What does a private chef cost in New Braunfels?
Pricing usually depends on guest count, menu complexity, service style, and whether you want a casual or polished hosted format.
Pricing factors
Guest count
Menu style
Service level
One of the biggest inputs into chef pricing and staffing.
More courses or specialty prep usually increase the quote.
Drop-off, family-style, and plated service each affect the scope differently.
Kitchen access, rentals, and travel can shape the final estimate.
Curated menus for hosting in New Braunfels
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Browse chefs and compare starting points in New Braunfels
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New Braunfels
American, French, Indian
Min. Order $120+
Ribe Rubio
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
American, French, Indian
Min. Order $300+
Kennedy
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
Private chef
Min. Order $400+
GLASPER
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
American, Chinese, French
Min. Order $400+
Kenney
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
American, French, Indian
Min. Order $450+
Taylor
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
Fusion
Min. Order $700+
Castro
Chef-led dining with custom pricing based on your event.
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New Braunfels
Bachelorette Party Menu
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New Braunfels
Pasta Party
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New Braunfels
Bachelorette Party Menu
Perfect menu for elevated bachelorette party
New Braunfels
Luxury Chef Experience
A premium multi-course tasting experience inspired by fine dining hospitality. Thoughtfully plated dishes, seasonal ingredients, and elevated ...
New Braunfels
Pizza N Pasta Night
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New Braunfels
Bachelorette Party Menu
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New Braunfels
Luxury Chef Experience
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New Braunfels
Fusion Dinner Menu
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New Braunfels
Luxury Chef Experience
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New Braunfels
Italian Dinner Menu
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New Braunfels
Steak House Menu
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New Braunfels
Date Night Experience Menu
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New Braunfels
Global Hors dOeuvres
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New Braunfels
Backyard Grill Party
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Pasta Bar Experience
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Tex-Mex Taco Fiesta
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Spanish Delight
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Mediterranean Delight
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Mediterranean Magic
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Indian Inspiration
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New Braunfels
Custom Party
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Veggie Virtue
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Mexi-Fusion
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New Braunfels
OtsuMami
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Bachelorette Party Menu
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: American
Starting at: $100.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Passed Appetizer
- Burrata Crostini with Hot Honey & Basil
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
- Truffle Parmesan Fries with Garlic Aioli
- Mini Chicken & Waffle Bites with Maple-Chili Drizzle
- Mediterranean Mezze Board with Hummus, Whipped Feta & Warm Pita
- Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers
- Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
- Mini Lobster Rolls or Crab Cakes
Entree
- Herb Butter Filet Mignon
- Creamy Tuscan Salmon
- Spicy Vodka Pasta
- Mediterranean Chicken
Dessert
- Espresso Martini Tiramisu Cups
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Mini Cheesecake Shooters
- Macaron Tower
- Fresh Berry & Whipped Cream Board
Pasta Party
Chef: Anderson
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Italian
Starting at: $96.00/person
Minimum spend: $600.00
Appetizers
- Ricotta with Fried Garlic - Whipped ricotta · crispy garlic · grilled crostini
- Roasted Broccoli with Caper Butter - Brown butter · capers · lemon zest
Entrees
- Broccoli Cavatelli House-made cavatelli · garlic · parmesan · chili flakes
- Pink Lemon Pasta Creamy lemon sauce · parmigiano · basil
- Bucatini & Meatballs Slow-simmered Sunday sauce · beef & pork meatballs · pecorino
- The Jersey Margherita San Marzano tomato sauce · fresh mozzarella · basil · extra virgin olive oil
- Hot Honey Soppressata Fior di latte · spicy soppressata · Calabrian chili · hot honey · arugula
Desserts
- Olive Oil Cake with Peaches & Cream - Fresh whipped cream · macerated peaches
Salad
- Italian Chopped Salad with Buffalo Mozzarella - Salami · pepperoncini · fresh herbs · red wine vinaigrette
Bachelorette Party Menu
Chef: Anderson
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: American
Starting at: $100.00/person
Minimum spend: $600.00
Perfect menu for elevated bachelorette party
Passed Appetizer
- Burrata Crostini with Hot Honey & Basil
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
- Truffle Parmesan Fries with Garlic Aioli
- Mini Chicken & Waffle Bites with Maple-Chili Drizzle
- Mediterranean Mezze Board with Hummus, Whipped Feta & Warm Pita
- Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers
- Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
- Mini Lobster Rolls or Crab Cakes
Entree
- Herb Butter Filet Mignon
- Creamy Tuscan Salmon
- Spicy Vodka Pasta
- Mediterranean Chicken
Dessert
- Espresso Martini Tiramisu Cups
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Mini Cheesecake Shooters
- Macaron Tower
- Fresh Berry & Whipped Cream Board
Luxury Chef Experience
Chef: Anderson
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $120.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
A premium multi-course tasting experience inspired by fine dining hospitality. Thoughtfully plated dishes, seasonal ingredients, and elevated presentation create a sophisticated chef-driven experience in the comfort of your home.
Amuse Bouche
- Oysters with Champagne Mignonette
- Tuna Tartare Spoon
- Truffle Arancini
- Caviar Blini
- Lobster Bite
Starter
- Seared Scallops
- Beef Carpaccio
- Foie Gras Toast
- Crab Ravioli
- Lobster Bisque
Salad
- Citrus Sorbet
- Burrata Salad
- Endive Pear Salad
- Beet Carpaccio
- Arugula Truffle Salad
Entree
- Wagyu Steak
- Chilean Sea Bass
- Rack of Lamb
- Lobster Thermidor
- Truffle Mushroom Risotto
Dessert
- Gold Leaf Chocolate Dome
- Pistachio Tiramisu
- Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
- Chocolate Souffle
- Berry Mille-Feuille
Pizza N Pasta Night
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Italian
Starting at: $55.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Entree
- Margarita Pizza
- Meatball & Marinara Pizza
- Grilled chicken & spinach pizza
- Pasta cabanara
- Chicken Marsala
- Chicken parmesan
- Chicken Alfredo
- Chicken Pesto pasta
- Spagetti & Meatballs
Salad
- Cesar salad
- Arugula salad with tomatoes, pesto orzo and mozzarella cheese topped with pinenuts
- Caprese Salad
- Kale Cesar Salad
Appetizer
- Tomato Brushetta
- Truffle Arancini
Dessert
- Tirimisu
- Butter cake topped with fresh strawberries and caramel whipped cream
Bachelorette Party Menu
Chef: Anderson
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: American
Starting at: $100.00/person
Minimum spend: $600.00
Passed Appetizer
- Burrata Crostini with Hot Honey & Basil
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
- Truffle Parmesan Fries with Garlic Aioli
- Mini Chicken & Waffle Bites with Maple-Chili Drizzle
- Mediterranean Mezze Board with Hummus, Whipped Feta & Warm Pita
- Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers
- Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
- Mini Lobster Rolls or Crab Cakes
Entree
- Herb Butter Filet Mignon
- Creamy Tuscan Salmon
- Spicy Vodka Pasta
- Mediterranean Chicken
Dessert
- Espresso Martini Tiramisu Cups
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- Mini Cheesecake Shooters
- Macaron Tower
- Fresh Berry & Whipped Cream Board
Luxury Chef Experience
Chef: Anderson
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $160.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Amuse Bouche
- Oysters with Champagne Mignonette
- Tuna Tartare Spoon
- Truffle Arancini
- Caviar Blini
- Lobster Bite
Starter
- Seared Scallops
- Beef Carpaccio
- Foie Gras Toast
- Crab Ravioli
- Lobster Bisque
Salad
- Citrus Sorbet
- Burrata Salad
- Endive Pear Salad
- Arugula Truffle Salad
Entree
- Wagyu Steak
- Chilean Sea Bass
- Rack of Lamb
- Lobster Thermidor
- Truffle Mushroom Risotto
Dessert
- Gold Leaf Chocolate Dome
- Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
- Chocolate Souffle
- Berry Mille-Feuille
Fusion Dinner Menu
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: American
Starting at: $131.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Appetizer
- Spicy Tuna Tartare on Crispy Wontons
- Fusion Chicken Wings
- Mini Chicken Tinga Tostadas
- Queso Fondue with Dippers
- Hummus Trio with Warm Pita
Entree
- Korean BBQ Short Ribs
- Mediterranean Sea Bass with Lemon Orzo
- Chipotle Honey Glazed Salmon
- Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon
- Adobo-Spiced Beef Tenderloin with Chimichurri and Roasted Garlic Potatoes
Dessert
- Baklava Ice Cream Sundae
- Tres Leches Cake
- Crème Brûlée
- Chocolate Espresso Brownie Sundae
Luxury Chef Experience
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $140.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Amuse Bouche
- Tuna Tartare Spoon
- Truffle Arancini
- Caviar Blini
- Lobster Bite
Starter
- Seared Scallops
- Crab Ravioli
- Lobster Bisque
Salad
- Citrus Sorbet
- Burrata Salad
- Endive Pear Salad
- Arugula Truffle Salad
Entree
- Wagyu Steak
- Chilean Sea Bass
- Rack of Lamb
- Lobster Thermidor
- Truffle Mushroom Risotto
Dessert
- Pistachio Tiramisu
- Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
- Chocolate Souffle
Italian Dinner Menu
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Italian
Starting at: $125.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Appetizer
- Bruschetta al Pomodoro
- Caprese Salad Skewers
- Arancini di Riso
- Calamari Fritti
- Mushroom Crostini
- Capesante al Burro di Limone
Entree
- Brasato al Barolo
- Osso Buco alla Milanese
- Pollo alla Piccata
- Pollo alla Marsala
- Branzino al Limone
- Capesante e Risotto al Limone
Dessert
- Tiramisu Classico
- Panna Cotta al Limoncello
- Brownie al Cioccolato e Nocciole
- Banana Pudding alla Italiana
Steak House Menu
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: American
Starting at: $131.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Appetizer
- Shrimp Cocktail Martini
- Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Wedge Salad Bites
- Deviled Eggs with Goat Cheese, Bacon & Raspberry Vinaigrette
Entree
- Filet Mignon with Red Wine Reduction
- Ribeye Steak with Herb Butter
- New York Strip au Poivre
- Surf & Turf
- Tomahawk Ribeye for Two
Dessert
- New York Cheesecake
- Creme Brulee
- Chocolate Espresso Brownie Sundae
- Tiramisu Classico
- Panna Cotta al Limoncello
Date Night Experience Menu
Chef: GLASPER
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $176.00/person
Minimum spend: $500.00
Appetizer
- Burrata with Roasted Tomatoes & Basil Oil
- Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse
- Lobster Bisque
- Truffle Mushroom Crostini
- Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli
Salad
- Arugula Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts
- Caesar Salad with Parmesan Crisp
- Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
- Citrus Fennel Salad
- Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction
Entree
- Filet Mignon with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Chilean Sea Bass with Saffron Risotto
- Herb Crusted Lamb Chops
- Tuscan Cream Chicken
Dessert
- Chocolate Lava Cake
- Creme Brulee
- Tiramisu
- Strawberry Cheesecake
- Berry Panna Cotta
Global Hors dOeuvres
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $58.00/person
Minimum spend: $450.00
Appetizer
- Fusion Chicken Wings
- Deviled Eggs with Goat Cheese & Bacon
- Caprese Skewers
- Mini Beef Sliders
- Buffalo Chicken Bites
- Mini Lobster Rolls
- Mini BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
- Tex-Mex Quesadillas
- Jalapeño Poppers
- Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Spanish Delight
Mediterranean Delight
Chef: Taysi
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Starting at: $149.00/person
Minimum spend: $1000.00
Appetizers
- Hummus with Pita & Crudités
- Labneh with Pita & Crudités
- Baba Ganoush with Pita & Crudités
Second Course
- Stuffed Dumplings with Yogurt & Paprika
- Sour Cherry Grape Leaves
- Olive Salad
Entree
- Braised Lamb Shank with Smoked Eggplant Purée & Dry Fruits
- Braised Short Ribs
- Grilled Keverek
Dessert
- Baklava
- Cold Rice Pudding
- Knefe
Mediterranean Magic
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Starting at: $58.00/person
Minimum spend: $600.00
Starters
- Dolmas
- Tuna Croquettes
- Feta Saganaki
- Lamb Meatballs
- Shakshuka Deviled eggs
- Fried Calamari
- Marinated feta
- Fried Goat cheese
- chicken souvlaki
Mains
- Falafel burger
- Gryos
- Lamb Pita
- Moroccan chickpea stew
- Turkey Panini
- Greek spaghetti
salads
- Mediterranean quinoa
- Greek Pasta Salad
- Couscous salad
- Chickpea and feta
Desserts
- Honey Cakes
- Galak toboureko
- Lemon ricotta cake
- Imqaret
- Om ali
Indian Inspiration
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Indian
Starting at: $58.00/person
Minimum spend: $400.00
Starters
- Pakora
- Samosas
- Pani Puri
- Chicken Kathi rolls
- Aloo Gobi
- Stuffed Dosa Rolls
- Tandoori Shrimp
Mains
- Chicken Madras
- Butter Chicken
- Lamb Curry
- Lentil Dahl
- Gobi Manchurian
- Malai Kofta
Soups
- Mulligatawny
- Tomato
- Garam Masala Carrot
- Manchow
Bread
- Naan
- Chapati
- Parotta
- Thepla
Desserts
- Mango Lassi
- Kulfi
- Jalebi
- NanKahati
Veggie Virtue
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Other
Starting at: $40.00/person
Minimum spend: $350.00
Finger Foods
- Stuffed mushrooms
- Vegan crab cakes
- Cauliflower poppers
- Vegan Meatballs
- Kale & artichoke crostini
- Zucchini Fritters
- Tex Mex Potato skins
- Orzo Stuffed Tomatoes
- Jerk Mushroom Kebabs
- Fruit Skewers
- Vegan Lumpia
Mains
- Beer Batter Tofu
- Cauliflower steaks
- Lentil Bolognese
- Chickpea curry
- Portobello tacos
- Kimchi Tofu Bowl
- Sesame Soba
Soups
- Butternut squash
- Lentil soup
- Watermelon Gazpacho
- Vegan Tortilla soup
Desserts
- Blueberry Crisp
- Mango lime granita
- Vegan Cookies
- Vegan Banana Bread
Mexi-Fusion
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Fusion
Starting at: $65.00/person
Minimum spend: $300.00
Starters
- Elote Corn Ribs
- Porchetta Burnt ends
- Mexi-Cali quesadillas
- Fajita egg rolls
- Sopes Con Salmon
Mains
- Pork Chop al Pastor
- Duck Confit & Mole Tacos
- Calle Guerrero Ribs
- Chicken Tinga Pasta
- Chinese 5 spice tacos
Desserts
- Flan
- Helado Fruta con crema
- Cajeta Gelatin
- Coconut Pana Cotta
OtsuMami
Chef: Kennedy
City: New Braunfels
Cuisine: Japanese
Starting at: $68.00/person
Minimum spend: $400.00
Passed appetizers
- Crab Onigiri
- Chicken Yakitori
- Chicken Tempura
- Spring rolls
- Pan fried Edamame
- Miso eggplant
- Shumai
- Rumaki
- Shrimp & avocado bites
- Broccoli Tempura
- Miso Deviled Eggs
- Sweet Sticky Pork belly
- Oysters & Ponzu
Private chef pricing context for New Braunfels
We proudly serve New Braunfels, Gruene, Canyon Lake, and surrounding Hill Country communities. Whether you're hosting at a river house, lakefront property, or private home, our chefs travel across the area to deliver elevated in-home dining experiences perfect for weekend getaways and celebrations.
What usually changes chef pricing in New Braunfels
Private chef cost in New Braunfels usually depends on guest count, menu complexity, service style, and the kind of dining experience you want. A casual family-style meal may price differently than a plated, multi-course dinner for a celebration.Because many bookings happen in vacation rentals and river houses, kitchen setup and location can also affect the quote.
Browse New Braunfels private chefs- Guest count and menu style are key pricing factors in New Braunfels.
- Family-style and plated chef experiences are typically priced differently.
- Rental setup and service scope can shape the final quote.
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