LIVE LIKE A LOCAL

Discover one of the jewels of Singapore’s entertainment scene located just steps away

from the Village Residence Robertson Quay. This handy guide helps you navigate through these fun-filled gems, from an intimate dinner by the

river to a pulsating night with friends.

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Information is accurate at time of printing and subject to change.

Delight your taste buds as you explore the vibrant culinary scene amidst the concoction of music and lights. It is going to be a gastronomical groove through the array of local and international delicacies.

JUMBO Seafood

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A trip to Singapore is not complete without trying JUMBO’s award-winning chilli crab! Bite into the succulent crab meat with the sweet yet savoury, slight spicy sauce. Other than serving this iconic dish, JUMBO is also a seafood paradise. Shiok ah!

MUST TRYThe famed chilli crabs and man tou (steamed or deep fried buns) to dip in the chilli gravy

LOCAL SLANGShiok (cool, great; delicious)

30 Merchant Road #01-01/02 Riverside Point Lunch : 12:00noon - 3:00pm Dinner : 6:00pm - 12:00mn 12-min walk T: 6532 3435

Boomarang Bistro & Bar Singapore

Tiong Bahru Market

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Have a feast at one of the best hawker centres in Singapore for breakfast or brunch. Wait until lunch time to indulge in the finest selection of succulent meat. Go for the roasted duck rice or pork ribs with noodles or simply stick with delicious basics such as Hainanese chicken rice and you cannot go wrong. Prices are affordable, with basic noodle and rice dishes starting from $3. Cheap-cheap, good-good!

MUST TRYTheir No. 1 selling pizza - Boomarang Deluxe

LOCAL SLANGchillax (a combination of chill and relax)

60 Robertson Quay, #01-15 The Quayside 6:00am - 3:00am 5-min walk T: 6738 1077

Head down and chillax by the scenic bank of Singapore River at Boomarang — a café, bar & bistro which serves fresh, authentic Australian cuisine while celebrating her charming culture.

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MUST TRYLor Mee 178 #02-23,Hong Heng Fried Sotong Mee (2016 Bib Gourmand List) #02-01

LOCAL SLANGCheap-cheap, good-good (good value for money)

30 Seng Poh Road 7:30am - 9:30pm (opening hours vary) 11-min drive Walk 3-min to bus stop opposite Shell House. Board bus no. 123 and alight 5 stops later at Blk 18, Tiong Bahru Road, Walk 3-min to Tiong Bahru Market

Quench your thirst at the local gin mill of your choice. Warm up with a tequila shot before you hit the dance floor or people-watch as you sip on a glass of chardonnay or mocktail. Scattered throughout and around Robertson Quay, a variety of bars and pubs are available for you to choose from.

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Other than an affordable variety of freshly brewed craft beers and sake, drink yourself mabok with wallet-friendly beer towers all day long. If you feel peckish, they also serve some Japanese beer grub.

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MUST TRYKaraage with Oriental Sauce

LOCAL SLANGMabok (drunk)

11 Unity Street #01-18/29 Robertson Walk Mon - Thu : 11:00am – 2:00am Fri & Sat : 11:00am – 3:00am 1-min walk T: 9800 4954

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Level Up MUST TRYTyphoon Tater Tots topped with nacho cheese and soy crumbs

3A River Valley Road #02-04 Clarke Quay Mon - Thu : 5:00pm - 2:00am Fri & Sat : 5:00pm - 3:00am Sun : 2:00pm - 11:00pm 12-min walk T: 6266 2276

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Begin your togok session at one of Singapore’s most fabled microbreweries. The years have not wearied this brewery one bit as it continues to launch new handcrafted and brewed-in-Singapore beers that are heartily guzzled by their regulars and new guests alike. This is a must-try for the beer lovers!

MUST TRYGolden Ale

LOCAL SLANGTogok (excessive drinking)

30 Merchant Road #01-05/06 Sun - Thu : 12noon - 12:00mn Fri, Sat, PH : 12noon - 1:00am 13-min walk T : 6438 7438

Check out Singapore’s first ever arcade-bar with over 10 game machines for you and your friends to battle it out as you live up to their motto - Eat, Drink, Play! Walk down memory lane with video games such as Street Fighter and Puzzle Bobble.

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The night is always young when you live near the three quays of Singapore. Get into the local nightlife that is jam-packed with fun and action at Robertson Quay, Clarke Quay and Boat Quay. It is near impossible for you not to have your fill of fun with family and friends here!

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Face your fears and brave GX-5 Extreme Swing that has attracted throngs of thrill-seekers every night. Offering an adrenaline rush that is bueh tahan, you will be seated in an open-air capsule that will fall from a height of 50 metres at a speed of 120km/h.

MUST SEESpectacular view if you can keep your eyes open

LOCAL SLANGBueh tahan (intolerable)

3E River Valley Road 11:00am till late 12-min walk T: 6338 1766

Attica

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Singapore Repertory Theatre

Dress up and get ready to party at one of the leading clubs in the Asian nightlife circuit. The club has seen some of the world’s biggest DJs take to the decks, including Paul Oakenfold, Pete Tong and Dub Pistols. Attica has also been awarded an ‘Asia Top / Outstanding Excellence’ award for its significant contribution to the Singapore nightlife scene. Chiong down to secure the best spot on the dance floor!

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MUST SEEStylish and fashionablepeople

LOCAL SLANGChiong (rush)

3A River Valley Road, #02-05 Tue - Sat: 10:00pm till late 10-min walk T: 6333 9973

Be inspired, engaged and entertained as you and your kakis enjoy productions at one of Asia’s leading English-language theatres. Accompanying its repertoire of original work, the company has produced critically acclaimed classics including Kiss of the Spider Woman, Little Shop of Horrors, The Woman in Black, and many others.

MUST TRYThe cosy, intimate viewing experience

LOCAL SLANGKakis (friends)

20 Merbau Road 2-min walk T: 6221 5585

Take a break from the dance floor and go on a journey to unearth the rich culture and heritage that are hidden among the blaring bass and flickering fluorescence of the Robertson Quay nightlife.

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Gardens by the Bay

Learn about flora and fauna at the pride and joy of this nation, a showcase of both Singapore’s green consciousness and advanced technology. Among the star attractions are giant Supertrees that glow in the night and two conservatories housing exotic blooms from around the world.

MUST SEEThe light and sound show at the Supertrees (daily at 7.45pm and 8.45pm)

18 Marina Gardens Drive 5:00am - 2:00am 11-min drive T: 6420 6848

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River Cruise

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Check out the largest public collection of modern art from Singapore and Southeast Asia. The building is beautifully restored and transformed from two national monuments - former Supreme Court and City Hall. You can ownself walk around or join the daily 11:00am (3:00pm on weekends) guided building highlights tour.

Go on a romantic cruise along the Singapore River as you take in the historical sights of Singapore. There are several cruise operators to choose from. Breathe in the peaceful air and enjoy the sights as you sail past Singapore’s iconic skyline in a bumboat.

MUST SEEThe Singapore skyline and river view

Merlion Park Jetty 9.00am – 11:00pm 19-min walk or 7-min drive

MUST SEEThe former Supreme Court Terrace on Level 4 Mezzanine

LOCAL SLANGOwnself (Singlish for myself/yourself/himself/themselves)

1 St Andrew’s Road Sat - Thu, PH : 10:00am - 7:00pm Fri, Eve of PH : 10:00am - 9:00pm 6-min walk to bus stop at River Place Condo, then take Bus No. 51 (4 mins with 4 stops) and alight at Armenian Church, Walk 500m 6-min drive T: 6271 7000

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9 Singlish (Singaporean English) words to get you started.

Police : 999Traffic Police : 6547 0000Police Hotline : 1800 2250000

Fire & Ambulance995

Non-Emergency Ambulance1777

Nearest HospitalSingapore General HospitalOutram Road Singapore 169608Main Line (24 hours): 6222 3322

EMERGENCY NUMBERS WE HOPE YOU DON’T HAVE TO CALL.

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LAHUsed at the end of sentences to indicate tone of anger or agreemente.g. Yes lah… / Yes lah!

LEHUsed at the end of sentences to sound more placating in a disagreement or to persuadee.g. No leh.... / Yes leh, he did leh. / Go leh.

LORUsed at the end of sentences to agree or give ine.g. Ok lor. / Go lor.

MEHUsed questioninglye.g. No meh? / Yes meh?

WAH LAOExclamation to express shock or disappointmente.g. Wah lao! / Wah lao… How could he do that?

ALAMAKExclamation to express when one makes a mistakee.g. Alamak, I forgot my passport!

PAISEHSorry; used to express embarrassment or apology e.g. Paiseh, I didn’t mean to knock into you.

SIAOCrazye.g. Siao! That’s daylight robbery.

SHIOKTastes or feels goode.g. This burger/massage is so shiok!

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Village Residence Robertson Quay30 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238251

Tel: +65 6738 3007

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