Burnt Ends
Modern Australian BBQ restaurant with a Michelin star, specializing in wood-fired cuisine
Burnt Ends is a modern Australian barbecue restaurant at Dempsey Hill, founded by chef-owner Dave Pynt. The restaurant centres on an open kitchen with a custom four-tonne, dual-cavity oven and four elevation grills, and its official site says the team writes new menus daily around cooking with wood. The main restaurant serves lunch from Thursday to Saturday and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, with a separate Burnt Ends Cocktail Bar at the same Dempsey address. Burnt Ends has held one Michelin star since it was first awarded in 2018. Its own awards page lists a 2025 Michelin one-star entry, #93 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2025, and #59 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2026. The group also operates related brands including Burnt Ends Bakery and Burnt Ends Cellars.
Burnt Ends stands as a testament to the mastery of wood-fired cooking in Singapore's culinary landscape. Under the expert guidance of Chef David Pynt, this Michelin-starred establishment has revolutionized the concept of modern Australian barbecue. The restaurant's custom-made dual cavity ovens and elevation grills, which can reach up to 1,700 degrees Celsius, create dishes with unparalleled depth of flavor and perfectly charred exteriors while maintaining succulent interiors.
Selected for its groundbreaking approach to modern barbecue and consistently exceptional culinary execution. The restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients, innovative cooking techniques, and daily-changing menu demonstrates their dedication to culinary excellence. Their Michelin star recognition and constant evolution in menu offerings make them a standout choice for TheBestSG.
The editors' scorecard - 86/100
Custom-built wood-fired ovens and daily-changing menu offering unique dining experience
Michelin-starred service with intimate counter seating and expert staff
Located in Dempsey Hill, slightly remote but worth the journey
Premium pricing reflects Michelin-star quality but may be steep for regular dining
Innovative cooking techniques and creative daily menu compositions