Amoy Street has always been a go-to for foodies and cocktail fans, but it's gotten even more exciting in recent months, with several new bars and restaurants opening up. And it doesn't just stop there, there are more new neighbors to come in the coming weeks. Here's the lowdown.

Affordable burgers, Argentinian fare and more

After the opening of Maggie Joan's late last year, bottle shop and cafe Gemmills early this year and Cheek by Jowl more recently, the big opening on Amoy in recent weeks has been the burger joint called, well, Burger Joint, which has its original branch at Le Parker Meridien in New York. Don't let that fool you, though. Things are resolutely no-frills around here. There are exactly four burgers on the menu, and the most expensive one is $15.80, and there's the obligatory craft beer selection, except here it is a very respectable 18 options on tap. Combined with the also-new Freehouse (more below) on nearby Boon Tat Street, this might make the Amoy hood one of the best places in town to get craft beer.

Not exciting enough? Word just got out that the Spa Esprit Group's resturants Ding Dong on Ann Siang Road, which does Southeast Asian plates, and Argentinian restaurant Bochinche on Martin Road are both moving to adjacent shophouses on Amoy Street, too. Last year, Bochinche launched a new, slightly less upscale concept, and the move to a much smaller space will no doubt further the smart-casual appeal.

Cocktails and craft beers galore

Not that Singapore needs yet another cocktail bar, but we're nevertheless waiting with bated breath for the opening of the West Village's beloved cocktail bar Employees Only, part of Amoy Street's NYC invasion. It promises the usual Prohibition era vibe and Art Deco look and feel, but you'll feel especially like Don Draper in the pilot episode of Mad Men when you're served by white-jacketed staff. While you wait for Employees Only to open, head on over to the surfer-chill craft beer bar that's already open on Boon Tat Street, squeezed between Cheek by Jowl and Sum Yi Tai. Freehouse is a super casual spot serving 18 microbrews on tap and interesting snacks like cereal frog legs and bacon tempura. If you're in a big group, head up to the semi-alfresco attic space, which is particularly cute and cozy.