A Panamericana Epicurean Adventure
Bringing an authentic taste of the Americas to Singapore
Encompassing dramatic landscapes and breath-taking views across 50,000km of open road connecting North, Central and South America, traversing the legendary Pan-american Highway is one of the greatest adventures in the world. Drawing from the rich diversity of cultures and cuisines found along this vast stretch of road, Panamericana is a bold bar-grill destination located at the scenic Sentosa Golf Club.
The 6,000 square feet eating and drinking destination sits on a prime spot within the club, set against the panoramic backdrop of the Singapore Straits. The interiors exude the confident warmth of a welcoming home through its bright, open space and rustic “colonial chic” vibes accentuated with Georgian tiles, chevron furnishing and clean silhouettes. The breezy 100-seat terrace overlooking the lush golf course is the ideal location for stunning sundowners. The focal point of the kitchen is a brick-encased asador, a traditional pit where whole meats are grilled in plain view. Plush sofa seats in the lounge and the marble horseshoe bar are the perfect places to enjoy cocktails and light bites.
Executive Chef Mathew Woon delivers a focused menu of small and big plates celebrating the diverse cuisine and produce of the Americas, setting the stage to showcase the grill’s “farm-tofire” philosophy in spades. Start your meal with a variety of small plates and salads to share. Sink your teeth into beetroot-cured Kingfish lathered with almond cream and dotted with bursts of pickled grapes and mint. The Peruvian Ceviche is a bright bite of fresh snapper and paw paw marinated in citrus, coconut milk, chilli and coriander. Belize is a flavourful warm salad of charred snap peas that’s smoked, spiced and finished with silky shavings of queso fresco.
With the asador at the heart of the space and the concept, big plates are where Panamericana truly shines. Succulent whole fish and meats and large format cuts are grilled, roasted, charred or barbecued, imparting an inimitable flame-licked flavour. Trout is baked in a salt crust then cracked open to reveal tender, flavourful pink flesh, teased with a tangy tomatillo salsa verde. The rosemary and thyme-rubbed Lamb and whole Colombian Chicken with chilli glaze are cooked low and slow on the asador to bring out smoky, intense flavours and a zealous char; best enjoyed with a selection of house-made sauces like chimichurri, charred herb salsa, and a sumac, fennel, cumin and citrus yogurt.
Panamericana’s list of signature cocktails and well-loved classic cocktails are inspired by the drinking cultures found up and down the Pan-american Highway. The iconic American 50:50 Martini makes a timeless plea for equal parts Tanqueray No. Ten gin and house vermouth, sealed with a dash of orange bitters. The house White Wine Sangria is a summerfriendly concoction of pisco, sauvignon blanc, Cointreau and an array of tropical fruits. Slip into cheeky daydreams of Caribbean beaches while sipping the Champagne and Absinthe Colada, a tropical blend of Appleton rum, coconut and pineapple juice, perked up with absinthe and a splash of bubbly.
Inebriation comes easy with a selection of fuss-free, freshly-squeezed Booze and Juice and large-format “Explosion Serves” the ultimate party drink for any day of the week. As an extension of the bar’s relaxed and fun service, the wine programme is highlighted by their unique “Porron Serves”, where guests are encouraged to consume wine straight from the spout. For a nibble to go with your tipple, the kitchen serves up street food-inspired bar snacks such as confit mackerel Tostada stacked with vibrant layers of coriander, avocado and lime mustard; Beef Tartare mixed with olive crisps, horseradish and cornichons; and a daily rotation of classic Empanadas.
Panamericana is open to the public every Wednesday to Friday from 12.00pm to 11.00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9.00am to 11.00pm. For reservations, please email info@ panamericana.sg or call +65 6253 8182.