Private Chefs in Ottawa

Book private chefs in Ottawa for date nights, dinner parties & celebrations at home. Starting at $123.99 per person.

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Whisk your guests away on a culinary adventure around the globe with private chefs in Ottawa. Perfect for family celebrations in the Downtown, romantic anniversary dinners alongside Rideau Canal or all out birthday bashes in Gatineau, private chef meals take all of the stress out of planning. Choose from lots of menu inspiration in Canada’s capital, from a fusion feast of Turkish inspired fare to the signature flavors of Rome, and customize your dishes according to your dietary requirements. Your chef will take care of all of the finer points, including selecting the finest fresh ingredients and leaving your kitchen sparkling clean so you’re free to sip your signature tipple and spend time with loved ones. Book your private chef in Ottawa today!
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Date Nights & Dinners for 2

Plan a romantic dinner in Ottawa with a private chef preparing, serving and cleaning up every course.

Choose from chef-led menus, most can be customized

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  • Chef shops, cooks, serves and cleans up
  • Book for 2 guests or larger groups
  • Ingredients included

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Chef Moe
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PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $123.99/person Price varies by group size

Refined Parisian Dining

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  • 2 to 10 guests
  • 4-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Burcu
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PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $133.99/person Price varies by group size

Classic Italian Gnocchi

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  • 2 to 12 guests
  • 3-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Moe
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PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $123.99/person Price varies by group size

Classics From Italy

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  • 2 to 10 guests
  • 3-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Burcu
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PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $133.99/person Price varies by group size

Classic French Cuisine

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  • 2 to 12 guests
  • 5-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Moe
5.0 (11)
PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $123.99/person Price varies by group size

Elegant Japanese Dinner

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  • 2 to 10 guests
  • 3-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Burcu
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PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $133.99/person Price varies by group size

Gourmet French Cooking

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  • 2 to 12 guests
  • 4-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa
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Chef Burcu
5.0 (93)
PRIVATE CHEF Starting at CAD $133.99/person Price varies by group size

Turkish Fusion Fare

  • Request a date
  • 2 to 12 guests
  • 5-course meal
  • Travelling to guests in Ottawa

Why Ottawa guests choose Cozymeal

Easy booking. Clear pricing. Top chefs.

  • Browse menus, compare pricing and book in a few clicks

  • Over 100,000 customers served in Ottawa

  • Chefs from top Ottawa restaurants

  • Some with Michelin-star experience

  • Available for 2 guests and up

  • Ingredients included. Chef cooks, serves and cleans up.

What guests loved about their private chef experience in Ottawa

5.0/5 from 16 verified guest reviews

  • The cost of hiring a chef for a dinner party depends on your group size and which of the exceptional culinary experiences you select. The tiered pricing starts at $59 per person and can exceed $100, with a discounted children’s menu available if necessary. When you enter your group size during the booking process, the cost will automatically adjust – local sales tax is included. Any changes to the menu, number of guests, or special requests may affect the final cost. If you run into any snafus while booking your in-home chef for a dinner party or have questions, please contact our keener concierge team.
  • When you hire a chef for the night, get ready for a culinary experience better than a maple bacon donut. Your personal chef will handle every detail, from sourcing the best local ingredients at the ByWard Market to cleaning up afterward. Each dish is carefully cooked on-site, beautifully plated, and served to your guests. If your menu calls for special equipment, like a vertical spit for shawarma, your chef will bring it. Whether you're throwing yourself a birthday bash or hosting an elegant dinner with old friends, when you hire a chef for dinner, expect nothing less than exceptional food and service that exceeds all expectations.
  • Ottawa chefs excel at using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft dishes that highlight the city's vibrant food culture. From aromatic Middle Eastern-inspired flavors to classic Italian favorites like spaghetti alla carbonara and refined French cuisine, your private chef experience will be fully customized to match your tastes and event. Whether you're in the mood for comforting classics like smoked pork belly poutine or a milestone celebration calls for a luxurious multi-course tasting menu paired with French champagne, your in-home chef will create a menu that reflects the uniqueness of this occasion.
  • It’s easier to hire a chef in Hamilton than to decide which local brewpub has the best craft beer. It’s just a few steps. Simply select your favorite culinary experiences from this page, choose your event’s date, time, and group size, and you're done. Once your booking is confirmed, your in-home chef will reach out to discuss the details and the menu. Need help securing a date or rent a chef near you? Our friendly It’s easier to hire a chef in Ottawa than resist grabbing a BeaverTail from the ByWard Market. Just select one of the mouthwatering culinary experiences listed on this page, enter your event’s date, time, and group size, and voilà! Once your booking is confirmed, your in-home chef will get in touch to discuss the tasty details. Need help or have questions? Our concierge team is ready to happily help you rent a chef near you. team is here to make sure everything goes smoothly and effortlessly.
  • When you hire a private chef for a dinner party in Ottawa, tipping is optional and at your discretion. However, if your chef dazzles with impeccable service, beautiful plating, and mouthwatering dishes, like melt-in-your-mouth steak frites, duck fat roasted carrots, and a show-stopping maple pot de crème, leaving a tip of 10% to 25% of the total cost is suitable.
  • When you hire chefs to cook at your home, your culinary experience can unfold wherever you call home, from the charming streets of Centretown and Sandy Hill to the scenic beauty of Rockcliffe Park. Whether you’re enjoying an opulent French menu near the Rideau Canal or a casual family reunion with Turkish kofta skewers in a New Edinburgh vacation rental, as long as there’s access to a clean and fully equipped kitchen, your in-home chef will bring a mouthwatering menu to life in your neighbourhood.

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