Private Chefs in Fort Lauderdale
Best private chefs in Fort Lauderdale for your next dining experience.
Starting at $59 per person!

Create a memorable culinary experience for your next gathering by hiring private chefs in Fort Lauderdale. Whether you're hosting a French-inspired cocktail party by the Intracoastal, a vegan brunch in Hollywood or a laid-back Southern-style barbecue in Sunrise, your top-rated chef will bring global flavors (and buttermilk biscuits) to your doorstep. Collaborate with your chef to customize a menu that reflects your preferences and dietary needs, whether it’s an intimate date for two or a birthday celebration for 22. The experts will handle every detail, from sourcing the freshest seafood and bold international flavors to cleaning up. Don’t host in a dark restaurant when you live in the “Venice of the Americas.” Hire a personal chef in Fort Lauderdale and experience the luxury of personalized dining.
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Lavish Italian Menu
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Plan a unique dining experience for your next get-together. Expand your love of Italian cuisine with a private chef meal. Chef Taciana is ready to plan, prepare and serve a fully customizable menu.
Start your meal with appetizers such as a fig and prosciutto salad, a seasonal fritto misto, Tuscan soup or...
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Chef Taciana
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Land and Sea Showcase
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Indulge in a custom feast featuring delights from the land and sea. Expertly prepared by Chef Taciana, this private chef meal highlights a flavorful bounty of premium seafood, meats and produce. With your selection of restaurant-quality dishes, the chef presents an unforgettable gourmet meal.
To start, select...
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Chef Taciana
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Classic Brunch
$79 each
Private Chef Meal
$79
Enjoy brunch favorites from the comfort of your own venue. In this private chef meal, Chef Taciana will prepare a full brunch spread for you and your guests featuring classic brunch favorites. You'll fill your plate with warm and fluffy mixed berry pancakes, savory bacon and sausage and plenty of fresh fruit....
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Chef Taciana
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Spanish Seafood Feast
$79 each
Private Chef Meal
$79
Chef Taciana transports you to a Mediterranean beach with her Spanish-inspired seafood menu. During this private chef meal, Chef Taciana treats you to a fresh and flavorful seafood spread that highlights the unique flavors of Spain, beginning with a light mesclun salad and mango avocado shrimp appetizer topped...
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Chef Taciana
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Plant-Based Elegance
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy a four-course vegan feast where bold flavors meet refined presentation. Enjoy a private chef meal that celebrates plant-based cuisine through bold flavors and refined techniques. Chef Nicholas curates a seasonal four-course menu that highlights the beauty of vegetables, legumes and tropical fruits without...
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Chef Nicholas
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Asian Celebration
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Savor the sumptuous flavors of Asian cuisine in a four-course dinner that's sure to please. The tastes and textures of traditional Asian cuisine come to life in this private chef meal with Chef Mike. You'll relish in a spread that includes pork and mushroom dumplings served in spicy broth, an Asian wedge salad...
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Chef Mike
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Maryland Seafood Feast
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy Chef John's hometown favorites in this Maryland-inspired intimate feast. Indulge in classic Maryland dishes with an elegant spin from Chef John's hometown as he prepares a seafood feast from the comfort of your home in this private chef meal. Some dishes you can look forward to enjoying include classic...
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Chef John
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Modern European Fusion
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
A globally inspired tasting menu blending European fine dining with unexpected global touches. This private chef meal blends classic European technique with unexpected global influence. Chef Nicholas presents a four-course journey that balances rich flavors and modern elegance in every bite.
The menu opens...
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Chef Nicholas
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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From the Italian Coast
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Take a delicious culinary excursion along the coast of Italy without leaving the dinner table. Let Chef Mike whisk you away to a Mediterranean gourmet paradise in this private chef meal. Your culinary journey includes a savory selection of authentic coastal Italian favorites, featuring antipasti with marinated...
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Chef Mike
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Authentic Taste of Japan
$109 each
Private Chef Meal
$109
Explore traditional Japanese dishes in this elegant dinner prepared by Chef John. Chef John goes all out in this exquisite Japanese dinner. This private chef meal begins with a light and tangy miso soup accompanied by seaweed salad topped with sea vegetables, tamari and red peppers. Relax and enjoy a fresh and...
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Chef John
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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Steakhouse Dinner at Home
$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Enjoy a steakhouse menu with all the trimmings, served in the comfort of your home. Chef Mike brings a classic four-course steakhouse meal to your dinner table in this spectacular private chef meal. An array of favorites await you, including oysters Rockefeller topped with roasted garlic and breadcrumbs and a...
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Chef Mike
Serving the Fort Lauderdale area
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FAQS ABOUT PRIVATE CHEFS in Fort Lauderdale
How much does a private chef in Fort Lauderdale cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party depends on your menu and the number of guests. Each listed experience includes a starting price per person based on the suggested menu. Prices typically range from $59 to over $100 per person, with discounted options for children. The all-inclusive rate covers a three to four-course meal, all ingredients, cooking, service, and clean-up. Local sales tax is included in the final price. As you adjust the guest count, the price will automatically update. Please note menu changes, wine pairings, or special requests may affect the total cost. If you need assistance booking an in-home chef for a dinner party, please contact our concierge team.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for dinner, you’re guaranteed a seamless, stress-free culinary experience in the comfort of your home. Your personal chef will manage every detail, from sourcing the freshest local seafood to handling clean-up after the event. Each dish is prepared on-site and elegantly plated before being served to your guests. Want wine pairings with each course? Hire a chef for the night to expertly complement each dish with the perfect vintage. If your menu calls for specialty equipment, such as a hibachi grill, the chef will bring it. You get all the credit for a memorable evening without lifting a finger.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Fort Lauderdale chefs are world-class and can craft a wide range of cuisines. While surf and turf, Asian, and Italian dishes are popular choices, your private chef experience is unique and custommade for you. If you’re inspired by the tapas at American, your in-home chef can prepare savory small bites for your cocktail party in Pompano Beach. Like the vibe at Mastro's Ocean Club for your upcoming black-tie dinner party? Your chef will create a Micheling-caliber five-course meal. From a tropical Bahamian menu by the Intracoastal Waterway to a Parisian bistro experience with steak au poivre and crème brûlée in Victoria Park, your private chef will make your culinary vision a reality.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
It’s as easy to hire a chef as it is to spot an angler on Fisher Family Pier in Pompano Beach. Simply browse through the curated selection of culinary experiences and select the one that perfectly suits your event. Then, choose your desired date, time, and guest count. Once your reservation is confirmed, your personal chef will contact you to discuss menu options and finalize event details. Please contact our helpful concierge team to rent a chef if you need assistance finding a date or have special requests.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When you hire a private chef for a dinner party, gratuities are entirely optional and at your discretion. However, if you’d like to show your appreciation for the chef’s outstanding service, impeccable wine pairings, and delicious creations, such as their snapper en papillote and indulgent key lime pie, we suggest a tip of 10% to 25% of the total cost as a thoughtful gesture.
Where do the experiences take place?
When you hire an in-home chef for a dinner party, you get to pick the location. As long as your chef has access to a fully equipped kitchen, your private chef experience can take place at your home in Coral Ridge, by the water in Lauderdale Beach, or even at a vacation rental in Victoria Park. Whether you’re hosting a garden brunch, a Hawaiian luau poolside, or a casual Parisian-inspired soirée in your living room, booking chefs to cook at your home promises a gourmet menu tailored to your preferences.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE a PERSONAL CHEF
Ideal for birthday dinners
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
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
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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