Private chef in Detroit
Hire a private chef in Detroit and enjoy a unique dining experience. Talk to one of our 188 chefs to create your own menu and stay on budget.





















Hire a personal chef in Detroit
Discover Detroit's flavors, from Coney dogs to unique local dishes. Our personal chefs bring the best of Detroit into your home for a dining experience like no other.
Since our first chef in 2017, over 33,501 people have enjoyed their own chef in Detroit. With Take A Chef, hiring a personal chef is easy. Whether it's a big party, a cozy dinner for two, or a fun gathering with friends, we make sure your meal is memorable.
Find a Detroit personal chef who fits your style and budget. Let them create an amazing meal so you can enjoy time with your guests.












How it works
Share your request
Tell us your dream meal, event date, and budget. No obligation.
Chat with chefs
Talk directly to chefs! Share your likes and dietary needs, and get multiple proposals.
Craft your menu
Personalize everything from the menu to the ingredients.
Book your chef
Pick your chef, confirm your booking, make your payment, and get ready for a unique experience!
Enjoy the experience
Welcome your chef and enjoy great meals prepared in your kitchen.
188 Private chefs in Detroit
Your ideal private chef in Detroit, MI, is just a few clicks away.












Over 33,500 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in Detroit
4.43 Chef
Guests in Detroit have given their private chef experience a 4.43.
4.78 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Detroit have received a strong 4.78.
4.68 Presentation
Apart from being delicious, our chefs' dishes also look incredible, earning a score of 4.68 in Detroit.
4.81 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Detroit has been scored with a 4.81 on average.
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More than 5,460 menus crafted by our chefs in Detroit
Rent a personal chef for your home in Detroit. Ask for sample menus to get inspired. The menu is yours.








Large shrimp and cocktail sauce
Antipasto - platter of meats, marinaded mozzarella, marinaded artichokes, peppers and olives with crusty baguette (6 guests and over,)
Antipasto bites cheese tortellini mozzarella balls salami roasted red pepper artichoke olive
Brown butter scallops on a lemon risotto with shaved parmesan
Caprese skewers cherry tomatoes mozzarella balls pesto basil and balsamic glaze
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Italian panzanella bread tomatoes cucumber red bell pepper red onion basil
Sonoma salad mixed leaves strawberries red onion walnuts maple and dijon dressing
Filet mignon with white wine mushrooms bell peppers tomatoes & oregano and fettucine pasta
Salmon and halibut duet, beurre blanc, potato gnocchi, shallots, leeks, mushrooms and tomatoes
Roast rack of lamb genghis khan (marinaded in spices and then brushed with hoi sin before roasting)with celery root puree and haricot vertes
Vegetarian pasta sauteed in olive oil with peppers, olives, artichokes, mushrooms and parmigiano
Cannoli
Zabaglione egg sugar marsala wine fresh berries tuille chips
Vanilla bean pannacotta
Tiramisu
Applewood smoked scallops on a velvety smooth cauliflower puree
Crab cake and spicy remoulade
Cucumber cups with shrimp salad
Lobster bisque shooters
Brown butter scallops on a lemon risotto with shaved parmesan
Shrimp ceviche - marinated shrimp in lime juice with cilantro, jalapenos and tomatoes with creamy avocado and crispy tortilla shell
Seared tuna with wasabi aioli and served in a cucumber wrap with pickled ginger, black sesame and wonton chips
Red snapper shrimp cajun cream sauce gritcake | roast asparagus | cajun cream sauce
Chilean sea bass marinated in citrus and mediterranean herbs, grilled and served on a rice pilaff finished with a zesty gremolata of parsley, lemon and garlic
Pan seared salmon with poached egg, wilted spinach and hollandaise sauce accompanied with cous cous
Butter poached lobster tails, lemon risotto, sundried tomato , basil, parmiagiana
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Cheesecake with balsamic strawberries
Tres leches with strawberries compote
Seared scallop arugula tomato aioli
Charcuterie board / breads/breadsticks ( 6 people plus)
Bacon wrapped dates stuffed with gruyere with maple syrup
Large shrimp and cocktail sauce
Arugula spinach strawberry salad poppy seed dressing
Salade de chevre chaud ( salad of lettuce, tomatoes , walnuts and red onion with toast points of warm goats cheese accented with honey
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Butter poached lobster tails, lemon risotto, sundried tomato , basil, parmiagiana
Filet mignon , crabcake, choron sauce, dauphinoise potatoes, grilled asparagus
Chilean sea bass, puree potatoes, beurre blanc and olive oil roast asparagus
Sugar snap pea risotto
Brownies smores toffee crunch marshmallow candies bacon
Cheesecake with balsamic strawberries
Creme brulee with berries and pitachio crumble
Bacon wrapped dates stuffed with gruyere with maple syrup
Antipasto bites cheese tortellini mozzarella balls salami roasted red pepper artichoke olive
Caprese skewers cherry tomatoes mozzarella balls pesto basil and balsamic glaze
Avocado fries with tahini miso sauce
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Deconstructed panzanella salad . bruschetta, roast red pepper, blistered tomatoes, baby cucumber, capers. white wine vinaigrette laced with pesto and fresh basil
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Devonstructed fattoush salad with pomegranate
Baked seabass provencal in a rich heirloom tomato, olive and wine sauce with garlic green beans and gnocchi accented with lemon
Chicken alfredo , hand made tagliatelle
Filet mignon red wine butter sauce, dauphinoise potatoes, grilled asparagus
Mustard herb roasted pork loin with blueberry chutney, herb roasted redskins, puree potatoes
Meaty short rib bolognese - a meaty rich sauce consisting of slow simmered short rib and pork in red wine cooked as a traditional mouthwatering bolognese resulting in an incredibly tender and satisfying meaty pasta dish
Banana foster
Vanilla bean creme brulee french toast
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Dates rolled in bacon with maple glaze
Avocado fries with tahini miso sauce
Caprese skewers cherry tomatoes mozzarella balls pesto basil and balsamic glaze
Brown butter scallops on a lemon risotto with shaved parmesan
Arugula, spinach and strawberry salad with feta, almonds and poppy seed dressing
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Baked lobster tail, dauphinoise potato cake, roasted asparagus
Seared salmon with bourbon maple glaze, haricot vertes and garlic , roasted shallot mash potatoes
Pan fried mediterannean cod tomato basil sauce caramelised shallot creamed potatoes | sugar snap peas
Grilled vegetable tower with mozzarella, marinara sauce and haricot vertes
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Creme brulee with fruits
Tiramisu
Hummus and vegetable spears
Cheese and fruit board
Charcuterie board
Large shrimp and cocktail sauce
Bacon wrapped dates stuffed with gruyere with maple syrup
Applewood smoked scallops on a velvety smooth cauliflower puree
Lamb cutlet with chimmichurri
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Seafood jambalaya shrimps scallops mussels | bell peppers tomatoes rice
Filet mignon paired with butter poached lobster tail, dauphinoise potato cake, roasted asparagus
Duo filet and miso glazed chilean sea bass , asparagus and lemon risotto
Chicken saltimbocca - bone in chicken breast topped with prosciuttio and served in a white wine and lemon sauce sage leaves, gnocchi and haricot vertes
Brownies smores toffee crunch marshmallow candies bacon
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Cheesecake with balsamic strawberries
Apple crisp and maple cream
Chicken shwarma pita pocket
Lamb cutlet with chimmichurri
Steak bites with blue cheese sauce
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Tomato soup with grilled cheese
Filet mignon red wine butter sauce, dauphinoise potatoes, grilled asparagus
Filet mignon with white wine mushrooms bell peppers tomatoes & oregano and handmade fettucine pasta
Chateaubriand for 2 zip sauce roast shallot puree potatoes grilled vegetables
Filet mignon with coffee rub seasoning, red wine reduction, truffle scented puree potatoes, garlic beans
Apple crisp and maple cream
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Creme brulee with berries and pitachio crumble
Brownie smores, topped with bed of mallow and heath crunch with candied bacon
Chicken schwarma in pita pockets
Lamb cutlet with chimmichurri
Steak bites with blue cheese sauce
Caprese salad buffalo mozzarella sliced tomatoes basil balsamic reduction
Caesar salad romaine parmigiano - reggiano garlic crouton parmesan dressing
Tomato soup shooter with grilled cheese
Filet mignon red wine butter sauce, dauphinoise potatoes, grilled asparagus
Filet mignon with white wine mushrooms bell peppers tomatoes & oregano and fettucine pasta
Chateaubriand for 2 zip sauce roast shallot puree potatoes grilled vegetables
Filet mignon woth coffee rub seasoning, red wine reduction, truffle scent potatoes, garlic green beans
Brownies smores toffee crunch marshmallow candies bacon
Cream puffs with whipped cream, chocolate fudge and ice cream
Creme brulee with berries and pitachio crumble
Apple crisp and maple cream
Design your own menu
Your personal chef will work with you to create the ideal menu for your event. They'll customize dishes based on your budget, dietary restrictions, and any special requests for your private dinner.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chefs in Detroit.
What's included in a private chef service in Detroit?
Your private chef experience in Detroit includes menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, serving meals, and cleaning up afterward. Please note that tableware and glassware are not provided, and tipping is at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Detroit, MI?
Private chef rates vary based on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average cost is 121 USD per person. Groups of 7 to 10 people typically pay 115 USD per person, while smaller groups of 3 to 6 people are 130 USD per person. Couples can expect to pay 122 USD per person on average. Prices may fluctuate due to factors like season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How to book a personal chef in Detroit, MI?
To book a private chef in Detroit, select your date, specify the number of guests, and detail your preferences, dietary restrictions, and kitchen setup. You’ll get customized menu proposals and chef profiles with dish photos. Communicate directly with the chefs to make adjustments and finalize your choice. Complete your booking online and receive the chef’s contact details.
How can I find a personal chef in Detroit?
With a pool of 188 talented chefs, simply fill out a form to receive menu proposals from the top three chefs available for your event. Review their profiles and select your preferred chef. If none match your requirements, we'll present additional options until you find the perfect fit.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service in Detroit?
There's no strict maximum number of guests. However, please note that private chef services are typically designed for smaller gatherings with friends or family in the comfort of your home. While there’s flexibility, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, the private chef prepares your meal in your home. Depending on the menu and kitchen facilities, the chef may do some prep work beforehand to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Can I cook alongside the private chef?
Certainly! Many clients enjoy cooking alongside the chef for a hands-on experience. Whether you’re a home chef or an expert, your chef will gladly involve you and share culinary tips.
Are the ingredients for a private chef service in Detroit fresh?
Absolutely! Private chefs use fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced for your event. Your chef selects the best produce, meats, and seafood to craft delicious dishes.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
Drinks are not typically included but can be arranged with your chef to complement your meal. Discuss beverage options and consider adding this as an "extra" when planning with your chef.
What is the customary tip for a private chef in Detroit?
Tipping is optional and based on your satisfaction with the service provided. On average, tips in Detroit average 14.72% of the total bill, reflecting the appreciation of 33,501 guests.
Key information about Detroit's personal chefs
Find out more about our personal chefs in Detroit and what they do.
Our personal chefs in Detroit, MI, have an average age of 40, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
46% of our chefs in Detroit are women.
It takes only 5 hours from your request to get the first menu.
We started our private chef service in Detroit in 2017-04-22.
10.6% of our personal chef services in Detroit include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in Detroit 21 times.
35% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Detroit in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 4 languages.
More than 55.8% of our guests hire a personal chef in Detroit more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 5 days in Detroit.
We’ve uploaded over 1,305 pictures of our Detroit personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef in Detroit.
How many private chef services are booked in Detroit each month?
The bookings for a private chef in Detroit vary based on the time of year. To view monthly fluctuations of personal chefs in Detroit, MI, check this table.
Renting a private chef in Detroit is a good idea any time of year, but prices can increase with demand. To ensure you get your chef for hire in Detroit, we suggest booking early.
How much does a personal chef cost in Detroit, MI?
The cost of a private chef in Detroit depends on the number of guests. It varies from 121 USD to 122 USD per person.
For 13 or more people: 121 USD. For 7 to 12 people: 115 USD. For 3 to 6 people: 130 USD. For 2 people: 122 USD.
Interested in booking? Enjoy a unique culinary experience with a personal chef from the metro Detroit area.
Remember, prices change according to seasonality and location. The chart below shows typical monthly prices for our private chefs in Detroit.
How many personal chefs sign up in Detroit each month?
Having partnered with private chefs in Detroit for years, we've built strong relationships and earned the trust of many local chefs. Our growth continues as guests highly recommend their exceptional experiences.
To bring the best experience to your home in Detroit, MI, we add 1 new personal chefs each month. Our team constantly reviews and classifies their profiles so you can always find new and exciting chefs.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Detroit?
Our six main types of cuisine in Detroit are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American.
However, the most requested cuisine in Detroit is Chef's special. Our Detroit chefs can make anything you want!
Our private chefs design menus tailored to your dietary needs, including fusion cuisine options. Submit your request to discover the treats crafted by our chefs.

Bring a private chef to your home in Detroit
Enjoy the best of Detroit's culinary scene right at home with dishes like Detroit-style pizza, fresh Great Lakes fish, and global cuisine. Whether it's for a bachelorette party, anniversary, or a casual get-together, a private chef in Detroit will make your event special.
Take a Chef offers unique dining experiences for any occasion in Detroit, from holiday parties and corporate events to birthdays and family get-togethers. No matter the theme, a private chef in Detroit can make it happen!
On the day of your event, your chosen chef will source the freshest ingredients, cook, and serve a delicious meal in your Detroit home. They'll even leave your kitchen spotless!

Detroit's best private chefs in your kitchen
Each of our private chefs in Detroit has been trained in leading culinary schools and boasts years of experience in the city's top restaurants. Discover our network of 188 personal chefs available in Detroit; we're confident we can connect you with the perfect chef.
Detroit, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant food scene, offers everything from classic Coney Island hot dogs to fine dining. Our chefs bring the best of Detroit's flavors directly to your table.
Bring a private chef to your Detroit home and elevate your celebrations.

Your house, the city's best restaurant
Detroit offers a mix of classic comfort food and modern cuisine all year round. Don’t wait to savor the flavors of Detroit. With Take a Chef, you can create a unique and intimate dining experience. We provide more than just a private chef agency; we share a passion for food and give you the opportunity to connect with loved ones in the comfort of your own home.






Hear from our Detroit private chefs
Experience the unique flavors our private chefs bring to your table in Detroit. Enjoy a unique experience at home with a Detroit chef! Let a personal chef elevate your event by tailoring the perfect course meal to your preferences and personalizing every detail.
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