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Hire a private chef in Los Angeles

An elegant chef-led experience for intimate dinners, milestone occasions, and beautifully hosted evenings at home.

Intimate hosting

A more private chef experience for anniversaries, proposals, and elevated dinners at home.

Celebrations

From birthdays to family gatherings, enjoy chef service without the kitchen stress.

Vacation homes

Book a private chef for Airbnb stays, retreats, and weekends away in Los Angeles.

Easy booking

Compare local chefs, cuisines, and minimums before you request your quote.

Meet private chefs in Los Angeles

Browse chefs serving homes, lake houses, and special occasions near you.

Kalifa
Kalifa
Los Angeles
American, French, Italian & more...
Min. Order $500+

Kalifa

I am a French chef and had the privilege of training and working with some of the greatest names in gastronomy, including Joël Robuchon and Alain Ducasse. I developed my foundation in some of the most prestigious palaces in Paris and Nice. I also competed on Top Chef, reaching the ....& more

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Wu
Wu
Los Angeles
American, Chinese, French & more...
Min. Order $400+

Wu

My name is Wu. I am a chef based in San Diego specializing in modern fusion. I trained under Michelin chefs in Portugal, and I have a deep passion for creating new recipes that blend flavors from asian, mediterranean and french cuisines. I have 5+ years of experience in 8 ....& more

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Malstrom
Malstrom
Los Angeles
American, French, Indian & more...
Min. Order $500+

Malstrom

Chris is a classically trained Chef, Bartender, and Hospitality professional with years of experience learning every facet of the Restaurant Industry. Now working as a private, travelling chef, he seeks to bring that Hospitality and special fine-dining touch to your next intimate dinner or special event with food and drink ....& more

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Mau
Mau
Los Angeles
American, Mexican, Middle Eastern & more...
Min. Order $0+

Mau

I’ve covered a lot of ground as a Chef, Food Writer and Photographer here in the OC, there is little left undone. It’s been a wild ride and I love to talk shop. My culinary experience is formed around the manifestation of being puro Californio, with indigenous ancestors going back before ....& more

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Chef Packages

From casual dining to luxury dining at home

Casual comfort dining at home
Elevated gourmet dining at home
Signature luxury dining at home
Private dining experience with a personal chef cooking a casual comfort meal at home
Private dining experience with a personal chef with an elevated dining at home
Private dining experience with a personal chef with a luxury dining at home

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Private Chef Services in Los Angeles

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

Experience refined dining with a private chef in Los Angeles. Whether hosting in Beverly Hills, entertaining in Malibu, or planning a Hollywood Hills dinner party, our chefs design custom menus for your event. From premium ingredients to final cleanup, every detail is managed.
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Private Chef in Los Angeles

Luxury In-Home Dining in Los Angeles

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

Serving all of Los Angeles

Serving Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, and surrounding neighborhoods for elevated private dining experiences.

Los Angeles Beverly Hills Santa Monica Malibu Hollywood Hills

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

Los Angeles 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.

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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 Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Pasadena, and surrounding neighborhoods across LA County.

Yes. Our chefs regularly serve private residences, estates, and vacation properties across Los Angeles, including beachfront homes in Malibu and luxury properties in Beverly Hills.

Absolutely. Our chefs specialize in dinner parties, milestone celebrations, corporate events, and intimate gatherings. Menus are fully customized and include grocery sourcing, cooking, plating, optional serving, and cleanup.

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