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Hire an Airbnb Chef in Austin

Bring chef-led brunches, dinners, and celebration meals to your Airbnb, lake house, or weekend stay.

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Breakfast

Wake up your stay with chef-made breakfast and brunch without anyone cooking.

Elevated dinner

Turn one night of the trip into a more polished chef-led dinner at the house.

Host friends & guests

Feed the group beautifully while your chef handles prep, service, and cleanup.

Weekend stays

Perfect for Airbnbs, lake houses, retreats, and longer stays in Austin.

Meet Airbnb chefs in Austin

Browse chefs for vacation rentals, group stays, and weekend getaways.

Kuriakose
Austin

Min. Order $0+

Kuriakose

Great bartender

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Luis Bello
Austin
American, French, Italian & more...
Min. Order $400+

Luis Bello

With a rich culinary background that began in Mexico, I honed my skills at renowned establishments like Nobu and Rokai before expanding my horizons in the Bahamas. Now based in Austin, Texas.

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Duong
Austin
Asian
Min. Order $500+

Duong

I discovered my passion for food at a young age, growing up in a Vietnamese household where both of my parents were cooks. I was inspired by watching sushi chefs in movies and shows like Iron Chef, which sparked my desire to pursue a career in sushi. I began my ....& more

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Taysi
Austin
American, Middle Eastern, Turkish & more...
Min. Order $1000+

Taysi

I traveled to 130 countries on cruise ships working in hospitality management. I am m a certified sommelier. I share my passion and favorites foods from around the world combining them with my home country of Turkeys cuisine. I have a deep knowledge of allergies and religious diets (Kosher, Halal, ....& more

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Castro
Austin
Fusion
Min. Order $700+

Castro

My love for cooking started with binge-watching shows like Iron Chef America and Top Chef. 🧑‍🍳✨ Combine that with being a varsity tennis player 🎾, and my path was set! Thanks to the C-CAP Foundation, I earned a full scholarship to the Culinary Institute of America, where I specialized in ....& more

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Kennedy
Austin
American, French, Indian & more...
Min. Order $300+

Kennedy

Restaurant chef of one of the Top 10 restaurants in Austin, TX joining the private sector, here to fulfill all your needs and give you an unforgettable experience. Veteran, served in the united states Marine Corps for 8 years. Ask me about wine pairings with select menus, and mimosas for ....& more

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AirBnB Chef Services in Austin

Elevated dining at home — menu planning, cooking, plating & cleanup.

Staying at an Airbnb in Austin? Upgrade your experience with a private chef at your vacation rental. Our chefs travel to your Downtown loft, Lake Travis lake house, or Hill Country retreat to create a seamless in-home dining experience. All groceries, cooking, serving, and cleanup are included — so you can focus on enjoying your trip.

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AirBnB Chef in Austin

Luxury In-Home Dining in Austin

All-inclusive from $80/person Groceries included Cooking + serving Cleanup after

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Serving all of Austin

We proudly serve Downtown Austin, Tarrytown, Westlake, South Congress, Lake Travis and nearby areas including Leander, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Manor, and Dripping Springs. Whether you're hosting at home, in a condo, or at an Airbnb, our chefs travel across Austin Metro to create a seamless in-home dining experience.

Downtown Austin Tarrytown Westlake South Congress Lake Travis Leander Liberty Hill Georgetown Cedar Park Round Rock Pflugerville Manor Dripping Springs

Pricing that’s clear (and actually all-inclusive)

Austin experiences start at $80 per person. Final pricing depends on the chef, menu, and guest count. Groceries are included — no surprise add-ons.

From

$80

per person

Includes

4

service steps

Best for

6–20

guests

Grocery shopping
Cooking & plating
Serving (when selected)
Cleanup after

How It Works

Book a private chef experience in three simple steps.

1

Choose a menu or request a quote

Start with a menu you love or tell us about your event.

2

Review chef recommendations

Compare menus and proposals from chefs.

3

Book your experience

Confirm your chef and enjoy a seamless celebration.

Planning an Austin weekend? Local guide: Visit Austin – Eat & Drink Guide

Why It Matters

Hosting should feel effortless, intimate, and elevated.

Why should customers choose Platesfull

Why should customers choose Platesfull

Why should customers choose Platesfull

Why should customers choose Platesfull

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your chef

For Dinner Parties, pricing includes groceries, cooking, serving, and cleanup. Some chefs may bring additional staff depending on the service. Travel-related charges (if applicable) are discussed upfront.

Absolutely! You can customize the menu and share preferences with the chef during the booking process.

Our chefs specialize in:In-home dinner parties, Birthday & anniversary celebrations, Brunches, Wine-paired dinners, Holiday gatherings, Corporate & team events, Private cooking classes

No problem! Just let the chef know during the booking process, and they will customize the menu to suit your guest’s dietary requirements.

Each chef's availability is displayed on their calendar. However, availability may occasionally change. If the chef becomes unavailable, they’ll suggest alternatives or help reschedule to a date that works for you.

Yes! You can chat with the chef after booking your event. If you haven’t booked yet, use the “Message Chef” option to ask questions or share event details.

Platesfull currently serves multiple cities across Texas, San Diego, New York, New Jersey, Ashburn and select other markets. Availability depends on chef coverage in your area. If we don’t have a local chef, some chefs may travel based on availability.

Tipping on Platesfull is completely optional. We believe chefs are skilled professionals and should charge what they deserve for their services. Our pricing is designed to be fair and transparent, so tipping is never expected—only appreciated if you feel the experience went above and beyond.

Chefs go through a vetting process that may include: • Experience review • Portfolio or menu samples • Background checks (where applicable) • Interview and quality assessment

We serve Downtown Austin, Tarrytown, Westlake, South Congress, Lake Travis, and surrounding communities including Leander, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Manor, and Dripping Springs.

Yes. Our chefs frequently serve Airbnb properties, private homes, and lake houses around Lake Travis. They travel to your location and handle groceries, cooking, serving, and full cleanup.

Our all-inclusive pricing typically covers menu customization, grocery sourcing, cooking, plating, optional serving, and complete cleanup after your event. Pricing starts around $80 per person and varies based on chef, menu, and guest count.

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