A Private Chef for Your LA Dinner Party

For a full table of friends: chefs who get booked by groups, each shown with a menu priced for ten where the chef offers that size.

Chefs for this dinner

One menu per chef, with what each guest pays at different table sizes. Open a profile for the rest of the menus and to book.

18 bookings for 7 or more guests

Caleb Hernandez

Mediterranean · Los Angeles

Sweet & Spicy

Experience a vibrant journey with fresh, seasonal appetizers, a zesty red snapper crudo, a flavorful red curry grilled Jidori chicken main, and a delicate vanilla mochi cake dessert with matcha foam and black sesame crunch.

  • Parties of 7–12$130 each
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12 dinner-party bookings

Ryan Nagby

Latin American · Newport Beach

Aromas of the Mediterranean

Savor the essence of the Mediterranean with a curated selection from each course. Begin with a choice of focaccia or charcuterie, followed by vibrant salads. Enjoy a main of pasta, salmon, or roasted chicken, and finish with a classic Italian dessert. One dish per course to delight your palate.

  • Parties of 7–12$145 each
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11 dinner-party bookings

Chong Kim Ooi

Italian · Pomona

Exclusive

Enjoy an exclusive menu featuring an assorted cheese and charcuterie platter to start. Choose one from fresh shrimp or salami salads. For the main course, select from Angus beef steak, jumbo shrimp scampi, or surf & turf. Finish with a decadent chocolate mousse cake or classic cheesecake.

  • Parties of 7–12$154 each
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10 dinner-party bookings

Ricardo Andriguetti

Italian · Manhattan Beach

SURPRISE EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE

Indulge in a curated four-course dining experience where you select one exquisite dish from each course. Begin with a choice of Brazilian acarajé, Maryland crab cakes, or seared scallops. Follow with truffle risotto, butternut bisque, or saffron pappardelle. For the main, savor duck magret, beef tenderloin, or miso-glazed wagyu. Conclude with a luscious panna cotta, warm apple cobbler, or chocolate soufflé.

  • Parties of 7–12$252 each
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6 dinner-party bookings

Dave Mau

Latin American · Orange

Tales Of The Bay - 4 Course

Enjoy a full journey with fresh appetizers like Caesar Salad and Caprese, followed by a perfectly tossed Pasta North Beach. Choose two from exquisite mains including Striped Sea Bass Nob Hill, Shrimp Scampii, Cioppino à Portuguesa, or Crab Louie. Finish with a delightful Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake with sweet cream and berries.

  • Parties of 7–12$185 each
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6 bookings for 7 or more guests

Keven Lee

Mediterranean · Beverly Hills

A Taste of Mexico

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with a full selection of appetizers and desserts, featuring dishes like shrimp quesadillas and 1921 Tequila tiramisu. Choose from a variety of first and main courses including kabocha squash soup, black cod Veracruz, and ancho braised oxtail enchiladas for a complete culinary journey.

  • Parties of 7–12$220 each
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6 bookings for 7 or more guests

Brenda Backal

Latin American · Los Angeles

Asian passion

Experience the vibrant flavors of Asia with a choice of one appetizer, followed by a variety of first courses including edamame, skewers, sushi, and spring rolls. Enjoy an inclusive main course selection featuring filet mignon, dumplings, tempura, noodles, and more. Finish with delightful desserts like cheesecake or mochi ice cream.

  • Parties of 4–6$180 each
  • Parties of 7–20$180 each
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6 bookings for 7 or more guests

Amir Shams

Seafood · Los Angeles

Flavors of Land & Sea

Savor a curated selection from land and sea with one dish chosen from each course: start with a traditional Arepa, Mexican Chopped Salad, or Sopa de Fideos; enjoy a hearty lentil soup, fusion tacos, or quinoa tacos; delight in chicken enchiladas, stuffed peppers, or grilled steak with chimichurri; and finish with churros, tres leches cake, or chocolate avocado mousse.

  • Parties of 13–20$145 each
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5 dinner-party bookings

Daniela Perez Reyes

Pan-Asian · Santa Monica

Simple Mexican Cuisine

Enjoy a curated selection of authentic Mexican dishes. Choose one appetizer from fresh ceviches and aguachiles, followed by a first course featuring vibrant salads and guacamole. For the main course, savor traditional enchiladas, tacos, mole, or seafood. Finish with a delightful dessert like tres leches or churros.

  • Parties of 7–12$145 each
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5 dinner-party bookings

Benjamin Kalifa

Japanese · Los Angeles

Italian Dinner Party Menu

Enjoy a classic Italian meal featuring grilled vegetable antipasti, a fresh mozzarella and tomato salad, Roquefort gnocchi with roasted shiitake, and a delightful panna cotta or almond cake for dessert.

  • A party of 10$194 each
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5 dinner-party bookings

Chris Manos

BBQ · Marina Del Rey

An Italian Affair

Indulge in a classic Italian experience with a choice of exquisite appetizers, first courses, and main dishes, each showcasing authentic flavors and premium ingredients. Complete your meal with an all-inclusive selection of decadent desserts, from tiramisu to panna cotta.

  • Parties of 5–6$185 each
  • Parties of 7–20$175 each
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5 bookings for 7 or more guests

Matthew Lazarchick

Mexican · Los Angeles

FRENCH

Enjoy a refined French dining experience with a choice of 2 appetizers including black olive tapenade and asparagus gruyere tart. Select one first course from fresh salads or beef carpaccio. For the main, choose from roasted fish, coq au vin, pork tenderloin, or flat iron steak. Dessert features all selections, from lemon panna cotta to flourless chocolate torte.

  • A party of 2$250 each
  • Parties of 3–6$175 each
  • Parties of 7–20$155 each
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4 dinner-party bookings

Morgan Mead

Seafood · Los Angeles

Exquisite French delight

Indulge in a refined French experience with a choice of 2 appetizers from delicate crostini to halibut cake, followed by a single first course like classic French onion soup. Select a main course from elegant options including duck confit or beef jarret, and enjoy all desserts featuring crème brûlée and cheese.

  • Parties of 3–6$225 each
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4 dinner-party bookings

Jimmy Matiz

Italian · Compton

An Italian Journey in Five Steps

Embark on an Italian journey with a curated selection of exquisite dishes. Begin with a choice of refined appetizers, followed by a rich first course featuring risotto, tortellini, or rigatoni. The main course offers a palate cleanser and a choice of pork, fish, or steak, culminating in a decadent dessert to complete the experience.

  • Parties of 7–12$220 each
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3 dinner-party bookings

Mildred Moreno

Seafood · Long Beach

Brunch Menu (4 Courses)

Enjoy a delightful 4-course brunch featuring a choice of smoked salmon or caramelized date crostini to start, followed by a rich truffle cauliflower soup. Savor the classic crab egg benedicts with asparagus, and finish with a silky basil and lavender panna cotta with berry compote.

  • Parties of 7–12$200 each
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3 dinner-party bookings

Patryk Puchalski

French · Los Angeles

Chef Patryk Family style Brunch Experience

Experience a refined private brunch crafted with the finest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy freshly baked pastries, vibrant fruit, signature avocado and smoked salmon toasts, creamy truffle scrambled eggs, classic Eggs Benedict, crispy chicken & waffles, and handcrafted breakfast favorites. Every dish is prepared fresh in your home and beautifully presented, creating a relaxed yet luxurious dining experience perfect for celebrations, family gatherings, or elegant weekend mornings.

  • Parties of 7–12$304 each
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2 dinner-party bookings

Kathleen Engelhardt

Italian · Los Angeles

Chakra Alignment Balancing Dinner

Step into a sacred dining experience where every color, ingredient, and flavor is intentionally crafted to nourish your energy centers from the root to the crown.

  • Parties of 7–12$190 each
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2 dinner-party bookings

Chris Malstrom

Italian · Los Angeles

The Seafood Menu!

Enjoy a seafood-centered menu celebrating the bounty of the sea! Starting with a shared appetizer before shifting into a seated 3-course meal. No seafood in the dessert, though! ...or maybe?

  • Parties of 7–12$160 each
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2 dinner-party bookings

Angie Thomas

French · Montecito

A night in Provence

A refined Provençal dining experience featuring herb-crusted goat cheese, butter lettuce and herb salad, bouillabaisse, and classic apple tarte tatin, all served as part of a complete all-inclusive menu.

  • Parties of 7–15$200 each
See Angie's menus and book

Booking in three steps

  1. 01

    Confirm the headcount

    Per-guest prices change at set party sizes and usually fall as the table grows. Check which band your number falls in before you book.

  2. 02

    Choose plated or shared

    Some menus are served course by course, others family style or as a buffet. Read the menu description, or ask.

  3. 03

    Plan the space

    Say where people will sit and what the kitchen has (ovens, burners, counter room), especially at ten or more.

Good to know

What will a dinner party for ten cost in LA?

Tables of 7 to 12 in LA paid a median of $165 a guest at a typical table of 8, usually $150 to $185, so about $1,650 for ten at the median.

How much notice does a dinner-party chef need?

LA dinner parties were booked 11 days out at the median, with the earliest quarter 26 days or more out.

Can the chef handle different diets at one table?

Write down every guest’s allergy or diet when you book. About 20% of LA requests include one.

Do I need to rent plates or tables?

Ask the chef before you book. For 12 or more guests, count your plates, glasses and serving dishes first.

Ready to pick someone?

Open any profile above, choose a menu and send your request from there.

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