The old-fashioned fans in the bar are alone worth a visit. It doesn't hurt that it's the most famous bar in Asia, either!

First of all a cocktail is just a cocktail. I have to say it is very good. That is to be fair. Here is why not: I had to wait at least 45-60 minutes. I had to pay at least around 30 USD for a Sling (with the cover charges). I had to accept the deduction of a hot tea... More

The long bar reminded me more of a Saloon (picture lone star restaurants) than what I pictured in my mind. The drinks are ridiculously priced, so it's not a place to settle in for the night but it is a must do when in Singapore. We had a singapore sling for $26 and moved on. The drinks were delicious, but... More

Upon sitting down were offered a menus by a young waitress that left me stunned. She was trying to sell the menu! But in such a pushy way. Please allow me 5 mins said she. Whoo young lady, we are here, we want to read the menu ourselves, and will ask should we have a query. Then a mix up... More

I can't agree with anyone who doesn't feel this is a truly special place..nuts yes..Singapore pings yes..ceiling fans yes..but it a different world and the exotic orient that we all want

Just left Raffles with a bad taste in my mouth. Figured I'd better have a world famous S'pore Sling while I'm here... probably never have the chance again. Guaranteed I'll never have one again! Over $30 for a warmish, weak, syrupy (is that a word?) little drink that was pre-made. Why not show a little pride in the history of... More

I had a look through the Long Bar but unfortnately could not get a drink as I had sandals and shorts on. Long pants ans shoes are the order of the day.

Staying at Raffles is probably prohibitive to most people as rooms are very expensive. However paying a visit to the Long Bar just has to be done - a little bit of Colonial Singapore that is very atmospheric!

Everything most of the other reviewers have said is true - overpriced tourist trap with indifferent staff and I think the throwing the peanut shells on the floor is just messy!! BUT you have to do it once just to say you have had a Singapore Sling there - and that's it.