Erwin’s Gastrobar

Erwin’s Gastrobar has expanded with a second outlet in River Valley, and its vibe is completely different from the original MBFC location. It’s brighter and livelier to cater to families that come here for a hearty breakfast, lunch or dinner.

The good thing about this place is that there’s something for everyone too: Kids can opt for mac & cheese, spaghetti and burgers, while adults can have angus ribeye, as well as healthy choices like baked salmon, summer salad and chargrilled chicken.Come dinnertime, leave the tots home to enjoy the numerous drinks on offer — Paulaner draft beers from Munich, craft beers from Austria, wines, spirits and Prosecco cocktails. There are also finger-licking bar bites as you get peckish later at night.

Erwin’s Gastrobar | 491 River Valley Road, S(248371) | Call 6235 1613

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Bedrock Bar & Grill

As its name suggests, there’s more to Bedrock than its famous steaks. It also has a whisky bar which serves — you guessed it — an impressive list of popular whiskies such as Johnnie Walker, Balvenie, Arbelour; as well as rare ones like Aberfeldy, Knockando and Caol. These are offered alongside beers, cocktails, wines and non-alcoholic beverages.

You can drop by just for drinks, but for a complete experience, it’s recommended that you also come with an appetite. Order its specialties, the bone-in tomahawk or Bedrock pepper steaks, and finish off with some sublime desserts. There’s apple crumble, baked fresh daily, and hot favourite — chocolate churros.

Bedrock Bar & Grill | 01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, 96 Somerset Road, S(238163) | Call 6238 0054 | Email enquiry@bedrock.com.sg

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Sum Yi Tai

Sum Yi Tai makes a distinct first impression because of its décor reminiscent of 1980s Hong Kong action movies. The restaurant, which is situated in a three-storey shop house, is dimly lit with oriental lanterns and the main wall has a huge Chinese dragon painted on it.

It lasts in your memory because of the authentic Cantonese fare it serves. There are good ol’ roasts and comfort food like king prawn wanton egg noodles, claypot rice and vermicelli with jumbo head king prawn, as well as hot favourites like crispy roast pork and XO carrot cake.

What’s even better is that it houses a bar so you can enjoy all these dishes with potent tipples. Sum Yi Tai boasts an extensive selection of premium whiskies, whisky-based cocktails, beers, wines and sake.

Sum Yi Tai | 25 Boon Tat Street, S(069622) | Call 6221 3665

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District 10 Bar & Restaurant

Suntec City’s massive renovation a few years back has paved the way for more dining options to sprout within the mall. One such establishment is District 10’s latest outlet, which attracts the working crowd, shoppers and even tourists for its sublime modern European fare paired with some hard-hitting drinks.

The menu is extensive and includes your usual bar bites, Italian fare and healthy options; but the real showstoppers are the black angus ribeye, beef tenderloin and porterhouse steak. Enjoy these best with a pint of ice cold beer — District 10 has loads to choose from — or if you’re craving for something else, you can have mocktails, cocktails, Japanese whiskies and premium spirits.

District 10 Bar & Restaurant | 01-514/515 Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Boulevard, S(038983) | Call 6822 2886 | Email suntec@district10.com.sg

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