Private Chef in Huntington Beach
Rent one of our 533 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 533 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Huntington Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Orange County.
Starting in 2016, 13,574 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 6,086 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 11,557 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.76 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 13,574 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Huntington Beach usually book menus around 178 USD per person, including 3.02 courses, sharing an average of 4.94 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.
533 Private Chefs in Huntington Beach
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More than 13,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.67 Chef
The guests in Huntington Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.67.
4.81 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Huntington Beach received an average score of 4.81.
4.72 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.72 average score.
4.78 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Huntington Beach has been scored with a 4.78 on average.
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6,086 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Huntington Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Grilled vegetable bruschetta - zucchini, squash, onion, tomato, balsamic, garlic, basil
Fried polenta - goat cheese, spinach, charred tomato marinara
Classic bruschetta - tomato, garlic, basil, balsamic
Berry salad - spring mix greens, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, candied pecan
Panzanella salad - heirloom tomatoes, onions, arugula, focaccia
Caprese salad - fresh mozzarella, basil, heirloom tomato, arugula
Citrus avocado salad - avocado, oranges, grapefruit, radish, candied walnuts, manchego cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Mini cheese lasagna - alfredo sauce, garlic scented spinach, asiago, fresh mozzarella
Beef short rib rigatoni pasta - portobello alfredo sauce, asparagus tips, sundried tomatoes
Beef short rib style osso bucco - parmesan risotto, garlic spinach
Seared salmon - roasted potatoes, asparagus, citrus fennel salad,
Seafood pasta - lobster, shrimp, scallops, crab, saffron tomato butter sauce, cappellini pasta
Cheese cake - seasonal flavor of your choice with chantilly cream and anglaise
Chocolate olive oil cake
Tiramisu cheesecake - espresso, dark chocolate, mascarpone whipped cream
Creme brulee - chantilly cream
Tiramisu semifreddo - sponge cake, espresso, dark chocolate, mascarpone whipped cream
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
Warm goats cheese on brioche topped with fresh figs
Scottish smoked salmon, chilled cucumber and sour cream on french toast
Baked oyster with baby spinach and cream cheese glaze
Tomato bruschetta with parmesan shards
Pulled pork on crisp tortillas with red slaw and green salsa
-pear and prosciutto crostini with cream cheese and honey
-spicy italian meatballs with mozzarella and fresh basil
-mini arancini with spicy tomato and red pepper sauce
Chilled leek and potato soup with thai chili crab
Duck led confit on straw potato, lentils and rocket salad
Salad nicoise with seared yellow fin tuna
Fresh wild mushroom fettuccini with white wine and basil sauce,
Asparagus and artichoke risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
Blackened grilled tuna with a warm sicilian style salad, served with hot crusty olive bread
Ceviche of salmon and fresh scallops with chili, lime, coriander and citrus fruit
Baby spinach and ricotta ravioli, tomato and white wine basil sauce
Capresse salad with pesto,grilled peaches and grilled bread
Sydney caesar salad (crispy smoked bacon and egg crumble)
-wild mushroom and black truffle risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
-bbq spanish octopus with moroccan cous cous salad, chorizo, crispy potatoes fresh lemon
-crispy shrimp with sweet and sour peppers dip and vietnamese salad
-chefs johns fish and chip taco with spring pea slaw and tartar dressing
-pan seared sea scallops, celeriac puree and bacon sesame seed crust and sweet pea jus
Duck two way. slow roasted pekin duck breast, citrus glaze and duck leg confit and baby greens and herb salad
Cioppino seafood stew and herb infused linguine with toasted ciabatta
Char grilled new york strip steaks, grilled italian vegetables and confit tomato
Grilled lobster, garlic butter, fondant potatoes and caesar salad. (add $10)
Fillet of wagyu beef, sauce au poivre, gratin potatoes and french beans
Linguine piccole with grilled swordfish, wild baby fennel and a light anchovy sauce
Herb crusted halibut filet on fondant potatoes, tuscan tomato dressing and basil oil
Pan seared halibut fillet with paris mash cardamom baby pea sauce and glazed carrots
Roast rack of new zealand lamb herb crusted, grilled italian vegetables and paris mash
Seared fillet of salmon, paris mash, grilled asparagus and a moroccan tomato dressing
Prime filet of beef wellington glazed red wine shallot sauce, creamed potatoes and fresh greens
-crispy pork belly with asian green salad and wild garlic potatoes
-char grilled rib eye, wild mushrooms, green pepper cream and truffle fries
-crispy duck breast, red coconut curry, glazed pineapple with egg noodles and asian greens
-pan roasted pork tenderloin, grain mustard, smashed pee wee pots and honey glazed brussel sprouts
-seared wagyu beef filet with bubble and squeak, yorkshire pudding and horseradish
Lemon and lime tart with berry compote and heavy cream
Apple tarte au tan with fresh vanilla bean ice cream
Tirami- su
Italian almond tart, red wine poached cherries and mascarpone cream
Fresh vanilla bean crème brulee
Hot raspberry soufflé with raspberry sauce
Warm sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream
Caesar salad - made a la minute with fresh croutons, organic olive oil, egg, shaved romano cheese and citrus
Pasta north beach - al dente linguine tossed lightly with herb-roasted roma tomatoes, olive oil and garlic
Striped sea bass nob hill - wrapped and baked in a delicate pasty crust with myer lemon, japanese mint, cured salmon and baked
Shrimp scampii - the real deal with garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, butter, capers and romano cheese
Cioppino à portuguesa - a portuguese take on the classic seafood stew with shrimp, mussels, whitefish, house broth and spicy portuguese linguica. served with crusty bread
Crab louie - fresh crab with avocado, scallion, coddled egg, fresh herbs, olive oil served over crispy greens
Lemon ricotta pound cake with sweet cream and organic berries
Bruschetta
Fresh fig and goat cheese tart with a balsamic arugula salad
Crudite, seasoned vegetables, baby pea hummus, baba ganoush with creme fraiche, roasted bell pepper aoili
Parisian of mixed melon with strawberry champagne frappe
Capresse salad with pesto and focaccia
Wild mushroom risotto with parmesan shards and fresh herbs
Char grilled octopus greek style with spicy potato salad
Asparagus and artichoke risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
Steamed black mussels, tomato oregano and white wine,
Seared sesame spiced crusted tuna with italian dressing and snow pea salad
Chicken capresse on a bed of fresh basil linguine
Pork loin cutlet milanese with fresh tomato spaghetti
Sautéed salmon fillet on basil mash, spring peas, lardons and champagne sauce
Grilled new york strip steaks, fat chips, whipped herb butter, grilled italian vegetables and confit tomato
Chocolate and pistachio tart with raspberry sorbet
Tirami- su
Lemon panna-cotta with fresh berries
Italian almond tart, red wine poached cherries and mascarpone cream
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
Blackened shrimp scampi
Butter poached lobster - cioppino style fennel seafood broth, crab, shrimp
Classic bruschetta - tomato, garlic, basil, balsamic
French onion soup - gruyere, fried onion
Crab and ahi tuna poki - avocado, ahi tuna, crab, chives, cilantro, lime
Shrimp ceviche - jalapeño, cilantro, lemmon, lime
Caesar salad - garlic crostini, parmesan cheese
Blood poached pear salad - prosciutto, blue cheese, arugula, walnuts
Beet salad - baby beets, goat cheese, arugula, candied orange, orange vinaigrette
Orange salad - ginger dressing, carrots, romaine lettuce, onion, wonton, oranges, radish
Citrus avocado salad - avocado, oranges, grapefruit, manchego cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Stuffed chicken alfredo - kale, parmesan, garlic, fettuccini pasta,
Seared salmon - roasted potatoes, asparagus, citrus fennel salad,
Miso duck - seared duck breast, candied orange peel, duck confit, cassoulet, haricots verts stir fry
Chilean sea bass - roasted fingerling potatoes, haricots verts, tomato butter sauce
Short rib mole - polenta, pickled radish
Beef tenderloin filet with butter poached lobster tail - fondant potatoes, brussels sprouts, lobster cream
Bourbon pecan pie
Chocolate mousse trifle
Croisant bread pudding - carmel, chocolate,
Cheese cake - seasonal flavor of your choice with chantilly cream and anglaise
Tequila lime zabaione - fresh berries
Creme brulee - chantilly cream
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
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 533 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.









