Singapore’s Acclaimed Burnt Ends Returns to MGM

MGM continues to strengthen Macau’s position as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy with the latest installment of its acclaimed “Gastronomic Journey with Star Chefs” series, welcoming back culinary master Chef Dave Pynt, chef‑owner and founder of Singapore’s award‑winning wood‑fire grill restaurant Burnt Ends. From April 23 to 25, Chef Pynt will return to Macau for his second guest‑chef takeover, presenting an exclusive three‑day epicurean experience at Grill 58 of MGM COTAI. Showcasing refined Australian‑style barbecue, this limited‑time pop‑up offers an exceptional dining journey shaped by Pynt’s signature open‑fire and wood‑smoking techniques, delivering bold and unforgettable flavors.

Founded in 2013 by chef‑owner Dave Pynt, Burnt Ends is a modern Australian barbecue restaurant centered on a focused approach to wood‑fire cooking, using apple or almond wood as the kitchen’s primary fuel. Operating without gas or electric cooking, the kitchen relies on live fire and precise heat control to allow the natural qualities of ingredients to take center stage.

Grill 58, MGM COTAI is helmed by Chef Basil Yu who brings more than two decades of culinary expertise to the restaurant. The dining destination unites three culinary expressions: premium meats and seafood, the elemental magic of woodfire grilling, and the artistry of teppanyaki. Equipped with Spanish‑made enclosed charcoal ovens and height‑adjustable grills, Grill 58 imparts layered depth and an elegant smokiness to its dishes. For this guest‑chef event, the Grill 58 culinary team has specially prepared over 800 kilograms of apple wood, working in tandem with the restaurant’s robust open‑fire facilities for Burnt Ends team to recreate its signature wood‑fire flavors in Macau. With closely aligned culinary philosophies and positioning, both parties share an uncompromising commitment to quality and craftsmanship, making this collaboration a continuation of their mutual dedication to the art of wood‑fire cooking.

Having honed his craft across Europe and Asia, Pynt’s pursuit of excellence has earned Burnt Ends widespread recognition. Widely regarded as one of Singapore’s most sought‑after and difficult‑to‑book restaurants, Burnt Ends ranked 93rd on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list and 59th on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026. That same year, it also placed 9th place on The World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants, earning the distinction of the highest‑ranked restaurant in Asia and further affirming its leadership in contemporary wood‑fire cuisine. In addition, Burnt Ends has been awarded a Michelin one‑star for eight consecutive years since 2018, and continues to receive high praise from food critics worldwide.

Renowned for his precise techniques that bring out the natural flavors of premium ingredients, Pynt will present a selection of signature dishes from Burnt Ends, including the Smoked Quail Egg and Caviar, Blackmore's Striploin and King Crab and Garlic Brown Butter. The 8-course lunch menu and the 11-course dinner menu are priced at MOP 888* and MOP 1,688* per person respectively, with optional wine pairings available at MOP 850* to elevate the overall dining experience. For inquiries and reservations, please contact (853) 8806 2318 or visit www.mgm.mo.

*All prices are in MOP and subject to 10% service charge.

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About MGM

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in Greater China. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai. 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. The POLY MGM MUSEUM spanning almost 2,000 square meters, is constructed in accordance with Chinese national standards for the exhibition of Grade-One cultural relics. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities also include conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, MGM COTAI offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings, food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience.  MGM has joined hands with renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou to set up the “Macau 2049” residency in MGM Theater. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

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