Private Chef in Los Angeles
900+ of the best private Chefs in Los Angeles are ready to customize your request! Find what 55,245 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 937 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 55,245 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
937 personal chefs in Los Angeles
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Over 55,200 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 24,363 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.








Antipasti of grilled vegetables, garlic crostini
Sushi and california rolls ( salmon / crab/ tuna ): spicy mayo and onion fries
Dumpling ( pork gyoza / scallions/ chili oil / and sesame seeds )
French chocolate mousse with fruit salad
Pot sticker with spicy lemon dipping sauce
Shrimp lettuce: cajun marinated shrimp, scallion, cilantro, jicama, peanuts & sesame miso dressing
Chicken lettuce cup: 5 spiced marinated chicken, ginger, scallion, cilantro, jicama, peanuts & ginger soy vinaigrette
Black pepper new york steak: garlic butter rice, baby bok choy, wild mushrooms, roasted cauliflower, pan glazed sauce
Pan roasted new zealand cod: garlic butter rice, baby bok choy, wild mushrooms, soy glazed, ginger scallion salad
Coconut bread pudding, grean tea ice cream & walnut dust
Green tea dusted cheesecake, starberries reduction & walnut dust
Lemon panna cotta, graham crackers, berries & coulis
Chocolate chocolate mousse cake: berries, berries coulis
Artesian bread and whipped herbaceous butter mediterranean tapenade
Amuse a gift from the chef
Arencinni, 12 month manchego cheese, truffle crema
Ahi tuna poke mediterranean style, lemon, olive oil, lavash crisps
“foraged “an array of wild mushrooms together with charcoal soil organic vegetables and sherry vinaigrette ,smoked tableside
Seared diver scallops, porcini soil, foraged mushrooms and its mousse, smoking upon service
Creamy vichyssoise with eggplant caviar (vegan)
Lentil cakes, fava humus, olive tapenade, crispy ciabatta croutons, cheven's evoo (vegan)
International charcuterie and cheese presentation
Arugula fennel salad, shaved parmesan myers lemon and cheven‘s final touch extra-virgin olive oil
Goat cheese gnocchi with white truffle corn custard
Brioche and garlic prawns, lemon hollandaise, organic gems
Spring gazpacho, cucumber quinoa tabbouleh , avocado crema
Chopped kale salad, toasted marcona almonds dry apricots, dried cranberries, toasted pepita, preserved lemon cider vinaigrette, duck prosciutto, shaved 6 month manchego cheese
Prawn faro risotto, wild mushroom fricassee, whipped pimento escabeche
Artisan flatbread with 7 spiced chicken, sundried tomato pesto, smoked gouda
24 hour braised short rib roasted purple cauliflower purée, kabotcha squash succotash
Braised osso bucco, forage market mushroom ragu, heirloom tomato basil slaw
Fruit de mar, seasonal mixed seafood, shrimp, scallops, fish, mussels, clams together in a rich saffron tomato fennel broth, toasted baguette, peppered goat cheese spread
Salt baked branzino, fired organic beets, shaved asparagus, pea tendril pesto
Dry aged ny, herbaceous pepita pesto, crispy quinoa tabbouleh, organic vegetable mosaic
Almafi cheese wheel with chef curated pasta expirence
Chocolate flourless decadence , brandied cherries liquid nitrogen custard
Cognac tiramisu, amaretto soil, raspberries and pistachio
Arugula salad with roasted winter squash, spiced pepitas & smoked balsamic
Winter greens salad with clementines, toasted almonds & citronette
Beet gazpacho with fennel & citrus
Curried squash soup with garam masala croutons & herbed creme fraiche
Mixed greens salad with sliced radishes, fines herbs & grainy mustard vinaigrette
Gnocchi with harissa-spiced squash, pomegranate & broccolini
Risotto alla marsala with prosciutto & wild mushrooms
Tagliatelle alla bolognese
Potato & leek ravioli with roast potato jus
Beef bourguignon with roasted root vegetables & hen of the woods
Cassoulet of cannellini beans, confit duck & sausage
Garam masala spiced pork tenderloin with curried cauliflower & sweet potato puree
Herb-crusted cod with charred lemon, spinach & white bean ragu
Herb-roasted chicken breast with moroccan quinoa, olives, toasted almonds & spinach
Salmon over harissa-spiced couscous with fennel, citrus & baby kale
Almond cake with wine-poached pears & vanilla ice cream
Brown sugar buttermilk cake with spiced apples & sea salt caramel
Cannoli with earl grey ricotta cream & candied citrus
Dark chocolate brownies with mint ice cream & bourbon caramel
Flan with orange & spice
Blue crab beignets, sauce gribiche
Grilled avocado, salsa macha, herb salad (vegetarian)
Pupusa, orange mojo sauce
Little gem lettuce, beet, pistachio, goat cheese (vegetarian)
Grilled salmon, lemon garlic sauce, israeli couscous, arugula pesto
Coffee spiced ribeye, aligot potato, parsley, pistou, heirloom carrots
Churros, mexican chocolate
Sweet potato cake, coconut ice cream
Lemon tart, citrus, passionfruit
White chocolate verrine, roasted pineapple, yuzu
Tuna crudo with tomatillos, lime & chili
Heirloom tomato & watermelon with feta, fennel and anise hyssop
Green gazpacho with tomatillos, cucumber & poblano
Curried squash soup with garam masala croutons & herbed creme fraiche
Steak tartar with capers, cornichons, cured yolk & pão
Risotto alla marsala with prosciutto & wild mushrooms
Tagliatelle with roast winter squash & curried venison ragu
Pan seared scallops with oolong varietals & butter braised morels
Pan-seared gnocchi with slow roast tomatoes & chanterelles
Roast delicata squash stuffed with black rice & gruyere with purple cauliflower fondue
Smoked tea duck with lapsang souchong, mole masala & roast carrots
Berkshire pork stuffed tomatoes with cilantro rice & woodear mushrooms
Harissa roast lamb with cauliflower, pomegranate & preserved lemon yogurt
Striped bass with chanterelles, swiss chard, microgreens & parmesan brodo
Pu'erh tiramisu with mascarpone, dark chocolate & ladyfingers
Husk cherry torte with earl grey ice cream
Devil's food cake with salted caramel, spiced & candied nuts
Brown sugar buttermilk cake with spiced apples & sea salt caramel
(included) two varieties of hors d'oeuvres to be passed around as guests arrive
(included) amuse bouche ~ chef curated surprise seasonal dish
Hamachi crudo ~ avocado cream, fermented pepper-citrus vinaigrette, puffed quinoa, chive oil
Tuna tartare ~ crispy sushi rice base, tuna tartare mixed in yuzu kosho mayo, finished with furikake and chili threads
“the caesar” ~ house herb caesar dressing, crispy capers, garlic parmigiano crumble, burnt lemon
Orchard fruit (vgf) ~ seasonal fruit, tomato pepper relish, candied pistachio, aleppo drizzle
Straciatella & squash ~ spiced roasted squash, creamy italian cheese, brown butter honey, marcona crumble, lemon zest, olive oil
Ricotta agnolotti ~ house fresh pasta, citrus ricotta filling, truffle-thyme cream, lemon zest, aged sheep’s milk cheese
Crab arancini ~ golden risotto bites with sweet crab, shrimp bisque reduction, lemon aioli, seasonal crisps
Porcini velouté (v,gf) ~ silky porcini mushroom soup, brown butter mushrooms, chive oil, crispy wild rice
(included) palate cleanser - blood orange and campari sorbet topped with prosecco and raspberry gelèe
Filet mignon - black garlic marinated prime filet, truffle potato mousseline, crispy shallots, sauce trio
Roasted duck breast - crispy maple duck farms duck breast, wild rice pilaf, caramelized shallot–red wine jus, seasonal fruit mostarda
Roasted chicken - roasted pasture-raised chicken, preserved lemon jus, pistachio streusel, seasonal vegetables
Catch of the day - seasonal white fish fillet, tarragon cream sauce, saffron couscous, herb salad, pine nuts
Eggplant (v/gf) - crispy breaded eggplant, citrus–honey glaze, whipped orange labneh, toasted pistachio, fresh herbs
Basil panna cotta - silky basil panna cotta, seasonal berry compote, pistachio praline, mascarpone chantilly
Thousand layer crêpe cake - white chocolate-creme fraiche filling, vanilla chantilly, berry coulis, 24k gold
Espresso caramel torte - chocolate sponge, espresso buttercream, caramel, cocoa nib crunch, sea salt
Coconut & mango verrine (v/gf) - coconut cream, mango compote, toasted coconut, almond crumble, lime zest
Turkey hummus sliders
Hummus & pita chips
Mix green couscous salad: garbanzo beans, tomatoes, cheese, peppers, onion, olive & red wine vinaigrette
Shrimp lettuce salad, tomatoes, pumpkin seeds, almonds, corn & aged white wine vinaigrette
Arugula salad, pears, artichoke, crouton & white balsamic vinaigrette
Chicken & salmon kabob: saffron rice, roasted tomatoes with vegetables, tzatziki sauce
Assorted baklava
Cheese cake : berries coulis & strawberries
Chocolate chocolate mousse cake: berries, berries coulis
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 937 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 55,245 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 44.
40% of our available personal Chefs in LA are women.
The average wait time for your first menu proposal is 4 hours.
Our first personal Chef service in Los Angeles, CA was on 2016-09-07.
Almost 16.2% of our private Chef experiences in Los Angeles include kids.
Our most loyal guest in Los Angeles has made 19 personal Chef bookings.
48% 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 8,689 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.









