Smith Street Taps is a craft beer bar on Smith Street in Chinatown Food Complex, Singapore, rated 4.5 from 829 reviews. Known as a legendary spot in the Singapore beer scene, it offers a wide selection of craft beers in a laid-back hawker centre setting with food stalls nearby.
Good craft beer bars succeed on knowledge and community. Staff who genuinely know the beers build trust; regulars return because they discover something new each time, not just order the same drink. Selection matters—a range of styles and local options appeal to different tastes—but without knowledgeable guidance, choice becomes overwhelming. The hawker centre setting is distinctive: casual vibe, food stalls serving satay and other dishes, no aircon, and prices that feel accessible. This combination—serious about beer, relaxed about atmosphere—creates a space where people linger, learn and connect.
On Smith Street in Chinatown Food Complex, Smith Street Taps serves craft beer in the hawker centre.