Private Chef in Merritt Island
Rent one of our 108 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Merritt Island
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Merritt Island in March 2017, more than 108 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Merritt Island and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Brevard County.
Starting in 2017, 52,156 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Merritt Island. To book your chef in Merritt Island, 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 20,918 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 36,271 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.73 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 52,156 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Merritt Island usually book menus around 181 USD per person, including 4.18 courses, sharing an average of 5.27 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 Merritt Island.












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.
108 Private Chefs in Merritt Island
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More than 52,100 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.52 Chef
The guests in Merritt Island have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.52.
4.76 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Merritt Island received an average score of 4.76.
4.72 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.72 average score.
4.82 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Merritt Island has been scored with a 4.82 on average.
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20,918 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Merritt Island
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Heirloom tomato & burrata salad with fresh basil, citrus-infused olive oil, and local microgreens
Octopus // charred grilled, smoked paprika, evoo, black garlic salt
Coquilles st. jacques // scallops gratin in creamy white wine sauce
Magret de canard // seared duck breast, crispy skin, berry bordeaux wine reduction
Ravioli // wild mushroom's, sage butter, pecorino, microgreens
Mussels // mussels in classic marinière broth
Gnocchi sorrentino // confit tomato, basil infused, mozzarella
Ribeye // marbled ribeye with roasted garlic butter
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Crème brûlée // grand marnier, wild berries, caramelized crispy sugar
Mousse au chocolat // light and creamy chocolate mousse with nutella waffle
Tiramisu // ricotta & mascarpone cream, espresso, kahlua infused
Crocante de morcilla// blood sausage wrapped with phyllo dough/ served with guacamole sauce (guasacaca). modern latin cuisine
Gator street tacos/ corn meal fried gator meat, chipotle sauce, pickle onions, cilantro cabbage slaw
Camarones a al diabla// pan seared shrimps tossed in garlic guajillo-chipotle sauce, served with chips
Shrimp or fish aguachile// cucumber, red onions, avocado, cilantro, in spicy chilled serrano green broth (mexico)
Empanadas// flour dough stuffed with your choice of (shrimp, lamb, or chorizo) served with chive jalapeno aioli
Octopus salpicon/ tender, flavorful chopped octopus, mixed with onion, pepper, fresh herbs, cilantro jalapeno tangy dressing, served on fried green plantains cups
Esquite/ roasted corn kernels mixed with onions, chiles, and aioli sauce, cotija cheese,
Palmito salad// palm heart, grape tomatoes, avocado, pickle pearl onions, persian cucumber, champagne vinaigrette
Beet salad/ gold yukon potaoes, celery, orange segments, pickle onions, shaved fenel, cilantro avocado dressing
Ensalada de gallina// shredded chicken golden yukon potato salad, carrots/ peas, green apples, mustard chive aioli. venezuelan
Watercress ceasar salad/ bacon bits, croutons, green onions, light caesar dressing
Catch of the day/ pan fried grouper or snapper fillet, topped with creamy yellow pepper sauce, served over cilantro will rice and butter garlic green beans
Catch of the day corbullon/ pan roasted grouper or mahi filler, with saffron, tomato and peppers sauce, served over quinoa and roasted asparagus
Pork loin/ stuffed with mofongo de yucca, with sofrito sauce, served over pan fried vegetables
Porchetta// stuffed pork belly with aromatic, and tangy chimichurri, over latin roots mash, and vegetables
Picahna// fire roasted brazilian steak, with guacamole sauce, over yucca fries
Asado negro/ slow roasted beef with dark, rich brown sugar molasses demiglace sauce, served over garlic mashed potatoes, and brussels sprouts
Bienmesabe (4 milks cake)// yellow sponge cake soaked in a milk and coconut mixture, topped with merengue boulee (venezuela)
Cherries poached in chianti wine with mascarpone cream
Tamalitos// sweet corn cake, wrapped in corn husk, with pina colada pineapple sauce
Flan// classic sweet and creamy latin custard
Street spinach n artichoke dip (vegetarian)
Crab cakes w/lemon-pepper aoli
Chef's salad (vegetarian)
Stuffed avocado w/shrimp
Fried chicken
Grilled new york strips
Blackened salmon platter
Cauliflower steaks w/roasted red pepper and avocado sauce (vegetarian)
Banana pudding waffles w/ice cream
Fried bananas w/chinese five-spice nuts
Strawberry margarita pound cake
Warm spiced breadpudding
Spinach strawberry salad w/ baby spinach, strawberries, red onions, feta cheese & vinaigrette
Classic caesar salad w/ romaine lettuce, homemade garlic croutons, parmesan cheese & caesar dressing
Marinated grilled 16oz ribeye steak w/ parmesan smashed potatoes & garlic asparagus
Surf n turf: marinated 16oz ribeye steak & garlic butter jumbo shrimp w/ parmesan smashed potatoes & garlic asparagus
Surf n turf: marinated 16oz ribeye steak & cajun butter lobster tail w/ parmesan smashed potatoes & garlic asparagus
Cheesecake w/ strawberry sauce and fresh berries
Brown butter chocolate chip cookie skillet a la mode
Red velvet banana pudding
Greek orzo pasta salad w/black garlic basil oil (vegetarian)
Peachy bruschetta (vegetarian)
Charcuterie board
Brie w/caramelized onions (vegetarian)
Lobster bisque
Orzo pasta salad w/black garlic pesto oil (vegetarian)
Carpaccio w/lobster slaw
Fire cracker lobster tail w/udon
Surf n turf w/homemade pappardelle pasta
Eggplant parm (vegetarian)
Crab stuffed salmon w/cilantro lime butter
Sea bass w/tomato & black olives
Tirimisu doughnut breadpudding
Lemon soufflé
Mix berry compote w/whipped ice cream and macaroon crumble
Strawberry cheesecake cookies
Baby greens shaved fennel, oranges, almonds, citrus dressing
Arugula salad cherry tomato, olives, shaved parmesan, lemon dressing
Chicken wings creamy garlic parmesan
Caprese salad fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomato, basil, aged balsamic
Italian bruschetta
Slow cooked italian meatballs
Spinach and artichoke dip crusty bread and crackers
Guava hennessey chicken wings
Bang bang shrimp/ chicken
Garlic butter cajun shrimp over ribeye steak
Bison bolognese parmesan
Chicken parmesan basil and oregano
Slow roasted beef tenderloin porcini sauce
Beef short rib ragu
-eggplant parmesan- (v)
Shrimp scampi
Pan seared salmon lemon butter or pesto sauce
Grilled mediterranean spiced lamb chops
Creamy alfredo
Grilled assorted vegetables
Seasonal risotto
Spaghetti pomodoro
Roasted broccolini w/garlic
Tiramisu ladyfingers, espresso, mascarpone, cocoa
Triple chocolate cake overload vanilla bean ice cream
Strawberry shortcake lavender and whipped cream
White chocolate bread pudding w/ salted caramel sauce
Asparagi in sfoglia /prosciutto-wrapped asparagus puffs with four italian cheeses and sun-dried tomatoes
Focaccia// italian flat bread, topped with sundrie tomato pesto, prosciutto, goat cheese, black olives/ caramelized onions, olive oil
Arancini//sicilian fry crispy rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese/ prosciutto, and spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Chicken or eggplant parmesan fritters // golden brown crispy treats with spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella
Shrimp scampi// sautee shrimps with butter garlic, white wine sauce and fresh herbs. with bread
Antipasti // cold meats, regional italian cheeses, fruits, olives, nuts, bread and crackers
Caesar salad// petite romaine lettuce, prosciutto, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovy-garlic creamy dressing
Stracciatella// italian chicken- egg drop soup. shredded chicken, spinach, basil, peas, grated parmigiano-reggiano and eggs
Salata// greens, tomato cherry, red onions, cucumber, vinaigrette
Minestrone// italian sausage/ summer vegetables, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth
Country salata// arugula, grilled and asparagus, ricotta cheese, almonds, zucchini, radishes, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Pesce del giorno (catch of the day)// pan seared fish wrapped with prosciutto, topped with pizzaiola sauce
Frutti di mare// delightful seafood and tomato stew, topped with fennel leaves and and fresh basil
Pesce del giorno// catch of the day) with salsa verde,fresh herbs, capers, and grilled fennel butter and white wine sauce
Filetto alla chianti and balsamic demiglaze
Filetto al gorgonzola// beef tenderloin, topped with a melted gorgonzola sauce, and crispy onions
Fileto alla pizzaiola// with melted fontina cheese and red pepper and salami sauce
Ossobuco, 5 hours low and slow cooked beef or pork shank in chianti red wine, stock, vegetables, and aromatics
Mediterranean stuffed chicken// spinach, artichokes, ricotta, fontina, parmesan cheeses. with creamy lemon/caper sauce
Sides (choose 2)// garlic mashed potato/ grilled or soft polenta (italian grits) /parmesan risotto/broccolini/ asparagus, / green beans
Panna-cota with wild berries compote
Tiramisu// powerful layering of coffee-soaked savoiardi biscuits , rich cream made with mascarpone cheese, eggs and sugar, sometimes spiced up with a drop of liqueur
Amaretto ricotta cheesecake
Lemoncello cream pie/ crispy phyllo butter crust base, lemon zest
Edamame / lightly salted steamed soybeans, served warm
Tonkotsu ramen / rich and creamy pork bone broth with wheat noodles, chashu pork, soft-boiled egg, and scallions
Pork gyoza / pan-seared dumplings filled with seasoned ground pork, garlic, and ginger, served with a soy-vinegar dipping sauce
Butterfish // wild black cod, white miso, sake, mirin, crispy noddle's, caviar
Wagyu // ultra-marbled japanese beef, nigiri, ponzu glaze, tobiko
Sushi // faroe island salmon, mini cucumber, snow crab, avocado, nori, tobiko
Katsu-don // crispy breaded pork cutlet simmered with onions and egg over a bowl of steamed japanese rice, glazed with a sweet-savory sauce
Peking duck // apples, scallions, garlic, star anise, cassia cinnamon, rainbow carrots, crispy onions
Yakitori // chard grilled smoked, chicken skewer, sake, mirin, chives, ginger glaze, noddles
Mongolian beef // sweet soy glaze, sesame, garlic, green onion, stir fried rice
King salmon // seared, with citrus-herb, crispy noddle's, hibachi veggies
Matcha ice cream / homemade green tea ice cream, smooth and earthy, finished with a sprinkle of roasted rice and yuzu 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 Merritt Island.
What does a private chef service include in Merritt Island?
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 Merritt Island?
The price of renting a chef in Merritt Island 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 110 USD to 159 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 110 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 113 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 131 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 159 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 Merritt Island?
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 108 chefs available in Merritt Island. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island?
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 Merritt Island each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island.
Cost of a private chef in Merritt Island
The cost of hiring a private chef in Merritt Island 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 110 USD to 159 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 110 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 113 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 131 USD
For 2 people: 159 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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Merritt Island?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Merritt Island: 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 Merritt Island!






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









