Loof

ABOUT

Singapore’s quintessential local rooftop bar, Loof, opened its doors to happy revellers back in 200 ...More

Singapore’s quintessential local rooftop bar, Loof, opened its doors to happy revellers back in 2005. Named in playful reference to the idiosyncrasies of local speech and culture, ‘loof’ is a play on the way Singaporeans pronounce ‘roof’. Awarded as Singapore's best rooftop bar, Loof serves up quality whimsy, fresh nostalgia and unbridled playfulness in an urban garden atop Odeon Towers in downtown CBD.

A fervent supporter of the local creative community, Loof is often home to a series of collaborations with budding artists. A larger than life neon installation “风和日丽” (a Chinese proverb used to describe a beautiful day) by Singaporean artist, Dawn Ng, adorns the ‘looftop’. The Mamashop, a modern-day take on the classic mom and pop shop, features a selection of nostalgic gems and locally-inspired knick-knacks to round up the distinctive Singaporean experience.

Enjoy carefully crafted Southeast Asian inspired cocktails that are familiar yet unique. Cocktails in the limelight include Kaya Lumpur, a refreshing concoction of pineapple rum, kaya, citrus, soda, house bitters and fresh Thai basil influenced by traditional kaya toast sets prevalent in coffee shops. Another must-try cocktail is the Kopi Cat, This cocktail is an alcoholic spin on the Singaporean coffee staple and packs an extra punch with overproof rum, orange liqueur, mocha, salted caramel foam. To round up the drinks, Loof has a wide variety of Asian spirits, from Japanese whiskies and sake to Chalong Bay White Rum.

The cuisine, aptly coined ‘Dude-Sin’ (Dude-Singaporean), is a modern Singaporean riff on typical bar grub done in a style that is anything but ‘atas’. Divided into four categories: chip chip, sticks and balls, and buns, the menu features bar snacks full of local flavour from every Singaporean’s favourite Chilli Crab Dip to our bold take on the notorious Ramly Burger.

After all this time, Loof continues to offer the best view of the Raffles Hotel and her surrounding area, and remains one of the hippest and funkiest places to meet old friends and make new ones. There’s a palpable energy that permeates the bar, and sitting there, amidst the skyscraper, urban gardens, and buzzing crowd of locals, expatriates and tourists, you can’t help but be swept up in that pulse of the city night. (Sep 2018)

THE BUZZ

“A culinary stroke of genius… with yummy drinks” –The Business Times "A must-go on the Singapore night-out circuit, rooftop bar Loof is perched at the top of Odeon Towers and is reliably packed with expat and local pretty young things come nightfall. It’s the perfect place to get a breath of ...More

“A culinary stroke of genius… with yummy drinks” –The Business Times

"A must-go on the Singapore night-out circuit, rooftop bar Loof is perched at the top of Odeon Towers and is reliably packed with expat and local pretty young things come nightfall. It’s the perfect place to get a breath of fresh air and the night view is amazing. Raffles Hotel is just opposite and it’s surrounded by lit-up skyscrapers." –CNN GO 



"Fresh air meets potent drinks at the city's largest rooftop bar. Since it opened in 2005, a steady stream of creative and financial types have flocked here after work for delicious cocktails and the hip, outdoorsy vibe." –SG Magazine

DRINKS & DISHES WE LOVE

B.C.M. Grilled Cheese, The Pork Chopper, Bacon Lollipop, Chilli Crab Fries, California Crackers, Loof Bubble Tea, Singapore Sour, Kaya Lumpur, Uncle Tee-Kee

HAPPY HOUR

Beat The Clock: Happy Hour (5 to 8pm)
Drinks for $6++ before 6pm
Drinks for $7++ before 7pm
Drinks for $8++ before 8pm
*Drinks include house pour spirits and house wines only

Draft beers for $10++