Book private chefs in Santa Monica for date nights, dinner parties & celebrations at home. Starting at $25 per person.
Choose from 93 private chef experiences in Santa Monica or design a custom menu for your occasion. From French and Italian to Mediterranean, vegan and more, you can browse menus, compare pricing and book in seconds for groups of 2 to 100 guests. Great for date nights near the beach, dinner parties in Ocean Park or celebrations around Montana Avenue, your chef takes care of the shopping, cooking, serving and tidying up so you can focus on the meal and the company. Menus are led by talented local chefs, including some with experience in Michelin-starred kitchens, for an easy at-home dining experience with a coastal feel.
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Chef Pierre C.4.8(116)
10+ years of culinary experience
AMERICAN
FRENCH
CHRISTMAS
Served 850+ guests on Cozymeal
Travelling to guests in Hollywood Area, Santa Monica, South Bay Los Angeles, West Los Angeles
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Chef Hannah4.5(17)
8+ years of culinary experience
AMERICAN
BBQ
SURF AND TURF
Member of ANFP, Association of Nutrition FFoodservice Professionals, Certified Dietary Manager, Allergen Certified
Travelling to guests in Culver City, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood Area, Mid-City Area, Pasadena, CA, San Fernando Valley, Santa Monica, Thousand Oaks, West Los Angeles
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Chef Cregg4.9(136)
8+ years of culinary experience
AMERICAN
FUSION
SURF AND TURF
Travelling to guests in Culver City, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood Area, Mid-City Area, Pasadena, CA, San Fernando Valley, Santa Monica, South Bay Los Angeles, West Los Angeles
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Chef Rebecca4.6(54)
5+ years of culinary experience
CHRISTMAS
THANKSGIVING
HOLIDAY
Served 200+ guests on Cozymeal
Travelling to guests in Culver City, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood Area, Mid-City Area, Pasadena, CA, San Fernando Valley, Santa Monica, Thousand Oaks, West Los Angeles
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Chef Mert5.0(161)
4+ years of culinary experience
NEW YEAR
CHRISTMAS
THANKSGIVING
Served 150+ guests on Cozymeal
Travelling to guests in Downtown Los Angeles
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Chef David S.5.0(22)
3+ years of culinary experience
AMERICAN
THANKSGIVING
CHRISTMAS
Universidad de la sabana
Served 150+ guests on Cozymeal
Travelling to guests in Culver City, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood Area, Mid-City Area, Pasadena, CA, San Fernando Valley, Santa Monica, South Bay Los Angeles, West Los Angeles
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Mixologist Shana5.0(14)
3+ years of culinary experience
Travelling to guests in Downtown Los Angeles
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Chef Rick4.4(14)
3+ years of culinary experience
POOL PARTY FOOD & DRINKS
AMERICAN
CHRISTMAS
Le Cordon Blue program 2000
Award-winning: 2 Michelin star restaurants
Travelling to guests in Downtown Los Angeles
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Chef Cedric5.0(15)
FRENCH
MOTHER'S DAY
FATHER'S DAY
Travelling to guests in Santa Monica
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Chef Mo4.9(16)
AMERICAN
ASIAN
FATHER'S DAY
West Herts College UK
Travelling to guests in Pasadena, CA
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FAQs about private chefs in Santa Monica
In Santa Monica, private chef experiences start at $25 and can go up to $455 per person, depending on the chef, cuisine and number of courses. Most bookings can be made for groups ranging from 2 to 100 guests.
Yes, at-home hibachi experiences are available in Santa Monica, with options starting at $60 per person. A typical experience includes a live teppanyaki grill, an engaging cooking show and a selection of proteins, along with vegetarian-friendly options. The chef brings the grill and equipment and handles cleanup, making it an easy, stress-free dining experience at home.
In Santa Monica, private chef experiences include a 1- to 9-course menu prepared fresh in your home. Grocery shopping, ingredient sourcing and full kitchen cleanup are all included, leaving you free to relax while the chef handles the details.
Private chef menus in Santa Monica are often flexible for dietary preferences and allergies. Currently, 10 experiences may accommodate needs such as vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian or gluten-free dining. Include your preferences in the booking message, and your chef will confirm what can be customized.
Popular private chef experiences in Santa Monica include A Coastal French Tradition, Regional French Cuisine and Southern France Culinary Experience, which together have earned more than 36 reviews from guests.
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