Private Chef in Rio de Janeiro
Rent one of our 294 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Rio de Janeiro
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Rio de Janeiro in March 2017, more than 294 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Rio de Janeiro and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Rio de Janeiro.
Starting in 2017, 11,086 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Rio de Janeiro. To book your chef in Rio de Janeiro, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 3,349 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 8,679 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.73 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 11,086 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Rio de Janeiro usually book menus around 227 BRL per person, including 4.52 courses, sharing an average of 5.5 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Rio de Janeiro.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
294 Private Chefs in Rio de Janeiro
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More than 11,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.59 Chef
The guests in Rio de Janeiro have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.59.
4.72 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Rio de Janeiro received an average score of 4.72.
4.69 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.69 average score.
4.83 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Rio de Janeiro has been scored with a 4.83 on average.
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3,349 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Rio de Janeiro
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Bruscheta marinha
1 aperitivo ( surpresa, aperitivo a nome do chef , único que não se faz em outra ocasião)
Ceviche clássico
Ceviche tropical ( peixe branco, leite de tigre de coco, manga, abacate, acompanha batata doce )
Tiradito de peixe ( lâminas de peixe do dia crú, molho ponzu, tempurá de nori, abacate)
Crudo d peixe e vinagre de frutas
Algas ( tempurá de nori, tartar de peixe, cítricos e shoyu)
Carpaccio de camarão ( vinagrete d ebalsamico, cítricos, brotos)
Arroz meloso ( vermelho com vegetais e camarão )
Fetuccine al limone e camarão
Risoto á gênova ( risoto tradicional, camarão pesto )
Peixe na manteiga de ervas finas com capellini ao molho beurre blanc
Arroz cremoso com frutos do mar e vegetais
Tiramisu clasico
Tiramisú do ateliê ( café, mascarpone, frutos vermelhos )
Cheesecake ( pode elegir as caldas, morango, maracujá, caramelo salgado, maçã)
Brownie, calda de chocolate meio amargo, sorvete
Torta basca
Aperitivo ( bolinho de feijoada )
Aperitivo ( mini coxinha de pato)
Aperitivo ( surpresa, aperitivo a nome do chef , único que não se faz em outra ocasião) apenas uma unidade por pessoa
Aperitivo ( dadinhos de tapioca e geleia de pimenta)
Aperitivo ( casquinha de siri)
Bobó de camarão
Salada brasileira
Ceviche tropical ( peixe branco, leite de tigre de coco, manga, abacate, acompanha batata doce )
Bolovo
Sardinha frita, vinagrete e torradas
Peixe na folha de bananeira, cuscuz com vegetais e molho de ervas
Moqueca de peixe
Contrafilé ( purê de batata baroa, molho de toffe agredoce)
Arroz negro, camarão ,vegetais, leite de castanhas
Frango ( coxa de frango confitada, arroz meloso de coentro)
Kindim
Pudim de café
Arroz doce especial, sorvete da casa , calda de caramelo
Banana( banana ao forno caramelada com sorvete e queijo )
Romeo e julieta( versão do ateliê)
Tabua de frios (copa lombo, presunto de parma, salame, queijo gorgonzola, gouda, parmesão, uva e mel)
Cesta de pães (baguete, focaccia, multigrão)
Grissinis e pizza branca
Fondue de queijo
Mix de legumes para mergulhar
Fondue de carne, frango e linguiça
Fondue de chocolate acompanhado de frutas, croissants, torradas e marshmallow
1 aperitivo ( surpresa, aperitivo a nome do chef , único que não se faz em outra ocasião)
Crudi e frutti ( peixe do dia, maçã, purê de pera, vinagrete de frutas )
Carpaccio de camarão ( vinagrete d ebalsamico, cítricos, brotos)
Burrata ( com confit de tomates, torradas de pão artesanal, pesto, folhas)
Aranccini de cogumelos e queijo
Steak tartar ( tartar de carne levemente curada, picles , gema de ovo, chips)
Salada da horta ( mix de folhas , figo, , cenouras , beterraba , vinagrete especial )
Alcatra ( filé de alcatra , purê de batata , molho de mostarda, farofa )
Fetuccine al limone e camarão
Fetuccine all nero do sépia com camaroes ( inspiração italiana)
Arroz cremoso com frutos do mar e vegetais
Peixe ( a finas ervas e limão siciliano com nhoques de mandioca)
Il manzo ( filé ,molho de vinho e pimenta do reino, alligot de batatas, cebola caramelizada)
Tiramisú do ateliê ( café, mascarpone, frutos vermelhos )
Tiramisu clasico
Panacota de frutas vermelhas
Torta cremosa de chocolate
Torta basca
Canolli especial
Bruschettas de tomate confit com manjericão fresco, finalizadas com flor de sal e azeite extravirgem
Seleção de antepastos artesanais, pasta de berinjela, fattoush e coalhada seca, servido com crosta de pizza branca
Insalata caesar revisitada – folhas crocantes, frango grelhado, molho clássico com toque cítrico, croûtons rústicos de levain
Mini lasanha de berinjela grelhada, com molho pomodoro, queijo gratinado e basílico fresco
Arancini de ossobucco e queijo e finalizados com parmesão curado, servidos sobre coulis de tomate
Orata al sale, dourado inteiro assado na crosta de sal, servido com legumes orgânicos à provençal e azeite infusionado com ervas
Pappardelle artesanal com ragu de ossobuco cozido lentamente em vinho tinto, finalizado com gremolata e lascas de limão siciliano
Spaghetti all nero di seppia, com frutos do mar salteados e molho de tomates assados, toque cítrico e pó de bottarga
Gnocchi napolitano com molho pomodoro de tomates pelati e presunto de parma crocante, finalizado com parmesão 24 meses
Brasato ao vinho tinto com polenta cremosa – carne bovina lentamente cozida no vinho com ervas, servida com polenta amanteigada
Tiramisù clássico com creme de mascarpone aerado, café espresso e cacau puro
Torta cremosa de limão siciliano, base crocante e merengue italiano tostado
Affogato al caffè com sorvete de baunilha artesanal e farofa crocante de amêndoas
Pavê de chocolate e avelã em camadas, finalizado com raspas de chocolate e toque de licor
Panna cotta de baunilha bourbon com caramelo salgado e flor de sal
"salada ceasar" do chef com alface americana, presunto de parma, camarões grelhados, melão doce, croutons, queijo parmesão e molho ceasar artesanal
Brazilian crab shells. made with crab meat, red bell peppers, garlic, onion, seafood broth, ginger, coconut milk, fresh cilantro and a touch of dendê oil, with a catupiry brazilian famous creamcheese and parmesan crust. amazing flavour and a little spicy
Feijoada crunchy ball made with black beans stuffed with bacon, calabresa pork sausage and green kale, served with corn and bacon farofa and and my amazonian hot sauce, comes with a brazilian caipirinha shot
Beef ribs tasty creamy croqueta with amazonian sweet and chilli sauce
Grilled shrimp and asparagus satay served with lemon aioli
Cod fish and crispy jamón croquettas
Grilled beef fillet and mushroom brochette served with roast garlic aioli and chimichurri sauce
Nori seaweed crunchy canape with smoked 3 hour slightly cured salmon sashimi and a strawberry, ginger and oyster sweet and sour sauce
Shrimp and catupiry cream cheese brazilian pasteis(fried empanadas) served with amazonian 15 peppers hot sauce
Mix mushroom canapé served with fried quail egg. truflle oil and fleur di sal
Gourmet chicken coxinha filled with creamy catupiry cheese, made with juicy chicken thigh meat, coated in a crispy golden crust, and served with a rich, creamy cheese sauce
Mahi mahi ceviche, fresh mahi mahi, umami smoked citrus leche de tigre, mango, cucumber, red pepper, cilantro, red onion, tosted corn, green onions served with sweet potato chips
Shrimp bobó famous dish from the state of bahia; shrimps in a creamy boroa yellow sweet potato mousseline, red bell peppers, onions, garlic, coconut milk, shrimp and kombu seaweed broth, fresh cilantro, dende oil, served with white steamed rice
Fish moqueca made with bell peppers, onions, garlic, coconut milk, dende oil, banana da terra, seafood broth, cilantro, served with white steamed rice
Chef´s grilled surf and turf, grilled picanha(rump cap) steak, grilled shrimps, grilled smashed roasted potatoes, grilled toasted okra and some spicy roasted garlic and red peppers aioli
Grilled ribeye steak, cooked cassava on a butter with melted parmesan cheese, garlic and almond crunchy farofa and argentinean chimichurri herbs sauce
Seafood linguine pasta with organic tomatoes, white wine, cream sauce seafood sauce
Orange chicken, tempura crispy chicken breast with an orange, mandarine, little spice, sweet and sour sauce, some brullee orange slices, served with basmati aromatic white rice
Grilled pochet chicken breast stuffed with mediterranean sautéed vegetables with a orange mandarine rosemary and pecans sauce
Beef ribs, tomatoes and bechamel grilled and little toasted lots of cheese lasagna served on top of creamy cheese sauce
Grilled stuffed with shrimp and vegetables calamari served with asian style spicy noddles
Shrimp and leek risotto with blue cheese and some crispy leek
Bomba spanish green herbs rice served with smoked paprika and lemon aioli and a grilled white fish fresh fillet and grilled shrimp
Belgian chocolate mousse hiden under a cocoa and cinnamon tuile
Coconut creamy mousse served with mango gel syrup and fresh mango cubs, very freshy served with a tapioca spheres crunchy cracker
Banoffee, fresh bananas slices, brazilian doce de leite, nuts crumble, fresh whipped cream and a cinnamon touch
Deconstructed guava cheesecake
Feijoada crunchy ball made with black beans stuffed with bacon, calabresa pork sausage and green kale, served with corn and bacon farofa and and my amazonian hot sauce, comes with a brazilian caipirinha shot
Beef ribs tasty creamy croqueta with amazonian sweet and chilli sauce
Grilled shrimps satay served with amazing cilantro, brazilian nuts and grana padano cheese pesto sauce
Brazilian cheese and shrimp pastel (fried empanadas) served with amazonian hot sauce
Brazilian crab shells. made with crab meat, red bell peppers, garlic, onion, seafood broth, ginger, coconut milk, fresh cilantro and a touch of dendê oil, with a catupiry brazilian famous creamcheese and parmesan crust. amazing flavour and a little spicy
Brazilian cheese bread( pão de queijo recheado) filled with a slow cooking delicious beef ribs tomatoes ragout
Beef, garlic, onion, eggs and olives pastel (fried empanadas)
Beef and fresh mushroom grilled sticks brochette served with smoked and roast garlic aioli sauce
Shrimp bobó famous dish from the state of bahia; shrimps in a creamy boroa yellow sweet potato mousseline, red bell peppers, onions, garlic, coconut milk, shrimp and kombu seaweed smoked broth, fresh cilantro, dende oil, served with white steamed rice
Grilled ribeye steak . popular dish from south of brazil: served with fresh chimichurri herbs sauce, cooked cassava butter bites with parmesan cheese, bacon and corn farofa
Grilled picanha steak, served with roasted garlic aioli potatoes salad, cassava and eggs farofa and a fresh chimichurri herbs sauce,
Grilled white fish fillet. served with herbs aromatic butter campers, mushrooms, sauce, banana da terra puree and sautéed fresh mushrooms, garlic chives and onions
Sagu. tapioca sweet balls cooked on a sweet red wine and spicies sauce served with a pastry cumaru creamy sauce, cumaru is known as the amazonian vanilla
Banoffe, fresh thin bananas slices, brazilian doce de leite, nuts crumble, cumaru fresh whipped cream and a cinnamon touch
Deconstructed guava cheesecake
Coconut creamy mousse served with mango gel syrup and fresh mango cubs, very freshy served with a tapioca spheres crunchy cracker
Chocolate trilogy, dark chocolate brigadeiro truffles, brazilian cocoa and nuts crumble, belgian chocolate mousse hiden under a chocolate tuile
Crudo de atum ao molho de maracujá
Capaccio de abobrinha com lâminas de parmesão, tomates concassée e rúcula
Rillette de salmão com chips de mandioca
Tartine de cogumelos com queijo gorgonzola
Bolinha de queijo de cabra com molho de pimentas com mel e salada fresca
Vinagrete de lula e polvo e com pães artesanais
Croquetes de salmão com creme azedo
Creme de abóbora com camarões
Tortilhas de frango com vegetais ao molho de manteiga com sálvia
Tartine de figo glaceados com presunto de parma, nozes e mel
Caesar salad
Caesar salad do mar - com camarões
Salada brasileira - consultar
Saladas: saladas com folhas, frutas, legumes, molhos leves e frescos
Boeuf bourguignon - servido com tagliatelle de queijos
Filé de peixe crocante com musseline de batatas e molho do chef
Berinjela crocante com risoto de castanha do pará
Steak au poivre - filé mignon com molho de pimentas e gratin dauphinois
Penne ao molho de shitake com brócolis e aspargos
Steak à milanesa com legumes e aioli de coentro
Risoto do mar - com camarões e dourado
Duo de pescados - atum e salmão servidos com molho ponzu e pimentas juntamente com salada de pepinos
Uai sô - doce de leite com lâminas de coco e sorvete de baunilha
Pequenos prazeres - 3 tipos de sobremesas andinas como forma de degustação
Mousse de abacaxi com lâminas de pêssego e farofa de biscoito
Surpresa de nozes - massa filo com creme de nozes e sorvete de damasco
Pudim de café com suspiros
Torta de chocolate com cerejas
Bolo de mirtilo e limão siciliano
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Rio de Janeiro.
What does a private chef service include in Rio de Janeiro?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Rio de Janeiro?
The price of renting a chef in Rio de Janeiro can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 159 BRL to 323 BRL. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 159 BRL per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 173 BRL per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 198 BRL per person, and for 2 people, the price is 323 BRL per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Rio de Janeiro?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 294 chefs available in Rio de Janeiro. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Rio de Janeiro who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Rio de Janeiro?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Rio de Janeiro each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Rio de Janeiro, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Rio de Janeiro.
Cost of a private chef in Rio de Janeiro
The cost of hiring a private chef in Rio de Janeiro can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 159 BRL to 323 BRL per person.
For 13 people or more: 159 BRL
For 7 to 12 people: 173 BRL
For 3 to 6 people: 198 BRL
For 2 people: 323 BRL.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Rio de Janeiro!
2 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Rio de Janeiro?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Rio de Janeiro: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Rio de Janeiro!

Why not try a Private Chef service in Rio De Janeiro?
Want to give your partner a special romantic surprise? Want to enjoy a dinner with friends and fancy trying something different? Or maybe you want to organize a lovely meal for the whole family to celebrate that special occasion without anyone having to cook? Take a Chef allows you to transform your home into one of the best restaurants in town. The only difference is that the entire experience is built around you and your guests. Select the type of cuisine, choose the dates and enjoy the experience!

Rio De Janeiro’s best Private Chefs come to your home
Our Private Chefs have trained in some of the best hospitality schools in the world and many have worked in Michelin Star restaurants. We can find the perfect fit for your special occasion. All you have to do is let us know the type of cuisine you’d like to enjoy, and we’ll find the right chef for you. You’ll be able to talk to the chef directly to make sure that every detail is exactly how you would like it!

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Talk to our chefs in Rio de Janeiro
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Rio de Janeiro? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Rio de Janeiro, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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