Private Chef in Puerto Limón
Rent one of our 16 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Puerto Limón
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Puerto Limón in September 2017, more than 16 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Puerto Limón and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Provincia de Limón.
Starting in 2017, 504 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Puerto Limón. To book your chef in Puerto Limón, 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 76 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 146 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.8 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 504 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Puerto Limón usually book menus around 19,686 USD per person, including 4.26 courses, sharing an average of 4.07 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 Puerto Limón.












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.
16 Private Chefs in Puerto Limón
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More than 500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4 Chef
The guests in Puerto Limón have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.
5 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Puerto Limón received an average score of 5.
5 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 5 average score.
5 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Puerto Limón has been scored with a 5 on average.
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76 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Puerto Limón
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Seafood ceviche with mango sauce: a ceviche made with shrimp, and squid, marinated in lime juice and served with a fresh mango sauce for a tropical and elegant twist
Tuna tartare with avocado and sweet chili: fresh tuna chopped into small cubes, combined with avocado, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of watermeloon
Chicken empanadas with spicy mango sauce: empanadas filled with seasoned chicken, accompanied by a spicy mango sauce. the sweet and spicy flavor combination offers a unique experience
Fish tacos with pickled vegetables: small, soft corn tortillas filled with seared fish, and topped with a refreshing mix of pickled vegetables like carrots, onions, and jalapeños, drizzled with a tangy cilantro sauce
Grilled fish fillet with seafood sauce and coconut rice: a fresh fish fillet (such as dorado or snapper), topped with a creamy seafood sauce (shrimp, squid, mussels), served with coconut rice and a fresh salad
Churrasco with rosemary sauce and rustic potatoes: a grilled flank steak, served with a rosemary and red wine sauce, accompanied by rustic roasted potatoes and a heart of palm salad with cilantro and lime
Seafood rice with garlic cream sauce: a seafood rice dish made with shrimp, squid, mussels, and fish, cooked in seafood broth and topped with a smooth garlic cream sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and fried ripe plantain
Grilled beef steak with red wine reduction and rosemary potatoes: a grilled beef steak, served with a red wine reduction and caramelized onions, accompanied by rosemary potatoes and a fresh arugula salad
Garlic shrimp with basil tagliatelle: shrimp sautéed in olive oil with garlic and parsley, served over a bed of tagliatelle (fresh pasta) with a light basil sauce
Chocolate tart with passion fruit sauce: a crunchy cookie crust filled with dark chocolate mousse, accompanied by a fresh passion fruit sauce
Coffee cake with rum cream: a moist, flavorful costa rican coffee cake served with a smooth rum-infused cream
Tropical fruit pavlova: a crispy meringue base with a soft interior, topped with fresh tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, and papaya, and finished with a dollop of whipped cream. a light and flavorful option that showcases vibrant tropical fruits
Coconut panna cotta with guava coulis: a rich and creamy coconut panna cotta, served with a sweet and tangy guava coulis, combining the smooth texture of the panna cotta with the vibrant, tropical fruit sauce
Tártaro tibio de hongos y nuez mostaza antigua, alcaparras, yema curada y aceite de hierbas
Carpaccio de remolacha asada queso de cabra, vinagreta cítrica y semillas tostadas
Ravioli artesanal relleno de ricotta y espinaca mantequilla avellanada, parmesano y pimienta negra
Crema sedosa de coliflor rostizada aceite de oliva premium y crumble de pan especiado
Langosta al horno estilo clásico preparación cremosa delicada, gratinado sutil servida con puré sedoso de papa y vegetales baby salteados
Short rib de res braseado lentamente reducción natural puré fino y vegetales baby
Corvina sellada piel crujiente mantequilla de limón y alcaparras risotto suave o puré fino
Tarta tibia de chocolate oscuro cremoso de avellana y fruta fresca
Creme brúlèe de piña caramelizada
Thinly sliced fresh fish served with a citrus dressing, fresh herbs, and a touch of chili
Caribbean-style ceviche served in tiger's milk and coconut milk with habanero peppers
Pati caribbean empanada served with a moderately spicy fish paste
A traditional costa rican black bean soup made with slowly cooked beans, onions, garlic, and spices, finished with fresh cilantro and a soft-poached egg. comforting, rich, and deeply rooted in costa rican cuisine
Corn tortillas filled with seasoned trout and finished with pickled red onion
A crispy corn tortilla topped with tender achiote-marinated chicken, smooth refried black beans, and a touch of fresh guacamole. a balanced costa rican–inspired dish combining smoky, earthy flavors with creamy freshness
Cauliflower and broccoli puree with local trout and grilled vegetables with red tomato and chipotle pesto
Soft potato gnocchi served in a vibrant caribbean-style tomato sauce, gently spiced and aromatic, finished with creamy goat cheese. a comforting yet fresh dish that blends classic gnocchi with tropical caribbean flavors
Costa rican grass-fed ribeye with pejibaye & potato puree and chimichurri
Cas-filled profiteroles with ayote honey syrup
Ripe plantain croquettes in syrup with mozzarella cheese
Cacique guaro eggnog mousse cacique guaro eggnog mousse, light and creamy
Tiradito de salmón láminas finas de salmón fresco, leche de tigre de maracuyá, ají amarillo suave y aceite de hierbas
Ceviche en crema de rocoto pescado fresco marinado en una leche de tigre cremosa y ligeramente picante, camote glaseado y choclo
Sopa a la minuta caldo intenso de res con pasta corta, crema de leche y notas especiadas, servido como reconfortante apertura caliente
Canelones rellenos de ají de gallina (creación chef more’s) pasta freca rellena de ají de gallina cremoso, gratinados ligeramente con queso suave
Causa limeña contemporánea papa prensada con ají amarillo y limón, relleno cremoso de pollo o camarón, palta y emulsión suave
Lomo saltado con tagliatelle frescos a la huancaína salteado clásico de res con cebolla morada y tomate, servido sobre pasta fresca bañada en una salsa huancaína suave y elegante
Pollada peruana pollo marinado en especias tradicionales, acompañado de papas a la huancaína o pasta corta salteada
Camarones rebozados crocantes salsa de ají rocoto con un risotto de quinoa al ají amarillo
Crema volteada de naranja textura sedosa y notas cítricas, servida dentro de la cáscara de naranja para una presentación fresca y elegante
Suspiro limeño clásico cremoso de manjar con merengue aromatizado
Tuna tartare
Ceviche: ceviche tico is characterized by being a simpler version, fresh and with few cooked ingredients, compared to other latin american variants
Fish croquette
Homemade pasta accompanied by seafood in pomodoro sauce
Creamy rice with shrimp
Trout with garlic potato and vegetables
Brownie with ice cream
Profiteroles
Dulce leche crepes
Ceviche: made with fresh fish, seafood, or a mix, marinated in lime juice, onions, cilantro, and spices. it's fresh and light
Patacones: fried green plantain slices that are smashed. they are served with sauce or mashed beans, pico de gallo and guacamole
Fried yuca: yuca cut into pieces and fried, served with a sauce or just salted. it's a simple and tasty option
Fried snapper (pargo frito): a whole fried fish, very popular along costa rica’s coasts, usually served with rice and salad
Chifrijo: a dish made of rice, beans, fried pork (chicharrón), pico de gallo, and often accompanied by tortillas
Rice with seafood (arroz con mariscos): rice cooked with fresh seafood like shrimp, mussels, and squid. it’s a flavorful dish, especially popular in coastal regions
Steak in sauce (bistec en salsa): beef steak cooked in a sauce made with onions, bell peppers, and spices, typically served with rice, beans, or salad
Arroz con leche: a creamy dessert made with rice, milk, sugar, and cinnamon
Churros: often sold at fairs or by street vendors, costa rican churros are fried dough sticks sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon
Flan de leche: a creamy custard dessert made with milk, eggs, sugar, and a touch of vanilla. it’s smooth and delicious
Buñuelos: fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup. they’re crispy on the outside and soft on the inside
Shrimp ceviche with coconut tiger's milk and plantain chips
Corn empanadas stuffed with lamb and smoked cheese
Eggplant rolls with ricotta and cilantro pesto
Mini arepas filled with garlic octopus and yellow chili emulsion
Pejibaye soup with crispy cheese and truffle oil
Fresh hearts of palm salad with avocado and tamarind vinaigrette
Tuna tartare with pickled chili and crispy rice
Beef carpaccio with mustard emulsion and capers
Duck breast with red fruit sauce and cassava purée
Honey-glazed pork loin with squash purée
Grilled fish with mango chimichurri and spiced quinoa
Slow-cooked beef ribs with cacao sauce and roasted vegetables
Artisan coffee ice cream with cacao cookie
Warm chocolate tart with guava ice cream
Suspiro limeño with fresh fruits and passion fruit reduction
Mango and ginger cheesecake with almond crumble
Moussaka bites miniature versions of the classic greek moussaka, with layers of eggplant, spiced ground lamb or beef, and béchamel sauce, baked to perfection
Grilled shrimp skewers with garlic and lemon juicy shrimp marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and fresh herbs, grilled to a smoky finish, served with a tangy yogurt dipping sauce
Stuffed calamari tender squid stuffed with a savory mixture of breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, and crab, slow-cooked in a rich tomato and white wine sauce
Grilled octopus with smoked paprika and lemon tender octopus grilled to perfection, finished with a sprinkle of smoked paprika, a squeeze of lemon, and a drizzle of olive oil
Beetroot carpaccio with goat cheese and walnuts thinly sliced roasted beetroot drizzled with a balsamic reduction, topped with crumbled goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and fresh arugula
Tuna tartare with avocado and lemon oil fresh tuna finely diced and tossed with creamy avocado, scallions, and a zesty lemon-infused olive oil, served with crispy crostini
Grilled lamb chops juicy lamb chops seasoned with rosemary, garlic, and olive oil, grilled to perfection and served with roasted potatoes and vegetables
Grilled shrimp with garlic and lemon shrimp grilled in garlic and lemon, served with a side of quinoa, sautéed spinach, and a drizzle of olive oil
Grilled tuna steaks fresh tuna steaks grilled and seasoned with olive oil, lemon, and herbs, served with a side of roasted potatoes and mixed greens
Grilled chicken with couscous marinated chicken grilled and served with fluffy couscous, roasted vegetables, and a drizzle of lemon and olive oil
Saffron honey panna cotta a creamy panna cotta infused with the exotic flavor of saffron and sweetened with honey, creating a rich and elegant dessert
Orange blossom rice pudding a fragrant variation of the classic rice pudding, infused with orange blossom water and topped with a dusting of cinnamon for extra flavor
Saffron and honey poached pears pears poached in a fragrant mixture of saffron and honey, creating a delicate, aromatic dessert with a perfect balance of sweetness
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 Puerto Limón.
What does a private chef service include in Puerto Limón?
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 Puerto Limón?
The price of renting a chef in Puerto Limón 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 6,479 USD to 18,031 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 6,479 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 22,495 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 35,635 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 18,031 USD 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 Puerto Limón?
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 16 chefs available in Puerto Limón. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Puerto Limón 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 Puerto Limón?
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 Puerto Limón each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Puerto Limón, 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 Puerto Limón.
Cost of a private chef in Puerto Limón
The cost of hiring a private chef in Puerto Limón 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 6,479 USD to 18,031 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 6,479 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 22,495 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 35,635 USD
For 2 people: 18,031 USD.
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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Puerto Limón?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Puerto Limón: 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 Puerto Limón!






Talk to our chefs in Puerto Limón
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 Puerto Limón? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Puerto Limón, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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