Private Chef in Saint Louis
Rent one of our 77 personal chefs in Saint Louis. Give your guests a unique experience at home with a customized menu tailor-made to your taste and budget.





















Hire a private chef in Saint Louis
Personalize a menu to your taste and within your budget, join in on the cooking, or share quality time with your friends and family. Open your home to our private chef services and enjoy a restaurant-level experience at home. Yes, it also includes doing the dishes for you.
Our first private chef service in Saint Louis was on May. Since then, we've had the pleasure of giving over 15,469 unique experiences without leaving their homes. Forget about doing the dishes—our home chefs in Saint Louis have that covered, too!
Once you send your request, our private chefs design menu quotes that suit your needs. You can trust their proposals or customize your course meals. With a home chef in Saint Louis, your home will be the best restaurant in town, with a personalized menu and a friendly price.












How it works
Personalize your request
Tell us everything about your ideal menu and the date and budget for your experience. No commitment!
Design a menu
Design your ideal menu: cuisine, number of courses, and any dietary needs.
Chat with chefs
Talk with our private chefs and get to know them—no commitment until you find a match.
Book your experience
After choosing your chef and menu, it's time to finish your booking and send out the invitations!
Enjoy!
Welcome your chef and relax! They'll cover all bases while you spend time with your guests.
Find your chef
Get to know our personal chefs and let them craft your experience
77 personal chefs in Saint Louis
Chat with as many chefs as you want until you find a match












More than 15,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.58 Chef
Private chef services in Saint Louis have scored 4.58 in guest satisfaction.
4.74 Food quality
Menus crafted by our personal chefs in Saint Louis have scored 4.74.
4.77 Presentation
Platting and serving by our personal chefs have earned a solid 4.77.
4.84 Cleaningness
Your chef service is done when your kitchen is as good as new. Post-event cleanup earned a 4.84.
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2,319 menus customized by our personal chefs in Saint Louis
Bring your celebrations home with a private chef, and enjoy a unique experience for a fraction of a restaurant bill.








Crisp broccolini & fried garlic
Garlicky mashed potatoes
Roasted root veg medley
Maple & black pepper carrots | crushed peanuts & goat cheese
Fig chopped salad | aged parmesean | fig balsamic | toasted sunflower seed
Thyme roast chicken
Charred flank steak & chimichurri
Zesty pasta primavera
Garlic chili glazed salmon
Chantilly berry cake by bao's pastry
Basque cheesecake | dulche de leche
Flourless chocolate torte | raspberry couli
1.fried potato and cheese empanadas with spicy aioli
2.beet salad ceviche with tostadas and salsa macha
3.creamy garlic hummus with carrots and cucumber
4. charred eggplant crostini with pomegranate syrup
5.pan con tomate
6. potato croquette with smoked aioli
7.charred shishito peppers with ponzu aioli
8. chefs surprised item
9.chef's special of the day
1.mixed greens with cucumber, red onion, mint and greek dressing
2.romaine lettuce with radishes, avocado, tomatoes and cilantro-lime dressing
3.mixed greens with red onion, corn, queso fresco and spicy honey dressing
4.chefs surprise item
5.chefs surprised item
1.miso cauliflower steak with polenta and roasted pepper sauce
2.grilled steak with romesco sauce and roasted vegetables
3. herbed chicken with green beans and roasted potatoes
4. fish of the day with chimichurri and grilled vegetables
6.chef's special of the day
1. vanilla creme brulee with glazed berries and dehydrated berries
2.arroz con leche with candied nuts and berries
3. gelato of the day with almond dust
4. vanilla cheesecake with blueberry sauce
5. chef´s surprised item
6. chef's special of the day
Fig and olive tapenade- kalamata olives, baguette
Melon wrapped ham - parma ham, cantaloupe, honeydew
Manga chacuterie-italian cured meats, provencal jams, house pates
Arancini de riso - arborio rice, mozzarella, house ravigote
Mushroom risotto cakes- porcini mushrooms, parmesan
Chicken polpette- ground chicken, sundried tomatoes, dolce acido sauce
Rock shrimp- pistachio pesto
Artichoke serraglio- bread artichokes-garlic aioli
Spicy red pepper and eggplant confit- table cracker
Salt shrimp fritters- lemon garlic aioli
Lamb kofta- basil tomato saffron sauce, green olives
Fried artichokes- artichoke hearts, heirloom tomato salsa
Tomato, red onion, and basil bruschetta- grape tomatoes, red onions, and basil
Charred caprese- focaccia, ciligene mozzarella, basil, sangria tomatoes
Watermelon giardino- feta, pedro vinegar, basil
Parma arugula salad -fried mozzarella and prosciutto
Celas fantasy salad- cherry tomato, mangos, hearts of palm, jicama, tangerines, field greens, honey dijon mustard dressing
Radicchio salad- citrus fruit, candied walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
Field green opa salad- field green, seared haloumi, lemon zest,
Zucchini carpaccio- herb ricotta cheese, serrano ham
Venetian crab soup- crab, fennel. celery, roasted tomatoes gazpacho
Italian wedding soup- traditional soup of hearty vegetable in a tomato broth to mark the occasion
Cannellini and swiss chard soup- cannellini beans and fresh swiss chard par for a delightful balance in this slow cooked soup
Beet soup- candied walnuts
Augusta orechitte- orecchiette, spice muscovy duck, duck ragu
Shrimp linguini twirl- spicy herb butter, u 12 shrimp
Fungi linguine - linguini, wild mushrooms, sole toe crab
Pasta lucca - pappardelle, anchovy butter, broccoli, shrimp
Caccio e peppe- bucatini, grana padano, seared chicken
Tarpanese tagiliettle- parmesan, almond pesto, seared lobster
Sweet potato gnocchi - seasonal vegetables, agave brown butter
Patejui gnocchi- tomato basil cream, seared shrimp
Pasta putanessca - sangria tomatoes, basil, handmade pasta
Wild mushroom risotto- bella, shitake, portabella
Al mar rissoto- fish consume, seafood medley, pecorino romano
Lamb magnifico - lamb chops, herb oil, crispy leeks
Tuscan lamb- loin porcini mustard
Grilled lamb skewers - eggplant caponata, red bell pepper
Pork floretta- fig compote, pork chops, sauteed apples
Fennel rubbed chicken -rosemary polenta triangle
Chicken portofino- skin on chicken breast , italian chimichurri
Shrimp polenta- pan seared vegetables, fried polenta cake, parmesan
Beef tagiliata - flat iron steak, trucha onions, balsamic glaze
Spartan steak -rib eye, eggplant caponata
Café rub flat iron- dry rub spices, caramelized onions
Braciola - pork shoulder, tomato ragu
Pork rittollo - butternut squash puree
Vida pesche - local trout, summer vegetable roullada
Gremolata- scallops citrus gremolata
Umbrian fish stew - shell fish, cath of the day, herb tomato stock
Panna cotta - berries, berry puree
Buttermilk orange blossom pound cake- crème fresh
Congac stewed peaches - lemon ricotta whip, almonds, honey
Italian trifle - vanilla custard cream, seasonal fruit, orange blossom pound cake
Panchetta and caramelized onion gelato - lemon cookie
Colomba soup - columba cake peaches, limoncello, ricotta, mascarpone, cholate
Albicochhe - braised sone fruit, amaretto syrup, fresh cream
Salted caramel budino - caramel, whipped cream, custard
Plum and polenta cake - lemon ricotta
Tiramisu parfait -coffee, rum, lady fingers, mascarpone
Pistachio and almond cake - citrus salad
Strawberry mascarpone tart - macerated strawberries
Charcuterie and cheese, olives, serrano ham, manchego cheese, chorizón, with bread, crackers, biscuits, and fresh fruits
Chicken or ham croquets/croquetas de jamón o pollo
Traditional spanish egg and potato omelet tortilla de patatas y cebolla
Mediterranean salad & baguette bread
Seafood paella - shrimp, scallops, mussels, calamari, clams, fish and crab, safron, pearl rice, and vegetables, garnished with lemons and roasted red pepper
Mixed paella - chicken, spanish chorizo, pork ribs, shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams, vegetables, safron, garnished with lemons, olive, and roasted peppers
Valencian paella - chicken, pork ribs, vegetables, safron, pearl rice, garnished with red roasted peppers and lemon
Vegetarian paella - eggplant, green beans, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, asparagus, mushroom, if an ingredient is not available it will be replaced
Churros with chocolate or dulce de leche,
Caramel flan
Crema catalana
Bangkok crostini - dried fig, mascarpone, logan berry
Crying chicken dumplings - marjoram, thyme, spicy mango coulis
Red hand wontons - chicken wontons, chili oil, bok choy
Vietnamese shrimp and crab fritters - garlic aioli
Roasted corn and thai chili frittata tartlets - corn, thai chilis, farm eggs, phyllo cup
Sweet potato and eggplant samosa deep fried, wonton skin, sweet potato puree, yogurt, sweet chili dipping sauce
Immm meatball - saffron braised beef meatballs, sweet chili sauce, thai picked banana peppers
Korokke - deep fried creamy potatoes, pickled vegetables
Leek cakes - asian vegetables, panko, hoisin balsamic
Spring rolls - cucumber, carrot, field greens, tofu, thai coconut sauce
Mochiko chicken - nori wrap, sriracha mayo
Gyoza - chicken gyoza, house dipping sauces
Karage - herb and bread chicken cutlet, kewpie aioli
Kyuri - persian cucumbers, tomatoes, miso paste
Japanese chicken patties - shitake, scallions
Tomatillo dates - meejol dates, indian spice almonds, tomatillo sauce
Aloo tikkis - potato cake, green chili, turmeric, chutney
South indian lentil cakes - harissa, caramelized onions
Roast duck crostini - pei par duck, asian apple pears, hoisin balsamic vinaigrette
Pagoda confit - confit soy jerk chicken, ginger scallion risotto cake, pan fried quail egg
Green onion pancakes - green onion pancake, sesame oil
Curry kim chee pancakes - panjun, soy glaze dipping sauce
Agedash tofu - house soy brew
Gon pong gai - go chu jang sauce, pickled vegetable
Okonomiyaki (japanese pizza) - savory pancake, seasonal vegetables, seafood
Tuna poke tartare - soy sesame, japanese pickles, fuirkake
Shanghai crab cake - peekee toe crab, leeks, chinese broccoli, maui pickles, plum ravigote
Chiu hoa chicken lettuce cups - pan seared chicken, water chestnuts, and seasonal greens, nuts
Stuffed shitake - spring vegetable, plum reduction
Supreme dumpling - seafood stock, crab dumpling, kim chee
Korean clam chowder - little neck clams, miso, soju
Tofu chigae - seafood, tofu, seasonal vegetables, chicken stock
Kahao poon - spicy noodle soup, seafood, spring vegetables
Larb chicken - chicken, sticky rice
Green papaya salad - lime tomato jeow
Lomi lomi salad - roma tomatoes, white onions, cucumbers, seasonal greens, sesame soy vinaigrette
Cucumber sunomo - a refreshing cucumber salad tossed with spices
Carrot and radish salad - mirltan, pickled radishes, carrots, parsley vinaigrette
Shaved brussel sprout salad - pickled daikon, jicama, carrots, apple pears, japanese sweet chili sauce
Sambal salad - arugula, chopped thousand year old egg, pickled daikon, fried onions, ground peanut, cherry tomato
Alloy salad - fresh berries, tropical fruit, citrus mirin dressing
White cut chicken salad - wine braised chicken, asian slaw
Spinach sesame okazu - sautéed spinach, sesame, rice wine
Curry viccyiousse - yogurt, lemon, parmesan cheese
Hot and sour asian mushroom soup - fresh shitakes, enoki, hiratake, bunshimeji mushrooms
Japanese trio mushroom cream soup - shiitake, enoki, hiratake, cream, truffle oil
Imperial dumpling - shrimp and crab dumpling, egg flower, seafood broth
Lemongrass lobster bisque - thai sage ice cream
Twice fried chicken - molasses sweet and sour sauce
Bamg bang szechuan chicken - amish chicken, szechuan pepper, rice wine ginger sauce
Chicken osso bucco vindaloo - italian old world classic stepping in an east asian tradition
Mysore lamb chops - minty red onion salad
Okadu shaking shrimp - caramelized onion marmalade, mint oil
Tea leaf smoked duck - red bean and cashew coconut compote, cucumber slice
Waterfall salmon - wild salmon, miso butter sauce
Chicken japanois - chicken breast, miso cream
Manga shrimp - artichoke puree, thai pickled cucumber
Polynesian halibut - yuca, meow meow sauce
Goan shrimp - dried fried green beans
Cilantro tamarind shrimp - spice shrimp pan seared served with a daikon and cabbage slaw
Rising sun scallops - mala chili, bok choy
Ebi sakamushi - seared tiger shrimp, orange ponzu sauce
Mustard-dill salmon - mustard seeds, masala dahl sauce
Japanios salmon - shitake herb better
Curai barramundi - curry crust, citrus gremolata
Salmon shino - logan berry and mango puree
Catch de empileuse market fish seasonal vegetables, avocado, and soft cheese topped with a pineapple plum ravigote
Shrimp bun seo - seared shrimp, seasonal vegetables
Ebi sakamushi seared tiger shrimp, orange ponzu sauce
Japanios halibut - shitake herb butter
Mahi mahi - tahitian vanilla sauce, stir fried bell peppers
Xian fan chicken - thai chilies, seasonal veg
Busan roaster - asian spice, whole chicken roaster, tarragon vinegar sauce
Shanghai ravioli - seared scallop, chinese chives, chive flower, and eggplant topped with a crispy black bean and garlic chimichurri
Banana leaf steam fish - soy reduction
Matcha moon cake - matcha pound cake ,sweet bean lotus, ground cashews
Mango pudding - coconut reduction
Five spice chocolate mousse - fresh berries
Spiked mango lassi ice cream - rum, yogurt, mango, orange cardamom cookies
Fried banana - vanilla ice cream, matcha chocolate sauce
Mango coconut boudin - mango gelatin
Coconut stewed mango - sticky rice
Losa mochi - black sesame mochi, coconut englaise
Pineapple ice - pineapple sorbet tops fresh pineapples topped with guava soda
Red dragon - red bean mocha, coconut cream
Almond cookies
Moon cake - pound cake, sweet bean lotus, ground cashews
Chinese donuts - hk milk tea dipping sauce
Lychee ice cream - almond cookie
Antipasto italiano (chacuterie, imported cheeses & olives)
Imported burrata w/ fresh cherry tomato & basil (v)
Hummus, tzatziki w/crudite and pita (v)
Grilled marinated zucchini (v)
Handmade cavatelli w/ vodka sauce
Handmade orechiette with rapini and sausage
Homemade gnocchi w san marzano sauce & imported mozzarella
Lemon chicken w sides
Fillet mignon w/ sides
Eggplant parmigiana (v)
Homemade tiramisu
Flourless gf italian chocolate cake
Homemade nutella cheesecake
Fruit medley
Cheese curds ( deep fried cheese curds served with tangy dipping sauce
Corn fritters ( sweet corn fritters served with a spicy remoulade sauce
Crab hushpuppies with zesty tartare,
Corn bread with honey butter
Sweet potato and maple soup
Wisconsin beer cheese soup ( creamy soup made with beer, sharp cheddar and vegetables
Mid western cobb salad ( grilled chicken, bacon, hard boiled eggs, tomatoes and blue cheese
Harvest salad ( mixed greens with roasted beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts, balsamic glaze
Pork tenderloin with apple chutney and wild rice pilaf
Beef pot roast ( slow cooked with vegetables , served with mashed potatoes
Chicken piccata with creamy sauce / lemon / capers
Chicken and waffles: fried chicken: crispy, seasoned chicken pieces with maple
Mid west meat loaf
Classic midwestern apple pie
Pecan pie ( served with whipped cream with a touch of bourbon)
8.chefs surprised item
9.chefs special of the day
1.grilled bread with smoked salmon and everything bagel seasoning topped with salmon roe
2.aguachile cucumber shrimp with tortilla chips
3. salmon sashimi with burnt onion aioli
4. korean beef tartare , yuzu mustard, pickled mushrooms, shallot, capers served with sourdough and gochujang butter
5. ahi tuna nigiri with miso and oyster sauce
6. local charcuterie and cheese
7.gougere with whipped honey ricotta topped with tobiko
5.chefs surprised item
1.asparagus fennel orange salad with lemon mustard dressing
2.mixed greens, tomatoes, olives, manchego and sherry vinaigrette
3.arugula, orange, pickled beets, lemon ricotta and sunflower seeds
4.frisee salad with shallot champagne vinaigrette topped with herbed goat cheese and radishes
1.squid ink pasta with seared scallops
2. filet mignon with creamy brandy sauce, mashed potatoes and asparagus
3. pan seared fish of the day with blue cheese sauce served with green beans and mashed potatoes
4. chefs surprised item
5. grilled chicken with herbed butter and sweet potato puree topped with broccoli
6.chefs special of the day
1. churro with dulce de leche
2. red wine poached pear with creme anglaise topped with almonds
3. apricot glazed tart topped with berries
4. chocolate cake with gelato
5. molten lava cake with cinnamon whipped cream and matcha spice
6.chefs surprised item
7. chef's special of the day
Create your menu
No restaurant will let you decide on its menu. With our personal chefs in Saint Louis, you can design a menu just for you and your guests.








Frequently asked questions
Find below the frequently asked questions about our private chefs in Saint Louis.
What does a private chef service include in Saint Louis?
Private chef services in Saint Louis cover everything from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking in your home and serving at your table. Post-event kitchen clean-up is also included. Chefs might prepare a mise en place before for a more seamless cooking experience. Keep in mind that tableware and glassware are not part of your purchase, and tips are left to each guest's discretion.
How much does a personal chef cost in Saint Louis?
Private chef services cost can vary due to group size. For groups of 13 people or more, the average price per person is 132 USD; for groups of 7 to 12 people is 129 USD; for groups of 3 to 6 people, the average cost is 146 USD per guest, and for a two-person experience, the price is 160 USD per person. Remember that prices can also vary based on season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How can I hire a private chef in Saint Louis?
To hire a personal chef in Saint Louis, just select a date, specify the number of guests, and tell us about your food preferences plus a few details about your kitchen space. Within a few hours, you'll get three personalized menus from our private chefs and access to their chef profiles, reviews, and dish images. Once your booking is complete after your payment, your chef's contact details will be emailed to you.
How can I find a private chef in Saint Louis?
We have more than 77 of the best personal chefs in Saint Louis at your disposal; just submit your request to get menu proposals from the top 3 chefs available on your event date. Visit their profiles, chat directly with them to customize your menu, and choose the one who will be your chef. If you're unsatisfied with your first three quotes, let us know! Other chefs will send you more proposals until you find one that gets what you want.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef experience in Saint Louis?
No, there is no maximum for a private chef experience in Saint Louis. However, they are typically planned as intimate gatherings with friends or family in homes with limited cooking and sitting space. While there's no strict limit, groups usually don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes. On the day of your experience, the personal chef of your choice will buy fresh ingredients and cook the menu you designed in your home. Depending on the complexity of the menu or the compatibility of your kitchenware, your private chef can prepare a mise en place before arriving for a seamless cooking experience.
Can I cook along with the personal chef?
We highly recommend it! Your chef services can be an interactive experience if you want to. Live the 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?
Yes, private chefs are dedicated to providing the highest food quality and always using fresh ingredients. Your chef will use their expertise and personal suppliers to get the best ingredients to make your menu come to life, just like any restaurant, but for a fraction of the price.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not included in your booking by default. However, you can always reach an agreement with your chef to include them as an "extra" in your request.
How much should I tip a private chef in Saint Louis?
Tips are entirely for guests to decide. If your private chef dazzled you with their excellent service, why not recognize it? Based on 15,469 guests in Saint Louis, tips are 14.72% of the total bill, on average.
Key information about private chefs in St Louis
Find out more about what private chefs in Saint Louis can do for you.
Our Saint Louis personal chefs are seasoned professionals with an average age of 43.
51% of our chefs in Saint Louis are women.
It takes only 4 hours from your request to get the first menu.
Our first private chef service in Saint Louis was on 2017-05-12.
22.2% of our personal chef services in Saint Louis include kids.
One guest has booked the same private chef in Saint Louis 11 times.
49% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Saint Louis in the last year.
Our personal chefs can communicate with you in up to 2 languages.
More than 58.2% of our guests have hired a private chef in St Louis more than once.
Many guests don't hire a personal chef for just one night. Multi-service bookings average at 8 days.
We’ve uploaded over 742 pictures of our St Louis personal chef experiences.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked per month in Saint Louis?
Location and the seasonality directly influence the number of private chef bookings, this may cause the cost to vary from month to month. The table above explains booking fluctuation in Saint Louis.
Hiring a personal chef is ideal for any intimate celebrations, but just like you, other guests will want to book a chef during high seasons, so it's important to remember that last-minute reservations may add to the cost. We suggest booking your personal chef service with enough time in advance.
How much does it cost to hire a private chef in Saint Louis?
Booking prices vary depending on the number of guests, ranging from 132 USD to 160 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 132 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 129 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 146 USD
For two people: 160 USD
In addition to group size, seasonality also has a big influence on the pricing for private chefs in Saint Louis. Check the chart above to review month-to-month average rates.
What is the most common type of food requested in Saint Louis?
Our main six types of cuisine in Saint Louis are:
1. Mediterranean
2. Italian
3. French
4. Japanese
5. Mexican
6. Latin American
However, the most requested in Saint Louis are the exciting Chef's special cuisine menus! Let our Saint Louis chefs design a menu just for you!
Our personal chefs customize menus to fit dietary needs and offer innovative options. Submit your request to experience the unique culinary creations our chefs can craft for you.

Open your kitchen to a private chef
Get a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home. Take a Chef brings a unique culinary experience to your table without lines or parking.
Our private chefs in Saint Louis are perfect for a dinner party, a romantic dinner, a birthday celebration, or any other special occasion. Are you looking for a vegan chef in Saint Louis or a chef with healthy options? We guarantee you can find what you're looking for!
On the day of your service, your personal chef will bring the freshest ingredients, prepare the food in your kitchen, and serve the meals on your table. Plus, they will leave all kitchen spaces spotless before leaving.

Expert private chefs at your disposal
With over 77 private chefs in our Saint Louis network, we trust you can find the perfect chef for your next birthday celebration, company party, or special occasion.
You have the final say on your menu, so trust your chef and tell them all about your ideal meal.
Our chefs have at least ten years of experience working in top restaurants, hotels, and resorts. They have been trained in the best culinary schools, and just like us, they have a sizzling passion for food. Join over 15,469 guests who have enjoyed a private chef experience in Saint Louis and find a new way to enjoy food.

Saint Louis' best private chefs
Book a private chef in Saint Louis for an alternative culinary experience. Let your chef give you and your guests an opportunity to bond and share a fantastic meal without all the hassle of going to a restaurant. Take the first steps to hire one of our personal chef services, which 15,400 guests have loved! There's a private chef in Saint Louis who fits your needs. Come and find them.






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