd+vibe is still a good hipster+chic blend! Love this place and its Presidential Punch to bits! x

This place is amazing, it has a speakeasy vibe...but without all the rules. The whiskey cocktails were amazing. Of course had to measure with and old fashioned. And then went for some of the originals....the names escape me at the moment so I will have to amend this review once I find the names...but trust me it was good. I like that the bar was not so loud and is conducive to conversations. The fact that it's a small place kinda invites conversations to occurr. Servers were knowledgeable about whisky and all the menu items. This is always a plus. Definitely coming back here!

Saw this place was in the top ten on a list of the best cocktail bars in the world so of course had to try. Went on a Thursday night around 9pm and it was standing room only but a table opened up in only about 10-15. 5 stars for the hostess - she was on point getting us to a table as soon as it opened up. The cocktail menu is interesting and as pricey as you might guess: S$20-30 for a cocktail. They have a lot of variety and include the strength on the menu, which I have not seen before. We had just one round and found the cocktails were very strong and not quite as balanced as I'd have hoped. The food was a very nice surprise however. We tried the Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Grilled Cheese with Tomato soup and both were uniquely presented and very tasty. I may head back to give it another try, but honestly I find the cocktails at Fine in Robinson Walk are far superior.

I don't know if it's because it's my first "speakeasy" experience or what, but i really like this place! The decor is nice, the cocktails were decent though a bit pricy. If you are in a moderate group (4-6), or just plan to drink a lot, I would recommend getting their punch bowl for a more economically responsible choice. I've heard friends dishing out $200 per person here just because they got too drunk to count. And if you do get the punch bowl, I would choose the one with gin - more potent and tasty! Towards the later part of the night, they sometimes give food away to random tables. I thought this was a nice touch. And the food? The food was REALLY good - I looooove the truffle mac and cheese balls, and their reuben sandwich. All in all, I wouldn't make it my regular hangout, but a special place to bring a visiting guest every now and then.

I can totally see why this is one of the top 50 bars in the world. The decor was cool, some what dimly lit, and even though it was really quite quiet on a Thursday evening, I could really see how this place would look like with a bunch of schnazzy yuppies mingling with the tourists of Singapore (myself included) ending the week on a high note. As for the drinks... Whoah. Blown away. It's tucked away, completely non-descript, but the cocktails are made to measure and absolutely amazing. I started off with the Boulevardier and ended with the Hard to Port. Thank goodness the company I work for was paying for it. :-) Pricey, but worth it.

The cocktails tend to be on the bull side; the people rather bearish, depending on where you are seated--on that subject, best to be tipsy asap so time disappears and lights to dim along on a straight line. It takes me about 2.5 delish drinks to be on that very 'straight line,' but I gotta say I'm kind of the opposite of, say, a 'bear.' On the other side, the place is self-aware of these sentiments because the music gets louder as time passes. The food is great, perfect if there is no distinction being 'bear' or 'bull,' not so otherwise, or if you are on a diet.