Hard Rock Cafe Singapore

Hard Rock Cafe Singapore is the local branch of the American restaurant chain known for rock music, burgers and music memorabilia. It fills two floors of HPL House on Cuscaden Road, near the start of Orchard Road. The Singapore cafe dates back to 6 February 1990.

Inside, you will find a restaurant, a full bar, a stage for live bands and a Rock Shop. The shop sells the brand's T-shirts, hats, pins and other collectibles.

What to order

The menu sticks to American classics. The Original Legendary Burger is the house signature: a steak burger with smoked bacon, cheddar and an onion ring. Smashed burgers come with two thin patties, and some burgers can be made with a plant-based Impossible patty instead. Baby back ribs with the house barbecue sauce are the other big draw.

Starters suit a group. Choose from classic nachos, loaded potato skins, slow-roasted wings with a choice of sauces, and crispy chicken tenders. Larger plates include a bone-in ribeye, New York strip steak, fajitas, grilled salmon and fish and chips. Desserts are diner favourites, such as a hot fudge brownie, mud pie and milkshakes.

There is a local touch too. A Singapore chilli crab dip comes with Chinese buns or tortilla chips. A short wok section offers nasi goreng and seafood char kway teow, the fried flat noodles found at hawker stalls. A separate gluten-free menu is available. The cocktail list includes a Singapore Sling and zero-proof drinks, and you can pay extra to keep a branded collectible glass.

The setting

Music memorabilia from famous artists is on show around the two-level space. The mood is loud and casual, the way most guests expect from the brand. Live bands and open-mic nights fill the weekly calendar, and the current line-up is on the events page of the Hard Rock Cafe Singapore website. If you want a quieter meal, check the calendar first and pick a night without a show.

Good to know before you go

• Booking: reserve online or by phone. Live music nights tend to be the busiest.
• Parking: the cafe says parking is available on site.
• Groups and events: the venue hosts private events, from office parties to team gatherings, and has a separate events line.
• Allergies: staff hold allergy information for every dish, so ask when you order.
• Takeaway: delivery and self pick-up can be ordered online.

Nearby

Cuscaden Road sits at the Tanglin end of Orchard Road, so it pairs well with a day of shopping. Hotels close by include The Singapore EDITION and Artyzen Singapore. For Korean food in the same part of town, try Seoul Restaurant. Our Orchard Road guide covers the wider area. You can also browse more burgers, Mexican and more or other restaurants in Dempsey, Tanglin and Holland.