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Singapore’s largest outdoor food and music festival is back! From 5 to 28 Jun 2026, GastroBeats will be oozing great food, drink, music and vibes at Bayfront Event Space from 4pm to 11pm daily.
After learning that Gastrobeats 2026 has over 40 F&B booths featuring a mix of local and international food, the foodie in me knew that I couldn’t miss out. Eager to check out their booths this year, I visited the event with my parents on its first day and rushed in the moment it opened at 4pm!
If you’re visiting GastroBeats from 5 to 7 Jun, consider arriving early. Jett Barbeque (F1) is offering 250 free smoked beef cheek burgers on a first-come, first-served basis.
While that sounds like a good deal, we weren’t keen on braving the long queues, so we decided to look for other F&B options.
We chanced upon the stall Thirsty (F26), and decided to order a Coconut Shake (S$9) and Black Sesame Coconut Shake (S$10). Under the hot, sweltering sun, the refreshing drinks were lifesavers.
Even without the addition of other toppings, the original coconut shake exceeded expectations, and I enjoyed the shake’s milky flavour.
The rim of the black sesame shake cup was decorated with peanuts. Despite the large amount of black sesame, the coconut taste remained prominent, and I felt refreshed after a few sips. The mixture also added a salty, nutty flavour to the otherwise plain shake.
But of course, we weren’t here just for drinks! We ordered a Potato Corndog (S$8) from Kwazy Korndog (F23), and it didn’t disappoint.
As it’s topped with mayonnaise and sugar, you’ll hear a satisfying crunch when you take a bite. The corndog also has a stretchy cheese pull, just like your cheesy pizza!
Hidden in the corndog is chicken sausage with a striking resemblance to my favourite IKEA hotdog sausages! However, no dish is perfect, and we agreed that there was a little too much mayonnaise on the corndog.
When walking past Neon Pigeon Izakaya (F38), we chanced upon a dish we had never heard of: Tokyo Hummus (S$14). Curious, we tried it, and it turned out to be a plate of edamame paste paired with a few biscuits.
Topped with seaweed, shrimp shells and sesame seeds, then mixed with lemon, the sauce was a burst of flavours. Looks like I discovered a new favourite of mine!
Keen for dessert, we also had a Creme Brulee Souffle (S$13.90) from Sugar Mama Lah (F33). Given the long 20+ minute wait, we expected something special, but were disappointed by the dryness of the pancake.
Despite that, we enjoyed the thin, caramelised layer of creme brulee at the top. The sweet, crisp layer melts in your tongue within seconds! Meanwhile, the custard was moist and sweet, but I would prefer it mixed into the pancake to make it less dry.
Would I recommend GastroBeats 2026? Definitely. The food leans towards the pricier side, but you’ll get to explore a range of cuisines while vibing to live music!
Furthermore, this festival is not just for foodies, but has a much wider appeal. They have pickleball courts for those who play the sport, carnival games for those with kids, and an artist lineup for music enthusiasts. If you fall into any of those categories, you should check it out!
