Tucked within the verdant canopy of Fort Canning Park, the newly reimagined Canning Bar and Lounge at METT Singapore is redefining what a hotel lobby bar can be—offering a seamless blend of daytime calm, evening sophistication, and culinary ambition just steps from Orchard Road. Opening daily from breakfast through late-night social hours, the venue combines story-driven cocktails, a Michelin-starred chef’s all-day menu, and lush indoor-outdoor design to create a destination that feels less like a hotel lobby and more like a secluded urban retreat.
A Design That Shifts With the Light
By day, Canning Bar and Lounge bathes in soft natural light, framed by leafy greenery—an ideal spot for coffee meetings that easily stretch into lunch. As evening falls, the mood transforms: lights dim to a warm amber glow, the soundtrack deepens, and the interiors—awash in velvety green tones, botanical motifs, and warm wood textures—echo the surrounding parkland. The space is anchored by a striking marble bar that serves as both the physical and social heart of the room.
That bar also houses the venue’s cocktail program, a thoughtfully curated lineup that draws inspiration from Singapore’s multicultural energy and the botanical richness of Fort Canning. Each drink tells a story, blending local ingredients with international technique.
Michelin-Starred Dining From Morning to Night
The food program is overseen by Michelin-starred chef Daniele Sperindio, whose all-day menu moves effortlessly from elevated bar snacks to indulgent plates. During Social Hour (Sunday through Thursday, 5–7 p.m.), the vibe is particularly lively: cocktails from $15++ and house pours from $12++ pair with bites like Cantábrico anchovies on crackers, ploughman’s sliders, and golden battered sea bass.
Weekends call for a slower pace. The Hilltop Afternoon Tea is a nostalgic, detail-driven experience that begins with a warming mulligatawny consommé before rolling into a parade of savories, warm scones, and polished sweets—including sticky date choux buns and a decadent chocolate mint finale.
Even mornings get careful treatment. Breakfast spans farmhouse eggs, Amalfi-style soufflé pancakes, and Asian-leaning dishes such as century egg congee and a rich laksa with tagliolini. For those with time to spare, the Canning Breakfast Bar offers a generous spread designed for drawn-out, greenery-filled starts to the day.
A Reset in the Heart of the City
Positioned just minutes from Orchard Road yet wrapped in the calm of Fort Canning, Canning Bar and Lounge offers a rare reset—a reminder that in a fast-paced city like Singapore, there’s still space for slower, softer, more considered experiences. Whether you’re stopping in for a morning coffee, an afternoon tea, or an evening cocktail, the venue invites you to linger.
Practical takeaways:
- Location: METT Singapore, Fort Canning Park
- Social Hour: Sun–Thu, 5–7 p.m. (cocktails from $15++, house pours from $12++)
- Hilltop Afternoon Tea: Weekends; book in advance
- Breakfast: Daily à la carte and Canning Breakfast Bar spread
For reservations and more information, visit METT Singapore’s website.
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