Private Chef in Los Angeles
900+ of the best private Chefs in Los Angeles are ready to customize your request! Find what 56,126 guests in L.A. have loved about welcoming a private Chef into their kitchen.





















Hire a personal Chef in Los Angeles
September of 2016 was when signed our first private Chef in LA. Since then, more than 947 private Chefshave joined our platform and found new ways to use their talents and expertice to share their passion for food.
We have brought unique culinary experiences to more than 56,126 homes in Los Angeles County.
Get menu proposals from our private Chefs and customize any detail you want , talk to as many personal Chefs as you like until you find the right one for you. No commitment until your booking is complete!












How it works
Submit your request
Describe your perfect meal to us. Pick a date, and add any request you may have.
Chat with Chefs
Get menu proposals from private Chefs and customize them until you find the right one.
Craft your menu
Let your menu tell a story! Customize everything from courses to ingredients in your meals.
Book your Chef
With the right Chef and menu, it's time to complete your request, and mark your calendar!
Live the experience
Welcome your Chef and relax! Spend time with your guests instead of doing dishes.
Find your Chef
Fill out your request and start chatting with Chefs
947 personal chefs in Los Angeles
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Over 56,100 guests have enjoyed a Take a Chef experience
4.55 Chef
Private Chef services in Los Angeles have earned a 4.55 guest score.
4.73 Food quality
Our guests have given the menus crafted by their personal Chefs in LA a score of 4.73.
4.7 Presentation
Our private Chefs know that looks are half the taste. Our guests have given their menus a 4.7.
4.77 Cleaningness
Your Chef service is not done until your kitchen is clean. Post-service clean-up has scored a 4.77.
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Over 24,796 menus personalized by personal Chefs in Los Angeles, CA
Put your heart into your menu, and customize it with your personal Chef to match your taste and budget.








Arancini- crispy risotto with pecorino cheese, spicy pomodoro sauce
Edamame, hummus with pita chips
Tomato focaccia flat bread with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar
Hearts of romaine caesar salad with focaccia croutons
New england clam chowder
Napoleon wedge salad with beef, steak, tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese, pickled shallots, and a white balsamic
Spinach and gorgonzola salad with candied pecans, dried cranberries and balsamic dressing
Tomato bisque with croissant croutons
Campanelle pasta with a garlic parmesan cream sauce, asparagus, sun dried tomato, chicken
Beef bourguinon over whipped yukon potatoes
Roasted atlantic cod with white wine lemon butter sauce, french green beans, roasted baby potatoes
Vanilla bean creme brûlée
Warm apple crisp with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
Flourless chocolate cake with vanilla chantilly cream and macerated berries
Assorted cheese & charcuterie platter
Shrimp salad: shaved baby romain, parmesan cheese, pumpkin seeds, corn, mayer lemon vinaigrette
Salami salad: wild arugula, garbanzo beans, white beans, parmesan cheese, pesto vinaigrette
Pan seared angus beef new york steak: colored cauliflower, potato scallops, wild mushrooms ragout, pan glazed sauce
Jumbo shrimp scampi: linguini pasta, baby heirloom tomato, parmesan cream
Surf & turf: chicken & scallops, saffron risotto, green beans, baby heirloom tomato, shaved cauliflower & orange brown butter sauce
Chocolate chocolate mousse cake: berries, berries coulis, walnut dust
Cheese cake : berries coulis & strawberries
Tiritas de pescado (red snapper strips) fresh red snapper marinated with lime, onions, and chilies, a classic dish from zihuatanejo — bright, refreshing, and kissed by the ocean breeze
Pescadillas golden-fried corn empanadas filled with seasoned fish, served with a vibrant house salsa — a beloved guerrero street and beachside specialty
Pescado a la talla whole grilled fish, marinated in a coastal adobo and fire-roasted to perfection. served with spanish rice and a trio of flavors: morita-chile corn & poblano salsa, creamy avocado, and handmade tortillas
Cocada con dulce de tamarindo y mango traditional coconut confection paired with tangy tamarind and sweet mango, capturing the tropical spirit of guerrero
Seasonal crudité with smoked balsamic vinaigrette & white bean puree
Tinned fish board with toasts & accoutrements
Maryland style crab cakes with cocktail sauce
Shrimp cocktail with lemon
Mixed tender lettuces with radish, fine herbs, crab & spring peas
Rockfish ceviche with lime, red onion, serrano & fresh herbs
Tuscan white bean & kale soup with tuna
Spiced garlic shrimp with garlic-cilantro-lime butter
Tuna tartare with cherry tomatoes, cucumber & dill
Frito misto of scallops, shrimp & calamari with shishitos, potatoes & roast tomato marinara
Pan-seared scallops with charred lemon, swiss chard & white bean ragu
Pacific rockfish with roast lemon potatoes, spring peas & garden pesto
Pan roast salmon with moroccan-spiced quinoa, spinach & almonds
Tuna steak with anchovies, broccolini & sweet potatoes
Angel food cake with macerated strawberries, dried blueberries & whipped cream
Basque cheesecake with spiced strawberries
Chocolate zucchini cake with sea salt caramel
Lemon olive oil cake with candied kumquats & orange curd
Pear & cardamom bread pudding with earl grey ice cream
Jumbo lump crab cakes with lemon aioli
Red clam chowder with house made bread
Fresh shucked local oysters on the half shell with minuet and seaweed caviar
Shrimp cocktail with horseradish and lemon
Sautéed mussels with garlic white wine butter
Citrus glazed sustainable salmon, wild baby arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted fingerling potaotes, tangerine gastric
Garlic butter jumbo shrimp over black rice, with glacéd baby carrots
Pan seared scallops over truffle risotto with asparagus tips, cremini mushrooms, prosecco bur blanc
Pan roasted halibut with lemon bur blanc, whipped yukon potatoes, haricot verts
Chocolate espresso, crème brûlée with chocolate dip, biscotti
Warm apple crisp with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
New york cheesecake with lemon blueberries
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
Fresh chips and guacamole classic style with house salsas from scratch
Avocado and citrus salad with arugula, red onion and japanese mint
Cilantro rice - classic green cilantro rice with cumin and onion
Corn tortillas hecho a mano (by hand from scratch)
Striped sea bass la paz - with garlic, oregano, myer lemon, jalapeños and olive oil
Shrimp skewers - with herbs, chiles and roja dipping sauce
Grilled baja oysters - estilo baja sur with grilled lemon and herbs
Chicken tinga - shredded chicken in a smoky, spicy tomato sauce. an ensenada classic
Assorted fresh baked mexican pastries with candied tajin pecans and polincillo cresmoso
Scallop, yuzu kosho, tobiko
Sashimi salad, shiso vinaigrette
Blue crab beignets, sauce gribiche
Grilled avocado, salsa macha, herb salad (vegetarian)
Branzino, smoked corn broth, romanesco, seasonal vegetables
Grilled salmon, lemon garlic sauce, israeli couscous, arugula pesto
Salmon, smoked corn broth, romanesco, seasonal vegetables
Lobster mushroom, smoked corn broth, romanesco, seasonal vegetables (vegetarian)
Lemon tart, citrus, passionfruit
White chocolate verrine, roasted pineapple, yuzu
Lemon tart, raspberry sorbet
Sweet potato cake, coconut ice cream
Scallop, yuzu kosho, tobiko
Sashimi salad, shiso vinaigrette
Dashi soup with matsutake mushrooms (vegetarian)
Pupusa, orange mojo sauce
Tuna toro tataki
Pasta, prawn, ricotta, capers, romesco
Red butter lettuce, english cucumber, heirloom tomato, mint (vegetarian)
Black bean tacos, salsa verde, avocado crema (vegetarian)
Crispy duck, red miso sauce, garlic noodles
Coffee spiced ribeye, aligot potato, parsley, pistou, heirloom carrots
Roasted mushroom, smoked corn broth, romanesco, seasonal vegetables (vegetarian)
Smoked short ribs, red wine jus, aligot potato, romanesco, asparagus
Lemon tart, raspberry sorbet
Sweet potato cake, coconut ice cream
Lemon tart, citrus, passionfruit, white chocolate
White chocolate verrine, almond crumble, roasted pineapple, yuzu
Your own menu
A private Chef dinner for 2 in downtown Los Angeles or a hang out with your friends in Beverly Hills. Craft your experience with a menu just for you. Get menu proposals with no commitment.








Frequently asked questions
Find below the most common questions about private Chefs in Los Angeles.
What's included in a private Chef service in LA?
A private Chef experience in Los Angeles includes planning the menu, buying the food, cooking at your place, serving the meals, and cleaning up afterward. Tableware and glassware are not included. Tipping is up to you.
How much does a private in Los Angeles Chef cost?
The cost of personal Chefs for hire in Los Angeles may vary depending on your group size:
For groups of 13 people or more, the average price is 107 USD.
For groups of 7 to 12 people is 111 USD
For 3 to 6 people groups is 113 USD
For a 2 person experience, the price is 139 USD per person.
Remember that prices may also vary based on season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How do I hire a private Chef in Los Angeles?
To book a private Chef in Los Angeles, select your date and guest count, share your preferences, food allergies or intolerances, and kitchen details. Within minutes you will get at least four customized menu proposals from personal Chefs in Los Angeles. Feel free to check the Chefs' profiles, reviews, and dish photos. Chat directly with our private Chefs for any menu adjustments or questions. Choose your Chef and menu, finalize the booking online, and receive the Chef's contact details to discuss final arrangements.
How can I find a private Chef in Los Angeles?
Currently, we have over 947 private Chefs for hire in Los Angeles, CA. Once you send in your request, available Chefs for the date you choose will send you menu proposals. Get to know them and pick the right personal Chef for you. No commitment at all.
What is the maximum group size for personal Chef services in Los Angeles, CA?
Usually, our dining experiences are an opportunity to bond with your Chef and your guests in an intimate setting. The larger the group, the harder it could be to really share a deep connection. The average largest group size booked with us is 15 people.
Does the private Chef cook at my house?
Yes, the personal Chef service includes the Chef purchasing the ingredients for your customized menu, arriving at your residential or rental home, and preparing the food in your kitchen. You can talk to them while they cook! It's part of the experience. A private Chef may prepare a mise en place previously depending on the complexity of the dishes.
Can I cook along with the private Chef?
Of course, feel like a Chef for a night with your own home Chef in Los Angeles. With an expert in your kitchen you can learn about their history and insights, even pick up a few hacks for your own cooking. If you are passionate about the culinary arts, feel free to share it with your private Chef.
Are the ingredients for a private Chef service fresh?
Every private Chef gives the utmost importance to the freshness of the ingredients used in their menus. The main difference between a restaurant and a private Chef is in the customized treatment of each diner. The Chef personalizes the menu, and based on that menu, purchases the raw food and groceries to develop the menu chosen by the customers. Freshness of ingredients is one of the key elements of a private Chef service.
Are drinks included in a private Chef service?
Not by default. However, you can discuss with your personal Chef the inclusion of drinks in your menu as an "extra" to the menu proposal.
How much should I tip a private Chef in Los Angeles?
You are free to decide on gratuity to your LA private Chef after your service is complete. On average, based on tips given by over 56,126 guests in Los Angeles, CA, guest usually tip 14,72% of their bill to their Chefs.
Key information about private Chefs for hire in Los Angeles
Discover more details about our private Chefs services in Los Angeles.
The average age for our Los Angeles private Chefs is 43.
57% of our available personal Chefs in LA are women.
The average wait time for your first menu proposal is 6 hours.
Our first personal Chef service in Los Angeles, CA was on 2016-09-07.
Almost 24.9% of our private Chef experiences in Los Angeles include kids.
Our most loyal guest in Los Angeles has made 18 personal Chef bookings.
26% growth in private Chef bookings in Los Angeles, CA in the last year.
Our available private Chefs can talk to you in up to 4 languages
62.8% of our guests in Los Angeles hired a home Chef more than once.
Most guests hire a personal Chef for several days. Multi-services average at 7 days.
Satisfied guests have shared more than 9,169 pics and videos on our platforms.
From submitting your request to booking your private Chef in 2 days.
How many private Chef services are booked in Los Angeles each month?
Private Chef bookings vary with seasons and destination. Follow the monthly fluctuation of Los Angeles personal Chefs services on the table above.
Hiring a personal Chef is ideal for any occasion, but keep in mind that prices may vary due to demand and availability. If you are thinking of hiring a private Chef in Los Angeles, CA, we advise you to secure your date early.
How much does a personal Chef in Los Angeles cost?
The number of guests at your table modifies the cost of your private Chef experience in Los Angeles. On average:
- 13 or more people bookings go for 107 USD
- 7 to 12 people bookings go for 111 USD
- 3 to 6 people bookings go for 113 USD
- 2 people bookings go for 139 USD
In Addition to group size, seasonality also influences the cost of your personal Chef service in Los Angeles. Check the following chart of prices our private Chefs in Los Angeles charge for groceries each month.
How many personal Chefs sign up in Los Angeles each month?
Thanks to our year-long presence in the private Chef scene in LA we have built a network of fantastic Chefs that keeps growing.
We sign up 8 new private Chefs monthly. After our verification team green lights them, we put their details at your disposal to bring you new options every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Los Angeles?
The top six types of cuisine in Los Angeles are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
The most requested in all of Los Angeles are Chef's special cuisine menus, where you trust our Chefs to design a menu just for you!
If you don't see the cuisine you want, let your personal Chef know and customize your menu. A private Chef can be a private vegan Chef, or a private sushi Chef, the choice is yours. Submit your request and find the right Chef for your private party in Los Angeles.

Private Chef turn your home into a restaurant
Get a restaurant-level service in the comfort of your own home. Take a Chef brings a unique experience to your table, without lines or parking.
Private Chef services are ideal for a romantic dinner, birthday celebration, or family gathering. Need a vegan personal Chef in Los Angeles or a Chef with healthy options? We've got you covered!
On the day of the service, your private Chef buys the freshest ingredients, cooks, and serves the meal at your table. Plus, our Chefs will leave your kitchen spaces spotless.

Expert private Chefs at your disposal
Welcome one of our more than 100 private Chefs in Los Angeles to a dinner party! Ask them questions, tell them what you want and pick the right Chef for you.
Your word is final on what goes for your menu, make sure to tell your personal Chef all about your dream meal.
All of our Chefs have at least 10 years of experience and have been trained in the best culinary schools.

Los Angeles, a culinary hot-spot
LA is home to a vast dining scene, filled with thrilling cuisine options: 'Bestia' for Italian, ''Republique' for French, 'Night + Market Song' for Thai. But what if you could have restaurant-level Chefs for hire in Los Angeles from the comfort of your home?
Turn your home into the most original restaurant in town with your private Chef.






Chat with our personal Chefs in Los Angeles
A private Chef experience is an opportunity to have an insider's take into their professional journey. Our personal Chefs are trained and experienced in all kinds of restaurants. Tell us what you are looking for and get menu proposals designed just for you.









