Private Chef in Huntington Beach
Rent one of our 551 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Huntington Beach
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Huntington Beach in September 2016, more than 551 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Huntington Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Orange County.
Starting in 2016, 14,002 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Huntington Beach. To book your chef in Huntington Beach, 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 6,277 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 12,272 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.77 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 14,002 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Huntington Beach usually book menus around 180 USD per person, including 3.14 courses, sharing an average of 4.96 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 Huntington Beach.












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.
551 Private Chefs in Huntington Beach
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More than 14,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.68 Chef
The guests in Huntington Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.68.
4.82 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Huntington Beach received an average score of 4.82.
4.73 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.73 average score.
4.79 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Huntington Beach has been scored with a 4.79 on average.
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6,277 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Huntington Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








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
-mini arancini with spicy tomato and red pepper sauce
-warm brioche with goat's cheese, arugula, and pickled pear
-carnitas, red slaw, green salsa on tortilla
-daily ceviche on lime tortillas green salsa
-pear and prosciutto crostini with cream cheese and honey
-tomato confit bruschetta with parmesan shards
-olive tapenade, french toast, and sour cream
-chilled cucumber, smoked salmon, sour cream on toast
-bbq spanish octopus with moroccan cous cous salad, chorizo, crispy potatoes fresh lemon
-cream of lobster bisque baked with crisp pastry topping
-chilled creme vichyssoise with buttered leek and angel hair fries
-wild mushroom and black truffle risotto, parmesan, and fresh herbs
- mixed berry salad on a bed of avocado crème, with baby arugula, goats cheese crumble and caramelized pecans tossed with balsamic vinaigrette
-beet tartar salad on warm brioche with baby salad
-seared and spiced ahi tuna with thai dressing, micro herb salad and pickled peppers,
-pan seared sea scallops, celeriac puree and bacon sesame seed crust and sweet pea jus
Asparagus and artichoke risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
Capresse salad with pesto,grilled peaches and grilled bread
Blackened grilled tuna with a warm sicilian style salad, served with hot crusty olive bread
-sydney caesar salad, crispy smoked bacon and egg crumble
-char grilled rib eye, wild mushrooms, green pepper cream and truffle fries
-harissa spiced salmon, yogurt fresh herb dressing with moroccan couscous
-cioppino seafood stew, parmesan polenta with toasted ciabatta
-oven roasted sea bass, ratatouille, herb olive oil with fresh spaghetti
-seared atlantic salmon, paris mash, asparagus, and a tomato moroccan dressing
-pan seared swordfish, herb crust, tuscan tomato dressing, and sweet potato puree
-herb and pepper pepper-crusted chateaubriand, red wine jus, wild mushrooms, fondant potatoes, and carved table-side
Char grilled tenderloin fillet steak, wild baby fennel, tomato confit crispy parmesan potatoes and italian herb butter
Char grilled filet steak and lobster thermidor with potato gratin and caesar salad
Char grilled new york strip steaks, grilled italian vegetables and confit tomato and roasted bay potatoes with basil
-char grilled filet steak, red wine jus with potato gratin, and french beans wrapped in smoked bacon
-roast rack of new zealand lamb, provincial vegetables, gratin potatoes, and minted jus
-crispy duck breast, red coconut curry, glazed pineapple with egg noodles and asian greens
-duck two-way, slow-roasted wood duck breast, citrus glaze, and duck leg confit and herb salad
-classic filet mignon au poivre, hand cut truffle fries and ratatouille
-classic prime filet beef wellington, red wine pepper sauce, paris mash, and fresh greens
Almond frangipane tart, red wine poached cherries and mascarpone cream
-eton mess, crispy meringue, vanilla ice cream, and mixed berries
-apple tarte au tatin with fresh vanilla bean ice cream
-sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream
-vanilla creme brûlée with mixed berries and biscotti
Chocolate and pistachio tart with raspberry sorbet
-flourless chocolate cake made with ground almonds served with vanilla bean ice cream
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
-tomato confit bruschetta with parmesan shards
-chilled cucumber and house-made red pepper hummus
-olive tapenade, french toast, and sour cream
-mini arancini with spicy tomato and red pepper sauce
-sydney caesar salad, crispy smoked bacon and egg crumble
-wild mushroom and black truffle risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
- mixed berry salad on a bed of avocado crème, with baby arugula, goats cheese crumble and caramelized pecans tossed with balsamic vinaigrette
-bbq spanish octopus with moroccan cous cous salad, chorizo, crispy potatoes fresh lemon
-cacio e pepe
Asparagus and artichoke risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
Black mussels, linguine, fresh tomato with garlic parsley croutons
-harissa spiced salmon, yogurt fresh herb dressing with moroccan couscous
-flat iron steak, wild honey, and balsamic charred with greek lemon rice and roasted almond bean salad
-char grilled new york steak, wild mushrooms, green pepper cream and truffle fries
Sautéed lemon-scented chicken breasts, wild fennel, and rosemary with grilled garlic potatoes
-moroccan lamb stew with fattoush salad and lebanese rice
Suggest you favorite main course
French apple tart with vanilla ice cream
-vanilla creme brûlée with mixed berries and biscotti
Almond frangipane tart, red wine poached cherries and mascarpone cream
-flourless chocolate cake made with ground almonds served with vanilla bean ice cream
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
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 Huntington Beach.
What does a private chef service include in Huntington Beach?
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 Huntington Beach?
The price of renting a chef in Huntington Beach 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 143 USD to 156 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 143 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 108 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 122 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 156 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 Huntington Beach?
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 551 chefs available in Huntington Beach. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach?
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 Huntington Beach each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach.
Cost of a private chef in Huntington Beach
The cost of hiring a private chef in Huntington Beach 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 143 USD to 156 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 143 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 108 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 122 USD
For 2 people: 156 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Huntington Beach!
4 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Huntington Beach?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Huntington Beach: 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 Huntington Beach!

Try something different! Try a Private Chef service
The best and most original experiences are those that surprise you from the very beginning and do not stop until the end. These are the experiences that make the best memories. This is Take a Chef’s philosophy. We offer a completely personalized service, show cooking, gastronomic advice and the chance to understand how the dishes on your menu are made. Any American, Asian or Mediterranean dishes can be showstoppers on your dining table with the expertise of one of our Private Chefs.

What is a Private Chef service experience?
The experience begins when you order a menu from Take a Chef. From that moment on, you become the protagonist of an event in which you decide what you want to eat and when you want to eat. Our Private Chefs at Huntington Beach California will analyze your request and send you their proposals to adapt it to your tastes and close your menu definitively. On the day of the event, the Chef will buy the ingredients, cook them at home, carry out the table service and leave everything clean before leaving, so that you can enjoy.

Invite one of Huntington Beach California’s best Private Chefs into your home
We work with many chefs who have experience in top restaurants, gastronomic bars, luxury hotels and more. You’ll be able to view the details of each chef’s training and experience once they send you a menu proposal. However, no matter which chef you choose, we guarantee that you’re in good hands: all of our chefs have at least a decade of experience under their belt and have been trained in top culinary schools. As soon as you receive a menu, we’ll put you in touch with the chef so that you can sort out all the details and make sure everything is to your liking!






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









