Private Chef in St Louis
Rent one of our 72 personal chefs in St 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 St 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 St Louis was on May. Since then, we've had the pleasure of giving over 14,630 unique experiences without leaving their homes. Forget about doing the dishes—our home chefs in St 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 St Louis, your home will be the best restaurant in town, with a personalized menu and a friendly price.












How it works
Send your request
Tell us everything about your ideal menu and the date and budget for your experience. No commitment!
Craft your 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
72 personal chefs in St Louis
Chat with as many chefs as you want until you find a match












More than 14,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.59 Chef
Private chef services in St Louis have scored 4.59 in guest satisfaction.
4.72 Food quality
Menus crafted by our personal chefs in St Louis have scored 4.72.
4.83 Presentation
Platting and serving by our personal chefs have earned a solid 4.83.
4.86 Cleaningness
Your chef service is done when your kitchen is as good as new. Post-event cleanup earned a 4.86.
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2,170 menus customized by our personal chefs in St Louis
Bring your celebrations home with a private chef, and enjoy a unique experience for a fraction of a restaurant bill.








Asari no sakemushi
Veggie spring rolls
Japanese salad with carrot ginger dressing
Miso soup
California rolls / rainbow roll
Veggie rolls
Stir fry (chicken , beef, veggie)
Teriyaki salmon with roasted bok choy
Frushi
Affogato
Smoked sausage or chicken sausage
Crispy bacon or turkey bacon
Loaded cheddar potatoes & chives
Chef’s decade sourdough bread
French scrambled eggs & cheddar
Spicy tomato shakshouka | lardons | parsley | parmesan
Charred flank steak | chimichurri & peppers
Citrus salmon lox | dill | crema | pickled red onion & sourdough toast
Ham hash | crispy potatoes | charred onions & roasted peppers
Assorted pastries
Fresh fruit platter
Cottage cheese & greek yogurt
Bagel tower
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
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
Octopus carpaccio mediterranean style | tender octopus, citrus vinaigrette, capers, and microgreens
Mediterranean salad & baguette bread
Garlic shrimp
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
Amuse bouche- organic medjool date stuffed w/gorgonzola and toasted almonds
Cold poached salmon w/tadziki
Crudo of grilled portabella w/fennel pollen, radish, chives, blood orange, edible flowers, salsa verde
Baba ganouj w/lentils, herbs and warm toasted lavash
Steamed artichoke leaves, chive creme friache, lemon zest, caviar
Dukkah lavosh- preserved lemon, crispy artichoke, roasted tomatoes, avocado, oil cured olive, manouri cheese
Arancini w/mozzarella cheese and prosciutto over marinara
Risotto rosso- roasted red pepper, grilled radicchio, red vermouth, asparagus, corn, smoked mozzarella
Italian sausage w/porcini mushrooms, fermented black garlic, peppers, onions, fried potatoes
Assiette d'mar- asst chilled shellfish, xvoo, lemon, maldon, cracked black pepper, sauce verte
Baked brie in puff pastry w/ pear chutney, fig-olive crisp and baguette
Tortilla española- caramelized onions and potatoes
Sesame seared halloumi w/aleppo pepper and warmed greek honey
Pissaladière- flatbread w/caramelized onions, anchovies and olives
Amuse bouche tbd and on me, pls choose 2 other dishes
Multiple greens, orange, fennel, manuri cheese, charred knob onion, sunflower seeds, balsamic-mustard vinaigrette
Wedge salad w/bacon lardons, oven-dried tomato, roasted peppers, warm polenta croutons, green goddess dressing
Choice of ribolitta- hearty tuscan (mainly vegetable) soup or butternut squash-gala apple soup w/creme friache and chives or lobster bisque w/cognac
Soft lettuces, micro greens, grilled asparagus, oil cured olives, charred shallots, scallions, radish, manouri cheese ranch dressing
Antipasto salad- roasted peppers, olives, crispy artichoke, genoa salami, scallions, provolone, herbed croutons, balsamic vinaigrette
Heirloom tomatoes caprese, grilled burrata and radicchio, basil, xvoo, saba, sea salt
Grilled crab cakes, herb salad, lemon chile aioli
10 vegetable orzo pialf w/asiago, ginger and mint
Chuletas- grilled marinated lamb rack chop w/roasted tomato chimichurri, roasted potatoes
Slow braised lamb ragout w/mirepoix vegetables and olives over basmati rice
Baked striped bass w/saffron, tomato, lemon and israeli couscous
Mixed grill- snapper, chicken, shrimp and king mushroom (sealed in foil and baked) w/israeli couscous and saffron
Chicken saltimbocca- stuffed w/parma prosciutto, sage and smoked mozzarella w/caramelized onion mashed potatoes
Steak au poivre - roquefort potatoes, red wine mushrooms, basmati rice
Coulibiac of salmon in puff pastry stuffed w/shrimp mousse and spinach w/pernod w/lobster sauce
5 hr sunday gravy w/meatballs, italian sausage and pork neck, mostaccioli, garlic bread
Tiramisu w/espresso, mascarpone and cocoa
Poached apricots w/vanilla-bourbon labne, pistachios and mint
Tart creme friache cheesecake w/graham cracker crust and strawberry coulis
Bittersweet chocolate torte, hazelnut whipped cream, raspberry coulis
Apple-cinnamon cake w/vanilla bean ice cream
Traditional bread pudding w/raisins and cinnamon served warm a la mode
Creme caramel w/raspberries
Pear-cardamon cake w/greek yogurt, honey and raw almonds
Warm marsala poached pear w/fruit compote a la mode
Grilled italian bread with ricotta and tomato jam
Spinach and mushroom flatbread
Fried eggplant with basil pesto aioli
Tuscan garlic white bean dip with crostini
Tomato bruschetta on italian bread topped with aged balsamic glaze
Broccolini with parmesan and crispy garlic chips topped with extra virgin olive oil
Garlic cheese bread topped with sundried tomato
Meatless meatballs with roasted garlic sauce
Antipasto skewers- olives, artichokes, tomatoes, cheese
Caprese salad- fresh mozzarella, basil, cherry tomatoes
Classic caesar salad- romaine lettuce, parmesan, croutons
Summer farro salad- farro, mint, cucumber, strawberry , citrus vinaigrette
Mixed greens, pickled beets, red onions, ricotta, sunflower seeds
Chicken marsala
Chef's special of the day
Pan seared cod with salsa verde served with grilled peppers and asparagus
Fresh pasta of the day with vodka creamy sauce
Grilled skirt steak with polenta and green beans topped with italian chimichurri
Green pea and mushroom risotto
Vanilla gelato with chocolate syrup and chocolate chips
Chocolate mousse with pistachios
Zabaglione with berries
Italian lemon cheesecake
Fruit sorbet of the day
Zeppole with powdered sugar
Caponata antipasto (vegetarian)
Mediterranean plate (vegetarian)
Eggplant rollatini parmigiana
Sicilian arancini |arborio rice stuffed with mozzarella, bolognese meat and tiny peas)
Penne al pesto with parmigiano romano cheese
Pasta carbonara with bacon an parmigiano cheese
Risotto ai fungi | mushroom risotto with herbs and parmesan
Burrata with local tomatoes & basil oil, grilled avocado and peach
Penne with chicken in vodka tomato sauce/broccoli and sun-dried tomato
Eggplant lasagna with bolognese (impossible meat) (vegetarian)
Atlantic salmon filet with lemon and capers butter sauce, with risotto butternut squash roasted vegetables
Chicken saltimbocca | scalloppini of chicken with prosciutto, sage and mozzarella cheese with wine sauce, pasta and carrots caramelized
Chicken parmesan served with buttered fettuccine with basil, roasted zucchini & cherry tomato
Pasta al pomodoro e basilico| classic pasta with fresh tomato sauce an basil add grilled chicken or shrimp
Chicken picatta | pan -seared chicken breast, lemon, capers, white wine sauce. served with roasted potatoes and vegetable bouquet
Chicken marsala | chicken breast in marsala wine mushrooms sauce, served with potato gratin and broccoli
Shrimp scampi pasta | linguine tossed with garlic, white wine, lemon, and parsley
Pasta al pesto with chicken and vegetables
Salmon parpadelle alfredo
Panna cotta with berries
Cheesecake with berries
Classic tiramisu
Vanilla crème brûlée with berries
Causa peruvian | tuna-chicken-shrimp
Tuna, mango, avocado timbale
Tacos trio | birria (beef) chicken tinga and pork pastor with sour cream, guacamole , pico de gallo , tomatillo salsa and cilantro
Beef empanadas with aioli
Colombian-style avocado cream with sautéed shrimp served chilled, silky texture, sautéed garlic-butter shrimp and fine pico de gallo mango
Passion fruit & shrimp ceviche with green plantain chips
Corn soup with ancho chili and fresh cream
Tomato tortilla soup with avocado and mini crostini
Shrimp salad: mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, orange, radish and oregano citrus vinaigrette
Coconut chicken with pineapple sauce, and jasmine rice, served with avocado salad
Seared tenderloin of beef with chimichurri sauce, rustic potatoes and vegetables
Red snapper with garlic, served with cilantro and lime rice accompanied by vegetables
Atlantic salmon filet in lemon and passion fruit sauce with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables
Coconut cream
Chocoflan with caramel sauce
Dulce de leche tres leches with cinnamon crunch soft sponge soaked in three milks, dulce de leche reduction and a delicate cinnamon crunch
Create your menu
No restaurant will let you decide on its menu. With our personal chefs in St 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 St Louis.
What does a private chef service include in St Louis?
Private chef services in St 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 St 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 St Louis?
To hire a personal chef in St 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 St Louis?
We have more than 72 of the best personal chefs in St 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 St Louis?
No, there is no maximum for a private chef experience in St 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 a private 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 St Louis?
Tips are entirely for guests to decide. If your private chef dazzled you with their excellent service, why not recognize it? Based on 14,630 guests in St 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 St Louis can do for you
Our St Louis personal chefs are seasoned professionals with an average age of 39.
60% of our chefs in St Louis are women.
It takes only 6 hours from your request to get the first menu.
Our first private chef service in St Louis was on 2017-05-12.
14.1% of our personal chef services in St Louis include kids.
One guest has booked the same private chef in St Louis 8 times.
27% increase in the number of private chef bookings in St Louis in the last year.
Our personal chefs can communicate with you in up to 2 languages.
More than 58% 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 5 days.
We’ve uploaded over 655 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 St 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 St 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 St 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 St Louis. Check the chart above to review month-to-month average rates.
What is the most common type of food requested in St Louis?
Our main six types of cuisine in St Louis are:
1. Mediterranean
2. Italian
3. French
4. Japanese
5. Mexican
6. Latin American
However, the most requested in St Louis are the exciting Chef's special cuisine menus! Let our St 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 St 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 St 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 72 private chefs in our St 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 14,630 guests who have enjoyed a private chef experience in St Louis and find a new way to enjoy food.

St Louis's best private chefs
Book a private chef in St 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 14,600 guests have loved! There's a private chef in St Louis who fits your needs. Come and find them.






Surprise your guests with a private chef in St Louis
Discover a new way to share a meal and celebrate important dates with a private chef service in St Louis. Let one of our personal chefs customize a menu just for you and your guests.









