Telok Ayer St

Notable street · Chinatown ·

Telok Ayer St

Notable street · Chinatown ·

All-day drinks, cocktails from 8am, unique Chinese spirits

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@michelinguide

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7 New Hip Cocktail Bars to Dive Into in Singapore

"Perhaps all you need to know about this new restaurant and bar in the heart of the Telok Ayer Central Business District is that drinks are available all day and you can kickstart your day with a cocktail at 8:00 a.m. if you so choose. The highlights on the drink menu are the five 51 Soho specials that feature some unusual Chinese spirits like the fiery Jiang Xiao Baibaijiu, a clear grain alcohol, as well as Chinese wines made from rice, plum and bamboo. These traditional liquors are made into surprisingly delicious and approachable cocktails like the "Bamboo Dream," in which osmanthus-infused baijiu is shaken with osmanthus rice wine, passionfruit purée and yuzu jam, and served in bamboo cups. Also fun is the "Prosperity Cup," a mixture of fermented rice wine and barley juice, rock melon syrup and white chocolate liquor, cheekily served with an edible fake 100 RMB note printed on rice paper." - Rachel Tan

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/travel/new-cocktail-bars-singapore-2019

Telok Ayer St

@silverkris

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Interview: Singapore muralist Yip Yew Chong on why he loves street art - SilverKris

"A historic street that once faced the beach — a lesser-known fact the artist uncovered while researching scenes from old Singapore. The street is cited to illustrate how rapid development and land reclamation have reshaped the city’s waterfront and erased elements of the past the murals aim to recall." - SilverKris

https://silverkris.singaporeair.com/inspiration/arts-culture/galleries-museums/interview-singapore-muralist-yip-yew-chong-recreating-scenes-past/

Telok Ayer St

JR F.

Google

Several local landmarks along the historical street, including well maintained and restored shophouses from colonial times. A cultural delight to walk, contrasting the skyscrapers of Shenton Way with the restored heritage in the form of not only public temples still in use, but also refurbished businesses.

Sara T.

Google

Vibrant street but narrow sidewalks. A cultural delight.

chin wey N.

Google

In the heart of financial area with high rise buildings can found cultural diversity & stylish historical shop houses occupied by restaurant operators. Delicious & fresh sliced fish soup can find @ amoy hawker center. $8 serving enough for 2 stomach.

Rose H.

Google

All restaurants, not too exciting

ManWai Y.

Google

Street with many heritage buildings, giving the feel of the "old" Singapore. Plenty of interesting dining options on this street.

kota m.

Google

“Telok” means small bay, and “Ayer” means water in Malay. So this place used to be a small bay. Telok Ayer Bay was reclaimed in 1887. You can see many temples around here because sailing was very dangerous at that time, and people prayed for their safety. After learning this, the view looks completely different to me.

cloudie D.

Google

What do i love about this street? The architecture of the old shop houses refurbished to progress with time, the history associated with the area (this was the landing site for chinese immigrants who sailed down from mainland China in search of a better life, and became a chinatown of sorts as a result), the cultural mishmash (where else can you find the island's oldest hokkien chinese temple sandwiched between a mosque and an indian muslim shrine?)... This is the cultural hotchpotch that has made Singapore so unique and oh so livable. Love this place.

Blackraven

Google

Telok Ayer Street is a vibrant and bustling street that is definitely worth a visit. This historic street is home to a plethora of unique restaurants, cafes, and bars that offer some of the best dining and drinking experiences in the city. From traditional Chinese cuisine to modern fusion dishes, there is something for everyone here. The street is also home to some beautiful heritage buildings that add to the charm and character of the area. Telok Ayer Street is a must-visit for anyone looking for a lively and authentic Singaporean experience!