Dashplorer Guide to The West
Welcome to the guide for The West, the second area for you to explore as a Dashplorer! Many of you have told us that since the day we got the ball rolling in Farrer Park, you have been eagerly waiting for Dashplorer to go to other areas of Singapore 🗺️ So here we are!
Aside from bars that have interesting concepts and cafes with delectable food, the west side of our country is also booming with things to do 🥳 Can’t wait to explore the places we’ve curated just for you? Let’s go!
Bars 🍺
From bars with unique concepts to those with food as attractive as their drinks, we know what it’s like to be on the lookout for them all. If you and your clique are still searching for a place to hang out at on Friday nights after work, look no further! Pin these west-side bars in your group chat and explore them one by one 🍻
GET SOME
Packed in a homely neighbourhood between salons and the likes, Get Some is located in the most unlikely of places. Living up to what we call a hidden gem, Get Some may be easy to miss but it’s definitely difficult to forget! This cozy bar serves craft beers straight from the taps but what makes them unique is their selection of beers that are mostly locally brewed. Featuring beers with names like ‘Roasty Bae’ and ‘Inception’ and flavours that taste like lao po bing, it’s a no-brainer why customers keep going back to Get Some 🍺
Dashplorer’s Secret Menu: Tell the staff ‘I’m a Dashplorer!’ to get a freebie worth $12
Dashers’ Perks: 10% off total bill!
Address: 727 Clementi West Street 2, #01-282, Singapore 120727
Instagram: @getsome.sg
Facebook: @getsome.sg
BRASS LION DISTILLERY
(Photo credit to Native)
Not only do they operate as a bar that serves a variety of gins, tonics and cocktails, Brass Lion Distillery also provides guided distillery tours and gin-making sessions. Jamie, the owner, even went through a 6-year journey to bring to life the multi-award-winning spirit made in Singapore – the Singapore Dry Gin 🍸 So if you want to get drinks in a fully-immersive environment like no other before, Brass Lion Distillery will be sure to satisfy your curiosity!
Address: 40 Alexandra Terrace, Singapore 119933
Instagram: @brassliondistillery
Facebook: @brassliondistillery
HOPSCOTCH
(Photo credit to IG @hopscotch_sg)
At Hopscotch, there’s never a dull moment. With a corner shelf full of table games and live music serenading you, your time here will be well-spent. What will make your money well-spent, though, is Hopscotch’s range of drinks that are inspired by local classics! From Milo Medley to Bubble Bean (which consists of their homemade milk tea), you’ll be sure to find a familiar taste here 🧋 P.S. They also promise food that will change your view of typical bar snacks!
Address: 45 Malan Road, Singapore 109455
Instagram: @hopscotch_sg
Facebook: @HopscotchSG
TENANTS’ FAVOURITES
STICKIES @ JURONG
Recommended by a Dasher who’s all about relaxing and chilling with friends after a tough week, Stickies boasts a wide range of alcoholic drinks that are well-complimented by their yummy snacks 🍗
“I love that Stickies has everything I want in a bar – towers and food. I unwind the best after a long week by downing their Wah-Eh-Bu Tower with my friends! Their Ho-Jiak Platter goes very well with the drinks and the best part is that they have shuttle buses to and from Pioneer MRT!”
Address: 2 Buroh Cres, #01-10 Ace @ Buroh, Singapore 627546
OBAR@TRADEHUB21
Another bar highly recommended by a Dasher is Obar, which serves an extensive range of drinks and unexpected food like mala hotpot and grilled fish 🥘
“When I first went to Obar, I was super surprised by what they sell! They have cocktails that are uniquely named, like Pom Pom Island and First Love. And they even have mala hotpot, a dish that you don’t usually see being served at bars. It’s hard not to become a regular when they have all these good stuff in one place!”
Address: 8 Boon Lay Way #01-32, Tradehub 21, Singapore 609964
Food 🍜
Arriving at everyone’s favourite section in a guide, we’re more than ready to share the hidden gems we found in the west 😉 A common trait among all Singaporeans is the tendency to think of our next meal even while eating our current one! So, if you’re like us, always planning ahead and searching for the next place to eat, then hang tight as we introduce you to these spots in The West 🍲
W39 BISTRO & BAKERY
(Photo credit to SG Food on Foot)
W39 Bistro & Bakery exudes a modern and welcoming atmosphere with their white walls that are complimented by warm lighting and wooden furniture of different colours. Their menu boasts a sizable variety of western and fusion dishes, from Beef Chilli Cheese Fries to Chef’s Special Assam Fish and Fragrant Rice. Oh, and something that makes them special? They welcome pets at their alfresco area 🐶 So gather your friends – both human and furry – for a casual meal in a cozy environment!
Address: 39 Jln Mas Puteh, Singapore 128637
Instagram: @w39bistro
Facebook: @W39Bistro
Check out our coliving spaces here
KNOTS CAFE AND LIVING
Stepping into Knots Cafe and Living transports you to a modern garden that has the perfect ambiance for casual dining with loved ones. With plants surrounding you (all of which are purchasable!) and warm lighting decorating the parameters, Knots makes you feel right at home. Their food is pleasantly delectable, with the Battered Fish and Chips being one of the most ordered. The Milo Mocha is also perfect for those who miss their favourite childhood drink but need caffeine to get through work ☕️
Address: 102E Pasir Panjang Rd, #01-08 Citilink Warehouse Complex, Singapore 118529
Instagram: @knots_cafe_and_living
Facebook: @knotscafeandliving
UNCLE HO’S TUCKSHOP
(Photo credit to FB @unclehostuckshop)
Uncle Ho’s Tuckshop is an intimate Vietnamese restaurant with friendly and passionate staff who makes you feel welcomed right when you enter the doors! If you’re in the mood for a flavourful and filling meal, try their House Special, the Bún Chả Hà Nội, which is a bowl of white noodles topped with grilled pork belly and pork patties. But if you’re a fan of Western cuisine, be adventurous and check out the French-inspired Bánh Mì, a short baguette filled with a variety of ingredients! With such a range of dishes, Uncle Ho’s is the perfect place to dine for those new to Vietnamese cuisine 🥖
Address: 100 Pasir Panjang Rd, #01-04 Old Behn Meyer Building, Singapore 118518
Instagram: @unclehostuckshop
Facebook: @unclehostuckshop
TENANTS’ FAVOURITES
SUZUKI GOURMET COFFEE
A cafe that turned one of our Dashers into a fan is Suzuki Gourmet Coffee. From seasonal beverages like Murasaki Kyoto Latte to the Japanese tea house-inspired interior design, Suzuki promises to bring Japan to you 🇯🇵
“Whenever I’m missing Japan, I go to Suzuki to get a cup of coffee. Actually, it’s not just the coffee for me, it’s the feeling of being in a space that reminds me so much of Japan. The wooden interior is very calming and minimalistic, and they even have one of those wooden bamboo water fountains!”
Address: 8 Chin Bee Ave, Singapore 619932
OLD HABITS BOUTIQUE AND CAFE
This one is for the vintage-lovers! The Dasher who recommended Old Habits Boutique and Cafe gushed about the retro decor, saying that they make the perfect background for an Instagram photo. With unique drinks like Popcorn Matcha Latte and an affordably priced Wagyu Beef Sandwich, the food is also worth checking out 🥩
“Old Habits is my comfort cafe in the west. I regularly go there to hang around because the atmosphere is just so nice! And the food is also delicious so it’s a win-win.”
Address: 2 Telok Blangah Way, Mt Faber, #01-04 Next to the Swimming Pool, SAFRA, Singapore 098803
Things to Do 👣
Now that you’re armed with a bunch of places to eat, let’s explore things to do in the west! From new trendy activities to those that have been in Singapore for a long time, there will always be ways to spend your time if you know where to look 👀 But look no further, as we have collated these activities that you can immediately check out in the west 🥳
TIGER BREWERY TOUR
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Always wondered how Tiger Beer, the iconic Singaporean beer, was made? The guided session at the Tiger Brewery Tour will satisfy your curiosity! You will learn everything about Tiger Beer – from every step in the brewing process to the whole list of ingredients and even the packaging process. There will also be a beer-tapping opportunity followed by a free sampling of Tiger’s freshly brewed beer 🍻
Address: 459 Jln. Ahmad Ibrahim, Singapore 639934
Book your slot for the tour here!
THOW KWANG POTTERY JUNGLE
(Photo credit to IG @tkpotteryjungle)
A 3 generations-long family business, Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle is all about the passion and love for pottery wares and dragon kiln! Not only do they sell a wide range of pottery ware (all classified by series), they also conduct public and private workshops as well as a paw stamping workshop for your furry kids. Their family kiln, which is also Singapore’s oldest surviving dragon kiln, even won an award from the National Heritage Board 🏺
Address: 85 Lor Tawas, Singapore 639823
Instagram: @tkpotteryjungle
Facebook: @tkpotteryjungle
HAW PAR VILLA
If you didn’t know you can go to hell in Singapore, now you know! Haw Par Villa is a park that combines culture, history, philosophy and religion all into one via the eccentric theme of supernaturalism. You can expect statues depicting folklore stories ranging from Madam White Snake to Journey to the West. But most infamous of all is Haw Par Villa’s 10 Courts of Hell, which show us the goriness in the afterlife! Visit this unforgettable place to have a sneak peek of what awaits you after death 😈
Address: 262 Pasir Panjang Rd, Singapore 118628
Instagram: @hawparvilla.sg
Facebook: @hawparvilla.sg
TENANTS’ FAVOURITES
SALT & LIGHT ARCHERY
With more and more people trying out different kinds of sport, archery is slowly coming into the limelight. The Dasher who recommended Salt & Light Archery only took up archery recently but has already had a lot of fun! Aside from fun, archery also helps to build the learner’s patience and character, making it a well-balanced sport 🏹
“I didn’t expect myself to have so much fun participating in a sport! Maybe it’s because the more you shoot, the better you become. You can really see your improvement, which definitely makes you feel accomplished. I’m thinking of trying Kyudo (Japanese Traditional Archery) sometime in the future!”
Address: 2A Clementi Rd, Singapore 129803
REFLECTIONS AT BUKIT CHANDU
Take learning beyond the books at Reflections at Bukit Chandu! No matter if you’re a local or an expat like the Dasher who recommended this activity, there will always be something new for you to learn from Singapore’s history 🇸🇬 And what better way to do that than at this interpretative centre presenting one of the fiercest battles in World War Two?
“I’m an enthusiast for museums and the likes! It’s fascinating to learn of the history and culture of different places. As I’m not from here, the best way to learn about Singapore is, of course, going to heritage centres like this, where imagining what happened is made easier through the decor and artefacts on display.”
Address: 31-K Pepys Road, Singapore 118458
Are you excited to explore the spots we listed? Because we sure are! There are so many hidden gems that we didn’t even know of before we started to explore and we’re so eager for you to enjoy them 🥺 To make things even more enticing, we’re giving away $100 off a Dashplorer’s rent! Simply share with us your experience in one of the places in our guide here, and you might just win the prize 😍
