Private Chefs in Los Angeles
Best private chefs in Los Angeles for your next dining experience.
Starting at $59 per person!
Transform your next dinner party into a gourmet experience with private chefs in Los Angeles. Whether celebrating an anniversary in Simi Valley or a grand event in Malibu, your world-class chef will handle every detail, allowing you to relax and enjoy the evening without worrying about clean-up. Personal chefs create a custom menu, purchase premium ingredients, prepare the meal, and expertly present your five-star feast. Whether you crave the excitement of Japanese hibachi or the elegance of a four-course French meal, private chefs offer a luxury that overcrowded restaurants and impersonal catering halls can’t match. Perfect for a romantic date, family reunion, or unforgettable cocktail party. Indulge in a bespoke dining experience and book private chefs in L.A. today.
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Traditional Spanish Fare
$109 each
Private Chef Meal
$109
Delight in a Spanish-style dining experience right at home. Delve into the rich flavors and techniques of Spanish cooking during a private chef meal like no other. Chef Dorian will craft a menu of authentic dishes straight from the Mediterranean.
Start with a selection of tapas like classic Spanish tortillas...
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Chef Dorian
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Epic Pizza Pool Party
$29 each
Private Chef Meal
$29
Experience a perfect pool party with a private chef, delicious food, laughter and unforgettable memories. Experience the ultimate pool party with a private chef preparing a mouthwatering pizza feast. Enjoy fresh-made dough crafted from flour, water, salt and olive oil, ready for your choice of assorted toppings....
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Chef Cici
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Tropical Poolside Cocktails
$29 each
Private Chef Meal
$29
Enjoy poolside relaxation with custom tropical cocktails, perfect for sunny gatherings and refreshing sips. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails delivered right to your gathering. Select one delightful option from an enticing menu and enjoy 2 to 3 drinks per person, ensuring everyone stays refreshed. Forget about the...
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Mixologist Shana or Resident Mixologist
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Poolside Taco Fiesta
$25 each
Private Chef Meal
$25
Savor epic chicken and steak tacos with fresh salsa and garnishes, prepared by Chef Rick. Indulge in a fun family-friendly poolside party with Chef Rick's crafted menu. You will savor two delicious chicken and steak tacos, accompanied by fresh and flavorful red and green salsas. The tacos will be garnished with fresh...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Exploring Spanish Flavors
$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Get a taste of Spanish cuisine through authentic tapas. You'll feel like you're dining in Spain in this immersive private chef meal. Chef Valentina will curate a menu of authentic Spanish dishes to create a customized meal.
Begin with small plates, choosing between patatas bravas with creamy garlic aioli,...
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Chef Valentina
Serving the Los Angeles area
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An Exploration of World Cuisine
$249 each / 7 Courses
Private Chef Meal
$249 / 7 Courses
Enjoy decadent flavors from around the world in one luxurious meal. You'll feel like you've traveled around the world by tasting the menu in this immersive private chef meal. Chef Collin will create multiple courses of small plates meant to delight.
Begin with the rich flavor of caramelized onions and...
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Chef Collin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Rustic Steak and Seafood
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Indulge in the flavors of a classic steakhouse menu. This private chef meal is built around the menu of a classic steak restaurant. Prepared by a gourmet chef, this menu features a delicious crab cake with roasted red pepper sauce and a creamy lobster mac and cheese with garlic butter. Enjoy a roasted rack of...
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Chef Mo
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Italian Culinary Delights
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Go on a culinary journey exploring the tastes of Italy Indulge in arguably one of the best cuisines in the world with an Italian private chef meal. Allow Chef Noe to create a restaurant-worthy experience in the comfort of your home.
Start with a refreshing traditional tomato Caprese salad with seasonal...
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Chef Noe
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Southern France Culinary Experience
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy a menu focusing on the produce and seafood of Southern France. Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean in this private chef meal led by gourmet Chef Cedric. Using traditional techniques, you'll enjoy a menu that captures the essence of French Mediterranean cuisine.
Start with a delectable sourdough...
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Chef Cedric
Serving the Los Angeles area
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The Best of Brunch
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy the best of breakfast AND lunch with Chef Ashley's family style brunch. Chef Ashley is serving up a fan-favorite meal in this private chef meal, where you'll build the ideal brunch, served family style. First, choose between French toast, pecan pie waffles, buttermilk biscuits or vanilla pancakes. For...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
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California-French Duck Dinner
$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Join Chef Cregg for a French-inspired menu infused with California influence. Choose gourmet dishes to tantalize your taste buds featuring local ingredients and classic French technique. Begin with an earthy beet and manchego salad or a crispy tarte flambée. Next, enjoy a poached duck egg over creamy polenta, or a...
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Chef Cregg
Serving the Los Angeles area
Luxury Experience
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French Laundry-Inspired Michelin Star Menu
$349 each / 9 Courses
Private Chef Meal
$349 / 9 Courses
Savor a Michelin-worthy multi-course menu inspired by the iconic restaurant, The French Laundry. In this upscale private chef meal, Chef Pierre will prepare for you a nine-course menu inspired by The French Laundry restaurant. Chef Pierre showcases his Michelin star expertise with each dish, including oysters...
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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FAQS ABOUT PRIVATE CHEFS in Los Angeles
How much does a private chef in Los Angeles cost?
The cost of a private chef in Los Angeles depends on the size of the party and the experience you choose. Usually, experiences will range between $59 and over $100 per person. As you browse experiences, please note the displayed price per person associated with each individual experience listed on this page. This price will automatically adjust depending on your group size and the complexity of your event and menu. A local sales tax is also included in the final cost. If you have further questions about the cost of a private chef for a dinner party or any other occasion, please contact our concierge team for assistance.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
Your chef will arrive with all the ingredients required to create an exceptional gourmet menu, as well as specialized tools they may need. They'll set to work in your kitchen space creating premium dishes and setting the table for a delicious occasion. Table service during your event and clean up afterward are included, allowing you to spend time with your guests.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Some of the more popular cuisines when you hire a chef for dinner include surf and turf and steakhouse specialties, Asian and New American fare. Italian creations that capture the spirit of favorite eateries like Bestia and European delights like those served at The Little Door provide restaurant-style menus to make your occasion truly special. You will also find several luxury Michelin-star-caliber dishes. If you have a favorite global cuisine or a preferred menu based on special dietary needs such as vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free, you’ll find many in-home chefs providing elegant workarounds to accommodate your requirements. If you still have questions about cuisines, simply reach out to our concierge team to learn more.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Choose an experience by scrolling through the available experiences on this page and choosing one that entices you. Your Los Angeles chef will follow up with further details and instructions to get your plans underway. Should you have special requirements for larger parties or specialty arrangements, you can reach out to concierge services to make specific accommodations before booking a private chef for a dinner party.
How much should I tip my private chef?
Tipping is definitely not required. But if you’d like to tip, anywhere between 10% and 25% of the total cost of your event would be suitable.
Where do the experiences take place?
Private chef experiences take place at your chosen location, whether you book a chef to cook at your home or a site chosen for your event (e.g. a vacation rental space if you are visiting Los Angeles), provided the locale has a clean kitchen with working appliances. Whether you’re located in Echo Park, North Hollywood or Van Nuys, you’ll find private chef listings that bring the thrill of gourmet dining to you.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE a PERSONAL CHEF
Ideal for birthday dinners
Brian
Chef Francesca was fantastic! She came to our house to cook dinner for my wife’s birthday and we enjoyed every moment of it. From the preparation of the meal to the delicious food she served, it was all incredible. I would recommend her to anyone and look forward to having her back to our home again very soon!
Elevate a dining experience
Nikki
Our experience with Chef Daniel was excellent! Not only did he take the time to create a thoughtful menu that paired well with our wines, but he took care in how his dishes were presented. The dishes were exquisite and all in all lead to a memorable night for us and our guests.
Impress your guests
Chrystal
We had a great time having our own personal chef to create a private dining experience for us. It felt like being in a five-star restaurant without leaving the comfort of the house. The chef was amazing. Great food, great company, amazingly unique experience! I will definitely do it again.
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