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BQ Bar

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😠 Visit this bar if you want to get yelled at 🥲 Throughout our time there, my friends and I experienced so much unnecessary hostility from a female curly haired senior staff. When my phone went flat, I tried asking for help but she almost bit my head off. Food and drinks were mid and unfortunately, t... People often mention good, service, drinks, Nice, Great, drink, nice, staff, friends, Good,


Address

39 Boat Quay, Singapore 049828

Website

www.bqbar.com

Contact

+65 6536 1571

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (349 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: 12 pm to 3 am
  • Sunday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Monday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 12 pm

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  • 1/5 Nicole T. 5 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Visit this bar if you want to get yelled at 🥲 Throughout our time there, my friends and I experienced so much unnecessary hostility from a female curly haired senior staff. When my phone went flat, I tried asking for help but she almost bit my head off. Food and drinks were mid and unfortunately, the atmosphere of this bar was marred by our experience with her… do not recommend!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Palash N. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff (especially this one waitress) was very rude. Extremely unprofessional with ther service and would rather socialise with her friends at other tables than cater to customers. And when we checked on our order, she literally started shouting at us. The manager came in and apologised on her behalf but the experience was terrible. We left the place early just so we don't have to deal with her. The last thing you want on a day out with friends is someone coming to your table and shouting at you just because you checked on an order that was placed 20 minutes ago.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Peter Y. 9 months ago on Google • 32 reviews
    There’s a reason why this has a lower rating than other bars around the area. The drinks took a long time to arrive. More than 20min. They then asked for more drink orders 5 min after our drinks were served. Food was ok but not ok for the price. After we declined to order anymore drinks, they turned off the lights. The only good thing is that it’s beside the Singapore river which has a nice view Would not recommend to come here again if given a choice. To answer the owner: Drink took 20min to arrive after ordering, there's no explanation on my part. if the owner really want to know more, they can spend more time in their restaurant.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Bas B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is horrible. Paid my bill and they came back 3 times to ask me to pay again. At the end an Indian histirac lady came to me shouting leave my bar leave my bar. Avoid unless you want to be ripped off.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 M.S. O. 4 years ago on Google
    Both house red and white are pretty decent. The chicken wings and pork sausages with fries are good for small bites.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Chai chung y. 3 years ago on Google
    The manager and waiter/waitress were super rude. Not sure if this is the special culture where all of them have to be rude to the customers. They get super irritated when you take abit longer to tell them the order. Sometimes orders get mixed up, slow service response. If you want to order something you gotta wave for a good 5-10 minutes. They will ask you to finish your drink at 9:30pm and chase everyone off at 10pm sharp. “You all leave now, it is 10pm”. Disappointed but it’s okay because there are lots of good and cheaper bars nearby. Giving a star is considered a generosity because the service level is so bad, it deserves 0 star.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shahidah G. 2 years ago on Google
    I had a supervisor who assisted me.on what I requested for. Unfortunately she is the only want understand what I want and my boyfriend is speechless. Well done Michelle. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Tiara C. 2 years ago on Google
    Horrible staff called Michelle yelled at a couple of customers. She looked like she was about to attack some of them. Manager doesn’t seem too bothered. Gin took forever to arrive and is watered down.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Steve B. 7 months ago on Google • 1037 reviews
    You won’t be short of options (or offers) trying to find a casual place for some evening drinks in this area but I was left a little disappointed with this bar. With the mass of competition it was a shame for the service to be painfully slow throughout and there seemed to be no proactivity in getting drink refills throughout the evening. It’s also noticeably not the cheapest with a lack of enticing offers the neighbouring options have. Saying that, the service of food was fast and ordering a selection of the ‘bar bites’ was great for sharing amongst a few people - the portion sizes of each was large and it all very tasty! This did redeem my opinion and I wouldn’t rule it out in the future now.

  • 1/5 Ember S. 7 months ago on Google • 1036 reviews
    Atmosphere: damn hot. Also have many peddlers disturbing you Drinks: mai tai taste horrible. Im only here for SG PUB CRAWL as part of the $100 sparks connection credit by SDN. A small free shot.

  • 5/5 Kia K. 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    One of the nicest bar i went to. Drinks is affordable and Metta one of the server would recommend me nice drinks. Food the usual drink bites didn't disappoint too. Overall i do like he ambience as its very chill and its a nice place to have catch up with friends. I like that the music at the outside area is not too loud so i can have a conversation with my friends. Server is friendly too. It's my many time going there as its just feel very cozy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 G 4 years ago on Google
    Very expensive for what you get
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Gareth B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar with amazing views of the Skyline... Service can be hit and miss, as sometimes slow, but otherwise very good bar with a chilled vibe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Daniela Alina P. 2 years ago on Google
    Staff is repeatedly snooty, Gins seem to be watered down my friends keep wondering…. - still, nice location. They could just change their attitude a bit and all would be fine.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Nishant N. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place to stop by and have a drink on weekend evenings! They have good music playing!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kenji M. 2 years ago on Google
    Good place with nice view
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Danny C. 2 years ago on Google
    Probably one of the best in Boat Quay. Varieties in drink menu and prices are reasonable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken R. 2 years ago on Google
    Boat quay still has its unique charm. Good prices on drinks here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Prianka G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great view on the water, but they're significantly understaffed to the point where we waited almost 30 minutes for two beers (bottled! not even draft!)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vijay T. 3 years ago on Google
    The kebabs are very tasty and the service was amazing. Colleagues and I really had a good time. will definitely come back!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Damien G. 3 years ago on Google
    Service was slow but still ok till they told us last drink was at 9:30pm and the waitress literally kicked us out at 10pm... waiting at our table for us to leave... we felt very welcome, thank you for this unique (never going back again) experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Biorn M. 5 months ago on Google • 237 reviews
    We had what was probably the tastiest bar food I've experienced, my colleague also agreed. The mixed platter of meats, bread and dip was so good we ordered another. The hostesses who served us were very helpful and prompt. BQ Bar will be my go to place for dinner on the quay next time I'm in Singapore.

  • 4/5 Baby G. 1 year ago on Google • 21 reviews
    We had the beef kebab and chicken tikka set. In terms of the meats, it was really goood! The chicken tikka was very tender and the green and red chutney complimented the chicken very well. As for the kebab, LOVED the sauce in the kebab wrap. They use Naan as the wrap for the kebab wrap. Personally not a big fan as I feel the naan is quite dense and made me full pretty fast. This is just a personal choice, it’s just that I prefer kebab wraps with tortilla wrap. Fries accompanying the set were freshly fried - HOT HOT. Seasoned with Indian spices -Yummy. Service was good too!

  • 5/5 Han Wee L. 1 year ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Valentine's dinner. The menu was well thought thru, nice service. Vicinity has an old town feel.

  • 4/5 hester f. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was delicious

  • 5/5 Darren L. 2 years ago on Google
    I'm loving the bar and services that they provided and the chicken mains that I ordered was tendered and delicious.

  • 1/5 Kaustuva S. 2 years ago on Google
    Horrible and pathetic service

  • 4/5 Batman S. 7 years ago on Google
    Great place to hangout by the river side. We usually meetup for drinks and they play great musics. Some time in the afternoon is all where you get the good deals on beers. Happy hours are rocking.

  • 5/5 Suffian S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and awesome food.. Friendly staff as well

  • 5/5 Rizal R. 3 years ago on Google
    Good kebabs and drinks.

  • 1/5 Christian 3 years ago on Google
    staff will stand next to you to make you leave (at 10pm)

  • 5/5 Jianqin T. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice kebabs. Will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Ayaz L. 3 years ago on Google
    Busy bar.

  • 3/5 Sachin M. 2 years ago on Google
    Good place to drink and chill.

  • 5/5 Kent L. 2 years ago on Google
    Bq is always great, friendly ppl nice setting at the river. One of my fav places in Singapore

  • 5/5 Logan D. 1 year ago on Google
    Spent a great Friday afternoon here with friends enjoying a few pints of Guinness and watching the world pass by near the water. Good vibe, good service, good drinks. Will drop by again next time I'm in town!

  • 4/5 SYH S. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a very good place for gathering and casual business meet up. Except they are very very in need of manpower. Service staffs are very nice and friendly though.

  • 1/5 Erwin V. 1 year ago on Google
    Waitress serving was extremely rude and unhelpful. Would not recommend

  • 5/5 Wei Loh T. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely night on the riverside, attentive service and delicious food. Surprisingly busy for a Tuesday, clearly a well regarded spot. Background music was a bit on and off, as in it kept stopping and starting - staff explained the situation though, no cables across from building and relying on wi-fi. Minor niggle, we were all chatting anyway so barely noticed.

  • 3/5 Simon C. 1 year ago on Google
    Very expensive beer, even by Singapore standards. Plenty of room to watch the game.

  • 1/5 Aloysius C. 1 year ago on Google
    Kebah are nice but they can do better with their service. They seem more interested with serving the non locals.

  • 1/5 Avi G. 1 year ago on Google
    Waste of money. The food is terrible and really not upto the mark. There are many places around the place as alternative. Better choose something else.

  • 3/5 Paul Ryan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beers can’t go wrong especially the stubbies. If possible, do not use the stubbie cooler sleeves as they stink and the smell will stick onto your fingers. Pizza was okay, skewers platter - no comment.

  • 5/5 Sameer D. 1 year ago on Google
    I had an incredible service by a young brown girl and she was very welcoming and friendly and I would love to come back for the great drinks and the food

  • 4/5 Daniel S. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the naan Hawaiian pizza. Was tasty and the sauce had a slight bit of heat to it. Great spot to grab a little food and drink after work.

  • 5/5 Ignatius 1 year ago on Google
    Super impressed with the staff and especially the manager Peter who is very service-oriented and knowledgeable. Caters to my needs and very accommodating. 2 thumbs up!!

  • 5/5 Zoe T. 11 months ago on Google
    We were very well taken care of here. Got the full local experience.

  • 4/5 Roshan P. 9 months ago on Google
    A classic Boat Quay experience. A bit busy so hard to place orders at peak times. Build an equation with your server for best results. Need some champagne options. I wanted Moët or Veuve Clicquot but they didn’t have options! I can supply you if you want, but please offer champagne.

  • 1/5 Andrea L. 8 months ago on Google
    Purchased a bottle of rum, drank 3 glasses (about 15% of the bottle). Came back and they said they threw it away. I came back after approx 30 days (policy is 30 days), not sure exactly how long. Feedback was, they threw the bottle away.. I asked them to put that in writing for me, they wouldn't do it.

  • 5/5 Rick V. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to hangout, drink and talk with friends. Good atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Xavier T. 3 years ago on Google
    My first experience at this bar was very good. the bar location is best for drink with friend and the atmosphere there is very good

  • 3/5 Oliver H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Actually nice bar, but too expensive and bad service. Nice bar, but too expensive and bad service. (Original) Eigentlich nette Bar, aber viel zu teuer und schlechter Service. Nice bar, but too expensive and bad service.

  • 5/5 rakesh s. 4 years ago on Google
    Tasty bbq

  • 5/5 K F. 4 years ago on Google
    Good bar!

  • 4/5 christopher j. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 3/5 R P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Didn't convince us so much. Waiters are a little strange (Original) Hat uns nicht so überzeugt. Kellner sind etwas seltsam

  • 1/5 Mikko Ville V. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice view, good choice of beer. Unfortunately extremely expensive, and the prices were not clearly indicated. Two small bottles of beer 30 dollars.. Also the young lady who waited on us did almost no talking at all, she clearly was not interested in the customers. When we wanted to pay with a credit card, she just took the card, left and then started to serve other people - the card somewhere for a long time. That's NOT what you are supposed to do.

  • 4/5 Brandon W. 4 years ago on Google
    A casual drinking place by the waters at affordable prices. Great place for catching up with colleagues.

  • 4/5 Darren R. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice bar

  • 5/5 Ryo A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice view, great for spending the evening

  • 5/5 Жанна �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Expensive, but Singapore sling is still half the price than the Ruffles)) Tasty. Sitting here on the promenade in the evening is a pleasure)) (Original) Дорого, но Сингапур слинг всё же в два раза дешевле, чем в Раффлз)) Вкусно. Сидеть вечером здесь на набережной - сплошное удовольствие))

  • 3/5 Saumya B. 3 years ago on Google
    ALCOHOL ALCOHOL>> SPORTS SPORTS>>It is a very frequently visited bar, good deals, service is nice, usually always showing sports be it soccer or cricket. Enjoy your team. They have good deals at times!

  • 4/5 Michael d. 5 years ago on Google
    Great music outside before 10 PM on Wednesdays. Good food to compliment the drinks. Check it out!

  • 5/5 Rakshita Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Best place to have drinks with friends or hangout during sports matches.

  • 3/5 Katherine 4 years ago on Google
    Place is nice with front view of marina bay, but the cocktails they making isn't not good.

  • 4/5 Bharanidharan G. 5 years ago on Google
    Pretty good food. The quality is good for two people. Nice atmosphere and views. We did not drink liquor on the day we visited. Service is a bit slow.

  • 5/5 Gursheel D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and affordable drinks! I enjoyed my mojitos and the boys had their beers! Thanks guys and we'll see you again on Sunday!

  • 4/5 Dave R. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice kebabs, pretty average service. Sat outside and the servers were more interested in chatting than serving. Will be back but only because the kebabs are so good.

  • 5/5 Myles K. 4 years ago on Google
    Super bar along Boat Quay. Great offers for happy hour. Great attentive staff.

  • 5/5 christopher r. 4 years ago on Google
    Great afterwork place to chill or even go crazzy as friends party...attentive and polite staff

  • 4/5 Rakshita Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Had some great times everytime I went there. Great staff. Good food. ❤💯🔥

  • 4/5 Xini W. 5 years ago on Google
    Wonderful singer on Wednesday evening, engaging and entertaining. Amazing voice (sorry not much to say about the bar itself)

  • 5/5 Alexander G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice staff and great liveband on Wednesday evenings. Amazing singer and cool drummer! 👍

  • 4/5 Carl 3 years ago on Google
    Place is nice... You can be outside by the river and sip some beers. Price is ok. And their naan pizza is good. A good place to go after work. Why not 5*, I do believe for the waiters are bored of managing drunk people... Unfortunately it doesn't make them really kind/smiley. Anyway, good place to go

  • 5/5 Amelia M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great location especially to bring people visiting Singapore. Naan pizzas are the best!

  • 5/5 Iannie 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to chill and hang out with friends..they served the best kebabs!

  • 5/5 Kartini M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice view of the Singapore River... Good place to have drinks.

  • 3/5 Zoe 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The view was good, but it was expensive and took too long to come out. (Original) 전망은좋았는데 비싸고 나오는데 너무오래걸렸다

  • 4/5 Sanil S. 5 years ago on Google
    The waiteron Yiling was so pleasant and helpful. She is an asset to the establishment. Nice pleasant lication and good vibe

  • 5/5 Saravanan r. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice bar to chill out and friendly staffs

  • 5/5 Andrew 5 years ago on Google
    Go for the location and a bar by the river. Food is good for the price and location, but so many good locations for food. If you want for with your drinks or is a good place

  • 4/5 Marina G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice!

  • 5/5 Wei Z. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The scenery is good, opposite the musical fountain show, the wine is not expensive (Original) 景色不错,对面就是音乐喷泉表演,酒也不贵

  • 3/5 ストリートタイガー 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The view from the terrace is good. Guinness There is a black life. (Original) テラスからの眺めが良い。Guinness黒生があります。

  • 5/5 jake b. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best bars to hangout with attentive staff

  • 4/5 YH C. 5 years ago on Google
    Located along boat quay. Decent place for a drink. Food is rather average

  • 5/5 H E. 5 years ago on Google
    Favourite place to start the night

  • 5/5 Jason G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great bar for beers and food... and the manager is really great at looking after you, and your friends.

  • 5/5 Ralf T. K. 4 years ago on Google
    Good cocktails, very nice bar music, interesting audience.

  • 1/5 R F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Do not drink a cocktail. Nice view. (Original) Bloss kein Cocktail trinken. Aussicht schön.

  • 4/5 Yatin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Good views and food is ok. Booze is a bit steep

  • 4/5 Brenda B. 4 years ago on Google
    Fun music

  • 5/5 Jeff T. 6 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Wonderful service and super friendly service staff, great ambience whether it’s for lunch or dinner or just casual drinks, highly recommended!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eswaran r. 8 months ago on Google • 1 review
    I’ve drank at bq bar several times and have never been disappointed – it’s truly a must-visit destination for any good drinks and service. Love the two girls that work that day, they were both memorable and enjoyable company as well as providing with great service(Jen, Simran). Thank you to all that work that day!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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