Located near the southernmost tip of Sentosa, Tanjong Beach is one of the quieter beaches on the island, compared to Palawan and Siloso, which are always buzzing with life. On a good day, you might even be able to catch a glimpse of the unending horizon without a single oil tanker in the distance.
The beach is also famously home to Tanjong Beach Club, one of The Lo & Behold Group’s most successful concepts to date. Occupying the first curved stretch of sand – Tanjong Beach is shaped like a numeral three from above – the club is popular with beachgoers seeking some privacy and exclusivity. Just last year, it went through its first major renovation since opening in 2010, and here’s what you can look forward to.
First up – a completely refreshed design and aesthetic. Gone are the white-and-blue-striped umbrellas and navy blue day beds. Expect vibrant terracotta hues and bright yellows in the new space, reminiscent of the summery landscapes of Miami and Palm Springs. The infinity pool remains the centerpiece of the club, now adorned with pretty sage and white checkerboard tiles.
And in a dedicated space near the entrance, you’ll find the updated beach shop, curated by Kaia Nelk of local furniture shop Studio Yono. Browse beach and homeware essentials by local and international brands, from Greek swimwear label Kiohne, to bottle bags from Singaporean textile studio Tanchen, and cool shirts and accessories from the Bali-based Haik Mosi Mosi.
The restaurant also sees an upgrade, with sky-high ceilings and a newly commissioned mural Seed & Shore by local artist Aeropalmics that stretches across the dining room wall. Previously enclosed with the AC blasting at full speed, the dining hall now sports a breezy, semi-alfresco vibe that blends seamlessly with the outdoors. There are also added dining areas along the beach.
In the food department, popular items like the Tanjong Burger ($32) and calamari ($24) remain on the menu, but there is a marked shift to coastal woodfire cuisine. Headed by Chef Mong Zhen Yew (previously from Osteria Mozza and Spago), the kitchen uses a special Mibrasa grill and a blend of ironbark, binchotan, and applewood to cook up smoky, yet elegant and subtly-charred dishes. We enjoy the grilled seasonal oysters (from $27 for three); wood-fired half chicken ($36); and dry-aged barramundi ($36) the most.
Quench your thirst with the expanded beverage menu, which retains crowd-favourite cocktails like the Tanjong Coast, Tropical Spritz, and Watermelon Cooler – all available in sharing jug formats ($85) that serve up to four. Not a fan of those? There are eight other tipples on the menu, plus a whole lineup of wines, spirits, beers, shooters, and a wide zero-proof selection.
Those looking to host events can do so at the new VIP lounge located next to the bar, fitted with yellow upholstery. Here’s where live DJ sets will be spinning on Fridays and through the weekend.
Find out more about the revamped Tanjong Beach Club here.
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