Decker Barbecue (Robertson Quay)

Decker Barbecue (Robertson Quay) is a casual American barbecue restaurant at The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay, near the Singapore River. It follows the Central Texas style: simple seasoning, then many hours of slow cooking in wood smoke.

This is the original Decker. It opened here in 2015 and ran from this one site for more than ten years. PS.Gourmet Group, the company behind PS.Cafe, took over the brand in 2025. A second, larger outlet opened in August 2026 at the Old Bukit Timah Fire Station.

What to order

The smoked meats are the main event. You can order them one kind at a time, so it is easy to try a little of several. Wagyu brisket is the classic Texas choice. Other meats include pulled pork, pork spare ribs, wagyu burnt ends, pork belly burnt ends, smoked chicken, fried chicken and beef, pork or lamb sausages.

Sides follow the Southern American tradition. Choose from mac and cheese, brisket baked beans, cornbread, coleslaw, potato salad, kale salad, fries and brisket dirty rice.

For a group, the sharing platters are the easiest order. You pick a set number of meats and sides. One platter also comes with tortillas, guacamole, salsa and pico de gallo. The largest platter feeds a big table and adds desserts.

Lighter choices include sandwiches with your pick of meat, a kale salad topped with pulled pork or smoked chicken, and a rice bowl built on brisket dirty rice. Starters include buffalo wings, nachos and buffalo cauliflower. For dessert, look for banana pudding, apple cobbler or Nutella bread pudding.

The bar pours American spirits, cocktails and beer on tap.

The setting

This is a relaxed, no-frills place. Seating is outdoors along the walkway at The Quayside, with simple wooden furniture. Expect warm, humid evenings rather than air-conditioning. Smoke from the kitchen can drift across the tables, so dress casually.

Good to know before you go

• Booking: book a table online through the Decker Barbecue website.
• Payment: the menu says the restaurant does not accept cash, so bring a card.
• Takeaway: takeaway is available. The restaurant asks for pre-orders at least a day ahead, and same-day orders depend on what is left.
• Dietary needs: vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are marked on the menu. Tell staff when you order.
• Catering: the team also caters for parties and events.

Nearby

Robertson Quay sits on the upper stretch of the Singapore River. The riverside path leads down to Clarke Quay, and our Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay guides have more ideas for the area.

For a more formal dinner, Restaurant JAG is also on Robertson Quay. Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse is close by on Mohamed Sultan Road. You can also browse more steakhouses and grills, our burgers, Mexican and more list, or all restaurants in Orchard and River Valley.