Private Chefs in Santa Monica
Best private chefs in Santa Monica for your next dining experience.
Starting at $59 per person!
Hiring private chefs in Santa Monica enables you to effortlessly entertain at home with Michelin-level cuisine. Perfect for romantic evenings, special occasions and family vacations, whether you’re planning a surprise party near the Santa Monica Pier, a romantic date night in Sunset Park or a farm-to-table feast in your vacation rental in the Pico District. Santa Monica chefs deliver gourmet dishes tailored to your specifications, from healthy California-inspired seafood dishes and Mexican classics to global favorites like handmade pasta and sushi. Your in-home chef takes care of every detail, beginning with menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking and cleanup. Hire a chef for the night in the City by the Sea today and plan an unforgettable, stress-free dining experience that embodies the best of coastal living.
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Mother's Day Favorite
Four Courses of Elegant French Cuisine
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Experience the legendary dishes of the French countryside. Indulge in the upscale flavors of France in this four-course private chef meal with Chef Mert. For the first course, appreciate the luxurious aroma of caramelized onions and melted gruyère in a French onion soup. Next, enjoy a fresh endive salad of...
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Chef Mert
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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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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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 Santa Monica area
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Festive Thanksgiving Feast
$109 each
Private Chef Meal
$109
Indulge in an upscale fall feast with your friends and family. Upgrade this year's Thanksgiving dinner with a customizable private chef meal. Leave the cooking to a professional and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home.
Indulge in a multi-course menu starting with your choice of...
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Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Rustic Tuscan Countryside Fare
$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Enjoy an authentic gourmet meal straight from Tuscany with Chef Rebecca. Chef Rebecca will transport you to the heart of Tuscany with this gourmet private chef meal. Enjoy brown butter crostini bruschetta with basil pesto and an aged balsamic glaze before diving into a classic Caesar salad with homemade garlic...
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Chef Rebecca
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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Continental Cuisine
$255 each / 7 Courses
Private Chef Meal
$255 / 7 Courses
Take a culinary journey around the globe to explore worldwide flavors. Explore the world through this immersive private chef dining experience. Chef Collin will create decadent dishes that show the best of world cuisine.
Seared hamachi wrapped in shiso leaf with tangy chutney and a classic scallop ceviche made...
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Chef Collin
Serving the Santa Monica area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Tantalizing Asian Feast
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Savor bold Asian flavors with a gourmet meal crafted by a top chef. Enjoy a delectable Asian feast with this private chef meal led by Chef Jasmin, renowned for her expertise in delivering authentic Asian flavors. Chef Jasmin will introduce you and your loved ones to a selection of bold and exciting dishes from...
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Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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A Cheery New Year's Feast
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Prepare for a gourmet, festive meal as you ring in the New Year. In this private chef meal, gather your guests around the table for an elegant New Year’s Eve meal. Chef Mert will begin by serving a refined appetizer followed by your entrée selection: Rack of lamb, garlic-herb tenderloin or mushroom...
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Chef Mert
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Poolside BBQ Party
$31 each
Private Chef Meal
$31
Enjoy a family-friendly poolside BBQ party with Chef Rick in a relaxing setting. Dive into a classic BBQ poolside party with a delicious twist. Choose from a selection of expertly grilled meats, including tri-tip, chicken thighs, pork shoulder or ribs. Complementing the main dishes are traditional BBQ sides: fresh...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Surf & Turf Excellence
$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Savor the exquisite pairing of surf & turf with this delightful culinary journey. Tuck into surf & turf during an exciting private chef meal. Chef Dorian is the expert chef who will guide you through a menu filled with the best of land and sea.
Throughout the menu, you'll have your choice of appetizers,...
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Chef Dorian
Serving the Santa Monica area
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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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