Private Chef in Coachella
Rent one of our 103 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Coachella
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Coachella in March 2017, more than 103 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Coachella and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Riverside County.
Starting in 2017, 48,877 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Coachella. To book your chef in Coachella, 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 16,972 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 33,916 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 48,877 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Coachella usually book menus around 159 USD per person, including 4.64 courses, sharing an average of 5.17 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 Coachella.












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!
103 Private Chefs in Coachella
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More than 48,800 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.55 Chef
The guests in Coachella have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.55.
4.69 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Coachella received an average score of 4.69.
4.66 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.66 average score.
4.87 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Coachella has been scored with a 4.87 on average.
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16,972 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Coachella
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Beef empanadas: golden fried empanadas
Pico de gallo bruschetta: garlic bread and spicy pico de gallo salsa (vegetarian)
Chips and salsa (vegetarian)
Caprese bites with plant-based cheese (vegetarian)
Capresse salad. mix greens, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozarella , basil pesto and home made vinaigrette
Chicken gyros, home made version of this wonderful greek food
Greek salad with cucumbers, olives, feta (vegetarian)
Creamy roasted tomato and red pepper soup with a touch of basil and feta cheese
Lomo saltado (peruvian cuisine) sautéed tenderloin with onions, soy sauce and fries
Ropa vieja (cuban shredded beef in tomato sauce) with rice
Chicken fajitas with corn tortillas
Vegetarian tacos with sautéed vegetables and salsa tatemada (vegetarian)
Grilled salmon with honey and lemon sauce served with vegetables
Beef tartar: top sirloin filet, shallots, parsley, capers, lime with crispy bread (gluten free)
Tres leches cake
Creme brulee, classic vanilla custard with a sugar crust, excellent way to finish a meal
Italian bruschetta with oven-caramelized cherry tomatoes, on a bed of mozzarella and finished with a slice of italian prosciutto
Bruschetta with roasted grapes on ricotta cheese, topped with a touch of honey
Caprese skewers of mozzarella, basil and cherry tomatoes, along a side of parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze
Pizzette margherita, made with puff pastry, tomato sauce and, mozzarella and basil
Fresh tagliatelle with bolognese of beef, tomato sauce, and finely chopped onions, carrots and parsley
Fresh linguine with pesto genovese with basil, parmesan, almonds (removable), garlic and evoo
Penne all’arrabbiata with tomato sauce, parmesan, fresh tomato, garlic, onion, italian peperoncino (chile), parsley and evoo
Penne alla vodka, with tomato sauce, fresh tomato, basil, heavy cream and parmesan cheese
Beef filet mignon topped with a delicious mushroom and cream sauce
Salmon filet with spanish sweet paprika
Eggplant napolitana covered in breadcrumbs, topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Boneless chicken thigh marinated in orange juice
Italian tiramisú with mascarpone, eggs and sugar cream, layered with coffee dipped lady fingers and topped with grated dark chocolate
Classic italian panna cotta with whipped cream and macerated berries
Chocolate crepe, filled with delicious italian nutella and whipped cream
Classic chocolate mousse
Seared scallops lima bean succotash, valencia orange butter
Roasted cauliflower smoked local dates, cauliflower pudding, marcona almonds
Peaches & prosciutto burrata, pistachio, microgreens, peach balsamic, california blend olive oil
Sea bass with rice pilaf, green beans & lemon butter
Espresso rubbed n.y. steak & frites sweet potato, sauteed baby spinach, cipollini onion, red wine demi reduction
Roasted cauliflower steak wilted spinach, salt roasted new potatoes, watercress pesto
Spiced pork tenderloin with hazelnut vinaigrette / brussel sprouts & cherries
Berry cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream
Cheesecake with blueberry compote
Chocolate mousse cake with spiced whipped cream and vin de glace
Cucumber topped with smoked salmon mousse
Black tomato bruscheta
Croquetas de jamon
Ground beef stuffed mini bell peppers
Gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp skewers)
Goat cheese wrapped in roasted eggplant
Salmon tartare mediterranean style with pita chips
Cous cous salad with chicken shawarma skewers and herb vinaigretr
Roasted red bell pepper hummus with crunchy garbanzo, crudite and pita chips
Roasted artichoke with sun dried tomatoes, black olives, orange segments, croutons and butter lettuce
Mozzarella arancinis with tomato sauce
Salmon picatta served with orzo pasta and snap peas
Garlic greek chicken with zucchini and baby potatoes
Pan seared california seabass served with gnocchi alla putanesca
Carved lamb served with roasted vegetable medley seasoned with sumac and finished with espagnole sauce
Ny steak topped with spinach-sundried tomato and goat cheese salad served with potato anna
Tiramisu cake with chocolate sauce
White chocolate mousse with strawberry coulis sauce and chcolate crumbles
Spanish churros with chocolate dipping sauce
Napoleon- puff pastry, pastry cream and raspberries
Burrata, beetroot and blackberry, whipped honey goat cheese salad
Leek and celery smoked soup
Airline chicken , herb mash , parsnip purée, seasonal veg, lemongrass beurre blanc
Deconstructed tiramisu
Grilled corn dip - street style corn, blue corn tortillas, tajin,
Stuffed paccheri pasta - three cheese, basil, blistered tomato, balsamic, green onion
Classic bruschetta - tomato, garlic, basil, balsamic
Grilled vegetable bruschetta - zucchini, squash, onion, tomato, balsamic, garlic, basil
French onion soup - gruyere, fried onion
Chicken saty - sweet soy, chilies, cilantro
Panzanella salad - heirloom tomatoes, onions, arugula, focaccia
Caprese salad - fresh mozzarella, basil, heirloom tomato, arugula
Caesar salad - garlic crostini, parmesan cheese
Wedge salad - blue cheese, tomato, cucumber, red onion
Roasted corn chowder - corn, cilantro, heirloom tomato
Citrus salad - oranges, grapefruit, radish, candied walnuts, manchego cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Orange salad - ginger dressing, carrots, romaine lettuce, onion, wonton, oranges, radish
Mini cheese lasagna - alfredo sauce, garlic scented spinach, asiago, fresh mozzarella
Stuffed chicken alfredo - kale, parmesan, garlic, fettuccini pasta,
Seared salmon - roasted potatoes, asparagus, citrus fennel salad,
Beef short rib rigatoni pasta - portobello ragu sauce, asparagus tips, sundried tomatoes
Beef bourguignon - burgundy, root vegetables, mushrooms, roasted potatoes
Beef tenderloin filet with butter poached lobster tail - garlic roasted potatoes, asparagus, rosemary infused red wine reduction, scampi butter
Stuffed chicken mole - chilies, cilantro
Chateaubriand - garlic confit, mushrooms, red wine reduction, roasted potatoes, brussels sprouts
Chocolate mousse trifle
Croisant bread pudding - carmel, chocolate,
Lemon zabaione - fresh berries
Cheese cake - seasonal flavor of your choice with chantilly cream and anglaise
Creme brulee - chantilly cream
- italian bruschetta: crispy toast crowned with a sautéed vegetable mix, mozzarella, prosciutto and parmesan. vegetarian version with avocado
- empanadas: delicious puff pastry with a filling of ground meat, egg, veggies and lots of flavor. vegetarian option: spinach, ricotta and corn
- prawns with prosciutto: shrimp seasoned with sweet paprika wrapped in prosciutto
- spring brochette, caprese style: tomato, mozzarella and basil, a classic! crowned with parmesan covered with balsamic cream
- gnocco fritto: fried bread, typical of emilia, served hot and together with cheeses and cold cuts. possible version with provolone cheese
- stuffed eggs: tuna or avocado, egg yolk and mayonnaise come together in an explosion of flavors. topped with bell peppers and onions
- canapés or tartlets: small and delicious typical italian tarts, with salmon or avocado, ricotta and a selected mixture of cooked vegetables
- spinach frittata: italian appetizer, perfect fried mixture of egg, spinach, vegetables. possible version with mozzarella cheese
- big salad "insalatona": fresh combination of lettuce, arugula, tomato, carrots, radishes, cucumber and avocado, seasoned with balsamic cream
- tagliatelle al ragù: homemade pasta, with a delicious italian bolognese sauce
- potato gnocchi with asparagus: delicious gnocchetti topped with delicious asparagus cream sauce, vegetables and selected herbs
- ravioli di spinaci e ricotta: classic homemade pasta, stuffed with spinach and ricotta with delicious herb cream sauce
- penne all’arrabbiata: who said spicy? enjoy a touch of spicy peperoncino with tomato, parmesan, garlic and parsley sauce
- cappelletti with butter and sage: typical italian flavors based on explosive aromatic herbs
- cannelloni crespelle: exquisite filling of spinach, corn and ricotta wrapped with french crepes and covered with bechamel
- tagliolini with speck and arugula: creamy homemade pasta from the italian alps
- riso ai funghi: scented rice with mushrooms and typical italian vegetables
- filet mignon with patate al cartoccio: mythical beef steak with intense flavor, crispy crust, juicy interior finished with roasted vegetables
- ribeye steak with vegetables: mythical steak of the highest quality and finished with selected vegetables
- salmon with purée 3 colors: our favorite fish without a doubt. delicious portion of salmon, along with a irresistible carrot and potato puree
- boneless chicken leg with orange juice: chicken with an explosion of flavors, marinated with orange, paprika and along with fine vegetables
- roasted pork with egg and plums: baked ham stuffed with plums and egg, along with a fresh salad
- entrecote with vegetable brochette: tender and juicy at any point, topped with our tasty mushroom cream and "cartoccio" baked potatoes
- napolitana fette of aubergines with potatoes (mozzarella or avocado, tomato sauce, sage, oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper) v,gf,df
- tiramisú: our signature dessert. mascarpone cheese, coffee, lady fingers cookie, dark chocolate, eggs and sugar
- chocolate mousse: popular creamy dessert loved by children and adults based on chocolate and eggs
- nutella crepe: delicious french crepe, the original recipe. nutella will take you to italy
- 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
- nutella pizza: sweet italian pizza based on nutella and blueberries
- macedonia: seasonal fruits, put together to enjoy a healthy dessert
Italian bruschetta with oven-caramelized cherry tomatoes, on a bed of mozzarella and finished with a slice of italian prosciutto
Bruschetta with roasted grapes on ricotta cheese, topped with a touch of honey
Caprese skewers of mozzarella, basil and cherry tomatoes, along a side of parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze
Pizzette margherita, made with puff pastry, tomato sauce and, mozzarella and basil
Burrata salad with campari tomato, arugula, balsamic vinegar and a touch of pesto genovese
Charcuterie and cheeses board with prosciutto, salami, capocollo, parmigiano reggiano, manchego and more…
Fresh tagliatelle with bolognese of beef, tomato sauce, and finely chopped onions, carrots and parsley
Fresh linguine with pesto genovese with basil, parmesan, almonds (removable), garlic and evoo
Penne all’arrabbiata with tomato sauce, parmesan, fresh tomato, garlic, onion, italian peperoncino (chile), parsley and evoo
Penne alla vodka, with tomato sauce, fresh tomato, basil, heavy cream and parmesan cheese
Spinach and ricotta cannelloni with parmesan and bechamel sauce
Lasagna with bolognese sauce, bechamel and parmesan, in beautiful layers of fresh pasta dough
Beef filet mignon topped with a delicious mushroom and cream sauce
Salmon filet with spanish sweet paprika
Eggplant napolitana covered in breadcrumbs, topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Boneless chicken thigh marinated in orange juice
Ribeye steak topped with a delicious mushroom and cream sauce
Italian tiramisú with mascarpone, eggs and sugar cream, layered with coffee dipped lady fingers and topped with grated dark chocolate
Classic italian panna cotta with whipped cream and macerated berries
Chocolate crepe, filled with delicious italian nutella and whipped cream
Classic chocolate mousse
Chocolate and walnut brownie with vanilla ice cream and a touch of dulce de leche
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 Coachella.
What does a private chef service include in Coachella?
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 Coachella?
The price of renting a chef in Coachella 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 102 USD to 141 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 102 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 103 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 117 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 141 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 Coachella?
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 103 chefs available in Coachella. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Coachella 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 Coachella?
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 Coachella each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Coachella, 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 Coachella.
Cost of a private chef in Coachella
The cost of hiring a private chef in Coachella 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 102 USD to 141 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 102 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 103 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 117 USD
For 2 people: 141 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 Coachella?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Coachella: 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 Coachella!

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









