The spectacular fireworks during the National Day parade is something many of us look forward to each year. Set against the city skyline, it’s an explosion of colour and light that needs to be seen and felt in person for the best experience.
The parade will be held at the Padang this year, but the Marina Bay area will continue to be a hotspot for celebrations. Bring the whole tribe, and take in the views from these locations while enjoying a drink or a meal.
Braci
One-Michelin-starred Braci has front-row views of the fireworks, thanks to its location on the top two floors of a heritage Boat Quay shophouse. Enjoy the sights while dining on progressive Italian cuisine and classic cocktails by chef-restaurateur Beppe De Vito and chef de cuisine Matteo Ponti. The restaurant will offer a five-course degustation dinner ($208) and two locally-inspired aperitives.
Braci is at 52 Boat Quay, Level 5/6, Singapore 049841.
Kinki Restaurant + Bar
Kinki Restaurant + Bar sets the scene for National Day revelry, starting with Japanese comfort food with a twist at its Bottomless Brunch ($68++, 12pm to 3pm) at Kinki Restaurant on level 2. During the evening from 5pm to 12am, party at the Rooftop Bar upstairs with the one-day-only National Day Rooftop Package ($588++ per table for six). It includes a 700ml bottle of Roku Gin, a choice between Haku Vodka or Chita Whiskey; and a sharing platter of Chicken Karaage, Ebi Fries, and Cassava Nachos.
Kinki Restaurant + Bar is located at 70, #02-02 Collyer Quay, Customs House, Singapore 049323.
Lantern
Lantern, located at the former historic Clifford Pier, is a stylish rooftop bar offering panoramic views of Marina Bay waterfront and the city skyline – which is why it’s another ideal spot to enjoy the fireworks. The table package ($1,200) for up to six persons on Aug 9 includes three bottles of Veuve Clicquot, one house spirit, and a National Day Sharing Platter. Cover charge for the unsheltered standing area is $118 per person with two glasses of Champagne, wine or house-pour spirits.
Lantern is located at The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326.
Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
On Aug 9, Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar (located on level 57 at Marina Bay Sands) will offer National Day specials that will include a whole chilli crab served alongside crispy mantou, fiery chillies, ginger, garlic, ketchup, and fermented soybeans ($69++); and a gelato sandwich with either strawberry or vanilla gelato sandwiched between two red velvet burger buns ($19++).
Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar is located at Hotel Tower 1, Level 57, Sands Skypark, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
LeVeL33
From 5pm to 9pm on National Day, enjoy unlimited house wines and proseccos; craft beers such as Wheat Beer to Blond Lager; canapes like Wagyu Rendang Sliders and Beer Brined Charcoal Grilled Soy Chicken Wings; and beer-infused Ice Cream Sandwiches with locally inspired flavours such as Milo.
Then toast to Singapore’s 58th birthday with the iconic Singapore Sling, a fitting classic cocktail that combines Brass Lion Singapore Dry Gin, herbal liqueur and cherry brandy with pineapple and lime juice. For a unique twist, guests will have the option of having LeVeL33’s Blond Lager foam on top of the drink. Tickets are priced at $268++ per person for guests aged 18 and above.
LeVeL33 is located at 8 Marina Blvd, #33-01 Tower 1, Singapore 018981.
Tablescape Restaurant & Bar
At Grand Park City Hall, Tablescape Restaurant & Bar’s National Day Set Menu ($58++) includes dishes like the Seafood Medley where diners can delight in poached half shell scallops, crispy breaded Canadian oysters, and tiger prawns; the Cereal Crusted Cod Fish where deep fried cod fish is marinated with Chinese wine; and the Durian Coconut Bliss, a dish that is created with Mao Shan Wang durian mousse and housemade coconut sorbet. Also, try the Botanical Blue Blossom ($15.80++) with lemongrass gin, blue curacao, lime juice, and fizz.
Tablescape Restaurant and Bar is located at 10 Coleman St, Level 3, Singapore 179809.
Skai
Located on the 70th floor of Swissôtel The Stamford, guests are able to enjoy an exclusive dining experience from Skai’s newly-minted executive chef Seumas Smith. He debuted his a la carte menu of contemporary grill dishes shaped by Japanese produce and techniques that is best enjoyed with the unbeatable view of Singapore’s sweeping skyline – a top choice, quite literally, to watch the National Day fireworks in style!
Skai is located at 2 Stamford Road, Level 70, Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore 178882.
The Lighthouse
Head to The Lighthouse perched atop The Fullerton Hotel Singapore and celebrate with a glass of wine, Champagne, beer or non-alcoholic drink, and snack platter ($58), or book an elegant Singapore Skyline four-course set dinner ($238) in the indoor dining room (comes with a flute of champagne and access to the rooftop bar). Menu highlights include Citrus-cured Kingfish with Oscietra Caviar; Somen Noodles in Laksa Broth; and Japanese Wagyu Beef seasoned with truffle, Noirmoutier salt, and housemade hoisin sauce. There will also be a livestream of the parade.
The Lighthouse is located at The Fullerton Hotel, 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178.
