Macau's Finest Yum Cha: Savoring Handmade Dim Sum and Lingnan Delicacies at MGM
MGM MACAUMGM COTAIJun 23, 2026
A pot of fine tea, a few delicate parcels of dim sum. Yum Cha has always been about more than flavor—it's a rhythm woven into daily life, a way of coming together. And precisely because of this, truly refined yum cha can't be judged by taste alone. The chef's craft, the care taken with tableware and presentation, the atmosphere of the room itself, each is essential to the experience as a whole. In Macau, two Cantonese restaurants at MGM MACAU and MGM COTAI are redefining what the finest Yum Cha in Macau can be, each in a style entirely its own.
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Imperial Court at MGM MACAU
At the helm of Imperial Court is Homan Tsui, Executive Chef of MGM MACAU, who has spent more than two decades mastering handmade Lingnan cuisine. He lives by the principle of eating with the seasons, honoring the character of each ingredient before reimagining it with a contemporary hand.
That devotion has secured Imperial Court's standing among the world's finest Cantonese kitchens. A series of international accolades—including a One Diamond rating in the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide and Five Stars from the Forbes Travel Guide—lends MGM MACAU's culinary portfolio a distinctive luster.
Here, the handmade dim sum strikes a fine balance between beauty and texture—every bite a testament to the chef's craft.
Baked barbecued pork bun
Steamed pork dumplings with fish maw
Crispy Butterfly puff with mango lava
Don't miss the signature crispy chicken skin with shrimp mousse and salted fish flakes. This masterpiece, which claimed the "Dish of the Year" honor in the 2025 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, offers crackling skin, tender flesh and a lingering savory fragrance—reason enough for countless diners to make the trip to MGM MACAU.
The space is designed around the motif of the dragon—grand in spirit, echoing the artistry of the tableware and plating below, and reflecting MGM's enduring approach of bringing art into the dining experience.
Beneath the Canopy, the Gentle Soul of Cantonese Flavor
Chún at MGM COTAI
Chún at MGM COTAI carries a refined, understated grace all its own.
Inspired by the form of the crane, Chún blends classical elements with modern style. The space is open and expansive, with natural light pouring in through a glass canopy that makes the whole atmosphere feel bright and at ease.
The kitchen is led by veteran culinary master Chef Tam Yim Chan, Executive Chef – Chinese of MGM COTAI. A believer in eating in harmony with the seasons, he combines the wisdom of the solar terms with modern technique to present the Cantonese tradition.
Glance upward mid-meal and the glass canopy and LED screen presentation unfold above you, adding a visual dimension to the experience and elevating the occasion as a whole.
From dim sum to seafood, every dish reveals a meticulous command of sourcing and the flame.
The seasonal dishes and seafood, presented in step with the solar calendar, marry the restorative philosophy of Cantonese cuisine with that signature note of “wok hei”—long a favorite among those in the know.
Steamed shrimp dumplings
Steamed vegetables dumplings with blaze mushroom, yellow fungus and baby corn
Steamed Nanxiang pork dumplings
Yum Cha in Macau has become an attitude towards living. The next time you long for a relaxed, refined dining experience, gather your closest company at MGM—and savor the craft and flavor of Cantonese cuisine.
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