The Empire

An all-girls bar (although men are welcome) located on the top floor of a shophouse. Be prepared to climb as there isn’t an elevator service, but if you want a cosy spot to enjoy music and good company, it’s a worthy ascent. Play pool in the private room, drink up at the bar or sway on the rooftop terrace (there are fans to keep you cool while you turn on the heat). If you want to hold your own private soirée, call ahead and book the private room at no extra charge. The music here is mainly Top 40 and R&B, but if you have a favourite playlist on your iPod, bring it along and the service staff will be more than happy to hook you up. Drinks are some of the cheapest in town: housepours at $6 and a magnum of Hoegaarden at $15.