Private Chef in Tomatlán
Rent one of our 40 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Tomatlán
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Tomatlán in April 2016, more than 40 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Tomatlán and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Tomatlán.
Starting in 2016, 7,772 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Tomatlán. To book your chef in Tomatlán, 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 3,427 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 4,820 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.59 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 7,772 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Tomatlán usually book menus around 1,381 MXN per person, including 4.25 courses, sharing an average of 4.63 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 Tomatlán.












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.
40 Private Chefs in Tomatlán
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More than 7,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.58 Chef
The guests in Tomatlán have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.58.
4.62 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Tomatlán received an average score of 4.62.
4.6 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.6 average score.
4.56 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Tomatlán has been scored with a 4.56 on average.
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3,427 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Tomatlán
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Esquites mediterraneos fusion mexico
Atun confitado en aceite de sake
Plato fuerte: "mar y tierra en maíz dorado"
Ntrada: "beso de coral" vieiras selladas sobre un aguachile de mango y maracuyá con un toque de chile serrano y hierbabuena
El arte de barcear short ribs
Maracuya !!!!
Classic italian bruschetta: chopped plum tomatoes, fresh basil, and grated cheese on top of toasted artisan bread brushed with oil and balsamic vinegar
Antipasta plate: assorted cold meats – including prosciutto and salami; marinated olives and vegetables, artisan cheeses and breads
Classic caesar: fresh romaine lettuce and homemade croutons tossed with handmade caesar dressing, topped with grated parmesan cheese
Chicken parmesan: chicken breasts breaded and pan- fried, served with marinara sauce and provolone cheese baked over the top (with or without pasta)
Italian tiramisu: this classic creamy dessert is made with lady fingers and mascarpone cheese, with or without nuts
Empanada de carne empanada de carne jugosa, un clásico argentino
Empanada de pollo empanada de pollo suave perfectamente especiada
Empanada humita deliciosa empanada de humita, con el toque justo de dulzura
Sopa brócolis sopa de brócolis, nutritiva y reconfortante
Sopa de calabaza sopa de calabaza, cálida y cremosa
Pastel de papas pastel de papas relleno, una mezcla perfecta de carne, vegetales y queso
Lomo malbec , lomo de res al malbec, tierno y jugoso, acompañado de papas noisette o pure de papas
Estofado de pollo estofado de pollo a la cerveza, sabroso y reconfortante
Ojo de bife ojo de bife a caballo, acompañado de papas francesas y huevos estrellados
Milanesa napolitana milanesa de pollo o de res a la napolitana, crujiente y cubierta de queso y salsa
Entraña arrollada entraña arrollada acompañada de vegetales al wok, una fusión de sabores
Canelones de verdura canelones de verdura con salsa rosa, un plato ligero y sabroso
Flan flan tradicional acompañado de dulce de leche o crema chantilly
Budín de pan budín de pan tradicional, acompañado de dulce de leche o crema chantilly
Guacamole : creamy guacamole served with crispy, house-made tortilla chips for a classic and crowd-pleasing starter
Pico de gallo: a classic salsa made with diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. it's fresh, vibrant, and adds a burst of flavor to any taco
Tomatillo salsa verde: this tangy salsa is made with roasted tomatillos, jalapeños, onions, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. it's slightly spicy and has a bright green color, perfect for adding a zesty kick to your tacos
Mango habanero salsa: a sweet and spicy salsa featuring ripe mangoes, habanero peppers, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of salt. it offers a tropical twist to your tacos with a fiery kick
Chipotle crema: creamy and smoky, this salsa is made with sour cream or mexican crema, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic, and salt. it's perfect for those who prefer a milder option with a rich, smoky flavor profile
Red salsa: a classic red salsa made with ripe tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. it's mildly spicy and offers a traditional flavor profile that complements any taco filling
Refried beans (frijoles refritos): creamy and comforting mashed pinto or black beans cooked with onions, garlic, and seasoned with salt and spices
Mexican rice (arroz mexicano): fluffy long-grain rice cooked with onions, garlic and spices
Mexican slaw: a crunchy and vibrant slaw made with shredded cabbage, carrots, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of honey or agave for sweetness
Green salad with cilantro lime dressing: a crisp and refreshing salad made with mixed greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion. serve it with a zesty cilantro lime dressing made with fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper
Grilled chicken: marinated in a blend of local spices
Camarones a la diabla: spicy shrimp cooked in a fiery red chili sauce
Grilled fish: marinated in a mixture of lime juice, cilantro, garlic
Mushroom carnitas: cooked mushroom seasoned with a mixture of spices, including chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika
Carne asada: grilled and thinly sliced steak marinated in a mixture of citrus juices, garlic, onions, and spices such as cumin and chili powder
Ground beef: seasoned ground beef cooked with onions, garlic and other spices
Sweet potato and black bean: roasted sweet potato cubes combined with black beans, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and spices
Grilled pineapple and jalapeño: grilled pineapple slices paired with thinly sliced jalapeños, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice,
Mahi mahi baja tacos: beer-battered mahi mahi fried until golden brown and crispy,
Churros con cajeta: crispy churros dusted in cinnamon sugar, served with a side of rich and sweet cajeta (caramelized goat's milk)
Flan
Key lime pie
Peruvian ceviche squared fish, celery, tomato, cucumber, chili, corn and tiger's milk
Tuna tartare small cubes of tuna, avocado, chives, soy sauce, ginger and cilantro
Variety of drink round. (classic margaritas or seasonal fruit flavors)
Coconut shrimp with salad, and mango and ginger dressing
Shaked rapper fillet shaken fish fillet, corn risotto, pickled vegetables and oregano sauce
Lemon pie creamy lemon pie, with strawberries
- empanadas: delicious puff pastry with a filling of ground meat, egg, veggies and lots of flavor. vegetarian option: spinach, ricotta and corn
- big salad "insalatona": fresh combination of lettuce, arugula, tomato, carrots, radishes, cucumber and avocado, seasoned with balsamic cream
- prawns with prosciutto: shrimp seasoned with sweet paprika wrapped in prosciutto
- spinach and zucchini savory cake: salty cake with a touch of genoese style!
- mexican volcano: delicious open taco with tortilla, vegetables, shrimp or avocado
- choripán: argentine sandwich with sausage, was recognized as one of the best in the world
- mexican ceviche: typical pacific cold soup of vegetables, lemon and shrimp, accompanied by crispy tortillas
- gazpacho: cold creamy soup. combination of tomato, garlic, onion, cucumber and lemon, combined with olive oil and bread
- stuffed eggs: tuna or avocado, egg yolk and mayonnaise come together in an explosion of flavors. topped with bell peppers and onions
- spanish tortilla: star dish of spanish gastronomy. delicious and unique presentation of potatoes, egg and onion
- guaca-nachos (avocado, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, olive oil, salt and pepper) v,gf
- pasta alla vodka: a little parmesan, tomato, heavy cream, onion, garlic, basil and vodka. yes, vodka!
- cannelloni crespelle: exquisite filling of spinach, corn and ricotta wrapped with french crepes and covered with bechamel
- potato gnocchi with asparagus: delicious gnocchetti topped with delicious asparagus cream sauce, vegetables and selected herbs
- penne all’arrabbiata: who said spicy? enjoy a touch of spicy peperoncino with tomato, parmesan, garlic and parsley sauce
- lasagna emiliana: bolognese sauce layered with 4 layers of homemade pasta, topped with parmesan and bechamel
- ravioli di spinaci e ricotta: classic homemade pasta, stuffed with spinach and ricotta with delicious herb cream sauce
- fried rice: mexican fried rice, fused with typical italian vegetables and spanish seasoning
- pasta alfredo: for adults and children, pasta with butter and grated parmesan
- mexican tacos: delicious mexican jewel topped by "pico de gallo" and guacamole
- spanish paella: typical spanish rice with an explosion of fish, different seafood and a unique seasoning!
- tilapia with noisette potatoes: classic white fish, topped with a delicious green sauce and particular french noisette potatoes
- churrasco with potatoes cartoccio (parsley, garlic, paprika, oregano, rosemary, olive oil, salt and pepper) gf,df
- milanesa a caballo - horseback (bred, egg, parsley, garlic, potato, olive oil, oregano, rosemary, salt and pepper) df
- pastel de carne with beef and potatoes (veg.broth or milk, tomato, garlic, onion, carrot, parsley, olive oil, paprika, salt and pepper) gf,df
- cream caramel: famous french dessert that combines a cream based on eggs, vanilla and cinnamon with orange, lemon and tangerine
- lemon sorbet: sorbet with a light and refreshing texture with fresh strawberries
- chocolate cake with nutella: dark chocolate cake filled with blueberry jam and fresh strawberries, topped with nutella cream
- caramel crepe: delicious french crepe with caramel (dulce de leche) will take you to latin america
- chocolate mousse: popular creamy dessert loved by children and adults based on chocolate and eggs
- churros: exquisite latin churros scented with vanilla and cinnamon
- macedonia: seasonal fruits, put together to enjoy a healthy dessert
Guacamole avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, a touch of lemon
Mexican sauce / pico de gallo tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, a touch of lemon
Martajada sauce roasted tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper and a touch of cilantro
Variety of drink round. (classic margaritas or seasonal fruit flavors)
Green enchiladas with panela cheese from el tuito, served with a small mexican salad
Zarandeado fish fresh fish mahi mahi , mexican rice, steamed vegetables, and peanut and holy leaf pipián
Beef, chicken, or shrimp fajitas, served with rice, refried beans, and sauces
Caramel flan mexican style
Warm chocolate cake warm cake, strawberry sauce, red berries and vanilla ice cream
Jamaica tinga tostadas – hibiscus flowers cooked in adobo sauce with avocado and vegan cream (vegan, gluten-free)
Esquites with bone marrow – corn kernels with chili piquín mayo and roasted bone marrow
Black bean and queso sopes – heirloom corn sopes with refried beans, fresco cheese, and charred salsa (vegetarian)
Chickpea and quelites ceviche – chickpeas marinated in lime juice with quelites, tomato, and serrano chili (vegan, gluten-free)
Heirloom corn tlacoyos with black beans and cactus – hand-formed masa pockets filled with black beans, topped with cactus salad and fresh cheese (vegetarian, gluten-free)
Chicharrón prensado gorditas – masa pockets stuffed with crispy pork, topped with green salsa and pickled onions
Wild mushroom broth – seasonal mushrooms in a smoky epazote-infused broth (vegan, gluten-free)
Sweet corn and poblano pepper cream – smooth corn cream with roasted poblano peppers and fresco cheese
Shrimp aguachile with cucumber and grilled pineapple – shrimp marinated in lime juice, with fresh cucumber and grilled pineapple (gluten-free)
Roasted beet and goat cheese salad – roasted beets with caramelized nuts and citrus dressing (vegetarian, gluten-free)
Wild greens and pumpkin seed salad – a mix of fresh native greens with mesquite dressing and toasted pumpkin seeds (vegan, gluten-free)
Black aguachile with mushrooms – fresh mushrooms marinated in smoky black chili aguachile with lime (vegan, gluten-free)
Seared tuna sopes with avocado purée – mini corn sopes topped with seared tuna, avocado purée, and morita chili
Talla-style fish – grilled fish fillet marinated in adobo sauce, served with wild greens salad (gluten-free)
Beef and bone marrow mole de olla – hearty beef soup with vegetables, and guajillo chili
Stuffed chile with mushrooms and greens – roasted poblano pepper filled with sautéed mushrooms and greens, served with roasted tomato sauce (vegan, gluten-free)
Chicken in peanut and pasilla chili sauce – free-range chicken in a thick peanut and pasilla chili sauce (gluten-free)
Stuffed ancho chili with seafood – ancho chili filled with sautéed shriimp, tomatoes, and herbs, topped with a light tomato broth (gluten-free)
Flan with piloncillo caramel (gluten-free)
Seasonal artisan sorbets – house-made sorbets featuring local fruits like soursop, black sapote, and tamarind
Coconut and cinnamon rice pudding – creamy rice pudding with coconut milk, spices, and a hint of lime zest (vegan, gluten-free)
Guava paste with aged cotija cheese – classic guava paste served with aged cotija cheese (gluten-free). crispy buñuelos with piloncillo syrup
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 Tomatlán.
What does a private chef service include in Tomatlán?
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 Tomatlán?
The price of renting a chef in Tomatlán 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 853 MXN to 1,438 MXN. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 853 MXN per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 1,050 MXN per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 1,060 MXN per person, and for 2 people, the price is 1,438 MXN 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 Tomatlán?
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 40 chefs available in Tomatlán. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Tomatlán 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 Tomatlán?
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 Tomatlán each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Tomatlán, 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 Tomatlán.
Cost of a private chef in Tomatlán
The cost of hiring a private chef in Tomatlán 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 853 MXN to 1,438 MXN per person.
For 13 people or more: 853 MXN
For 7 to 12 people: 1,050 MXN
For 3 to 6 people: 1,060 MXN
For 2 people: 1,438 MXN.
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 Tomatlán?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Tomatlán: 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 Tomatlán!






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










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