In-home dining, reimagined
Hire a Personal Chef in Austin
Chef-led dining for date nights, birthdays, dinner parties, and beautifully hosted evenings at home.
Private dinners
Elegant chef-led meals for anniversaries, date nights, and at-home hosting.
Birthdays
Celebrate beautifully without juggling prep, cooking, service, or cleanup.
Airbnb stays
Bring the chef experience to weekends away, retreats, and vacation homes.
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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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Taylor
My love for cooking began at a young age, learning alongside my dad in the kitchen. That early passion led me to pursue formal training at Le Cordon Bleu, where I earned my degree in Culinary Arts in 2009. After graduation, I spent several years working in a variety of ....& more
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Weintraub
I am a passionate and creative Executive Chef proudly serving the Austin area with over 15 years of experience in high-end kitchens. After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, I honed my craft in top restaurants across New York City and San Francisco, including the Ritz-Carlton and Momofuku. I ....& more
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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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Ribe Rubio
Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I bring years of international culinary experience and warm, personalized service to homes across Austin, Texas. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration, a family gathering, weekly meal prep, or a one-time in-home dining experience, I craft delicious, custom menus tailored to your tastes ....& more
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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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Personal Chef Services in Austin
Elevated dining at home — menu planning, cooking, plating & cleanup.
What to expect
Whether you are hosting friends in Downtown Austin, planning a lake house dinner near Lake Travis, celebrating in Westlake, or organizing a bachelorette weekend near South Congress, our chefs bring a restaurant-quality experience directly to your home or Airbnb.
Personal Chef in Austin
Luxury In-Home Dining in Austin
All-inclusive from $80/person
Groceries included
Cooking + serving
Cleanup after
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 and plating
- Serving (when selected)
- Cleanup after
Popular personal chef occasions in Austin
Personal chefs in Austin are useful for weekly meals, dinner parties, birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings, and relaxed at-home hosting. The service is especially helpful when guests want chef-prepared food without managing shopping, cooking, and cleanup themselves.
Popular cuisine styles for personal chef service in Austin
Personal chef menus in Austin can be shaped around everyday preferences or a specific event. Guests commonly request modern American, Mediterranean, Italian, brunch, lighter seafood, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-aware menus that fit the group.
How It Works
Book a private chef experience in three simple steps.
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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.
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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.
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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