Private Chef Los Angeles
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Hire a Private Chef in Los Angeles for dinner at your place

Pick a chef, read the menus, find the price for your headcount, and send your request to that chef.

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Open a profile to see every menu the chef offers and what it costs per guest at your party size.

4.8 from 51 reviews

Ricardo Andriguetti

As a personal chef, I bring to your table the perfect combination of texture, flavor and aroma, making every bite a celebration of culinary art.

Manhattan BeachFrom $162 each for parties of 13–20
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4.8 from 31 reviews

Morgan Mead

I am a lifelong chef that loves bringing people to the table for my vibrant food, five star service and above all else; an experience of time…

Los AngelesFrom $165 each for a party of 2
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4.7 from 27 reviews

Dylan Roston

I believe good food speak for itself, and my job is to enhance the life of my people, by providing them nourishment during life's brightest moments.

Los AngelesFrom $165 each for parties of 13–20
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4.8 from 17 reviews

Mildred Moreno

I'm Passionate about prehispanic and international food. I love food in all its forms the connections we make and the joy it brings.

Long BeachFrom $165 each for parties of 3–6
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4.9 from 17 reviews

Jimmy Matiz

Chef Jimmy Matiz is a Food Network Chopped Champion (2024) and the founder of Matiz Cuisine, known for his globally inspired, Michelin-level service.

ComptonFrom $150 each for parties of 7–12
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4.6 from 13 reviews

Daniela Perez Reyes

I’m chef Daniela a private chef at Rancho Santa Fe in San Diego. However, I’m relocating to Santa Monica. I specialize on dietary needs.

Santa MonicaFrom $145 each for parties of 13–20
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5.0 from 10 reviews

Patryk Puchalski

Michelin-trained Private Chef with 23 years’ experience across Europe. Bringing restaurant-quality dining to your home.

Los AngelesFrom $210 each for parties of 13–20
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5.0 from 7 reviews

Benjamin Kalifa

I am a French private chef with 20 years of experience. I can cook everything like : Kosher meals / Italian cuisine / Japanese cuisine / Chinese …

Los AngelesFrom $138 each for parties of 13–20
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4.7 from 11 reviews

Hamlet Margar

Private chef in Los Angeles specializing in luxury in-home dining, custom menus, and fine dining Mediterranean, Italian, and French cuisine.

Los AngelesFrom $154 each for parties of 7–12
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4.8 from 24 reviews

Chris Malstrom

Humble chef passionate about sustainable, local cuisine and creating delicious meals for all folks from the adventurous to allergy-conscious.

Los AngelesFrom $140 each for parties of 13–20
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5.0 from 6 reviews

Ryan Rondeno

Chef Ryan has a passion for French, Italian, Regional American Cuisine, and Cajun Creole. He has a great passion for creativity and innovation

Los AngelesFrom $154 each for parties of 7–12
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4.9 from 33 reviews

Ryan Nagby

I'm a creative chef specializing in various cuisines. Passionate about fresh local ingredients and crafting unforgettable dining in home experiences.

Newport BeachFrom $140 each for parties of 13–20
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4.8 from 3 reviews

Alexandre Seince

I am a French chef and hospitality expert who crafts memorable, elevated dining experiences and tailors luxury culinary solutions for private…

Los AngelesFrom $145 each for parties of 7–12
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5.0 from 13 reviews

Brenda Backal

Private chef specializing in gourmet meals, wellness menus, meal prep, intimate events & global cuisine with 20+ years of fine dining expertise.

Los AngelesFrom $180 each for parties of 4–6
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4.8 from 1 review

Dillion Cappello

I’m a Los Angeles-based private chef who blends precision, creativity, and respect for ingredients to craft unforgettable dining experiences.

Los AngelesFrom $170 each for parties of 7–20
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4.0 from 4 reviews

Amir Shams

With a rich culinary background rooted in the heart of ME, Im a foodie chef, a seasoned culinary professional ready to elevate your dining experience.

Los AngelesFrom $145 each for parties of 13–20
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Marco Cerruti

I’m a seasoned private chef with Michelin-starred experience, known for crafting personalized, health-focused cuisine with the precision of finedinig.

Los AngelesFrom $150 each for parties of 7–12
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Andrea Anoka

Custom in-home plant-based/vegan dining experiences and weekly meal preparation designed around your tastes and wellness needs.

Oak ParkFrom $140 each for parties of 7–12
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4.0 from 1 review

Branden Ervin

A Chef rooted in Southern comfort and heartfelt care, creating meals that nourish your body and mind, ease your days and fill your home with warmth.

Los AngelesFrom $140 each for parties of 7–12
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Tamara Mayes

Chef Tam is a soul-forward private chef and culinary experience curator who blends flavor and intention, creating food that nourishes the body.

InglewoodFrom $198 each for parties of 7–20
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Start from the occasion or the food

Every page lists the matching chefs, sorted by how often they have been booked for it, with one menu and the price for the party size shown.

What a private chef costs in LAPer-guest prices by party size and occasion, from real LA bookings.

From request to dinner

  1. 01

    Choose a chef and a menu

    A menu’s price is per person and shifts at fixed headcounts. Match the row to your guest count first, then compare.

  2. 02

    Give it enough time

    The typical LA booking was made 13 days ahead; the earliest quarter came 26 or more days out. Holiday-season dinners were booked about 22 days ahead.

  3. 03

    Send the details with your request

    Use the Book button on the chef’s page. Include the date, the neighborhood, your guest count and any allergies, so the menu can be settled before the day.

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Areas with the most bookings

Since 2024, 227 of 616 LA-area bookings were inside the City of Los Angeles. Outside the city limits, Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, Malibu and South Bay book the most.

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  • Beverly Hills and West HollywoodBeverly Hills, West Hollywood
  • MalibuMalibu
  • South BayManhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes Estates, Gardena
  • The Valley and the ConejoGlendale, Burbank, Calabasas, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks
  • Santa Monica and Culver CitySanta Monica, Marina del Rey, Culver City
  • Long BeachLong Beach, Seal Beach, Lakewood
  • Pasadena and the foothillsPasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, La Crescenta-Montrose, San Marino, Glendora

Questions people ask before booking

What should I budget for a private chef in Los Angeles?

Half of LA bookings since October 2024 landed between $155 and $225 a guest, with a median of $182. A couple pays more per head, about $240, and tables of 7 to 12 about $165.

How far in advance should I book a private chef?

The median LA booking was made 13 days before the dinner. For Thanksgiving through New Year’s, aim for at least 22 days.

Is the price per person or for the whole dinner?

Per person. Each menu shows what one guest pays, band by band. The typical LA table is 6 guests and comes to about $1,080 in total.

Can the chef cook around allergies or a vegan guest?

About 20% of LA requests list an allergy or diet, so put yours in the request. 3 chefs here publish a vegan menu and 3 a vegetarian one.

Which parts of Los Angeles book private chefs most?

The City of LA books more than any other area, with 227 of 616 bookings since 2024. After it come Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, Malibu, South Bay and The Valley and the Conejo.

Found a menu you like?

Every chef page has the full menu list and a Book button.

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