Private Chef in Miami
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Hire a personal Chef in Miami
Enjoy Miami's exciting food scene with our talented private Chefs! Whether you're craving Cuban classics or trying new flavors in Little Haiti, a private Chef in Miami brings diverse cuisine to your table.
Since 2017, over 73,059 people have enjoyed a personal Chef in Miami, FL, with Take a Chef. If you need a chef in Miami for a dinner party, a birthday celebration, or any kind of event, we promise an unforgettable experience.
Try something unique that fits your budget. Hire a personal Chef in Miami who suits your taste and impress your guests with authentic flavors in every bite.












How it works
Customize your request
Describe your perfect menu: cuisine type, preferences, and any dietary needs.
Receive proposals
Our Chefs will create personalized menus just for you.
Chat with Chefs
Talk to our private Chefs until you find your perfect match.
Book your experience
Happy with your choice? Then complete your request and mark your calendar!
Enjoy!
Talk to your guests and count down the days until this incredible experience.
Find a local chef
Customize your request and connect with Chefs.
850 private Chefs in Miami
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More than 73,000 guests satisfied with their experience
4.64 Chef
Personal Chef services in Miami have scored a 4.64 with our guests.
4.82 Food quality
Our guests have given a4.82 to the menus crafted by their private Chefs in Miami, FL.
4.76 Presentation
Display is just as important as taste; the dish presentation of their menus has granted our Chefs a 4.76 guest score.
4.84 Cleanup
Post-service cleanup by our personal Chefs has been given a 4.84 by guests in Miami.
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32,711 menus customized by our private Chefs in Miami
Tell our Chefs what you expect of your culinary experience, and let them craft unique menus for you. Adjust everything to your taste and budget.








Arepita bites with queso fresco & ají verde
Chicharrón – crispy pork
Caribbean ceviche in lime juice with red onion, cilantro, mango)
Mojo-marinated pork – citrus-garlic slow-cooked pork, served with black beans, rice, and plantains
Tostones / maduros – fried green or sweet plantains 
Lomo saltado – beef stir-fry with fries
Argentinian steak with chimichurri
Key lime flan
Guava and cheese crème brûlée
*ceviche- shrimp and white fish in lime with a cantaloupe horseradish cocktail sauce with champagne vinegar
*roasted tomato bruschetta chili peppers charred shallot quest blanco toasted baguette
*grilled octopus basil marinara meyer lemon yogurt aioli
*fried cheese and pork belly jam. toasted crostini
*calabrian chile pepper and lime butter prawn cocktail with cantaloupe horseradish cocktail sauce
*truffled burrata fresh mozzarella and torn basil. white bean purée brined olives and marinated vegetables. grilled flat bread
*marinated pork skewers blackened and honey glazed, mango chutney
*crispy pork belly, onion garlic jam crusted bread
*stuffed long peppers with ground beef and melted cheese in a diablo sauce with queso fresco & corn salsa and corn chips
*roasted corn ribs - cilantro grated cheese cracked pepper lime
*chopped green salad carrots celery radish citrus vinaigrette dressing
*grilled endive salad - grilled shallots fig and herb croutons
*seared ahi tuna salad roasted corn radish and cumin cilantro vinaigrette dressing
*petite wedge salad blue cheese crumbles chopped vegetables thyme ranch dressed radish confetti herb croutons
*arugula and watermelon salad with champagne citrus vinaigrette & goat cheese
*grilled white fish in shredded potato and cilantro with asparagus and béchamel and corn pudding
*argentine steak- marinated skirt steak dry rubbed with herbs blackened served with herb rice or wild mushroom polenta day vegetable
*seafood and sausage paella prawns, scallops, lobster and white fish with wild rice
*boneless pork ribs marinated and dry rubbed on the bbq. grilled plantains herb potatoes and day vegetable
*pork ribs bbq chilean peppered honey roasted vegetables and herb potatoes
*argentine chicken blackened with a curried orange remoulade herb rice and roasted vegetables
*cuban pork chops grilled and blackened finished with a mango chutney and smashed sweet potato
*baked pineapple cinnamon toasted coconut mascarpone cheese and maple syrup
*my signature dessert from food network “chopped”a deconstructed tiramisu with poached seasonal fruit toasted coconut flakes and maple syrup
*my signature dessert from food network “chopped an orange cup filled with mango sorbeto mascarpone cheese and toasted coconut flakes
*bananas foster with rum cinnamon and vanilla ice cream
*bread pudding seasonal fresh fruit vanilla creme anglaise and chocolate drizzle
*grilled plantains wrapped with pork belly guava jam and wild flower honey
Black bean soups (frijoles negro)
Lentil soup (lentejas)
Traditional cuban ajiaco
Avocado salad with tomato, onions, vinegar and olive oil
Cucumber red onions lime and salt salad
Seasonal mixed salad with toasted bread croutons
Mojo pork with cassava with garlic citrus sauce (cerdo asado con mojo con yuca con mojito)
Cuban style ground beef with white rice (picadillo con arroz blanco)
Vegetable fried rice (arroz frito de vegetales) and special fried rice( arroz frito con camarones , pollo, y jamon)
Shrimp scampi (camarones alajillo)
Coconut flan single portion
Guava flan single portion
Shrimp cocktail with mayonnaise and tropical fruit
House salad italian style
-arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, diced beef tenderloin sautéed in modena balsamic vinegar, served with italian extra virgin olive oil and parmesan shavings (with honey-roasted almonds)
- shrimp sautéed with garlic and parsley, served on beet mayonnaise with a caper and olive mince/pâté
-beef or tuna or corvina tartare in italian style
Asparagus risotto and mushroom with truffle flavor
Limoncello risotto with asparagus and pistachio cream
Linguine tomato source, tuna more olives, oregano and capers
Carbonara pasta with mushrooms and more parmigiano reggiano
-linguine with seafood (mussels, clams, shrimp, octopus, squid, scallops) in a lemon pesto cream sauce with almonds and cheese
--asparagus risotto with fresh fish (mahi-mahi, tuna, or other)
-lobster & ricotta stuffed tortellini served with a rich red shrimp sauce
Beef filet mignon red wine reduction sauce, bacon-infused mashed potato cream with truffle oil, sautéed mixed vegetables finished with italian balsamic glaze
Honey glazed mahi mahi — mild white fish brushed with a honey-soy glaze, served with coconut or jasmine rice and vegetables
Honey glazed salmon with sesame broccolini
Baked chicken or turkey breast flavored with italian spices and wine, served with a cream of mixed roasted vegetables
- pork tenderloin with apples and mustard
Oven-roasted turkey (pork or chicken)marinated with garlic and italian spices, covered with bacon and baby carrots, served whole or sliced
Tiramisu in a glass
Crème brûlée with chocolate pearls (three colors)
Chocolate covered strawberry's
• caprese and avocado salad in a skewer with a spicy balsamic reduction
• crostini topped with avocado cream and a spicy, garlicky shrimp
• chipotle hummus with crudités
• crostini with feta cheese and a peach-jalapeño pico de gallo
• choriqueso (chorizo with cheese) quesadilla bites
• grilled quesadillas filled with roasted poblano peppers and roasted corn in a creamy sauce
• molletes: traditional mexican toast with refried beans and a blend of three cheeses au gratin, topped with pico de gallo
• sinaloa-style cream cheese shrimp dip
• the best guacamole ever, served with tortilla chips
• ahi tuna aguachile (raw ahi tuna submerged in a spicy serrano pepper-lime marinade)
• shanklish: yogurt cheese balls coated with za'atar and chile de árbol
• mexican angel-hair pasta (fideo) in a tomato-chipotle sauce with chorizo
• spaghetti with cilantro-pepita pesto
• jícama and mandarin orange salad with pepitas (roasted pumpkin seeds) (nov.-apr.)
• watermelon-tomatillo salad with jalapeño dressing (may-sept.)
• peach, tomato, tomatillo and jalapeño salad
• spicy avocado soup (chilled)
• sweet corn, tomato, and avocado salad with cilantro-jalapeño dressing
• traditional tortilla soup (sopa azteca) served with accoutrement (for self-assembly): cheese, crema, roasted ancho chiles, cilantro, avocado
• smoked trout tostada topped with slices of avocado
• chef's garden salad with mustard vinaigrette
• roasted poblano pepper and corn lasagna
• bacon-japapeño mac & cheese
• beer-braised pork tacos, served with habanero-pickled onions
• baked chicken enchiladas in a creamy sauce, au gratin (enchiladas suizas)
• flank steak tacos with jamaica (hibiscus) and jalapeño syrup (spicy and sweet)
• queso fundido (melted cheese blend) with either crispy chorizo or garlic mushrooms
• shrimp (or whitefish) mexican ceviche, served with plantain chips
• tequila, chipotle, and crema shrimp
• pan-seared mahi mahi in adobo with grilled pineapple salsa
• shrimp and grits with a mexican twist
• coffee flan with a subtle tequila whipped cream
• grilled plantains in a honey buttery sauce with fresh berries, pecans, and homemade crema
• mexican chocolate mousse with burnt rum
• rich brown butter and walnut brownies, served with vanilla ice cream
• silky cream cheese flan, served with fresh berries
• spicy mexican dark chocolate torte (flourless)
• mango-serrano pepper-mezcal sorbet
• spicy dark chocolate pudding with chile and cinnamon
• corn panna cotta with blueberry coulis
Caprese salad - sliced fresh mozzarella (or vegan cheese) tomatoes an basil drizzedl with balsamic glazer and olive oil
Roasted beet and goat cheese salad - roasted beets paired with creamy goat cheese, arugula and a citrus vinaigrette, sprinkled with pistachios
Garlic butter shrimp -juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic and white wine, served with crusty bread
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Grilled chicken with lemon herb sauce - juicy grilled chicken thighs topped with a zesty lemon herb sauce, served with roasted potatoes, and green beans
Vegetarian ratatouille - a medley of roasted zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and bell peppers, in a light tomato sauce, served with crusty bread
Honey glazed salmon with couscous - pan seared salmon topped with a honey glaze, served with a lemon infused couscous and grilled asparagus
Fillet mignon with garlic butter - grilled fillet mignon topped with garlic herb butter, served with mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus
Crème brûlée with fresh berries - a creamy vanilla custard topped with a layer of crispy caramelized sugar
Strawberry cheesecake - a creamy strawberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and a berry glaze
Chocolate chip cookie
Italian cold meats and burrata board
-tropical fruits caramelized with honey and lime, served with a small mahi-mahi fillet in an orange cream sauce
-burrata cheese served on a bed of spinach cream and sprinkled with shavings of parmigiano reggiano cheese
-arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, diced beef tenderloin sautéed in modena balsamic vinegar, served with italian extra virgin olive oil and parmesan shavings (with honey-roasted almonds)
-baked stuffed mushrooms
-breaded and fried shrimp with avocado mayonnaise
-grilled eggplant (two varieties) with oil and spices, served with asparagus (white or green) and accompanied by a honey and orange glaze
Mushroom, sausage and saffron risotto with lime
Fresh pasta with saffron and roasted peppers, caramelized spring onions, and toasted almonds
Tortellini stuffed with ricotta and spinach with butter cream, walnuts and sage
Linguine tomato source, tuna and zafarán
-spaghetti (or short pasta) with creamed spinach
-spaghetti with asparagus cream, pistachios, and a dusting of lime
-radicchio and red wine risotto with cheese cream
--asparagus risotto with fresh fish (mahi-mahi, tuna, or other)
-a classic mediterranean pasta dish with tomato sauce, pesto, and cream for an explosion of flavors
Pasta alfredo with shrimp and parsley
Mezza manica pasta with spicy pink sauce, sicilian chili pepper and vodka
- pasta with tomato sauce, fresh tuna, and capers
Stew, beef with red wine reduction and mixed vegetables
Sicilian-style tuna or swordfish
Chicken escalope with vegetables
Garlic and lemon prawns with butter and fried seafood batter
-baked salmon with aromatic herbs side dish: sautéed spinach and carrots
-filet mignon in a cream sauce with mustard, soy sauce, capers, and tri-color peppercorns
-tender lamb ribs slow-braised in italian red wine (primitivo or montepulciano), finished with a blackberry glaze
-fresh fish (sea bass, pargo, or fresh catch of the day) baked in butter and italian spices, accompanied by sautéed vegetables and mashed potatoes with nutmeg and pepper
-sea bass with limoncello and butter, infused with mint spices, served with tender lamb ribs and white asparagus
Chocolate cake with a warm, melting center
Tiramisu
Crème brûlée
• the best guacamole ever, served with tortilla chips
• crostini topped with avocado cream and a spicy, garlicky shrimp
• molletes: traditional mexican toast with refried beans and a blend of three cheeses au gratin, topped with pico de gallo
• choriqueso (chorizo with cheese) quesadilla bites
• grilled quesadillas filled with roasted poblano peppers and roasted corn in a creamy sauce
• chipotle hummus with crudités
• caprese and avocado salad in a skewer with a spicy balsamic reduction
• sinaloa-style cream cheese shrimp dip
• ahi tuna aguachile (raw ahi tuna submerged in a spicy serrano pepper-lime marinade)
• crostini with feta cheese and a peach-jalapeño pico de gallo
• shanklish: yogurt cheese balls coated with za'atar and chile de árbol
• mexico city-style street corn (lime juice, chili pepper powder, a hint of mayo)
• mexican angel-hair pasta (fideo) in a tomato-chipotle sauce with chorizo
• sweet corn, tomato, and avocado salad with cilantro-jalapeño dressing
• spicy avocado soup (chilled)
• watermelon-tomatillo salad with jalapeño dressing (may-sept.)
• jícama and mandarin orange salad with pepitas (roasted pumpkin seeds) (nov.-apr.)
• traditional tortilla soup (sopa azteca): spicy tomato broth, crispy tortilla strips. queso fresco, ancho chiles, avocado and crema
• smoked trout tostada topped with slices of avocado
• spaghetti with cilantro-pepita pesto
• peach, tomato, tomatillo and jalapeño salad
• chef's garden salad with mustard vinaigrette
• turkey-mint meatballs in a tomato-chipotle sauce with homemade crema
• beer-braised pork tacos, served with habanero-pickled onions
• flank steak tacos with jamaica (hibiscus) and jalapeño syrup (spicy and sweet)
• bacon-japapeño mac & cheese
• baked chicken enchiladas in a creamy sauce, au gratin (enchiladas suizas)
• queso fundido (melted cheese blend) with either crispy chorizo or garlic mushrooms
• shrimp (or whitefish) mexican ceviche, served with plantain chips
• chicken mole tacos, made with black oaxaca mole
• grilled flank steak strips marinated and dark mexican beer, served with rice and beans
• pan-seared mahi mahi in adobo with grilled pineapple salsa
• lime-rubbed grilled chicken tacos with avocado-corn relish
• shrimp and grits with a mexican twist
• silky cream cheese flan, served with fresh berries
• traditional mexican three-milks cake (pastel de tres leches) (6+guests)
• grilled plantains in a honey buttery sauce with fresh berries, pecans, and homemade crema
• coffee flan with a subtle tequila whipped cream
• spicy mexican dark chocolate torte (flourless)
• mexican traditional corn ice cream, served with savory popcorn
• mexican chocolate mousse with burnt rum
• rich brown butter and walnut brownies, served with vanilla ice cream
• mango-serrano pepper-mezcal sorbet
• dulce de leche cheesecake with pecans (6+ guests)
• sweet corn ice cream
• spicy dark chocolate pudding with chile and cinnamon
• warm cherry-jalapeño-mint upside-down cake
• corn panna cotta with blueberry coulis
Your home, your menu
No restaurant will allow you to make decisions on their menu. With our Miami Chefs for hire, you can craft a tailor-made menu for you and your guests. Submit your request and get menu proposals in minutes. No committment at all!








Frequently asked questions
Check below the frequently asked questions about hiring our private Chefs in Miami
What does a private Chef service include in Miami?
The personal Chef services in Miami cover everything from designing a menu and getting ingredients to setting up, cooking on-site, serving at the table, and cleaning up afterward. Please note that we don't provide tableware or glassware, and gratuity is left to your discretion.
How much does a personal Chef cost in Miami?
The cost of a private Chef in Miami varies from 115 USD to 130USD per person, depending on the group size:
Groups of 13 or more have an average rate of from 115 USD per person. For 7 to 12 people, the average is 117 USD per person, and for 3 to 6 people, it's 135 USD per person. On average, for 2 guests, the rate for a private chef in Miami is 130USD per person.
Prices can change seasonally and depending on location. Last-minute bookings for a personal Chef in Miami might also affect the cost.
How can I hire a private Chef in Miami?
To rent a Chef in Miami, pick a date, tell us how many guests are there, and share your food preferences and kitchen details. Within a few hours, you'll get four customized menus and access to chef profiles, reviews, and dish pictures.
You can chat directly with Chefs to tweak the menu and finalize your booking online. Once confirmed, we'll give you the Chef's contact info for more details.
How can I find a private Chef in Miami, FL?
If you're looking for private Chef services in Miami, we have 850 Chefs available. Fill out a form to discover the best chef for your date. The top four local chefs available on your chosen date will send menu ideas. Before you hire a personal Chef in Miami, check out their profiles and proposals to find the perfect fit.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private Chef experience in Miami?
Yes. On the day of your experience, the Chef of your choice will pick up fresh ingredients and prepare the menu you agreed to right in your kitchen. Depending on the complexity of the menu or the compatibility of your kitchen battery, your personal Chef can prepare a mise en place before arriving at your home.
Does the private Chef cook at my house?
Yes. On the day of your experience, the private Chef of your choice will pick up fresh ingredients and prepare the menu you agreed to right in your kitchen. Depending on the complexity of the menu or the compatibility of your kitchen battery, your personal Chef can prepare a mise en place before arriving at your home.
Can I cook along with the private Chef?
We highly recommend it! It's not every day you get to share a one-on-one culinary experience with the expert Chef preparing it. Enjoy your private Chef experience to the fullest by asking questions to your Chef and even learning a few new tricks from them!
Are the ingredients for a private Chef service fresh?
Fresh ingredients are a priority for professional cooking. Every one of our personal Chefs in Miami aims to bring the same service standards as a restaurant to your home. After customizing your menu, the chef purchases what they need to make it come to life on the scheduled date.
Are drinks included in a private Chef service?
Drinks are not included by default. However, you can reach an agreement with your Chef to add drinks as an "extra" to the menu proposal.
How much should I tip a private Chef in Miami, FL?
Each guest can decide on the tip they give to their private Chef. On average, based on the tips given by more than 73,059 guests in Miami, tips go for 14,72% of the total cost of the private Chef experience.
Key information about private Chefs in Miami
Learn more about our personal Chefs in Miami
With an average age of 41, our Miami personal Chefs are seasoned professionals.
36% of our available personal Chefs in Miami are women.
5 hours from turning in your request to getting your first menu proposal
Our first private Chef service in Miami was in 2017-03-08.
21.8% of our private Chef services in Miami include kids.
A single client has booked the same private Chef in Miami 10 times.
10% increase in the number of private Chef bookings in Miami last year.
Our personal Chefs can communicate with you in up to 2 languages.
More than 59.1% of guests hire a private Chef in Miami more than once.
Average multiple services hire a chef for 7 days
We uploaded over 8,678 pictures of our Miami personal Chef experience.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal Chef.
How much does a private Chef cost in Miami?
Prices range from 115 USD to 130 USD. The number of guests at your table modifies the cost of your private Chef experience in Miami. On average:
- 13 or more people bookings go for 115 USD
- 7 to 12 people bookings go for 117 USD
- 3 to 6 people bookings go for 135 USD
- 2 people bookings go for 130 USD
In addition to group size, seasonality also influences the cost of your personal Chef service in Miami. Check the following chart of prices our private chefs in Miami, FL, charge for groceries each month.
How many private Chef services are booked in Miami each month?
Private Chef bookings vary with seasons and destinations. The table above shows the monthly fluctuation of personal Chef services in Miami.
Hiring a personal chef is ideal for any occasion, but keep in mind that prices may vary due to demand and availability. If you'd like to hire a private chef in Miami, FL, we advise you to secure your date early.
How many personal Chefs sign up in Miami each month?
Thanks to our year-long presence in the Miami private Chef scene, we have built a network of fantastic chefs that keeps growing.
We sign up 7 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 Miami?
The top six types of cuisine in Miami are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
Latin American
However, the most requested menus in Miami are Chef's special cuisine. You can trust our Chefs to design a menu just for the occasion!
Our private Chefs create personalized menus for each request, considering dietary restrictions and proposing fusion options. Submit your request to explore thrilling culinary possibilities crafted by our personal Chefs.

Open your kitchen to your private Chef
Get a presidential treatment in the comfort of your own home. Take a Chef brings a unique culinary experience to your table, without lines or parking.
Private Chef services are ideal for a romantic dinner, birthday celebration, or family gathering. Do you need a vegan Chef in Miami or a personal Chef with healthy options? We've got you covered!
On the day of the service, your private Chef will buy the freshest ingredients, cook, and serve the meal at your home. Plus, our Chefs will leave your kitchen spaces spotless.

Expert personal Chefs at your disposal
With over 850 private Chefs in our Miami roster, we're confident you can find the right Chef for you.
You have the final say on what goes on with your menu, so make sure to trust your Chef and tell them all about your dream meal.
All of our Chefs have at least 10 years of experience in the field and have been trained in the best culinary schools.

Great cuisine and original ideas in Miami
As the international destination it is, Miami is home to a wide array of different cuisine styles, heritages and some of the country’s top restaurants, such as Zuma, Il Gabbiano and Lucky Cat.
But why not bring the restaurant experience home? Let your personal chef create a unique, intimate, and personalized culinary experience in your dining room.






Discover our private Chefs
Each private Chef in Miami pours their heart on the table, making your special occasion memorable. Share details of your event, and find the best Miami private Chefs available for you. Personalize every aspect of your dining experience and ensure everyone enjoys the good part of life, all within your taste and budget.









