Private Chefs in Lisbon
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Experience the essence of Portuguese cuisine from the comfort of your villa with private chefs in Lisbon. Whether you're staying in Alfama, enjoying views in Bairro Alto or entertaining al fresco in Chiado, LX chefs bring traditional flavors to life through menus tailored to your preferences. Indulge in dishes like bacalhau à brás, piri-piri chicken or Michelin-level petiscos, all prepared on-site using fresh market ingredients. With your chef handling the shopping, cooking, plating and cleanup, you’re free to enjoy the evening stress-free. Celebrate with friends, mark a special occasion with family or plan a romantic date night with Lixbõa’s vibrant food culture at your table. It’s fine dining made personal, turning your home into one of the city’s best dining spots. Book your private chef experience in Lisbon today.
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Hire a Private Chef in Lisbon
With its storied past, vibrant neighborhoods and award-winning restaurants, Lisbon’s eclectic culinary scene is a food lover's paradise with mouthwatering seafood, signature sandwiches and decadent pastries. If you want to skip the crowded restaurants in Bairro Alto and the long waits in Alfama, hire private chefs in Lisbon through Cozymeal. World-class local chefs bring restaurant-worthy cuisine right to your home or holiday flat, crafting menus that reflect your personal tastes, budget and dietary needs for all occasions.
Whether you're hosting an elegant rooftop dinner overlooking the Tagus River or an intimate seafood feast with friends in Chiado, your in-home chef takes care of everything — from sourcing ingredients at Lisbon’s famed markets like Mercado da Ribeira to preparing each course on-site, serving and cleaning up. Expect traditional Portuguese fare like bacalhau à brás and pastel de nata, or opt for international menus — tailored for you. Booking is effortless with Cozymeal’s trusted platform. Once confirmed, your chef will contact you to fine-tune every detail. From milestone celebrations to cozy family meals, LX chefs offer stress-free planning, personalized service and a truly unforgettable meal. Just sit back, sip your Vinho Verde and let fine dining come to you.
meet Top-Rated Chefs on Cozymeal
Chef Catalina
Sacramento
Born and raised in San Francisco, Chef Catalina attended college for cultural anthropology where she first worked in catering and discovered her passion for food. After school, she continued to follow this passion and hone her craft in the kitchen. With expansive experience in the industry from serving as lead cook and managing catering to managing special events and working as a cheese monger, Chef Catalina now enjoys instructing group cooking classes.
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Chef Melissa
Boston
Chef Melissa uses cooking to bring food enthusiasts together, and to celebrate cultures and curiosities. After spending her youth in her home country of Taiwan, she worked as a food writer and spent dozens of years in Boston honing her craft alongside renowned chefs. Part story-teller, part educator, and part food and wine lover, Chef Melissa blends her Asian roots, her world travels and her love of food and culture to bring joy and inspiration to people everywhere.
| 155 Reviews
Chef Iain
Los Angeles
After deciding to shift gears and leave the restaurant game, Chef Iain began a successful career as a personal chef in Manhattan Beach for over 15 years while simultaneously catering parties for clients and corporate events. He also became a private celebrity chef, and began providing services and catering on the sets of TV shows and movies. Chef Iain can also be found hosting a variety of fun and exciting culinary experiences!
| 178 Reviews
Chef Dock
Atlanta
Chef Dock was just 11 years old when he discovered his passion for the culinary arts. After working as a line cook, he managed a bustling restaurant, where he provided tasteful corporate catering services to high net-worth clients. With deep knowledge about ingredients geared toward a healthy lifestyle and memory enhancement, Chef Dock now owns a private chef and catering company, specializing in a variety of cuisines and simple, nourishing meals.
| 94 Reviews
Chef James
Bay Area
Chef James' true passion in life is cooking. There's almost nothing he loves more than throwing dinner parties and curating wonderful and creative dishes completely from scratch. He offers a variety of cooking and catering services, including cooking class parties, private dinners and catered events, and features Italian and Spanish-inspired dishes of the highest quality, using locally grown and artisan ingredients.
| 353 Reviews
Chef Ricky
Tampa
Chef Ricky is a renowned chef instructor and research and development chef bringing nearly 40 years of experience to the table. He notes his greatest achievements to be developing and launching multiple successful Asian restaurants and business concepts as well as coaching an ACF team to two national championships. Chef Ricky specializes in Pacific Rim cooking and is passionate about enabling aspiring chefs to turn their ambitions into reality.
| 200 Reviews
Chef Greg
Washington, D.C.
An accomplished chef and world traveler, Chef Greg has much to offer in the culinary landscape. With over 20 years of experience, Chef Greg prides himself on his ability to craft creative and inventive fare that exceeds expectations, while providing a service that goes above and beyond. Chef Greg has opened restaurants in London, studied under top chefs, and prepared meals for royalty.
| 124 Reviews
Chef Francesca
Los Angeles
Born and raised in Sardinia, Italy, Chef Francesca discovered her passion at a young age. She loves to cook traditional Sardinian and Italian food while using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients when handcrafting classics, like homemade pasta, sauces and desserts.
| 342 Reviews
Chef Dirk
Bay Area
Chef Dirk’s deep passion for food and global cuisine stems from his travels to more than 20 countries. Classically trained as a gourmet chef and hospitality manager in Germany, his native country, Chef Dirk has served celebrities and worked at five-star restaurants. His vast culinary, hospitality, and leadership experience, and enthusiastic personality make for deeply engaging, entertaining, and truly unforgettable classes.
| 182 Reviews
Chef Andy
Chicago
A Chicago native, Chef Andy has worked in many professional culinary roles from Culinary Director to Food Content and Menu Developer. With years of experience as a culinary instructor for both adults and kids, Chef Andy and his team are well-versed in a wide range of cuisines from sushi to classic European dishes. Whether led by Chef Andy or a Resident Chef, these engaging classes and private dining experiences offer fun, expert guidance and kitchen secrets that will leave you hungry for more.
| 372 Reviews
Chef Made Master
Washington, D.C.
Chef Made Master is a renowned sushi chef known for creating stunningly beautiful and flavorful plates of sushi. He has gained experience in a number of sushi restaurants across the country, beginning as a sushi helper and working his way up to his currently coveted role of head sushi chef. His calming, yet energetic demeanor makes him an outstanding host to a number of memorable cooking classes and culinary experiences.
| 141 Reviews
Chef Federico
Philadelphia
Chef Frederico has had a strong passion for cooking since he was a teenager, beginning his culinary career working as a waiter and as a manager in the restaurant business in his home country of Italy. Chef Frederico then came to the U.S. and his culinary career continued to reach new heights. Now, he is sharing his skills, knowledge, and gastronomic prowess in an array of incredible and delicious culinary experiences!
| 179 Reviews
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FAQs
How much does a private chef in Lisbon cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in the Queen of the Sea is calculated by your chosen culinary experience and your number of guests. Prices typically start at €70 ($59) and can exceed €150 ($100) per person. Expert wine pairings featuring Touriga Nacional and Arinto and Michelin-level menus with premium ingredients like Iberian ham will cost more. Pricing is always transparent and includes everything from menu planning to cleanup, so there are no surprises. Whether you're hosting a rooftop gathering in Bairro Alto or planning a romantic date night in Bairro Príncipe Real, Cozymeal’s concierge will help you hire a chef for dinner near you.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for the night in LX, everything is handled for you — from grocery shopping for figs and bacalhau at Mercado da Ribeira and meal preparation to cooking on-site, serving your guests and cleaning up the kitchen. Your in-home chef arrives with premium ingredients and any necessary specialty equipment for a seamless experience. Whether you’re savoring a seafood cataplana in Bairro Príncipe Real or a modern Portuguese tasting menu with Vinho Verde near Baixa, each dish is crafted with care and presented beautifully. All you need is a clean, functional kitchen — in-home chefs will transform your home or vacation rental into a five-star culinary experience.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
When you hire in-home chefs for a dinner party, your menu is created uniquely for you. Lisbon’s private chef experiences offer a wide range of global cuisines, from traditional Portuguese classics like bacalhau, piri-piri chicken and pastéis de Belém to Mediterranean, Italian and Asian fusion. Luxury menus with Michelin-star-level fare — including chilled seafood towers and local wine pairings — are also available. Many chefs highlight regional specialties inspired by the top restaurants on the Portuguese Riviera, such as Belcanto and Alma. No matter your taste, budget or dietary needs, you’ll enjoy a customized experience that brings the best of Portugal’s diverse food culture to your table.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Booking a private chef for a dinner party is easier than enjoying a stroll through the charming Alfama district. Browse the menus and chef profiles on Cozymeal’s Private Chef tab, select your event’s date, time and guest count and then complete your reservation in a few clicks online. Your chef will follow up to customize the menu and handle logistics. Need help hiring a chef near you? Cozymeal’s concierge team is happy to assist with special requests or alternate availability. Whether you're hosting a dinner party in Bairro Príncipe Real or planning a garden celebration in Estrela, your personal chef ensures a smooth, memorable experience for you and your guests.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When you rent a chef through Cozymeal, you’re guaranteed upfront pricing without any surprises. Tipping your Lixbõa chef is not required and is entirely left to your discretion. Just as you might leave a gratuity after a memorable meal at Encanto or Sála de João Sá, a tip is always appreciated by chefs who are passionate about creating an unforgettable dining experience for their guests. Whether you had bacalhau de natas, polvo à lagareiro or amêijoas à bulhão pato, a tip of 10% to 25% is a generous way to recognize their culinary skills, hospitality and attention to detail. Your kind gesture will never go unnoticed by your in-home chef.
Where do the experiences take place?
Lisbon chefs will travel to wherever you’re staying in The City of Seven Hills. As long as the chef has access to a clean, fully equipped kitchen, your private chef experience can happen right in your home, holiday rental or a premium third-party venue. From hilltop flats in Graça to riverside homes in Belém or outdoor patios in Alfama, your chef brings everything needed for a flawless event. Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two or a festive family meal, booking chefs to cook at home transforms your indoor or outdoor space into a bespoke restaurant — sourcing ingredients from local markets and crafting every gourmet dish on-site.
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